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The Gatehouse apartment - Penysarn

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A two-story building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a paved street in front.
A room with a white leather sofa, a wooden chair, a large mirror, and a radiator.
A coastal scene with calm waters, boats, and rocky shores.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a kettle, and a sink.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
This apartment offers space for 2 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features nearby motorboating and fishing activities, along with access to golf facilities. The property is pet-friendly and located in a village near the mountains and beach, close to Amlwch Copper Kingdom and Bull Bay Golf Club.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Onsite parking available
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Anglesey, WLS
  • Place, Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Holyhead Harbour
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Place, Caernarfon Castle
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Gatehouse apartment - Penysarn

The Gatehouse is a ground floor apartment adjoining the main property 'Castle House' in the Village of Penysarn. The property has a large 250 ft garden which is currently a work in Progress as we only moved here ourselves a few months ago. The apartment has two bedrooms - a double and twin with a kitchen and brand new modern bathroom. It is dog friendly for up to 2 medium sized dogs. A charge of £10 per dog per stay is charged on arrival.
The tranquil beach of Llaneilian is only a mile and a half away down a country lane and makes for a beautiful walk. This then takes you to the stunning coastal path of Anglesey if you so wish.
Penysarn also nestles in the shadow of the Parys Mountain which was once the home of the largest copper mine in the world and is now a Heritage Centre.
We have a regular bus service which stops around the corner from the property every half hour and will take you everywhere on the Island or even North Wales if you so wish.
The nearest Town is Amlwch, about 3 minutes drive away, which used to be a thriving fishing and merchant Port. Fishing trips can be arranged if required.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
No cot facilities
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Re cycle items in the correct containers
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Food only to be eaten in he kitchen please

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10286353
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pen-y-sarn

Located in Pen-y-sarn, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Amlwch Copper Kingdom and Stone Science are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Tyddyn Sargent Coarse Fishery and Oriel Môn. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Anglesey, WLS

What's nearby

  • Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Holyhead Harbour - 46 min drive - 44.7 km
  • Bangor University - 49 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Caernarfon Castle - 54 min drive - 46.1 km
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 58 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

  • Llanfairpwll Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rozi’s Tandoori - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bell - Y Gloch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Port Chippy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The ring pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ann's Pantry - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gatehouse apartment - Penysarn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Gatehouse apartment - Penysarn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gatehouse apartment - Penysarn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gatehouse apartment - Penysarn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gatehouse apartment - Penysarn located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 3 miles (5 km) of Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Amlwch Copper Kingdom and Bull Bay Golf Club. Ora Beach and Traeth yr Ora are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend break

Wonderfully placed property for our weekend break. Exactly what we wanted, very comfy beds , near to the beach in a quiet village location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed. Spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice apartment and very friendly hosts

We had a great stay and fell in love with Anglesey. The apartment was clean and spacious and it will be even nicer once the garden is finished. The hosts were very welcoming and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2021
Thank you for your comments Kristina. We can keep you updated of the garden's progress if you like. The Turf has taken exceptionally well and a wild meadow has now been added including a bug hotel and two safety tunnels for hedgehogs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Castle house

Cosy, comfy well appointed apartment, in a fantastic location, excellent host and really appreciated it being dog friendly, thanks again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great visit

We would like to compliment our hosts for their hospitality and attention to our needs during our stay. We were very lucky to get such great weather too!! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Thank you for your lovely comments. We really appreciate them. We hope you had a safe trip home
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location

Perfect place for everything we needed. 7 minutes door to door from Bully Bay golf club, private parking & plenty of space for 2/3 people. Gwenda was incredibly helpful, welcoming & attentive from the moment we got there & we enjoyed the welcome basket! Thank you 🙏
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2024
Thank you for your lovely comments. We do try to make our guests’ stay a happy one. All the best Gwenda
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not impressed.

Oh the power of advertising! This property was advertised as being for adults only, with a large garden for the use of visitors/dogs. However, on arrival there was a family with 3 young boys in the flat above. The sound insulation between the two was negligible, so all we heard were thumps, bumps and loud conversation until 11.30pm. The 'garden' was accessed via the car park/building site, by squeezing between two vehicles, and was barely big enough for a medium sized dog to canter around! I presume by 'large garden' the car park was included? One also had to have said dog on a lead for safety to get to it as the property is also adjacent to the main road through the village. This renders the twin bedroom to the front noisy, and one is unable to open the windows as they are directly on to the pavement outside, so noise/security is an issue. Heating was at the behest of the hosts, albeit the woodburner was an option if you wanted to buy fuel. The single beds were of the smaller variety with only single duvets which slipped off on a regular basis, so sleeping comfortably was not possible. The 'homemade' Marmade marmalade, bara brith and pint of milk was a kind gesture, but did not make up for the dodgy TV (the signal was blamed but I believe the other flats did not have the same problem) and lack of radio. Signage to the beach was negligible so take your map/sat nav!!! Overall, an interesting stay but not one to be repeated. Buyer beware!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

I had a very warm welcome for both me and my dog. If was made sure I understood how all the appliances worked and knew were to find everything. The apartment was comfortable and cosy and well equipped with everything I needed including a small stool in the kitchen which was a godsend as I'm rather short to reach cupboards. The homemade bara brith and marmalade was a lovely touch and much appreciated. Great location for exploring the island. It was just a pity there is no pub in the village as would have been nice to have got out in the evening with the dog for dinner and a drink but being on my own and having no one to share a drive with meant not really being able to get out but that is the only thing I would change and def not a negative reflection on the accommodation just worth being aware of.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2021
Thank you for your kind words. We try very hard to please our guests and help them to have a memorable holiday. I agree, it’s such a shame about the pub. The community camaradre and social hub was lost when the pub closed down.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely accommodation and grounds.

Very good accommodation and ideal base for discovering Anglesey. Moelfre is well worth a visit with beautiful clear water in the bay and the Kinmel public house for food was very good also. Doggie friendly too
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this place

Every thing we wanted place perfect people lovely would DEFINITELY go back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Lovely spacious accommodation. Hosts very welcoming and helpful. Great location for exploring the Island. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

The apartment is in a perfect spot for exploring all that Anglesey has to offer beautiful coastline.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property, quiet location

The hosts Gwenda and Dick were lovely and advised if we needed anything just to ask. The apartment had great amenities even including to my happy surprise a dishwasher. The double bed was very comfortable and the shower has plenty of heat and power. Very well located for anywhere on Anglesey.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very friendly host really enjoyed our stay

Very spacious rooms and very comfortable and clean highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really enjoyed our stay

Easy to book
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely peaceful week

Had a lovely break at the Castle House apartments, great location for exploring Anglesey. Owners very friendly and helpful, apartment spacious, comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2020
Thank you for your review John. We are very grateful to you for having stayed with us and pleased that you enjoyed your stay. thank you for respecting our property during your stay. Regards Gwenda

About the host

Hosted by Gwenda

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We have many years experiences of looking after guests through B & B and self catering. Dic and I have 6 children and all have now left the nest (woohoo)! the bonus of this is that we now have 14 grandchildren.
We bought Castle House as we had originally thought to downsize but when you see the size of the property, you'll see that we got that wrong ! We used to own the local Village and shop which also had a Post Office. After 8 years of work beginning at 6.00 a.m and ending at 8.00 p.m. we decided that we wanted a 'life'. We also had a small cafe so we have many years of face to face contact with people.
My background is in theatre and television and I am a very outgoing person who enjoys the company of others very much. I get a lot of pleasure from entertaining and looking after other people which makes it ideal to be a holiday host.
My hobby is baking and cooking and I have an honesty cart outside the house and it has jams, chutneys and cakes on a daily basis which is another form of looking after people.

Why they chose this property

The property is quite simple but we have a very high standard of cleanliness and as we live on the site, we are available should any problems arise. This is the ideal location for a quiet holiday. There is a very large garden that we only discovered some time after moving in. It is still very much a work in progress project but we hope to have it looking the way we want it by next season. We see quite a bit o f wild life wandering around the garden and if you're lucky, you may even see our little squirrel The property is centrally located in the small Village of Penysarn and just around the corner is the Village shop and Post Office and opposite the property is the local craft shop which sells local ales and gins.
As you need a car to get anywhere on the Island, we are ideally positioned for you to get to wherever you want.
There are many different types of beaches not too far away, so if you're looking for a family sandy beach or a quiet little rocky cove, it's all here for you.

What makes this property unique

Ideal for a quiet break. And, we are open 365 days of the year.
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