Guests say
East Cwm Ivy is a spacious and comfortable cottage praised for its wonderful location, offering great walks to beaches and proximity to a lovely shop and pub. It's ideal for family and friends, including pets, though some furnishings and aspects of cleanliness could be improved.
The property generally provides a comfortable stay, but there are suggestions that a more thorough cleaning would enhance the experience.
The location is highly regarded for its direct access to coastal walks and beautiful beaches, making it an excellent base for exploring the Gower peninsula.
The house is spacious and generally comfortable, suitable for various group sizes. However, some guests noted that certain mattresses could be more comfortable.
The property offers a sociable and enjoyable environment. Some furnishings appear to be a bit tired, indicating that minor updates could be beneficial.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches in the reviews, so it's not possible to assess the level of thoughtfulness.
About this property
This pet friendly, comfortable property is furnished for up to nine people to enjoy. The property benefits from a large garden and stunning views.
Take a break in this quirky family-friendly cottage in the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and immerse yourself in the diverse surroundings on a walk at Whiteford Burrows and Bay and take in woodland, marshland and sand dunes. At the property itself, there’s a small woodland accessible directly from the pretty garden, meaning adventures are right on your doorstep.
On the ground floor, you’ll find the characterful living room which features a marvellous open fireplace, a selection of soft seating options and walls lined with books for you to read. The charm continues into the kitchen with exposed stone walls and wooden beams contrasting against the pastel kitchen cabinets perfectly balancing the old with the new. Head through to the dining room to enjoy a family feast with seating for up to twelve, with natural light brightening the space through the sliding glass door. Completing the lower level is a WC, utility room and a study room which is great for anyone needing peace and quiet. The first floor is where all the bedrooms lie, starting off with two double bedrooms, one of which boasts an en-suite bathroom. With a feature stonework wall, the king-size bedroom is a spacious room with a homely feel and can be made up as a twin upon request. In addition, there is a single room and a bunk room, both of which are well-suited to children. All the bedrooms share the use of a shower room and a bathroom. Outside in the garden, a circular table offers a space to dine alfresco on the terrace, whilst a second table seating eight can be found on a lower level. What’s more, there is a lawn with a pergola and seating to be enjoyed during spells of good weather.
There is a plethora of wonderful walks to be taken in the local area, from the Wales Coast Path accessible from Whiteford Bay to the moderately challenging climb of Llanmadoc Hill offering panoramic views out to sea. Explore the various sandy stretches located in this part of Wales, with Oxwich Bay (7 miles miles) and Mumbles (15 miles), the latter of which is well-known for their fantastic Welsh-Italian ice cream.
Nearby points of interest
- Kidwelly Industrial Museum
- Parc Y Bocs Farm Shop
- Grand Theatre Swansea
- National Waterfront Museum
- Kidwelly Castle
Reviews (6)
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Mrs Donmall
Many thanks for prompt action on lack of heating, house was very cold & damp due to poor weather. Tom was amazing & helped with wood supply & heating. Thanks
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Dr Straker
A delightful place to stay - wonderful location, spacious and comfortable house. Three generations and dog all had a great time. Thank you.
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Ms Lesley Rhodes
Only didn’t give full marks for comfort is that although the house is absolutely lovely the mattress in the study bedroom wasn’t very comfortable or the zip link ones in the twin/ double room. The other 2 double and bunk beds were absolutely fine.