Guests say
Ketch Cottage in Holyhead, Anglesey, is a well-regarded holiday rental with guests praising its cleanliness, prime location near the beach, and comfortable furnishings. The property is appreciated for its well-equipped nature, private parking, and thoughtful welcome packs. While some minor maintenance issues and a lack of certain amenities are noted, the overall sentiment is positive with many guests planning to return.
Most guests found Ketch Cottage to be clean and well-maintained, with particular praise for its pristine condition upon arrival. However, a few guests mentioned that certain areas required additional cleaning, which slightly impacts the overall cleanliness score.
The location of Ketch Cottage is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, cafes, and restaurants. Guests appreciate the convenience and the easy parking, contributing to a high score for location.
Guests generally find the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable double bed and the garden as a sun trap. Some concerns about bed height and mattress quality are noted, which slightly reduce the comfort score.
The cottage is well-equipped with essentials and guests are pleased with the provided household items. However, there are comments about the lack of wardrobes, dishwashers, and issues with some appliances, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
Guests frequently mention and appreciate the welcome packs, which add a thoughtful touch to their stay. It is important to note that such gifts, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoying an excellent location on the Isle of Anglesey, in the stunning village of Trearddur Bay, is this bright and airy terraced cottage, Ketch Cottage. Excellently placed for exploring this tremendous island; make the most of this contemporary-styled cottage as a homely base for you and your loved ones during your relaxing retreat. The ground floor of the property is occupied by an inviting and refreshing open-plan living area; a plush corner sofa rests in front of the Freeview TV, while the other side of this rejuvenating layout plays host to a lovely dining table set for four and a stylish kitchen with a good range of utensils and appliances for preparing those mouth-watering home-cooked meals when you’re not out sampling the delicious eateries of the local area. Take the stairs up to the first floor to find the two beautiful bedrooms of the property, both decorated immaculately and smartly, a double and a twin room provide the perfect arrangements for families of four to make the most of this wonderful location. Before a day at the beach or a night in the popular and highly rated Black Seal bar and restaurant, get yourself ready in the glistening and fashionably fitted family bathroom, where you can choose from either a bath or a shower to refresh in. Find an outdoor spot to relax at the front or to the rear of the cottage; both are simply perfect for enjoying a refreshing drink under the sun or indulge in some alfresco dining around the table together. Trearddur Bay is a glorious coastal spot, known for its expansive sandy beach and choice of excellent restaurants overlooking the bay; it makes a great spot for those looking to celebrate a special occasion with good food and an extremely scenic backdrop. A wider range of amenities can be found in the nearby port town of Holyhead, home to its well-known breakwater and Country Park making a wonderful day out for the avid explorer, while South Stack is also a famous landmark rated highly by bird watchers. Anglesey comes bursting with luscious rolling countryside and superb beaches, along with a wealth of fantastic attractions to suit all tastes, be sure to visit beautiful Beaumaris with its striking castle and much to see and do from unravelling its history to enjoying a simple stroll along the beautiful pier. Venture further afield to mainland Wales for a day out you are sure to remember, where the Snowdonia National Park awaits to be explored, whether you tackle the summit of Mount Snowdon by foot or choose the scenic route via its railway, either way you’re sure to experience breath-taking scenery like you’ve never seen. Tour this scenic, rural island from this ideal, comforting cottage, Ketch Cottage.
Trearddur Bay can be found on the western shore of Holy Island, Anglesey in North Wales. Watersports, bathing, sailing, windsurfing, golf and birdwatching are all available, making it the perfect holiday base at any time of year. There are also shops, pubs and restaurants, while nearby Holyhead offers a wider range of amenities. Visit Beaumaris for a fun-packed day with its castle and old gaol, or venture to mainland Wales to discover the wonders of Snowdonia National Park.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine.
TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, high chair and stairgate available.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Enclosed rear lawn and patio with furniture with clothes lines, enclosed front patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub within 0.3 miles.
Note: Shared access path between patio and lawn.
Note: This property has a good housekeeping bond.
Please note that you cannot charge your electric vehicle at this property, charging facilities are however available locally at well known supermarkets and hotels.
Please note: this property only allows a minimum of 7 night stays between the months of May- August.
Nearby points of interest
- Trearddur Bay Beach
- Porth Dafarch Beach
- RSPB Valley Wetlands
- Anglesey Adventures
- Ucheldre Centre
- Holyhead Maritime Museum
- Parc Gwledig Morglawdd Caergybi Breakwater Country Park
- Goleudy Ynys Lawd Lighthouse
Reviews (21)
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Gareth James
It's location is excellent and only about 10 minutes walk to the beach. Parking is very easy and is directly outside the house. We loved the garden to the rear of the house, especially having somewhere to dry our swimwear and towels. The welcome pack was lovely - thank you for that. All four of us found the beds to be really comfortable. Storage in the bedrooms was also very good. The upstairs was clean and comfortable although, as the bathroom gets very steamed up, there were some black spots on the ceiling that could do with sorting out. On arrival, my husband spent some time cleaning the kitchen - there were crumbs down the side of the hob and around the sink area hadn't been properly cleaned. I also noticed the seal around the worktop/ splash back needs to be thoroughly cleaned or possibly re-sealed (maybe this will happen after the peak holiday season). Another issue we had with the kitchen was the size of the draining board (it is very small for a family of 4). A bigger draining board or a removable tray that drains into the sink would have been greatly appreciated. The living area was comfortable and plenty of space for the 4 of us to sit. Overall, the house was generally clean and in good order. It is light and airy property and is nicely decorated which makes it feel like home. We would love to return for another stay - thank you.
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Brian
There was a shortage of serving dishes and the small roasting pan was rusty in places and well beyond its usefulness. The welcome pack was very useful indeed. Thank you for that. We would not hesitate to book this property again and would highly recommend it.
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Andrew
The bedrooms are narrow and there is not enough room at both sides of the double bed to easily get in and out, especially for anyone with reduced mobility. The location is excellent.