Gorphwysfa is a well-loved cottage in Anglesey, praised for its stunning location, beautiful views, and proximity to the beach. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, modern kitchen, and private gardens. The unique upstairs lounge is a highlight, offering breathtaking views. While most find the property comfortable and well-equipped, a few noted cleanliness issues and suggested minor improvements.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and well-maintained, with several specifically mentioning its spotless condition. However, there were a few reports of cleanliness issues, including mould in the bathroom, stained linen, and a general need for a refresh in some areas.
The location is highly praised for its peace, stunning views, and proximity to the beach and coastal paths. The remote setting adds to the tranquillity, although the steep access road is noted. The scenic surroundings contribute to a serene holiday experience.
Guests generally find the cottage comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and cosy rooms. The presence of an upstairs snug is appreciated. Some guests suggested the addition of rugs and non-slip mats for extra cosiness and safety.
The property is well-regarded for its facilities, including a modern kitchen and tiered garden. However, some guests mentioned non-working outside lights and the inability to use the wood burner. An EV charge point is a welcome addition for some.
While guests have had positive experiences, there is insufficient information to assess the level of thoughtfulness in terms of gifts or special touches provided by the host. Therefore, this score cannot be accurately determined.
Beaumaris 4.3 miles. Gorphwysfa’s name perfectly fits its peaceful location and meaning of ‘resting place’. Just a stone’s throw from the beach with every window in the front of the house boasting a wonderful sea view, Gorphwysfa is a charming, stone-built, detached cottage on the beautiful Isle of Anglesey in North Wales. With delightful, terraced gardens and stunning sea views, this pretty Llanddona cottage is spread over three floors offering attractive and traditional accommodation for your Anglesey adventures. Enjoy rustling up delicious meals in the new contemporary kitchen, with all the essential appliances and more to get you feeling inspired, whilst the first-floor sitting room offers full panoramic views over Landdonna beach and Red Wharf Bay; perfect for enjoying the amazing sunsets. There is a separate dining room with a rustic feature fireplace and patio doors out to the garden for balmy summer evenings. Relax in the welcoming sitting room which boasts a woodburning stove within the large stone inglenook fireplace, perfect for warming you up on a cool winter day, with sofas to sit on while you enjoy watching TV or relish conversation with loved ones. There are four, well-presented double bedrooms at this Anglesey holiday home with the master bedroom comprising of a king-size bed and featuring an en-suite bathroom, whilst a family bathroom offers a lovely space to freshen up serving the remaining three bedrooms. Outside, this Anglesey cottage is home to a beautiful, terraced garden offering a patio area and lawns with shrubbery beds and fruit bushes, along with extensive coastal views, making it an ideal spot for alfresco dining with a view.
The property is accessed via two alternative single lane roads with passing places, steep in sections, leading down to the beach.
LLanddona is famous for its magnificent blue flag beach accessible from the property in just a short walk away. Enjoy miles of scenic coastal walks offering stunning vistas whatever the weather. Get the tide just right and enjoy a beautiful walk to Red Wharf Bay. Visit the town of Beaumaris to see Beaumaris Gaol, a Victorian jail home to original artefacts from that era including a tread wheel, along with Beaumaris Castle, The Old Court Museum, and the Victorian pier. Book a Seacoast Safari over to Puffin Island for a wonderful experience cruising out of the Menai Strait to spot some beautiful birds and marine life, even spotting dolphins and seals if you’re lucky! The Eryri National Park can be easily reached via a scenic car journey where you will find plenty of walking routes and some of Wales’s most incredible scenery! Whether it be holidaying with a partner, family, or friends, Gorphwysfa is the place to offer a lovely break.
Beaumaris is a well known historic town on the Isle of Anglesey situated on the Menai Strait and overlooking the Snowdonia mountain range, making for the most stunning of sunrises. With its medieval castle (now a World Heritage site) dating back to the reign of Edward I and its Victorian pier, gaol and courthouse, it is also known as a major centre for yachting. Beaumaris is rich in history and retains much of its medieval street pattern. It’s setting, diversity of architectural styles and periods, differing scale, open spaces, varying roofs and overall quality contribute greatly to the town’s character. There is a good selection of shops, restaurants and public houses, as well as fishing opportunities and boat trips in the town, plus a golf course nearby. Along the coast is a large bay called Red Wharf Bay; its Welsh name is Traeth Coch (Red Beach) and the area is renowned for its glorious sunsets. The bay is very shallow and at low tide, almost 25 square kilometres (10 sq. mi.) of sand is uncovered providing safe bathing, perfect for wonderful family fun, fishing and miles of stunning scenic walks. Further afield is the port of Holyhead, which has regular ferry links to Dublin. Beaumaris is a good central base for touring Wales, in a beautiful location on the south coast of the picturesque Isle of Anglesey, within easy reach of the spectacular mountains of Snowdonia.
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double, 2 x second-floor double (sloped ceilings).
Family bathroom with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility includes; a washing machine, sink and drainer, ironing board with iron and clothes airer.
Dining room.
Sitting room with wood-burning stove.
First-floor sitting room with panoramic sea views
Oil central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor.
Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer.
TV with FreeSat, DVD player, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and DVDs.
Log basket filled with dry logs etc as 'starter pack' for wood-burning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Front terraced lawned garden with steps, seating table and chairs for outside dining.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Local Pub 0.9 miles and near by convenience store is 3.3 miles.
Home delivery shopping by Waitrose, Tesco or alike is available.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Judith
Our second visit and it was fabulous beautiful tasteful decor and great comfort not to mention the garden and view hope to be back next year thank you
Margaret
Had some problems bathing etc, showers very slippery, no handles on bath for us oldies
The Parry/Hughes Family
My 4 year old Grandson loved the house & beach & didn't want to go home! Could have sat outside in the garden or in upstairs lounge all day watching birds & butterflies in garden listening to the sun & incredible views. Thrilled to see a red squirrel in the garden. Thank you!
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