Ty Hen Cottage

Ty Hen is an attractive detached stone cottage in the tiny hamlet of Anelog, about two miles from the fishing village of Aberdaron and close to the wild western tip of the Llŷn Peninsula. With high, beamed ceilings, a stone inglenook fireplace and enclosed gardens on three sides, it is a peaceful, characterful retreat for a family of five and walkers who want the coast path and the headlands right on the doorstep.

A characterful stone cottage in a hamlet near Aberdaron

All on the ground floor, it has three bedrooms — a double, a single and an adult bunk room — and a bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC, sleeping five. The sitting room has a handsome stone inglenook with an electric woodburner-effect stove, and there are lovely countryside views from the windows. Outside, enclosed lawned gardens wrap around three sides of the cottage, with a patio and furniture for alfresco dining, and there is ample off-road parking. WiFi, a washing machine and a dishwasher are all provided. It is a proper away-from-it-all cottage with all the comforts.

Character and peace at the tip of the Llŷn

With its inglenook, beamed ceilings and gardens on three sides, Ty Hen is a peaceful, characterful base for walkers and families near Aberdaron.

At a glance

• Sleeps 5 — three bedrooms, one bathroom; ground-floor living
• Stone inglenook fireplace and high beamed ceilings
• Enclosed gardens on three sides; patio; ample parking
• No pets, non-smoking
• Hamlet of Anelog, about 2 miles from Aberdaron

Where it is

Ty Hen is in the hamlet of Anelog, about two miles from Aberdaron at the western tip of the Llŷn Peninsula. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Llŷn Peninsula accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

Anelog sits among the lanes and small fields between Aberdaron and the very tip of the peninsula, which makes it superb walking territory. The headland of Mynydd Mawr is close at hand, with its old coastguard lookout and breathtaking views across the sound to Bardsey Island, while the National Trust’s Whistling Sands at Porthor — where the fine sand squeaks underfoot — is just over two miles away. The Wales Coast Path threads along the whole shoreline, and the village of Aberdaron, with its beach, shop, cafés and St Hywyn’s church, is a short drive or a good walk down the hill. This is the quiet, elemental Llŷn that inspired the poet R. S. Thomas — big skies, empty beaches and the sound of the sea.

Who it suits

With ground-floor living and a genuinely away-from-it-all setting, Ty Hen suits families and walkers who want peace, character and the headlands and coast path close by. It is a quieter choice than the in-village cottages, ideal for those who like a couple of miles between themselves and the bustle. As it does not accept pets, it best suits guests holidaying without a dog.

Good to know

The hamlet setting at Anelog is the appeal — genuinely peaceful, with dark skies and superb walking, yet only a short drive or walk from Aberdaron’s beach and amenities. The inglenook, beamed ceilings and wrap-around gardens give it real character, and the single-level living adds ease. Please note the cottage does not accept pets and is non-smoking. Booking is handled by Sykes Holiday Cottages — use the Book button on this page for live availability and the latest prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is it? In the hamlet of Anelog, about 2 miles from Aberdaron and its beach.

Is it good for walkers? Very — the coast path, Mynydd Mawr and Whistling Sands are all close by.

Are dogs allowed? No — this cottage does not accept pets, and is non-smoking.

Is it all on one level? Yes — the accommodation is on the ground floor.

What’s nearby? Mynydd Mawr, the Whistling Sands, the coast path, Aberdaron and Bardsey boat trips.

Ty Hen is a peaceful, characterful choice for a get-away-from-it-all break near Aberdaron. Booking is handled by Sykes Holiday Cottages — use the Book button for live availability and the latest prices.