“Brilliant Property!”
My wife and I are frequent visitors to Trearddur Bay and have stayed in many different properties there over the years. Now that our children are grown up and it is just the two of us we needed a fairly small property but somewhere that was near to the centre of Trearddur. 24 Isallt Lodges certainly ticked all the boxes for us!
When you arrive you will find there are plenty of parking spaces and the first-floor apartment-style flat is easily accessed by outside steps.
Inside you will find three good-sized bedrooms, all with ample storage. Two are doubles and the other is a single. The single room would be more suited to a child than an adult as the hanging space is not really suited to adult-sized clothes. The beds were very comfortable and everywhere was very clean (except a little bit of the bathroom - see below!). The towels and bed linen were included in the price.
The kitchen/lounge/dining area are all in one room, but the room is of sufficient size for it not to feel cluttered. There is a dining table and chairs for 5 people, plus two roomy leather sofas and a comfy chair. There is a great flat-screen TV, plus free WiFi and a Blu-Ray/DVD player (there is also a CD player but we didn't use it). The kitchen is very well-equipped, with fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and oven/hob (the washer/drier is in a cubby-hole in the hall), and all the usual crockery/utensils/pots and pans. We were also supplied with tea and coffee, dishwasher tablets, tea towels and dishcloth, kitchen roll and washing-up liquid.
In a cupboard in the corner of the lounge there are clothes airers, iron/ironing board and a few games, but I was surprised there was no hoover; although we don't come on holiday to do housework, inevitably there will be sand and crumbs and such like on the carpet that we always like to vacuum up before we leave. But never mind - one less thing to do on your final morning!
The bathroom was a good size, with bath, electric shower, toilet, sink, vanity unit, shaver points and extractor fan, but if anything this was the room that for me was a little disappointing. There was only 1 toilet roll (so you will most likely have to buy some more) and the shower curtain was only just long enough to stop water going on the floor (either the rail needs dropping a couple of inches or they need a longer curtain!). The pipework and skirting board needed a good dusting, and there was no bath mat, so take care when you are in the shower - it's not dangerous, just something to be aware of. However these are very minor things that in no way spoilt our stay.
Around Isallt Lodges there are some communal lawns, but to be honest if you want to be outdoors (and who wouldn't in Anglesey?!) just walk 5 minutes down the road to the terrific Blue Flag beach. For those not familiar with Trearddur Bay there is also a Lifeboat Station, a selection of fab restaurants (including a Chinese) and a couple of shops. Holyhead is just up the road with a Tesco and a Morrisons for your shopping, plus a golf course, leisure centre and various takeaways. There is also the marina and the Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead Mountain, and a short drive away is the stunning South Stack lighthouse (which you can buy a ticket to go up, but be warned - there are LOTS of steps to go down to the lighthouse and to come back up again!). South Stack is great for bird watching, so don't forget your binoculars.
We booked this property through Sykes Cottages and got what we felt was excellent value for money. Please note there are no pets allowed at Isallt Lodges (but there are a few very friendly cats in the vicinity!). All the locals are very friendly too.
As I've said this ticked all the boxes for us, and we will definitely be booking for next year. If you are a couple or a small family and are looking for a comfortable, clean and well-located property that isn't over-sized or over-priced, this could tick the boxes for you too.
A brilliant property - can't wait to go back!
Brian and Claire Parker.
The property
Superbly located for a memorable seaside holiday, this modern, first floor apartment has been delightfully styled to offer a superb base for your Trearddur Bay getaway.
The cottage benefits from a private external staircase to the front door and small decked balcony, and as you step inside you will appreciate the effort the owners have put into making the property feel warm and welcoming.
The living space is open plan, with a comfy sitting room with three piece suite and latest Smart TV and WiFi to allow you to watch your favourite programs uninterrupted.
The kitchen is well equipped and fully fitted, opening onto a comfortable dining area to sit and socialise whilst planning exciting activities for the coming days and enjoying views out from the full-length picture window.
There are three bedrooms here, comprising two doubles and a single room, along with a family bathroom, ensuring a fabulous stay for your family or group of friends.
The gardens are communal lawns where you can sit on the grass, relax and sunbathe, or just enjoy the small balcony with a cup of coffee.
Whilst staying in Trearddur Bay, why not explore the Anglesey Coastal Path, walking towards South Stack Lighthouse, or even nip to Holyhead ferries and travel across to the Emerald Isle for a fabulous day trip to Dublin?
A wonderful coastal holiday destination, perfect for the children all year round.
Accommodation
All first floor with external staircase. Three bedrooms: 2 x double 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Amenities
- Electric panel heating
- Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi
- Heating and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent (please bring own beach towels)
- Off road parking for 2 cars in shared car park on a first come, first served basis
- Shared lawned gardens
- Small balcony at top of stairs
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shops and pubs 10 mins walk
- Coast and Anglesey Coastal Path 4 mins walk
- Note: Half sloping ceilings in bedrooms, restricted head height to side of room
- Note: Property accessed via 14 external steps.
About the location
TREARDDUR BAY
Holyhead 2 miles.
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 to both South and North Stack. Further afield there is the stunning Red Wharf Bay with its excellent beach and Beaumaris with its town and castle. A great location with plenty to see and do!
Region Information
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas