Guests say
Bwthyn Awel is a well-received cottage in Church Bay, praised for its stunning views, peaceful location, and spacious, comfortable interiors. Guests enjoyed the proximity to the beach and local eateries, with special mentions of the ample outdoor space and well-equipped kitchen. The property is ideal for families and groups seeking a relaxing retreat.
Most guests found the property to be well-maintained, though there were isolated reports of cleanliness issues which required attention. These instances seem to be exceptions rather than the rule, as other reviews do not highlight such concerns.
The location is highly praised for its tranquility, beautiful views, and easy access to the beach and local amenities. Guests consistently enjoyed the peaceful setting and proximity to nature.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be comfortable, with a spacious lounge, comfortable bedding, and a cosy atmosphere. The balcony and outdoor eating areas were particularly appreciated.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living spaces. However, there were some reports of maintenance issues such as problems with the shower and television, which slightly impacted the score.
While there is a mention of the owner being kind and leaving a surprise for the children, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtful gestures to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such personal touches, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
The stunning, semi-detached, Bwthyn Awel, is set in a slightly elevated position on the edge of the small seaside hamlet of Church Bay near Cemaes Bay, just a few hundred yards from the sea and sandy beach. There is sought-after off-road parking for two cars to welcome you to the property so you can bring all your favourite people along with you. This Church Bay cottage provides all the latest comfortable furnishings, and its five bedrooms allow for flexible accommodation. Venture inside the property and discover the kitchen/diner where the designated chef can cook up a storm in the sleek kitchen with its breath-taking views; gather around the table and toast to a wonderful holiday. After a tasty meal, head upstairs to the first-floor to find the sitting room, with a spectacular view from the balcony, you can look forward to sinking into the sofa and escaping reality with your favourite Netflix programme for the evening. As the sun sets locate one of five bedrooms and you might be lucky enough to secure one with an en-suite for the night so you can take a leisurely soak before retreating to bed. Enjoy dining alfresco in the picturesque garden in the summery months, where you can gather with your family and friends on the decking, whilst the chef of the evening rustles up a meal on the BBQ. The scenic Anglesey Coastal Path, featuring 125 miles of coastline to explore, can be accessed from the end of the road, or guests can visit NT's Plas Newydd mansion or walk over 400 cliff steps down to South Stack Lighthouse. For a dining out experience with your guests, get to know your local area and take a short stroll to The Church Bay Inn, which offers home-cooked meals and thrilling views of the rolling countryside. Church Bay is renowned for its stunning, Blue Flag beach, where you can take your group for a day of kayaking, watersports, or for some excellent seafood. Why not go for a lengthy bike ride and absorb the magnificent backdrop of the Welsh mountains; before travelling to Cemaes Bay to find the rest of your amenities, including a convenience store and an array of activities, from sunbathing on its shores to angling at its charter. Venture further afield to the South Stack lighthouse in Holyhead, where you can take your family up the lighthouse for a thrilling tour. Holyhead is also home to museums, Elin's Tower and a variety of cafes and pubs; ideal for an evening out. A truly stunning cottage perfect for large families or groups of friends who enjoy something a little special.
Church Bay nestles on the North West coastline of Anglesey, boasting a Blue Flag sandy beach, renowned for its safe, family fun. Close by, the village of Llanfaethlu provides a local shop and a Post Office. Indulge in fabulous watersports, including kitesurfing, diving and sailing at the stunning Rhosneigr beach, or enjoy 18 holes at a choice of three local golf courses. The area also boasts Anglesey Sea Zoo, which is remarked as a fun day out.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 3 x ground-floor twins.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
First-floor siting room with balcony
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.
3 x Smart TVs with FreeSat, sitting room’s TV has Netflix, DVD and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and 2 x stairgates available.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, decking, barbecue and furniture.
Enclosed first-floor balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 2.5 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 0.4 miles.
Note: There is no door between the bedrooms and en-suite bathroom.
Note: Strong winds can affect TV signal and reception.
Note: Due to rural location, WiFi can fluctuate in speed.
Note: This property is not suitable for those with limited mobility.
Note: Electric cars cannot be charged at this property.
Please note there is a £200 refundable bond payable to the owner prior to arrival.
Nearby points of interest
- Holyhead Maritime Museum
- Ucheldre Centre
- Anglesey Adventures
- Parc Gwledig Morglawdd Caergybi Breakwater Country Park
- Goleudy Ynys Lawd Lighthouse
- RSPB Valley Wetlands
- Porth Dafarch Beach
- Trearddur Bay Beach
Reviews (13)
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Roger
There are a few things that need addressing: 1) The heating is not straight forward. Most of us are practical... run our own homes. Couldn't sort the heating out. Texted the property owner, Chrissie. She was quick to respond. Soon after we found that new batteries were needed and the terminals needed cleaning. 2) We couldn't get the TV's to work. The remotes need sorting. Might be an idea to provide an HDMI lead to the main TV and for guests (who will probably have their own TV licence) to use WIFI on their own laptop to access BBC iplayer, ITV player, etc. 3) Not enough toilet rolls. 4) Washing up liquid? Washing up scourer/scritcher? More tea towels.
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Martin
Our swimmers and paddle-boarders enjoyed the safe water, and the local walks are many and varied. Location is everything, and the views over to Holyhead harbour full of interest, though we were glad that cruise liner passengers head elsewhere! We ate on the patio every evening, and the under-tens enjoyed playing in the garden, which thankfully is grass rather than lawn, and with no plants to damage. The garden gate to next doorâs garden enabled occasional play with the youngsters in the adjoining holiday-let cottage. When we tired of cooking for ourselves (and thereâs plenty of kit, so itâs easy to self-cater) Church Bay offers an excellent restaurant (The Lobster Pot) and the Wavecrest Café, both of which we sampled with pleasure. Just be aware that itâs safest to pre-book at the former, though you can always get a drink at their bar, and that the latterâs lovely strawberries and cream scones are only available Thursdays to Sundays. Some (mostly external) aspects of the cottage would benefit from maintenance, but the facilities all work well, with lots of hot water â having three bathrooms helps when youâre accommodating three family groups. The nowadays-essential Wi-Fi was fast enough to support all our many devices. The TV system needs some care to navigate, but we were able to enjoy watching the Olympic Games, even though our own swimming skills wouldnât have taken us to Paris! When our next family holiday heads to Anglesey, Bwthyn Awel will be on the short list.
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Martin
This was a very last minute booking as we had been badly let down at a previous property. The house is in a wonderful position overlooking the sea with views over to Holyhead harbour. We all enjoyed watching the boats and ships. Sitting on the balcony was a delight. Church Bay beach was perfect for all the family and was only a ten minute walk away. The kitchen was very well equipped. There were two fridges and a freezer, a microwave and oven. A table in the kitchen together with a table on the deck, plenty of room for us all to eat. The bedrooms all had plenty of storage. The upstairs sitting room was comfortable. Unfortunately one of our showers had luke warm water but a plumber was contacted. There was plenty of hot water for the rest of us. We would thoroughly recommend this property.