Glan Aber | Llaneilian | Bod Ednyfed | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.3★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

44 Customer Review(s)

Liz
April 2025

“Clean tidy property, all the amenities available .”

Owner very helpfully when we had an issue with no electricity. Which was resolved quickly, when explained it was a payment meter. Would suggest a small hoover, to make it easier to tidy than a brush.

Owner very helpfully when we had an issue with no electricity. Which was resolved quickly, when explained it was a payment meter. Would suggest a small hoover, to make it easier to tidy than a brush.

- Liz, April 2025
Alan September 2024

“The property was nice and cosy with log fire at night ,red squirrels are well entertaining”

- Alan, September 2024
Geoffrey June 2024

“Cumfy Clean”

- Geoffrey, June 2024
Richard June 2024

“Nice spot. The dog enjoyed swimming round the pond.”

(Owners dog was a bit over friendly to mine ? & had a habit of sneaking back through the hedge.) Would be happy to go back & book it again.

- Richard, June 2024
Jenny April 2024

“Would benefit with a folder containing local information of attractions along with instruction manuals for appliances.”

Also phone numbers of emergency vets, doctors, hospital etc. This is what we normally see in previous cottages we have stayed in. Also the chest of draws would be better placed as it covers the radiator blocking any heat coming off it so is of no benefit. Bedroom would benefit with better quality window blinds.

- Jenny, April 2024
Tony April 2024

“An enjoyable break.”

The cottage was well equipped and functional. Our host was very friendly and helpful. Could not do enough for us.

- Tony, April 2024
Hilary February 2024

“The cottage was lovely, warm and comfortable and we really enjoyed our stay.”

The bedroom is a bit cramped but that wasn't a problem to us. We were there in February and would love to come again in summer so we could enjoy sitting out on the south facing patio.

- Hilary, February 2024
David October 2023

“Really enjoyed stay a quirky property which was warm and completely adequate.”

Very refined space in bedroom so wouldn’t suit some. Stables very close and fine with us “pet” horse Barney part of the story and wanders about freely. In full control of electricity supply by inputting same £1 in meter. Val the owner very friendly and available if required. Great base for exploring Anglesey.

- David, October 2023
Neil October 2023

“Great place to base yourself.”

Quiet and lovely area and brilliant to access so many lovely places. The accommodation was very comfortable and Val was an amazing host.

- Neil, October 2023
David September 2023

“Our main memory of this cottage is the overwhelming sense of relief we felt on leaving(early)!”

The cottage is damp throughout and unfit to live in. The stale smell mentioned by guests recently is not down to dogs but due to dampness having penetrated all the soft furnishings. When the damp got into even our unused clothes we had had enough. We are in our 70's and have had cottages from Sykes' for many years and have never experienced anything like this. The owner does admit that the cottage is damp but claims it is only a small patch. In fact most of the internal walls to a height of 3 feet or so are wet to the touch. Previous guests have listed the many faults at this property which are caused by inadequate maintenance. Before any further visitors are sent may we respectfully request that the cottage be independently inspected and remedial work carried out. This was our only break this year and we feel cheated. If it is apparent that no action results from this and similar reviews then we will not hire from Sykes again.

- David, September 2023
Robert September 2023

“This cottage was not what we expected.”

Firstly dog friendly does not mean dog ready, we had to leave are dogs on the leads for alot of the stay as the property was not secure all the gates were bar gates evenn the on e to the main Rd. The others were to fields and paddocks with horses in them. We had to watch our dogs 24/7 incase the wandered into the horse field or went out to the rd. So not relaxing atall. Then the cottage itself ...all the doors in to it were very difficult to open as they scrapped on the floorings especially the kitchen door(main). Then the TV described as sky in the blurb was freesat and the remotes didn't work properly. There was only a high level shelf to put our clothes on and hang from. And this,was mounted on one side of the bed that you had th duck under to get in and out of bed. The bathroom!!!Well were do you start the floor was lifting and water damaged due to a leak we believe was still on the bath overflow as we had a big puddle at bathtime. The tiles around the bath were all coming away, literally if you knocked one the row would come off. There was no rubber seal on the shower screen , so the water would end up on the floor. There was mould on shower tiles and 4 inches of the wall near floor. The t.rail had burnt out the stat at some point so they just taped it up and left it permanently on full(major fire hazard). All the garden furniture was extremely weathered and the garden was in need of amw and weed, and the main garden light did not work. The carpet in the lounge even though the cottage allowed dogs was very dirty, it needed a major shampoo. The lounge definitely would be described as tired even the couch wasn't over comfortable...Not a good and pleasant stay.

- Robert, September 2023
J August 2023

“Loved our stay at Glan Aber.”

All we needed for a relaxing week whilst we explored the island. Val was most accommodating. We we definitely go again.

- J, August 2023
Arthur August 2023

“Lovely location to explore Angelsea, although the cottage could do with an upgrade.”

Val the owner made herself available to us immediately as we arrived. Unfortunately, we did needed to clean the walls/beamed areas we could reach as there were lots of long standing cobwebs/spiders. Not good when you are agoraphobic but can be kept on top of with regular dusting. We did find mould on the shower head and tiles in bathroom which we managed to clean most off. The bedding is in need of an upgrade. The guest beds upstairs were not usable and the cottage itself has an overall stale odour. The garden area has changed a lot since the photos on holiday let site. You can catch the sun in the mornings but the trees provide lots of shade on the patio area. The furniture shown in pics is longer available, although there are 2 rattan effect set of chairs and small table now. We did almost step into pony manure on our first day and we noticed the ponies were put to pasture in the guest garden area one day, so that would explain. The ponies were cute and friendly. The resident dog paid daily visits and he was a friendly guy but there was various dog mess in the upper part of the garden, which put us off sitting there in the sun. Overall, we were disappointed with our stay and cut our holiday short, although lots of positive comments in the guest book. It was just not for us and needs some TLC and good housekeeping.

- Arthur, August 2023
Simone July 2023

“Val was an amazing host.”

She is friendly and on hand for any questions or information about the area. The cottage is well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable self catering stay. The garden area is full of wildlife and sheltered enough that the strong ocean breeze doesn't affect you sitting outside. There are extra blankets and comfortable seats to rest on after a day of exploring. The log fire is very efficient and burns so well that there are few ashes to clean up in a morning. There are a wide range of shops all within a 10 minute drive. We found the cottage to be in a good central location and visited all sides of the island. Each coast is within a 40 minute drive. People are very friendly and the area is full of history. This was an informative and peaceful first visit to Anglesey and can't wait to return to visit Val and Prince.

- Simone, July 2023
Patricia June 2023

“Loverly little cottage, but would benefit an upgrade.”

Ideally situated for exploring the Island. Val the owner is a lovely lady and make you feel very welcome and ready to share her knowledge of Angelsey. Ponies, rabbits and red squirels are at the property, unfortunately we did not get to see the red squirels. Nice cove/ beach a short drive away ideal for paddle boarding, swimming etc. An enjoyable stay.

- Patricia, June 2023
Peta May 2023

“Lovely homely cottage .”

Comfy bed , settee , hot and powerful shower , pretty garden . Lovely position , close to lots of lovely beaches . Cooker a bit of a challenge ! Friendly host x

- Peta, May 2023
Anne May 2023

“Very little space down one side of the bed, difficult for someone with arthritis.”

Once there, the bed was comfortable! No storage space for clothes in the bed room apart from a metal shelf at head height.Garden not wonderful, grass not cut, though Val did explain that the gardener hadn't been. Ŵ

- Anne, May 2023
G April 2023

“Your General Feedback Would you like to provide feedback about the holiday property?”

This will be shared with the property owner. This cottage is in need of much work and is not as described .The garden is shared with owners very large dog that likes to poo everywhere. The cottage is unclean and smelly it needs much work doing to bring it up to the advertised pictures. I feel sorry for anyone paying hard earned money to stay here.

- G, April 2023
Diane August 2022

“A lovely tranquil place to stay, in a good location to explore the island, the owner couldn’t do enough for us, we will definitely stay again.”

- Diane, August 2022
Sylvia August 2022

“Just returned from a lovely week at Glan Aber.”

Val and family were very accommodating, and made us feel at home from the moment we arrived. The cottage is set in a quiet location surrounded by open fields, which made it a fantastic place to sit outside in the evening and watch the red squirrels in the garden. It’s a great location to explore the island from and we would recommend it to future guests. Thanks again Look forward to seeing you again….

- Sylvia, August 2022
Tim August 2022

“Generally, a very nice place to stay in a good location.”

The only issue was with the odour presumably from previous visitors having dogs to stay, which remained quite strong on the rug and furniture in the sitting room. The kitchen needed some inventory items renewing as some items were now in a basic condition such as pans to cook with and not having a sharp knife to use etc. Other than that it was a very pleasant place to stay with a nice host living nearby

- Tim, August 2022
Mark July 2022

“Had a lovely week, such a relaxing and quiet location.”

.Val made us so welcome, couldn't do enough for us ,really made our stay special. Thanks Val ..

- Mark, July 2022
Martin July 2022

“A very pleasant cottage to stay in with a lot of wildlife in the garden.”

- Martin, July 2022
Sharon June 2022

“Loved this cottage and its lovely surroundings.”

It was lovely to have the owner Val, close by incase we needed anything. The cottage is well equipped and has a lovely big patio area, with lots of seating. There is a lovely little cove just down the road and from there a nice walk to the lighthouse. A car park is just up the road from the cove, which is handy if you want to use a paddleboard. We will definitely be coming back.

- Sharon, June 2022
Heather June 2022

“All we needed to base ourselves whilst we enjoyed a lovely week exploring Anglesey.”

A warm welcome from owner Val and lurcher Prince, and home-made Bara brith - perfect with a cup of tea after long walks with our x2 lurchers. Didn’t see any red squirrels- maybe next time.

- Heather, June 2022
Christine May 2022

“Glen Aber is well located and our hostess was friendly and very helpful, although it would have been nice to have more than a few eggs as a welcome .”

A bottle of milk would have been appreciated. The kitchen is reasonably well equipped for two people and the seating area is comfortable. However the bedroom is not really big enough for a double bed with very little room either side and the mattress definitely needs replacing. We had to live out of our suitcases in the living room. The patio outside the property is spacious with plenty of seating which was very pleasant in the evenings.

- Christine, May 2022
Christine September 2021

“Cottage was chosen because near Pt Lynas (for dolphin watching) and dog friendly.”

We were very comfortable in Glan Aber Cottage - a red squirrel visiting garden a delight - and our dog loved all the outside space and got used to visits by the horses. Val the owner was friendly and helpful. The cottage is near the coastal path and in a very peaceful, quiet place.

- Christine, September 2021
Sue July 2021

“Great to have comfortable outdoor furniture at Glan Aber for both lounging and dining, at other properties I have found this to be either poor or absent.”

The situation of the property is gorgeous and in a great location for getting about on the island. Magical to be able to sit and watch the red squirrels in the garden. The property has a good sized freezer which was not listed when we originally booked the property, this was a huge improvement for us.

- Sue, July 2021
Frances June 2021

“Don’t be deceived by the rather dull grey exterior.”

Inside is a well designed kitchen, spacious living room, compact attractive double bedroom, modern en suite and useful attic bedroom. The WiFi works well. Outside is a large attractive garden opening out onto the countryside, with spacious patio and plenty of garden furniture. Even red squirrels and wild rabbits! Very quiet and peaceful setting. Wonderful coastal walking and many opportunities to find orchids and many other wildflowers especially in June.

- Frances, June 2021
Patricia May 2021

“We enjoyed our stay at Glan Aber and hope to return.”

The Cottage was cosy & comfortable. Val the owner made us feel welcome and was very helpful. The cottage had a lovely outside space that we were able to enjoy when the weather was nice.If you want some peace and quiet in relaxing surroundings then Glan Aber is for you.

- Patricia, May 2021
Lynne October 2020

“Homely cottage in a rural location but close to the sea.”

The owner Val was always on hand but not intrusive. Very kindly offered to dry our washing on last day and also extended our departure time

- Lynne, October 2020
Rachel September 2020

“We wanted somewhere comfortable, able to do some walking, met all expectations.”

Val the owner very nice and friendly. Lovely cottage with a lovely garden, beautiful area.

- Rachel, September 2020
Tracey September 2020

“Lovely accommodation in a very quiet but easily accessible part of Anglesey.”

Val is so very welcoming and more than happy to share her extensive knowledge of the island. A peaceful retreat for both of us.

- Tracey, September 2020
David August 2020

“Val is very helpful and she is happy to do anything to make your holiday better.”

We had everything we needed lovely cosy cottage

- David, August 2020
Shirley August 2020

“Just one suggestion, maybe a drying rail could be provided , on rainy days we had nowhere to dry our wet clothes.”

Maybe instead of the dishwasher a tumble dryer could be installed. But definitely need a clothes maiden.

- Shirley, August 2020
Samantha August 2020

“This cottage is set in a beautiful rural quiet spot that is great for exploring the island while retaining the peace and tranquility that's found on Anglesey.”

It is fully equipped with everything you will need for your stay and run by a lovely lady who made us and our dog very welcome. I would highly recommend this cottage.

- Samantha, August 2020
Andrew August 2020

“We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable cottage.”

We had a lovely welcome from Val the owner, and found everything we needed for our stay. It's a great base for touring the island and good walks locally on the coast path.

- Andrew, August 2020
Karen July 2020

“Although it is a lovely cottage the bedroom is tiny and there is no drawer space apart from 2 very small bedside cabinets and the hanging rail gets in the way when you are trying to get down the side of the bed.”

I stayed there alone but had there been two of us it would have been a problem. It is not as private as I had hoped as the owner lives in the cottage next door and walks through the cottage garden to feed her horses. The owner is lovely but I would have preferred more privacy.

- Karen, July 2020
John September 2019

“The listing mentions no freezer but in fact there is now a large new freezer and fridge with frozen compartment.”

Val, the owner, is very welcoming and available if needed (without overpowering). A quiet, homely cottage, just ideal for the two of us and an elderly Newfoundland.

- John, September 2019
Victoria September 2019

“No everything was satisfactory thank you.”

- Victoria, September 2019
Graham August 2019

“Good location for this very clean and comfortable cottage.”

Val, the owner was very friendly and keen to ensure we had everything we needed. Enjoyable stay and plenty of places to visit during our week on Anglesey. The town of Amlwch is a five minute drive away and has a large Co-Op with parking. Recommended.

- Graham, August 2019
Stephen August 2019

“Glan Aber is a great place for a holiday.”

Cottage very comfortable and really well equipped. Owner Val is a lovely person and always very helpful. The coastal path at Porth Eilian can be reached on foot from Glan Aber in around 30 or 40 minutes and then it’s up to you. Great walking, great views. Cottage described as having no freezer. Large Beko fridge / freezer now in situ. 5 minute drive to a really good Co-op in Amlwch. Why wait, book now

- Stephen, August 2019
Hilary August 2019

“We were very comfortable in Glan Aber.”

Val was very helpful and friendly and made us feel at home. The cottage is very rural which suited us very well and we enjoyed watching the little white pony grazing just beyond the kitchen door. We had everything we needed for the holiday in the cottage and it is in a good position for exploring Anglesey.

- Hilary, August 2019
Jennifer July 2019

“Glan Aber is in a quiet peaceful location with plenty of wildlife about in the garden, we watched a family of rabbits on the lawn in the early morning, fed a pony grazing in the field near bye.”

Val our landlady was a delightful person , always ready to help out if there were any problems( which there weren't) The beach and facilities were only a short drive away or accessible on foot if you preferred and were fit. . The cottage is quite small but had everything we needed

- Jennifer, July 2019

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Summary

One bedroom: 1 x double, eaves room has 2 Z beds, suitable for children or occasional guests
Bath with shower over, loo and basin
Open plan living, kitchen and dining area.
Electric heating, WiFi, electric oven/hob, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, Freesat TV facilities, woodburning stove
2 well behaved dogs are welcome (No puppies)
Note: There is not a tumble dryer in the property however there is the possibility of using the owners tumble dryer.

The property

Glan Aber is a sweet, simple holiday cottage in a tranquil countryside location on the northern corner of Anglesey.

You are just a few minutes drive away from the secret little bay at Porth Eilian, where you can access the coastal path up to the lighthouse at Point Lynas where porpoises and dolphins are often spotted.

Nearby Amlwch, also a short drive away, has an interesting old port to visit and there are the old copper mines at Parys Mountain where you can also soak up some fresh air on a fabulous walk. The living space is entirely open plan and encompasses the kitchen, sitting and dining area.The kitchen is well equipped with an electric oven/hob, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave and toaster.To one side is a wooden dining table and chairs sitting up to four people.The sitting area is lovely and cosy as the comfy corner sofa and armchair are set around a wood burning stove, there’s also a TV. From the sitting room you take one step down into the pretty double bedroom, and there are stairs from the living space that lead up to an eaves bedroom that has two Z beds which are suitable for children or occasional guests. The bathroom has a bath with shower over, loo and wash hand basin. Outside you will find a relaxing,naturally planted space with multiple seating options to the front and back of the holiday cottage.There is also parking space for up to two cars next to the cottage. "A sweet and simple cottage in a peaceful, tranquil location." Glan Aber is surrounded by lovely little bays, as well as interesting and fun tourist attractions.Book a holiday here and you'll have a cosy cottage to return to after a day exploring the island of Anglesey.You are sure to enjoy it, whatever the weather!

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

LLANEILIAN

Amlwch 2 miles; Moelfre 7 miles.

A scattered, rural village situated close to the cliffs of Point Lynas and the little bay of Porth Eilian, on the beautiful north coast of Anglesey. Llaneilian stands amidst lovely countryside, which is perfect for scenic walks and cycle rides, but is perhaps best known for its lighthouse built in 1835, and its small, attractive shingle and sand beach, which is sheltered by cliffs and headland making it perfect for swimming, boating, fishing and other water sports. Just 2 miles west is the old port of Amlwch, the most northerly town in Wales, and Parys Mountain, where visitors can enjoy the Copper Mine Trail Walk amidst the old ruins of what was once the world's largest copper mine in the 18th century. Amlwch's harbour dates back to the Middle Ages and once was a thriving port. There is excellent fishing and golf nearby as well as beautiful sandy beaches and spectacular cliff top walks. Enjoy the medieval town of Beaumaris, with its 13th century moated castle, museums, excellent shops, pubs and restaurants, take a day trip into Snowdonia or visit Dublin from the nearby port of Holyhead.

Note: This property has a good Housekeeping Bond of £150

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Reviews & Ratings

“Clean tidy property, all the amenities available .”

“The property was nice and cosy with log fire at night ,red squirrels are well entertaining”

“Cumfy Clean”

“Nice spot. The dog enjoyed swimming round the pond.”

“Would benefit with a folder containing local information of attractions along with instruction manuals for appliances.”

“An enjoyable break.”

“The cottage was lovely, warm and comfortable and we really enjoyed our stay.”

“Really enjoyed stay a quirky property which was warm and completely adequate.”

“Great place to base yourself.”

“Our main memory of this cottage is the overwhelming sense of relief we felt on leaving(early)!”

“This cottage was not what we expected.”

“Loved our stay at Glan Aber.”

“Lovely location to explore Angelsea, although the cottage could do with an upgrade.”

“Val was an amazing host.”

“Loverly little cottage, but would benefit an upgrade.”

“Lovely homely cottage .”

“Very little space down one side of the bed, difficult for someone with arthritis.”

“Your General Feedback Would you like to provide feedback about the holiday property?”

“A lovely tranquil place to stay, in a good location to explore the island, the owner couldn’t do enough for us, we will definitely stay again.”

“Just returned from a lovely week at Glan Aber.”

“Generally, a very nice place to stay in a good location.”

“Had a lovely week, such a relaxing and quiet location.”

“A very pleasant cottage to stay in with a lot of wildlife in the garden.”

“Loved this cottage and its lovely surroundings.”

“All we needed to base ourselves whilst we enjoyed a lovely week exploring Anglesey.”

“Glen Aber is well located and our hostess was friendly and very helpful, although it would have been nice to have more than a few eggs as a welcome .”

“Cottage was chosen because near Pt Lynas (for dolphin watching) and dog friendly.”

“Great to have comfortable outdoor furniture at Glan Aber for both lounging and dining, at other properties I have found this to be either poor or absent.”

“Don’t be deceived by the rather dull grey exterior.”

“We enjoyed our stay at Glan Aber and hope to return.”

“Homely cottage in a rural location but close to the sea.”

“We wanted somewhere comfortable, able to do some walking, met all expectations.”

“Lovely accommodation in a very quiet but easily accessible part of Anglesey.”

“Val is very helpful and she is happy to do anything to make your holiday better.”

“Just one suggestion, maybe a drying rail could be provided , on rainy days we had nowhere to dry our wet clothes.”

“This cottage is set in a beautiful rural quiet spot that is great for exploring the island while retaining the peace and tranquility that's found on Anglesey.”

“We enjoyed our stay in this comfortable cottage.”

“Although it is a lovely cottage the bedroom is tiny and there is no drawer space apart from 2 very small bedside cabinets and the hanging rail gets in the way when you are trying to get down the side of the bed.”

“The listing mentions no freezer but in fact there is now a large new freezer and fridge with frozen compartment.”

“No everything was satisfactory thank you.”

“Good location for this very clean and comfortable cottage.”

“Glan Aber is a great place for a holiday.”

“We were very comfortable in Glan Aber.”

“Glan Aber is in a quiet peaceful location with plenty of wildlife about in the garden, we watched a family of rabbits on the lawn in the early morning, fed a pony grazing in the field near bye.”

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About the location

LLANEILIAN