Lavender Cottage

A three-bedroom holiday home above the Menai Strait

Lavender Cottage is a comfortable self-catering house at Llandegfan, on the rising ground just above Menai Bridge on the island of Anglesey. Sleeping up to six across three bedrooms, it sits in a peaceful rural setting with far-reaching views towards the mountains of Snowdonia, yet it is only a few minutes from the shops, cafés and slipway of Menai Bridge itself. It makes a relaxed, well-equipped base for a family or a group of friends wanting to explore both the island and the national park across the water.

The house and how it is laid out

The three bedrooms give flexible sleeping for up to six guests, so there is room for a family or two couples travelling together. The living space centres on a welcoming wood-burning stove, ideal for cooler evenings after a day on the coast path. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering and includes a dishwasher, and there is a washing machine and tumble dryer for longer stays. Outside, a garden and terrace make the most of the open outlook, with a picnic area for lazy lunches in the fresh Anglesey air. Guests have written about red squirrels visiting the trees within view of the kitchen window — a reminder of how rural the setting is.

Practical things to know

There is free private parking on site and free Wi-Fi throughout. The house is non-smoking. Well-behaved dogs can be accommodated by prior arrangement, so it suits guests who would like to bring a pet along. With its self-contained kitchen, laundry facilities and generous bedrooms, it is set up for the kind of unhurried, do-it-your-own-way holiday that families tend to prefer.

At a glance

• Three bedrooms, sleeping up to six guests
• Welcoming wood-burning stove
• Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
• Washing machine and tumble dryer
• Garden and terrace with mountain views
• Free private parking and free Wi-Fi
• Dogs welcome by prior arrangement
• Quiet rural setting close to Menai Bridge

Exploring Menai Bridge and Anglesey

Menai Bridge takes its name from Thomas Telford’s elegant suspension bridge of 1826, which first linked Anglesey to the mainland. The town has a wooded shoreline walk out to Church Island and St Tysilio’s Church, a clutch of good places to eat, and easy views back across the water to the hills of Eryri (Snowdonia). Beaumaris, with its medieval castle and Georgian seafront, is around four miles away, and the rest of the island — from the beaches of the south coast to South Stack lighthouse in the far north-west — is comfortably within a day’s reach. For more ideas on where to stay and what to see in the area, see our guide to accommodation in Menai Bridge.

Days out from the cottage

The position just above Menai Bridge makes it easy to split your time between island and mountains. On Anglesey you can spend days on the beaches of the south coast at Newborough and Rhosneigr, walk sections of the 130-mile Anglesey Coastal Path, or visit the seabird colonies and lighthouse at South Stack. The famous village with the longest name in Britain, Llanfairpwllgwyngyll, is just down the road, along with the National Trust mansion and gardens at Plas Newydd on the shore of the Strait. Cross the bridge and you are quickly into Eryri (Snowdonia), where Caernarfon’s mighty castle, the Snowdon Mountain Railway and the zip lines and adventure attractions of the old slate quarries all make memorable days out, whatever the weather.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does Lavender Cottage sleep? Up to six guests across three bedrooms.

Is there parking? Yes — free private parking is available on site.

Can I bring my dog? Well-behaved dogs are welcome by prior arrangement; charges may apply.

Is it suitable for self-catering? Yes — the kitchen is fully equipped and includes a dishwasher, with a washing machine and dryer for longer stays.

What is nearby? Menai Bridge town, Beaumaris (around four miles), the Menai Strait shoreline and the mountains of Snowdonia just across the water.

Plan your Anglesey break

If you are looking for a peaceful, well-equipped self-catering base within easy reach of both Anglesey’s coast and the Snowdonia mountains, Lavender Cottage is worth a closer look. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.