Boathouse Cottage

The Boathouse is a fabulous, upside-down link-detached cottage on a private estate in Deganwy, the smart estuary village midway between Llandudno and Conwy on the North Wales coast. Sleeping six, with a roof terrace looking towards the Great Orme, playful maritime touches and lovely landscaped gardens, it is a characterful and memorable base for a family or group who want the beach, the marina and two of the area’s finest castles all within easy reach.

A quirky upside-down cottage in Deganwy with a roof terrace and sea views

It is an “upside-down” home, with the three bedrooms on the ground floor — a king-size double, a standard double and a twin that converts to a super-king — plus a ground-floor bathroom with a walk-in shower and an additional WC. Upstairs are the living spaces: a kitchen, a sitting room with a dining area and a mezzanine snug, making the most of the light and the views. The maritime theme runs throughout, right down to a porthole window framing a sea view and a ship’s wheel, and the highlight is the roof terrace with furniture and far-reaching views. There are spacious mature gardens, lockable bike storage and parking for two cars.

Character, a roof terrace and a great spot

With its upside-down design, maritime theme and a roof terrace looking to the Great Orme, the Boathouse is a memorable base in Deganwy.

At a glance

• Sleeps 6 — three ground-floor bedrooms, one bathroom (plus WC)
• Roof terrace with views towards the Great Orme
• Fun maritime theme; mature gardens; bike storage; parking for 2
• Two dogs welcome
• Private estate in Deganwy — beach and shops a 10-minute walk, Conwy 2 miles

Where it is

The Boathouse is on a private estate in Deganwy, midway between Llandudno and Conwy on the North Wales coast. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our North Wales Coast accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

Deganwy is a lovely spot to base yourself, sitting on the Conwy estuary with its own marina, a sandy beach and the twin hilltops crowned by the ruins of Deganwy Castle. From the Boathouse it is about ten minutes’ walk to the beach and the village shops, cafés and pubs. The medieval walled town of Conwy, with Edward I’s mighty castle, the quay and the famous Smallest House, is just two miles away — you can even cross the estuary on the pedestrian footbridge — while the Victorian resort of Llandudno, with its pier, promenade and the Great Orme, is three and a half miles in the other direction. Inland lie the world-renowned Bodnant Garden and the mountains of Eryri.

Who it suits

With three ground-floor bedrooms, a fun maritime theme and a roof terrace, the Boathouse suits a family or group who want a characterful, memorable base with the beach, marina and castles close by. The playful design and roof terrace make it especially appealing, and two dogs are welcome.

Good to know

The upside-down design and maritime touches — a porthole window framing a sea view, a ship’s wheel, spiral staircases — give this cottage real character, and the roof terrace with views towards the Great Orme is the highlight. With the bedrooms all on the ground floor and the living spaces up, it is an unusual but fun layout. Booking is handled by Sykes Holiday Cottages — use the Book button on this page for live availability and the latest prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes it unusual? It is an upside-down cottage (bedrooms downstairs, living up) with a maritime theme and a roof terrace.

Are there views? Yes — views towards the Great Orme, best enjoyed from the roof terrace.

Are dogs allowed? Yes — up to two well-behaved dogs.

How far is the beach? About a 10-minute walk, with Conwy 2 miles and Llandudno 3.5 miles.

What’s nearby? Deganwy marina, Conwy castle, Llandudno and the Great Orme, Bodnant Garden and Eryri.

The Boathouse is a quirky, characterful choice for a memorable family break in Deganwy. Booking is handled by Sykes Holiday Cottages — use the Book button for live availability and the latest prices.