200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach

4.8

Outstanding(17 Reviews)

Cottage in Ilston

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

“Rose" is a two-hundred year old stone cottage situated in the heart of the village of Parkmill. It has all of the features you’d expect of a building this age, such as stone fire places, wood burners and even some low doorways downstairs!
Situated next door to “Shepherds Shop” and just twenty minutes walk from the beach. Stroll through the woods, along the valley passing the Norman Castle and you get to the beautiful Three Cliffs Bay.
Inside the cottage there is a lounge with two sofas and wood burner. A separate dining room has a pine table seating six people and again there is a wood burner. The kitchen is well equipped with electric oven, microwave, large fridge freezer, toaster, coffee machine and plenty of storage. There is, however, no washing machine.
Upstairs are four bedrooms the back two being linked. Rose can sleep up to six people but is still cosy for a couple. She has two double beds, one set of bunks and a single. One bathroom with separate shower and a bath.
The garden is at the rear of the cottage and is accessed via some steepish steps. Here you will find a large patio with barbeque and seating. There is also a separate smaller patio ideal for morning coffee.
There is a bench outside the front door perfect for watching the world go by or an early evening drink!
There are two parking spaces in a separate block.
There is a TV with Freeview, Netflix and Amazon Prime. Wi-fi is accessible in all rooms.
All linen and towels are supplied and cleaning takes place after departure.
As well as the walk to Three Cliffs you can also walk, cycle or even run the half mile to Parc Wood. Here you will find mature Oak, Ash and Conifer trees as well as a Neolithic burial chamber. Ideal for cycling. You can also get to the base of Cefn Bryn from here.

Nearby beaches include Oxwich, Langland and Caswell. A bit further around the coast is Rhossili and Worms Head. Llangennith which is famous for its surfing is also a short drive away.
A walk along the Promenade at Mumbles is also one of our favourites where children can also cycle or scoot in safety. A visit to Verdi’s for ice cream is also a must!
Shepherds Shop next door is ideal for the basics as well as lovely ice creams! The Heritage Centre is also only a few minutes walk away where you will find a fantastic small bakery.

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Garden

Map of Ilston

Nearby attractions

Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall

26.9 mi

Valley of Rocks

26.5 mi

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

27 mi

Henrhyd Falls

23.6 mi

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200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach

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4.8

Outstanding(17 Reviews)

Cottage in Ilston

7 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Garden

Map of Ilston

Nearby attractions

Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall

26.9 mi

Valley of Rocks

26.5 mi

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

27 mi

Henrhyd Falls

23.6 mi

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(17 Reviews)

5.0

Sep 2024

Really nice break, park the car and relax. Plenty of lovely walks without getting in the car. Shepherds shop and cafe on the doorstep and lovely bakery at heritage centre.

5.0

Aug 2024

We had a lovely holiday in this cottage. However check in details were provided within 24 hours of start date not within 48-72 hours stated within VRBO guide. VRBO are not based locally (they believed 1pm was am) and language barrier made a simple communication issue very complex and stressful. After they eventually contacted the agent all was fine. We had some initial cleaning issues with the cottage which were promptly and efficiently resolved by the agent. The location is excellent - lovely walks to Three Cliffs, easy drive to Swansea and other Gower beaches. The cottage is cosy, and had everything we needed. We got used to the extremely steep stairs within a couple of days. My husband bumped his head on the low door frames a few times. I would recommend this cottage and hope to return.

4.0

Aug 2024

We were blessed with the weather so we had a fantastic time. Great location and my dog had a fantastic time swimming in the river on way to Three Cliffs beach. My only minor drawbacks are minor lack of a toilet brush, the shower and bathroom sink take ages to clear. I would agree with other comments that it smelt musty on arrival but once you open windows it quickly disperses. Having a 3 year old and 1 year old I think a washing machine should be considered. Kitchen is fabulous and well furnished but think you could find a space for washing machine. To finish on a positive note I would and all or party would be happy to book again

5.0

Jul 2024

Stayed here with my wife and in-laws for our "mini-moon". The cottage is beautiful, charming and in a great location. Only had to speak to the manager once, and that was during check-in, got a quick response with my question answered. My only constructive feedback would be to have dehumidifiers in the property. It is old and does show its age, there is a definite smell of dew in the air, and we also noticed that sitting on the sofa left our clothes feeling damp. Dehumidifers would sort that out. It ultimately didn't effect our stay though, and we would still recommend this place to anyone wishing to visit Three Cliffs Bay or the surrounding area.

5.0

Apr 2024

Lovely warm cozy cottage. Great location for access to the beaches which are absolutely stunning in the area. Would certainly recommend this cottage to others.

5.0

Apr 2024

Rose Cottage was perfect - great accommodation, well equipped and brilliant location.

5.0

Dec 2023

The cottage is beautiful and so well equipped, a real home from home. There are lots of lovely birds in the garden to sit and watch and the beds were amazingly comfortable. We enjoyed the wood burners immensely, it was so cosy. There area is outstanding with beautiful walks right from the door. The local shop and bakery have everything you need and only a couple of minutes walk from the cottage. Thanks for a lovely break.

4.0

Nov 2023

The cottage is lovely and would be cosy if it wasn’t for the damp. The house smelt very bad and there is mould on the walls. The house manager was very quick to help and brought salt dehumidifiers to try and help but the issue needs more work. The house was clean and in a good location for the Gower.

4.0

Oct 2023

Quaint cottage, lots of lovely features as you would expect of such an old property. We found the stairs very uneven, very narrow tread and interesting layout of steps at the top quite dangerous, care needs to be taken not to slip off the steps. My elderly mother found them challenging. Apart from that it was a pleasant place to stay for a short break

5.0

Oct 2023

Walking distance to Three Cliffs Bay, which is great for paddleboarding. It's a short drive to Oxwich Bay and Rhossilli Bay. The cottage is lovely, clean, and spacious. Private Parking is available. Hosts have a quick response. Place pet-friendly and all-year-round dog-friendly beaches.

5.0

Sep 2023

Very nice cottage,great location for 30 min walk to the beach,although road you cross to go to the beach is busy,be careful.

5.0

Sep 2023

Gorgeous area

5.0

Jun 2023

Rose Cottage is absolutely fantastic - it is considerably larger than the pictures suggest and the garden is also much bigger than expected. The kitchen is very large which is brilliant, and all of the rooms are very sizable. Although there is only 1 bathroom to share between everyone, this didn't present itself as an issue for us. The check-in and check-out processes were very smooth and the house had everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Just around the corner (2 min walk) is a bakery which offers the most delicious pastries we've ever tasted, and just a 30 second walk away is a gorgeous shop with all essentials (although quite pricey). We met the neighbours during our stay who were all really friendly. The location itself is perfect - right in the heart of Gower. Just a 15 min drive to Oxwich Beach, or 20 mins to Rhossili. You can also get to Mumbles in 30 mins, Gowerton Golf Club in 15 mins. Our group have already agreed to book again for next year!

5.0

Jun 2023

Ideal for both of us and two dogs, (the garden area was a challenge for the older dog), and as a base to introduce my partner to The Gower and my Swansea family. Weather was gorgeous

5.0

May 2023

Great forest and river walk to the beach. Beautiful big beach with rocks to climb, adults, kids and dog had a great time.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Ilston?

The average price for a rental in Ilston is $112 per night. This rental is $45 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is 200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at 200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach?

We found 4 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, internet / wifi, parking, and garden.

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200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach

Cottage in Ilston

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Ilston

Nearby attractions

200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach

Cottage in Ilston

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Ilston

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Ilston?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is 200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach pet friendly?

What amenities are available at 200 year old cottage - short walk to the beach?

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