Barry Island Beachfront Getaway + Private Parking

Summary:

This bright seafront apartment is a perfect getaway for couples and young families on the South Wales coast. In just a few steps, you can be on the golden sands of Barry Island Beach, getting fish & chips on the promenade or trying your luck in the iconic amusement arcade. With kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, sofa bed, private parking and stunning sea views, this Salt & City Stays property is the perfect holiday getaway, with everything it has to offer on your doorstep.



The Space:

The spacious, newly renovated apartment has a light and airy kitchen and dining area, with the four-person dining table tucked into the large bay window, giving you the most scenic dinner views while enjoying a post-beach meal. Within the same space, the kitchen, which comprises calm white units, a pine worktop and cool blue tiling, reflects the nautical feel of the views outside. It is fully equipped with everything you need, such as a kettle, toaster, microwave, 60/40 fridge-freezer, electric oven with hobs, and washing machine with dryer. The sink unit looks out over the waves, with a fully integrated dishwasher below. Freshly ground coffee is provided - enjoy a cup of coffee whilst gazing out to sea on your relaxing break.

The lounge area has an armchair and comfortable sofa, which doubles up as a sofa bed for the little ones. This is a lovely area to relax after your seaside adventures and is a quiet spot in the building for sleepy children. It also has a 32” high-definition TV and Bluetooth speaker for entertainment, as well as Ottoman storage. If you want to stay connected during your break, we have dedicated Wifi through the apartment.

The large bedroom with a double bed, bedside table with lamp, wall mirror, ample storage, and large windows, has views over the neighbouring bowls club! This property is perfectly suited for two adults or small families with young children, with a fold-out sofa bed in the lounge. Despite being central to Barry Island and close to all amenities and attractions, this property provides a peaceful retreat to relax and unwind after a busy day on the coast.

A fresh, modern family bathroom has a WC, wash hand basin, electric heaters, and shower over the bath near the entrance to the property, flooded with light from the overhead skylight.

This property doesn’t have a garden, but being so close to the golden crescent of Whitmore bay beach, which is literally across the road, you certainly won’t want to be anywhere else! A few steps off the sand and you’re back in the apartment, making this property perfect for days spent on the beach.

This property benefits from having private access parking, something rare in this bustling town. The private gated car park is situated through silver gates where your No 10 parking space is allocated, and you enter the building through the white door in the car park.



Guest Access:

To make the most of your stay, and the South Wales coast, we recommend having a car available during your stay. However, the apartment is easily accessible from all public transport routes:



BUS

Public transportation runs frequently from the island to the town centre and beyond. Please check bus stops for more information and times



BIKE RENTALS

Black Tab - Literally below the apartment next to Cadwalders. For a bit of fun, you can hire a Tandem Bike. If you're feeling up to it! (seasonal)



TRAIN

Barry Island train station is a 2-minute walk away from the apartment and can link you straight into Cardiff and beyond very easily.



WALKING

You are in a great location and can easily by foot reach local supermarkets such as Asda or walk into the Goodsheds within 10-15 minutes.



The Neighborhood:

Barry Island is a vibrant, attractive seaside resort known for bucket and spade holidays and fantastic sandy beaches. The bright lights of Barry Island Pleasure Park can be an exciting allure, while the colourful Victorian beach huts are a reminder of bygone British summers. In fact, if you’re after a taste of days gone by, then a trip to Barry Tourist Railway, where you can ride on historic diesel locomotives and steam engines, is a must.



A trip to Barry isn’t about rushing about though - there are plenty of beautiful beaches nearby for relaxing swims, picnics, and hours sunbathing with a good book. While Whitmore Bay is the main stretch and is handy for grabbing lunches in the nearby fish and chip shops, nearby Jackson’s Bay is much more relaxing. With fewer visitors to this smaller pretty beach, you’ll need to head around the headland towards Cardiff, beyond Nell’s Point. It’s more secluded for a tranquil afternoon, but do note that there are no lifeguards if you’re intending on taking your children.



If you’d like a bit of outdoor adventure between your relaxing, then head to Cold Knap Bay, where you’ll be able to try a spot of windsurfing and kitesurfing. The bump and jump tides flow over the pounded, underwater sandbanks to provide the perfect conditions for these popular watersports. These crevices in the golden sands, warmed by the summer sun and enclosed by fingers of rock jutting out around the beach, can also provide perfect conditions for sea fishing.



As well as the Wales Coast Path, which winds its way around Barry in a beautiful 4-mile stretch, you might like a leafy walk through Knap Lake and Gardens, where you can picnic in peace while watching the swans bob on the small lake. Nearby, 220 acres of meadowland sits below a large, Victorian viaduct at Porthkerry Country Park.



If you’ve decided to leave the cooking to someone else while on your relaxing seaside break, then you’ve got plenty of choices. Finnegan’s Fish Bar serves lovely fresh fish and chips, while Whitmore & Jackson serve Welsh, contemporary food and are well-known for their fantastic Welsh afternoon tea. And the dessert is sorted as Cadwaladers, just downstairs from the apartment, serves ice cream, hot and cold drinks, and delicious sundaes.



Getting Around:

A private parking space is allocated for No.10. Please be aware there is a height restriction of 1.8m on this parking space.



To make the most of your stay, and the South Wales coast, we recommend having a car available during your stay. However, the apartment is easily accessible from all public transport routes:



BUS

Public transportation runs frequently from the island to the town centre and beyond. Please check bus stops for more information and times



BIKE RENTALS

Black Tab - Literally below the apartment next to Cadwaladers. For a bit of fun, you can hire a Tandem Bike. If you're feeling up to it! (seasonal)



TRAIN WALKING

Barry Island train station is a 2-minute walk away from the apartment and can link you straight into Cardiff and beyond very easily.



You are in a great location and can easily by foot reach local supermarkets such as Asda or walk into the Goodsheds within 10-15 minutes.



Other Things to Note:

Other things to note:



- All bed linen and towels are provided, although we request that towels are not used for the beach.

- A private parking space is allocated for No.10. Please be aware there is a height restriction of 1.8m on this parking space.

- 24-hour CCTV throughout the communal parts of the building.

- Sorry, no pets are allowed at this property.

- We kindly ask that you do not smoke while visiting this property.

- 2-minute walk to Barry Island train station and a 10-minute walk to shops and supermarkets.

- Dedicated Wifi throughout.

- Bed linen for the sofa bed will be provided for bookings of 3 or more guests. Please ensure you include the correct number of guests in your booking.

-If you are two guests and want the sofa bed there's an additional charge of £25.



Interaction with Guests:

Salt & City Stays will be available throughout your entire stay to ensure you have everything you need. From answering inquiries to assisting with recommendations or issues, we are here to make your stay seamless and enjoyable. You may hear from any of us in our small, dedicated team during your stay.