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1 Cathelyd Colliery Stables is a renovated stable block that housed the pit ponies from the local colliery at the turn of the century. The property is situated in a wooded valley adjacent to the the Cwm Clydach bird reserve. Next door is the local family run pub The New Inn that serves excellent food. It is an ideal location for bird watchers, walkers, mountain bikers and nature lovers. Dogs are welcome. We are situated 3 miles from J45 of the M4 with easy access to Swansea, the Gower and the Brecon Beacons
The New Inn pub next door serves lunch and evening meals Tues to Sat. Sunday lunch is served to 3pm.
The cottage has an open plan living, dining and kitchen area that has been renovated to a high standard. There is stairs to the first floor with bedroom 1 that has a king size bed an...1 Cathelyd Colliery Stables is a renovated stable block that housed the pit ponies from the local colliery at the turn of the century. The property is situated in a wooded valley adjacent to the the Cwm Clydach bird reserve. Next door is the local family run pub The New Inn that serves excellent food. It is an ideal location for bird watchers, walkers, mountain bikers and nature lovers. Dogs are welcome. We are situated 3 miles from J45 of the M4 with easy access to Swansea, the Gower and the Brecon Beacons
The New Inn pub next door serves lunch and evening meals Tues to Sat. Sunday lunch is served to 3pm.
The cottage has an open plan living, dining and kitchen area that has been renovated to a high standard. There is stairs to the first floor with bedroom 1 that has a king size bed and bedroom 2 that has 2 single beds 2'6'. The bathroom has a shower (no bath). All rooms upstairs have sky lights and is bright and airy.
Bed linen and towels provided. Wi-Fi available. Welcome pack is provided on arrival including tea, coffee, and sugar. Basic items such as washing up liquid, toilet rolls, hand wash etc are provided and a hair dryer
There is an outside unit that has laundry facilities, washing m/c, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board, freezer, drying room, and a lock up for bikes and other equipment.
There are 4 electric hook ups available for camper vans or tents for larger parties. Please enquire to make arrangements.
Cwm Clydach RSPB Reserve is next to the cottages. Public paths and trails are open from dawn to dusk.
There are two man-made reservoirs near the village of Felindre, in the Lliw valley, called the Lower Lliw Reservoir and the Upper Lliw Reservoir. The reservoirs are managed by Welsh Water. The surrounding countryside is open to the public for recreational purposes.More
Stunning weekend break cosy cottage
Stunning inside so well set up fire burning on arrival and fresh farm eggs.
Ann the owner was so helpful
Scenic walks in every direction. Highly recommend
This is a really lovely place to stay. We spent a week here and it’s the perfect position for beaches in the west of Wales and walks in the Brecons. The property itself is spotlessly clean, has everything you would need for a week’s stay...More
We booked The Stables on short notice as we were looking for a good place to stay for 3 nights as a base to explore Southern Wales. We had never heard of, much less contemplated the town of Clydach in our itinerary, but this place...More
Lovely accommodation. New, clean and comfortable. Homemade Bara Brith was very welcome. Well connected to the mainly level, traffic free cycle routes in the countryside and down to Swansea. Walks straight from the cottage. Hired bikes from Santander bikes in Swansea and cycled along the...More
Date of stay: August 2019
Thank Kate H
Ann L, VR Owner at 1 Cathelyd Colliery Stables, responded to this reviewResponded 25 August 2019
It was lovely to meet Kate and her family and I’m glad they enjoyed their stay. Great guests welcome back anytime.😊
Stayed here with my family we booked both cottages on arrival we were met with a warm and informative welcome by Ann (owner) not forgetting Opi the dog.
We arrived Christmas eve stayed 3 nights. Ann had gone the extra mile by making the cottages...More
Lovely place to stay.
My family and i stayed for a week lot to do and see.
Some beautiful walks to go exploring.
Cottage was nice and modern.
I do believe 6 people and one bathroom is a bit of a issue.
A very peaceful...More
Date of stay: August 2018
1 Thank cloud9smiles
Ann L, VR Owner at 1 Cathelyd Colliery Stables, responded to this reviewResponded 12 August 2018
It was lovely to see Minnie and her family exploring the local area. Very nice and friendly family and they were great guests. Cottage was really clean and tidy when they left. Would be a pleasure to have them stay again.
The cottage is fab and so well catered for; lots of lovely thoughtful touches to make you feel at home. Just across the road is a nature reserve with fabulous walks, and the pub, even closer, a good spot to chill in the garden afterwards....More
Date of stay: June 2018
Thank amandasaunders2016
Ann L, VR Owner at 1 Cathelyd Colliery Stables, responded to this reviewResponded 17 August 2018
Thanks Amanda really glad you enjoyed the walks - and Peebles too!
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Amenities
Pets Allowed: Yes
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: No
Dryer
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Linens Provided
Microwave
Mountain Views
Cable/satellite TV
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Towels Provided
TV
Washer
Water Views
Wi-Fi
There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive
Horse Riding Nearby
Cycling Trips
Hiking Trips
Rural/Countryside Retreats
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About the neighbourhood
The Mawr is one of the most sparsely populated in Swansea, is the second largest ward in Swansea by land area. Most of the ward consists of rural farmland and open moorland. Cwm Clydach RSPB Reserve is next to the cottages. Public paths and trails are open from dawn to dusk. There are two main trails which begin at the main car park. The shortest, known as the Nixon trail is a 2.2 km circular walk. The 4.7 km Trussler trail is rugged in parts. Both trails connect with longer distance footpaths leading off the reserve.
It is ancient broadleaved woodland and is home to breeding pied flycatchers, redstarts, dippers and buzzards. The Lower Clydach River flows through the centre of the reserve.
There are two man-made reservoirs near the village
Getting around
There is a bus stop outside the New Inn Pub next door and there is a local taxi firm in the town Clydach a mile away.