Gardeners Cottage | Holiday Cottage for 2 | Church Bay | Anglesey

Gardener's Cottage

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A romantic bolthole for two set in the woodlands of a private country estate, close to sandy Borthwen beach

Description

Head down a long private drive, into acres of woods to find this Gamekeeper's tucked away in the Carreglwyd Country Estate. This airy and bright holiday cottage for two is set within peaceful surroundings with great views over the Victorian walled kitchen garden for the estate. The woodland walks trail through the mature woodlands and take you past a serene lake.

Pull on your walking boots, pop through the Kissing Gate and just a 20-minute walk over estate land, you will find a hidden gem - Borthwen Bay. A beautiful sandy beach which is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and on the Anglesey Coastal Path. This is a perfect and simple place to enjoy the plentiful and accessible coastline, with its accompanying walks and dramatic views. You can enjoy a walk on the coastal path to Church Bay and stop for lunch at the Wavecrest Café or the legendary Lobster Pot restaurant. Gamekeeper's has a wide appeal for those that love the lull of the waves and the freedom of the sandy, secluded beach, but also like the tranquillity of the woods.

This is a cosy and warm retreat for two. Internally, the kitchen is simple with slate worktops and heated via a Rayburn range. A double bedroom sits off the kitchen with an ensuite shower room with underfloor heating.

The very narrow and steep stairs are crafted from local wood and wind up to a large airy studio living area with open fire and four windows, one with views of the walled garden, the others of trees! Taste wine at the local Anglesey winery or visit the local art galleries, museums and castles. Down the road at Holyhead, take the ferry across to Dublin to sample the excellent seafood and have a great day out shopping. Or just pop to the local shop in the village at the top of Carreglwyd’s sweeping driveway to get a paper and read with only the local woodpecker to disturb the peace.

The Church Bay Inn is just one mile away serving fine ales and even finer views. Gamekeeper’s is also conveniently located to head off to explore the beauty of the Isle of Anglesey, with the majestic Snowdonia mountain range only a thirty-minute drive away.

Please note that the country estate does offer grouse and pheasant shooting so, in the season, this may be noisy for one day each week between September and January.

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Quick info

  • Summary — Sleeps 2 - 3 people with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Gamekeeper's is a small holiday cottage in the woods on a working estate at Carreglwyd. A a short walk from Borthwen beach.
  • Changeover Day — Friday and Monday.
  • Dog-friendly — One medium dog at additional cost of £20 per stay. Please note there may be other dogs on the estate.
  • Suitability — The property is situated over two floors. The bedroom, en-suite bathroom and kitchen are downstairs and the living area is upstairs. Note the stairs are narrow and steep and may not be suitable for the elderly or very young.
  • Bedrooms — Double bedroom on ground floor. Day bed in the sitting room - bedding an extra cost and to be booked well in advance please
  • Bathrooms — Separate en-suite shower room off bedroom with under floor heating.
  • Kitchen — Kitchen with microwave, fridge/small freezer and washing machine. Cooking via Rayburn in winter and Baby Belling small oven with two hob rings in warmer months.
  • Living area — Open plan living area with an open fire and sofa seating for 4. High-density TV/DVD and Freesat. There are very steep wooden stairs to the living area.
  • Outdoors — Small garden, not enclosed. BBQ, table and chairs. Beautiful woodland walks.
  • Children — Not suitable
  • Parking — Parking for two cars outside.
  • WiFi — WiFi at this property
  • Mobile Reception Checker - Please use the postcode provided below. — https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/
  • Postcode — LL65 4NY
  • General — Restaurant and two pubs within two miles. Local shop and public transport within a mile. Please note that the country estate does offer grouse and pheasant shooting so, in the season, this may be noisy for one day each week between September and January.
  • Utilities — All utilities, bed linen and bath towels provided. Please note you will need to bring beach towels. No smoking. Heating via radiator run off the Rayburn in the winter and portable oil filled radiators in warmer months.
  • Booking Details — Please note a 30% deposit (excluding last minute bookings) and a booking fee is required at the time of booking. Balance payment due at least 30 days prior to the start of your holiday.
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What people say about this cottage

Just emailing to say, we have had an amazing stay at the gamekeepers cottage. It is definitely a well equipped hidden gem! It’s like waking up in your very own fairytale! The bluebell woodland on your doorstep is definitely a doggie paradise too! A lovely tranquil environment to totally recharge!


Hi Catherine, just a quick note to say what a fantastic time we had at the Gamekeepers Cottage, the location and the cottage itself is wonderful and yes the weather all week was very good too, which was a real bonus at this time of year! Thank you too for the Barra Brith and the wine on our arrival, a lovely touch and very much appreciated. We hope to return soon!

Penelope Cox 19 May 2023
A little Nirvana in this mad world....

A lovely cottage and so peaceful. This is a magical place and you should be very proud of it. We want to tell everyone how fab it is but want to keep it to ourselves.


A perfect hideaway to celebrate our first wedding anniversary. A sweet little cottage and we will be back!


Location | Llanfaethlu, Anglesey, LL65 4NY

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