Self-Catering at Hen Blas | Holiday Cottages in Aberdaron

Holiday home
Hen Blas is a welcoming first floor apartment in Aberdaron on the Lleyn Peninsula. The apartment has a double and a twin, a bathroom, kitchen and sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove. Outside, there is roadside parking, a cafe (below the apartment!) and the owners' pub is next door, as well as the village's other amenities, and the sandy beach just fifty yards away. Hen Blas makes a very convenient year-round base for those seeking a village centre location but with the beauty of the Lleyn Peninsula and Snowdonia on the doorstep.

Accomodation Details
All first floor. Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with woodburning stove and dining area.

Area
The village of Aberdaron is situated on the end of the Lleyn peninsula in North Wales. The popular resorts of Pwllheli and Abersoch are within easy reach. The dramatic scenery and abundance of superb walks at the Snowdonia National Park area are within easy driving distance, making an ideal base for a varied and enjoyable holiday, at any time of year.

Region
Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Amenities
Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, selection of books, DVDs and games. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair. Free roadside parking outside on first come, first served basis. Off road parking for 1 car by prior arrangement 2 mins walk away. Use of outdoor café tables after 5pm. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops and pubs next door. Beach 50 yards. Note: Apartment is above a café, associated noise and cooking aroma may be experienced between 10.00am and 5.00pm.

Mrs Biddle

August 2020

This accommodation is not for anyone who enjoys comfort.. Positives are that It is an open plan two bed with plenty of room and does allow pets. It is in the middle of the village so a great spot for the beach , shop and cafes. The ship and Ty neudd are right next door and Alun the host is a lovely man and can be got hold of easily as he is in the ship hotel (owns both properties). The Negatives are that the DVD was broken which on a rainy day (Aberdaron weather can fluctuate) is needed. Kitchen equipment is not great and the apartment required some maintenance. No information available on where to put rubbish etc, cleanliness could be better and there are two flights of concrete steps up to the property and no where to park outside which is not great when unloading the car (You do get a permit for the National Trust car park a short distance away). There is some noise early morning with deliveries and bins and weekends until late evening due to due to drinking in the ship next door. That said Aberdaron is a lovely spot and we have returned there for holiday for the past 5 years. Dogs are allowed on a section of the beach, the landscape is spectacular and Fisherman’s Cove and the Lookout are worth a visit. Truly a lovely spot for relaxation.

Ms Hendy

May 2019

The flat and location were lovely.. The booking was very unclear - we booked for 3nights and didn't realise until the landlord told us that we had paid for a week. I've rung Sykes about this and will ring again.

Mrs Davies

October 2018

A lovely holiday friendly helpful owner.. Lovey breakfast at the local bakery.

Mrs Begg

September 2018

It was our 3rd trip to stay at Alun's apartment and it probably wont be our last.. It was perfect for the dogs with the beach being only a very short walk away. We love Aberdaron.

Mrs Lavin

August 2018

We have just returned from a lovely week staying here in Aberdaron with our two 15 year old daughters and our dog.. This is the second year we have stayed here. The location is fantastic and I love the open plan kitchen, lounge and dining room especially the log burner. The apartment is so well equipped. It can be a little bit noisy early morning with deliveries and bin collections etc but only to be expected as it is right next door to the hotel and pub. The noise really didn't both us though as we were so happy with everything else. Alun who runs the hotel and owns the apartment was very helpful and friendly. We love it here and have booked again for next year already!

Mrs Connolly

March 2018

We had an excellent stay at Hen Blas.. Alan was really welcoming and helpful. He has done a great job in converting the flat, and it has a great feel to it. We loved the open plan, and it was very well equipped with wood burner, dishwasher/washing machine/drier and modern kitchen/fridge freezer and Wifi. Great position in the centre of Aberdaron. Warm and cosy with excellent central heating for a cold week. We wanted to mention a few things which we feel would help to improve it. Alan is aware we had a bit of an issue with the drainage from the shower, which happened throughout the week. It might need looking at. The toilet seat was loose, as were the kitchen taps. Just a few additions to kitchen equipment would make it even more home from home. A few basics were missing, such as- a large frying pan, cereal bowls, large mixing bowls, lemon squeezer, oven gloves, baking trays, hand blender and electric whisk. The roasting tin was rusty and old. We would have also liked to have more comfortable seating in the lounge area e.g.Two 2-seater soft fabric sofas, rather than the narrow leather chairs/sofa, as we didn't feel we could properly relax by the fire. Overall though the experience of staying there was very good, and we think these things would be simple to add. We come to Aberdaron every Easter, and would definitely want to stay there again with these few additions.

Mrs Anderson

Just a beautiful apartment in a stunning location.. Everything was perfect

Mr Hall

February 2018

The apartment way exceeded our expectations.. The whole place had been refurbished and the interior space reconfigured. The photos on your website are out of date and do not reflect the awesome nature of what the owner has achieved here. This accommodation is absolutely beautiful and the location was superb.

Mr Proctor

December 2017

Hen Blas is an outstanding apartment in a beautiful coastal village.. We were astonished at the size and the facilities were second to none. I have recommended this property to friends and family. Well pleased. Will definitely be back.

Mr Evans

September 2017

Great aparment,just been revamped 2 minutes to the beach, pub ,shop, fish and chips and coffee shop loads off walks on your doorstep even walked down the beach in a gale! when the sun shines drink a pint in the pub veranda opposite on the beach,

August 2017

The apartment was really clean all newly refurbished.. Location was excellent. Just rebooked for summer 2018 as we enjoyed it so much!!!

Miss Aldersley

July 2017

Beautiful apartment, newly refurbished throughout.. Perfect location in the centre of the village, a couple of minutes walk from the beach, next door to the pub. We loved it here.

Mr Bowden

July 2016

The apartment was fantastic and the owner was great; very friendly and helpful. It is 50 yards from the beach, next door to the hotel and above the cafe - what more do you want? The village is beautiful and quaint. Can't wait to visit again.

MarkAck

December 2015

This is a great place to stay to enjoy the amenities of Aberdaron right on your doorstep The flat is greatt; a good size and with everything you need to make it a comfortable stay. Alun the owner is brilliant; very welcoming and as he runs the Ship Hotel next door, always on hand. We have booked again for next year and are really looking forward to our holiday!

Mr Cracknell

May 2015

Hen Blas is in a superb location. Very good hospitality and food at the hotel next door. The owner of the flat and hotel was very helpful and considerate.

Miss Wright

December 2014

It was a lovely peaceful place with friendly locals and a brilliant beach.

Mr Marlowe

September 2014

The location was superb, caters for all needs. Easy reach to golf courses, and very accommodating for dog lovers.

Mrs Whittaker

August 2014

The location is perfect, we have just booked again for next year.

Miss Shimmin

July 2014

Again another warm welcome from the owner and his staff. A lovely holiday and great to be so near to the beach.

T-LAnne

The setting is spot on - beside a stream, next door to the pub and one minute from the Blue Flag beach in the pretty seaside hamlet of Aberdaron. The flat above Hen Blas cafe was welcoming and comfortable. It is clean and very well equipped with pans, crockery, utensils etc and they even supplied cling film, kitchen, roll and foil as well as some "tupperware". The flat is "higgledy piggledy" with lots of character and a woodburner, but it is certainly not "posh": some of the decor is scuffed and the furniture is comfortable rather than smart. However, you can take your dog and relax without worrying too much about the furniture etc. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to people wanting a relaxing holiday with their dog, espercially as dogs are allowed at both ends of the beach.

Mr Smelt

March 2014

Wonderful location.

Guest

December 2013

Lovely convenient apartment, no complaints at all. We only used the car once all week, plenty of walking from the door and shops and pubs right on the doorstep. I have been visiting aberdaron since 1958 and I love it so I am biased but it is a lovely holiday centre.

October 2013

Received excellant service from owner, who lived next door. Sea front was very convenient to reach. Small friendly community with shops, pubs and cafes local and close by. Plenty of walks around the coast. Great place for children.

August 2013

We had a fabulous week staying here in aberdaron. The property was lovely and clean and had everything we needed. The key holder was great and very helpful It was a super location and the only slight downside was the lack of outside space and parking. Nevertheless, I would recommend this property.

Mrs Roe

June 2013

Nice location. Easy walking distance to beach, cliff walks and amenities. Owner very nice and helpful. Plenty of room for four and a dog. Kitchen well equipped. We had a super week.

Mrs John

A super place for a holiday. Great location and the property ticked all the boxes. The owner was so accommodating and couldn't help enough. Will be re-booking next year.

evson

We stayed at Hen Blas with our two children ages 9 and 5 and our jack Russell. We loved the location, a stones throw from the beach and a lovely outlook onto the river, bridge and pretty village of Aberdaron. The apartment was very comfortable and had everything we needed including towels and toiletries. We enjoyed our free breakfast that was arranged with the holiday and Alun the owner was most helpfully and a great host. We had many meals in the Ship hotel next door which Is run by the same team and the food was excellent. You really don't need to go anywhere else whist on holiday here, everything is on your doorstep!

Mrs Douglas

November 2012

The owner was very hospitable and helpful.

Mr Stocks

September 2012

Lovely situation in centre of village very close to front, cosy flat, very friendly and helpful owners.

July 2012

The property was in a great location, well furnished and very comfortable. The owner was most helpful and dealt with a minor problem very promptly and efficiently.

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Hen Blas in Aberdaron, Gwynedd