Located in Church Bay, renowned for its spectacular sunsets in North Wales, Glan yr Afon offers a warm welcome with an upside down layout. Enjoy the views from the balcony or upstairs living area which features a well-appointed kitchen and smart TV. The cottage also includes reserved parking and is close to Anglesey coastal footpath.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 575 sq m
Popular amenities
Beach view
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Glan Yr Afon - sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms
Church Bay is renowned for having some of the most spectacular sunsets in North Wales. The views from Glan yr Afon are wonderful, not least from its balcony which catches the afternoon and evening sun as it sets over the sea. The whole design of the cottage is aimed at optimising the views, with an upside down layout where the bedrooms are on the ground floor and the living area is upstairs. This is a very pretty corner of Anglesey, with lots of little villages, coves and beaches to explore, including the spectacular strand at Rhosneigr which is famous for its surfing and other watersports.
First Floor
Open Plan Living Space The cheerful upstairs living area has views over the countryside, the coastline and the Irish Sea. On one side is the well appointed kitchen with all necessary appliances including an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave. On the other side is a light and bright seating area with smart TV. Sliding doors open to a balcony from which to make the most of the terrific views.
Ground Floor
Bedroom 1 King size bed with sliding patio doors
Bedroom 2 A single room
Bedroom 3 A cosy twin bedroom
Family Bathroom A walk in shower room with WC and sink Outside
To the back of the house there is an open plan garden leading onto the lobster pot restaurant. There is reserved parking for Glan yr Afon guests.
The Local Area
Located just next to the fabulous Anglesey coastal footpath, Glan yr Afon is a brilliant base for exploring the north section of the island. There are wonderful walks and lots of secluded beaches, many of which are only accessible by foot. Also nearby is Melyn Llynon (Llynon Mill), which is well worth a visit to see one of the last working windmills in Wales, where they also serve some of the finest doughnuts in the country. With the well-known Lobster Pot restaurant on the doorstep and Catch 22 just a short drive away, there are some excellent options for eating out.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Location highlights
In a rural location
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Holyhead, this cottage is in a rural area. Bull Bay Golf Club and Holyhead Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and National Trust - Cemlyn. Summit to Sea and Ucheldre Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Holyhead travel guide
Is Glan Yr Afon - sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Glan Yr Afon - sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Glan Yr Afon - sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Glan Yr Afon - sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps from Swtan Heritage Museum and Porth Swtan. Church Bay and Anglesey Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Glan Yr Afon - sleeps 5 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Great location - minutes from the beach and the coastal path.
Wavecrest cafe has great reviews but sadly was not open.
Sue G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 4, 2025
Glan Yr Afon September 2025
Our 3rd time here, everything was perfect, The cottage, as previously, was excellent, roomy, comfortable and with everything you could need. And, to top the week off, we had virtually a week of sunshine.
The cottage is very convenient for seeing Anglesey, with the wonderful Church Bay 2 minutes walk from the cottage.
Already booked for 2026.
Thank you.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Craig L.
Jun 1, 2025
Great 1 week stay
Stayed here at end of May and can honestly say we will definitely return.
House is clean and comfortable, with amazing views from upstairs.
Admittedly this house is quite remote if you are planning on going on day trips to various places of interest. However the peaceful nature of Church Bay more than makes up for this.
Having the beach so close is added bonus.
Lobster pot restaurant right next door. If you visit and love seafood we recommend speaking to the guys at lobster pot seafood on the other side of the cottage and buying yourself some lobster/crab and cooking yourself. Something special about enjoying those views from your balcony while having dinner.
Craig L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa T.
Jun 1, 2025
Beautiful house in Church Bay
Stunning location. House lovely and well equipped. Nothing to fault - would definitely book the place again.
Lisa T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alison F.
Aug 30, 2025
Fab property in a fab location!
Glan yr afon is a beautiful property in a beautiful location. Less than 5 minutes walk to the gorgeous church bay, coast path & wavecrest cafe and 10mins walk up the hill to the church bay inn - (great for kids outside & they often seem to have food vans during the summer).
The property had absolutely everything we needed and the view from the balcony is fantastic. We absolutely loved it & would love to stay there again :-)
Alison F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sep 2, 2025
Great weekend away
A party of 4 ladies stayed at the property for a long weekend. The view was fabulous, the house clean and comfortable but there are a few areas that need addressing. The hot tap in the toilet is the wrong way round. The sink in the bathroom takes a long time to drain. The quilts on the single beds are not full single quilts they must be off children’s beds as quite small and would not have been adequate if it was cold.
We toured the area from Church Bay easily. Our favourite place was Moelfre and lunch at Annie’s Pantry. We also visited Trearddur Bay (and saw dolphins )and Rhosneigr.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aug 6, 2025
Lovely place to stay but some issue with the building
Lovely place adjacent to the beach & coastal walks. Beautiful view from the full-width window.
Some concerns.
No information to say there was an unprotected deep ditch yards from the house (we had our 3-year old grandson with us).
No window in main bedroom to open for ventilation - only a full-length sliding window.
No blinds on full-length window upstairs - also window very heavy to open.
Instructions on how to use the cooker would be helpful (+ some cooking tins)