There aren't many 5* campsites that actively promote an intimate, non-corporate atmosphere. Yet there must be hundreds of campers who'd jump at the chance to spread out in spacious pitches, without the fear of having organised fun, solemn regulations or unsupervised children (there's a field uniquely for playing games) thrust under their noses. Instead, just fabulous sea views, marble-interior washroom facilities and über-friendly management ensures their stay is stress-free. Beautifully-tended lawns and flower beds separate family and peaceful child-free zones. Add the spotless, designer-slick shower chalet, which even has a little room for private preening, and a comprehensive tourist information hut, and it's little wonder the 2-acre touring field does a roaring trade in all weather. So far, so 5*. That 22-pitch tourer field is hidden by hedges. One of the three tent camping fields is for couples, one for families and one has two new cosy 16ft 'hobbit' tunnel accommodations. These functionality-over-style, weather-protected, insulated glamping pods could be just the ticket for an out of season stay. A bed, kettle and electricity plugs and the whole peninsula to explore; what more could you ask for?
The onsite information hut lists 14 things to do if it's wet and 15 if it's sunny. The sandy National Trust owned Llanbedrog and delightful Porth Iago are inspiring places to start your beach tour. Dolphins and seal boat trips around the St Tudno Islands off Abersoch can be arranged with Shear Water Cruises (01758 740899). Plas Glyn-y-Weddw (01758 740763) at Llanbedrog is an art gallery and cafe with beautiful period interiors and stunning views across the bay to Pwllheli – perfect rainy day fun.
The nearest is The Ship Inn, a mile away in Pwllheli (01758 741111) which looks beautiful at night with wooden pagodas and twinkly fairy lights in the beer garden. Lots of seafood, all fresh ingredients, worth the long wait.