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Tales from the Mabinogion

  • 6 guests

  • 3 bedrooms

  • 1 bathroom

    +1 extra toilet

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This unique home nestled in the Swansea Valley is the ideal place to begin your adventures in south Wales. With easy access to both the Brecon Beacons National Park and the coast, you'll love spending your downtime in these wonderfully peaceful surroundings. It was used as a cart house when first built, but has since been totally revamped by award-winning Rio Architects. The result is a splendid home that combines contemporary minimalism with some traditional touches – the hosts have even added some Welsh-themed artworks for you to admire. And, if you head outside, you'll find a patio area where you can sip drinks in the sunshine – look out for the magic stone tree built on one of the walls. The popular Plas Farm Trail passes right by the cottage's front door, and a short road leads you down to the banks of the River Clydach then into a private bluebell wood. A twenty-minute car ride will bring you to the Brecon Beacons, where you can try your hand at a range of outdoor activities including rock climbing and kayaking. And, if you fancy a day at the seaside, you can drive to the Gower Peninsula in forty minutes to...


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What to expect


Highlights

Explore the gorgeous Brecon Beacons National Park – it's just twenty minutes away by car

Explore the gorgeous Brecon Beacons National Park – it's just twenty minutes away by car

Flop down on the sofa with a cool drink after a day of exploring

Flop down on the sofa with a cool drink after a day of exploring

Enjoy a delicious alfresco meal outside on the patio

Enjoy a delicious alfresco meal outside on the patio

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Home truths

    There is private parking beside the cottage

    You can use your laptop at the dining table if you need to work remotely

About this stay


Amenities

Wi-fi

Parking available

Washing machine

Dryer

Garden

TV

Bedrooms & bathrooms

3 bedrooms, 5 beds

1 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet

Extras


VIP services

Luggage storage

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Swansea

Wales’ second city offers a pleasing mix of culture and coastline in a compact package. Here you can wander around an art gallery or museum in the morning and feel the sand between your toes after lunch. From Swansea’s upgraded SA1 waterfront, you can follow the world’s first passenger railway route – on foot or by bike – to the little fishing town of Mumbles, via some glorious coastal views....

Explore the area

Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Explore the Enormous Margam Country Park

Explore the Enormous Margam Country Park

A vast terrain with a castle, orangery, gardens, and a rare breeds farm trail. Perfect spot for a picnic in good weather. Beautiful ruins and well-maintained grounds. Animal walk trail with alpacas. Wheelchair and buggy-friendly pathways. Lovely cafe and ice cream shops around.

29 min

Get around

Airport

Swansea - Experience Wales Fly Swansea

44 min

Cardiff

1 hr 13 min

Haverfordwest

1 hr 24 min

Train station

Neath

18 min

Bus stop

Rhos Post Office

19 min

Local shops & services

Convenience store

19 min

Cafe

8 min

Pharmacy

8 min

Points of interest

Beach

Black Rock Point

26 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Children welcome (1-12 years)

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 10:00

Departure before 14:00

Wifi

No air con

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    7

    days

    Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Richard

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. You will be greeted warmly at this beautiful Welsh home and your hosts are here to make sure that you have the most relaxing and enjoyable stay.

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