Cysgod y Coed (Shade of the Trees) is our first property on the Isle of Anglesey. Converted from a former-milking parlour by a pair of Under the Thatch's most regular guests, this project shares our ethos for conservation (all lime mortars and limewashes etc) and sustainability (in its high levels of insulation that keep it snug in winter).
This charming property provides all the essentials - a peaceful location with open country views, a large four-poster bed, wood-burner and luxury roll-top bath, and all just 10 minutes from a sandy beach. Three bedrooms, a bath and two shower rooms.
Located half a mile down a private track shared only by the farmhouse further along, you have easy access to the many beaches along the coast of the North of the island. In case you aren't familiar with the Isle of Anglesey, it is connected to the mainland by two remarkable bridges, and is speedily accessed by the A55 expressway.
Unlike our other conversions, Cysgod-y-Coed is generally rustic in style, with an inglenook fire, slate flagstone floor, and reclaimed timbers used for new works. The property enjoys open views across the countryside and has a small pool adjacent that was originally a mill-pond.
What makes it an 'Under the Thatch' property is that the barn has been renovated using traditional materials, sourced locally.
It provides a luxurious environment that is comfortable and stylish, for up to six people in a beautiful open landscape with pleasant views.
The main bedroom is huge, enjoying country views both back and front, a king-size tester bed (four poster) and a double-ended roll-top bath in the corner. The sort of bedroom that makes you want to stay home all day.
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Children of all ages are welcome but note that the adjacent mill pond may pose a risk. The garden around the building is enclosed by a stone wall and gates but there is a potential risk to small children from the pool if they go outside this.
In detail:
The property is entered up a short flight of steps from the parking, and one further step to access the entrance hallway.
Being newly converted the property is insulated to a high level to meet the new building regulations. It is heated by covered storage radiators in each room. There is also a wood-burning stove in the lounge.
which leads to all ground floor rooms, and galley landing above.
A large, family room with pine table for six. Local granite worktops, and (of course) a dresser. Rustic cupboards and a large Belfast sink.
Full-size oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, toaster etc. Note there is no washing machine or dishwasher. Radio. French doors to front patio and open country views.
A large room with comfortable 'Knowle' type sofas, and a new and efficient wood-burning stove (first basket of fuel supplied).
Large widescreen plasma-type Teletext 32" TV with DVD player. Quality music stereo with CD player and tuner. French doors to front patio and open country views.
A family bathroom of good size with quality shower and contemporary handbasin mounted on a slice of local polished granite. Towels supplied. Views to rear.
A large and comfortable room with king-size four-poster bed, windows overlooking open fields, wardrobe and double-ended roll-top bath.
with double bed, window overlooking open fields.
Two single beds, window overlooking open fields.
Shower room with contemporary fittings. Towels supplied.
Enclosed with rear garden including picnic table and wonderful open views over rolling hills. Patio to front.
Off-road parking for 2 average-sized cars.
What is there to do locally?
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For walkers, there are plenty of footpaths directly from the door; there is also a well-marked network of good footpaths that run over 125 miles around the island, through some of the grandest coastal scenery in Wales.
You will find wide sandy bays and estuaries; intimate coves; dramatic cliffs and rocky islets; sand dunes and forests.
Much of the coastline is designated as one of Wales' five ‘Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.'
You can even walk through the fields to a nearby pub.
The beauty of Anglesey, being an island, is that nothing is too far away.
Or head back onto the mainland for a daytrip into the heart of Snowdonia.
Cemaes Bay is only ten minutes away by car. It is a place of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the coastline is managed by the National Trust.
Take a trip to the top of South Stack Lighthouse.
The Iron Age Village, and working windmill Melin Llynnon is a good family day out.
To find some of the fine sites on the island around the coast visit Walks in Anglesey or
Anglesey's Official Tourism Site
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