Cedar Lodge guidebook
Seaside
Here are a selection of nearby seaside places to visit
A fantastic traditional seaside town, with lots of attractions for young and old. Visit the iconic pier or shop in the vast array of traditional shops.
216 locals recommend
Llandudno
A fantastic traditional seaside town, with lots of attractions for young and old. Visit the iconic pier or shop in the vast array of traditional shops.
Less than 2 miles from the house, Colwyn Bay has a lovely beach. There is a fabulous restaurant, Bryn Williams, directly on the shore.
19 locals recommend
Colwyn Bay
Less than 2 miles from the house, Colwyn Bay has a lovely beach. There is a fabulous restaurant, Bryn Williams, directly on the shore.
A lovely seaside town in Anglesey, from where you can also take boat rides from the pier. The trip around Puffin Island is excellent!
128 locals recommend
Beaumaris
A lovely seaside town in Anglesey, from where you can also take boat rides from the pier. The trip around Puffin Island is excellent!
A lovely near-by harbour in a quaint town that has lots of small shops and places to eat. The beach area has recently been fully refurbished and has fabulous golden sand.
15 locals recommend
Rhos-on-Sea Beach
PromenadeA lovely near-by harbour in a quaint town that has lots of small shops and places to eat. The beach area has recently been fully refurbished and has fabulous golden sand.
Sightseeing
The North Wales coast offers a large variety of places to visit. Here is just a small selection of things you can do and see.
A fabulous castle and delightful shops. However, parking can be difficult so come early
171 locals recommend
Conwy
A fabulous castle and delightful shops. However, parking can be difficult so come early
Take a boat trip from Beaumaris, Anglesey, and venture out to see the puffins and other sea birds
11 locals recommend
Puffin Island
Take a boat trip from Beaumaris, Anglesey, and venture out to see the puffins and other sea birds
The location for "I'm a Celebrity, get me out of here", Gwrych Castle is only a short drive from the house.
32 locals recommend
Gwrych Castle and Gardens
Tan-Y-Gopa RoadThe location for "I'm a Celebrity, get me out of here", Gwrych Castle is only a short drive from the house.
The largest castle in North Wales, Caernarfon Castle is well worth a visit during your stay.
282 locals recommend
Caernarfon Castle
Castle DitchThe largest castle in North Wales, Caernarfon Castle is well worth a visit during your stay.
Aber Falls is a spectacular waterfall, with a height of 37m, reached via a scenic walk. You can also visit the nearby Aber Falls whiskey distillery to reward your efforts!
108 locals recommend
Aber Falls
Aber Falls is a spectacular waterfall, with a height of 37m, reached via a scenic walk. You can also visit the nearby Aber Falls whiskey distillery to reward your efforts!
A short 15 min drive will take you to Bodnant Garden, run by the National Trust, which has some of the most amazing garden scenery and walks in the UK.
194 locals recommend
National Trust - Bodnant Garden
Bodnant RoadA short 15 min drive will take you to Bodnant Garden, run by the National Trust, which has some of the most amazing garden scenery and walks in the UK.
The mountain railway runs to the very summit of Snowdon. Early booking is essential!
195 locals recommend
Snowdon Mountain Railway station
The mountain railway runs to the very summit of Snowdon. Early booking is essential!
Visible from Cedar Lodge, the Great Orme is the large hill next to Llandudno. Climb the path, or travel to the top by cable car or tram. From the summit there are spectacular views of Anglesey and Puffin Island.
The Great Orme
Visible from Cedar Lodge, the Great Orme is the large hill next to Llandudno. Climb the path, or travel to the top by cable car or tram. From the summit there are spectacular views of Anglesey and Puffin Island.
Family adventure
Want to do some activities as a family? There are lots to choose from, and some of our favourites are given here.
Zip World is a firm favourite, especially for children, and is only 30 min drive from the house
312 locals recommend
Zip World Fforest
A470Zip World is a firm favourite, especially for children, and is only 30 min drive from the house
The Welsh Mountain Zoo, which is a 20 min walk from the house, is home to a large variety of animals including tigers, lions and monkeys. Only half a mile from the house as the crow flies, you can sometimes even hear the sea lions at feeding time when sitting in the garden!
121 locals recommend
Welsh Mountain Zoo
Old HighwayThe Welsh Mountain Zoo, which is a 20 min walk from the house, is home to a large variety of animals including tigers, lions and monkeys. Only half a mile from the house as the crow flies, you can sometimes even hear the sea lions at feeding time when sitting in the garden!
Take the cable car from near the pier in Llandudno up to the top of the Great Orme. Fabulous views, plus a crazy golf course at the summit.
24 locals recommend
Llandudno Cable Car.
Take the cable car from near the pier in Llandudno up to the top of the Great Orme. Fabulous views, plus a crazy golf course at the summit.
With dry ski slope, tube and toboggan runs, this centre is a must for adventurous guests and is only a 17 min drive away.
41 locals recommend
Llandudno Ski and Snowboard Centre
Happy Valley RoadWith dry ski slope, tube and toboggan runs, this centre is a must for adventurous guests and is only a 17 min drive away.
Food scene
There are lots of places to eat and drink in the local area. Here is a small selection of some places we recommend.
Only a 10 min walk from the house, the Pen-y-Bryn pub has fantastic food and drink. Don't forget to book for meals though, it is very popular!
23 locals recommend
Pen-y-Bryn
Ancaster SquareOnly a 10 min walk from the house, the Pen-y-Bryn pub has fantastic food and drink. Don't forget to book for meals though, it is very popular!
On the sea front at Colwyn Bay, the Bryn Williams restaurant is known for having excellent food, with spectacular views of the beach. It is essential to book early as this is an extremely popular place to eat!
53 locals recommend
Bryn Williams Porth Eirias
PromenadeOn the sea front at Colwyn Bay, the Bryn Williams restaurant is known for having excellent food, with spectacular views of the beach. It is essential to book early as this is an extremely popular place to eat!
This high quality restaurant serves contemporary British cuisine from an open kitchen, plus bar. More suited to adults than children, especially in the evening. Booking is essential.
54 locals recommend
Signatures Restaurant
This high quality restaurant serves contemporary British cuisine from an open kitchen, plus bar. More suited to adults than children, especially in the evening. Booking is essential.
The Erskine Arms is a traditional Georgian coaching inn nestled within the medieval walls of Conwy a stone’s throw from Conwy Castle. With chunky old furniture, rugs and open fires, exactly what you’d want from an old Welsh inn.
43 locals recommend
The Erskine Arms
Rose Hill StreetThe Erskine Arms is a traditional Georgian coaching inn nestled within the medieval walls of Conwy a stone’s throw from Conwy Castle. With chunky old furniture, rugs and open fires, exactly what you’d want from an old Welsh inn.
Portuguese and Italian food in the centre of Colwyn Bay, run by a family that hails from Madeira. A very friendly local restaurant that is great for adults and children alike. Will also deliver food to the house.
10 locals recommend
Virgilio's Pizzeria & Portuguese Grill
19 Penrhyn RdPortuguese and Italian food in the centre of Colwyn Bay, run by a family that hails from Madeira. A very friendly local restaurant that is great for adults and children alike. Will also deliver food to the house.
On the sea front in Colwyn Bay, The Toad is a great place to eat or drink while taking in fabulous costal views.
Only 1.5 miles from the house (5 min drive), it can be walked to in 25 min (though it is far easier to walk to it than to come up the hill on the way back!).
12 locals recommend
The Toad
West PromenadeOn the sea front in Colwyn Bay, The Toad is a great place to eat or drink while taking in fabulous costal views.
Only 1.5 miles from the house (5 min drive), it can be walked to in 25 min (though it is far easier to walk to it than to come up the hill on the way back!).
HIckory's is a fun place to eat that is suitable for all the family. Serving food from the Southern States of America, its specialities are ribs and burgers, which you can see being cooked in the large open kitchen.
38 locals recommend
Hickory's - Rhos-on-Sea
9 Llandudno RdHIckory's is a fun place to eat that is suitable for all the family. Serving food from the Southern States of America, its specialities are ribs and burgers, which you can see being cooked in the large open kitchen.
The Welsh food shop provides a fantastic source of food that is sourced locally and the Furnace café is a great place to eat breakfast and lunch, with both indoor and outdoor dining areas. On Sundays they serve a traditional Sunday lunch in the Hayloft.
34 locals recommend
Bodnant Cookery School
The Welsh food shop provides a fantastic source of food that is sourced locally and the Furnace café is a great place to eat breakfast and lunch, with both indoor and outdoor dining areas. On Sundays they serve a traditional Sunday lunch in the Hayloft.
Further from Cedar Lodge than our other suggestions, Dylan's is well worth checking out if your itinerary takes you on a trip to Anglesey or beyond. With amazing views over the Menai Strait, Dylan's serves fantastic local food and is a dining experience you will not forget.
136 locals recommend
Dylan's Menai Bridge
Saint George's RoadFurther from Cedar Lodge than our other suggestions, Dylan's is well worth checking out if your itinerary takes you on a trip to Anglesey or beyond. With amazing views over the Menai Strait, Dylan's serves fantastic local food and is a dining experience you will not forget.
On the sea front at Rhos-on-Sea, Coast Cafe is a great place to get coffee or lunch.
COAST Cafe & Gift Shop
71 Rhos PromenadeOn the sea front at Rhos-on-Sea, Coast Cafe is a great place to get coffee or lunch.
Only 10 min walk from the house, our local Indian takeaway is a great place to pick up something to eat.
AMK indian takeaway
Only 10 min walk from the house, our local Indian takeaway is a great place to pick up something to eat.
The Cottage Loaf is an old traditional pub that is in the heart of Llandudno. With open fires and lots of outside seating, some covered, it is a lovely place to visit for a bite to eat when you are taking in the sights of Llandudno.
47 locals recommend
The Cottage Loaf
Market StreetThe Cottage Loaf is an old traditional pub that is in the heart of Llandudno. With open fires and lots of outside seating, some covered, it is a lovely place to visit for a bite to eat when you are taking in the sights of Llandudno.
The White Lion Inn is an award winning gastro pub and restaurant in Llanelian-yn-Rhos, Colwyn Bay. Just a 10-min drive from Cedar Lodge, this friendly pub has excellent food and stunning views. Possibly the oldest country pub in North Wales, the White Lion is well worth a visit. We can particularly recommend their Sunday roast lunch, which is very good value.
The White Lion Inn
The White Lion Inn is an award winning gastro pub and restaurant in Llanelian-yn-Rhos, Colwyn Bay. Just a 10-min drive from Cedar Lodge, this friendly pub has excellent food and stunning views. Possibly the oldest country pub in North Wales, the White Lion is well worth a visit. We can particularly recommend their Sunday roast lunch, which is very good value.
Situated on the sea front in Llandudno, in a splendidly restored former seaside hotel, Dylan's offers excellent food and prides itself on serving locally sourced produce and seafood.
40 locals recommend
Dylan's Restaurant
Situated on the sea front in Llandudno, in a splendidly restored former seaside hotel, Dylan's offers excellent food and prides itself on serving locally sourced produce and seafood.