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Escape to a cliff top location superb sea views. No traffic noise. Pets welcome
- cottage431 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 7
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 3–7 nights
Near Rhossili, Gower, South Wales - Beach within half mile, Exciting Birdwatching/Cliff Walks
Bedrooms
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 3
Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 7 (3 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: The Sea Bedroom with double bed overlooking the view of the coast and sea. Storage heater. The Gate Bedroom with twin beds. Storage heater. The Loft Bedroom up a winding stair over looking the view with three beds. Storage heater.
Amenities
Featured
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1Toilet, tub, shower, bidet
- Family bathroom with bath and shower over. Heated towel rail and heater. WC and extra wash basin are in a separate indoor room. Pre-2015 going to the loo involved going outdoors!
Safety features
- Smoke detectorSitting room, kitchen and upstairs landing
- Fire extinguisherSittingroom next to the wood burner.. also fire blanket next to cooker in kitchen.
- Carbon monoxide detectorIn sitting room
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Near the oceanMewslade Bay is a 10 minute walk away along the coast path. The spectacular coastal walk to Rhossili may take an hour but you may well take longer when you stop to admire the scenery.
- RuralSurrounded by farmer's fields. No traffic noise, just the sound of the sea.
- WaterfrontThe cottage is in an enclosed garden area surrounded by farm land and accessed by a farm track.
- Ocean ViewNothingnbetween you and the cliff tops above the Bristol Channel!
General
- HeatingStorage heaters with mid-afternoon boost. Fan heaters in bathroom and tiolet. Heated towel rail in bathroom.
- Linens Provided
- Washing Machine
- Fireplace
- Parking2 car spaces
- GarageStorage only. Not suitable for cars
- Towels ProvidedExtra cost of £5 per person/towel
- Wood StoveLogs, kindling and firelighters are provided but please replace the latter if they run out while you are staying.
- Hair Dryer
- Living RoomSitting Room with view of the sea, wood burner, two sofas and three arm chairs. Good selection of books and board games as well as a CD player. Our family prefers not to have a television or wifi.
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Toaster
- Dishes & UtensilsEnough to make the dishwasher worth using!
- KitchenCooker, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and fridge. Storage heater. Dining table with view over sea.
Dining
- Seating for 7 people
- Dining Area
- Childs Highchair
- DiningA large table in the sunny kitchen diner allows the cook to join in with the diners.
Entertainment
- StereoCD player. Also a DAB radio for the weather forecast
- BooksA good selection with plenty about the local area and recommended walks. An OS map and tide tables are also kept in the house.
- GamesBoard and card games, jigsaws, a small selection of beach equipment such as buckets and spades.
- Music LibraryA small selction of classical CDs
- ToysA small selection of beach equipment in the garage. Plenty of childrens' fishing nets!
Outside
- Lawn/GardenPlenty of grass space, suitable for childeren running around, fenced off from fields. Kite flying in front field is fun! A washing line to dry the swimming things.
- Porch/VerandaSmall, yet south facing, with picnic table and chairs (kept in the garage in bad weather). Suitable for barbecues, bird watching and enjoying sunsets with a glass of wine. Door leads to sitting room.
- GolfPennard 11 miles, Gower Golf Club (Three Crosses) 14 miles and Fairwood and Clyne are within easy driving distance.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleThe rugged cliffs, cultivated field and sloping driveway mean that is is less suitable for those unsteady on their feet or using walking aids. The garden immediately surrounding the house is level and no problem. The access is more challenging.
Notes
- Up to 2 pets accepted by arrangement (£15 per pet). Part of the experience provided is an isolated contrast to modern living away from television or a landline telephone so a good range of books and board games are provided. As we only have 2G coverage there isn't any WIFI although this is available at the Bay Bistro in Rhossili if you sit at the right table. The signal is improving and some days is quite good! Outside: Set within grassed enclosure with wild areas. Patio and veranda. Access to garage where outside furniture may be stored. The dry logs, beach equipment and BBQ are also in the garage which can be locked to keep bikes and surfboards you may bring secure. Utility Room: Cool pantry with countertop freezer & stone slab good for storing food. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Linen included. Other: Lobby with space for hanging coats etc., and heated rack for drying shoes and outdoor clothing.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 60 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed - Maximum 2 dogsMaximum 2 dogs
No events
No smoking - But you can smoke outsideBut you can smoke outside
Max guests: 7 (sleeps up to 7 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 25
Map
Hosted by Liz Lucas
Ask a questionAbout Liz Lucas
The Lucas Family have managed Clover Cliff since 2008 when Ollie and Liz took it over from Ollie's cousin, Patrick and the Robin family. It has been a labour of love as we have made significant improvements fitting double glazing, bringing toilet access indoors (yes indoors!), a new kitchen, new bathroom and hot water system and new storage heaters. The roof has also been renewed and isulated for cosy winter weeks beside the log burner (logs provided!) and the parking area in the field is surfaced to help with access which was sometimes a challenge in wet weather in the past. We aim to provide something that is practical and comfortable but which lets the natural surroundings speak for themselves. Working on this has brought us into contact with such friendly and supportive local people and neighbours. Although we do not live locally we aim to always be available on the end of a phone and have great people who look after the house and grounds in our absence.
Liz Lucas purchased this cottage in 1949
Why Liz Lucas chose Rhossili
The house was built by Ollie’s grandparents to give their children close contact with the natural world away from the noise and pollution of London. They were passionate about Gower and were involved in the beginnings of the Gower Society and in the campaign to have it made an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ollie’s mother was staying at Clover Cliff when he was born and the small murals painted on the plaster of the sitting room were done by his grandfather, mother and aunts. He felt the place was in his bones and although he only lived there a short time, loved wandering the cliffs and beaches as a boy. Now it is not only our business project and families holiday home but also an inspiration for artists like Ollie. Sadly, Ollie died unexpectedly in 2015 but his wife, Liz and their children and grand children continue to enjoy all the activities that Clover Cliff and the Gower has to offer and continue to enable others to do the same.
What makes this cottage unique
Fantastic sea views, seclusion, slowing down, chilling out, contemplating the changing light and sea, watching birds, sharing our love of the natural outdoors with our children and grandchildren without having to get in a car first. Walking to Mewslade beach, surfing and making sandcastles, barbecues on the shingle at Ramsgrove and walking our dog, Ernie. Finding a secret place to sit alone on the cliffs. Walking to Hillend for lunch over Rhossili Down and back along Rhossili beach. The walk to the end of the Worm when the tide is right. Listening to winter storms outside beside the cosy wood burner. Friendly neighbours. Drawing in Mewslade valley (and just about everwhere else!) Waking up and watching the light change over The Worm as the sun comes up with a cup of tea in bed! Evening meals or a BBQ and wine looking at the sunset. Chasing rabbits - I never caught one (Ernie the dog). Please be aware that we have no television or wifi and for some mobile phone networks, the signal can be variable. A technology free holiday!
- Languages:
- english