Welsh Cottage (Grade II listed) with eco features

Dating back to 1850, this quaint white-washed Anglesey cottage is close to the beautiful coastline including magical Llanddwyn Island, an area of outstanding natural beauty and Newborough forest. A real hidden gem, Pen y Gamfa is tucked away down a pedestrian pathway. This charming cottage comprises a lounge and bedroom area. An Aga woodburner with Welsh slate surround provides ample heat supplemented by underfloor heating. An eco extension with living roof is a later addition. The space The cottage itself is Grade II listed and arranged as a single open-plan space with a crogloft above. Due to its layout, the crogloft is not suitable for very young children (please refer to photos). The downstairs sleeping area is partially screened from the lounge, offering a degree of privacy. The cottage is ideally suited to couples, with a single sofa set before the Aga woodburner and television—perfect for cosy evenings in. The eco extension provides a well-equipped kitchen, dining area and bathroom. In the original part of the cottage, traditional shutters frame the windows, adding to the warmth and character, especially on winter nights. Do note that the blinds soften rather than fully block the morning light—early risers tend to love this. Outside, the garden is a true sun trap, filled with tropical planting and a tree fern oasis—something of a personal passion of mine. Feel free to water them if you’re staying a little longer… Thank you. The cottage appears on maps as early as 1851, though its exact origins remain unknown. Once known as Capel Elim (Elim Chapel), there’s no record of it ever being used as a chapel, despite its setting beside a small graveyard. Today, it stands as a characterful example of a traditional Welsh cottage. More photos can be found on Insta: @pen_y_gamfa IMPORTANT: Pen y Gamfa is a 200-year-old Welsh cottage, rich in character and charm. It is not a modern, minimalist space, but a home with warmth and soul. We welcome well-behaved dogs and clean thoroughly between every stay. However, as a dog-friendly cottage, it may not be suitable for guests seeking a completely pet-free environment or those with sensitivities to pet hair. We encourage guests to read our reviews, which offer a true reflection of the experience. Guest access Pedestrian access only. Park after the large chapel on left, in the lay-by, and walk back to the public footpath (1 minute walk) and that’s us at the end. Red gate - Pen y Gamfa. We regularly park opposite the sign that says ‘Gorffwysfa 1-6’ and in so doing our car is between two properties and is therefore unlikely to cause any obstruction. Regrettably parking is not permitted outside the Community Centre. Other things to note Please mind your head when leaving and entering the lounge. The number of times we have knocked our heads!! The patio is slate and can get slippery when wet. The crog loft isn't suitable for young children as the eaves are exposed and there's a risk of falling. Please see the photos. We have had to restrict occupancy to three persons I’m afraid. The cottage is ideally suited to a couple, with the bed in the crogloft ideal for one more person. We have mentioned it elsewhere but worth mentioning again. The toilet is a pumped system and it is imperative that sanitary waste, wet wipes and nappies are not flushed. Your cooperation in this regard is very much appreciated. Thank you. Please take care to secure sash windows using the bolts to avoid injury. There is a garage / shop 5 min walk from the cottage and a fab Chinese Takeaway opposite Stermat in Gaerwen. There are no pubs in the village. Nearest pubs are ‘Y Groeslon’ in Brynsiencyn and ‘The White Lion’ in Newborough. We highly recommend Llys Llewelyn Cegin Bar in Aberffraw (their Club Sandwich is amazing!) and Heritage in Brynsiencyn for the best coffee! If you have a dog… turn left, at the end of the mile long straight road, there’s a small car park there. We often park here and take our dog for a walk in the dunes. We rarely see a soul there (be aware that there are free roaming ponies in the dunes) We change the Welsh blankets on the beds regularly; we have quite a collection. Please never attempt to wash. Thank you. We leave a big basket of logs which generally lasts a two night stay. Finally, please remember to return the keys to the keysafe on checkout. We hope you enjoy your stay as much as we do when we stay at Pen y Gamfa. If you need anything please phone us.