Bwthyn Creigiau

About this property

The owners of Bwthyn Creigiau have turned a former Georgian piggery into a beautiful holiday cottage that sleeps six people in three bedrooms. Original beams and stone walls have been brought into the 21st-century with triple glazing and underfloor heating, and the family have used their experience to create a space that feels like home but which is accessible and wheelchair-friendly. The self-catering cottage is just outside the village of Llangain and a short drive from both historical Carmarthen and the Twyi Estuary and beaches, with the Gower and Pembrokeshire also accessible for a day out.

Bwthyn Creigiau is a former farm building given a new lease of life as a light and spacious holiday cottage. Three bedrooms sleep up to six people with room for a cot, making it a great choice for a family who wants to stay somewhere quiet that is close to the coast of Carmarthen Bay. Apart from one of the bedrooms, all of the accommodation is on one level, and the furnishings and layout have been carefully considered to make Bwthyn Creigiau accessible for guests in wheelchairs.

The cottage is located on a former working farm, surrounded by verdant countryside. The village of Llangain is a mile and a half from the cottage, with gorgeous woodland carpeted with daffodils and bluebells during spring, as well as gently rolling hills that rise to offer lovely views. A short walk from Llangain will take you to the ruins of Castle Moel, while other footpaths lead to sites such as Meini Llwydion and Merlin’s Quoits, both of which are believed to be Neolithic burial sites.

There are excellent shops and amenities five miles away in Carmarthen, including a large Tesco, as well as a train station and a variety of places to eat and drink. Carmarthen is built on the banks of the River Tovey and is believed to be not only the oldest town in Wales but also the birthplace of the legendary wizard, Merlin. There is certainly something magical about Carmarthen, particularly in the old part of town where you will find family-run restaurants and pubs like The Plume of Feathers in St Mary’s Street which is so small that there is no room to sit down! Carmarthen also has a good variety of shops with both independent boutiques and familiar high-street names. Also in town are the Gwili Steam railway, a cinema, a bowling alley with play area, and laser tag.

The proximity to beautiful beaches are another reason to stay at Bwthyn Creigiau, with the nearest being Llansteffan only ten minutes from the cottage. Llansteffan is on the tidal Twyi Estuary with two beaches - The Green, which has parking, a cafe and a shop, and Scott’s Bay which is flat and sandy and good for fishing for bass and flounder. Both beaches have a wide (especially at low tide) expanse of hard sand which is great for playing games and are popular with families and children who like to swim when the tide is in.

During your stay, you can walk or cycle through the countryside, play on the beach, visit castles like Carmarthen, Laugharne and Kidwelly, or watch the birds on a walk along the estuary or around Llyn Brianne Dam. The Gower and the Pembrokeshire coast are each within an hour’s drive of the cottage, as are Brechfa Forest and the western edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. The peaceful location and high standard of accommodation are such that you may be perfectly content sitting in the cottage’s six-acres and landscaped gardens. Whatever the season, Bwthyn Creigiau is a fantastic choice for your next holiday.

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Accommodation Comprises:

Except for one bedroom, the accommodation at Bwthyn Creigiau is all on one level and accessible to wheelchair users. With underfloor heating and triple-glazed windows, Bwthyn Creigiau is a comfy and warm holiday retreat at any time of the year. The owners live next door and are nearby to provide advice and information if needed to ensure guests get the most out of their stay at Bwthyn Creigiau.

Downstairs:

Open-plan living room with exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling adding to the sense of space. A wall of French windows allow the light and views of the garden to flood in, while comfy seating allows guests to relax and chat or watch TV.

The kitchen/dinning area has a dining table that seats up to six people, as well as an electric oven and halogen hob, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble-drier. The kitchen has a breakfast bar with stools for casual dining.

King-size master bedroom. Once part of the piggery, it is now an elegant bedroom with vaulted ceilings and a king-sized bed.

Twin bedroom with two single beds (plus space for a cot) and a television. This bedroom is wheelchair accessible.

Spacious anti-slip accessible wet-room with shower area, small bath, wash basin and WC.

Additional bathroom on the ground floor with a walk-in shower, wash basin and WC.

Upstairs:

Third bedroom (a short set of stairs from the living room provide access to this room) - a great room for children with two single beds, a television and room for a cot.

Outside: There is plenty of space to relax outside and for children to play with six acres of grounds which include a landscaped sensory garden. A raised patio with garden views has a table and chairs so you can eat outside when it suits you. Parking next to the cottage for two vehicles is available with a wheelchair friendly path taking you to the door. Secure storage is available for bikes, fishing tackle and outdoor gear.

Additional Information: Bed linen, towels and utilities are included in the price (guests should bring beach towels if required and sheets for the cot if needed). Short breaks available out of peak - please enquire with the owner. A discount is offered when guests book 2 consecutive weeks. Smoking and pets are not permitted. We have unfenced open ponds within 40 metres of the cottage which may be a consideration for young children.