Ysgubor Hir | Pontarddulais | Greynor | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.9★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

141 Customer Review(s)

Gill
May 2024

“Ysgubor Hir is a lovely spacious comfortable barn conversion style holiday home.”

Plenty of space outside for parking, plus very comfortable patio furniture & seating to make the most of any good weather. Ample room for children to play,quiet countryside location. Very welcoming owners& a generous welcome basket. Ysgubor Hir is in great location for visiting South& South West Wales. We look forward to returning. Gill & Mike May 24

Plenty of space outside for parking, plus very comfortable patio furniture & seating to make the most of any good weather. Ample room for children to play,quiet countryside location. Very welcoming owners& a generous welcome basket. Ysgubor Hir is in great location for visiting South& South West Wales. We look forward to returning. Gill & Mike May 24

- Gill, May 2024
James March 2024

“High-spec, roomy cottage set in pretty countryside.”

We had a lovely week there with our two very young children. The owners are friendly and helpful. I'd definitely recommend it!

- James, March 2024
Kay March 2024

“The property was absolutely lovely, it had everything you could possibly want, very well equipped, and lots of little extras, eg, salt, pepper, oil, excellent array of cooking utensils and crockery.”

It was very cosy and lovely and warm on an evening after a hard days walking in the countryside. We had a brilliant time, so peaceful and stunning countryside. Thank you.

- Kay, March 2024
Heather March 2024

“Everything was lovely.”

The cottage is well equipped and comfortable with plenty of space. It is situated in a quiet location yet is convenient for the coast or for inland trips. My only comment is that the lighting in the kitchen isn't quite bright enough for those of us who are elderly and/or with slightly less than perfect vision.

- Heather, March 2024
Helen February 2024

“We spent a weekend at Ysgubur Hir and had a wonderful time.”

The cottage is surrounded by fields, there is ample parking and it's incredibly easy to find. There is a local and shop and pubs within easy reach. The bird in the hand was particularly good and has a courtesy bus should you want to make an evening of it! Inside the cottage was beautiful. A large farmhouse kitchen with ample crockery and utensils. Dawn had left a welcome hamper which was a nice treat. The lounge was also spacious with plenty of sofa space, a mock word burner, overhead beams, loads of windows front and back letting in loads of light. There was a attic twin bedroom and two downstairs bedrooms, one double the other king-size. Three bathrooms, one with a bath. There is one step down to the bedrooms for those with mobility issues to be mindful of. I highly recommend this place.

- Helen, February 2024
Carol January 2024

“Lovely, cozy, well equipped cottage in a beautiful location.”

- Carol, January 2024
Manuela January 2024

“We had a great break at this wonderful cottage.”

Dawn was the perfect hostess and made us feel very welcome and the welcome basket was a lovely surprise after a long drive. The cottage itself is clean, spacious, comfortable and has everything we could ask for. Even when the weather turned particularly stormy forcing us to stay in, there was plenty to keep us busy and entertained. The location is another big bonus, quiet and immersed in nature but easy to reach, close to the M4 and from there a quick drive to plenty of interesting places. We'd recommend the Botanical Gardens of Wales, Penllergaer Forest Valley , Worms Head (Rhossili) on the Gower, and the Royal Mint as places worth a visit. For food, a standout was Pen Y Waun Farmshop, literally 2 minutes up the road: Gavin's dedication came across and both the meat and the jam were superb. We had a wonderful time and are already looking forward to an opportunity to come back to this gem of a cottage.

- Manuela, January 2024
Christopher December 2023

“Really lovely property.”

We had a great week. We hope to stay again in the near future.

- Christopher, December 2023
Marilyn December 2023

“A most comfortable and homely property.”

The added xmas decorations were lovely and a wonderful surprise. Also the hamper which was left. Muchn appreciated. Web will be back

- Marilyn, December 2023
Ita October 2023

“A lovely cottage much larger than looks in photos.”

Lovely and warm with comfy furniture. Dawn was very helpful and welcoming and left a lovely welcome package for us all. Everything you could wish for. Highly recommend.

- Ita, October 2023
Judith October 2023

“We can thoroughly recommend Ysgubor Hir, very warm welcome from Dawn the owner, very clean and well maintained, comfortable and warm throughout, good quality furniture and furnishings, everything you could need in the kitchen for cooking a meal, nothing had been missed.”

The welcome basket with milk in the fridge were very well received after our journey and even fresh flowers to welcome us. Thank you Dawn for a lovely stay we hope to visit again as there is so much to see in the area.

- Judith, October 2023
Andy September 2023

“Very pleasant, accommodating and welcoming owner.”

Excellent provision of facilities in kitchen and comfortable and spacious throughout.

- Andy, September 2023
Helen August 2023

“Fantastic cottage in a lovely, quiet location.”

Is probably one of the best equipped cottages we have stayed in which made it feel like a home from home. The owner is incredibly friendly and helpful and left us a lovely basket of goodies to enjoy that was very much appreciated. We hope to return one day!

- Helen, August 2023
Jennifer August 2023

“Had a fantastic stay.”

Cottage is exceptionally comfortable, homely and stunning surroundings. Owner Dawn was really lovely and left a thoughtful welcome basket full of Welsh treats, fresh flowers were a lovely touch. Nice restaurants locally and everyone was really friendly. Would highly recommend Ysgubor Hir and can't wait to go back.

- Jennifer, August 2023
David June 2023

“Great 'cottage'.”

Comfortable and well equipped. Friendly and helpful owner. Lots of beautiful countryside and places o visit within easy reach.

- David, June 2023
Andrew June 2023

“A wonderful converted barn, everything you could possibly need for a holiday break.”

Can't praise this property highly enough, everything you could possibly ask for and more. Beautiful area and owners very friendly and helpful, we will be back.

- Andrew, June 2023
Kathie May 2023

“Friendly and welcoming hosts.”

We found the accommodation comfortable, spacious, characterful and homely. Very well equipped kitchen, excellent quality furniture and furnishings. Comfortable patio furniture provided. Beautiful countryside around, peaceful surroundings but not far from the nearest towns. We thoroughly recommend Ysgubor Hir- we couldn't have found a better place. Thank you Dawn & Brian for an enjoyable stay.

- Kathie, May 2023
Brian May 2023

“Very enjoyable stay.”

- Brian, May 2023
Somaya April 2023

“We stayed here for my husband’s 30th birthday - the place was so homely with such serene views.”

Everything was provided for; from all cooking equipment down to bath bombs in the main bathroom. We unfortunately had some car trouble throughout the duration of the stay and had to leave our car in the garage to get repaired. Dawn was so kind enough to go out her way to help us find a garage whilst also allowing us to remain in the cottage past the check-out time until the car had been fixed. We are grateful to them for being so understanding and kind and I would recommend this place to anyone. What a lovely bank holiday weekend we had!

- Somaya, April 2023
Janet April 2023

“Great holiday home in a nice quiet location.”

We really appreciated the well-equipped kitchen and spacious, well-furnished rooms.

- Janet, April 2023
Boris April 2023

“Very tastefully converted barn, lovely kitchen and living room.”

Great location for many different activities for family with young kids. All attractions are within 1h drive which is brilliant. We`d definitely come back again, I can recommend this barn 100%.

- Boris, April 2023
David March 2023

“A wonderful retreat tucked away in a quiet setting .”

..perfect for recharging the batteries in such a relaxing environment and well placed for visiting many places of interest

- David, March 2023
Mark March 2023

“A really lovely cottage, with very high spec on all facilities and equipment, nice location and very easy to get to.”

Would certainly recommend as place to stay

- Mark, March 2023
Carol February 2023

“The stable conversion was a lovely place to stay, the under floor heating was brilliant for my elderly mother and also having bedrooms and bathrooms downstairs.”

The kitchen was brilliant, large, and with loads of equipment. The accommodation is situated in a rural area but close enough to visit Pontarddulais also Gower coast. There is a pub about 1 mile away, the food was excellent. Would have liked to sat on patio but with it being February there was no chance, but I can imagine in the summer it would be beautiful. I loved the space and the comfort. Will definitely be coming back. Dawn the owner is very accommodating and friendly, providing a nice welcome basket for us.

- Carol, February 2023
Robert February 2023

“A lovely cottage, beautifully furnished, clean and well supplied with little extras to make for a comfortable stay .”

Very well organised and maintained and a very helpful owner. Beds were extremely comfortable and a good shower unit. Just a bit remote for me, but I realise some people would value that.

- Robert, February 2023
Jamie October 2022

“This property is a hidden gem!”

A perfect location, hidden away but close enough to be able to visit plenty of sights within the area. The property was huge with ample parking space and plenty of room to accommodate 5 in comfort. The facilities were well appointed, with a well-stocked range of kitchen implements and utensils, the washing machine was very welcome, and the underfloor heating kept us toasty warm. The welcome from the owner was warm, with a nice welcome pack. Bedding and linen was clean, comfortable - special mention to the lovely sheets used throughout. I can thoroughly recommend Ysgubor Hir to anyone visiting the area and wishing to either relax away from it all, or to use the property as a base with which to explore further. The only thing I would have liked to have seen added would be a hot tub, although I appreciate that isn’t for everyone, and please don’t let a lack of one make you miss out on what is essentially a fabulous property in a great location.

- Jamie, October 2022
Michael October 2022

“Really great welcome from Dawn.”

The accommodation was excellent and had everything we needed.

- Michael, October 2022
Julie October 2022

“Can only reiterate what others have said.”

Beautifully appointed barn, with home comforts, warm, comfy,cozy, spacious, and clean with every utensil in the kitchen you could need, very well stocked. Beautiful location, quiet. We did a few nice days out to Gower and Laugharne. Dawn our host was lovely and welcoming.

- Julie, October 2022
Leanne October 2022

“Amazing cottage a real home from home.”

. 100% going back in few weeks . x

- Leanne, October 2022
Gaynor September 2022

“Ysgubor Hir is spacious, well-equipped and comfortable - perfect for a relaxing holiday for our family group of five adults.”

We found lots of places to visit in the Swansea and Llanelli areas.

- Gaynor, September 2022
Jane September 2022

“We have just had a great week in this fabulous cottage.”

Great amenities, beautifully clean. Very well located to explore the surrounding area. Dawn, the owner, left us a well equipped welcome box and was at the end of the phone if we needed her,luckily we didn't as everything was perfect. Would highly recommend.

- Jane, September 2022
Christine August 2022

“Comfortable, well presented cottage.”

Excellent facilities and very clean. Lovely and peaceful. Dawn very friendly but not in an excessive way. Thank you Dawn for a lovely stay.

- Christine, August 2022
Ian July 2022

“Lovely location and a really great cottage”

- Ian, July 2022
Jennifer June 2022

“Beautiful, well equipped, quiet cottage that we would definitely recommend to friends and family.”

We will return without a doubt.

- Jennifer, June 2022
Maria June 2022

“Ysgubor hir is a very lovely property in a great and quite location.”

The property was very clean and welcoming and very well equipped. Dawn and Brian the owners are very friendly and have thought of everything. I would highly recommend a stay at this property.

- Maria, June 2022
Alison May 2022

“A hidden gem!”

Beautiful property in a beautiful location with all the amenities you need. Would happily return. Thank you.

- Alison, May 2022
Julie May 2022

“Lovely property, very comfortable, delightful owners, lots to do in the area, would thoroughly recommend.”

- Julie, May 2022
Harry February 2022

“We had a warm cosy stay at Ysgbor Hir barn in February.”

We were delighted with the property from the moment we opened the door! The underfloor heating was amazing! The bed was very comfortable! And the barn had everything needed to make our stay enjoyable! Dawn the owner was very welcoming and left a thoughtful welcome box! The barn is in a great location for visiting the local towns and coast.

- Harry, February 2022
Steve December 2021

“Fantastic hosts and an amazing property to stay in.”

The place is so comfy, warm and cosy we all really felt at home. Dawn was very welcoming and very helpful with questions and was very attentive during our stay and paid a keen interest in us as a family/group and our children. The facilities are fantastic, we really could not fault our stay. Thank You! Thanks ever so much, we look forward to staying with you in the future.

- Steve, December 2021
Sarah December 2021

“I can't count how many times I've stayed at Ysgubor Hir.”

But I can honestly say as long as its available I wouldn't stay anywhere else. The owners Dawn and Brian are absolutely amazing and like my extended Welsh family. The property has amazing views always clean with everything you could possibly wish or hope for. I would definitely recommend and will always give it a 5 star rating. Close enough to the M4 which takes you to a wide range of other amazing adventures in Wales but still far enough to feel like your in the middle of the countryside. I could write so much about Ysgubor Hir... so go check it out for yourselves you certainly won't be disappointed.

- Sarah, December 2021
Heather November 2021

“This was our fifth vist to this lovely cosy cottage and we enjoyed it just like the first time .”

The Host is so helpful and friendly and left a lovely food hamper for us and put beautiful Christmas decorations up for us. Would highly recommended this cottage.

- Heather, November 2021
Bill November 2021

“Dawn was a very friendly and helpful host, and we really appreciated her accommodating us at short notice.”

The converted barn has been sumptuously furnished and decorated, and is a warm, comfortable and peaceful place to stay.

- Bill, November 2021
Christopher October 2021

“Great stay in warm, well equipped cottage.”

Hosts were friendly and quick to arrive when we couldn't get the heating to work. Good location for exploring Swansea and further afield. Welcome pack a nice touch.

- Christopher, October 2021
Peter October 2021

“Great home, friendly host and lovely area.”

Our second visit. Again, we thoroughly enjoyed our comfy and well equipped holiday in Ysgubor Hir. The 'little extras' from the host Dawn was nice. The weather was warm so we were able to sit in the garden and watch the cows. The property is very convenient for the M4 and a good location for exploring the coast, countryside and gardens. A great week, thank you. Sally October 2021

- Peter, October 2021
Rosemary October 2021

“We have taken self catering holiday for over 40 years and Ysgubor Hir is one of the best.”

It is very spacious, very clean and well equiped. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful. We would certainly recommend this property to others who wish to visit this part of Wales.

- Rosemary, October 2021
Toby August 2021

“Spacious property both inside and out, surrounded by lovely countryside.”

Great as a base to explore the lovely Gower beaches, Brecon Beacons and a little further afield,Tenby. The basket of treats Dawn left was a welcome surprise. We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday, would hope to stay in the future and would certainly highly recommend.

- Toby, August 2021
Tracy August 2021

“The cottage was amazing,very spacious and really well equipped.”

Dawn was the perfect host and gave us lots of great information about the local area. We could not have asked for anything more in the cottage. It was really well located for so many activities and sites locally. There is also plentiful car parking for several cars. We were not overlooked and it was a really quiet special place to visit. We will be back.

- Tracy, August 2021
Sharon August 2021

“We had an amazing time staying at this beautiful accommodation.”

Set in picturesque surroundings and situated so that everything was easy to drive to. The house had everything that you would want/need. The owners are only a short drive away and are on hand if needed. We arrived to a very thoughtful welcome basket which was greatly appreciated. There were no negatives to this accommodation and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.

- Sharon, August 2021
Brendan August 2021

“Very comfortable spacious accommodation.”

KIds really appreciated the level grassy area for games of football. We found this a great base for exploring the surrounding area (Botanic Garden of Wales not far away), but also convenient for trips into Swansea and the Gower Beaches (40 minutes to Oxwich Bay) Thoroughly enjoyed our visit and would hope to stay again some time.

- Brendan, August 2021
Penelope July 2021

“A lovely property in an ideal location.”

Everything in the cottage was as we expected and the basket of treats totally unexpected. Dawn was very helpful with local information. We would highly recommend.

- Penelope, July 2021
Ian July 2021

“Lovely accommodation which overlooks green fields”

- Ian, July 2021
Justin June 2021

“Very comfortable accommodation with lots of space.”

Great location for exploring beaches and mountains.

- Justin, June 2021
Ian June 2021

“Plenty of room, quiet, good facilities, as clean as you could get.”

Will go again

- Ian, June 2021
Mike September 2020

“What a great place to stay.”

We rented to place to do a road trip. So much room to park the cars and the whole place is quite secluded. Great location to get to anywhere in South Wales. The house is very large and could accommodate quite a few people. The house is well equipped inside and out. The owner was very friendly and hospitable. All in all a great place to set up a base for your Wales adventures and if you're a petrol head then it's close to the Black Mountain Pass. It's a short drive to the Mumbles and Gower and the local distillery tour is a must. There is also caves and waterfalls a pleasant drive away.

- Mike, September 2020
John September 2020

“Excellent accommodation,situated in open countryside,within easy access of local attractions.”

The property owner was very friendly and helpful and would recommend the property and Sykes to everyone.

- John, September 2020
Helen August 2020

“Over the years we have used a good few cottages from Sykes and another company - and this one has to be one of the very best.”

There is loads of space and every possible little touch has been thought of - it really was like walking into a home from home. Dawn, the owner, made us very welcome and popped by midweek (socially distanced!) to check everything was OK. We really couldn't fault it in any way. It's also very convenient for the M4 and getting to other places in south Wales while being very quiet in the property itself.

- Helen, August 2020
Philippa August 2020

“Nice cottage - very well equipped (more so than anywhere else we’ve stayed), but in need of some updating and thorough cleaning.”

The kitchen set up is not ideal for cleanliness as all pots and pans etc are out on display rather than in cupboards - everything we needed to use had to be pre-washed as was covered in grimey dust. I think the beds had been made a while ago and the property vacant for a while as they seemed a bit dusty too, which wasn’t great. Also worth noting that the upstairs bedroom is gallery style (has no door on it), which really should have been stated in the listing - important to know if you’re traveling with another family. Great little stream outside and country views all around which was lovely - as was the food gift basket. Utility room with washing mashing and clothes dryer was very useful too as we got very wet and muddy on walks. Just needs a bit of decluttering and thorough cleaning.

- Philippa, August 2020

Thank you for you feedback. I had contacted the guest on Thursday evening and asked how the holiday was going and if there any issues during their stay and no issues were reported. They advised that everything was fine. We encourage guests to contact ourselves if they have any issues for us to address which are quickly rectified when reported. Property Owner
James August 2020

“Very comfortable and relaxing place to stay and a good location from which to explore both coast and countryside”

- James, August 2020
M February 2020

“Lovely barn conversion, large and very well equipped.”

Excellent under floor heating felt very homely for a winter visit. Location very convenient for exploring the Brecon Beacons or coast, located down a short tarmac drive off a quiet secondary road only 20 minutes from M4 yet feels very rural. Car essential.

- M, February 2020
Emma January 2020

“Everything that people have previously mentioned on reviews was totally accurate.”

Welcome basket, flowers, tea, coffee, milk essentials all provided. The cottage was homely and warm for our arrival( the underfloor heating was delightful) and it was great to meet Dawn personally. We had a fantastic get-together at Ysgubor Hir and loved waking up to views of green fields and sheep in the morning. We are considering another stay before too long. Cafon ni amser arbennig yn eich bwthyn-diolch!

- Emma, January 2020
Sarah December 2019

“I visit Ysgubor Hir a few times a year and it never fails to amaze me.”

The cottage is just

- Sarah, December 2019
Joanna September 2019

“Ysgubor Hir is a lovely spacious holiday cottage, with so many "little extras" which made our stay there so enjoyable.”

It is conveniently located near to main roads to enable access to all that South Wales has to offer. Thoroughly recommended.

- Joanna, September 2019
Susan September 2019

“This property was very spacious and luxurious.”

The beds and settees were very comfortable and there was quality furniture everywhere. The owners had put a lot of thought into making this accommodation comfortable and practical for their guests. There was hooks on the bedroom and bathroom doors, towels,, tissues , kitchen roll, toilet rolls and soap for guests to use which was so helpful. I found the utility room where the boiler was a very useful area to dry wet coats and clothes, and there was an airier for guests to use. There was also a washing machine and dishwasher in the kitchen although I didn’t use these. The kitchen was lovely with a large oak dining table and chairs and several cupboards with plenty of crockery and everything you need in a kitchen and also an island giving you more preparation room.This property would be ideal for families with children as there were two beds upstairs in the attic conversion which would be an exciting area for youngsters to sleep, and outside there was a grass area fenced an ideal play area and also a tarmac area where we parked the car where children could also play. The bedrooms were nicely furnished , one had a bathroom next door , and one had a shower en-suite and there was another shower and toilet next to the utility room. There was also a book shelf full of books and dvds and games and puzzles for guests to use. This property was easy to get to as it was near the motorway and not far from several beaches and interesting areas to visit. I would recommend this property as a lovely place to stay. Happy holidays to everyone.

- Susan, September 2019
Susan August 2019

“A beautiful, well equipped barn conversion within easy access of many scenic and historic places.”

We met the owner, Dawn, on the first evening and she made us feel very welcome (as well as the welcome pack on arrival) and shared ideas of where to go/what to do. We knew that she was always available if needed. We had a lovely family holiday!

- Susan, August 2019
Simon August 2019

“A superb barn conversion done to high standard lovely rural location very ...”

A superb barn conversion done to high standard lovely rural location very peaceful wonderful location to relax and unwind we had wonderful time here

- Simon, August 2019
Sara June 2019

“This is a superb base for a holiday, well located near the M4 for driving to places in any direction and yet in a countryside location.”

The property itself is superb: immaculately clean, well furnished, quiet and comfortable. The outside seating area is sheltered and a delight to be in. The owners could not be better, leaving us to enjoy the property and yet on hand for any queries. When we were delayed in a traffic jam arriving they even kindly took out food order in and put it all away perfectly! The welcome basket was generous and a nice touch.

- Sara, June 2019
Nicholas June 2019

“This is an excellent cottage very well equipped and comfortable - the owners are also extremely helpful.”

It deserves a better grading than it has been given!

- Nicholas, June 2019
S April 2019

“This was our fourth visit here and we always enjoy the cottage's well equipped charm and comfort.”

The setting is peaceful and the welcome is always warm. It's a good place to come back to at the end of a day enjoying the many local places of interest. Diolch yn fawr!

- S, April 2019
Rebecca April 2019

“The cottage was excellent, it had everything we could have needed for a week's stay.”

The large spacious rooms were ideal for us with 2 small children as it meant they had plenty of space to play etc... Also the selection if garden toys was a lovely touch. We were very impressed and would definitely stay again.

- Rebecca, April 2019
Mark April 2019

“A really nice cottage, very clean and lots of kitchen bits which always helps.”

- Mark, April 2019
Norman March 2019

“The description of this property does not do it justice.”

The conversion has been done to give a very spacious and well set out layout .The owners Brian and Dawn made us feel very welcome with a visit on the first evening to make sure we had everything we needed and a farewell visit on the final morning.They could not be more friendly and helpful.We will definitely be returning to this countryside property as the week flew by and we still have more to see.Thank you .

- Norman, March 2019
Christopher November 2018

“Lovely home, lovely host and lovely area.”

We had a great long weekend here, only a shame that we couldn't spend the week!

- Christopher, November 2018
Maureen October 2018

“A lovely, well appointed and welcoming property in a beautiful location.”

- Maureen, October 2018
Anthony September 2018

“The accomadation was the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in ,and the very friendly owners provided a very extensive welcome pack which was much appreciated .”

We would have no hesitation in staying there again.

- Anthony, September 2018
Catherine August 2018

“We stayed at Ysgubor Hir, Llanedi (24-31 August) and thoroughly enjoyed our week.”

The property was spotless, warm and cosy and beautiful! Dawn, the owner, was friendly and introduced herself straight away. Nothing was too much trouble and she even left milk and and goodies for when we arrived. A real home from home. Thank you for a lovely stay.

- Catherine, August 2018
Ivan August 2018

“On arrival following a long journey Dawn the owner made us very welcome with fresh flowers , Fresh Fruit and briefing on the venue facilities.”

Giving a mobile contact number was also very helpful. This is our second stay at the converted barn, we again found it to be outstanding in quality and ideally situated for accessing the local attractions. The personal touch by the owner makes all the difference including a visit on the last day with an honest request for genuine feedback, others should follow this example . Ann, Carol & Ivan Palmer

- Ivan, August 2018
Bram July 2018

“We enjoyed the spacious cottage which had everything we needed.”

.. and even more. Lovely setting, warm interior (and warm welcome), fully equipped with good quality stuff.

- Bram, July 2018
Susanna May 2018

“We very much enjoyed our week in this lovely comfortable cottage.”

It is set in a beautiful and extremely quiet location and easily located just off the motorway, but only a short drive to the coastal areas of Llaneli, Burry Port and the Gower. The cottage was lovely and spacious and the facilities were excellent. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and much appreciated. The weather was far warmer than we had expected and so we were able to sit outside in the garden and enjoy a drink. I would definitely recommend this cottage.

- Susanna, May 2018
Louise March 2018

“What a beautiful cottage.”

There were six adults and one toddler staying in the cottage which still gave us plenty of room. Everything was clean and the facilities were excellent. The owner was so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely be renting this cottage again. I can’t recommend it enough.

- Louise, March 2018
Sarah March 2018

“Ysgubor Hir is one of the best holiday cottages I've stayed in.”

This was my 3rd visit and am planning another stay. The owner are great nothing is too much trouble always on hand if you need them. It's warm and comfortable clean with plenty of room. This property is also very easy to find just off of the M4. It truly is home from home. I love going and hate leaving. 5 star accommodation. Be seeing you again very soon.

- Sarah, March 2018
Melvin February 2018

“Second time we have booked this cottage.”

Very clean and tidy and hosts are very handy if needed. Nicely situated for exploring the countryside and cities nearby. Well worth the money and possibly may book again sometime later.

- Melvin, February 2018
Margaret December 2017

“Extremely comfortable and well appointed holiday home.”

The owners were very helpful and friendly.

- Margaret, December 2017
Wesley December 2017

“My family have just returned from a wonderful week away at this property over the Christmas period.”

The barn was lovely, as was the reception received from Dawn and Brian upon arrival. The property had been decorated for Christmas beautifully which we all appreciated. It was lovely and warm, very spacious and we instantly felt welcome and at home. The location is great for getting out and exploring the surrounding area as it is so close to the end of the M4, yet surrounded by fields and countryside. The barn was fully equipped with anything that we needed during our stay and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Thank you so much Dawn and Brian for those extra touches that made all the difference. We are already looking forward to our next visit.

- Wesley, December 2017
Adey November 2017

“Amazing barn conversion to the highest spec beautiful in every aspect spacious warm and comfortable.”

Would advise anyone who just wants to get away from it all to head here. Also easily accessible not far off the m4 motorway. Superb!!

- Adey, November 2017
Steve July 2017

“A beautiful place to relax after the packed itinerary we had earlier in our holiday.”

So many great things to see in Wales.

- Steve, July 2017
Kathleen June 2017

“Everything was beautiful never been in such a fully equipped holiday ...”

Everything was beautiful never been in such a fully equipped holiday accommodation Owners we're lovely Overall completely satisfied Looking forward to what you find for us next year

- Kathleen, June 2017
Anne March 2017

“Fabulous cottage in every way”

- Anne, March 2017
Heather December 2016

“Absolutely lovely place and very friendly owner ,This was are second visit and sure we will go back again .”

- Heather, December 2016
Ben October 2016

“The best Holiday home we ever rent!”

- Ben, October 2016
Jean September 2016

“Home from home.”

Everything provided - condiments, foil and kitchen towel, toilet rolls... Thank you Dawn.

- Jean, September 2016
Graham September 2016

“A fantastic barn conversion, fitted out to make our holiday like a stay in a home, not a rental!”

Everything was top class, with plenty of room, inside and out, comfortable beds and living area, coupled with an outstanding kitchen/dining area. Owners are very nice and welcomed us with a lovely basket of 'goodies'

- Graham, September 2016
Lesley September 2016

“The property and the location was superb.”

Many thanks

- Lesley, September 2016
Andrew August 2016

“This is one of the best holiday places we have ever stayed in within the UK.”

Ideal location for exploring South Wales. We were made most welcome and enjoyed a real home from home. The property was spacious, well-planned and equipped. Very quiet yet not far from other properties. Would highly recommend.

- Andrew, August 2016
Christopher August 2016

“A week's utter bliss in the most perfect holiday cottage we have ever had the pleasure of staying in.”

From the warm welcome by Dawn, the basket of complimentary biscuits and other goodies, to the immaculate cleanliness of the cottage and its contents and the amazing wealth of anything and everything - where else would you find a pint of milk waiting for you in the fridge to a bottle of vinegar, cooking oil and dishwasher tablets? The cottage is surrounded by fields, with eight cows at the bottom of the biggest drive I have ever seen - we even had our own roundabout! It's beautiful. The fact that we had glorious weather in Wales (yes really) just made it even better. Go and love it - you will NOT be disappointed!

- Christopher, August 2016
Jonathan August 2016

“Super building.”

The owner was incredibly helpful and gave us a really warm welcome. Lovely week.

- Jonathan, August 2016
Claire July 2016

“The quality of this barn conversion was staggering.”

Exceptional build quality and standard of furnishing. Lots of tasteful touches and everything needed was provided. I've never before had the pleasure of cooking in a kitchen like that!

- Claire, July 2016
Helen July 2016

“A very peaceful location but with easy transport links for exploring the area.”

We enjoyed the spaciousness of the property and the high standard of décor and furnishings. The owner was friendly and welcoming and on hand the first evening to answer any questions.

- Helen, July 2016
David July 2016

“Ysgubor Hir is a beautiful house in a great location.”

The owners are friendly and helpful.

- David, July 2016
Philip June 2016

“Ysgubor Hir was superb.”

It was extremely relaxing and quiet. Everything about the accommodation was of very high quality. The location was ideal for exploring the area being about 40-45 minutes from the Mumbles and about 30 minutes from the National Botanic Gardens of Wales. The owners were very helpful and friendly during our stay giving advice on places to visit. We hope to stay again in the future.

- Philip, June 2016
Samantha June 2016

“A really nice barn conversion that is very well equipped throughout.”

The sizeable open plan kitchen/dining room makes it a very sociable space to enjoy time with family or friends. The bedrooms we found were very comfortable and the sun-trap of a patio and garden was splendid to enjoy the lovely sunny week we had. The owner has put a lot of thought in to the cottage and was very welcoming.

- Samantha, June 2016
Martin May 2016

“A lovely cottage finished to a high standard and furnished to a similar standard.”

Highly recommended.

- Martin, May 2016
Sandra April 2016

“The cottage was warm, quiet, well equipped and very comfortable.”

The cottage is well located for numerous attractions.

- Sandra, April 2016
Sharon February 2016

“The cottage was beautifully furnished and very comfortable with everything you could possibly need.”

There was a great selection of games for the children and lots of leaflets with ideas of local attractions. Having wifi was great and the underfloor heating was lovely. Very peaceful location but close enough to amenities. The owner was lovely and very helpful, but not at all intrusive. Overall a wonderful stay in a beautifully kept property. Thank you.

- Sharon, February 2016
Sana January 2016

“Beautiful cottage, very welcoming and peaceful.”

The owners were lovely. Loved seeing the sheep graze from the windows. Definitely will recommend to others and visit again.

- Sana, January 2016
Kim December 2015

“Absolutely gorgeous place and would definitely look at going there again.”

- Kim, December 2015
Debra December 2015

“Ysgubor Hir has been done out to a very high standard, we enjoyed all aspects and it was centrally located to our needs.”

It is ideally located to get away from it all

- Debra, December 2015
Rita December 2015

“The barn is of a very high standard, nothing is forgotten in making an amazing stay.”

I would definitely go back next year.

- Rita, December 2015
Lorna October 2015

“The holiday cottage was superb in every way, a real home from home.”

Such a lovely place to return to after days out visiting the area. The location was excellent as it felt like you were in the middle of nowhere with fields all around, yet in fact we were close to all amenities. We would highly recommend this property.

- Lorna, October 2015
Mrs Shams October 2015

“Everything was well placed & the cottage was the perfect home from home.”

It's layout was perfect for us & we would thoroughly recommend it as a base for the area.

- Mrs Shams, October 2015
Caroline August 2015

“The barn conversion is absolutely gorgeous, so much more than a holiday let, it really feels like a home.”

It is perfectly located for exploring either Pembrokeshire to the west or the Gower to the east - and the coast in this area is spectacular. At the end of each day it was lovely to return to the cosy calm of Ysgubor Hir. Highly recommended, we would very much like to revisit.

- Caroline, August 2015
Chris August 2015

“The property was immaculate with fantastic facilities, all in clean good working condition.”

The furnishings décor and cleanliness of the property were exceptional. All in all a beautiful property in a lovely peaceful setting. It was lovely to see animals at the garden fence, the kids loved it.

- Chris, August 2015
Rachel August 2015

“It was like a home from home, every detail had been thought of.”

The owner was lovely and we felt at home from day one.

- Rachel, August 2015
Joanna July 2015

“The cottage was very spacious, well equipped and comfortably furnished, with a pleasant garden surrounded by open fields.”

The owners were very helpful and hospitable.

- Joanna, July 2015
Wendy June 2015

“An excellent property in a wonderful location, and we were made to feel very welcome by the owner.”

The cottage felt like home from home and we would highly recommend it to everyone.

- Wendy, June 2015
Fiona June 2015

“The location of the cottage was perfect.”

Very spacious cottage and gardens, 6 people stayed but we never felt cramped and like we were on top of each other. The kitchen was fantastic; well equipped and allowed us to cook each day with ease and no need to eat out. The outside was perfect with ample room for parking, and the children had plenty of space to play football, swing ball and with the toys provided by the owner of the cottage. The views were fantastic, looking out at the mountains and fields of cows. This cottage was the ideal getaway and although we went out every day you could quite easily stay in with the lovely views, games, DVDs and books left. We would thoroughly recommend this cottage to anybody wanting to stay near Swansea, and if we want to return to Wales this would be the cottage we would choose.

- Fiona, June 2015
Stephen June 2015

“The owner was very friendly and helpful without being intrusive.”

We have stayed in many holiday cottages over many years and this one was undoubtedly the best. Everything one could want was there with many unexpected extras, especially in the kitchen. We loved the peaceful location.

- Stephen, June 2015
Gwynneth March 2015

“Had a fantastic stay here.”

The house was great, very spacious, beautifully decorated and furnished and extremely well equipped. Thoroughly recommended.

- Gwynneth, March 2015
Ben March 2015

“5 star property and 5 star host.”

In a very nice part of the UK with lots to see and do.

- Ben, March 2015
Richard December 2014

“This property is far better than the brochure would have you believe.”

The sitting room and kitchen are a lot bigger than they appear in the brochure. Had very efficient under floor heating. The best one we have ever stayed at.

- Richard, December 2014
Suzanne July 2014

“The property was modern and homely.”

The owner had gone over and above what was expected. The barn was in a lovely location and was ideally placed to tour South Wales.

- Suzanne, July 2014
Nick July 2014

“The property was bigger than expected and we particularly liked the extra touches.”

Mrs Richards was very solicitous, friendly and helpful.

- Nick, July 2014
Sharon June 2014

“This accommodation should be 5 star, it's in a great location close to the m4 motorway, pubs and shops and is also on a bus route.”

The facilities were just great, we had a BBQ for my welsh family, 19 in total, and there was enough room for us all without feeling cramped. Cooking was easy, it had everything you could wish for, it was a home from home. We will book again when we return to Wales, wouldn't go anywhere else now we have stayed here.

- Sharon, June 2014
Raymond May 2014

“The cottage was well furnished, tastefully decorated, clean and very relaxing.”

In a quiet position with a very large parking area. Certainly worth a visit.

- Raymond, May 2014
Sharon May 2014

“The house was warm, comfortable and spacious.”

The location was very peaceful and the parking area was huge. The owners made contact and were on hand to help with anything.

- Sharon, May 2014
Vivien April 2014

“The property was spacious and warm.”

Plenty of parking space. Location was nice and quiet but convenient for getting to places of interest and to local shops in Pontarddulais. The property was particularly convenient for us as we were also visiting friends in nearby Ty Croes. Hope to return soon.

- Vivien, April 2014
Marty March 2014

“We liked the fact that the cottage was secluded and on its own, but close enough to the beaten track.”

- Marty, March 2014
Heather November 2013

“The cottage was to a very good standard.”

It is was very peaceful, but central to motorway if you wanted to go anywhere.

- Heather, November 2013
Robin October 2013

“Cottage and warm welcome were fantastic.”

Very comfortable and well equipped.

- Robin, October 2013
Philip September 2013

“Beautiful barn in the countryside but within easy reach of coast and lovely beaches.”

- Philip, September 2013
Roy August 2013

“First class cottage, we have stayed in many cottages this must rank as the best.”

- Roy, August 2013
William August 2013

“This was a fabulous cottage.”

The cottage was spotless, and had everything we could wanted, it was home from home, what more can you ask for. We almost wished for a wet day so we could stay in, but we were fortunate and had gorgeous weather. We will certainly return.

- William, August 2013
Nikki August 2013

“The cottage was very recently refurbished into a holiday home, and this had been done to the very highest standard.”

It was well located to be able to visit Carmarthenshire attractions.

- Nikki, August 2013
Jenni July 2013

“The warm welcome from the owner, with a tour of the property, including local information.”

Was fantastic. The property is beautifully presented with a thoughtful welcome basket. It is a peaceful haven, well placed for access to a number of interesting locations, and the local countryside is stunning. Owner was swift to solve any issues that arose.

- Jenni, July 2013
Allan July 2013

“My family and I loved our stay at this cottage, it was really comfortable, very well equipped, and was in an ideal position for everything that we wanted to visit in this beautiful area.”

The house is very well presented, and the surrounding area, made for a wonderfully relaxing holiday. Our kids thought this was their best holiday ever

- Allan, July 2013
Tony June 2013

“Ysgubor Hir was chosen because of its convenient locality to our needs of touring the Gower and Beacon areas and we were not disappointed in any way.”

The high spec of the property made it a delight to share with our friends and helped make our stay a wonderful experience. The owner made us feel very welcome and her little extra touches were appreciated.

- Tony, June 2013
Margaret May 2013

“Our holiday accommodation was spacious, well equipped and situated in a lovely part of the country, ideal for the areas around Llanelli, Swansea and the Gower.”

The owners were nice friendly people. We enjoyed the the welcome basket and cakes. We should like to think we would use this facility again should our health allow.

- Margaret, May 2013
Angie May 2013

“The property is very comfortable and well kitted out.”

The welcome by owner was very hospitable and warm. A divine place to stay with everything you need to hand. Highly recommended and will definitely be back. Wonderful.

- Angie, May 2013
Maura May 2013

“Very well situated - just off M4.”

Convenient for Swansea, the Mumbles, Gower Peninsula etc. Beautiful scenery. A must is a visit to Laugharne, Dylan Thomas home/inspiration. Pub within walking distance and has very good dining offers. Wonderful welcome at the cottage from Dawn. Superbly equipped cottage. Welcome pack a real bonus.

- Maura, May 2013
Olaf April 2013

“The space indoors and the luxuriousness and completeness of the facilities.”

It's a perfect home away from home. Clean spacious and fully equipped.

- Olaf, April 2013
Gary April 2013

“Property was extremely comfortable and a great base for our holiday.”

The welcome hamper was a lovely touch.

- Gary, April 2013
Clare March 2013

“What a beautiful cottage!”

It was lovely and warm, very spacious and we were made to feel very welcome by the owners.

- Clare, March 2013

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x twin
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Fitted kitchen with dining area
Utility
Sitting room with electric woodburner-style stove.
Oil central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor and electric stove in sitting room
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, Blu-ray DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Off road parking for 4 cars with room for boat on trailer
Rear raised lawned garden with patio, furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile
Note: Shallow open stream runs along the edge of the front parking area - small children to be supervised
Note: Owners can arrange a grocery delivery for guests prior to their arrival, by arrangement.

The property

A superb stone barn conversion, surrounded by open fields in the rural hamlet of Llanedi, 3 miles from the town of Pontarddulais in South Wales.

Exposed wooden beams, velux windows, traditional furnishings and an attic bedroom make this cottage the ideal stay for a family break in the countryside.

Note: This cottage can be booked with Ref. 965723, together they can sleep 12.

Pontarddulais Cottages

A couple of beautifully decorated, spacious cottages in a rural location near the bustling town of Pontarddulais in Carmarthenshire, South Wales. With Ysgobur Hir being a fantastic barn conversion, Yr Hen Ffaldd follows in its stylish, charming footsteps with plenty of oak furnishings and modern equipment. Two of the more well-presented cottages that we have, accompanied with panoramic views, these two cottages come with spacious rooms, modern and well-equipped kitchens, large, bright bedrooms with plenty of storage and delightful outside areas. Despite being in such a rural, tranquil location, this pair of cottages come nearby a lot of thriving, bustling locations. The nearest town being Pontarddulais, a busy town with a good range of amenities within a short drive. The popular city of Swansea is also nearby, offering fantastic shopping facilities as well as a lot of other activities. Llanelli is also within easy reach as well as the capital city, Cardiff, being within an hours drive. A pair of fantastically decorated cottages in a beautiful rural location.

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About the location

PONTARDDULAIS

Swansea 10 miles.

This typical bustling Welsh town is by the River Loughor and its estuary, close to main road links via the M4. Pontarddulais offers an array of shops, tea rooms, restaurants and pubs, and a park with free tennis courts, and also boasts a successful male voice choir. Pontarddulais is located approximately 10 miles from the City of Swansea, where you can enjoy the theatre, cinemas and many large shopping centres. Swansea is also home to a great leisure centre (LC2), the Liberty Stadium, home of Swansea City football club and the Ospreys rugby club. Llanelli is 9 miles away, where you will find Parc y Scarlets, home of the Scarlets RFC, while a few miles further is Pembrey Country Park with several miles of cycle track along shallow wooded valleys and deserted beaches. Venture a little further to The Mumbles and the Gower Peninsula with its superb sandy beaches and wonderful cycling, walking, horse riding and golfing, with surfing available at Llangennith. Head north to the scenic Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons National Park with its castles, caves and waterfalls. Approximately 16 miles west is the ancient market town of Carmarthen, the gateway to mid-Wales. A perfect location to discover this beautiful part of South Wales.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Ysgubor Hir is a lovely spacious comfortable barn conversion style holiday home.”

“High-spec, roomy cottage set in pretty countryside.”

“The property was absolutely lovely, it had everything you could possibly want, very well equipped, and lots of little extras, eg, salt, pepper, oil, excellent array of cooking utensils and crockery.”

“Everything was lovely.”

“We spent a weekend at Ysgubur Hir and had a wonderful time.”

“Lovely, cozy, well equipped cottage in a beautiful location.”

“We had a great break at this wonderful cottage.”

“Really lovely property.”

“A most comfortable and homely property.”

“A lovely cottage much larger than looks in photos.”

“We can thoroughly recommend Ysgubor Hir, very warm welcome from Dawn the owner, very clean and well maintained, comfortable and warm throughout, good quality furniture and furnishings, everything you could need in the kitchen for cooking a meal, nothing had been missed.”

“Very pleasant, accommodating and welcoming owner.”

“Fantastic cottage in a lovely, quiet location.”

“Had a fantastic stay.”

“Great 'cottage'.”

“A wonderful converted barn, everything you could possibly need for a holiday break.”

“Friendly and welcoming hosts.”

“Very enjoyable stay.”

“We stayed here for my husband’s 30th birthday - the place was so homely with such serene views.”

“Great holiday home in a nice quiet location.”

“Very tastefully converted barn, lovely kitchen and living room.”

“A wonderful retreat tucked away in a quiet setting .”

“A really lovely cottage, with very high spec on all facilities and equipment, nice location and very easy to get to.”

“The stable conversion was a lovely place to stay, the under floor heating was brilliant for my elderly mother and also having bedrooms and bathrooms downstairs.”

“A lovely cottage, beautifully furnished, clean and well supplied with little extras to make for a comfortable stay .”

“This property is a hidden gem!”

“Really great welcome from Dawn.”

“Can only reiterate what others have said.”

“Amazing cottage a real home from home.”

“Ysgubor Hir is spacious, well-equipped and comfortable - perfect for a relaxing holiday for our family group of five adults.”

“We have just had a great week in this fabulous cottage.”

“Comfortable, well presented cottage.”

“Lovely location and a really great cottage”

“Beautiful, well equipped, quiet cottage that we would definitely recommend to friends and family.”

“Ysgubor hir is a very lovely property in a great and quite location.”

“A hidden gem!”

“Lovely property, very comfortable, delightful owners, lots to do in the area, would thoroughly recommend.”

“We had a warm cosy stay at Ysgbor Hir barn in February.”

“Fantastic hosts and an amazing property to stay in.”

“I can't count how many times I've stayed at Ysgubor Hir.”

“This was our fifth vist to this lovely cosy cottage and we enjoyed it just like the first time .”

“Dawn was a very friendly and helpful host, and we really appreciated her accommodating us at short notice.”

“Great stay in warm, well equipped cottage.”

“Great home, friendly host and lovely area.”

“We have taken self catering holiday for over 40 years and Ysgubor Hir is one of the best.”

“Spacious property both inside and out, surrounded by lovely countryside.”

“The cottage was amazing,very spacious and really well equipped.”

“We had an amazing time staying at this beautiful accommodation.”

“Very comfortable spacious accommodation.”

“A lovely property in an ideal location.”

“Lovely accommodation which overlooks green fields”

“Very comfortable accommodation with lots of space.”

“Plenty of room, quiet, good facilities, as clean as you could get.”

“What a great place to stay.”

“Excellent accommodation,situated in open countryside,within easy access of local attractions.”

“Over the years we have used a good few cottages from Sykes and another company - and this one has to be one of the very best.”

“Nice cottage - very well equipped (more so than anywhere else we’ve stayed), but in need of some updating and thorough cleaning.”

“Very comfortable and relaxing place to stay and a good location from which to explore both coast and countryside”

“Lovely barn conversion, large and very well equipped.”

“Everything that people have previously mentioned on reviews was totally accurate.”

“I visit Ysgubor Hir a few times a year and it never fails to amaze me.”

“Ysgubor Hir is a lovely spacious holiday cottage, with so many "little extras" which made our stay there so enjoyable.”

“This property was very spacious and luxurious.”

“A beautiful, well equipped barn conversion within easy access of many scenic and historic places.”

“A superb barn conversion done to high standard lovely rural location very ...”

“This is a superb base for a holiday, well located near the M4 for driving to places in any direction and yet in a countryside location.”

“This is an excellent cottage very well equipped and comfortable - the owners are also extremely helpful.”

“This was our fourth visit here and we always enjoy the cottage's well equipped charm and comfort.”

“The cottage was excellent, it had everything we could have needed for a week's stay.”

“A really nice cottage, very clean and lots of kitchen bits which always helps.”

“The description of this property does not do it justice.”

“Lovely home, lovely host and lovely area.”

“A lovely, well appointed and welcoming property in a beautiful location.”

“The accomadation was the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in ,and the very friendly owners provided a very extensive welcome pack which was much appreciated .”

“We stayed at Ysgubor Hir, Llanedi (24-31 August) and thoroughly enjoyed our week.”

“On arrival following a long journey Dawn the owner made us very welcome with fresh flowers , Fresh Fruit and briefing on the venue facilities.”

“We enjoyed the spacious cottage which had everything we needed.”