“A tricky start to our stay at St Agnes, the door wouldn't open with the key provided, despite the best efforts of the Sykes team we were nearly 6 hours waiting round trying to find a solution, by the time we waved goodbye to the locksmith it was 10pm.”
Seems the door had been deadlocked with a key that wasn't provided.
The team at Sykes were very good and despite the somewhat false start to our holiday, I can't see what more they could have done to solve the issue. So thanks to Alice, martin and the Locksmith.
We loved Borth Y Gest, a gem of a location, St Agnes is well positioned to benefit from the stunning views and the house felt part of the constant flow of tide and weather. Quite magical.
The not so great bits..
The kitchen was a challenge and frustrating to use, there just isn't enough prep space. There is no storage space - so our shopping and groceries were kept in bags on the floor all week.
Despite this we did manage prepare some great meals in the kitchen. Needs a Welsh Dresser
The house was overall very clean but have to say the the living room was a bit grubby, paw prints on the sofa and the rug and throws smelled very doggy.
The good bits
We had a great holiday with some amazing walks and found locals friendly and welcoming.
The view from the kitchen is magnificent, opening the bifold window created a marvellous perch to watch the wildlife - Heron and Cormorants fishing the incoming tide with a regular visit from a Peregrine Falcon. Watched Seals floating on the outgoing tide - amazing.
The bed room on the top floor has a great view of the estuary - the shower was one of the best - ever.
A wonderful location - recommended
So pleased you enjoyed St Agnes despite the lock becoming dead locked which as you know I have now replaced.
Yes I agree there could be more prep space for cooking but when I refurbished St Agnes the kitchen designer said there was no other way to give more space without disturbing the beautiful views.
I hope you return one day to stunning Borth y Gest .
Shan Property Owner