Sunset over the beach near The Cwtch: marram grass on the dunes, a wooden fence along the sand and the sun low over the sea

A cwtch by the bay in Pwllheli

A self-contained one-bedroom annex for two, a two-minute walk from the beach, the Wales Coast Path and Pwllheli Golf Club.

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  • Sleeps two, one double bedroom
  • Two minutes’ walk to the beach
  • Free parking, room for a van
  • Private entrance, all on one level
  • Hosted by Ruth, an Airbnb Superhost

Small, self-contained and properly cosy

The Cwtch is a self-contained annex with an open-plan kitchen and living room, a double bedroom, and a modern shower room that’s yours alone.

It’s made for two people who want somewhere warm and easy to come back to after a day on the sand or the coast path: park on the drive, drop your bags, and the beach is two minutes away.

In Wales, a cwtch is a cuddle, and a snug little spot to tuck yourself into. We think the name fits.

The open-plan room at The Cwtch: a cream sofa and armchair, a wooden coffee table, the dining table by the window and the kitchen beyond
The double bedroom with a white textured bedspread, folded teal towels and a window onto green hedges
A round white dining table laid for two with crystal glasses, by a window with checked curtains

What you’ll love

Everything a couple needs for a few nights by the sea, and nothing fussy.

  • Two minutes to the beach

    Out of the door to Pwllheli’s shoreline and the Wales Coast Path.

  • Peace and quiet

    Tucked away in a calm spot, for winding down after a day out.

  • A kitchen you can cook in

    A hob, slow cooker and combi microwave, with pots, pans and the basics. There’s no conventional oven.

  • A modern shower room

    Clean, fresh and private to you.

  • TV and WiFi

    Stay connected, or switch off completely.

  • Free parking on the drive

    With space for a van, so there’s room for the bikes, boards or clubs.

  • Pubs and restaurants nearby

    Local pubs and restaurants are within walking distance.

A sandy path between marram grass leading to a weathered wooden boardwalk, with the beach and a calm sea under a clear evening sky

Two minutes to the sand

From the door it’s a two-minute walk to the beach, the Wales Coast Path and Pwllheli’s 18-hole golf course.

Through the marram grass, over the boardwalk, and the whole bay opens up: a long shore for early swims and evening walks, and on a clear night the sun goes down over the sea.

Guests put it more simply: The location is fantastic with a beautiful beach within minutes.

The boardwalk onto the beach, photographed a couple of minutes from The Cwtch.

From the door

How far everything is from The Cwtch’s front door. The first stretch is on foot; for the rest, the car is handy.

  1. You’re hereThe Cwtch
  2. 2 min walkThe beach and coast path
  3. 2 min walkPwllheli Golf Club
  4. About 5 min drivePwllheli town
  5. About 5–10 min driveHafan Pwllheli marina
  6. About 10 min driveLlanbedrog
  7. About 15–20 min driveAbersoch
  8. About 15–20 min driveCriccieth
  9. About 30–40 min driveEryri
On foot By car Drawing, not to scale. Times are approximate.

What guests say

Ruth is rated 4.93 from 45 reviews on Airbnb

A gorgeous place to stay. Spotlessly clean, had everything we needed for our one-night stay (including a good hair dryer and hair straighteners - a lovely touch!), and plenty of space for the two of us. A great location too, just a couple of minutes walk to a beautiful beach and within easy driving reach of Eryri. We’d definitely stay here again if we return to the area!

Shona, Airbnb review. On Airbnb for 9 years.

Very cosy, clean and comfortable - everything I needed. Ruth is a great host, very responsive and a warm welcome when I arrived. The location is fantastic with a beautiful beach within minutes. A peaceful, enjoyable stay - even though I was there for work.

Ros, Airbnb review. On Airbnb for 8 years.

Ruth was a fantastic host and her place is an absolute gem, would recommend to everybody and will certainly be visiting again.

Dean, Airbnb review. On Airbnb for 4 years.

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Ruth, The Cwtch’s host, smiling in the sunshine

Your host, Ruth

Ruth is a family lawyer who went to school in Pwllheli and still lives here, so she knows which beaches, walks and corners of Llŷn are worth your time. Guests often mention her welcome pack and the walks she suggests.

  • Airbnb Superhost
  • Replies to every message, usually within the hour

Come and stay by the bay

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