Anglesey holiday let – self catering in Cemaes Bay
The Moorings is a ground floor apartment on the edge of the water overlooking Cemaes Bay. Originally the ground floor was part of a house built for a “Sea Captain”. The property has kept many of the original late Edwardian features.
The large shared garden forms part of the sea wall, allowing direct access to the beach. The costal path passes directly outside the garden gates providing great coastal walks in either direction.
Highly rated on TripAdvisor, it has breath taking views from its position on the edge of the idyllic village of Cemaes. Less than 5 minutes walk to the shops, pubs and cafes.
The Moorings provides an ideal base for exploring the area. The large garden provides plenty of space for kayaks, plus storage for bicycles, fishing and beach equipment. For the adventurous there is a small slipway steps away from the gate which provides excellent launching for small sailing dinghy’s and kayaks.
A fantastic location for a family holiday, walking, kayaking, sailing, cycling, birdwatching or fishing. A real versatile location!
Details / Description
The setting of The Moorings is really quite special, offering breath-taking sea views of Cemaes Bay across to National Trust land.
Whatever time of the year, this beautiful property offers exceptional views of the harbour and Cemaes Bay from the sunroom, lounge and two of the bedrooms.
Cemaes is a small fishing village with colourful houses, shops (Post Office, pharmacy, village stores) pubs, cafes and a Doctors surgery. It is located on the north coast of Anglesey and is a good starting point for coastal walks and bird watching. There is a nature reserve a few miles away at Cemlyn which is renowned for its bird watching and Church Bay further along the coast boasts a lovely beach with bistros serving locally caught lobster and crab.
At the eastern end of the village is a broad, flat, sandy beach which offers a great venue for sunbathing, swimming and water sports.
This apartment can sleep up to 9, book in combination with The View @ The Moorings to accommodate a group of up to 14.
Property description
Kitchen
The kitchen is well equipped with a cooker, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, kettle, coffee machine, toaster, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer. Most appliances are recently updated although the kitchen itself is dated, but very functional
Wrap Around Sun Room
A long wooden table seating 8 (additional chairs available) in the spacious dining area, where panoramic windows provide stunning views of the sea and bay. There is also a comfortable seating area with a wrap around large sofa, wingback arm chair and footstool – great for watching the tide come and go! A telescope and a set of binoculars are provided. The perfect setting for bird watching and even a seal off the old pier. A chest contains cosy blankets and there is a further bench, habitat folding chairs and sun loungers that can be used on the decking.
Lounge
The light and airy well-proportioned lounge has the original ornate wooden fire surround with an integrated log burner, perfect to provide a welcoming glow and warmth on a winter evening. The white beamed ceiling and glass panelled doors give a feeling of lightness and airiness enhanced by the spectacular views out to sea. There is a 3-seater sofa, three armchairs, a 43 inch TV with Freeview and DVD player and a Bluetooth speaker. Books, games and DVDs are to be found on the shelves of the dresser.
Bedroom 1: En suite
King-sized bed with an “Eve” mattress and sea views across the bay. The white beamed ceiling brings plenty of character to this double bedroom which also contains matching bedside cabinets and a triple wardrobe with shelves for plenty of storage. The small en suite contains a shower, heated towel rail and toilet.
Bedroom 2
This bedroom contains twin single beds and a triple bunk (double bed on the lower bunk). There is also a wardrobe with draws, 2 further draws under the beautiful window seat with views onto the beach.
Bedroom 3
This double bedroom contains bedside cabinets and a chest of drawers in the wardrobe.
Bathroom
A white-tiled bathroom contains a full-size bath with over shower, toilet, sink and a heated towel rail.
Shower Room
Next door to the bathroom is a spacious shower room with a walk-in shower, toilet, sink, electric fan heater and a heated towel rail.
Entertainment
43 inch TV, Freesat, DVD player with selection of DVD’s, Bluetooth speaker and a selection of games, jigsaws and books in the lounge. A pair of binoculars and a telescope are provided – you might just spot a seal and bird-watching becomes a habit!
Outside
A private decking area with table, benches and parasol for The Moorings can be accessed through the sunroom. A “Char-Broil” barbecue for use on the decking is stored in the sunroom.
The property has the benefit of a very large garden overlooking the bay which is shared with the upstairs apartment.
Beach equipment including deck chairs, crabbing lines, buckets and spades are all available in the garden storage area. There is a covered hanging area for wetsuits and a rotary washing line that can be placed in the garden.
There is off road parking for two vehicles, with additional free parking spaces only meters away next to the seawall.
Please note: Access to the property is via steps, all with handrails: either 4 steps up from the path and lower garden gate or 11 wide staggered steps down from the car park. Once inside the apartment is on one level other than a step down into the sunroom.
Essential information
- Incredible sea views, right on the beach.
- Ground floor bedrooms (Property is elevated for fantastic views).
- Linen and towels provided (not beach towels)
- Central heating with log burner
- Private parking for 2 vehicles
- Internet access
- Walk in shower, heated towel rails.
- Can be booked with the top flat (The View @ The Moorings) to accommodate 14
- Cot and highchair
Things to do / Places to Visit nearby
Cemaes Bay Harbour and beach – Cemaes is a gorgeous, unspoilt coastal village on the North coast of Anglesey, the most northerly village in Wales with a lovely little harbour and a wide sandy beach.
Llyn Alaw – Enjoy a stroll along this large Anglesey reservoir. It covers 770 acres and has a number of walking trails along the water. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a destination for over-wintering birds. There are also wildflowers, butterflies and bird hides where you can look out for the variety of birds that visit the lake.
Melin Llynnon Mill – Melin Llynnon, or Llynnon Mill, is a gristmill located on the outskirts of the village of Llanddeusant on the island of Anglesey. It is the only surviving working windmill in Wales. Lovely homemade food in the cafe.
