Guests say
Windy Ridge is a well-regarded cottage in Holyhead, praised for its peaceful location, beautiful views, and spaciousness. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable seating, and the personal touches from the host. The property's character and homely feel have made for memorable stays, with the sunset views from the decking being a highlight. While some guests noted areas for improvement, the overall sentiment is positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The property generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, with several guests finding it clean and well-maintained. However, a few guests mentioned issues such as musty smells, unhoovered carpets, and unclean cooking pots, which suggests room for improvement in this area.
The location of Windy Ridge is highly praised for its tranquillity, proximity to Treddur Bay, and easy access to the beach and local amenities. The stunning views and private road access contribute to its high rating, despite some comments about the need for better signage.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with ample seating space and cosy bedrooms. The property's character adds to the comfort level, although some guests suggest that modernisation of certain furnishings could enhance the experience.
The facilities at Windy Ridge, including the well-equipped kitchen and additional entertainment options like a pool table and dart board, are appreciated. However, there are remarks about maintenance issues such as the need for lawn care, slippery decking, and the lack of hot water, which affects the score.
The host's thoughtfulness is evident through personal touches like email contact before arrival and a welcome pack, which guests found delightful. While such gestures are appreciated, it is noted that these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A unique holiday cottage ideally placed for a relaxing escape to Wales, Windy Ridge can be found resting in the desirable village of Trearddur Bay, just a stone's throw away from its beautiful beach. Built into the rock face, this spectacular first-floor bungalow offers families and groups of friends a beautiful base on the Isle of Anglesey. Make your way up the stairs to the first floor to be welcomed in by the utility area housing a handy washing machine and tumble dryer, the perfect spot to kick off your walking boots before entering the warmth of the sitting room where a rustic open fire awaits to warm you up after your days of rambling. Unwind on the plush corner sofa, the LCD Smart TV serving all your entertainment needs, or grab a board game from the wide selection and gather in the dining room for an evening of family fun. Make your way into the monochrome kitchen to find all you could need for a week-long stay including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and a dishwasher, being sure to make the most of your countryside surroundings while dining alfresco and soaking in the beautiful views, a glimpse of the nearby windmill crating a beautiful backdrop at any time of the year. Seek out the three well-presented bedrooms after a day of excitement, choosing from two equally appealing double rooms and a triple bunk, a wonderful layout for a variety of group needs. Begin the day by refreshing in the contemporary shower room before stepping amidst the countryside breeze on the private lawned area. Take the short stroll into the centre of the village and find all you could need for a self-catered stay; with two convenience stores for all your picnic needs, pubs, cafés and restaurants, there's no better base for an escape to the Welsh coast. Make the most of Trearddur Bay's beautiful beach, a lovely place to while away the hours bathing, or get stuck into the wide range of watersports popular in the area including canoeing, surfboarding, water skiing, sea fishing and sailing, offering something for every type of adventurer! Porth Diana Beach also lies in close reach too, a popular anchorage for small boats it offers a more idyllic experience, as well as the Porth Diana North Wales Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve making a wonderful walking route no matter the time of year. Enjoy a relaxing game of golf at the Holyhead Golf Club, or join the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path for seascapes like no other. For a fun-filled day further afield take a ferry across to Ireland for the day where the excitement of Dublin awaits you, or venture into mainland Wales and discover the beauty of the Snowdonia National Park. With so much beauty to discover on the Isle of Anglesey itself including the Holyhead Breakwater Country Park, historic Beaumaris and the woodlands of Newborough, Windy Ridge is perfectly located for a memorable escape to Wales.
Trearddur Bay can be found resting on the western shore of Holy Island, amongst the rugged beauty of the Isle of Anglesey in Wales. There is a selection of shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants within the village, as well as it being a prime location for watersports, bathing, sailing, windsurfing and much more along its beautiful beach. Visit the South Stack Lighthouse rspb Reserve for fantastic bird watching opportunities, or explore the nearby wonders of Holyhead, Newborough and Beaumaris .
Accommodation
First-floor bungalow.
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x triple bunk.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Lounge
Electric central heating and open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
WiFi, LCD Smart TV with Netflix and a selection of books, games and DVDs.
Power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for four cars.
Enclosed lawned garden and decking with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Beach 0.5 miles.
Note: The property is accessed via a set of external stairs, which may unfortunately not be suitable for the elderly or infirm.
Please Note: You will need to bring your own towels to this property - including hand towels.
Please Note: This Property only accept bookings of 7,14, 21 or 28 nights.
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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Janet
Close to the beach and shops. Beautiful views of the sunset and sunrise from the veranda. Thoughtful welcome pack from the owners. Kitchen very well stocked with lots of extra crockery and cooking utensils. Beach toys in the garage. Well laid out communal areas (lounge and dining area) for 6 adults. Great for our toddler as all rooms are on one floor with a lovely garden to play in. We would highly recommend.
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Jane
Last part of track to property very rough. Lots of decking around with some needing attention. Electric water taps tricky to control. Biggest downside for me was only being able to access outside seating area from front door via a rocky path and not being able to see out of lounge windows when sitting. The views were lovely though you cannot see the sea from the property.
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Anne
Lovely views. Walking distance to beach. However the outside of the property was hazardous. Some of the boarding was rotten and some fencing not secure. Uneven rocky ground or many steps to access garden where the grass looked like it had not been cut for some time. The main steps to the porch door and the decking were very slippery, especially after rain. Not really suitable for small children or infirm