Enjoy an unforgettable romantic escape on the north coast of Wales in this magical retreat near Abergele. Part of the Grade II-listed Gwrych Castle, this fairytale, castellated tower has been lovingly restored to create a unique living space bursting with history and atmosphere. With a wood burner, ornate four-poster bed and Victorian bathroom with an indulgent bathtub, you’ll feel like the king and queen of the castle.
Occupying an enviable position overlooking the 500-year-old Hen Wrych Hall – once home to poet Felicia Hemans – and the Irish Sea, this three-storey tower is truly unique. Painstakingly restored throughout, it’s bursting with original features that showcase its fascinating heritage. With rustic stone walls, exposed beams and period furnishings, the ground-floor living space is cosy and welcoming. Enjoy quality time together, preparing food in the well-equipped kitchen, dining at the table for two, and snuggling by the wood burner. Follow the handcrafted mahogany staircase to the first floor, where you’ll find an exquisite bathroom with a slipper bath and a restored Thomas Crapper toilet cistern, offering a nod to the tower’s Victorian past. Continue up another flight to find the opulent master bedroom with its Elizabethan-style four-poster bed adorned with plush linens that’s fit for royalty. Outside, a peaceful garden framed by mature shrubs and stonework invites you to linger under the stars with a glass in hand. Private parking for one car is available.
Wander out to amble in ancient woodland dotted with historic sites and breathtaking viewpoints on the Gwrych Castle Estate, or wander over to Abergele’s sandy beach for a sunset stroll. There’s plenty to explore in the surrounding area, too, from the National Trust’s Bodnant Gardens (13.5 miles) to the imposing Conwy Castle (12 miles). Head to Llandudno (11.5 miles) for Victorian seaside charm or visit the charming village of Betws-y-Coed (21.5 miles), gateway to the rugged Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park.