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8 Guests
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4 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Seaside
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
28 Customer Reviews
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"The property would benefit from blinds in the front bedrooms and also in the kitchen for privacy."
It would be nice to have a few throws to avoid having to put the heating on in the evening. More than 1 J cloth in the kitchen would be useful for a week's stay . The beds were very comfortable with excellent local amenities
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"Dolphin was the perfect size for our group of 4 adults and 4 children."
The house was well equipped and the children's Play/TV room was a godsend on the days when the weather was not good. 10 or 15 minute walk to the beach and large retail park close by.
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"We were a party of 4 adults and one dog who booked for 1 week, we've booked several cottages in Treaddur Bay over the last few years but this was our first stay in Dolphin."
The location is good even though it is away from the sea shore, several large supermarkets are just a 5 minute drive away and the beach, including several good restaurants, is just a short 15 minute walk (once you know the way across either the fields to the hotel or through the back streets to the football ground). The rear 'garden' was disappointing because it is very small and is all hard patio so the dog had nowhere to run, however it was secure and it did get the sun in the morning and early afternoon. We brought a portable BBQ and enjoyed a couple of meals outside. Inside the dining table was squeezed into the window of the small kitchen and was largely bench seating which was difficult to get in and out of (for aging adults). There was enough seating in the lounge for 8 people over 2 large saggy leather sofas and one small sofa, obviously the dining table would normally have been in there but the large sofas took up all the available space. I can't see any reason why the garage could not be converted to a dining room to give more space downstairs. In the kitchen there was plenty crockery & cutlery and there seems to be sufficient cooking utensils & pans (although we didn't use any of it). It was also nice to see a lot of spare rubbish bags and cleaning materials which are often missing from rental properties). The downstairs toilet was strange, it was accessed through a door from the kitchen and also had the back door leading to the rear garden, it almost seemed an afterthought. Upstairs the bedrooms were all a reasonable size (we didn't use the one on the top floor where there is also a play room), they were simply furnished but had sufficient storage although one had no hanging space) and the beds were fairly comfortable. The two bathrooms had good showers with plenty hot water but they need a good clean in places and the floor tiles were cracked. Wi-fi was fairly quick and seemed to cover the whole house. In general it was clean throughout and overall we enjoyed our holiday but felt that Dolphin needs some refurbishment in several areas (like the worn out kitchen floor, the frayed stair carpet, rusty radiators, towel hangers falling off etc.). With a little bit investment and thought it could be so much better. In terms of cost we thought the price for one week was very reasonable and good value for money.
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"Great house in good location."
Less than 10 min walk to sea & eating places. Easy access to coastal path too.
Thank you Property Owner
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"This newish home is within walking distance of the village - say 15 minutes to the beach and attractions - along a pavement."
The road is a bit busy for youngsters on bikes and scooters so parental supervision required. There is a small enclosed back yard which is a bit of a suntrap and does contain a BBQ - which was not cleaned before our arrival. There was NO hairdryer supplied (that we could find) and the remote heating controller had to be fitted with new batteries. The top floor single beds, while comfortable enough, are not suitable for adults. Overall, we had a nice enough stay but Dolphin House was not good value for money, especially as the house was advertised for £1,100 less the next week when schools had returned from mid-term! A mark-up was expected but not more than double the price, surely? We were disappointed.
Thank you for your detailed feedback regarding your stay at Dolphin House. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, as it helps us improve our services and accommodation. We are glad to hear that you found the location convenient and enjoyed the proximity to the village and beach. Regarding the safety concerns on the road, we understand the importance of child safety however any child needs supervision on a bike near any road. We sincerely apologize for the oversight with the BBQ cleanliness there was never a hairdryer listed in the house inventory. As regards the battery issue we live locally, and you did not contact us to correct this. Regarding the pricing discrepancy, we strive to offer competitive rates, and prices can fluctuate based on demand and season. However, Sykes are in control of this aspect I suggest you contact them for this. Property Owner
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"Nice house, good location, enjoyed our stay."
thank you Property Owner
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"Great place and really simple instructions left for use of heating, cooker etc, we had a fantastic stay, thank you"
thank you Property Owner
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"Property would benefit from a tumble dryer - kids clothes always wet after beach trip."
Owners kindly replaced broken toaster quickly. Not overly dog friendly as no grass on back yard only raised bed of stones with no steps. Overall nice house in quiet cul de sac in convenient position.
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"Great location for easy access to the beach."
The property looks a little tired in some rooms, run down radiators and carpets, kept snagging our feet on gripper. We would like to suggest a visitors book where comments could be left recommending local places to eat and drink, feedback on nearby places visited etc. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
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"The Dolphin looks and feels tired and grubby from the front door to the back door."
I would not allow this property to continue on your listing. This property looks like it needs complete internal refurbishment. To be honest our first purchase when arrived were two air freshners because of the smell of grease. I have nothing to add should have known better than to let a house with Sykes. 1 out of 10
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"The holiday home was great and in a great location."
The house was clean and the welcome package was fantastic. From arrival we all settled in quickly as the house was really homely. Lots of restaurants and bars within easy reach.
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"We had a lovely holiday here, six adults and two young children."
The house was comfortable and clean and an ideal location for walking to the beach, as well as accessing the rest of the island. We did feel like there could have been more baking trays for the oven and also weren’t sure about the recycling provisions? But we would recommend Dolphin and thank you to the owners for a lovely stay and the kind gifts of cake and Prosecco.
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"It was clean."
It was very basic. For the price I would’ve expected a more homely experience. Every door is a fire door which I suspect is due to regulations but a nightmare with children and dogs. The upstairs space was great but the living space is limited if you were at capacity, fortunately we were not. Garden is long and thin and not ideal for kids/dogs to have a run and play as all flagged. Short walk to the beach. Up hill on the way back but accessible with a pram. Beds comfortable and showers and bath really good. There was nothing wrong with it but we wouldn’t return due to the reasons given as the price is not competitive enough for what we have had in the area previously.
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"We found that there was no cleaning products at all apart from one dishwasher tablet."
No cloths or sponges when hand washing pans. We found little or no amenities for our younger children so we bought a couple of toys while staying. Over all the house and stay was lovely just thought more effort could be put into the house feeling like a home and not like a hotel. Not a criticism just an observation.
Thankyou for you feed back, On top floor of the house is a dedicated children's playroom. There is a xbox with a selection of games for all ages, and children's table and chair for colouring and the like. In the living room is a Blu-ray DVD player, with a selection titles for all ages. In addition we have provided a selection of story books for slightly older children through to adults. With the beach only a short walk away, and the recent sunny weather, we think there is plenty to keep little ones entertained, and not let them draw all over the walls! Property Owner
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"Great house and great location."
enclosed area at the back was great for dogs... Nice touch leaving prosecco, milk and chocolate cake. more utensils in kitchen would have helped- bread knife, tupperware dishes for microwave , kitchen foil and clingfilm, had to go out and buy which we haven't in previous cottages. no big deal though and would definitely stay here again.
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"We stayed at Dolphin in 2021 with our family, and it was ideal."
Plenty of space for the children. This year it was with our friends . Equally ideal with the en suite in 1 bedroom, and a toilet downstairs. Had a problem with the hot water, so rang the number provided, and it was sorted in only 15 mins. Fantastic. Would like to have more cushions in the lounge though, as 2 sofas quite deep. Are returning in September, with the family again. Thanks for the rental.
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"A big family friendly place in a great location for a beach holiday in Trearddur bay."
Nice and cosy. A few more items such as tea towels and oven gloves for the kitchen would have been useful but don't let that put you off. We had a wonderful stay here. The owner of the property passed their details on incase we needed anything which was a nice touch.
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"We came as a family of 8including 2children, the house was perfect we had ample space and the children loved the play room."
The house was in a great position to access the beach and shops and the house was well stocked. A big thanks for the cakes, milk and dog treats they were much appreciated. One point, it was very windy and the letter box constantly rattled until we taped it down. Thanks for a great stay.
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"We had a lovely few days stay at this property, it had all we needed, very spacious & welcoming"
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"Excellent location and a fantastic property."
Our party consisted of 7 adults, 1 child and 2 dogs. There was plenty of space for us all, the house had everything we needed and most importantly, the beds where comfy! There was enough space on the front of the property to park our three cars too. Great value and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this property.
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"We had such a lovely time the holiday house Dolphin was excellent, the location was perfect."
We managed to see most of Anglesey which is so beautiful we only ran out of time to see all of it but that’s a good excuse to go back.
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"Clean, modern and great location - had everything needed for a week away from home."
Garage was a huge plus - great for storing beach equipment Beds very comfortable which is a nice change from some holiday homes Would book again
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"We had a lovely week, and will definitely like to return."
..would highly recommend. Lovely accommodation, not far from beach.. the house was very bright and welcoming, and lovely rooms. All areas were clean, and the welcome pack was very useful, and kind of owners. Thanks
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"Nice, clean and comfortable."
Great location with plenty of things to do inside and outside of the house. We were 2 families of 4 kids and 2 dogs which worked out really well. Happy to return at some point soon.
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"Had a fantastic stay in Dolphin Cottage."
Easy to get to from motorway and within walking distance to beach and amenities. Cottage was clean and spacious and very warm . I would definitely stay here again .
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"Just a couple of suggestions."
.... Another door key would be better as we were 6 adults with only 1 key. Also maybe a lamp or two in the lounge as using the main lights made it exceptionally bright. Other than that, all was good. Nice house in a very quiet cul de sac. Adequately stocked kitchen. Towels and bedding smelt amazing.
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"A lovely clean house."
. The towels provided were excellent quality.I agree with one reviewer who said the kitchen was small.
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"Great facility for a family holiday, although kitchen perhaps a bit small."
Close to local beach, and other beaches easily accessible and not too crowded. Would definitely consider Anglesey again for a holiday location. Everyone we met in the area was friendly and helpful.
Summary
- Over three floors
- Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in double shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x second-floor twin, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, cloakroom
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room with gas fire
- Gas central heating with gas fire
- Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
- TVs, Blu Ray DVD, WiFi, films and books
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available
- Off-road parking for three cars
- Outdoor patio with seating
- Sorry, no smoking
- Sorry no pets
- Please note: This property only accepts bookings starting on a Saturday
- Shop within 0.5 miles, pub within 0.5 miles
The property
Dolphin is a lovely detached three-storey house, settled in the beautiful seaside resort of Trearddur Bay, on the north west coast of Anglesey.
This family-friendly holiday home is found in a quiet cul-de-sac close to all your essentials needs, and the picturesque Blue Flag-awarded Trearddur Bay Beach.
The bright seaside dwelling opens up into a small hallway, fitted with a classic French dresser showcasing the first stairwell.
Have a big family movie night in the snug sitting room and pick from a selection of films for the Blu Ray DVD player to play on the flat screen TV, lounge on one of the three large sofas whilst the flame gas fire glows in the background, or pick out a book to read from the shelf on a lazy Sunday morning.
The sitting room has patio doors which open out onto the outdoor paved garden area, where you can spend a summers morning sitting peacefully with your first coffee of the day, breathing in the crisp Welsh air.
Rustle up a delicious meal in the fitted out kitchen/diner, equipped with everything you need for a self-catered stay, including a dishwasher for the cleaning up.
The handy downstairs garage boasts a convenient washing machine and a freezer, there's also a cloakroom situated next door.
Make your way to the first floor and take your pick from one of three stunning bedrooms, including a twin, a double with a TV and the master bedroom, which features a generous king-size, TV and a glorious en-suite shower room with a lavish walk-in double shower, all with ample storage and a delightful coastal theme.
Clean off any unwanted sand from a day at the beach in the sleek family bathroom, where you can ease your stresses in a soothing bubble bath, or enjoy an early morning rinse in the large walk-in shower, there's even vanity lights in the mirror so you can do your make-up perfectly.
The second floor is a haven for the kids, as the stairwell takes you up to the sloped ceiling floor with a gorgeous bright skylight and plush chair, the floor features a generous twin bedroom and a kids' games room supplied with a TV, games and a desk in case you get a minute to yourself and want to catch-up on some work.
Dolphin is just a short walk away from an array of shops, restaurants, cafes, a golf club, and sandy beaches.
Visit the renowned South Stack Lighthouse, and observe the wonderful puffins on the nearby RSPB Reserve, or you can explore the secret rocky coves found along the coastline.
Walkers, cyclists and horse riders can venture along the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) which covers 95% of the coast through scenic farmlands, dunes, salt-marsh, woodland and cliffs.
Take a short drive over to the popular tourist attraction Anglesey is home to the enchanting Parys Mountain, spiraling around a vivid ancient copper mine and a stunning walk offering panoramic landscapes of this beautiful location, other Anglesey attractions include Beaumaris Castle, Anglesey Sea Zoo, Plas Newydd House and Gardens, and Newborough Forest.
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. Further afield there is the stunning Newborough with its excellent woodland and beach and Beaumaris with its town and castle. A great location with plenty to see and do!
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Please note: This property only accepts bookings starting on a Saturday