Bwthyn Bach is a cosy retreat with ocean views and a pub just a five-minute hop. Walk the coastal path, spot seals in the cove below and dine out at the Lobster Pot.

This whitewashed holiday cottage sits on a hill only yards from the coast, with sea views from the living room and the patio. It is set next to two other cottages but has been cleverly designed to feel private.

Inside the kitchen, light cascades through patio glass doors and all is simple, modern and top-notch, from the swish, modern bright kitchen and shiny bathrooms to the TVs in each room. Sit out in your own little garden with the sea and Holyhead Mountain as an inspiring backdrop. Laze away the days on comfy leather couches in the first-floor sitting room: TV, books and stunning sunset views. Bedrooms are simple and fresh with a nautical feel and TVs for lazy days.

Head straight out the door to join the coastal path 200 yards away; there are two stunning beaches within a 20-minute walk of the cottage – the closest, at Church Bay, is five minutes to build sandcastles, run the dog and watch the sun go down. At the end of the lane, there is parking at Church Bay useful for surfers and families with young ones. If trawling the rock pools for supper has failed, you can buy locally caught crab and seafood at The Lobster Pot at Church Bay. Or you can simply sit and enjoy Grandma Hudson’s apple pie and custard at the Wavecrest Cafe there. The Coffee House Shop in Llanfaethlu is about three miles away for breakfast papers and basics.

Within easy driving distance is the port of Holyhead for day trips to Ireland or take a hike up Snowdonia. Holyhead Mountain may be less strenuous and the views are just as awesome.