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  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 12 mi
  • Not suitable for children
  • Car advised
  • Pet friendly

From the owner

1 Cathelyd Colliery Stables is a renovated stable block that housed the pit ponies from the local colliery at the turn of the century. The property is situated in a wooded valley adjacent to the the Cwm Clydach bird reserve. Next door is the local family run pub The New Inn that serves excellent food. It is an ideal location for bird watchers, walkers, mountain bikers and nature lovers. Dogs are welcome. We are situated 3 miles from J45 of the M4 with easy access to Swansea, the Gower and the Brecon Beacons

The New Inn pub next door serves lunch and evening meals Tues to Sat. Sunday lunch is served to 3pm.

The cottage has an open plan living, dining and kitchen area that has been renovated to a high standard. There is stairs to the first floor with bedroom 1 that has a king size bed and bedroom 2 that has 2 single beds 2'6". The bathroom has a shower (no bath). All rooms upstairs have sky lights and is bright and airy.

Bed linen and towels provided. Wi-Fi available. Welcome pack is provided on arrival including tea, coffee, and sugar. Basic items such as washing up liquid, toilet rolls, hand wash etc are provided and a hair dryer

There is an outside unit that has laundry facilities, washing m/c, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board, freezer, drying room, and a lock up for bikes and other equipment.

There are 4 electric hook ups available for camper vans or tents for larger parties. Please enquire to make arrangements.

Cwm Clydach RSPB Reserve is next to the cottages. Public paths and trails are open from dawn to dusk.

There are two man-made reservoirs near the village of Felindre, in the Lliw valley, called the Lower Lliw Reservoir and the Upper Lliw Reservoir. The reservoirs are managed by Welsh Water. The surrounding countryside is open to the public for recreational purposes.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
  • 1 Wet room

Families

  • Not suitable for children
  • Pets welcome

Access

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Mountain Views
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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I live on the farm up the hill from the cottage and I am happy to show you around and provide local information if you wish.
1 Cathelyd Colliery Stables – Home 9474465

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    Check in: 15:00 Check out: 12:00
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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    Please leave muddy footwear and clothing in outdoor drying room. Please use throws for dog guests

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    About the owner

    Ann L.
    Average reply time:
    46 minutes

    Calendar last updated:
    26 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    5

    Based in:
    United Kingdom
    Languages spoken: English
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    A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

    Late summer break
    Sep 2022

    Absolutely amazing cottage and surrounding area would definitely stay again Ann the host is a wonderful lady and very welcoming

    10 Sep 2022

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    amyjeanc
    Barry, United Kingdom

    Weekend break
    Dec 2020

    Stunning weekend break cosy cottage Stunning inside so well set up fire burning on arrival and fresh farm eggs. Ann the owner was so helpful Scenic walks in every direction. Highly recommend

    17 Dec 2020

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Loulouk34
    Cirencester, United Kingdom

    A lovely place to stay
    Jul 2020

    This is a really lovely place to stay. We spent a week here and it’s the perfect position for beaches in the west of Wales and walks in the Brecons. The property itself is spotlessly clean, has … More 

    6 Aug 2020

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    Glenn B

    Unexpected Surprise
    Sep 2019

    We booked The Stables on short notice as we were looking for a good place to stay for 3 nights as a base to explore Southern Wales. We had never heard of, much less contemplated the town of Clydach in… More 

    18 Sep 2019

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Kate H

    Great cottage well connected for South Wales
    Aug 2019

    Lovely accommodation. New, clean and comfortable. Homemade Bara Brith was very welcome. Well connected to the mainly level, traffic free cycle routes in the countryside and down to Swansea. Walks stra… More 

    12 Aug 2019

    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

    Response from the owner
    It was lovely to meet Kate and her family and I’m glad they enjoyed their stay. Great guests welcome back anytime.

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