Welsh Coast and Country Cottages
Spectacularly set in the beautiful Tywi Valley of Carmarthenshire, Aberglasney Gardens have been an inspiration for poetry since 1477. The story of Aberglasney spans many centuries, but the house's origins are still shrouded in mystery. The property and gardens, following their ownership by various notables, fell into a desperate state of neglect and disrepair, parts of it even being offered for auction in a London sale house. This was the turning point and the law stopped the destruction of the listed building. Public awareness was raised and the 1990's saw the formation of a Trust for the restoration of Aberglasney. In 1999 they were formally opened, a walk around the gardens will show you just how spectacularly successful the project has been. Amongst the gardens at Aberglasney you will find a magnificent Yew Tree Tunnel, Cloister Garden, Pool Garden, Stream & Pigeon House Wood, Kitchen Garden, Upper Walled Garden, Bishop Rudd's Walk and the award winning Ninfarium in the ruinous courtyard of the mansion. The gardens are now considered as being one of the very finest in the land. The facade of Aberglasney house has been completed but careful renovation and restoration of the interior is on-going.
Spectacularly set in the beautiful Tywi Valley of Carmarthenshire, Aberglasney Gardens have been an inspiration for poetry since 1477. The story of Aberglasney spans many centuries, but the house's origins are still shrouded in mystery. The property and gardens, following their ownership by various notables, fell into a desperate state of neglect and disrepair, parts of it even being offered for auction in a London sale house. This was the turning point and the law stopped the destruction of the listed building. Public awareness was raised and the 1990's saw the formation of a Trust for the restoration of Aberglasney. In 1999 they were formally opened, a walk around the gardens will show you just how spectacularly successful the project has been. Amongst the gardens at Aberglasney you will find a magnificent Yew Tree Tunnel, Cloister Garden, Pool Garden, Stream & Pigeon House Wood, Kitchen Garden, Upper Walled Garden, Bishop Rudd's Walk and the award winning Ninfarium in the ruinous courtyard of the mansion. The gardens are now considered as being one of the very finest in the land. The facade of Aberglasney house has been completed but careful renovation and restoration of the interior is on-going.
A sweeping drive leads to this spacious detached house surrounded by lawned gardens, it offers an ideal holiday base being 5 miles from Llandeilo, 3 from Llandovery and having the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains within a half hour drive. There are numerous pubs and restaurants close by. Llandovery has a thriving art and craft centre and Llandeilo (formerly the ancient capital of Wales) is a conservation area with attractive narrow streets and historic buildings bordered by the National Trust owned Dinefwr Castle and Park. Aberglasney and the National Botanic Garden of Wales are also within easy driving distance.
One of two recently converted barns situated on a working sheep farm in the Carmarthenshire countryside, this property makes a great holiday base. Llansteffan is just a 4 mile drive and has a beautiful beach, a ruined medieval Castle and sits on the peninsula which separates the Rivers Towy and Taf. There are numerous places of interest within easy driving distance including Carmarthen, Laugharne, Amroth beach, Saundersfoot, Pendine Sands and Tenby. There is a pub about half a mile away which serves good food. .
This spacious converted barn is situated on a working sheep farm in rural Carmarthenshire. The property is in a quiet location, however there is a lot to see and do in the area. Llansteffan has a beautiful beach, Oakwood theme park is 30 minutes and there are numerous attractions within easy driving distance, Laugharne, Amroth beach, Saundersfoot, Pendine Sands and Tenby to name but a few. There is a country pub about half a mile away which serves good food. Carmarthen has an excellent range of shops, pubs and eateries to suit all needs.
Ffarmers is a small village set in the heart of rural Wales. This area of mid Wales is very beautiful and allows access to the towns of Llandovery and Llandeilo (20 minutes drive), Aberaeron (40 minutes) and Brecon and Carmarthen about an hour. Lampeter, the smallest and oldest university town in Wales is just 8 miles away and has a rather cosmopolitan feel to it. The village pub, The Drovers Arms, owned by the community, is 10 minutes walk away and provides a warm welcome and good home cooked food. This converted former estate office offers very comfortable accommodation on a working farm with sheep, cattle and horses. A welcome hamper of bread, ham, milk, sugar, tea, Welsh cakes and wine awaits you on arrival.
Penygraig Granary is in the middle of the Cothi Valley and an ideal location for families or groups to escape to the country. This modern stylish barn conversion is the perfect place from which to explore the beaches, coasts, beacons and forests of mid and West Wales. Whether walking, hiking or biking, or simply chilling out in a beautiful secluded location, this spacious property is the perfect place to return to for a BBQ on the patio or an evening in front of the traditional wood burner. Fishing, Kayaking, Castles and Botanical Gardens are all nearby. Please note we have a 6 night break available on this property from 27th March to 2nd April 2010.
Penygraig Cottage is in the middle of the Cothi Valley and an idyllic location for couples or families to escape to the country, whether for a romantic break or an active holiday. This beautiful 300 year old stone cottage is full of character, with exposed oak beams, inglenook fireplace and log burner. This traditional setting is the perfect place to return to for a cozy evening in front of the fire after a coastal walk along Pendine Sands, a thrilling mountain bike ride in Brechfa Forest or a climb up the Brecon Beacons. Please note we have a 6 night break available on this property from 27th March to 2nd April 2010.
Rhandirmwyn is a very attractive village located in the foothills of the Cambrian Mountains in the upper reaches of the River Tywi and close to the towns of Llandovery (7m), Llanwrtyd Wells (12m) and Lampeter (20m) and Brecon (27m). The Brecon Beacons National Park and the Cambrian mountains both offer excellent walking and there are some great woodland walks around. There is a friendly pub and village shop with tea room and a friendly pub within a very short walk of the house. This detached house has recently been extensively renovated throughout.
Situated just 5 miles from Carmarthen, Wales's oldest town and 12 miles from Llansteffan beach, this extremely well appointed contemporary garden apartment offers very comfortable en-suite accommodation. There are plenty of places to visit within an hours drive including the Gower, Swansea, Oakwood theme Park, Tenby and the Brecon Beacons. Closer to the property you have the National Botanic Gardens, Aberglasney Gardens, Pembrey Country Park as well as the brand new Ffos Las racecourse. Y Polyn restaurant is within a mile and serves superb food for a special treat.
Situated on a working farm of 85 acres with sheep, cattle and free range chickens, this newly converted detached stone Barn which is in a totally rural and private setting yet with good access to the road network and local activities makes a perfect holiday retreat. There are footpaths nearby which lead to the Brechfa forest where there are some beautiful walks and excellent mountain bike trails. Carmarthen town is 4 miles away and offers a good range of shops, pubs, galleries etc. The village pub is about a mile and a half away. Pendine Sands are about 12 miles away and the superb Pembrey Country Park and Ffos Las racecourse are within easy driving distance as is Oakwood Theme Park.
This character cottage is set in the grounds of a 17th Century Flour Mill, overlooking the Falls, in the small Welsh conservation village of Cenarth. Cenarth is famous for its falls and salmon leap, the village has developed around these features. This is an ideal venue for fishermen and permits and licences can be obtained locally from the village shop. The local art of Coracle fishing is still practised here and a National Centre, including a Celtic and an antique shop, has been set up. The owners, who live nearby, have used great flair and imagination when renovating the cottage, maintaining its character and charm throughout. From this idyllic village location you have the bonus of being less than half an hour drive from the sea and many picturesque beaches
Enjoying an idyllic and peaceful location at one of Carmarthenshire's newest and most exciting Golf Courses, these barn conversions make an ideal holiday retreat. The three cottages sleeping 6, 4 and 2 respectively have recently been renovated to a high standard. In the well-kept grounds of the golf course is a coarse fishing lake, which is well stocked and can be fished by holidaymakers by prior consent with the owners. Guests with golfing experience are offered one free round of golf on the course. Those who do not have experience can always use this opportunity to learn. Within a 20-minute drive of the cottages, there are many beaches (some with Blue Flag status) and coves, ideal for exploring, walking and swimming. Within walking distance of the cottages (about half a mile) is the village of Saron, with a village store and friendly pub which serves good food, ten minutes drive away you will find a restaurant and leisure centre. The nearby towns of Llandysul, Cardigan and Newcastle Emlyn provide good shopping, galleries, restaurants, supermarkets and banks.
Enjoying an idyllic and peaceful location at one of Carmarthenshire's newest and most exciting Golf Courses, these barn conversions make an ideal holiday retreat. The three cottages sleeping 6, 4 and 2 respectively have recently been renovated to a high standard. In the well-kept grounds of the golf course is a well-stocked coarse fishing lake, which can be fished by holidaymakers by prior consent with the owners.
Enjoying an idyllic and peaceful location, this cosy barn conversion makes an ideal holiday retreat. Within a 20-minute drive of the cottages, there are many beaches (some with Blue Flag status) and coves, ideal for exploring, walking and swimming. Within walking distance of the cottages (about half a mile) is the village of Saron with village store and friendly pub which serves good food ten minutes drive away you will find a restaurant and leisure centre. The nearby towns of Llandysul, Cardigan and Newcastle Emlyn provide good shopping, galleries, restaurants, supermarkets and banks.
Outdoor Heated pool available from April to September inclusive. This old country estate sits in the heart of Pembrokeshire, making it a great location for exploring in any direction. Beaches, coastal walks, harbours, coracles, castles and other places of interest too numerous to list, are all within easy driving distance. There are extensive grounds around the properties of approx 40 acres, woodland trails lead down to the lake, some 1/2 mile away from the buildings, (a beautiful picnic and barbecue site). Anyone wishing to try out their mountain bikes off road would thoroughly appreciate this woodland trail, which would be equally suitable for hacking with horses or a gentle stroll. The owners are happy for guests to try their luck catching supper from the lake, which has been stocked with trout, there is a small charge for this. Within the grounds there are quiet areas. This is an ideal location for large families and groups of friends who wish to holiday close by to one another.
Outdoor Heated pool available from April to September inclusive. This old country estate sits in the heart of Pembrokeshire, making it a great location for exploring in any direction. Beaches, coastal walks, harbours, coracles castles and other places of interest too numerous to list, are all within easy driving distance. There are extensive grounds around the properties of approx 40 acres, woodland trails lead down to the lake some 1/2 mile away from the buildings, (a beautiful picnic and barbecue site). Any one wishing to try out their mountain bikes off road would thoroughly appreciate this woodland trail, which would be equally suitable for hacking with horses or a gentle stroll. The owners are happy for guests to try their luck catching supper from the lake, which has been stocked with trout, there is however a small charge for this. Within the grounds there are quiet areas. This is an ideal location for large families and groups of friends who wish to holiday close by to one another.
Outdoor Heated pool available from April to September inclusive. This old country estate sits in the heart of Pembrokeshire, making it a great location for exploring in any direction. Beaches, coastal walks, harbours, coracles castles and other places of interest too numerous to list, are all within easy driving distance. There are extensive grounds around the properties of approx 40 acres, woodland trails lead down to the lake some 1/2 mile away from the buildings, (a beautiful picnic and barbecue site). Anyone wishing to try out their mountain bikes off road would thoroughly appreciate this woodland trail, which would be equally suitable for hacking with horses or a gentle stroll. The owners are happy for guests to try their luck catching supper from the lake, which has been stocked with trout, there is a small charge for this. Within the grounds there are quiet areas, the owners are restoring the original walled garden and lily pond. This is an ideal location for large families and groups of friends who wish to holiday close by to one another.
This recently converted old corn mill lies in a hidden valley just a few miles from the coast, Laugharne, Pendine, Saundersfoot and Tenby being the nearest beaches. The local village is approx 1 mile from the property and boasts some excellent small shops, pubs and delicatessen etc. There are plenty of places to visit for all the family, fun days out, good restaurants for dining and places of interest, all within easy driving distance of the mill, making it a convenient, central place to stay to visit the whole area.
Nestling in a beautiful rural valley, this lovely substantial Water Mill conversion is approached along narrow country lanes and is waiting to be discovered. The location is ideal for touring the whole area, close to Laugharne, with a selection of sandy beaches of Pendine, Saundersfoot, Coppit Hall and Tenby all along the South Pembrokeshire coastline as well as beautiful Carmarthenshire. Guests are welcome to enjoy lovely tranquil walks along the river where there is approximately 1 mile of trout and salmon fishing.
Idyllically situated in the heart of the countryside, this striking barn conversion was once an old Granary and has now been renovated into an ideal retreat for couples wanting to get away from it all. The Granary is an ideal location for touring the surrounding countryside, visiting the Botanic Gardens of Wales with its immense glass house, Dylan Thomas Boat house in Laugharne and many places of historical interest. Within easy driving distance from the cottage there are a selection of sandy beaches to visit along this spectacular coastline of South Pembrokeshire.
Outdoor Heated pool available from April to September inclusive. Kingfisher Cottage. The sweeping tree lined drive leads to the delightful cottages nestling in this old country estate, but within easy driving distance to the beaches at Tenby, Pendine and Saundersfoot. The cottage is set in a large traditional courtyard and guests are welcome to enjoy the extensive grounds. The cottage has lovely views over the owner's private lake and the spectacular scenery of the surrounding countryside. You are even welcomed by the owners to fish for a trout in the lake, there is a small charge for this. Carmarthenshire is steeped in some of Wales' most famous history with kings, castles and legends abounding in this beautiful county. The cottages are ideally situated for touring and exploring Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Ceredigion.
Outdoor Heated pool available from April to September inclusive. A warm welcome awaits you at this superbly converted barn situated in a large courtyard in rolling Carmarthenshire countryside. The cottage is just a few miles from the beaches at Amroth, Saundersfoot, Tenby and Pendine. There is a picturesque well-stocked trout lake where you may fish for your supper (a small charge will be made for this) and superb walks with seating areas throughout the woodland and extensive grounds. The friendly owners have renovated each of the cottages at Maesgwynne to the highest standards and they provide a lovely base from which to explore any of the three counties.
Outdoor Heated pool available from April to September inclusive. Within a half hour drive of almost every attraction you could wish to visit on holiday, this carefully converted barn is one of a number in a large stone courtyard at Maesgwynne Mansions. The courtyard is at the centre of some 40 acres of grounds with mature woodland, a lake and various seating areas. There are numerous beaches (many with Blue Flag status), Folly Farm which makes a superb day trip for the young, with lots of animals, demonstrations and facilities you could want as well as the largest collection of antique fairground rides in Europe. This property is suitable for the semi-ambulant.
Situated in the Carmarthen countryside yet close to the Pembrokeshire National park and Ceredigion County (Cardigan), these two delightful barn conversions make a great base for touring. There are numerous beaches within about a half hour drive and many attractions including Oakwood, Heatherton, Pemberton's Chocolates, Laugharne Castle, the National Botanic Garden for Wales and Aberglasney Gardens, lost in time. The Preseli hills are close by and offer some superb walks and cycling. It is also an ideal spot for bird watching, red kites, buzzards and woodpeckers are regular visitors. The local pub is just 5 minutes walk away and there is leisure club about 2 miles away. The Cottages are situated on a small 6 acre farm with sheep, free range chickens and organically grown fruit and vegetables. St Clears, Whitland and Crymych are all within 8 miles and between them offer an interesting range of individual shops. Narberth is 15 miles away and really is a must visit town, with its eclectic range of galleries, boutiques, delicatessens and eateries.
Situated in the Carmarthen countryside yet close to the Pembrokeshire National Park and Ceredigion (Cardigan), these two delightful barn conversions make a great base for touring. There are numerous beaches within about a half hour drive and many attractions including Oakwood, Heatherton, Pemberton's Chocolates, Laugharne Castle, the National Botanic Garden for Wales and Aberglasney Gardens, lost in time. The Preseli Hills are close by and offer some superb walks and cycling. It is also an ideal spot for bird watching, red kites, buzzards and woodpeckers are regular visitors. The local pub is just 5 minutes walk away and there is a leisure club about 2 miles away. The Cottages are situated on a small 6 acre farm with sheep, free range chickens and organically grown fruit and vegetables. St Clears, Whitland and Crymych are all within 8 miles and between them offer an interesting range of individual shops. Narberth is 15 miles away and really is a must visit town, with its eclectic range of galleries, boutiques, delicatessens and eateries. The property is suitable for use by disabled guests.
This newly renovated farmhouse is spacious, welcoming and very well-equipped and furnished. It is just a few miles from the coast with Pendine, Saundersfoot and Tenby being the nearest beaches. The village of St Clears is just half a mile from the property and boasts some excellent small shops, pub, fish and chip shop, delicatessen etc. There are plenty of places to visit for all the family, fun days out, good restaurants for dining and places of interest, all within easy driving distance of the farmhouse, making it a convenient, central place to stay to visit the whole area.