Guests say
Pencraig is a well-liked cottage in Trearddur Bay, praised for its superb location, spaciousness, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests enjoy the hot tub and the property's proximity to the beach and local amenities. While some maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests looking to return.
Cleanliness has received mixed feedback. Some guests reported the property was not cleaned to a high standard, with issues like food on plates and full bins upon arrival. However, others found it to be clean and tidy, which suggests inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for being quiet yet within walking distance to Trearddur Bay and local amenities. Its proximity to the beach and main roads is seen as a significant advantage by many guests.
Comfort is generally well-regarded, with guests finding the beds comfortable and the property spacious. However, some guests noted wear and tear on furniture and issues with blinds and doors, indicating a need for updates to maintain comfort levels.
Facilities are appreciated, especially the well-stocked kitchen and the hot tub. Nonetheless, there are several reports of maintenance issues such as broken handles, poorly lit outdoor areas, and non-functional computers, which detract from the overall experience.
Guests have mentioned thoughtful touches like a bottle of bubbles and chocolates on arrival, which contribute to a welcoming atmosphere. However, it's important to note that such gestures are not guaranteed and may vary with each stay.
About this property
This refurbished family bungalow, located on a quiet lane in Trearddur Bay, has been tastefully decorated and furnished. It has all the mod cons you need for a wonderful, relaxing holiday in North Wales.
The warm and welcoming sitting room has a dining table to seat ten at one end and sliding glass doors leading to the conservatory at the other. It is tastefully decorated in calming, soft colours with comfy squishy sofas and a wood burning stove. There is a flatscreen TV and DVD/Blu ray player.
The contemporary high gloss white kitchen has garden views. It is well equipped with an electric hob, oven and grill, microwave, and integrated fridge and freezer.
The small utility room has a washer/dryer.
The lovely conservatory has comfy seating. It leads out onto the private decking where you will find a warm, bubbling hot tub to wind away the stresses and strains of modern life!
There are five thoughtfully furnished bedrooms with lovely comfy beds. These include a double with single bunk over, a superking (with en-suite bathroom with loo, wash hand basin, shower with drencher head and hand held attachment), a king size, and a further twin room with zip n link beds which can be made up as two singles or as a large double. Two of the bedrooms have a TV/DVD player.
There is a lovely modern family bathroom with a wash hand basin, heated towel rail, loo and a bath with shower over.
The enclosed lawned rear garden has decking and a hot tub to relax in. There is a lawned garden at the front with parking for 2 -3 cars and a lockable storage shed for kayaks, bikes and inflatables.
Guests are advised that as the hot tub needs to be cleaned and emptied for each new set of guests, the water may not be fully up to temperature on the first evening of their stay.
Pencraig is a spacious bungalow, great for two families or friends wanting to holiday together. The enclosed garden offers you privacy to enjoy the sunshine, while children and pets can safely keep themselves busy. Complete with a patio area, ideal for enjoying alfresco meals after a busy day at the beach, and even your own hot tub to soak and relax in.
Located on the west coast of Anglesey, Pencraig holiday house is just a two-minute drive to the seaside village of Trearddur Bay boasting a blue flag beach, rock pools, beautiful scenery and gastro pubs. Try The Seacroft and The White Eagle in Rhoscolyn - both well worth a visit!
The beds will be made made up as advertised, if you would like a different bed configuration please contact Menai Holidays 7 days before your arrival.
Trearddur Bay is situated on the western shore of Holy Island. It’s truly beautiful - a great sweep of low grassy coastline indented with rocky coves and fine sandy beaches (European Blue Flag). Watersports, bathing, sailing and windsurfing are the main activities in the summer months and golfers will enjoy the excellent Holyhead 18 hole links golf course. It’s a great place for nature lovers with renowned birdwatching at the South Stack Lighthouse rspb Reserve and lots of rock pools and cliff top walks to explore. There are shops, pubs and restaurants in Trearddur Bay itself and nearby Holyhead offers a wider range of amenities, including a very good leisure centre, an interesting harbour front, a marina, the world’s second longest breakwater and exciting day trips to Dublin on the ferry. The Maritime Museum in Holyhead has an excellent cafe and the beautiful Holyhead Breakwater Country Park has walks for you to enjoy. Further afield there is the stunning Newborough with its excellent woodland and beach and Beaumaris with its town and castle. A great location with plenty to see and do!
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x superking, 1 x king, 1 x twin (zip/link option can be made as a king by request), 1 x double with single over, 1 x twin.
Family bathroom with bath and shower over, WC, handwash basin.
Ensuite with shower with drencher head and hand held attachment, WC, handwash basin.
Kitchen with Electric hob, oven & grill, microwave, integrated fridge and freezer.
Sitting room sofas and a wood burning stove, flatscreen Tv, DVD/Blu ray player, dining table to seat ten, doors lead to conservatory.
Enclosed lawned rear garden with decking and a hot tub (additional extra), lawned garden at the front with parking for 2 - 3 cars.
Lockable storage shed for kayaks, bikes and inflatables.
WiFi, woodburning stove, initial supply of kindling and logs, Flatscreen TV, microwave, fridge freezer, travel cot (no linen), high chair, enclosed garden, garden furniture, off road parking.
Hot tub available for additional £200 (please call to request prior to your stay).
Eateries 2 minute drive away.
Supermarket less than 10 minute drive away.
2 well behaved dogs welcome.
Note: There is a ramp at the front door suitable for wheelchairs, there is a walk in shower with folding stool.
Note: This house does not accept stag, hen, or similar parties.
No short breaks July - September.
No short breaks over Christmas and New Year.
Reviews (30)
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Shona
Had a problem with hot tub but it was checked over the day I phoned not sorted till following day then not allowed in till next day, when I spoke to the lady owner she couldnât be any more helpful and reimbursed me the money I paid extra for it, we all had a great stay and everything in bungalow that we needed, it in a lovely area and would recommend it for a family holiday
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Louise
Absolutely fantastic holiday the bungalow made the holiday and use of hot tub was fab would definitely stay and recommend this place if you want all the luxuries of home beach 4 mins by car and shops on your doorstep book it fantastic restaurants near but book them early
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Judith
Spacious clean, great base to explore from. I would recommend the hot tub We had three young children with us so it was great to relax in once they had gone to bed. I cannot recommend this property enough All nine of us plus our dog loved it. Thank you.