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Lovely cottage with a large garden and decked area overlooking the River Taff.

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Patio | The Resting Dragon, Cwmtrch, near Swansea
Summerhouse | The Resting Dragon, Cwmtrch, near Swansea
Living room | The Resting Dragon, Cwmtrch, near Swansea
Living room | The Resting Dragon, Cwmtrch, near Swansea
Reviews
8.0

Very good

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Cwmtrch, near Swansea
  • Popular LocationBrecon Beacons National Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationCraig-y-Nos Country Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationNational Showcaves Centre for Wales17 min drive
  • AirportSwansea (SWS)53 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lovely cottage with a large garden and decked area overlooking the River Taff.

Lovely cottage with a large garden and decked area overlooking the River Taff.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Double)
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Aga, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV, DVD Player
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, TV, DVD Player
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom 1: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Heating by rayburn and wood burner, electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras. . Enclosed front garden with patio, garden furniture, firepit, summerhouse and BBQ. On road parking, 100 yards away. No smoking. Please note: The property is accessed by foot over a small bridge and a small footpath.. Gorgeous cottage full of charm and original features, situated in upper Cwmtrch, sat just back from the river, which sounds just fabulous, making it a perfect base for exploring the area. There is lots to do from The Resting Dragon, and with being centrally based, you can be on the beach in 40 minutes or in the mountains in 30 minutes. There are lots of walks to be found near the property, great for taking your four-legged friends. Horse riding is available a short drive from the property, and the award-winning Dan yr Ogof show caves is a great day out for adults and kids alike. The town of Ystradgynlais is a short walk from the property, where an abundance of restaurants, shops and pubs can be found.
The Resting Dragon comprises of open plan kitchen with aga and a portable mini electric oven and hob, and dining room with Aga, large dining table with chairs and bench, living room with wood burner and Freeview TV, utility area with washing machine and toilet. To the first floor there is a single bedroom, a double bedroom, master bedroom with king size bed, TV for playing DVD of which there is a large collection in the property, and large walk-in wardrobe, ideal if you have a baby as the travel cot will have ample space in here. Lovely family bathroom with walk-in shower, granite sink and heated towel rail. Outside is a large, enclosed garden with brick-built barbecue, a summer house which is set up for yoga/light weights or just to relax on porch of summerhouse where there is a small table and 2 chairs, great for morning coffee as it catches the sun and decked area next to the river, perfect for listening to nature at the end of the day with a glass or two. The patio area is large enough to for dining al fresco and the fire pit has seating all round to keep everyone warm should the evening turn a bit cooler. The property is accessed via foot over a small bridge and then a small footpath, parking can be found on the lane further along from the bridge or as you turn in to the lane. The owner will kindly collect anyone from the local station if they do not have a vehicle and will also provide guided walks (arranged in advance and with the owner directly). Beach 12 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

The property is accessed via the 3rd foot bridge on the right along Fenlifach lane. Please use this bridge only for access. Any concerns please contact the owner directly.
There is a dog chest in the lounge with blankets/towels to cover the sofas and take care of any wet muddy pooches. Dog shampoo in utility room and an outside tap/sink to help keep your pets and muddy wellies clean.

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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Golf view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Swansea

Located in Swansea, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brecon Beacons National Park and Wern Plemys Nature Reserve, while Pontardawe Arts Centre and National Showcaves Centre for Wales are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Quad Challenge or Swansea.com Stadium. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with horse riding.
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Cwmtrch, near Swansea

What's nearby

  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 9 min drive
  • Henrhyd Waterfall - 14 min drive
  • Craig-y-Nos Country Park - 15 min drive
  • National Showcaves Centre for Wales - 17 min drive
  • Swansea Marina - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Swansea (WSS-Swansea Train Station) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Loaf - 6 min drive
  • Clock Works - 5 min drive
  • The New Swan Hotel - 5 min drive
  • Abercrave Inn - 11 min drive
  • Ynyscedwyn Arms - 7 min drive

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

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Communication

8.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

June N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
weekend away
lovely and quiet, everything you need for indoor and outdoor living, only downside no freezer or freezer compartment in either fridge, would not recommend for anyone with mobility issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

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