Blaencwm Lodge
About the home
Blaencwm Lodge is a magical, detached single-storey property originating in the 17th century, sitting in its private, south-facing garden bordered by a stream. Its cosy sitting room (with sofa bed) and one bedroom are original, exposed-beamed and traditional. Free logs for the woodburner are available all year round. The airy dining and kitchen room is recently-built and attractive, and its double-glazed, oak-framed windows offer big skies and extensive scenic views, especially to the west and its sunsets. The night skies - for star watching - are acknowledged authoratively as world-class
Blaencwm is also something of a wildlife paradise. This one-time only toehold of the red kite also has a variety of other rarer bird sightings, including goshawks, pied flycatchers, crossbills and others. The guestbook indicates an unofficial competition for sightings with over 30 species spotted in/from the garden alone. We have come face to face with a polecat in the roadside bank outside, and pheasants usually drift in to scoop up the birdfood discarded by picky smaller birds. More domestically, a treat for many are the daily visits of horses in the adjoining field.
Blaencwm Lodge is not one of the majority of cottages which are adjacent to owners' residences or in clusters. You will be on your own to relax and enjoy Blaencwm's peace, charm and seclusion- yet 2.6 miles from the pub! (and shops; and 3 miles from the railway station)
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 1 bedroom |
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| Will consider: | House swaps Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Not suitable for children Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 1 Bedroom, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Blaencwm's sitting room has a woodburner stove, sofa bed, television, dvd player, storage heater and telephone (self-pay). The bedroom has an exposed pine floor, storage heater, plenty of books and a working open fireplace. The mattress and bedding are of high quality. The bright bathroom has a bath, a good shower and a shaving point. A small storage heater ticks over and a wall-fixed fan heater is available for a quick boost of heat. Both are of bathroom specification. The dining and kitchen room has a solid oak floor, fridge-freezer, cooker/oven, microwave (the type that 'does everything'), coffee grinder, cafetiere; and granite work surface. There is a top-of-class washer/dryer adjacent to the kitchen.
Windows throughout the property are (oak-frame) double-glazed
Further details outdoors:
The garden itself has a number of viewing points too; and the pleasure of a glass of wine, watching the sun go down, from indoors or out, in perfect peace broken only by birdsong and the tumbling stream never wanes. A chimenea provides an extra glow on the terrace on off-season evenings, and there is a 'pizza oven firepit' barbecue. Being south-facing and private, the garden is also a good place for relaxed sunbathing. In fact it is possible to follow the sun for most of the day, using any of five different seating areas. Four face south and west for the sunsets, and one east for breakfast (well brunch anyway). For the culinarily inclined, at least six herbs are usually to be found growing a few paces from the kitchen door. (Oregano - wonderful with local lamb, is colonising the place!). There is a parking place.
The access road is a proper council-maintained tarmac one, and yet quiet and peaceful due to its being a no-through road with only one property beyond it
Further details
Logs for the woodburner are free.
Reasonable electricity consumption is included.
An average of 330 MB of internet access per day is included.
Linen is provided, including bedding, towels and tea towels.
Smoking areas are in the garden.
With considerable regret, we are unable to accept pets.
Blaencwm Lodge is offered ideally for two persons; though there is a double sofa-bed in the sitting room. You are welcome to bring a baby and cot. If you do choose to have children to stay, you need to be aware that the garden and environs are potentially dangerous, given that there are steep drops into often-deep pools which are unfenced.
The Prince of Wales has selected Myddfai for his Welsh home!
Conditions
The cottage is available from 1600 (4 p.m) on day of arrival and should be vacated by 10.00 (10 a.m.) on day of departure. These times can be flexible on days when both an arrival and a departure do not coincide: that is not on a 'changeover day'.
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Enquire nowThe West Wales / Pembrokeshire / Carmarthenshire region
Nearby are historic castles - Carreg Cennen being described as the most theatrically-set castle in Wales: the national Botanic gardens under its astonishing glass dome; Aberglasney Gardens; the stunningly-set RSPB Dinas-Gwenfrwdd; Brecon Beacons National Park walking from Blaencwm Lodge's doorstep. Myddfai, and its 'Phsicians of Myddfai' history, is very near; and Llyn-y-Fan Fach, the mysterious lake of the "Lady of the Lake" legend is up the mountain from it.
Further afield are "Waterfall Land" and its network of caves; and a wide choice of coastline scenery to south and west, including the unsung "Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty"-designated Gower coast.
The Llangadog area
Blaencwm Lodge is situated on a peaceful no-through road in the parish of Myddfai, and is one mile from the western boundary of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Blaencwm is closest as the crow flies - and by forestry track - to the village of Myddfai, but it bears the postal address of Llangadog, the closest village by road, 2.6 miles away, a pleasant and peaceful walk on a very quiet minor road. Llangadog, situated on the Towy, has two excellent eating pubs, a thriving church with a proud musical tradition, and even a station stop on the famously scenic Central Wales Line. There is a general store and an excellent butcher.
Llandovery, somewhat larger than Llangadog, is 4.2 miles in the opposite direction.
There are glorious walking opportunities in the surrounding National Park and Towy Valley. The Carmarthenshire and Gower coasts to the south and Cardiganshire beaches to the west are roughly equidistant, and accessed largely by quiet and scenic roads which are a pleasure in themselves. The stunning Gwenffrwd-Dinas RSPB reserve is 14 miles away.
How to get there
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| Railway: | Llangadog: 5 km |
Blaencwm Lodge is 2.6 miles from Llangadog, which is situated off the A40 between Llandeilo and Llandovery.
Myddfai is a similar distance in the opposite direction. There is a train station at Llangadog, and a taxi service based in the village.
Myddfai is the centre of the 'Physicians of Myddfai' story and, up the mountain from it is Llyn-y-Fan Fach - the lonely lake of the 'Lady of the Lake' legend
The location is roughly equidistant from both Gower and Cardiganshire coasts. The b route route to Newquay, on the Cardiganshire coast is a delight, as is the b road route to charming Llansteffan on the very nearest (Carmarthenshire) coast.
Activities near Llangadog
Tennis in town
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 23 Feb 2013 |
Just returned from a three day stay at Blaencwm Lodge. We feel lucky to have found this great cottage which is very well presented. Very peaceful setting with fantastic views which can be seen from the lovely kitchen from where you can also watch the many species of birds.. Woodburner in the lounge was an added bonus in the cold weather. Hoping to return in warmer weather to take advantage of the pretty garden which has a stream and many different seating areas. We have stayed in many places which have been lovely but this cottage is one of the best. Response: I am delighted you enjoyed Blaencwm in what was a pretty cold spell.. I was glad to be able to get there myself in advance of your visit and assure that the woodburner was 'humming' for your arival. I am pleased you will return for the sunny garden experience! Jean |
![]() 15 Jan 2013 |
We spent five amazingly refreshing days at Blaencwm Lodge across NYE 2012 and we simply cannot say enough about this charming cottage. We arrived in the dark after a delayed departure from London to... more Response: Heart-warming comments. Thank you. J |
![]() 14 Dec 2012 |
We have just spent a three day short break at Blaencwm Lodge.....we can only describe it a heaven. A beautiful, clean cottage with inviting log burner. A comfy large bed with crisp cotton sheets! We were lucky to enjoy crisp, frosty and sunny days. The views from the kitchen / dining room are amazing. The bird feeders attract a variety of birds including a beautiful woodpecker who visited daily. The red kite flying in the sky was also a wonderful sight. The peace and tranquility certainly recharged our batteries! A return visit in the near future is a definite for us! Thank you Jean. Your welcome card and chocolates were a lovely thought. The Christmas decorations were just perfect! x Response: Lovely comments; thank you. It is rewarding when guests appreciate - as in this case - the little quality points like good quality bed linen Jean |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 2 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 28 Sep 12 | 19 Oct 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 19 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 12 | 15 Dec 12 | £ 320 | £ 75 | £ 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 15 Dec 12 | 28 Dec 12 | £ 495 | £ 90 | £ 90 | 5 Nights | |
| 28 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 495 | £ 95 | £ 95 | 3 Nights | |
| 5 Jan 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 320 | £ 75 | £ 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 23 Mar 13 | 13 Apr 13 | £ 420 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 13 Apr 13 | 4 May 13 | £ 360 | £ 85 | £ 85 | 3 Nights | |
| 4 May 13 | 25 May 13 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 25 May 13 | 1 Jun 13 | £ 440 | £ 80 | £ 80 | 5 Nights | |
| 1 Jun 13 | 27 Jul 13 | £ 440 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Jul 13 | 17 Aug 13 | £ 475 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 17 Aug 13 | 24 Aug 13 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 24 Aug 13 | 14 Sep 13 | £ 420 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Sep 13 | 21 Sep 13 | £ 395 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 21 Sep 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 360 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Sep 13 | 26 Oct 13 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 26 Oct 13 | 3 Nov 13 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 13 | 14 Dec 13 | £ 330 | £ 77 | £ 77 | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Dec 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 400 | £ 84 | £ 84 | 3 Nights | |
| Christmas | 21 Dec 13 | 28 Dec 13 | £ 495 | £ 90 | - | 5 Nights |
| New Year | 28 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 525 | £ 105 | £ 105 | 4 Nights |
| 4 Jan 14 | 12 Apr 14 | £ 330 | £ 77 | £ 77 | 3 Nights | |
| easter | 12 Apr 14 | 26 Apr 14 | £ 420 | £ 98 | - | 3 Nights |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
| Weekday | Weekend | |||||
| 28 Sep 12 | 19 Oct 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 19 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 12 | 15 Dec 12 | £ 320 | £ 75 | £ 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 15 Dec 12 | 28 Dec 12 | £ 495 | £ 90 | £ 90 | 5 Nights | |
| 28 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 495 | £ 95 | £ 95 | 3 Nights | |
| 5 Jan 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 320 | £ 75 | £ 75 | 3 Nights | |
| 23 Mar 13 | 13 Apr 13 | £ 420 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 13 Apr 13 | 4 May 13 | £ 360 | £ 85 | £ 85 | 3 Nights | |
| 4 May 13 | 25 May 13 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 25 May 13 | 1 Jun 13 | £ 440 | £ 80 | £ 80 | 5 Nights | |
| 1 Jun 13 | 27 Jul 13 | £ 440 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Jul 13 | 17 Aug 13 | £ 475 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 17 Aug 13 | 24 Aug 13 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 24 Aug 13 | 14 Sep 13 | £ 420 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Sep 13 | 21 Sep 13 | £ 395 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 21 Sep 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 360 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Sep 13 | 26 Oct 13 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 26 Oct 13 | 3 Nov 13 | £ 380 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 13 | 14 Dec 13 | £ 330 | £ 77 | £ 77 | 3 Nights | |
| 14 Dec 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 400 | £ 84 | £ 84 | 3 Nights | |
| Christmas | 21 Dec 13 | 28 Dec 13 | £ 495 | £ 90 | - | 5 Nights |
| New Year | 28 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 525 | £ 105 | £ 105 | 4 Nights |
| 4 Jan 14 | 12 Apr 14 | £ 330 | £ 77 | £ 77 | 3 Nights | |
| easter | 12 Apr 14 | 26 Apr 14 | £ 420 | £ 98 | - | 3 Nights |
The property does not have weekend tariffs.
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
The usual start day for a 1 week holiday is Saturday, but other days can be considered off-season- during weeks shown as 'min stay 3nights'.
The usual start days for a 3 night break are Sunday or Wednesday, but other days can be considered at short notice.
Short breaks are of 3 nights duration and charged at 70% of weekly rate. (A 2 night break, though possible, has to be charged at the 3 night rate). It is not usually possible for short breaks to end on a Sunday
4 nights - 80% of 1 week rate
5 nights - 90% of 1 week rate
6 nights - 95% of 1 week rate
£50 off second week of 2 week holiday (£100 over Christmas/New Year). This reflects the absence of servicing during the two weeks, though a change of linen is included.
A 30% (non-returnable) deposit is chargeable to secure booking, with full payment by 8 weeks before holiday start date. Payments can be by sterling cheque or electronic (bank) transfer.
Logs for woodburner, and reasonable electricity and internet usage are included in rates.
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