Guests say
Gwili Cottage offers a cosy and peaceful stay with a warm welcome from the host, Muriel. Guests enjoy the clean environment, comfortable beds, and the added bonus of a swimming pool. The rustic charm and nearby country walks add to the appeal, though some guests noted the bathroom facilities could be improved and the swimming pool is off-site.
The cottage is generally praised for its cleanliness, with guests finding it lovely and clean. One guest mentioned the bathroom could be a bit cleaner, but this seems to be an isolated comment.
The cottage is appreciated for its quiet location, though it is noted that amenities require driving. The proximity to country walks and local scenery is a plus.
Guests find the living room and bedrooms comfortable and homely, with very comfortable beds. However, some guests experienced issues with water temperature and pressure.
While the swimming pool is a highlight, there are criticisms about its off-site location and the sauna not working. The bathroom facilities also received mixed reviews, with several guests suggesting they need an overhaul.
There is a mention of a missing welcome pack, which was expected but not provided. As this is the only reference to thoughtfulness and gifts are not consistently mentioned, it is not possible to accurately score this category.
About this property
Couples and families will enjoy this lovely holiday cottage with discounted use of a local indoor heated swimming pool and pretty market towns and scenic walks nearby.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: (2 Steps), Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair.. Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Discounted use of a local 18-metre indoor heated swimming pool with gym steam room and changing facilities. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Come and discover Gwili Cottage, a charming stone cottage at Upton Hall Cottages, nestled deep within the magnificent rolling Carmarthenshire countryside and a short walk to the meandering River Cothi, famous for fantastic trout and salmon fishing. This lovely property is located within a courtyard setting and offers guests use of a private 18 metre heated indoor swimming pool, located 4 miles away in the local village of Nantgaredig. Guests will enjoy discounted access at £6 per adult and £4 per child, with swimming available between 1 and 7pm on weekdays and 1 and 5pm on weekends. Other facilities include a steam room, spa pool and gym with the most up to date training equipment. The pool is fantastic for kids and adults alike to enjoy on those rainy days. Further details can be found at www.fourseasonswales.co.uk
Gwili Cottage is located between the quaint hamlets of Llanfyndd, Pontargothi and Brechfa, surrounded by walks and complete with a good selection of local pubs and restaurants of gastronomic excellence. A 15-minute drive away are the historic market towns of Llandeilo and Carmarthen, set within the Towy Valley, complete with a plethora of fantastic eateries specialising in local produce, boutique shops and galleries.
The cottage is set within the grounds of the owner’s mansion house and is nestled within a courtyard of similar, traditional stone-built cottages. It is full of character with solid oak flooring, a beamed vaulted ceiling in the living room and a cosy wood burner to relax in front of after a busy day sightseeing. Both bedrooms have been lovingly furnished and offer a good level of comfort. In the evening, enjoy dining al fresco on your private patio area with views down along the colourful wooded valley and walled garden.
Locally, the National Botanic Garden of Wales is home to the world’s largest, single span glasshouse. Aberglasney Gardens is recognised as one of the finest gardens in Wales, where you can explore more than 10 acres of magnificent grounds and a restored Grade II listed mansion house. Take a step back in history and visit the National Trust nature reserve of Dinefwr, where you can uncover the delights of the historic house and the 18th-century landscaped park, a deer park and Dinefwr Castle (home to ancient princes of Wales), it really offers something for all the family.
Gwili Cottage is within easy reach of the breathtaking scenery of the Brecon Beacon National Park or the Brechfa Forest cycle trails, to the south the Pembrey Country Park with beach and to the west, the famous walled town of Tenby which offers the perfect beach day out, along with Oakwood, Wales’ largest theme park, and Folly Farm Zoo, or even the Gower Peninsula, all within an hour’s drive. Beach 18 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Gwili Cottage can be booked together with Cothi Cottage (ref UK11925) to accommodate up to 10 guests.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (8)
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Mags
The cottage was very clean, however we felt the bathroom was very basic and never enough hot water to shower, which was a downside to our experience. Also thr swimming pool facilities isn't quite as its advertised. Basically you have to drive to the local village 10/15 minutes to use and pay a public leisure place, which really you can do so in most places you visit. Still, we have had a lovely holiday with plenty of country walks.
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Confirmed Guest
Very quiet location, everything a drive away. Cottage good value well equipped, host friendly. Only issue bathroom could do with overhaul , shower never very warm slightly tired room. Living room, bedrooms comfortable and homely. We really enjoyed holiday. Nice to be near cows sheep etc .
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely stay at Gwili cottage, Muriel was really friendly and knowledgeable about the local area, if I’m being really picking I’d say the bathroom could be a bit cleaner but overall the cottage was lovely 😊