Royal Oak Cottage

A Historic Cottage at Amlwch Port

Royal Oak Cottage is a characterful 18th-century former inn at Amlwch Port, on the dramatic north coast of Anglesey. Sleeping five and welcoming dogs, just yards from the historic harbour and a short stroll from a village pub, it makes a relaxed and historic base for exploring this fascinating, often-overlooked corner of the island — all wrapped up in a building with genuine stories to tell.

The cottage

This traditional detached cottage, once the Royal Oak inn, has two bedrooms — a double and a room with three single beds — sleeping up to five. There is a main bathroom with a thermostatic rain shower and a separate cloakroom. The well-equipped kitchen includes an electric oven and induction hob, a combination microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher, and the sitting room has a wood-burning-style stove for relaxed evenings. Super-fast WiFi and a Smart TV are provided, and there is ample roadside parking. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome.

What makes it special

The appeal here is history and location. As a former inn at the historic port, the cottage has real character, and its position — just 0.1 miles from Amlwch Harbour, with a pub within a short walk — puts you right in the heart of one of Anglesey’s most distinctive corners. The consistently excellent guest reviews reflect the comfort and the welcome. It is an ideal base for walkers, history-lovers and anyone seeking the quieter, wilder side of the island.

At a glance

• Characterful 18th-century cottage (a former inn) at Amlwch Port
• Two bedrooms (one double, one with three singles), sleeping five
• Wood-burning-style stove; well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher
• Super-fast WiFi; ample roadside parking; two dogs welcome
• Yards from Amlwch Harbour, with a pub a short walk away

Amlwch and the north coast

Amlwch is a historic copper port on Anglesey’s north coast, close to the extraordinary, otherworldly copper landscape of Parys Mountain — once the largest copper mine in the world. The little resort of Bull Bay and a series of rocky coves and quiet beaches lie nearby, and the Anglesey Coastal Path threads along this dramatic stretch of shore. For more on the area and other places to stay, see our guide to Amlwch accommodation.

Exploring Anglesey

From Royal Oak Cottage the rest of Anglesey’s north coast is easily explored. The pretty village of Cemaes, with its sheltered harbour and sandy beaches, is a short drive away, as is the nature reserve and shingle beach at Cemlyn Bay with its tern colony. The Point Lynas headland offers superb sea views and the chance to spot seabirds and porpoises. It is a peaceful, scenic corner of the island, perfect for walkers and anyone seeking genuine quiet.

Good to know

Staying in a building with this much history is part of the appeal — a former inn at a working historic harbour, full of character, yet kitted out with the modern comforts (fast WiFi, a smart kitchen, a Smart TV) you want on holiday. Amlwch and its port are among the more unusual and atmospheric spots on Anglesey, shaped by the island’s copper-mining past, and the cottage makes a genuinely distinctive base. The dog-friendly welcome and the quiet north-coast setting suit walkers and couples especially well, and the consistently high guest scores show how much visitors enjoy it. Anglesey’s north coast is at its most dramatic in spring and autumn, when the cliffs and coves are quiet and the light is wonderful.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to five guests across two bedrooms.

Is it historic? Yes — a characterful 18th-century building, formerly the Royal Oak inn.

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

What’s nearby? Amlwch Harbour, Parys Mountain, Bull Bay and the coast path.

Plan your Anglesey break

For a historic, dog-friendly cottage right by the harbour at Amlwch Port, Royal Oak Cottage is a characterful choice. To check dates and availability, use the booking options on this page.