Lleyn Peninsula Self Catering cottage, Llannor, Borth-y-Gest, sleeps 4

Delightful, terraced cottage in seaside village of Borth-y-Gest. Open fire, traditional character. Superb beaches and coastline on the doorstep.

Porthmadog less than 2 miles.

This delightful, stone-built terraced cottage is set in the pretty seaside village of Borth-y-Gest on the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales. This modernised character cottage is well equipped and ideal for a romantic break or family holiday offering cosy comfort with deep sofa, 2 armchairs, dining for four, king size double bed and two 3' single beds, all with good lights for bedtime reading. There is a small enclosed front garden with seat whilst at the back there are short steps leading to a sheltered garden with new slate patio (sorry, no photo yet) - perfect for al fresco dining and relaxing.

A few more steps and a gate lead to a grassy bank and woodland with spring bulbs. Just a short stroll from Llannor is the picturesque Borth-y-Gest harbour, the Wales Coastal Path and estuary headland offering breathtaking views. Discover idyllic secret sandy coves and longer awe-inspiring stretches of unspoilt beaches including Samson's Bay and the epic Black Rock Sands.

The estuary teams with birdlife and is flanked by distant mountain scenery and the two historic castles of Criccieth and Harlech. This Borth-y-Gest cottage is the ideal base for exploring the Llyn Peninsula and Snowdonia National Park, ancient castles, historic treasure houses, botanic gardens and a choice of good golf courses. Leave the car behind to discover Porthmadog's marina, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland steam railways, the Italianate village of Portmeirion and myriad trails through ancient woodland.

Enjoy panoramic views from the top of 260m Moel-y-Gest over the seascape and the 18-hole Porthmadog links golf course. For the adventurous at heart the thrills and spills of North Wales are close by, from deep cavern trampolining and the world's fastest zip wires to exhilarating mountain biking and white-water rafting. One week at this Borth-y-Gest cottage simply won't be long enough.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.