Guests say
Mermaid Cottage in Brynsiencyn boasts stunning views and a peaceful location, highly praised by guests. The property is well-received for its cleanliness, comfortable rooms, and proximity to local attractions. While some maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is one of relaxation and enjoyment, with many guests eager to return.
The majority of guests found Mermaid Cottage to be very clean, with several reviews highlighting its spotlessness. However, a few mentions of a damp smell and occasional slugs suggest room for improvement in managing moisture.
The location is consistently lauded for its tranquility, stunning views of the Menai Strait and Snowdonia, and proximity to attractions. It serves as an excellent base for exploring Anglesey and the surrounding areas.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, particularly praising the views and the newly refurbished areas. Some reviews, however, mention the need for more supportive mattresses and more comfortable lounge furniture.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the updated bathroom and kitchen appliances. Criticisms include the lack of a dishwasher, broken outdoor furniture, and some outdated elements. Maintenance responsiveness to feedback appears to be an area for improvement.
While guests appreciate the overall experience, there is insufficient information regarding thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts to accurately assess this category. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
This delightful holiday cottage provides excellent family holiday accommodation for all seasons of the year. Sitting just behind the Menai Strait, on Anglesey, it commands lovely views.
The kitchen is bright and well planned, with an electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and Dolce Gusto coffee maker (bring your own pods).
The fantastic views can be appreciated from the French doors of the sitting room, which is furnished with a comfortable leather sofa and chairs. There is a dining area to one side.
The main bedroom has an en suite shower room with loo and wash basin.
There are two further bedrooms and a family bathroom with a luxurious corner bath with shower, wash basin and loo.
There is a cloakroom with loo and wash basin.
While Mermaid Cottage is mostly level inside, the access to the property itself is up 12 stone steps.
The views from the lawned garden are spectacular - with the Menai Strait on your doorstep, Caernarfon and its castle across the water, and the mountains of Snowdonia forming a magical backdrop.
Only a short walk away you will find the Anglesey Sea Zoo, Foel Restaurant, Foel Farm Park and Chocolate Factory, and the Tal y Foel Riding Centre. Birdwatchers will love the variety of birds, and there are many local golf courses and stunning beaches.
A small village nestled on the banks of the Menai Straits on the Isle of Anglesey. Brynsiencyn is small yet delightful, hosting a shop, Post Office, a lovely village pub, a cafe and a takeaway. The village boasts some incredible views towards the delightful town of Caernarfon over the Menai Straits and even the dominant Snowdonia Mountain Range in the distance. There is plenty to do on the thriving island of Anglesey, the popular attractions of Anglesey Sea Zoo and Foel Farm are just a stones throw away, apart from this there are tonnes of spectacular beaches and history to be discovered. The tourist destinations of Beaumaris, Bangor and Caernarfon are all nearby and are all well worth a visit.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with corner bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom.
Living room with dining and sitting area
Heating.
Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, Dolce Gusto coffee machine, toaster.
TV, Freeview, CD player, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request, please bring own linen.
Front and side garden with lawn, shrubs and furniture.
Off-road parking.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 4 miles, pub 2 miles, beach 6.3 miles.
Note: Towels not provided please bring your own.
Note: Please request highchair on booking if needed.
Note: While Mermaid Cottage is mostly level inside, the access to the property itself is up 12 stone steps
Nearby points of interest
- Caernarfon Castle
- Penrhyn Castle
- National Slate Museum
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- RSPB Valley Wetlands
Reviews (40)
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Natasha
The cottage is decorated well and we had a really comfortable stay. The only issue was that there is some damp which encourages couple of slugs and some wood lice in. Overall, we were really pleased with the cottage and will definitely return.
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Katherine
Impressive refurbishment. Tastefully decorated and furnished throughout. A very peaceful and tranquil holiday. We will be back again.
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Heidi
We were there with three young children and they liked it. It's right next to the Sea Zoo and Foel Farm too which was handy on rainy days. Caernarfon Castle is right opposite the house too across the Menai. Lovely house and the Welsh tea and welsh cakes on arrival were great too. A dishwasher would have helped us as we were a group of 6 and the house was a bit damp in places but we would love to stay again and it's easy to explore all of Angelsey from here. Newborough beach was amazing and close by and we also spent a few days on the beach at Bennlech and Trearddur Bay too. Would recommend, great peaceful location!