About Cariad Mawr

Cariad Mawr is a single-storey shepherd's hut in Gwaenysgor near Prestatyn in Denbighshire. This studio-style retreat sits in the countryside at the end of a quiet road. Direct footpath access to Offa's Dyke Path makes it perfect for walkers. The location offers far-reaching views across the countryside towards Prestatyn Hills.

You're in rural North Wales with Prestatyn Beach just 2.1 miles away. Colwyn Bay is 16 miles and Llandudno 24 miles. Snowdonia National Park sits 33 miles from your door. A local pub is five minutes on foot.

The hut sleeps two in a double bed. Inside you'll find a sitting area, dining space and kitchenette with microwave, fridge with ice box, toaster and kettle. The shower room has a walk-in shower and heated towel rail. A woodburning stove provides warmth. Outside there's a private rear lawn with fire pit and barbecue for alfresco dining.

Gop Cairn sits five minutes away on foot. This prehistoric mound offers outstanding views. Rhyl Beach and SeaQuarium Rhyl are nearby. Chester Zoo is 31 miles. Rhuddlan Castle and Denbigh Castle make excellent day trips.

Cariad Mawr suits couples wanting a rural escape. Two well-behaved pets are welcome. Book for a peaceful break in North Wales.

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Need To Know

✓Woodburning stove
✓Microwave, fridge with ice box, toaster and kettle
✓Smart tv, superfast wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Ample off-road parking
✓Private rear lawn with furniture, fire pit
✓Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 1.5 miles, pub with direct access from the property

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Cariad Mawr Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Cariad Mawr during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Denbighshire's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Rhuddlan Castle

Distance: 4.8 miles (10 min drive)

LL18 5AD

Bodelwyddan Castle

Distance: 10 miles (20 min drive)

LL18 5YA

Welsh Mountain Zoo

Distance: 18 miles (31 min drive)

LL28 5UY

Offa's Dyke Path

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

Maes Hiraddug Nature Reserve

Distance: 2.5 miles (6 min drive)

LL18 6DQ

Moel Hiraddug

Distance: 3.1 miles (9 min drive)

LL18 6HR

Dyserth Butchers

Distance: 2.4 miles (6 min drive)

LL18 6AA

Lidl

Distance: 2 miles (8 min drive)

LL19 9DG

Presents with a Difference

Distance: 2 miles (8 min drive)

LL19 9BE

Prestatyn Station

Distance: 2.1 miles (9 min drive)

LL19 7ER

Prestatyn Bus Station

Distance: 2 miles (8 min drive)

LL19 9BL

Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Distance: 47.7 miles (1 hr 4 min drive)

L24 1YD

Rhuddlan Castle

Distance: 4.8 miles (10 min drive)

LL18 5AD

Bodelwyddan Castle

Distance: 10 miles (20 min drive)

LL18 5YA

Welsh Mountain Zoo

Distance: 18 miles (31 min drive)

LL28 5UY

Offa's Dyke Path

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

Maes Hiraddug Nature Reserve

Distance: 2.5 miles (6 min drive)

LL18 6DQ

Moel Hiraddug

Distance: 3.1 miles (9 min drive)

LL18 6HR

Dyserth Butchers

Distance: 2.4 miles (6 min drive)

LL18 6AA

Lidl

Distance: 2 miles (8 min drive)

LL19 9DG

Presents with a Difference

Distance: 2 miles (8 min drive)

LL19 9BE

Prestatyn Station

Distance: 2.1 miles (9 min drive)

LL19 7ER

Prestatyn Bus Station

Distance: 2 miles (8 min drive)

LL19 9BL

Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Distance: 47.7 miles (1 hr 4 min drive)

L24 1YD

Is Cariad Mawr Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Cariad Mawr is not ideal for children. The shepherd's hut sleeps only two in a double bed with no additional sleeping space. The studio layout and compact kitchenette suit couples rather than families. However, families could rent both shepherd's huts in the group for a stay together. Gop Cairn offers an easy walk for older children and Prestatyn Beach is 2.1 miles away for seaside fun.

For Couples

Perfect for romantic escapes. The studio-style space creates an intimate atmosphere with a double bed and woodburning stove. Enjoy alfresco dining on your private lawn with the barbecue and fire pit. The peaceful location at the end of a quiet road means no passing traffic. Walk together on Offa's Dyke Path from your doorstep or explore Gop Cairn five minutes away. The local pub is a five-minute stroll for evening drinks.

Pet Friendly

Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Cariad Mawr. The private rear lawn gives your pets outdoor space to enjoy. Direct footpath access to Offa's Dyke Path means excellent walks from the doorstep. Gop Cairn is five minutes away and Prestatyn Hills offer more walking routes. The local pub five minutes on foot allows dogs in the outdoor area. Fuel and power are included so you can keep the woodburning stove going.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Cariad Mawr

Local Pub Gwaenysgor

Located 0.2 miles (5 min walk) from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL18 6EW

The Beaches Hotel Prestatyn

Located 2.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL19 7LE

Scala Bar & Restaurant Prestatyn

Located 2.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL19 9BH

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Cariad Mawr

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Cariad Mawr does not have a hot tub. The property features a woodburning stove for indoor warmth and a fire pit in the private rear garden for outdoor relaxation.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, two well-behaved pets are welcome at Cariad Mawr. The property has a private rear lawn and the local pub five minutes away allows dogs in the outdoor area.

How many people does Cariad Mawr sleep?

The shepherd's hut sleeps two people in one double bed. It's a studio-style space designed specifically for couples wanting a rural retreat in North Wales.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchenette includes a microwave, fridge with ice box, toaster and kettle. There's also a barbecue outside for alfresco cooking on the private rear lawn.

Is parking available at the property?

Yes, there is off-road parking for one car at Cariad Mawr. The parking space is conveniently located at the property in this countryside setting.

What is included in the rental?

Bed linen and towels are included in your stay. Fuel and power for the woodburning stove are also included so you don't need to worry about additional heating costs.

How far is the nearest beach?

Prestatyn Beach is 2.1 miles from Cariad Mawr. The beach offers far-reaching sea views and Prestatyn is a popular destination for walking and cycling.

Are there good walking routes nearby?

The property has direct footpath access to Offa's Dyke Path from the doorstep. Gop Cairn, the largest prehistoric mound in Wales, is five minutes walk with outstanding views across the countryside.

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Cariad Mawr Reviews

Lovely stay nice and quiet and very clean

Beverley

So peaceful lovely walks only a couple of miles to amenities. Just a couple of minor faults bulb out in shower sink needs unblocking in bathroom and pillows very thin and lumpy. But nothing that cant be rectified in 2 minutes. Over all a lovely little place.

Philip

Just returned from 3 nights stay at cariad mawr, everything was perfect and exactly as described, we would definitely recommend this place and would definitely return.

We had a great stay at Cariad mawr. The place was clean and comfortable and so lovely! The host was also really helpful

Carrie

Our stay at Cariad Mawr was comfortable and convenient for the local inn and exploring many footpaths as well as Offa's Dyke. We've stayed before as it's handy for concerts at the Pavilion in Rhyl! Re maintenance...one of the door handles was loose and we were unable to use that door. Otherwise great.

Kathleen

Great place to visit for peaceful everything you need to recharge your batteries cabin has everything you need you

Charlene

Really lovely accommodation and perfect for my little break away. Great WiFi and facilities. The only tiny thing, was that the tea and sugar, and the shampooconditionershower gel were all empty. However, I had brought my own anyway so didn't reach out to the host. I'm sure if I had needed these and asked, the host would have supplied. Really peaceful location and all you need for a cosy break away.

Very tranquil and cosy just a couple of miles away from prestatyn and close to rhyl .

Nicola

What a beautiful place to stay. . so relaxing my wife and I along with our little dog had the most amazing stay..... couldn't ask for more as our little dog is terminally ill and it was the best place to spend time with her...We would highly recommend this place if you just want to just get away from it all. 10 out of 10..

Cassie

Cariad Mawr was absolutely lovely! Extremely cold but once you get the fire going, nice and toasty. Just remember to bring some extra fire logs! The view was lovely, walks in the area were lovely, and was relatively quiet for new years, only heard a few fireworks thankfully. Facilities great, storage was great, bed was nice and comfy. The ad had said 'private lawn to the rear' and I'd mistaken that as an enclosed lawn, just so people don't make my same mistake! Was very peacefu

Catherine

I had a super stay with my little dog here The cabin was perfect for us ... I had a super stay with my little dog here The cabin was perfect for us Really comfortable bed and a decent sized bathroom and shower The outlook was lovely and it was really peaceful too Can definitely recommend this lovely cabin

I wanted to take my other half away for her 60th Birthday,we wanted somewhere that was in nice location, couldn't have chosen a better place than this Shepherds Hut, it's at the end of a road, so nobody goes past, other than the farmer, it's an Ideal place for walks, the views from the S. H are beautiful , you can see the Prestatyn Hills, which you can walk to,via the footpath, which is 5 minutes walk from the S.H. I'd definitely recommend taking a picnic, and walking to Gop Cairn, which is the largest Prehistoric mound in Wales, the views are outstanding . A very magical break,thank you for allowing us to rent your Shepherd's Hut, looking forward to our return visit

Had no contact with the owner which was fine but it might have been nice to get a message to advise us of a few things like how the TV works not someth we were bothered about were to leave rubbish, towels and bedding when we leaving. The only thingnI would say would have made the hut more comfortable would be a couple of drawers under the bed to store clothes, as we had a suitcase and a rucksack with our items in and it would have been hand to put them back in the car once we could empty them.

Vanessa

Had 4 very peaceful nights in this lovely Sheppards hut. Very clean and comfortable. Wood burner made it very cozy . Situated down a lane near a farm so no noise from traffic. Occasional tractor and the only noise was a cow mooing every now and then and the sound of the birds . Walking distance from a very good pub .Great for accessing north Wales coast . Loved it .

Lesley

We were disappointed that there was only 1 chair for relaxing in, from the photographs we were expecting 2. The bed was very high and difficult to get in. A small footstool would have been useful.

Suzanne

We have just returned from a 4 night stay in the lovely new shepherd's hut with our dog. It's very peaceful and we had the whole paddock to ourselves as only 1 other shepherd's hut which was empty. The bed was so comfy. Would make a lovely stay for a whole family in the 2 huts . Local pub is great and about 5 minutes walk away. Dogs only allowed outside though. Lots of walking close by and near to Prestatyn. Suzanne

Heres a review for a luxury hut weekend stay Our weekend getaway in this luxurious hut was absolutely idyllic! The cozy interior, combined with the stunning natural surroundings, created the perfect escape. We loved the thoughtful touches, like the plush bedding and the cozy blankets and indoor and outdoor fire pit.The location was peaceful and serene, making it easy to unwind and relax. We can't wait to come back! Second time back but this time in there new luxury hut I highly recommend this place and will return

Claire

Just had the most amazing few days in this gorgeous and extremely comfy shepherds hut. The hosts were incredibly welcoming and friendly, providing us with lots of local information. We will definitely be going back for another relaxing break!

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Cariad Mawr, Gwaenysgor

About Cariad Mawr

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Cariad Mawr Attractions & Days Out

Is Cariad Mawr Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Local Pub Gwaenysgor

The Beaches Hotel Prestatyn

Scala Bar & Restaurant Prestatyn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Cariad Mawr Reviews