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St Aelrhiw's Church

Rural Llyn Peninsula, North Wales
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Quirky
Romantic
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Beautifully restored and styled 18th century church with stunning coastal views
  • A seamless blend of traditional architecture and contemporary living
  • Roll back the years on the retro arcade game machine

Property code: OC-STAELR

Experience a unique escape in the form of this stunning converted chapel with panoramic sea views. In a tranquil hillside location near the village of Rhiw, it’s perfect for families with a four-pawed pal who wish to explore the beautiful Llyn Peninsula.

This extraordinary getaway blends Grade I-listed church architecture with sleek, modern luxuries. The historic door opens into a dramatic entrance, with a font and memorial headstone, leading to the vast, open-plan kitchen/diner in which vaulted beams frame the high ceilings, and exposed-stone walls contrast with glossy cabinets and a sophisticated dining table and chairs. The superb kitchen includes a wine fridge and breakfast bar, and there is plenty of space for you to pop down Fido’s food bowl and bed. Enjoy the far-reaching sea views from the high-level window seats before heading upstairs to relax in the mezzanine lounge, overlooking the kitchen/diner. Here, the corner sofa (which can be a sofa bed if required) faces the TV screen on which you can catch up or stream your favourite films and programmes. In this fabulous space, there’s also a retro arcade-game machine. There are two super-king bedrooms, one on the ground floor with an impressive en-suite bath and shower room; the other on the first floor and having use of the luxury, ground-floor wet room. Outside, the operational churchyard has graves, seats and amazing views towards Porth Neigwl (Hell’s Mouth) Beach.

Explore the lower woodland (pup on a lead) of the National Trust’s Plas yn Rhiw, less than half a mile away, or see if you can spot dolphins from the coast path, 1.5 miles away. Surfers will be keen to try the renowned waves at Porth Neigwl (Hell''s Mouth) Beach. A 7.5-mile drive away, it’s dog friendly all year round and seldom gets busy.

  • 2 bedrooms - 2 king size (plus double sofa bed in mezzanine lounge)
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 wet room with WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower and WC
  • Integrated double oven and grill, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge/freezer, integrated wine fridge and island unit with integrated hob
  • Travel cot available
  • TV
  • An enclosed graveyard with seating and sea views surrounds the property
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Beach 5 miles, pub and shop 3 miles
  • Care should be taken around the graveyard as this is still in operation
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Charlotte Roberts

This property is personally managed by Charlotte.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jean 14th April 2024

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A special, historic building with a beautiful, modern internal conversion. High on a hillside, the views along the countryside to Y Rhiw and down over Hell's Mouth bay, are stunning. Being out on the Llyn peninsula, the sea is in charge of the weather, which makes it either glorious or atmospheric. We loved the comfort of the sleeping and eatinRead moreg areas, and the retention of old features alongside the modern conveniences. A lovely place to stay. Hide

Reviewed by Maria 10th September 2023

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Reviewed by Beverley 26th June 2023

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Reviewed by Grahame 29th May 2023

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The place was well equipped and comfortable. Quite stunning. Only downside, really no outside to sit and relax.

Reviewed by Jane 5th May 2023

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The property was not only on a lovely location, with beautiful views, but it is also a stunning building with excellent facilities. After a long days hike, we looked forward to relaxing in such a charming accommodation.

Reviewed by Sam 3rd October 2022

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Overall excellent, amazing property we really really loved it and would definitely come again. Just a couple of minor comments to improve the experience; 1. No hand soap 2. Lots of dead flies & a bit of a funny smell in the downstairs bathroom 3. I was told by the neighbour that there are adders in the churchyard. I do think this should be incluRead moreded in the pack of info so people know not to go walking through the long grass or let their dogs out. Thanks! Hide

Reviewed by Kelvin 17th July 2022

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The church conversion is very impressive, extremely clean and great quality. It would have been great if the grass was cut, and a little more privacy between bedroom/downstairs and bathroom/lounge. Apart from that, the place was a gem.

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