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Charming Cottage in the Gwaun valley, near Newport

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Fishguard, WLS
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
    7 min drive
  • Last Invasion Gallery
    8 min drive
  • Bara Brith
    11 min drive
  • Fishguard & Goodwick Station
    19 min drive

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About the area

Fishguard

Seaside stay .You'll find Ffald-y-Brenin Trust and Dyffryn Fernant Gardens within 3 miles (5 km) of this cottage. Lota Park and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - 7 min drive
  • Last Invasion Gallery - 8 min drive
  • Ffald-y-Brenin Trust - 10 min drive
  • Fishguard Port - 13 min drive
  • Newport Sands - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Fishguard & Goodwick Station - 19 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Creswells Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Golden Lion Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Llys Meddyg Hotel & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shop - Ocean Lab - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Cottage in the Gwaun valley, near Newport

This sturdy cottage has one double bedroom, a traditional open fireplace, kitchen, bathroom and an upstairs bedroom with single beds (restricted headroom and requiring nimbleness for access by sturdy ladder stairs with handrail.) Its quirky character is part of the cottage's charm - suitable to holidaymakers keen on simple living.
Fully furnished, with a video for DVDs, Washing machine, Fridge, Electric cooker, and Broadband internet. There is a parking area for 2 cars opposite the cottage.
Situated in the unrivalled Gwaun Valley, one of the rare remaining areas of temperate rainforest in Britain, the cottage is backed by steep-sided oak clad valleyside, and a bubbling stream flows beside the property. Secluded garden with hanging line, seats, table and barbecue. Very quiet, protected and peaceful, with pubs about 1 mile in either direction (one of them well known: 'Bessie's') beaches including Newport Sands, 3-5 miles, legendary Pembrokeshire coastal walks, fishing, fresh water and sea. For active living, or just enjoying your leisure, it makes for an unforgettable holiday experience.
Beside the Pembrokeshire National Park, and in a protected site of Special Scientific Interest, the Gwaun Valley abounds in wildlife and interesting insects. A small and beautiful river flows down the valley, with Brown Trout. On blowy days, the valley tends to be warmer than upland areas.

Property manager

Heather MACGREGOR

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: By individual arrangement.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: cot available

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Charming Cottage Newport Fishguard
Charming Newport Fishguard
Charming Cottage Near Newport
Charming Cottage, Near Newport Cottage
Charming Cottage, Near Newport Fishguard
Charming Cottage, Near Newport Cottage Fishguard

Charming Cottage in the Gwaun valley, near Newport Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness
A delight nestled in the woods and valley
We had a wonderful time. Cwmllan feels back in time in the best way. Some reviewers seemed critical of the water pressure from the spring-fed water system but this didn't bother us much at all. It's a place to go slower, not to be rushing around! Lovely neighbours and beautiful surroundings. Wonderful choice of walks and a good old-school DVD collection for cosy rainy nights in. Highly recommended.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tamsin F.

Happy Holiday!
We have just had a great 10 night stay in the cottage and loved it's location. So much wildlife around and such a quirky cottage. So close and an easy drive to Newport beach and all the locals were incredibly friendly. We will definitely be back to stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jonathan s.

Lovely
Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Suzanne W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Cwmllan
We booked this lovely cottage because of the setting and because it was a traditional old cottage. We enjoyed our stay but the overall cleanliness was disappointing. Also the cold water pressure was very low so we couldn’t really bath or shower
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Lesley M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice spot, shame about the property
We were meant to stay for a week, but stayed one night, emailed the landlady at 6.30am to say we were leaving, we found the property unacceptable, eg H&S issues, vermin, cleanliness standards, broken windows. To this end, she refunded part of what we had paid, we contact VRBO customer services, who were excellent in dealing with us, and we got a full refund.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a lovely place
Tranquil and unspoilt in an incredible part of the country.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful base for exploring Pembrokeshire
Cywllan was perfect for my requirements; quiet, peaceful and close to all amenities. Coast path close by; plenty of lovely places for walking,swimming and cycling (those hills though!).
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith Stevens S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Retreat
Perfect place to get away from it all! We loved it.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint secluded retreat
Lovely cottage. Central for Dinas mountain nearby, fishguard, beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

malcolm d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely holidays
Break from the demands of every day life away from it all
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
a very fine cottage
a traditional welsh cottage in a quiet corner of Pembrokeshire. I enjoyed my stay and was blessed with some good weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week in may
Luved our stay amazing place beautiful setting and a lovely charming cottage
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

brigette g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Cottage, Stunning Location
We had a marvellous fortnight at Cwmllan, a cosy cottage in a beautiful wooded valley not far from the coast. Fabulous footpaths, stunning scenery, cracking coastpaths and a cosy cottage to come home to at the end of the day. It was so lovely to fine somewhere so unpretentious and homely. There are lots of great walks from the cottage, including of course the stroll to 'Bessies' - walking back under a full moon without the need for a torch was grand. So much variety in North Pembrokesire was a real surprise - walks included woods (Ty Canol wood was amazing), moor, common, hills, riverside, beaches and rugged coastpath. We'd love to return and are very grateful to Heather and Phil for sharing their beautiful cottage with us - and for the welcome pack - Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

cristina p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location is amazing, but there is a big issue with the water pressure.
Location is amazing, tranquil and very green near beautiful beaches. The beds are very cosy. Kitchen is well furbished. I didn't give it a 5 star rating because there is a big problem with the water pressure. We were unable to shower. Some days there was not enough cold water coming out of the shower (l boiling shower) and other days no hot water so unable to get a warm temperature all week. Not enough water for 4 people. But we managed twice to get a quick cold shower. It is a real shame because everything else was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Sarah S., Vale of Glamorgan

Very very Basic .
The location is lovely but quite far away from everything. Bedding and bedroom clean and comfortable. Kitchen equipment ok . Had everything we needed . Stairs , A death trap !! Very dangerous! .Cold water taps very low water pressure, only runs at a trickle. Practically impossible to have a decent shower . Some windows didn’t close properly others broken . Had a few mice 🐁 visiting! . Needs low doorway warning signs ! And desperately in need of decorating. Effervescent and mould on walls . Clothes felt damp even in July ! . Would be nice to have an aerial for Tv . Hard to get hold of dvd’s these days. Internet very slow . This cottage could be so much better with some TLC
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

topher m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in beautiful location
Cwmllan is an old cottage with a lot of character. It is simple and old fashioned but has everything you need. It's the perfect place to get away from it all and unwind. The road is very quiet and the valley is incredibly beautiful, full of insects and birds and woodland flowers (in spring). I didn't want to leave.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness
half term
It is exactly what it said it was...quiet & quirky. What an area to stay in no matter the weather...chilled
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and beautiful
We enjoyed the rustic and quaint cottage in a beautiful and quiet location. Lots of things to do nearby and walks in the valley. We loved walking to Bessies for a couple of pints of Bass in the evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Ben K., Radley, Oxfordshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural idyll
a beautiful little cottage in an idyllic location. if you like peace and quiet it's a great spot. for 2 the accommodation worked perfectly, you'd need to be nimble to use the 2nd bedroom as stairs are steep and head height limited. Basic but had everything we needed for getting away from it all
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bo S.

Lovely quiet location
The cottage is in the Gwaun valley which is beautiful and ever so quiet. It's easy to get to the local beaches. The cottage is quite spacious compared to some, you could potentially fit more people the 4 and the garden is nice
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
Cwmllan is in an idyllic location, peace and quiet is a certainty, the cottage backs into woods and passing traffic is minimal. It’s a very traditional country cottage, low doorways and thick walls, we felt at home straight away. It’s not for someone who wants a modern property or has any mobility issues but we really enjoyed our stay, it’s well located for exploring North Pembrokeshire and Cwm Gwaun itself is full of good walks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marion W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky cottage in beautiful location
Cottage has basic facilities but is full of character and charm and in a beautiful and peaceful location. We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

jonathan s.

Liked: Cleanliness
very lovely place
We had a great relaxing time at this amazing original place the valley is quite a special place with great walks and lots of interesting history.the place was cosy and full of quirky lovely details.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

mariette v.

Liked: Cleanliness
an unspoilt, authentic traditional welsh cottage
This property was exactly what we expected of a traditional old welsh cottage, with many lovely features, the open fire the narrow stairs the quiet location, simple unfitted kitchen and simple furnishings. all wonderfully in sympathy with the property. The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. However we felt that the price of renting the cottage did not reflect the size of the property and that the basic and simple style of the furnishings and fittings was not reflected in what we felt was a high cost.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

George P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A super quaint detatched cottage, with loads of charm!
We loved the authentic style of the cottage. The beds were comfy and clean and towels are provided. There are all mod cons including electric heating, gas cooker, microwave, washing machine, satellite tv, a selection of dvds and wifi(!) The old ingelnook fireplace is absolutely lovely. Everything you need was there, plenty cutlery, plates, pots and pans etc - even coffee and tea! The original cottage appears to have been extended several times and so has a quirky charm, with lots of original features. The location is quite isolated with only occasional cars, passing walkers, cyclists and farm vehicles. However it is only about 15 minutes drive from Fishguard. The bubbling stream next to the house is very quaint. If modern and newly renovated is your thing look elsewhere though. The steps to the upstairs bedroom are quite steep and not very straight, but perfectly serviceable. The tiny door to the upstairs bedroom is charming- although probably not suitable for the elderly, or very young children. Having said that, other than the upstairs bedroom everything else is on the ground floor. We had a really lovely stay, explored the area every day and enjoyed a cosy roaring fire every evening. We also enjoyed sitting in the garden. A great holiday in a very quaint cottage, we absolutely loved it and were very sad to leave!