Guests say
Gwili Cottage is a peaceful and rural retreat, praised for its tranquil setting, friendly and welcoming host, and well-equipped, cosy interiors. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and comfort, especially the newly renovated bathroom and well-stocked kitchen. The cottage is ideal for those seeking a quiet countryside escape, with lovely walks and wildlife nearby. Some guests noted the remote location and challenging access, as well as occasional maintenance issues and discrepancies in advertised facilities. Overall, the property offers a warm and homely atmosphere, making it a popular choice for families, dog owners, and nature lovers.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, with several highlighting spotless bathrooms and kitchens. However, a few reviews mentioned cobwebs, dust, and occasional lapses in deep cleaning, particularly in less frequently used areas.
The rural and peaceful location is highly valued by guests seeking tranquillity and nature. While the remoteness is a positive for many, some found the single-track access roads and distance from amenities challenging, making a car essential.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy, warm, and comfortable, with good beds and a homely feel. Some mentioned issues with low or uncomfortable sofas and beds, but most enjoyed restful stays and appreciated the cottage's layout and atmosphere.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a modern bathroom and kitchen essentials. However, some guests were disappointed by the swimming pool and sauna not being on-site or as advertised, and noted occasional maintenance issues with appliances and furnishings.
The host is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with some guests mentioning thoughtful touches such as a birthday card. However, welcome packs and gifts are not consistently provided and cannot be guaranteed.
About this property
Couples and families will enjoy this lovely holiday cottage with discounted use of a local indoor heated swimming pool and pretty market towns and scenic walks nearby.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: (2 Steps), Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair.. Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Discounted use of a local 18-metre indoor heated swimming pool with gym steam room and changing facilities. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Come and discover Gwili Cottage, a charming stone cottage at Upton Hall Cottages, nestled deep within the magnificent rolling Carmarthenshire countryside and a short walk to the meandering River Cothi, famous for fantastic trout and salmon fishing. This lovely property is located within a courtyard setting and offers guests use of a private 18 metre heated indoor swimming pool, located 4 miles away in the local village of Nantgaredig. Guests will enjoy discounted access at £6 per adult and £4 per child, with swimming available between 1 and 7pm on weekdays and 1 and 5pm on weekends. Other facilities include a steam room, spa pool and gym with the most up to date training equipment. The pool is fantastic for kids and adults alike to enjoy on those rainy days. Further details can be found at www.fourseasonswales.co.uk
Gwili Cottage is located between the quaint hamlets of Llanfyndd, Pontargothi and Brechfa, surrounded by walks and complete with a good selection of local pubs and restaurants of gastronomic excellence. A 15-minute drive away are the historic market towns of Llandeilo and Carmarthen, set within the Towy Valley, complete with a plethora of fantastic eateries specialising in local produce, boutique shops and galleries.
The cottage is set within the grounds of the owner’s mansion house and is nestled within a courtyard of similar, traditional stone-built cottages. It is full of character with solid oak flooring, a beamed vaulted ceiling in the living room and a cosy wood burner to relax in front of after a busy day sightseeing. Both bedrooms have been lovingly furnished and offer a good level of comfort. In the evening, enjoy dining al fresco on your private patio area with views down along the colourful wooded valley and walled garden.
Locally, the National Botanic Garden of Wales is home to the world’s largest, single span glasshouse. Aberglasney Gardens is recognised as one of the finest gardens in Wales, where you can explore more than 10 acres of magnificent grounds and a restored Grade II listed mansion house. Take a step back in history and visit the National Trust nature reserve of Dinefwr, where you can uncover the delights of the historic house and the 18th-century landscaped park, a deer park and Dinefwr Castle (home to ancient princes of Wales), it really offers something for all the family.
Gwili Cottage is within easy reach of the breathtaking scenery of the Brecon Beacon National Park or the Brechfa Forest cycle trails, to the south the Pembrey Country Park with beach and to the west, the famous walled town of Tenby which offers the perfect beach day out, along with Oakwood, Wales’ largest theme park, and Folly Farm Zoo, or even the Gower Peninsula, all within an hour’s drive. Beach 18 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Gwili Cottage can be booked together with Cothi Cottage (ref UK11925) to accommodate up to 10 guests.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
There are steps to the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (28)
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Confirmed Guest
Very enjoyable stay. Cottage not particularly modern inside, but comfortable and clean. A very quiet spot. You could hear a pin drop. A nice escape from constant traffic noise.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely stay at this holiday cottage. The host was very helpful, friendly and welcoming, which made our visit even more enjoyable.The cottage itself was warm, comfortable and very clean, with lovely décor throughout. The kitchen was particularly well equipped, with all the cooking utensils we needed for our stay. It felt homely and well cared for.The only downside was the final three miles to the cottage, which are along a single-track lane and can be a little challenging to navigate. There also isn’t a great deal to do in the immediate area, so a car is definitely recommended if you want to explore further afield.Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend the cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful and cosy getaway.
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Confirmed Guest
overall the cottage was lovely but there were a few issues. in the living room there was cobwebs everywhere windows were dirty the bottom of the front door was clearly in need of some paint and there were leak marks on the ceilingm also the couches were very low and uncomfortable. on one of them there was a dip at the back clearly someone has let there children or childrens bounce on them and they have broken the couch... to low if you are tall or have knee problems like ourselves, the kitchen was spotless as i would expect it to be. the bathroom was spotless too the shower was amazing. the bedrooms the beds were to low although we both got a decent nights sleep... cobwebs in both rooms and my partner was bitten in a few places by a bug or bugs. in the other bedroom there was a stain on the ceiling where it had been leaking and needed a good few licks of paint. spiders everywhere and cobwebs needs a really good clean. but overall my stay was lovely i would go back on the condition that it was clean cobweb free and bug free. the lady muriel was lovely we chatted via text x