Ael Y Bryn

58 Customer Reviews

• "Following our last visit in June this year we were pleased find that all items mentioned in need of attention had been dealt with and Ael y Bryn was back to its former comfort and convenience."

  Everything was in good order, very clean and well managed. Many thanks to the housekeeping and maintenance team. Heather Walters

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Oct 2024

• "Lovely cottage - was very clean on arrival, beds were super comfy and we were grateful that our dogs were made so welcome."

  We didn’t have any issue with dogs escaping the garden as commented on by previous users, the field behind the hedge had no animals in it so our dogs weren’t tempted to explore further! Lots of home comforts here, kitchen full of everything you need and plenty of games, books etc. excellent WiFi if you need it. The cottage is in a quiet residential lane, note the walk to and from the High Street is a bit of a climb if you have mobility issues but there’s plenty of parking there. Very relaxing place to stay.

  Reviewed by Sue4.7★Sep 2024

• "We had a wonderful time in Anglesey and Ael Y Bryn was an ideal place to stay."

  I would go back one day and highly recommend it to anyone else.

  Reviewed by Armine5.0★Jul 2024

• "Lovely, spacious cottage."

  Does need fencing to secure garden, farm animals are the other side. Three or four holes found. Was alot of webs, and needed a thorough clean. All in all, quiet and peaceful with lots of walks. Would recommend.

  Reviewed by Sharon3.4★Jul 2024

• "Cleanliness and presentation of the cottage up to the usual good standard."

  Unfortunately little or no improvement in the outside space and access to the back door since our comments following our previous visit a month ago. Lawn area still overgrown, surrounding ivy, brambles etc still encroaching on paths especially path from gate to back door which is the most convenient to use. Upturned food bin, Pyrex unwashed casserole and flower pot all just outside back door amongst the weeds and undergrowth. Such lack of care and attention doesn’t make the outside space an attractive prospect when the summer months give opportunities to use the garden furniture for fresh air and sunshine. Photos available if required. 2 hours general clearing and tidying would present a cared for, well maintained and attractive outdoor space.

  Reviewed by Heather4.4★Jul 2024

• "As regular visitors to Ael y Bryn we appreciate the presentation and cleanliness of the accommodation."

  Proper - Ty housekeeping gives evidence of well maintained standards. One minor detraction was the overgrowth of brambles, goose grass etc on the path from gate to back door which had to be addressed with the kitchen scissors to enable easy access.

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Jun 2024

• "Lovely well very well equipped property with easy access to various places."

  Useful enclosed garden. Nice dog walks locally from the property and also amazing beaches. we be back!

  So pleased you had a good holiday Isobel. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Isobel5.0★Jun 2024

• "Property had all the amenities we could want and is a lovely location."

  Thank you for your review. I’m glad you had everything you needed. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gregory3.8★May 2024

• "Beautiful cottage, very clean."

  Dogs loved the garden. Will go back in the future.

  So pleased you and the dogs liked Ael-y-Bryn. Do come back whenever you want! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★May 2024

• "The cottage was really welcoming and comfortable and we felt very at ease with our dogs there too."

  The garden had a lovely little suntrap area and it was a joy to wake up to the sound of birds singing and very little else. There was a surprising amount of room inside and we loved the layout, quirky and interesting. The kitchen was incredibly well equipped and we appreciated having dog bowls and more. The location for exploring Anglesey was really ideal too. We all agreed we would very happily return and thought it was very good value for money.

  Glad you and the dogs had everything you needed including some sun! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Apr 2024

• "For the first 20 minutes I was confused as I thought I'd booked 3 bedrooms - upstairs there were only 2 bedrooms."

  Hmmm, I thought..I must have made a mistake, it must have been 3 beds: oh no! I'll have to share. Suddenly, my son shouted 'I've found another bedroom!'. It was like Narnia through the wardrobe haha...there was indeed another delightful bedroom on the ground floor. This was perfect for my elderly parents, as there was a downstairs as well as an upstairs WC. The detached cottage was bliss, and we enjoyed the space it awarded us. There were 3 generations of us, and we all loved this handsome cottage as much as the other. We'll be back if there are vacancies left. Big thank you to the owners!!

  So pleased you liked it! Don’t tell anyone but the downstairs bedroom is actually the best one! And we’d love to have you again! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Glynis Lorraine4.7★Apr 2024

• "Wonderful cottage."

  Exactly what we were looking for. Wood stove was such a treat as was the bath.

  So pleased you made the most of it! Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lucinda5.0★Feb 2024

• "We loved the space, the efficient heating, the lovely bathrooom with lots of hot water."

  Also loved that it’s dog friendly though they could escape from the garden. We had some issues with dirty saucepans just stuffed in the cupboard. Unlike other cottages we have stayed in there were no cleaning products at all apart from dishwasher tabs. Perhaps if you provided a pan scourer and washing up liquid these problems could be avoided. We thought 4 logs for a weeks rental was miserly and Welsh cakes 2 months past their sell by date not acceptable as a welcome pack!! Those things aside we had a good Christmas week with ok weather and would consider staying there again.

  Reviewed by Frances4.7★Dec 2023

• "The cottage is very homely and so well equipped."

  Beds comfortable.Shower excellent and cosy fire! It provided an excellent base to explore the area.Lovely walks nearby. We would recommend it to all.

  Reviewed by Audrey4.7★Nov 2023

• "As regular visitors we always look forward to the comfort and convenience of Ael y Bryn."

  Cleanliness and provision for us and our two collies was first class. All in good order.

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Oct 2023

• "We have been to Anglesey many, many times over the past 50+ years, some holiday let's good some not so, Ael Y Bryn was okay."

  As this cottage was a last minute booking for us, our original one had been sold by the owner, we only got 3 days notice, not I might add Sykes fault as they only got 3 days notice, it wasn't what we would have chosen. Saying that, I am sure many family's would enjoy the cottage, it was clean and well equipt, quite big, dog friendly too, but unfortunately not to our taste.

  Reviewed by Michael4.1★Sep 2023

• "This is a nice cottage in a great location."

  Comfortable with good accommodation. Slightly irritated by the dripping tap in the kitchen and a little puzzled by the lack of obvious waste recycling instructions (minor issues which Im sure can be easily addressed). Good place for dogs - secure garden and easy access to good footpaths, nice walks. Menai Bridge provides easy access to a wide range of really interesting places to visit.

  Reviewed by Phil4.4★Sep 2023

• "Lovely, well equipped and ideally located property that suited our needs perfectly."

  The beds are very comfortable and the shower is nice and powerful, both essentials for us. There were a few minor maintenance issues that didn't affect the use of the property and I left a note of these for the owner as they were things you would only notice by living there for a few days so hopefully they will be fixed for the next people staying. Menai Bridge is a brilliant location for exploring Anglesey, North Wales Coast, Snowdonia and Llyn Peninsula. Plus it is only 10 minutes from Bangor for any amenities.

  Reviewed by Gillian4.4★Aug 2023

• "Nicely situated property, minimal views from property itself but gorgeous views only a few steps away."

  Off road parking. Property itself lovely and quirky, 3 small cottages into one, so layout unusual. Beds comfy. Decor tired, needs a paint and some new curtains, and carpet in main bedroom looks rumpled. Kitchen pretty well equipped but dripping tap. Cheese grater would be nice to have. Shower lovely apart from some mould patches. Cleaning could be better (shower not draining so I had to do shower trap on arrival, yuk! Plus some dirty dishes on shelves). Garden has potential to be a lovely spot, with some work and a comfy seat. Washing line would be a real bonus. Owner Katy and her sister seemed lovely.

  Thank you for your feedback Ruth. We're very sorry about the matters you brought to our attention, and are taking immediate action, especially the cleaning. We really hope we can welcome you to Ael-y-Bryn again! Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Ruth3.8★Aug 2023

• "Absolutely love this place, 2nd time staying and would definitely stay again, only two little gripes, some comfortable seating in the garden wouldn’t go a miss."

  Also, cutlery and some dishes had been put back in cupboards and draws that had not been washed, unfortunately had to keep checking that everything was clean when we came to use them. Saying that, it wouldn’t put me off, the beds are so comfy and everything was clean and fresh

  Thank you for your feedback Joanne. We're sorry about the cutlery and dishes. This issue has been reported to the housekeeper, and has been sorted.. we hope to welcome you again! Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Joanne4.4★Jul 2023

• "We had a fantastic stay at Ael Y Bryn."

  It is a quirky cottage on two levels with beamed ceilings and interesting little nooks and crannies. A well stocked kitchen, with most everything you could need. There is a sideboard packed with games for the family to play around the dining table, and several DVD's and books to chose from. We particularly liked the layout with several rooms to spread yourself around for a bit of peace and quiet if needed. The garden wasn't huge but plenty of room for our dogs to wander around, they were fascinated by the sheep and cows in the next field. Plenty of dog bowls were provided, along with a bag full of blankets for them. They were as comfortable as we were. The property is in a great location for visiting local tourist attractions, and it is only a short walk into Menai Bridge itself. Informative welcome pack, although we would have liked a little more information about recycling, but maybe that is just us :-) and we couldn't find an outside washing line. All that said, it's a lovely place to visit, very homely and comfortable and we would definitely return.

  Thank you for leaving feedback Pam. It's always very useful and glad you had a nice time. Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Pam4.4★Jun 2023

• "The cottage was comfortable and the garden was secure."

  The kitchen tap leaked although a man who came to maintain the garden did try to fix it. The location was good but we did have to use the car everyday. The book of dog and pub walks was appreciated as we used it most days. Dog blankets, bowls and poo bags were supplied which also helped us. The beds and shower were great too. Comfortable outside furniture to enjoy a drink after the sight seeing would have been good but we sat on the iron ones provided. I would recommend the cottage to friends.

  Hello Lorna. Sorry for the long delay in replying to your review. Thank you so much for the feedback. We look forward to welcoming you again! All the best, Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Lorna4.7★May 2023

• "Ael y Bryn is a lovely cottage in a peaceful location but with easy access to local shops and takeaways and the local area."

  The cottage mixes old world charm with modern facilities and was very comfortable. Also being able to take dogs to the cottage and having an enclosed garden was a bonus for us. Would definitely recommend to others .

  Hello Tina. Sorry for the long delay in replying to your review. Thank you so much for the feedback. We are so pleased you enjoy the cottage as much as we do! We look forward to welcoming you again! All the best, Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tina5.0★May 2023

• "We were very happy with the property plenty of space for all our guests every ..."

  We were very happy with the property plenty of space for all our guests every thing worked well would definitely recommend this property to family and friends This property is quirky and lovely property

  Hello Patricia. Sorry for the long delay in replying to your review. Thank you so much for the feedback. We are so pleased you enjoy the cottage as much as we do! We look forward to welcoming you again! All the best, Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Patricia4.7★May 2023

• "Needs a working corkscrew for families on Saturday evening one costs v little so invest !"

  Thank you for pointing this out. There is now a corkscrew in the kitchen drawer. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nigel3.8★Apr 2023

• "We appreciated that minor problems experienced on previous visit in September 22 had been rectified and all was in order on our arrival."

  Ael y Bryn is a comfortable cottage in a convenient location which is why we are frequent visitors.

  Hello Heather. Sorry for the long delay in replying to your review. Thank you so much for the feedback. We are so pleased you enjoy the cottage as much as we do, and thank you for being a frequent visitor. We appreciate it! We look forward to welcoming you again! All the best, Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Mar 2023

• "We had a brilliant stay in your beautiful cottage, we would definitely recommend ..."

  We had a brilliant stay in your beautiful cottage, we would definitely recommend it to our friends and family, and we would definitely stay there again x

  Hello Dawn. Sorry for the long delay in replying to your review. Thank you so much for the feedback. We are so pleased you enjoy the cottage as much as we do, and your rating helps us hugely. We look forward to welcoming you again! All the best, Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Dawn5.0★Feb 2023

• "A little gem on the edge of Menai Bridge."

  Is at the top of a steep hill. Very clean with everything you need. Lovely, comfy beds and very warm. An excellent base for exploring the beautiful islands of Anglesey.

  Hello Jill. We are so pleased you enjoyed Ael-y-Bryn. We really hope you would like to come again! All the best, Fiona Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jill5.0★Dec 2022

• "The cottage was lovely, however we did not have a working oven for the full 2 weeks."

  Initially we knew these things happen, however the owners knew of a problem from the previous holiday letters and nothing active was done. Also it would not take much effort to secure the garden for the dogs which would really be a benefit the holiday makers. The position and cottage is however lovely, we were just unlucky about the above issue.

  Reviewed by Jill4.4★Oct 2022

• "Cottage very very clean on arrival."

  Second time we’ve stayed here. Love it. Slight problem with the oven which we have reported to the owner. Didn’t cause us any problems. Would highly recommend

  Reviewed by Susan4.7★Sep 2022

• "Our 5th visit to this cottage."

  Previous visits have been very satisfactory. This time: On arrival required number of beds not made up and one bedroom not ready. Carpet cleaner arrived to rectify carpet ‘accident’ from previous guests. Oven failed to reach temperature and failed completely on last day No instructions at all for ceramic hob. Trial and error sometimes successful, sometimes not. As experienced holiday cottage visitors we would expect all systems to be in working order on arrival. After phoning owner immediate concerns were swiftly rectified, but need reassurance that Sykes cottages check their properties to fulfil their advertising claims and ensure properties are ready for guests arrival.

  Reviewed by Heather4.1★Sep 2022

• "Another wonderful week at the welcoming, family and dog friendly Ael-y-Bryn - spotlessly clean and well equipped with comfy beds and travel cot."

  Katie really helpful. I’m sure we’ll be back for a third year. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Joanna5.0★Aug 2022

• "Stayed for a week commencing 09/07, it really was home from home, so comfortable and it was lovely to actually have a comfortable sofa to sit on, everything you could possible need in this cottage, the only little niggle is that it smelt of wet dogs, not a problem as we kept the French door open, would most definitely book this little gem again."

  Hi Joanne So pleased you liked Ael-y-Bryn, and found it all comfortable. Thank you for letting us know about the smell of dogs. I have told our cleaning team, and in response, they shampooed the carpets last week. So I think it should be nice and fresh for the next people. Hope you're enjoying the rest of the summer. Katy. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Jul 2022

• "A wonderful cottage, great location and excellent facilities."

  My only complaint is that there was a lot of dog hair in the cottage. We have 2 dogs and I was happy to vacuum and sweep each morning but the upright vacuum cleaner was already clogged with dog hair so not picking up well. We unblocked it but it still didn’t pick up as my one at home does. There was a cordless Dyson but that had a short battery life. I brought this to the owner’s attention so hopefully the cleanliness will improve in the future. In every other respect the cottage was superb.

  Hi Bernadette Thank you for letting us know about the dog hair around the place. I have passed your comments on to our cleaning team, and have bought a pet-hair specific vacuum cleaner. This should make the place a lot less hairy. So pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Katy. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Bernadette4.4★Jul 2022

• "Lovely cottage in great setting."

  Plenty of good dog walks. The cottage has everything you need and more. The local people are very friendly and the area has much to offer

  Hi Jacky So pleased you found everything you needed at Ael-y-Bryn. I agree, the area is amazing, and the neighbours are lovely. Katy Property Owner

  Reviewed by Jacky4.4★Jun 2022

• "The cottage was lovely just as listed, it had everything that was needed for a cosy comfortable stay."

  Would definitely love to stay again

  Reviewed by Marie5.0★May 2022

• "We very much liked staying at this lovely place."

  It was ideal for the dogs as only a stone's throw from somewhere to walk them. Internally the property was immaculate but was slightly let down by the garden which was a real shame because as is I wouldn't want to sit out there in the summer months. The area was extremely nice with lots to see and do around and about. Loved the town with great cafes that allow dogs in, which is a real bonus.

  Hi Philip Thank you for your comments. I'm glad you and your dogs liked Menai Bridge and the cottage. I have passed your comments on to the gardener, so hopefully it will be better in future. Best wishes, Katy. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Philip5.0★May 2022

• "Great cottage situated on a quiet road 5 minutes walk from the Menai centre ..."

  Great cottage situated on a quiet road 5 minutes walk from the Menai centre Cottage was comfortable with lots of character and plenty on space Good location for Snowdonia and beaches on the mainland though Anglesey has plenty of beaches to choose from I would recommend this cottage

  Hi Anthony Thank you for your kind comments. So pleased you enjoyed the area. Menai Bridge is perfectly placed for the best of the mainland and Anglesey. Katy. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anthony4.7★Apr 2022

• "Beautiful cottage in lovely location, everything we needed in house,lovely garden for the dog and walk nearby ."

  Highly recommend.

  Reviewed by Brenda5.0★Mar 2022

• "Absolutely lovely cottage ,really quirky , they go one step beyond to make sure you have everything you need for your stay even our pets have everything they need for comfort."

  Would definitely recomend

  Reviewed by Jacquelyne5.0★Mar 2022

• "Had a really nice week."

  Cottage was very comfortable and cosy with everything provided. In a quiet lane with walks for the dogs on the doorstep and just a short walk into Menai Bridge which has all the usual amenities. Would definitely return for another week to keep exploring the island.

  So pleased you had a good week Simon. Please do come back, whenever you want! Katy. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anonymous5.0★Feb 2022

• "Loved it x clean tidy good facilities everything I needed and more fantastic"

  Reviewed by Cath5.0★Dec 2021

• "High standard in every aspect of this holiday property, every facility, every comfort; that is why we return as often as possible!"

  Hi Heather - so pleased you love it as much as we do! Katy. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Nov 2021

• "We had a great time at Ael y Bryn, it was well presented, comfortable and warm, we found it very easy to settle in as it had all the amenities and facilities that you would want to find in a well kept cottage."

  We found the location was just perfect, quiet, peaceful, and not too far from the town centre. Our dog enjoyed it too, there was plenty of tiled space for cleaning him after a day out in the fields and paddling in the sea. We appreciated the little things that you don't normally find in holiday cottages, like dog blankets, feeding bowls etc'. We found that whatever we needed was at hand and ready for our use and comfort. It is a credit to the owners, Thank you very much for letting us have a great week away.

  So glad your dog had a good time! We love dogs and try to make it just as comfortable for them as for their humans. ;-) Property Owner

  Reviewed by Linton4.7★Nov 2021

• "Atmospheric cottage full of charm."

  Very comfy beds light and airy bedrooms. Kitchen fully equipped and easy galley to work in.Ideal base to visit sights and beaches. Dog friendly. Grandchildren loved the separate snug with their own tv.

  Reviewed by Michelle5.0★Aug 2021

• "The WiFi was excellent and made a huge difference, as did comfy pillows."

  We also loved having sharp knives as so many holiday homes have dreadful ones. It was a lovely holiday and we’d be very happy to go back.

  Reviewed by Natalie4.7★Jul 2021

• "Beautiful spot to stay."

  So peaceful being on a no through road and the garden was great for the dog. Plenty of places to visit within easy reach. Would love to return

  Reviewed by Caroline4.7★Jul 2021

• "Had a brilliant stay, everything you needed and more , lovely and peaceful but only 5minutes ( in a car ) from shops , pubs , takeaways etc."

  Reviewed by Beverly4.4★Jun 2021

• "Cottage was well prepared and presented according to COVID regulations."

  Everything in good order with thoughtful extras provided to add to a comfortable stay.

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Jun 2021

• "The cottage was brilliant."

  I had a 92 year old and 88 year old with us so having downstairs bedroom and bathroom was perfect. The cottage is within walking distance of Menai which was great too. Would have been nice to have a BBQ. The freezer was completely frozen and the fridge was too small. But these things are easily solved. The cottage was great and we had a really relaxing holiday x

  Reviewed by Janet5.0★May 2021

• "Great size bungalow with everything that you could need,"

  Reviewed by Caroline5.0★May 2021

• "The house was clean and tidy and garden was perfect for our two small dogs!"

  Lovely little additional items we noticed such as Welsh cakes and little bowls for our animals and covers for them. Honestly cannot rate it enough. Highly recommended.

  Reviewed by James5.0★Sep 2020

• "Gorgeous cottage, the owners have thoughtfully provided everything you might need for a comfortable stay, from salt and pepper to dishwasher tablets!"

  Everything was perfect, the only thing I can think to add would be some toys for younger children/toddlers (my older children loved the Lego!) Beds were super comfy and the garden with plum tree just lovely.

  Reviewed by Iona5.0★Aug 2020

• "The cottage was fantastic and there was everything we needed for a relaxing break."

  The kitchen was very well equipped and the beds were super comfy

  Reviewed by Hazel5.0★Mar 2020

• "The cottage was immaculate lovely furnishings and a very homely atmosphere."

  Everything had been thought of and catered for: extremely well equipped and a genuine home from home. The location is perfect for Anglesey, Llandudno and all surrounding regions: the perfect base for exploring this stunning region.

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Dec 2019

• "We had a lovely holiday, the cottage was like home from home, it had everything ..."

  We had a lovely holiday, the cottage was like home from home, it had everything you required in the kitchen ,and instructions for all the equipment, in the cottage, we would recommend it ,and the bathroom was to die for, plus the beds was clean and so comfortable ,we will go and stay there again, it’s the best holiday let we have stayed in and we are elderly, so have seen a few,

  Reviewed by Nancy5.0★Oct 2019

• "The cottage was one of the best equipped that we have ever stayed in and very comfortable"

  Reviewed by Peter5.0★Sep 2019

• "The cottage is beautifully presented, a real homely feel to the place."

  It is in a quiet location which was perfect for what we wanted but on our doorstep were a number of country walks. Also the town of Menai Bridge is within walking distance (downhill all the way, so up hill all the way back). All the many highlights of Anglesey are within easy striking distance to explore as is the mainland as you are in the shadow of the Menai Bridge. The owners are lovely and all correspondence was prompt and helpful as is the welcome pack telling you all the details of local activities available. This property is highly recommended and we would not hesitate to book again Thank for allowing us to stay at this wonderful well equipped cottage. Ivan, Halifax

  Reviewed by Sue5.0★Aug 2019

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