Penllechog Farm and Moelfre Bach

Penllechog is a beef and sheep farm on the northern coast of the Llyn Peninsula with sweeping panoramic southerly views over to Cardigan Bay and St. Tudwal Islands.

Contained in the 400 acre farmland is an 1,800 ft mountain known as Gym Ddu and a stone's throw away, over the valley and the village of Llanaelhaearn, is the Rivals range. Here you will find Tre Ceiri with its Iron Age stone forts, over 2,000 years old and carefully restored by "Cadw" the Welsh Historic Monuments. Three miles away is the fishing harbour of Trefor with its small sandy beach, boats and plenty of fishing off the jetty. We are very central for visiting all the attractions in the area. The Llyn Peninsula is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Snowdonia National Park starts only a short drive away. Snowdon itself is less than 20 miles away. A little over 30 minutes will find you on the Isle of Anglesey and here are a variety of interesting attractions.

• Beaches - There are literally dozens of safe sandy beaches within easy reach and others with sea cliffs and rock pools.

• Golf - There is a choice of 6 eighteen hole golf courses, all with spectacular views.

• Sailing - The Pwllheli Marina. Abersoch and Porthmadog sailing clubs are easily reached from here.

• Castles - The magnificent Caernarfon Castle is 15 miles away and there are also Criccieth, Harlech and Beaumaris castles, all built by Edward I.

• Slate Caverns - The largest slate quarry is at Blaenau Ffestiniog and trips are arranged underground to see the large caverns and how the slate was mined.

• Dinorwic Power Station driven by hydro is well worth a visit.

• Narrow Gauge Railways - There are several of Wales' famous Narrow Gauge railways within comfortable distance.

• Leisure Centres - Pwllheli and Caernarfon Leisure Centres have Swimming Pools as well as Tennis, Squash, Badminton, Saunas, Solarium and Bowling Greens.

These are but a few of the attractions to be found in the area.

• Accommodation - This consists of the front wing of a 200 year old farmhouse and is completely self contained.

•  Lounge -  A pleasant room with exposed beams, granite fire place, traditional furniture and colour T.V.

• Kitchen / Diner -  There is ample room for both dining and cooking. All basic equipment is provided including electric cooker, fridge and microwave. The owner's automatic washing machine is always available on asking.

• Bedrooms - There are three double bedrooms plus cot, sleeping up to 6 persons and baby. Two bedrooms have a double bed and the third has twin beds. Covered Duvets and blankets are provided but no bed linen.

• Bathroom - A modern suite with ceiling heater and shaving point.

Two of the bedrooms as well as the dining room and lounge face south with the view mentioned earlier. The third bedroom overlooks the Gyrn Ddu and farm yard. All heating and cooking is by electricity and this is charged for by reading the meter at the end of your stay. Oil fired central heating is available at an extra charge. There is double glazing and fitted carpets throughout as well as plenty of parking space and safe play area for children.

The nearest pub. shop and restaurant are I mile away at the village of Llanaelhaearn on the A499 between Caernarfon 15 miles - and Pwllheli - 7 miles.

Moelfre Bach

Moelfre Bach is a traditional Welsh Cottage on a 185 acre sheep farm, sleeping up to 6 persons plus a cot.

It is situated in the enclosed farm yard and has been carefully renovated. Being I mile from the village of Llanaelhaearn, all the descriptions of the attractions for Penllechog apply here as well.

• Ground Floor - This is all open plan with a comfortable lounge area, fully carpeted, with three piece suite, colour T.V., sideboard etc. The kitchen has all the basic equipment including cooker, fridge, microwave and there is ample dining area.

• First Floor - There art three double bedrooms with a double bed in one and twin beds in the other two. Duvets with covers and blankets are provided but no bed linen.

• Bathroom -  A white bathroom suite with ceiling heater, shaver point and airing cupboard.

All heating and cooking is by electricity and there is a £1 coin meter. The cottage and farm buildings are surrounded by open fields. Guests are welcome to stroll wherever they feel like and enjoy the abundance of birds, wild life and plants.

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Mrs S. Ellis, Penllechog, Llanaelhaearn, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL54 5BH

Telephone (International):- +44 1758 750232

Telephone (UK):- 01758 750232