Château Rhianfa

Château Rhianfa is a Grade II-listed château on the banks of the Menai Strait, with views across to the towering peaks of Snowdonia; the perfect location from which to explore Anglesey and North Wales.

Built as a gift to Lady Sarah Hay Williams from her husband John, the stunning architecture was inspired by Lady Sarah’s sketches of her favourite châteaux in France's Loire Valley.

Every last detail has been thought about at Château Rhianfa. From the music and drawing rooms to the turret showers and summer and winter balconies, it’s easy to be impressed with this beautiful château.

Stay in one of 27 individually-styled rooms, 16 of which are in the main building. Rhianfa is the perfect location for romantic getaways or to celebrate special occasions with loved ones.

Stay

Escape the fast pace of everyday life when you check into one of the luxurious rooms at Château Rhianfa. After a busy day exploring Anglesey and North Wales, these are rooms you’ll long to retreat to each evening, before waking up to the sunrise over Penrhyn Bay.

Château Rooms

The original château has 16 bedrooms to choose from. They vary from Standard Double Rooms, all the way through to stunning Superior Suites.

All the rooms are luxurious and individually-styled with period furnishings. The bathrooms are contemporary and indulgent, with double sinks and big walk-in, rain-head showers; two of the Superior Suites have baths.

Whether you're looking for a four-poster or a view of the coast, the château has the room for you!

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Rhianfa Lodge

The Rhianfa Lodge is situated approximately 50 metres from the château. The rooms are modern and contemporary with stunning views of the coast. All eight Lodge Rooms can be booked exclusively, perfect for a group looking for their own space.

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Cottage Suites

There are three Cottage Suites that sleep 2-6 people. They have en-suite bedrooms and separate lounge areas, making them a great option for families, or groups of friends travelling together.

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Dining

The AA Rosette-awarded 'Le Dragon Rouge' restaurant is the perfect venue for an intimate dinner or for getting together with friends and family. The menu has been carefully constructed by the Head Chef and his team to give you a Welsh dining experience that will leave you wanting more.

For special occasions, there is a selection of private dining rooms that provide a perfect setting for your celebration.

Afternoon tea is served in the luxurious lounges. Soak up the views of the Menai Strait and Snowdonia while enjoying freshly-baked scones and homemade cakes.

History

The château was built in 1849 by Sir John Hay-Williams, Baronet of Bodelwyddan, as a gift for his wife, Lady Sarah. Beautifully positioned on the water, the artistic design was influenced by the couple’s travels in the Loire region of France, where they were particularly enamoured with the architectural style favoured in the region during the reign of Francois I (1515-1547).

Lady Sarah desired that everything would be perfect and no detail overlooked. The magnificent interiors were chosen by her own hand and, to honour her exquisite taste and connect the French-style château to its newly formed Welsh roots, the house was christened “Rhianfa” (put forward by the local vicar), which means ladies' abode.

Over recent years, great care has been taken to preserve the treasured French-style architecture through gentle restoration, to ensure the historic charm and unique character of Château Rhianfa can be enjoyed for many years to come.

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