Glanrhyd Isaf

37 Customer Reviews

• "The house provided clean, comfortable and spacious accommodation for a 3 generation family getogether (coming from Cumbria, Chester and Belfast)."

  The location is lovely and we had some really nice sunsets whilst there. The information about the track being covered by high tides was very comprehensive and we worked round it. The table tennis table in the garage provided good entertainment! Highly recommended,

  Reviewed by Gillian5.0★Mar 2024

• "The property was well presented, clean and freshly painted."

  We were a little concerned the road/tides but this really wasn’t a problem, just made us be up and out in the mornings. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Feb 2024

• "Sykes Cottages responded in a timely fashion to sort out my queries before arrival ."

  A previous negative review had made me anxious. On arrival the cottage was clean warm and perfect for our needs 8 adults, 3 children and 2 dogs. The location absolutely stunning, the solitude perfect. Obviously rough roads were negotiable easily by reducing speed . We would love to come back as a family to this fabulous accommodation. .

  Reviewed by Caroline5.0★Oct 2023

• "We arrived for a family week away and we were so disappointed in the overall cleanliness,furnishings and overall facilities within the cottage."

  The living room furniture was grubby,smelly and in need of replacement. The WI-FI had very poor coverage and due to us having 2 small children we needed the WI-FI for monitors, hence family had to stay with the children when they went to slept. The cooker was inadequate for 12 people, as was the washer/dryer, which did not wash anything properly and then nuked it, leaving clothes shrunken. The garage/play room was also very dirty and unusable due to being full of rubbish. The bathrooms were dirty and the shower seals were filthy/mouldy. The cottage was sold to me as it was supposed to be beach front, never would I class it as beachfront. The position of the cottage was remote, which we were aware of but the condition of the access road meant that 3 cars had punctures during our stay. Very, very disappointed and not as described or as pictures on website

  Thank you for taking the time to write a review following your stay at Glanrhyd Isaf. I am sorry that you were disappointed with the property. The property is as close to the beach as the advertised photos suggest, the lane to the property has never posed any problems previously but we will look into this. The garage is used for storage of outdoor and beach equipment, of course guests are welcome to use this as a games room but we do not advertise it as such. I am sorry that you found the kitchen inadequate, again the cooker is that accurately shown in the photos. The housekeeping team work hard to present the property to the high standards which guests expect, I am sorry that on this occasion these expectations were not met. Our friendly team is available 24/7 to assist guests, had you had contacted us on arrival to report these issues we would have endeavoured to make this right for your with minimal disruption and inconvenience to you or your party. Going forwards these issues will be addressed to ensure guest satisfaction. Unfortunately the Wifi signal in rural areas may not be the strongest. We would always advised guest to make enquiries regarding any specific personal requirements before booking to avoid disappointment. May I take this opportunity to thank you once again for your invaluable feedback. The Menai Team. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Heather1.3★Oct 2023

• "This is a lovely property, however the description needs more information so people are aware- You cannot access the property until 5pm, I was not aware of this until I had booked and you have to be out by 10am on departure day."

  In the winter this would make late access even more difficult. This should be clear before, not after you book. Access to the actual property not easy not a single sign to help you know if you are going the right way, why at least finger posts could not be put up I do not know. A mile and a half to the amenities, maybe but a tough mile and a half. The last part of the access is a disgrace if you have a small car think twice, very large holes and seaweed full of sea water. I realise this gets flooded regularly however damage could be caused to some vehicles, this is the only way in and out, some days we could not be bothered it is such a faf, also a gate you have to open and close (a spray of WD40 would help) every journey, in the rain no fun, we were there for a full moon so the tide was higher than normal, for any one arriving late which we had they could not get to the parking by the house, walking from the caravans was really difficult in the dark and dangerous. Older people would have not been able to do it so would have had to sit in their vehicle for quite a while until the tide went out. This happens every day not as the note says -- Note: Due to its unique waterside location, the sea may cover the access lane for an hour or so during exceptionally high tides or strong winds. There are options to park your vehicle and continue to the house on foot (approx 100 meters). I never thought this would not be flat. In the property there a several steps which for any one elderly or unsteady are a challenge. The property has all you need was very clean and comfortable, one mattress need to be replaced. If you are young want all the exciting accesses, water , walking along a brisk beach, or just being peaceful this is a good property, in the sunnier days I am sure it is very different and more spectacular, we had warmer sunnier days , it was a lovely break. Had I known the access issues I might not have booked this property, it is not for all the family it is for younger people.

  Thank you for your feedback and for taking time to write a review for Glanhryd Isaf. The check in and check out times are confirmed by Sykes. We have also included these details on the website. The property is located in a very rural area and sadly signage is restricted as you need planning permission for this in the areas we would want to put them in. We are clear in the property description about the high tides (often when there is a full moon) so the guests know what to expect. We regularly re-surface the water front section of the drive as it can get worn down by the sea. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lesley4.1★Sep 2023

• "There was a booking for 9 adults 4 children and a dog."

  We were slightly worried on getting to the location, however, it was surprisingly easy. The house was amazing, clean, comfortable and everything you needed was there. How do we describe the location….there’s no words. The scenery was beautiful, you could sit out in the garden, watch the horses in the field behind, watch the beach (which was a stone throws away)….which may I add, this seemed to be your own private beach. The location was close to the RAF valley, which just added excitement to the holiday. We saw amazing jets, everytime one was heard, we all ran outside to see it. It took 5 mins to get to the supermarket, 10 mins to Trearddur Bay, 30 mins to South Stack lighthouse - what more could you ask for. We would DEFINITELY go back to this property and we’re all missing it. Thank you to the property owner!

  Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a positive review of Glanrhyd Isaf. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Aug 2023

• "Lovely welcoming home from home."

  Ideal for a family celebration. Beautifully appointed bedrooms, immaculate bathrooms, cosy lounge. Kitchen had everything you could need. Views were stunning and we enjoyed walks and swimming. Unfortunately there was no information booklet for the property, a few windows upstairs didn’t open which in the hotter weather made it a bit warm. The beds in the twin room were uncomfortable and not suitable for adults. But overall a lovely stay, thank you.

  Reviewed by Sarah4.7★Jun 2023

• "Lovely house with stunning views."

  kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. Comfortable beds and plenty of bathrooms. One huge drawback to this house.. the access road. It stated in the description that on occasions, the sea covered the road, but didn't mention the huge potholes . Due to poor weather during our stay, the road was almost undriveable . Really made me not want to go out across it . Really unsuitable and dangerous for a holiday let to unsuspecting visitors .

  Reviewed by Stella3.8★Apr 2023

• "What an amazing place!"

  The house is beautiful with quality furnishings, everyone slept really well due to the comfortable beds and bedding. The house had everything that we needed for our stay, not a fault to be found. And what an amazing location, away from everything in a beautiful secluded spot, but within easy distance to so many places to visit. We will definitely come back and recommend to others

  Reviewed by Tina5.0★Mar 2023

• "The house was perfect !"

  We had loads of space and there were 12 of us staying over new year, the house had everything we needed. The location is stunning, the road down is slightly bumpy and uneven so drive carefully ! The only negative feedback would be one of the twin beds in the upstairs twin room was immensely squeaky and woke our youngest up in the night when she moved. The house was lovely and cosy and warm over our stay and we would highly recommend for large families/friends.

  Reviewed by Brooke5.0★Dec 2022

• "Brilliant for a family event."

  We really enjoyed staying here. Would love to return.

  Reviewed by Chris5.0★Oct 2022

• "The property was perfect for our family celebration."

  Plenty of room for us all to eat and relax together

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Sep 2022

• "What a location!"

  We loved the house situated right on the water front and the views were second to none. We were able to use our paddle boards straight from the house and swim in the sea. The house was perfect for our large family and the living spaces big enough for us all. The number of rooms and bathrooms made our stay extra comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The local town of Valley has a few convenience stores and the Sea Shanty Cafe in Trearddur Bay is a must for excellent food in its unique nautical themed restaurant. We will definitely be staying at Glanrhyd Isaf again!

  Reviewed by Charlotte4.4★Jun 2022

• "We found the property spacious and comfortable with fantastic views and a good location."

  The walks straight from the property were enjoyed by us all.Plenty of kitchen facilities and utensils and adequate bathrooms etc. A very good choice for 10 of us plus two dogs.

  Reviewed by M5.0★Jun 2022

• "We couldn’t recommend this place highly enough."

  A fantastically appointed house in a unbelievably beautiful setting. It’s slightly out of the way, yes but the surrounding is 100% worth it. As a family of 10 with 2 dogs we found the house was cosy enough but with plenty of space for us all. It has everything you need to hunker down for a weeks peace.

  Reviewed by Liam5.0★May 2022

• "We enjoyed our stay and loved the location and views and the house was very spacious."

  On the flip side, there was no hairdryer, no shaver points and the tv in the bedroom didn’t work. Games were past their sell by date! Having to buy binliners as only one was provided and dishwasher tablets seems ungenerous in a home of this price and compares unfavourably with other houses we have rented. These are small details, easily remedied as was the pack of 6 Welsh cakes to welcome 10 people. The didn’t spoil our holiday but we would choose somewhere else next time.

  Thank you for your recent feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at our property. We do appreciate your comments and take them seriously. We will review them all in turn. I have recently purchased more games for the property to replace the existing ones. Many thanks Jo Property Owner

  Reviewed by Andy3.4★Apr 2022

• "I left some notes in the Housekeeping Book regarding doors that don't close and /or lock and a couple of light bulbs that need replacing plus the lack of general instructions ."

  Most property we have rented has had a folder with general details of the facilities e,g, Cooker, Washing Machine etc etc. Also general information of the area & restaurants/take-aways ( I left a couple) and there were no specific instructions left regarding how to leave the bedding etc so we left it in situ. The house was very spacious and in a quiet location but the beach area was a good deal muddier than I anticipated from the catalogue images, apart from that we all enjoyed the stay

  Thank you for your feedback. We do appreciate it so that we can provide the best possible experience for our guests staying in our holiday home. As part of our Covid policy we have removed the Welcome Folder from the property as they are handled by all our guests. When guests book the property we stipulate this and an electronic version is emailed out with all the useful information. We are hoping to bring the paper version of this back to the property in the coming months. We have replaced any lighbulbs so thank you for that feedback. Best wishes Jo Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ken3.8★Apr 2022

• "We had a family get together in this wonderful house, the views from the back of the house are stunning."

  It helped that we enjoyed some fantastic weather during our weekend stay! The house was perfect for our celebrations, very clean and comfortable, kitchen is great for catering large numbers. Really cannot praise it enough, nothing negative to say whatsoever and would consider for the next family gathering.

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Mar 2022

• "Beautiful house in a beautiful spot amazing views ,we were celebrating a special anniversary and wanted a house that would suit for our children ,grandchildren and great grandchild 14 of us in all ."

  This was the perfect place ,and when we went through to the garage there was a table tennis set which was a total surprise the adults and children had great fun with it . It was amazing and we would definitely go back ,the only reason we did not score a 10 was that unfortunately the dish washer did not clean the dishes and we had to re do them in the sink ,which was a bit of a pain as you can imagine when there are so many people ,but apart from that fantastic .

  Thank you so much for your feedback. We really appreciate it so that we can offer our guests the best possible experience at our property. I'm so glad you enjoyed your family holiday across the generations celebrating a special anniversary. I'm so sorry that the dishwasher was not cleaning sufficiently. We leave out rinse aid and salt in the cupboard under the sink for guests to use (the cleaner also tops it up) and we have given the machine a thorough clean so it's in full working order. We hope to welcome you back soon. Many thanks, Jo Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anona5.0★Feb 2022

• "What a wonderful property!"

  ! We had 13 people + 2 dogs and the property was spacious and with the amount of bathrooms made life so much easier in the mornings. It’s situated literally on the beach so the dogs had plenty of space to enjoy themselves without worry. If you follow the instructions as per the email and not your Sat Nav then it’s easy to find. Will definitely be coming back soon :-)

  Reviewed by Matt5.0★Nov 2021

• "There were some areas that were not cleaned adequately."

  The sideboard in the lounge was dusty. There were dirt marks like paw prints on the lounge on the mat

  "Firstly, thank you for your review. We take all reviews seriously and want our guests to have the best possible experience. Apologies that you did not feel the cleaning was up to standard in the sitting room. I have immediately shared your feedback with our cleaner. We will ensure that this does not happen moving forward. Many thanks" Property Owner

  Reviewed by Karen4.4★Oct 2021

• "We had a lovely family stay, 10 adults and 3 children, plenty of room for us all to relax, chill, play games."

  Bit disappointed that there was no recycling, and all rubbish went into a general skip, but I guess that is the councils responsibility to collect/arrange. I think the travelling instructions could include a small map to be a little clearer.

  "Thank you for your review. We take all reviews seriously and want our guests to have the best possible experience. For information purposes the waste that is collected from our house is sorted into recycling at the waste site itself. Hopefully this reassures future guests as we do take being environmentally responsible seriously and always want to do what we can. Thank you also for the feedback about directions and a possible map. We will look into this. Many thanks" Property Owner

  Reviewed by Karen4.4★Oct 2021

• "Beautiful house set in a tranquil location next to the water."

  Perfect setting for a large family get together. We visited for my husbands special birthday along with all the children, grandchildren, my parents and the dogs. We couldn't have asked for a better space for everyone to be together in. The property is spacious and we never felt on top of each other. The only downside for us was there isn't an area of the garden which is enclosed like the property next door where you can let your dogs out (we have Jack Russell terriers that can't be let loose or out of sight). We all loved watching the planes from RAF Valley nearby. We would definately return if we wanted to take a holiday with the family again.

  Reviewed by Nikki5.0★Oct 2021

• "The house is really lovely and in a great location."

  The layout worked well for us (a party of 8 adults and 4 children). The outside area was great too as we were lucky in having great weather!

  Reviewed by Stephen4.7★Aug 2021

• "I booked the cottage for a family celebration my father in laws 80th birthday."

  The description and photos did not do the property justice. Glanrhyd Isaf is a hidden gem, the decor was beautifully done and very comfortable and the views were amazing. The cottage is well equipped from cutlery to pots and pans varying in sizes. I was able to cook a roast beef dinner with all the trimmings for 14 with ease. The only fault was there was no wardrobe in the first double bedroom on the first floor, we enjoy cooking outside and there was no bbq listed so we took our own. I would definitely book again.

  Reviewed by Julie5.0★Aug 2021

• "House was beautiful however thought bit of TLC is needed regarding furnishings Sofas and carpets were a bit grubby Couldn't get TV to work."

  Contacted Menai Holidays and was told somebody would be in touch to sort out but nobody did.

  Firstly, thank you for your review. We take all reviews seriously and want our guests to have the best possible experience. Apologies you had no response from Sykes to your query regarding the TV. I will follow this up. We have not encountered problems with the TV before and will check it over. We have recently decided to replace the sofas in the sun room area and this will be done in the coming weeks. We will also review the carpets over the winter months. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sandra3.8★Sep 2020

• "A couple of things, The access road to the property is really bad and I can say there is no road to this place which becomes very difficult to reach and it's very foul-smelling which puts off the visitors who arrive using the road to the property."

  The beds provided were not comfortable and they were making creaking sounds. The mattresses provided can be of superior quality. The price paid in relation to the other properties listed in the same area was very expensive during this period. The pictures provided on the website are misleading as there is no good access to the backwaters. Thanks

  Reviewed by Sunil3.1★Jul 2020

• "A lovely weekend with my family for my husbands 70th Birthday, the house is perfect for a large mixed group and has everything you could possibly need to enjoy your time, lots of space, bathrooms and scenery."

  Lazy days spent having family time in a perfect setting, the house is beautiful and the standard is excellent. A treasure in the Welsh Valleys, the younger ones enjoyed exploring and some enjoyed walks on the beach with dogs, while some of us just spent time relaxing. Lots of lovely memories made, having meals around the family dining table and drinks and musics in the evening, shopping at local spar and a visit to the air base to watch the planes. All in all money well spend, no disappointed guests and a bit of excitement when the tide came in, lovely place. Thank you!

  The Higham FamilyMar 2020

• "I honestly can’t say enough about this property!"

  We looked high and low for the perfect place to celebrate my Dads 70th Birthday. As a family of 13 (plus 2 dogs) we were looking for somewhere big enough for us all to stay together for a long weekend. Enough bedrooms and general space so we weren’t on top of each other, and a large enough kitchen/dining area to seat us all together for big family meals. We also wanted the place to be private enough for us to feel away from the hustle and bustle of life. This house far exceeded what we were expecting!! We followed the directions to the letter which got us right to the door (without this we would not have found it!) The house is set in the most beautiful location with sea views and surrounded by fields on one side and rocky coves on the other. There is a huge secured garden which was brilliant for letting the dogs off lead. The views when the sun was going down were just beautiful. (We stayed in early March, I imagine summer is something else!) Inside the house itself was also way above our expectations. It’s HUGE! The photos on the website honestly don’t do this house justice. It is much bigger in real life. The thought that has gone into renting this property for family breaks did not go unnoticed. Every room was clean and welcoming. There was literally EVERYTHING we needed. Every cooking utensil, cutlery, crockery, glasses etc you could think of. Dining table perfect to sit 14 people. The lounge had plenty of space and enough comfy sofas to seat us all together. We took our projector and had a family film night! In the cupboards there is a large selection of games, quizzes, cards etc. There is a log burner which we lit on the first night but the heating was enough thereafter. There are 7 comfortable bedrooms, almost all with stunning views, 3 en suite and more than enough other bathrooms for everyone. The showers were powerful and hot. We had a nice surprise finding a ping-pong table in the garage! My Dad was the local ping-pong champion back in the day, it’s like it was meant to be! We all had a fabulous weekend and would highly recommend this house if you are looking for somewhere special for a family gathering.

  Reviewed by Katy5.0★Feb 2020

• "We had a great family weekend celebrating my 30th birthday!"

  The house was perfect for the 13 of us and a dog! The children loved playing hide and seek (as it’s so big) and we could all relax and play games in the large lounge! I wish we’d have stayed longer! The house was perfect and we would definitely love to come back. Thank you :)

  Reviewed by Hayley5.0★Jan 2020

• "What a stunning house for family to meet up at and to celebrate a birthday in."

  So much space, extremely clean, very comfortable beds, lovely and warm and everything you could want in the kitchen. Stunning location with walks from the front door. Would certainly recommend for large get together and will return maybe next year.

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Dec 2019

• "Loved the house."

  Plenty of room to spread out. Great facilities. Clean and comfortable. We are booking again for next year!

  Reviewed by Trish5.0★Oct 2019

• "A good large house well off the beaten track."

  Fantastic views over the estuary. Very conveniently situated.

  Reviewed by Arthur4.4★Aug 2019

• "Glandrhyd Isaf is a beautiful house in lovely location with wonderful views."

  All our family (14 in total) had such a good time here with plenty of room for 6 grandchildren to play inside and out. We all enjoyed watching the Aircraft from RAF Valley, especially a couple of aircraft enthusiasts in the party. As one 4 year old grandchild put it “ I could stay here forever”. I think that says it all. A thanks to the Menai staff who were friendly and very helpful with any queries.

  Reviewed by Geraldine5.0★Aug 2019

• "This property is very suitable for large family or group get togethers or celebrations."

  The property, although a little remote, is situated in a location with stunning views. It is close to the Anglesey Coastal path so one must be aware of the tides. The house is very spacious with comfortable furniture and it is well furnished with tasteful paintings and ornaments of a sea side theme. Most of the bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms and there are two family bathrooms, which helps with a large party. The kitchen is extremely well equipped. There is a pleasant garden suitable for outside games activities.

  Reviewed by J5.0★Jul 2019

• "The instructions for finding the house didn’t say how far it was down the lane etc, and you could perhaps have mentioned the noise from the RAF training flights constantly over the house, but otherwise, excellent."

  The views from the house and the wildlife in the area were the most special things.

  Thank you for your recent feedback. We find any feedback from guests so useful. We're really pleased that your expectations were exceeded staying at Glanrhyd Isaf. We will review the directions for the property immediately and we have ensured that we include a note to say the property is located reasonably close to RAF Valley and that planes can be heard during weekdays. Thank you again for your feedback. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kate4.7★Jul 2019

• "A fabulous home in a truly wonderful spot."

  A little tricky to find but so worth it!

  Reviewed by Joyce5.0★May 2019

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