10/10 Excellent
Lesley S.
Jul 13, 2025
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Stunning, quirky place to stay
Lesley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Cosy, colourful farm cottage
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Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Pet friendly
- Washer
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Outdoor Space
- Kitchen
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cosy, colourful farm cottage
The Old Kitchen is part of Garth Farm which dates back several hundred years. It has been in co-host Edward's family since the early 1800s and its history and stories are all around. It is set against the side of Garth mountain in the old county of West Glamorgan (now part of Neath Port Talbot) and enjoys wide ranging views by day and stunning skies by night. Step out of the door onto thousands of acres of open land. Or sit on the terrace and watch the setting sun sink over the Baran mountain opposite.
The kitchen area has a 4 ring gas hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, standard sized fridge with small ice box (big enough for ice cubes, a bag of peas, a small tub of ice cream). We have tried to equip the kitchen with all the basics you might need - pans, cafetière, grater, spatula, crockery, cutlery, glasses, boards etc. In the spirit of "reduce, reuse, recycle" we have not bought all new items as we inherited plenty of crockery etc with the house. Plates and bowls may not match but they will be clean ⭐️.
Salt, pepper, some herbs and spices and a bit of cooking oil are also supplied.
There is a sofa, easy chairs and dining table and chairs.
There is underfloor heating throughout from a gas boiler that also provides instant hot water. A wood-burning stove (with airer hanging from the ceiling - ideal for drying coats etc) is set into a large, traditional style fire place. Logs are provided for your first night. You can buy more, plus kindling, from us.
There is WiFi provided by a mobile server (we hope that BT are installing fibre optic broadband in this valley sometime this year). There is a TV that currently receives terrestrial channels only.
The Old Kitchen has its own parking space and private entrance with space for boots and coats. Lockable sheds are available for bikes, or you are welcome to store them inside.
Two private residences adjoin - the House to one side connected by a conservatory, and the Cottage to the other side with sheds in between. There are large open gardens to the west which we all share, with a woodland garden, a pond and cascades.
The Old Kitchen has French doors opening onto its own patio area. Please note this is not fenced off from the shared garden.
One well behaved, vaccinated, dog is welcome. We have two dogs of our own and there are livestock and poultry on site so please be aware that visiting dogs may have to be on the lead when outdoors. There is usually an empty field available for dogs to have a run, plus the open. mountain above.
The Old Kitchen has an upstairs area that it is still to be renovated so is currently not accessible.
The Farm is located on the main A474 giving quick and easy access to supermarkets in Pontardawe. We are 20 minutes from the M4.
A 15 minute walk up Garth Mountain from your door brings breathtaking views across Bannau Brycheiniog / the Brecon Beacons as far as Pen y Fan and out to Worms Head at the end of the Gower on a clear day. There are ancient stone circles and burial mounds dotted across the mountains, as well as the remnants of the coal mining that took place in these valleys. Buzzards, red kites, ravens and goshawks swoop overhead.
As well as the Brecon Beacons, The Black Mountain and the cliffs and beaches of the Gower, the Farm is easy driving distance from Swansea, Brecon, Llandeilo, The National Botanic Gardens of Wales, Aberglasney Gardens, Dylan Thomas' Boathouse in Laugharne... Host Amanda often works in Hay-on-Wye which is only 75 minutes beautiful drive through the mountains.
We moved here 5 years ago, succeeding the previous generation of the family. We are working to restore the land and buildings of the farm - a slow process with much still to do. If you are looking for somewhere casual and comfortable in a stunning setting then do come and stay!
The kitchen area has a 4 ring gas hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, standard sized fridge with small ice box (big enough for ice cubes, a bag of peas, a small tub of ice cream). We have tried to equip the kitchen with all the basics you might need - pans, cafetière, grater, spatula, crockery, cutlery, glasses, boards etc. In the spirit of "reduce, reuse, recycle" we have not bought all new items as we inherited plenty of crockery etc with the house. Plates and bowls may not match but they will be clean ⭐️.
Salt, pepper, some herbs and spices and a bit of cooking oil are also supplied.
There is a sofa, easy chairs and dining table and chairs.
There is underfloor heating throughout from a gas boiler that also provides instant hot water. A wood-burning stove (with airer hanging from the ceiling - ideal for drying coats etc) is set into a large, traditional style fire place. Logs are provided for your first night. You can buy more, plus kindling, from us.
There is WiFi provided by a mobile server (we hope that BT are installing fibre optic broadband in this valley sometime this year). There is a TV that currently receives terrestrial channels only.
The Old Kitchen has its own parking space and private entrance with space for boots and coats. Lockable sheds are available for bikes, or you are welcome to store them inside.
Two private residences adjoin - the House to one side connected by a conservatory, and the Cottage to the other side with sheds in between. There are large open gardens to the west which we all share, with a woodland garden, a pond and cascades.
The Old Kitchen has French doors opening onto its own patio area. Please note this is not fenced off from the shared garden.
One well behaved, vaccinated, dog is welcome. We have two dogs of our own and there are livestock and poultry on site so please be aware that visiting dogs may have to be on the lead when outdoors. There is usually an empty field available for dogs to have a run, plus the open. mountain above.
The Old Kitchen has an upstairs area that it is still to be renovated so is currently not accessible.
The Farm is located on the main A474 giving quick and easy access to supermarkets in Pontardawe. We are 20 minutes from the M4.
A 15 minute walk up Garth Mountain from your door brings breathtaking views across Bannau Brycheiniog / the Brecon Beacons as far as Pen y Fan and out to Worms Head at the end of the Gower on a clear day. There are ancient stone circles and burial mounds dotted across the mountains, as well as the remnants of the coal mining that took place in these valleys. Buzzards, red kites, ravens and goshawks swoop overhead.
As well as the Brecon Beacons, The Black Mountain and the cliffs and beaches of the Gower, the Farm is easy driving distance from Swansea, Brecon, Llandeilo, The National Botanic Gardens of Wales, Aberglasney Gardens, Dylan Thomas' Boathouse in Laugharne... Host Amanda often works in Hay-on-Wye which is only 75 minutes beautiful drive through the mountains.
We moved here 5 years ago, succeeding the previous generation of the family. We are working to restore the land and buildings of the farm - a slow process with much still to do. If you are looking for somewhere casual and comfortable in a stunning setting then do come and stay!
Property manager
Amanda Fitzwilliams
Languages
English, French
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transportation
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchenette
- Microwave
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 0.5 bathroom
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 1 accessible parking space
- No elevator (single-level property)
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
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- Parking available
- Microwave
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Pontardawe, NPT
What's nearby
- Swansea.com Stadium - 20 min drive - 12.4 miles
- Swansea Marina - 26 min drive - 14.6 miles
- Swansea Beach - 27 min drive - 15.3 miles
- Singleton Park - 27 min drive - 15.5 miles
- Swansea University - 27 min drive - 15.7 miles
Getting around
- Llansamlet Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- The Butcher's Arms - 9 min drive
- Pontardawe Inn - 8 min drive
- New Tredegar Arms - 19 min drive
- The New Lodge - 9 min drive
- Half Moon Inn - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cosy, colourful farm cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at Cosy, colourful farm cottage?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cosy, colourful farm cottage?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cosy, colourful farm cottage located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Cwm Du Glen & Glanrhyd Plantation Local Nature Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brecon Beacons National Park and Pontardawe Golf Club. King George V Park and Ynys Dawela Nature Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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