The Lobster Pot Cottage

A beach cottage with its own restaurant at Church Bay

The Lobster Pot Cottage is a welcoming self-catering cottage in the heart of Church Bay (Porth Swtan), on Anglesey’s beautiful north-west coast — just a few steps from the sandy cove. Sleeping four across two bedrooms and warmly dog-friendly, with the well-known Lobster Pot Restaurant and Bar right on site, it makes a relaxed and convenient base for a peaceful coastal break.

The cottage

The cottage has two bedrooms, comfortably sleeping four, with a fully equipped kitchen, heating and free WiFi (rated 9.5 by guests). It is a comfortable, welcoming base for a couple or small family, with an outdoor seating area to enjoy the sea air. Dogs are welcome too, so the family pet can come along for walks on the beach and the coast path.

Steps from the beach — and a restaurant on the doorstep

The location is hard to beat: the sandy cove at Porth Swtan is immediately adjacent, just a few steps away, so beach days could not be easier. And a real bonus is having the Lobster Pot Restaurant and Bar on the same site — handy for a meal or a drink without going anywhere, which is especially welcome in a quiet rural spot like this. Free parking is provided too.

At a glance

• Self-catering cottage in the heart of Church Bay (Porth Swtan)
• Sleeps 4 across 2 bedrooms
• A few steps from the sandy cove
• On-site Lobster Pot Restaurant and Bar
• Free WiFi and free parking
• Dog-friendly

Church Bay and the north-west coast

Church Bay (Porth Swtan) is a lovely sandy cove on Anglesey’s quieter north-west coast, with the National Trust’s thatched Swtan — a restored traditional cottage and museum — close by and the Anglesey Coastal Path running along the shore. It is a peaceful, unspoilt corner of the island, yet within easy reach of plenty: the wildlife-rich beaches at Cemlyn, the port town of Holyhead, and the dramatic cliffs and lighthouse at South Stack on nearby Holy Island. For more places to stay across the island, see our guide to Anglesey accommodation.

Good to know

A beach cottage with a restaurant and bar on the same site is a genuinely handy combination, especially in a quiet rural spot — you can spend the day on the sand and the coast path, then eat and drink on your doorstep without getting back in the car. The dog-friendly welcome and the few-steps-to-the-beach location make it a relaxed choice for couples and small families with a pet. This north-west corner of Anglesey is at its loveliest from late spring through to autumn for the beaches and the coast path, so those weeks are the most sought-after — worth booking ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How close is the beach? The sandy cove at Porth Swtan is just a few steps away.

Is there food on site? Yes — the Lobster Pot Restaurant and Bar is on the same site.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, the cottage is dog-friendly.

What’s nearby? Church Bay cove, the Swtan museum, Cemlyn, Holyhead and South Stack.

Is it good for a quiet break? Yes — Church Bay is a peaceful, unspoilt corner of Anglesey, ideal for couples and small families wanting to get away from the busier resorts.

Is there parking? Yes — free on-site parking, plus free WiFi.

What’s the beach like? Porth Swtan is a sheltered sandy cove, good for swimming, paddling and beachcombing, with the coast path running along the shore.

For a dog-friendly beach cottage with a restaurant on the doorstep, check availability for your dates using the booking options on this page.