The Cable is an enchanting family holiday house tucked away on a secluded and magical bay. With the beach as the garden, this is the sort of place that you long for but seldom find. Perched as close as it can get to the beach and shielded by majestic headlands, this seaside bolthole in Church Bay will steal your heart away. With direct access to the beach, you can be first to tumble out of bed to have that early, salty swim or surf! Or just jump into the hot tub.
Full Description
A twisty lane leads to this coastal treasure which is steeped in history. So park up next to the lawn, breath in the salty air and the views as you stroll down the stone flagstones to your cottage. Cable Cottage is sturdy, built from Welsh stone and has walls to withstand a storm or two. It is anchored to the site like the huge cable it sits next to that was installed by its very foundations in 1871. The transatlantic cable was laid from this beach to Dublin to allow messages to be sent quickly. For the curious, the undersea cable is still there and can be partially seen under the beach if you seek it out.
The Cable has been beautifully revived since then to now and become a blissful bolthole by the sea. You'll be smitten the moment you step in. Enter the light-filled hallway with the ship-panelled walls and beautifully crafted steps with brass rails leading to the first floor. These beautiful features are believed to have been saved from the HMS Mauretania.
The children can scamper as you relax in the big farmhouse kitchen, a sociable and bright room with wooden floors designed for feeding the crowds. Sunlight floods in through the arched windows and the views over the lawn provide food for thought. It is fabulously equipped and large enough for cooks to thrive and have helpers too! A grand table to seat eight, a dresser laden with crockery, a battery of pans and a cosy AGA provide a dream place to linger over the seafood (what else?) recipes. A great coffee maker and beans will help kickstart the day...
Load the log burner in the elegant sitting room with panelled walls painted in a soft pastels. The plump sofas are perfect and wait until you see the view! The best window seat in the house is cushion-ready and waiting for dreamy searches for that ubiquitous sea horse. Watch the waves crashing on the beach below tucked up on a stormy day. Next door is a little games or reading room with table and chairs and fantastic views of the bay - the telescope helps. It will be difficult to read one of the books on offer with the watery views as competition!
A ground floor king bedroom has a finely dressed bed and light dances in through two windows facing the gardens. The little old-fashioned sink is a handy addition but never fear, there is a shower room next door. Light cascades through the two large garden windows of the twin room along the hall with crisp white bedding. With a family bathroom next door, a luxurious soak is a step away. And for those who prefer a power shower, down the hallway is that fully tiled wet room.
Head up the steep steps to find two single beds tucked up under the eaves which are perfect to hunker down in with only the noise of the sea and the wind to disturb you. Gaze out to coastal treasures out of the window and tumble out of bed to enjoy the beach at low tide. Connected to this room is a king bedroom with a folding door for privacy. A perfect hideaway to drift off under the duvet to the sound of the waves. Fling open the window and drink in the views with fresh air off the Irish Sea and light dancing in off the waves. A great bolthole for the older children for fun and games away from the grown-ups!
Outside a table with seating is poised for you to enjoy the waves or sit under the pergola by the stream. Spot the seals as you dwell in the hot tub with views of the ocean and rinse off at the outside shower.
Features
- In a town/village
- Hot tub, pool or sauna
- Sea View
- Close to beach (<1mile)
- Summary Sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms and 1 shower room. Right on the beach with a hot tub
- Dogs Two well-behaved dogs welcome. There is an additional charge of £20 per dog per stay. Please note the garden is not enclosed. There is an outside tap
- Bedrooms Ground Floor: Bedroom 1 with king size bed and basin. Bedroom 2 with two single beds. First Floor (in eaves): Bedroom 3 with a king bed and a door across to Bedroom 4 (see photos). Bedroom 4 has two single beds - the king bedroom and twin bedroom are connected (i.e. not private).
- Bathrooms Ground Floor: Bathroom next to bedroom 1 with bath/shower over. Walk in wet room with shower next to bedroom 1. Bathroom with shower next to bedroom 2. Please note all bathrooms/ WC are on the ground floor.
- Kitchen Fully equipped kitchen with AGA, electric hob, Delonghi bean to cup coffee maker, microwave, kettle and toaster. Fridge and a separate under-counter freezer Large kitchen table seats 8 comfortably.
- Reception rooms Three large sofas, window seats, log burner, TV/DVD with Freeview, wonderful sea views and books. Spyglass room small table and chairs, games and books.
- Accessibility Please note this property is right on the beach so children and dogs must be supervised at all times. There are two quite steep steps up to the entrance door. The stairs up to the first floor are steep.
- Outside Hot Tub (included in the rental early Apr - end Oct, but an additional £220 Nov-early Apr). Seating area at front with sea views-picnic bench. Outside tap and shower. Note a public footpath is located in front of the property.
- Parking Plenty of private off road parking.
- Children Travel cot (no bedding) and highchair available upon request at time of booking.
- Bikes Storage in the shed which can lock. If launching a boat from the beach please ensure you check the tide times for the area.
- Wifi Available - from Jan 2025
- Postcode LL65 4HA
- Utilities All utilities, linen and bath towels provided. Towels for the hot tub are provided.Please note you will need to bring beach towels. No smoking. Heating is via radiators and an oil boiler
Location
The garden leads down to the water and from here, for those with the inclination for more views, the Coastal Path stretches away in both directions to two stunning beaches. Wild, rugged and astonishingly stunning, the walk takes you to Church Bay with its famous Lobster Pot Restaurant. The Wavecrest Cafe here has ice creams and perfect cream scones. The other clifftop path takes you along with its stunning views to Borthwen Beach (Porth Trywyn), with its sandy expanses and rock pools.
The Church Bay Inn is not too far away with a fine welcome. Stroll back to The Cable, kids in tow, and stretch out on the beach. At night, the sky flaunts a sparkling shawl of stars after a BBQ by the beach. It is a magical spot, as exhilarating in the sunshine as on a wild and stormy night. A brilliant place for lovers of old-fashioned holidays – bring your fishing nets.
Perched as close as it can get to the beach and shielded by majestic headlands, this seaside bolthole in Church Bay will steal your heart away. The beach is so quiet, you are unlikely to find it touched by any footprints other than your own. With direct access to the beach, you can be first to tumble out of bed to have that early, salty swim or surf!
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30% deposit taking at time of booking, remaining balance due up to 30 days prior to check in.