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Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages consist of nine award-winning holiday cottages on the historic Plas Cilybebyll Estate, which has a recorded history back to the 14th century. Picturesque, peaceful and cosy, the stone cottages are in a great location for exploring the South Wales cities of Swansea and Cardiff, the Gower Peninsula’s spectacular beaches and Brecon Beacons National Park. Private woodland walks with views. Tourist Board Accredited.
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This is a review for Yr Hen Ysgol, which is a two bedroom cottage tucked away in the grounds of the Plas Cilybebyll Manor House and separate from the other holiday cottages around the courtyard. It shares the large lawn, ponds and gardens of the Manor House and as the main house is currently empty and undergoing renovation you have all these grounds to yourself at the moment. It is situated alongside the picturesque River Clydach which you can hear when you have the windows open. Formerly the estate Sunday school it is a solid stone building with a large kitchen, toilet room, relaxing lounge and small dining area downstairs and two comfortable bedrooms and bathroom upstairs. Additionally there is a modern sunny orangery UVPC conservatory extension bolted on to the dining area. We were blessed with some fine weather days, during which the conservatory heated up but the rest of the stone cottage remained pleasantly cool, especially as we didn’t bother with the Aga in the kitchen utilising the microwave and separate electric rings instead. Comprehensive information book in the cottage which is also available on line before you visit, and we utilised several of the recommended local pubs and restaurants during our stay. As others have mentioned the location of these self catering accommodation is excellent with both the scenic Brecon Beacons and the superb beaches and coastal walks of the Gower peninsula under an hours drive away, as are several gardens and NT properties. The Plas Cilybebyll Estate has its own circular guided walk around the estate which will take about 90 minutes to complete and affords some great scenic views down the Swansea valley at its highest point. The owners were quick to sort out a couple of teething problems we had and this was a very relaxing break in a superb part of the UK.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We had an absolutely fantastic time while staying at Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages. we stayed in Ty-Gambo and the overall property and facilities surpassed our expectations. The farm is nicely secluded in a very peaceful setting, but also not too far away from local amenities. The visitor guide book inside the property was absolutely incredible with so many useful pieces of information on what to do locally and where to explore. It made us realise that we will definitely have to come back again to see much more as we only got to visit a fraction of what was contained within. Richard, our host was extremely helpful and whilst we missed his call on arrival he did check in to make sure everything was ok and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit for a few days during the February half term.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Switch your phone off and just take it all in.
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Response from Richard Bowen, General Manager at Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages
Responded 23 Feb 2023
Thanks for your wonderful review. We are delighted that you enjoyed the many attraction in the area and we hope to welcome you again one day.
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We felt so relaxed from the moment we arrived on the farm. A really special place alongside the babbling brook. The cottage is sympathetically converted with many original features and a lovely little terrace and garden. The owners have clearly put their hearts and souls into the properties. The location is good for exploring the area although there are lots of places to walk locally too.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We were looking for a comfortable and peaceful place to stay in South Wales, we found this and more at Plas Farm. We spent a week in Lloc Llo, a stylish, immaculate cottage with super comfortable beds, comfy sofas and a very well equipped kitchen. The terrace looked onto the river Clydach which flowed between us and Bwthyn y Saer where our son and family came to join us for a few nights.Our grandchildren loved their stay and were thrilled to see a Heron swooping down river and under the bridge as we enjoyed supper on the terrace. There is so much to say about Plas Farm and the historic Cilybebyll Estate but there is an excellent website describing the history of this fascinating place. It is of particular interest to us as my husband’s family hail from this area and he’s researching his family tree. The information folder in the cottage is extensive and has everything you need to know regarding places of interest and more. Richard Bowen has written some fascinating books, he certainly has a way with words! These kept us up late on our first night reading the interesting facts and many humorous tales, also some stunning photographs. The excellent road links provide easy access to the Brecon Beacons National Park, the beautiful Gower Peninsular where the clean beaches have to be seen to be believed. Bustling and very popular Mumbles where restaurants and cafes abound, don’t forget to have an ice cream. Thank you Rachel, David and Richard for making our stay so enjoyable and we look forward to returning next month.
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Date of stay: September 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Richard Bowen, Owner at Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages
Responded 11 Sept 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and in particular the history of the Plas Cilybebyll Estate. The heron sighting must have been very dramatic being so close!
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The perfect Christmas stay, winter walks , amazing scenery, beautiful cottages . We stayed over Christmas and felt we were in the movie ‘the holiday’ . Our cottage was perfect , spotlessly clean and well equipped . The sound of the river was so relaxing and the wood fire and hot tub was a bonus . I would highly recommend a stay and it’s in an ideal location to visit so many beautiful areas . Our cottage was pet friendly and the perfect stay for long winter walks and a peaceful retreat .
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Date of stay: December 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Richard Bowen, General Manager at Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages
Responded 3 Jan 2025
So happy that you had a great time. Maybe they should film a sequel to The Holiday at Plas Farm!
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We rented the Manor House for a family staycation at the end of August. We were 8 adults and 5 children, and loved it so much, we can’t wait to go back next summer!
The location and grounds are breathtaking, the house is impressive with grand staircases, and well spread out to accommodate a large group. The pool was such a bonus, and we made the most of it - an absolute god send as the weather was very hit and miss.
The kitchen is stunning, and although the aga took some getting used to, it was a lovely touch and we soon got the hang of it.
The house has access to huge grounds, so we thoroughly enjoyed watching the sheep and cows in the morning, and loved our farm trail walk as well. There’s a very cute bridge and stream running close to the Manor House as well.
Richard was very responsive, and always on hand in the run up to our stay, as well as while we were there.
Only small comment I’d make is that the property could benefit from one more communal space - they have a lovely sitting room, and dining table in the kitchen, but if we were a larger group, we might have struggled without another reception room. I know they’re renovating and doing up the property over the coming months, so any small niggles will be fixed I’m sure!
Overall an absolute pleasure. Would definitely recommend 🙂
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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All 3 cottages were extremely well equipped, with every possible requirement thought of and provided for. We have always preferred self-catering and this was by far the best place we have stayed at. The owners and staff were friendly and helpful and the information pack incredibly comprehensive, with suggestions to suit everyone and all eventualities, including bad weather. The setting is idyllic and perfect for adults to relax, as well as for the children to explore and enjoy the surrounding countryside. Plus, there are plenty of places of interest to visit in the area. What a find!
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Date of stay: August 2022
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We stayed in Lloc Llo cottage. The owners were friendly and helpful. Several cottages in a farmyard setting quiet and relaxing with owners on site. The cottage was clean modern and very comfortable with all Laundry and cleaning equipment supplied Eco Friendly. The kitchen was well equipped. There is a lovely walk around the Estate. Great information pack best we have ever seen. There was Secure bike storage. We loved our two weeks there and would not hesitate to back again.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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We rented 2 cottages for4 nights to spend Christmas with our son. We stayed in Ty Cerbyd. The cottage was quaint and warm. It was reasonably equipped which made our stay comfortable. It was surrounded by other cottages that all blend together with the working farm. There was a “farm trail” - a pleasant walk around the farm although it was tricky in places due to mud and marshy ground as this time of year. We reported a fault with a WC cistern and it was repaired almost immediately. As it was Christmas, it would have been appreciated if the Christmas tree and a welcome food pack was provided. I recommend these farm cottages for their tranquility and location.
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Date of stay: December 2024
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Response from Richard Bowen, General Manager at Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages
Responded 4 weeks ago
Thank you for your review and for choosing to stay with us over Christmas. We’re delighted you enjoyed the tranquil setting and the comfort of Ty Cerbyd. We aim to make every stay special, particularly during the festive season. While Christmas trees are provided for all our cottages, it seems there was a miscommunication, and only one of your two cottages received a tree. We're always here to help resolve any issues during your stay. Thank you for recommending our cottages, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in the future. Warm regards, Richard Bowen Manager
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What a wonderful place to stay… 15 members of my family and 4 dogs have just stayed in 4 cottages at Plas Farm.
Each cottage is beautifully decorated, comfortable, clean and equipped with everything you need.
Richard and Rachel couldn’t have been more helpful.
And the weather was perfect ☀️
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Date of stay: June 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Richard Bowen, General Manager at Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages
Responded 3 Jul 2024
Thanks for choosing us for your group holiday. We're delighted that you and your pets had such a great time!
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Pontardawe, United Kingdom3 contributions9 helpful votes
Hi Mike,
Thanks for your holiday cottage enquiry. We have availability in Ty Cerbyd holiday cottage for the period in which you are interested. The rate for 5 nights is £468.70 - do not hesitate to get back in touch should you require further information.
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Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages
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PRICE RANGE
£260 - £321 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomWalesSouth WalesSwansea CountyPontardawe
NUMBER OF ROOMS
9
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