Top 5 Holiday Cottages Near The Beach
Published on 8 Dec 2025 by Gwion LlwydLooking for a blissful holiday cottage near the beach in Wales? Allow us to introduce you to our top five coastal getaways.
The Wales coastline is pretty special. With huge views out across the Irish Sea and a magnificent mountain backdrop, there are few places on earth that can match its epic, soul-stirring drama.
Surfers, swimmers, rockpoolers and ice cream connoisseurs love spending short breaks and holidays here. From beach cricket to bodyboarding, our coast is a brilliant place to relax and have fun with a group of family or friends.
Huge skies, unspoilt sands and great walks right out of the front door mean that a holiday cottage near the beach in Wales is a brilliant option for a romantic getaway too. There are few better places on earth to toast the setting sun.
Take a look at our top five recommends:
- Dyserth, Aberdesach, Sleeps 4
- Y-Nyth, Llanrhystud, Sleeps 6
- Claremont, Llanfairfechan, Sleeps 8
- Pensarn, Aberdaron, Sleeps 3
- Plas-Glyn-Y-Weddw, Llanbedrog, Sleeps 8

Charming Welsh Cottage, Steps from the Sea | Dyserth
Sleeps 4 | Near Beach | Real Fire
Let’s be honest – if you’ve ever dreamed of escaping to a stone cottage in a sleepy Welsh village by the sea, this is that cottage. Tucked just a few hundred yards from the beach, Dyserth is a charming two-bedroom hideaway that blends period character with modern style – and it pulls it off beautifully.

Boutique Coastal Cottage Ceredigion | Y-Nyth
Sleeps 6 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Near Pub | EV Charger
Welcome to Y-Nyth, a property that proves a boutique coastal cottage Ceredigion doesn’t have to mean floral curtains and dusty doilies. Dressed in a daring shade of charcoal black that stands out with effortless cool on Church Street, this is a masterclass in contemporary Welsh living. Inside, the design successfully marries reclaimed timber beams with a high-end architectural finish that feels more “design hotel” than “village rental.”

Luxury Promenade Holiday Home North Wales | Claremont
Sleeps 8 | Near Beach
Welcome to Claremont, a masterclass in Victorian grandeur meets maximalist chic. Spanning four impressive floors, this is a sophisticated coastal residence situated directly on the Llanfairfechan promenade. Here, the “sea view” is a permanent fixture of your stay, with the front windows offering a cinematic perspective of the Menai Strait and the distant horizon.

Coastal Holiday Cottage in North Wales | Pensarn
Sleeps 3 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Near Pub
If you’re looking to get as close to the ocean as possible without actually living on a boat, Pensarn is about as good as it gets. This premier coastal holiday cottage in North Wales sits in a commanding position right at the end of the Pen Llyn (Llyn Peninsula), where the road finally runs out and the adventure begins. The main event here is undoubtedly the location; you are just a short, breezy stroll from the shoreline, making it entirely possible to go from your morning coffee to a sea swim in a matter of minutes.

Gothic Styled Mansion Near The Beach in Llanbedrog | Plas-Glyn-Y-Weddw
Sleeps 8 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Near Pub
This Gothic styled mansion near the beach in Llanbedrog was built in 1857 and was originally part of the famous Madryn estate. Now run as an art gallery by a charitable trust the rear wing of this impressive building has been lovingly converted into self-catering accommodation. Also on-site is an award winning cafe you must try! Don’t worry, the wing is quite private, you wont be one of the exhibits on show!