This 1-bedroom cottage is a Grade II* listed castellated gate tower built into the original curtain wall of Gwrych Castle in Abergele, North Wales. This three-storey romantic retreat sleeps two guests and sits just 1.2 miles from Abergele town centre. The tower overlooks the 500-year-old Hen Wrych Hall, once home to poet Felicia Hemans.

Abergele Cove sits directly across the road. The Clwydian Range AONB is 15 miles away. Snowdonia National Park lies 24 miles from your door. Local woods and hills offer excellent walking routes.

The ground floor features exposed stone walls and a wood-burning stove in the living area. A hand-carved mahogany staircase leads to the first-floor bathroom with a slipper bath and original Thomas Crapper toilet cistern. The third-floor bedroom showcases an Elizabethan-style king-size four-poster bed. The well-equipped kitchen includes an electric oven, hob, fridge, microwave, washing machine and dryer.

Conwy Castle (a World Heritage Site) stands 8 miles away (18 minutes). Bodnant Gardens is 10 miles distant (22 minutes). Llandudno's Victorian seafront is 11 miles away (25 minutes). Gwrych Castle itself offers tours right on your doorstep.

Couples wanting a fairytale escape will love the cottage. Book for history, original features and beachside location.