Stylish Grade II listed seafront cottage in Beaumaris, spacious and pet friendly

Welcome to Porth Hir, a stylish Grade II listed seventeenth century holiday home by the sea.

This charming coastal haven, in the small seaside town of Beaumaris on the Isle of Anglesey, is the perfect place to escape with your family or friends. Come, stay and explore this area of Wales. Lose yourself in the stunning sea and mountain views, enjoy walks along sandy beaches or take a dip in the ocean. Explore Snowdonia or head into Beaumaris, just a stroll away, to visit the shops, pubs and cafes. There are so many places to visit and things to do.

The basics;

- Sleeps 6 plus 1 infant (travel cot, high chair, stairgate and plastic bowls/plates etc provided but please bring your own bedding for the cot).
- 3 bedrooms, 1 Super-King (can be separated into 2 singles on request) ensuite, 1 King size ensuite, 1 twin (Spacious with 2 full size single beds)
- 3 bathrooms (1 ground floor with large walk in shower, 1 ensuite with bathtub, 1 ensuite with shower), showers equipped with grab rails.
- Open fire – log burner in downstairs sitting room, gas flame stove in upstairs sitting room plus full central heating and instant hot water from gas combi boiler
- Stunning sea and mountain views with a pebbly beach just steps away from your front door
- Dog-friendly, up to 2 small to medium size dogs, there is an extra £30 charge per dog (we provide dog bowls, dog throws and towels, a mud daddy which can be filled with warm water for a doggy shower after a sandy romp or a muddy walk).
- Spacious with 2 cosy sitting rooms
- A pretty, gated courtyard garden with bench and picnic table and a long 1st floor balcony
- Fast, whole home broadband, normal speed 72 – 73 Mbps
- Self check-in with Smartlock (PIN provided 24 hours prior to arrival)

What’s Provided

All utilities, bed linen and bath towels are provided. We also leave you a starter pack of firewood, matches and firelighters in the colder months. Also, if you’re coming to stay during the warmer months, don’t forget to bring your beach towels with you.

Explore beautiful Beaumaris and beyond

Whether you plan to take it easy, go on adventures or try new activities, Porth Hir is a wonderful base for your holiday in Wales. Beaumaris is in Anglesey. It is a delightful seaside town, steeped in history with lots to see and do. Visit Beaumaris Castle or go crabbing off the pier. Enjoy tasty food and entertainment at one of its lively cafes, pubs and restaurants. Explore the town’s quirky independent shops or head off for a walk along the coast path to Moel y Don. Maybe you’ll go on a hike through Snowdonia National Park or take a boat trip along the coast. However you spend your time here, you’ll make memories to treasure forever. We hope you visit soon!

Accommodation

This 17th century Grade II listed building has a fabulous history. With ancient beams, a bell and original fireplaces, it is full of all the charm and character you’d hope for. There are even three gargoyles atop the first floor windows at the front of the house! Yet it has been beautifully renovated and has lots of modern comforts too. All tastefully decorated with calming colours, earthy tones and coastal hues throughout. There’s a pebbly beach just opposite, with magnificent views to Snowdonia beyond. Come and stay, relax for a while!

Ground Floor

Enter through the front door straight into the bright lounge area. The downstairs lounge simply oozes comfort and character. It has two cosy sofas and two armchairs to snuggle up on by the warming glow of the wood burner. Maybe you’ll all watch a movie together on the smart TV? Or use the local guides provided to plan your next day of adventure? There’s plenty of space for everyone to relax here.

To the left of this room is a traditional brick fireplace as you head through to the kitchen. The stairs are straight ahead and there’s a downstairs bathroom to the right of this space. It has a large walk-in shower, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.

You’ll find Porth Hir’s country style kitchen is very well equipped. It has ample worktops, and a stylish range with 4 ovens and a hob with 7 burners. There’s an American style fridge freezer (with an ice and water dispenser) and plenty of storage for your shopping and supplies. You’ll also find a microwave, kettle, toaster, cafetière, blenders and plenty of pots, pans, utensils, crockery, cutlery and glassware. So you can prepare snacks and cook tasty meals throughout your self-catering holiday. But there are lots of cafes, pubs and restaurants just a 5-minute walk away if you prefer to eat out.

The table and chairs in the kitchen provide somewhere to sit and chat whilst preparing dinner. Or it could be used as a workstation if one of your group needs to set up their laptop and check in with the office during their time away. There is good Wi-Fi throughout.

The kitchen leads through to a separate dining room which has more gorgeous sea views. It is beautifully furnished with a large dining table and six cushioned chairs, a stylish cabinet and more homely touches. A place to eat together, laugh together and make memories to cherish forever. Perfect for long, lazy breakfasts or special celebrations.

First Floor

Stairs lead up into a second sumptuous living area where the light pours in. With four plush armchairs, a gas stove and stunning views across the sea, this space is perfect when you want some quiet time. Maybe you’ll curl up with a good book? Or just sit and watch the boats go by? It leads out onto the first-floor balcony where there’s a table and chairs. So you can start your day sitting outside in the fresh sea air as you sip your morning cuppa. Or enjoy an evening tipple watching the sun go down across the water; then gaze at the starry skies above.

The upstairs living room also leads to the three bedrooms. Two are down a couple of steps to the right. One is a king-size bedroom and an ensuite shower room, This room looks out onto a quiet, leafy lane. The other is a twin room with a window seat with plump, soft seat cushions. Another wonderful place to sit and take in the amazing seaviews.

To the left of the stairs is the third bedroom, which is next to the family bathroom. This lovely bedroom also has a window seat that looks out onto the beach below. It has a zip and link Super king-size bed which can be made into two single beds on request.

The bedrooms all have drawers and wardrobes so you can unpack and make yourself at home. Plus, each has bedside tables with lamps, and they are all are stylishly decorated. We get a lot of comments from guests that the beds here are super-comfy; and they’ll be made up with luxury bed linen. Ready for you to relax into and hopefully enjoy some peaceful sleep after busy days exploring and having adventures.

The family bathroom is perfect if you’re bringing little ones with you who enjoy splashing in the bath before bedtime. But it’s just as nice for the grown-ups too. Who doesn’t love a nice relaxing soak to unwind in the evening? The great thing about being on holiday is there’s no need to rush around. So we hope you take some time to enjoy the things you might not have time for in your every day life. Soft, fluffy towels are provided.

Outside space

Porth Hir has a very pretty courtyard garden filled with pots of flowers and shrubs to the front. There’s a picnic bench where you could enjoy some al fresco dining together. A fabulous place to take some photographs, with the sea and the mountains as a lush backdrop. Plus, in addition to the first-floor balcony, there’s a covered veranda outside the front door with a bench. Yet another place to sit and watch the boats go by.

Accessibility

Unfortunately, due to the historic and unique features of the cottage, there are many steps and stairs on both levels. So Porth Hir is not wheelchair accessible. But there are grab rails in both shower rooms and hand rails located next to stairs and steps.

Parking, EVC and secure storage

Like many holiday cottages in Beaumaris, Porth Hir doesn’t have its own private parking. But there is free street parking right outside. The nearest electric vehicle charging point is at Canolfan Hammden Beaumaris a’r Clych.
Nearest shops and supplies.

There is a Texaco petrol station at Gallows Point in Beaumaris (postcode LL58 8YL). It also sells newspapers, bread, milk etc and bags of fuel for the log burner.

For fresh food and goodies head into Beaumaris (just a five-minute walk away). As well as a selection of small independent delis on the High Street, Central Bakery on Margaret Street is also worth a visit. It specialises in Artisan breads, homemade pies and pasties, home baked cakes and more.

For convenience store and supermarket shopping the nearest is the Spar in Beaumaris and Waitrose in nearby Menai Bridge. There are other major Supermarkets in Bangor or Llangefni.

Things to do

There are lots of fun activities, places to visit and things to do during your holiday in Anglesey. It’s just a five-minute walk from Porth Hir into Beaumaris where you’ll discover lots of independent boutiques and craft shops. We’re surrounded by beautiful coast and countryside so maybe you’ll go exploring. Or take the dogs on a hike through the mountains and woodlands. The lighthouse at Penmon Point is a great spot for star-gazing and seeing the Northern Lights on a clear night (September through to April). Little ones will love playing on the beaches or going blackberry picking (when they’re in season).