Gwynedd

Step from the garden onto beautiful Welsh sands, gaze out to sea through a large window in the sitting room, enjoy perfect sunsets

An Edwardian villa with stunning views, polished floors, cosy fires and child-friendly garden a short walk from lovely Portmeirion

Climb Snowdon - or take the train. Swim, cycle, visit Nat Trust houses. A deliciously quirky retreat for 2 (and babe-in-arms) near Anglesey

Wrap yourselves in comfort at this fine country house in its secluded grounds on the stunning Llyn peninsula and just a mile from the beach

Conwy mussels and Welsh lamb emerge from an open kitchen, terrace views soar to Cadair Idris. Sleep off hilly walks in crisply modern rooms

A remote, rustic place for a digital detox - wildly romantic and perfect in summer with the doors open. Children can play in safety

Private beach, acres of land to explore and a welcome hamper of dreams. Perfect for large groups to explore the scenic Welsh coastline

A 17th-century traditional Welsh longhouse in a very sheltered spot facing south and with a pretty garden surrounded by fields and meadows

Amazing beaches, a pub you can hike to, a train to get you to Snowdonia… and your own remote cottage with stunning views

Swing off the main road through the village, up into the hills along a narrow track and through a gate, observed by curious sheep

One of 5 cottages on the Wern Estate, all comfort and charm, with a garden for kids, rockpools at Black Rock Sands and a mountain railway

On its own wooded estate, a special manor house of character. Art on the walls, maps and wellies to borrow, gardens to romp in, super views

Cross an ancient stone bridge to a 1790s estate cottage, completely on its own down a little-used green lane and with the river rushing by

You’re in Snowdonia National Park: cycle, hike, swim, climb & trampoline to your heart’s content. Come home to comfort, warmth, grand views

Traditional family-run hotel with sitting rooms galore, award-winning food and Snowdon views. High teas and games room for children too

Once the county jail, now a cute hotel with friendly owners, a pretty bar, chic bedrooms and a cellar restaurant for tasty local food

A cosy little gem tucked between the sea and the mountains. Packed with books and paintings, super bathrooms, wonderful food

One of 5 family farm cottages on the Wern Estate, serene and stylish with a wood-burning stove, beautiful colours and distant sea views