Guests say
Cowrie Cottage is praised for its stunning beachfront location and comfortable beds, offering a fully equipped kitchen and ample parking. Guests feel at home and enjoy the local area, though some maintenance issues are noted.
The property was described as spotlessly clean on arrival, indicating a high level of cleanliness. However, no further details are provided to assess consistency across all reviews.
The location is consistently lauded for its beauty and proximity to the beach, with stunning views and local amenities enhancing the experience.
The beds are mentioned as super comfy and the property provides a relaxing environment. However, the sloping roof presents challenges for taller individuals and those with mobility issues.
While the property offers a range of facilities, several maintenance issues are highlighted, such as decking hazards, loose bathroom fixtures, and problematic door locks, indicating a need for improvement.
There is no mention of gifts or additional thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Nestled in the seaside village of Rhosneigr, a charming settlement on the Isle of Anglesey, rests this gorgeous, four-bedroom holiday home, Cowrie Cottage. Boasting off-road parking, tastefully-presented interiors, and a superb positioning to amenities and the coastline, this fabulous property welcomes eight guests and their two well-behaved dogs for a relaxing beach holiday in one of Wales’s most sought after getaway spots. Step into your new home and be greeted by a variety of well-appointed living areas, including an immaculately-laid out open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting area, complete with a dining table for six, a sleek, wall-mounted Smart TV, and a woodburning stove that will keep you and your loved ones warm whilst you gather on the sofas to catch up on the day’s events. Outside, there is a furnished decking in the lawned garden, where you can raise a glass of wine to toast your holiday as the dogs play safely. When sleep calls, four plush bedrooms, including a double with en-suite shower room, await to whisk you off to a night of well-earned rest. If you can tear yourself away from your tranquil new lodgings, make the brief walk into Rhosneigr proper to get a better feel of your surroundings. Stock up on essentials at the One Stop, treat the family to an ice cream at Chaplin's Ice Cream & Coffee Bar, settle down for a tasty meal at the pet-friendly Sandy Mount House, or even just take a peaceful stroll along the lush, golden sands of Traeth Crigyll. If you want to make a day of it, make the car journey east into the mainland to explore what the Snowdonia National Park has to offer – traverse the historic site of Gelert's Grave, become one with nature at Rhaeadr Y Graig Lwyd, or hop onboard a ride at the Bala Lake Railway. Perfect any time of year, you’ll never run out of exciting things to do and see during your stay at Cowrie Cottage.
On Anglesey's stunning west coast, the well-liked seaside community of Rhosneigr is well-known for its breathtaking cliffs and magnificent sandy beaches. The settlement has a rich history that includes a chapel from the sixth century, stories of smugglers, well-known offshore shipwrecks, and its status as a chic vacation spot since the Edwardian era. It is currently recognised for its beautiful beaches and world-class watersports, offering some of the UK's best windsurfing and kitesurfing, with instruction accessible in the hamlet. Fishing, sailing, sand yachting, wreck diving, golf, and hours of family entertainment on the expansive sandy beaches are among the activities available. The market towns of Llangefni and Holyhead, which serve as the starting point for day trips to Dublin, as well as the city of Bangor are all conveniently located nearby. The hamlet itself has a number of pubs, restaurants, and stores. The RAF Valley, famous for housing Prince William's Air Sea Rescue training facility, is close to Rhosneigr. While Pili Palas Butterfly Farm, Anglesey Sea Zoo, and Beaumaris Castle all on the island, the Anglesey Race Circuit is also nearby and fantastic for fans of car and motorcycle racing. Observe nesting puffins and guillemots on boat tours around Puffin Island, or travel to the mainland to explore Victorian Llandudno's shops, eateries, and dry ski slope, the Snowdonia mountains, and the beaches of the Llyn Peninsula.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Utility
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV with Freesat, DVD player and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Garden with decking and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.5 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- RSPB Valley Wetlands
- Trearddur Bay Beach
- Porth Dafarch Beach
- Anglesey Adventures
- Ucheldre Centre
- Holyhead Maritime Museum
- Parc Gwledig Morglawdd Caergybi Breakwater Country Park
- Goleudy Ynys Lawd Lighthouse
- Caernarfon Castle
Reviews (5)
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Mike
The refridgerator door was hanging loose and the oven above the main oven missing, a significant amount of crockery was chipped and unusable and there was no freezer as advertised. The decking was in very poor condition and presented several trip hazards. The mirror in the bathroom had a rusty frame and would not illuminate and the door onto the balcony was jammed and not lockable these are just some of the issues we came accross. On our second night there we decided to light the wood burner, after a short time the room filled with smoke which highlighted a more dangerous issue THE POORLY POSITIONED SMOKE ALARM DID NOT OPERATE and there is no Carbon Monoxide alarm present which is a legal requirment. These matters were reported the next day to Michelle at Menai Holidays. On Tuesday the maintainance man Zebs arrived ,we pointed out the problem with the woodburner which was due to a broken door seal , he told us not to use the burner untill it was repaired. He also told us that the cottage had recently changed owners and had not had any repairs done for some time under the previous owner.No repairs were carried out by Zebs at that time. Due to these issues and the radiators in the bedrooms NOT WORKING, my son and his wife who had their baby and 6 year old with them decided not to stay any longer and left after 3 days. We also cut our break short due to being so disillusioned with the property. I can only summise that this property has not been inspected in a long time as it in no way represents the advertised pictures or description
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David
The situation is fantastic. The sloping roof means a lot of bending to get into bed. The key bunch may work but we could not find out which did what. There were 2 cracked glasses which were thrown away. The beds were comfortable but the slats in some beds required replacing. There is no freezer compartment in the kitchen. There was plenty of hot water but give it time to come through. There was a lack of mirrors in the bathrooms and the strip light in the en suite did not work. However the holiday was a great success and the position made up for a lot.
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Trevor
The window is stuck and will not open. The slats in the bed (next to bathroom) had come out of the guide on the side next to door and the fabric restrain is broken. I have refitted the wooden slats. The decking is rotten in places with fixing screws sticking up creating a serious safety hazard. The return spring on the back door handle is broken. The front door lock is difficult to operate on one door whilst the other is solid and will not move. The lower fridge door is loose and its guide is broken so it flaps about. The stairs creak especially the one on the half way down landing. Significant maintenance is required. Overall we had a great holiday probably due to the excellent weather.