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Cottage |1 bedroom |Sleeps 4

Bishopston in Gower

from £43 / night

£300–£520 / week

2 nights minimum stay

Changeover Friday

4.5 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, may take pets - please enquire

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About the home

This is a truly unique holiday experience away from roads, traffic and street lights. Access is via the owner's 4x4 down a half mile track cut into the cliff and through a ford in the nearby river. Once here you will access most places by foot, be able to spend hours on the beach or seek adventures amongst the numerous footpaths that leave here to access Gower's beaches, castles, pubs and cafes!

There are of course some draw backs:
- Vehicular access is by 4x4 only
- Heating is via wood burning stove
- Mobile phone reception is very limited

But then think of the positives:
- Vehicular access is by 4x4 only!
- Heating is via wood burning stove!
- Mobile phone reception is very limited!
- Peace, quiet, owls, bats, stars, the sound of the sea at night…

This enchanting, picturesque bay is set within the heart of the Gower Peninsular, an area so beautiful it became Britain’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). With a history rich in smuggling and quarrying it is a haven to walkers, artists and nature lovers and considered by many locals as Gower’s best kept secret. Ship Cottage is a stone’s throw from the beach (have a go at throwing a stone on to the beach from the balcony when you get here) and was built as a pub around 1700 to keep the quarry workers from getting too thirsty.

The beauty of this holiday location is its isolation - once you are here you will feel in another world, away from cars and traffic yet only a brisk walk east or west along the coastal paths will lead you to good Cafes and a brisk walk north to a choice of three local pubs all serving good food.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
This spacious accomodation comprises a very large open plan kitchen/diner/lounge with double sofa bed, a stone inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove. The open plan kitchen allows adequate space and facilities to cook and a table to comfortably seat 4 adults. From the kitchen french doors lead out to an outside seating area, perfect for al fresco dining. This access leads directly onto the footpath a mere 50m from the beach.

From this large room a spiral stair leads up to a large recently fitted ensuite double bedroom (also access to fold out bed and cot). Large french doors give onto a balcony with amazing sea views and additional table and chairs. The bedroom sleeps 2 adults (with one small child and one baby at a push). Lounge sleeps 2. Ideal for 2 (spacious enough for 4 if happy to share ensuite - costs include bedding and towels for 2 guests a supplement is charged for more than 2 guests @ £10 p/head).

The property is attached to the home owners two hundred year old cottage in which there is access to washing machine and tumble dryer. The heating is via an impressive large and efficient log burner in the centre of the lounge that more than adequately heats the room. The ensuite has an electric shower.

Further details outdoors:
Access to this property is very limited and only suitable for brave 4x4 drivers, the 1/2 mile bumpy track leads you down into the bay along the cliff edge and down through a ford (which can flood) the drive takes some getting used to!!

We will pick you up and drop you off on handover day in our Landrover at the local shop which is 1 mile away - we would advise you to fill up with shopping goods on the way into Swansea (plenty of choice as main road in passes Sainsbury and Tesco) or a choice of two Co-operatives in Mumbles a nearby fishing village.

Further details

Pick up and drop offs to be provided

We are located at the end of a 1/2 mile 4WD only track by the sea

Ideal for walkers or nature lovers

Children welcome

Pets accepted at a cost of £20/ tail/ week if they are children and chicken friendly as we have both free ranging

Bedding/Towels included for 2 adults supplement of £10 per/head for any more guests

Short stays possible out of high season - 2 night break from £180

Conditions

All bookings must be made via the home owners.

A 25% deposit will need to be paid within a week of booking and a booking contract will need to be signed and returned. Full Payment will need to be made 8 weeks before your stay with us.

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Location of house in Pwll du Bay

 

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View of whole house- holiday let attached to owners house. Path follows Gower coastal path

 

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View of front of holiday let

 

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Balcony leading out from bedroom and outside eating area

The South Wales / Swansea/Bridgend/Neath region

Swansea Bay's a place of impressive contrasts: City and country; historic and contemporary; grand parkland and pounding surf.

Swansea Bay, south-west Wales, UK Swansea - Waterfront City, Wales' city by the sea, has Viking roots and a long, eventful history. Home to innovative visitor attractions and renowned for its awesome nightlife, it's a vibrant cultural centre, and a regional shopping hub.

Just a stone's throw away, the charismatic seaside village of Mumbles offers galleries and boutiques, snug cafés and fine dining.

The Gower Peninsula extends west of Mumbles, in miles of unspoilt coastal panoramas, award-winning golden beaches, and lush, rolling countryside.

And on the eastern edge of Swansea Bay, there's the Waterfall Country of Afan and the Vale of Neath: a must-see for walkers and cyclists alike. These steep-sided, wooded valleys are home to world-class mountain-biking, stately country parks, and the UK's second-largest forest south of the Scottish border.

'Swansea is the gateway to the Gower Peninsula, a compact compendium of coastal delights - from the golden-sand expanses of scenic Three Cliffs Bay, to the pounding surf and wind-blown ridge-walking at Rhossili' ... Lonely Planet
Gower history

For more information and a free local guide to activities please see http://visitswanseabay.com

The Gower / Bishopston area

The 19 mile-long Gower Peninsula starts at Mumbles and extends westwards. It's famous for its beautiful coastline and beaches (from vast Rhossili to tiny, secluded Pwll Du), and is a favourite destination for walkers and surfers. Inland you'll find sheltered woodland and rolling grasslands; country pubs and fine food

“...Gorgeous sandy beaches, flower-fringed limestone cliffs and easy-going coastal walks, near Swansea and its superb National Waterfront Museum' ... Lonely Planet”

The Gower Peninsula's beaches are some of Wales' cleanest and most beautiful. The Independent describes Rhossili as "the supermodel of British beaches", while Llangennith is one of The Guardian's 'Top 10 UK Surf Spots'.

For history lovers, the area boasts many ancient sites, monuments, caves, castles, shipwrecks and landmarks including Arthur's Stone, Giants Grave burial chamber and Pennard Castle. Stone Age artefacts have been discovered in Gower caves, including the oldest dated modern human remains ever discovered in Britain.

Nearby in the village there are three pubs all of which offer good food and the Joiners Arms a CAMRA award winning pub has its own ales.

A few miles East and you can visit Mumbles a fishing village situated in the sweep of Swansea bay which offers a range of clothes shops, coffee shops, bars and restaurants popular with holiday makers.

If you head West you can explore the more natural delights that Gower offers a range of beautidul sandy bays, popular with walkers, climbers and surfers. Gower has a number of pubs and restaurants and offers a variety of activities for people. There are three great golf courses and three riding stables within a 6 mile radius of Pwll Du.

Pwlldu is a very secluded bay in the heart of The Gower Peninsular Britains first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This secluded and picturesque bay with a history rich in smuggling and quarrying is a haven to many. There are only two properties based in the bay a stones throw from the beach both previously pubs built to keep the quarry workers from getting too thirsty.

For more information and free guides to Swansea see the links above

How to get there

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Nearest Travel Links
Airport: Cardiff: 80 km
Railway: Swansea: 13 km
Ferry: Swansea: 8 km

The Gower Peninsula is easily accessed by car, rail, plane or ferry. The closest international airport which serves Swansea is Cardiff Airport, with many budget flights to European cities. It is less than one hours drive from the Gower Peninsular. By road, the M4 motorway means that Swansea is less than three hours from London, two and a half hours from Birmingham and 4 hours from Manchester.

There are regular trains and coaches to Swansea from all parts of the UK. Swansea train station is seven miles from Bishopston and Gower and connected by a regular bus service. Swansea also has a ferry terminal with a regular service to Cork and two hours west there are regular ferries from Rosslare into Fishguard.

Gower is well sign posted from the M4 and Bishopston is situated at the heart of south Gower peninsula.

Activities near Gower

Reviews

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22 Jun 2012

“Ideal Location for Walkers” Ship Cottage is in a Beautifull Location, so tranquil it was the perfect place for our stress free holiday. Kath and Bob were very welcoming and helpfull. You have the added bonus of your own beach 2 mins walk from your back door and spectacular views. Ideal for walkers but do take lots of supplies nearest shop is 20 mins walk Response: Thankyou for your comments - glad you enjoyed and hope to see you again!

07 Jun 2012

“Magical location and warmest of welcomes!” Enjoyed a perfect week of relaxation in this wonderful location - just what we needed! Kath and Bob are so helpful and friendly. We did not want to leave and will certainly return to this perfect haven. The beach on the doorstep; wonderfull walks and wildlife, the log fire in the evenings and we loved the verandah to sit out on. Many thanks!

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Low	5 Jan 13	8 Feb 13	300£ 300	-	-	2 Nights
Medium - half term	8 Feb 13	15 Feb 13	355£ 355	-	-	1 Week
Low	15 Feb 13	29 Mar 13	300£ 300	-	-	2 Nights
Medium Easter	29 Mar 13	12 Apr 13	355£ 355	-	-	1 Week
Low	12 Apr 13	24 May 13	300£ 300	-	-	2 Nights
High	24 May 13	12 Jul 13	400£ 400	-	-	2 Nights
Peak - Summer	12 Jul 13	30 Aug 13	500£ 500	-	-	1 Week
High	30 Aug 13	27 Sep 13	400£ 400	-	-	2 Nights
Low	27 Sep 13	25 Oct 13	300£ 300	-	-	2 Nights
Medium	25 Oct 13	1 Nov 13	355£ 355	-	-	1 Week
Low	1 Nov 13	20 Dec 13	300£ 300	-	-	2 Nights
Peak	20 Dec 13	3 Jan 14	500£ 500	-	-	1 Week

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
High	24 May 13	12 Jul 13	420£ 420	-	-	2 Nights
Peak - Summer	12 Jul 13	30 Aug 13	520£ 520	-	-	1 Week
High	30 Aug 13	27 Sep 13	420£ 420	-	-	2 Nights
Low	27 Sep 13	25 Oct 13	320£ 320	-	-	2 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Rates include bedding & house towels for 2 guests a supplement is charged for extra guests @ £10 p/head

Dogs (max of two) would be accepted at an additional charge £20 p/tail as long as they don't chase our cat or chickens!

Children are really welcome as we have our own next door !

Rates for less than a week can be negotiated out of season please contact us for more information

Availability

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