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Yr Hen Ysgol - historic cottage in grounds of manor house, Swansea

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Swansea, WLS, United Kingdom
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  • We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. It was clean ans had everything we needed for visit to Wales. The surrounding gardens and farm were lovely and we will certainly return.

    Aug. 20, 2021

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Enhanced health and safety measures

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • 4 guests
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Property highlights

Main amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
  • Dining table

What’s around

  • Cwm Du Glen & Glanrhyd Plantation Local Nature Reserve - 2.4 mi / 3.8 km
  • Victoria Gardens - 5.2 mi / 8.3 km
  • Gwyn Hall - 5.2 mi / 8.3 km
  • Neath Golf Club - 5.2 mi / 8.3 km
  • Neath Abbey Ruins - 5.5 mi / 8.8 km
  • Aberdulais Falls - 5.8 mi / 9.3 km

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About this cottage

A large two bed cottage is to be found nestled in the grounds of the Manor house. This private dwelling sits on its own large lawn alongside the river Clydach. Relax in the sunny orangery with the window open and you'll hear the babbling stream sounds. You'll find plenty of space here with a welcome for your pet too. Yr Hen Ysgol, so called because it used to act as a school for servants and children of the Plas Estate, and is a genuine farmhouse cottage with its traditional Rayburn oven for cooking and keeping the whole house as warm as toast on a winter's day. With one king size bedroom and one twin, HDTV and free WiFi, you've all the comforts of home in the countryside.

What’s around

Landmarks

  • Cwm Du Glen & Glanrhyd Plantation Local Nature Reserve - 2.4 mi / 3.8 km
  • Victoria Gardens - 5.2 mi / 8.3 km
  • Gwyn Hall - 5.2 mi / 8.3 km
  • Neath Golf Club - 5.2 mi / 8.3 km
  • Neath Abbey Ruins - 5.5 mi / 8.8 km
  • Aberdulais Falls - 5.8 mi / 9.3 km
  • Liberty Stadium - 8.9 mi / 14.4 km
  • Afan Argoed Country Park - 9.1 mi / 14.7 km
  • St. Joseph's Cathedral - 9.8 mi / 15.8 km
  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 10 mi / 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 70 min drive
  • Briton Ferry Station - 14 min drive
  • Llansamlet Station - 14 min drive
  • Baglan Station - 16 min drive
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Swansea, WLS, United Kingdom

The manager

Richard Bowen

Speaks: English

The cottage

Key facts

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom

Dining

  • Dining table

Things to know

House rules

  • Pets not allowed
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • No smoking
  • Max. guests: 4

Check-in and check-out

  • Check-in after 2:30 PM
  • Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

  • You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Fees & policies

Required at check-in

  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Travelling with others

  • Free WiFi in rooms
  • Pets not allowed

Policies

  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

    This property advises that enhanced cleaning measures are currently in place.

    Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

    Contactless check-in is available.

Also known as

  • 566140

FAQs

  • This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.

  • Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

  • You can check in starting at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in is available.

  • Yes. Nearby restaurants include The Ranch (2.2 mi), Crown & Sceptre (4.5 mi), and Chilli Too (4.8 mi).