Guests say
Gorffwysfa is a well-received cottage praised for its immaculate condition, spaciousness, and beautiful garden. Its location is ideal for exploring Anglesey, with easy access to beaches and local amenities. Guests appreciate the warm welcome, including thoughtful touches and a well-equipped space, contributing to a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be spotless and well-maintained. One isolated report of cleanliness issues in the ensuite and garden furniture suggests room for improvement, but overall, the high standards are evident.
The cottage's location is consistently praised for its convenience and proximity to local attractions, shops, and beaches, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with ample space and cosy furnishings. The presence of two bathrooms is appreciated, although one comment about the master bedroom's accessibility indicates that comfort could be further enhanced for guests with mobility issues.
Facilities are generally regarded as excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen and garden. However, a few remarks about the need for a heated towel rail and the condition of garden furniture suggest some areas could benefit from attention.
Many guests mention receiving a warm welcome with gifts such as wine and cakes, which adds to the cottage's charm. However, it's important to note that such gifts, while appreciated, are offered at the discretion of the host and may not be a consistent feature for all stays.
About this property
Gorffwysfa is a cheerful holiday cottage in the popular seaside town of Trearddur Bay on Anglesey. The interior is compact and offers relaxing bedrooms and a choice of sitting areas. The outside space is equally relaxing and tranquil - make sure you get some time chilling out here with your morning cuppa or evening glass of wine!
The sitting room is towards the back of the cottage and has comfy sofas around a gas log burner effect fire, as well as a TV and DVD player.
The small but perfectly formed kitchen has an electric oven and hob, microwave, kettle and toaster. There is an outside utility room that has the fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.
The dining area has a wood burning stove, room to seat four people for meals and even a sofa to cosy up on with a good book.
There’s also a separate snug room with an antique piano, a daybed and a desk.
The two bedrooms are sweet and one has an ensuite shower room with double basin vanity unit and loo.
The family bathroom has a bath with shower over, loo and hand basin.
Step outside to see the enclosed garden with pretty planting, a lawned area and furniture for sitting out on.At the front there is gate access with a covered area which is great for storing bicycles, boards or kayaks.
Gorffwysfa sits on the western coast of Anglesey and you’re a stone’s throw from both Four Mile Bridge or Pont Rhydybont. From the holiday cottage you can very nearly step directly onto the Anglesey Coastal Footpath, making it ideal for walkers. Watersports, fishing, golfing and cycling are also popular pastimes in this part of Anglesey. The sandy beaches at Rhoscolyn and Trearddur Bay are both within three miles. Places to eat and drink are also very close by.
Valley is a popular village on the north west coast of Anglesey. It is on the Anglesey Coastal Path with plenty of wonderfully scenic walks. The village boasts a variety of shops and restaurants, two hotels and a café, and is only four miles from the renowned beach resort of Trearddur Bay and Rhoscolyn. Here you will find a beautiful sweep of grassy coastline with rocky coves and award-winning sandy beaches, as well as a choice of shops, pubs and restaurants. Other nearby attractions include the South Stack Lighthouse with its rspb Reserve, the port of Holyhead, with its regular ferry links with Dublin in Ireland, and easy access to the coast road around Anglesey with delightful beaches to visit and a host of other attractions to please the most discerning of visitors.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x double ensuite.
Two bathrooms: 1 x Bath and shower over, loo and basin, 1 x ensuite shower room with double basin and loo.
Sitting room with gas log burner effect fire.
Night Storage Heaters, electric oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV, DVD player, Bed linen and towels provided, Woodburning stove, enclosed garden, high chair, travel cot (no linen).
Shops, pub and cafes 3 miles.
Note: Initial supply of kindling and logs, further supplies available locally.
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
Reviews (37)
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Martin
Home from home wife and kids really happy I'm really happy stayed here before great base for all the surrounding activities just wish it was my house
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Janet
Clean and comfortable.
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Sue
Very well equipped, very comfortable with a lovely garden. An excellent base to explore Anglesey. We very much appreciated the welcome gift and the friendly and helpful communication. Would definitely come back again! Thank you.