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Self Catering Swansea, B&B Swansea, Hotels & Guest Houses Swansea!


 

Swansea, holiday accommodation, b&b, self catering, places to stay in bed and breakfast accommodation, self catering holiday accommodation, cottages, holiday lets rentals, holiday flats & apartments, caravan & holiday parks, hotels & guest houses in and Around Swansea, Swansea.

 

28 accommodation & places to stay in Swansea, including 27 accommodation found close by:
"South Wales Coast, Glamorgan Heritage Coast, Chepstow & Cardiff Bay to Swansea Bay, Carmarthen Bay & Tenby"

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  ACCOMM#3676-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Home  Swansea, Swansea  

GOWER HOLIDAY VILLAGE COTTAGES

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Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £525

 

Self Catering » Holiday Home Swansea, Swansea

Gower, Swansea cottages and short lets
Tel: 0800 954 98 27 / Mobile: 07756 948 414

- We are a small family run business that has self catering accommodation available in the lovely seaside city of Swansea. We have 3 self catering cottages available to rent on the Gower holiday village from March - December situated in popular South Gower area of Swansea. It was voted first place of natural outstanding beauty.....
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Below are the additional 27 holiday accommodation found close to Swansea


  ACCOMM#3198-goCoastal

Hotel or Guest House » Guest House  Cowbridge, Cardiff, Vale Of Glamorgan  

CROSSWAYS MANOR AND APARTMENTS

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Single Bedroom
from £50

Dbl/Twin Bedroom
from £70

Family Bedroom
from £80

 

Hotel or Guest House » Guest House Cowbridge, Cardiff, Vale Of Glamorgan

Historic Manor House offering B&B and self catering accommodation
Tel: 01446 773171 / Mobile: 07766 10 25 26

- A beautiful 17th century country Manor house in over 6 acres of private grounds. Offering extremely comfortable accommodation , with B&B guest rooms and self catering apartments. Only minutes from the coast, 12 miles west of Cardiff. . 2 pub/restaura....
 Full Details: »  Crossways Manor and Apartments

 

Week Holiday
from £300 - £595

Short Break
from £140

Weekend Break
from £140

 

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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Llansteffan, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire  

CHALET ON ELMRISE PARK LLANSTEFFAN CARMARTHEN

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Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £175 - £300

Short Break
from £100

Weekend Break
from £100

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Llansteffan, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire

Great Value For Money
Tel: 01782 512353 / Mobile: 07789144726

- Fully equipped two bedroom cedar wood chalet available all year round on quiet family orientated park.. Sleeps five people Pets welcome, enclosed swimming pool, childrens play areas, dog exercise field,club house and laundry room. Fully fitted loung....
 Full Details: »  Chalet on Elmrise Park Llansteffan Carmarthen


  ACCOMM#732-goCoastal

Bed and Breakfast  Loughor, Gorseinon, Swansea  

ISLAND HOUSE

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Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 4

 

Single Bedroom
£30

Dbl/Twin Bedroom
£60

Family Bedroom
from £75 - £120

 

Bed and Breakfast Loughor, Gorseinon, Swansea

TRADITIONAL FAMILY HOME B&B
Tel: 01792 899217 / Mobile: 07872143630

- Island House is the birth place of Evan Roberts Evangalistic Revivalist 1904/5 and the original cottage has been tastfully modernised whilst retaining many of the original features, beams and open fireplaces.
 Full Details: »  Island House

 

Week Holiday
from £190 - £210

Short Break
from £60

Weekend Break
from £60

 

  ACCOMM#3519-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Park/Holiday Village  Kidwelly Town, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire  

CARMARTHEN BAY HOLIDAY PARK

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Self Catering » Holiday Park/Holiday Village Kidwelly Town, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire

Tel: 0871 664 9722

- Beautiful South Wales has stunning scenery, picturesque towns and an interesting history, making it perfect for coastal walks, exploring, cycling and shopping! Take in the views over the Gwyndraeth estuary or just a 30 minute drive to Carmarthen, the....
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Self Catering » Holiday Home  Llanelli, Carmarthenshire  

BEACHLANDS HOUSE

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Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 3

 

Week Holiday
from £403 - £747

Short Break
from £242

Weekend Break
from £242

 

Self Catering » Holiday Home Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

SUPERB LUXURY FOR ALL THE FAMILY & JUST 150 yds FROM THE BEACH
Tel: 01252 623338 / Mobile: 07590 120066

- Visit Wales 5* graded ! Located just 150 metres from the beautifully unspoilt large sandy beach at Llanelli, this is a very stylish and comfortable holiday home to suit everyone’s needs. A bright and modern town house, complete with garage and encl....
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Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats  Llanelli, Carmarthenshire  

MILLENIUM QUAY

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Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3

 

Week Holiday
from £250 - £795

Short Break
from £150

Weekend Break
from £150

 

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

NEXT AVAILABILTY -SAT 17 - SAT 24TH APRIL - £495
Tel: 01639 639114 / Mobile: 07948170446

- Beach-Front split level Penthouse,overlooking the Millennium Coastal path,Carmarthen Bay & the sandy beach.Brand New and spacious. Ideal for families or groups of friends. Upstairs large comfy leather sofas look out through two glass & stainless bal....
 Full Details: »  Millenium Quay


  ACCOMM#3413-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats  Llanelli, Carmarthenshire  

BEACHLANDS VIEW

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Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3

 

Week Holiday
from £435 - £809

Short Break
from £261

Weekend Break
from £261

 

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

Luxury, Luxury, Luxury..... what more could you want?
Tel: 01252 623338 / Mobile: 07590 120066

- Luxuriously fitted and styled with every conceivable comfort for your pleasure & convenience. This stunning penthouse has all glass terraces to the Lounge & Master Bedroom, which look out onto the beautiful sandy beach. A further glass terrace by the....
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  ACCOMM#3668-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats  Millenium Quay, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire  

HEDDFAN

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £275 - £300

Short Break
from £195

Weekend Break
from £195

 

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats Millenium Quay, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

Beachfront Luxury.......why wait......phone today!!!
Tel: 01554 776266 / Mobile: 07791405878

- Luxurious beachfront large 2 bedroomed flat with stunning, unrivalled views of the Gower. Tastefully styled to the highest standard with all needs catered for. Fantastically located withing walking distance of the award winning Nicklaus golf course a....
 Full Details: »  Heddfan


  ACCOMM#3672-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats  Llanelli, Carmarthenshire  

MILLENNIUM QUAY APARTMENT

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £225 - £525

 

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

Stunning Seafront Apartment on the Millennium Coastal Park
Tel: 01554 773259 / Mobile: 07771722375

- Luxuriuos 1st flr, 2 bedded apartment, styled to a high standard with leather furniture, a beautiful fitted kitchen boasting all new appliances including a dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer etc. Set in an idyllic location on the millennium Coas....
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  ACCOMM#3784-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats  Llanelli, Carmarthenshire  

SANDBANKS PENTHOUSE APARTMENT

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Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3

 

Week Holiday
from £350 - £775

Short Break
from £150

Weekend Break
from £150

 

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats Llanelli, Carmarthenshire

Wake up to this fantastic view!
Tel: 01656668552 / Mobile: 07796575150

- Newly available for holiday let. A modern 3 bedroom penthouse apartment with stunning sea views. From its penthouse position, the balcony, living room and master bedroom allow magnificent and panoramic views over the sea towards the Gower Peninsula....
 Full Details: »  Sandbanks Penthouse Apartment


  ACCOMM#1891-goCoastal

Self Catering » Caravan Park/Touring Park  Llantwit Major, Vale Of Glamorgan  

ACORN CAMPING

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Self Catering » Caravan Park/Touring Park Llantwit Major, Vale Of Glamorgan

Tel: 01446 794024

- Acorn Camping & Caravan Site is situated in Llantwitt Major in the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan. The site offers excellent Camping and Caravanning facilities and welcomes tourers (tents & caravans) as well as those people looking to hire holiday carav....
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  ACCOMM#1180-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Home  Mumbles, Swansea  

4 NORTON AVENUE

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Sleeps: 7
Bedrooms: 3

 

Week Holiday
from £300 - £550

Short Break
from £220

Weekend Break
from £200

 

Self Catering » Holiday Home Mumbles, Swansea

Comforable large house near sea front at affordable price.
Tel: 01474365775

- This semi-detached house, which accommodates 7 people, is situated 2 minutes walk from the promenade at Mumbles. The promenade extends for some 5 miles around Swansea Bay. The accommodation comprises the following: Ground Floor A lounge wit....
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  ACCOMM#2732-goCoastal

Self Catering » Cottage/Farmhouse  Oystermouth, Mumbles, Swansea  

FISHERMAN’S COTTAGE

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Sleeps: 2
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £220 - £380

Short Break
from £110

Weekend Break
from £110

 

Self Catering » Cottage/Farmhouse Oystermouth, Mumbles, Swansea

... your beautiful cottage. It truly is a “Diamond by the Sea”.
Tel: 08445877681 / Mobile: 07842207161

- This pretty pink fisherman’s cottage at Mumbles, Gower, features in the Visitor Guide to Mumbles www.mumbles.info at number 12 on Interactive Walk. It appeals with a lovely character from its beamed ceiling plus stone walls. 2 bedrooms (1 double +....
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Self Catering » Cottage/Farmhouse  Mumbles, Swansea  

THE COTTAGE

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Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 5

 

Week Holiday
from £400 - £850

Short Break
from £200

Weekend Break
from £250

 

Self Catering » Cottage/Farmhouse Mumbles, Swansea

Tel: 01792361487

- This attractive cottage is in the Mumbles, a picturesque village on the coast about 4 miles west of Swansea. The cottage is set well back from the road within a pretty garden. It is almost on the flat in a quiet spot yet in the centre of the villag....
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  ACCOMM#3384-goCoastal

Self Catering » Cottage/Farmhouse  Mumbles, Swansea  

PERIWINKLE COTTAGE

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £350 - £795

Short Break
from £250

Weekend Break
from £250

 

Self Catering » Cottage/Farmhouse Mumbles, Swansea

Stunning sea views from lovely Periwinkle Cottage in Mumbles
Tel: 01225 336417 / Mobile: 07774 466029

- PERIWINKLE COTTAGE is an ideal base for a coastal holiday for couples and families. A cosy, tastefully furnished 4 star WTB graded fisherman's cottage, set on the hillside in a quiet, sheltered location with panoramic views over Swansea Bay and Mumbl....
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  ACCOMM#3671-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Home  Mumbles, Swansea  

THISTLEBOON

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Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £350 - £795

Short Break
from £250

Weekend Break
from £250

 

Self Catering » Holiday Home Mumbles, Swansea

Newly refurbished bungalow with parking, verandah and garden
Tel: 01225 336417 / Mobile: 07774 466029

- A most attractive, light filled 2 bedroom semi detached bungalow in an exceptionally quiet position, within walking distance of village and beaches. Newly refurbished, modern kitchen and very comfortably furnished; there is also a lovely glass cover....
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  ACCOMM#3634-goCoastal

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats  Swansea's Maritime Quarter, Mumbles, Swansea  

SWANSEA BAY HOLIDAY APARTMENT

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £425 - £730

Short Break
from £319

Weekend Break
from £255

 

Self Catering » Holiday Apartments/Flats Swansea's Maritime Quarter, Mumbles, Swansea

Luxury self catering holiday apartment overlooking the the Bay
Tel: 01269 831326 / Mobile: 07971 402613

- This luxury self-catering apartment is situated in the stylish and award winning Maritime Quarter development. It is also widely regarded as occupying the 'most choice' beach-side position, overlooking the majestic sweep of Swansea Bay and over to Mu....
 Full Details: »  Swansea Bay Holiday Apartment


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Hotel or Guest House » Guest House  Mumbles, Swansea  

THE COAST HOUSE

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Bedrooms: 6

 

Single Bedroom
from £35 - £45

Dbl/Twin Bedroom
from £60 - £69

Family Bedroom
from £80 - £95

 

Hotel or Guest House » Guest House Mumbles, Swansea

Double bedrooms and bathrooms refurbished for 2009
Tel: 01792 368702

- The Coast House is a family run guest house with 32 years experience of looking after our guests. We offer clean comfortable accommodation which includes a full cooked breakfast with a choice of fruit juices, cereals and fresh fruit and yogurt. On....
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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea  

OXWICH LEISURE PARK CHALET (REF: RD)

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £210 - £460

Short Break
from £150

Weekend Break
from £160

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea

Comfortable 2 bedroom chalet five minutes walk the beach
Tel: 01865 880776

- This two bedroom semi-detached chalet is comfortably furnished, newly carpeted, double glazed, and electric heating is available in the lounge/diner and both bedrooms should you need it. The lounge/diner has a three piece suite, dining table and....
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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea  

OXWICH LEISURE PARK CHALET (REF: MD)

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £210 - £460

Short Break
from £150

Weekend Break
from £180

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea

Lovely chalet with views of Oxwich Bay and beautiful countryside
Tel: 01865 880776

- This comfortable and freshly decorated chalet has a smart lounge/diner, supurb fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, sleeping four people, and a newly refurbished bathroom. From the lounge patio doors and the furnished patio, you will see stunning views of....
 Full Details: »  OXWICH LEISURE PARK CHALET (Ref: MD)


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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea  

CHALET (REF:AP) AT OXWICH LEISURE PARK

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £210 - £460

Short Break
from £150

Weekend Break
from £160

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea

Lovely chalet with a sunny west facing furnished patio.
Tel: 01865 880776

- This freshly decorated two bedroom chalet is comfortably furnished. The lounge/diner has a large sofa, armchair, colour TV, electric coal effect fire, dining table and chairs, and large patio doors looking out onto the patio, landscaped grounds and....
 Full Details: »  CHALET (Ref:AP) AT OXWICH LEISURE PARK


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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea  

OXWICH LEISURE PARK CHALET (REF: MN)

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £390 - £460

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea

Very comfortable two bedroom chalet with south facing patio
Tel: 01865 880776

- This comfortable two bedroom chalet is very smartly decorated and maintained to a very high standard. It has a lounge/diner, a fully equipped modern kitchen and bathroom with a shower and a bath. Outside is a lovely sunny furnished patio.
 Full Details: »  OXWICH LEISURE PARK CHALET (Ref: MN)


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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Oxwich Bay, Swansea  

OXWICH LEISURE PARK CHALET (REF: LCP)

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £210 - £460

Short Break
from £150

Weekend Break
from £160

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Oxwich Bay, Swansea

Very comfortable 2 bedroom chalet with a sunny patio
Tel: 01865 880776

- This chalet has been freshly decorated throughout. It has a very smart lounge/diner with a newly carpeted floor, very comfortable seating and a pine dining table with four chairs. For your entertainment there are a radio, colour TV, a VCR, DVD and....
 Full Details: »  OXWICH LEISURE PARK CHALET (Ref: LCP)


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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea  

CHALET (REF: SJ) AT OXWICH LEISURE PARK

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £210 - £460

Short Break
from £150

Weekend Break
from £160

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Oxwich, Oxwich Bay, Swansea

Lovely chalet five minutes walk from the beach
Tel: 01865 880776

- This comfortably furnished and freshly decorated bungalow has fitted carpets throughout and heating available for holidays all season long. There are two bedrooms, sleeping four, a comfortable lounge/diner, a modern fully equipped kitchen and a bath....
 Full Details: »  Chalet (Ref: SJ) at Oxwich Leisure Park


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Bed and Breakfast  Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot  

MOUNTAIN VIEW B&B PLUS

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Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 6

 

Single Bedroom
£30

Dbl/Twin Bedroom
from £50 - £75

Family Bedroom
from £50 - £75

 

Bed and Breakfast Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot

Tel: 01639 779141

- Newly renovated, detached property with six guest rooms situated in a quiet street. Within easy walking distance of Town Centre. Close to Aberavon Beach and Afan Forest Park. "The Garden House", which holds three of the bedrooms, can be B&B or self-....
 Full Details: »  Mountain View B&B Plus


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Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge  Scurlage, Port-Eynon Bay, Swansea  

GOWER HOLIDAY VILLAGE BUNGALOW REF: GH

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

 

Week Holiday
from £220 - £525

Short Break
from £155

Weekend Break
from £160

 

Self Catering » Holiday Chalet, Cabin or Lodge Scurlage, Port-Eynon Bay, Swansea

Supurb Welsh holiday bungalow & free use of heated indoor pool
Tel: 01865 880776

- Lovely Georgian style bungalow decorated and furnished to a high standard. It is double glazed and heating is available throughout. There are two bedrooms, a comfortable lounge, a well equipped kitchen diner, and bathroom. Bedding and bathroom to....
 Full Details: »  GOWER HOLIDAY VILLAGE BUNGALOW Ref: GH


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Self Catering » Holiday Home  Carmarthen, St. Clears, Carmarthenshire  

OLD OAK BARN

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Self Catering » Holiday Home Carmarthen, St. Clears, Carmarthenshire

Space 1st March
Tel: 01994230716 / Mobile: 07787148884

- NOW WITH FREE BROADBAND WIRELESS INTERNET ACCESS! Old Oak Barn offers visitors a completely individual and unique opportunity to take a break in a secluded valley with 35 acres of woodland on your doorstep. The barn has been very tastefully renovat....
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Beautiful Gardens at Brynmill Park

The mysterious Worms Head

swansea marina and flats with castle in background

The new and the old, swansea castle with the bt building in the background

Swansea bay sunset

captain cat statue in swansea marina - a character from Dylan Thomas' "Under Milkwood"

Swansea bay sunset

Swansea Info

Whether you are looking for somewhere you can relax and unwind in a tranquil environment or have an exhilarating and exiting activity holiday in a spectacular setting, Swansea Bay has it all! The area is really many destinations rolled into one – the colourful maritime city of Swansea, Wales’ “city by the sea”, the pretty Victorian resort of Mumbles, the lush Vales of Afan and Neath and the spectacular Gower Peninsula. Combine all of the above with a wide range of quality accommodation and a huge variety of things to see and do and you can understand why millions of people choose to visit Swansea Bay each year. Take advantages of what this amazingly compact City has to offer. Beautiful parks and gardens, enviable cultural and sporting facilities and excellent shopping opportunities including Swansea Market (the largest covered market in Wales) sample local delicacies such as cockles, laverbread and warm, stonebaked welsh-cakes. Known as ‘The Friendly City by the Sea’ Swansea is renowned as South West Wales’ premier destination for entertainment and nightlife. Wind Street with its cafes, pubs and eating places situated in attractive and stylishly refurbished ‘listed’ buildings, is the place to be seen! The City’s unique and desirable position on the edge of a 5 mile bay and its attractive, award winning Marina and Maritime Quarter, easily qualify Swansea for its “Wales’ City by the Sea” title. And with events taking place all year round, including the Wales GB rally and the Flora 10k race, Proms in the park and the various festivals and carnivals you’ll be spoilt for choice! At the Western end of the bay lies the Mumbles. This Victorian seaside resort, often referred to as “the Gateway to Gower” has much to offer. From splendid sea views along its promenade (a cycle/walkway stretching the 5 miles back to Swansea) to a restored pier and fabulous Italian ice cream parlours! Oystermouth, as the village centre, is so named for its history as an oyster-fishing port. You’ll find a range of specialist shops, cafes and restaurants – dominated by the impressive castle ruins. Mumbles Pottery and the Lovespoon Gallery are just two examples of the village’s artistic outlets. Just around the headland, Mumbles Lighthouse overlooks the award winning, Blue Flag Bracelet Bay. Countryside The 19 mile-long Gower Peninsula with its spectacular coastline and unspoilt countryside, was designated the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty more than 45 years ago. The Area offers much more than just fabulous beaches. Open moors, grazed common land, salt marshes and dune banks – a diverse selection of habitats supporting a variety of flora and fauna. Visit the Special Area of Conservation at Kilvey Hill close to the City and Lliw Valley Reservoirs to the north of the County. These reservoirs are home to a huge range of plant and animal activity throughout the year and also offer excellent leisure opportunities. Ask the Tourist Information Centres for details of the Countryside and Environmental event programmes on offer – come and visit, get involved! “Country Life” readers voted Three Cliffs Bay on the Gower Peninsula as the fourth Best View in Britain lending further weight to the statement in the Sunday Times which said that “…Gower is Glorious!” For further information visit www.tourismswansea.co.uk Swansea Information Centre 01792 468321

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