Atlantic Cartography

Atlantic Cartography: Flintshire

A small town with an intriguing history, the compact grid system of Caerwys was allegedly the model layout for the first settler who mapped out the city of Philadelphia. But far from its transatlantic, urban sibling, this quaint village has stuck to its rustic roots. At the heart of the town, a five-minute walk from the golf club, four from the 13th century St. Michaels Church, and less than a minute from your nearest pub, this cottage is ready to welcome you home. As you arrive, its rugged stone exterior oozes rural, village charm. The white door beckons you inside, where underfloor heating allows you to explore every room in warmth and comfort. Its cosy, traditional lounge features a wood-burning stove and plump leather sofas – perfect for snuggling up with a classic novel as you sip hot chocolate. But on summer days, the conservatory at the back offers a modern, sunlit nook for sipping chilled pinot grigio. We love the stylish, bi-folding doors leading out to your private patio and courtyard. With picnic benches, a barbecue, alfresco dining table, plus a view of the aforementioned church, you’ll be spending every balmy afternoon in this idyllic spot.

Home truths:
*The entrance to the home is private
*You'll find underfloor heating throughout the entire ground floor
*This home is set over two floors, so you'll need to climb stairs to get around
*There's no dedicated workspace, but plenty of laptop-friendly surfaces like the dining table
*You'll need to bring your own charcoal for the barbecue
*There's free, on-street parking for one car, and further paid parking nearby
*Up to two pets are welcome for free, but they must be kept on the ground floor
*Your host does not take bookings with under twelves due to the hard flooring and stairs
*The twin bedroom can be zip-linked into a super-king – let your host know in advance
*Haircare products like shampoo and a hairdryer aren't available