Shirley Bussey

• Sleeps: 2
• Bedroom: 1
• Bathroom: 1
• Minimum stay: 2 nights

You’ll find the fabulous Shirley Bussey beautifully parked at Mount Pleasant Hideaway: a five-acre, adults-only countryside retreat in Rhosybol (Welsh for “moor in the hollow”) on the isle of Anglesey.

An iconic, bright yellow American school bus, Shirley stands out in a crowd (just like her Welsh diva namesake,) for a romantic escape with generous helpings of laid-back fun and creativity. There’ll be no need to call the dog-sitter either, as your best four-legged friends are very welcome to stay with you.

Step aboard and be greeted by a welcoming living space with warm wooden flooring and a cushion-festooned sofa… ideal for chatting over drinks, or simply snuggling up and admiring pristine rural views from the windows.

Generous facilities include Wi-Fi, a kitchenette for on-board catering, and a bathroom with a piping hot shower and flushing toilet. There’s a cosy kingsize bedroom right at the back, complete with a 40-inch TV for late-night movies and lazy lie-ins.

If the evening sun is shining, steal outside and watch it sink gently behind the trees, perhaps accompanied by a well-deserved glass of wine. Other al fresco delights include a firepit for late-night storytelling, and a wood-fired, bath-like hot tub for warming soaks by starlight – as well as a grassy, gated garden that’s ideal for doggy guests!

After a sound night’s sleep, greet the morning with coffee and birdsong before planning the rest of your day. If you’re staying on site, you’ll have five acres of gorgeous meadow walks at your disposal, so why not pack a picnic and choose your favourite direction? There’s a dedicated dog park to explore, too.

If you can bear to leave, there are charming country pubs just waiting to welcome you. Or take one of the many fascinating copper-trail walks to be discovered around Parys Mountain; almost on your doorstep and one of Anglesey’s must-visit locations. Climb to the Great Opencast and be rewarded with a spectacular array of colours from the ancient mine’s excavation, as well as distant views to Snowdonia.

At a glance

• An iconic American school bus, creatively converted into an adults-only, dog-friendly retreat for two.
• The bus is one of six generously-spaced couples’ retreats at Mount Pleasant Hideaway in Rhosybol, close to Parys Mountain on the isle of Anglesey.
• On-board facilities include a kitchenette and a bathroom with hot shower and flushing toilet.
• Outside await a private fenced garden, a firepit, and a wood-fired hot tub for stargazing.
• Explore the site’s five acres of meadow walks or exercise your four-legged friends in the dedicated dog park.
• You are ideally placed to explore wider Anglesey, with pubs, beaches and historic sites in easy reach.

Features

• Adults Only
• Dog Friendly
• Hot Tubs

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Those who love a seaside break are in luck, too, with some of the island’s most beautiful beaches accessible in a mere 15-minute drive. Head for the nearest, Cemaes Bay, to indulge in kayaking or paddle-boarding, or join the breath-takingly beautiful Anglesey Coastal Path for an invigorating stroll.

When you’re finally done, return to your Shirley Bussey sanctuary for another blissfully peaceful evening together… in fact, your entire break at this warm and welcoming retreat will be Something rather special!

Things to note

Dogs are very welcome at £25 per dog per stay, but please contact the owners in advance if you plan to bring more than two, so the right preparations can be made. Whole-site hire (up to 14 guests) can be arranged on request. Parking is 3 minutes’ walk away, with trolleys provided for luggage.