Guests say
Ty Hir is a beautifully presented and spacious cottage in Llanelli, praised for its peaceful location, warm and welcoming hosts, and excellent amenities. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped kitchen, as well as thoughtful touches from the owners. The property is ideally situated for exploring local attractions, beaches, and castles, with shops and takeaways nearby. Many guests appreciated the relaxing atmosphere and lovely views, making it a perfect base for a restful holiday. Occasional minor issues, such as a closed pub or weather, did not detract from overwhelmingly positive experiences.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean, tidy, and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests frequently praise the peaceful yet convenient location, close to local amenities, beaches, and attractions. The only minor negative was the temporary closure of the local pub.
The cottage is described as cosy, comfortable, warm, and homely, with good beds and sofas. Guests mention restful sleep and a relaxing atmosphere.
Reviews mention a well-equipped kitchen, fast internet, large TV, wood-burning stove, and quality furnishings. All essentials are provided, and maintenance issues were promptly addressed.
Guests repeatedly mention generous welcome packs and personalised touches from the hosts, who are described as friendly and helpful. Please note that gifts such as welcome hampers are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Set near the historic town of Kidwelly, this characterful property provides perfect accommodation for a family looking to explore everything west Wales has to offer.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: 55" Freeview TV, Woodburner, French Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen/dining room: Gas Hob, Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, French Doors Leading To Garden
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Lawned courtyard garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Ty Hir is set on the edge of Pontyates, a Carmarthenshire village nestled within the picturesque Gwendraeth Valley. This charming, detached, single-storey cottage is located on a former farm and the property itself was once a cowshed which has been lovingly converted, retaining plenty of character throughout and offering the perfect base to discover west Wales. A pub/restaurant is located at the end of the owner’s private lane, just a 2-minute walk away, with locally brewed ales and produce, perfect for a lovely evening meal and there is a laundrette in the village. The cottage is in the perfect location to reach a host of activities and attractions with Kidwelly Castle, Ffos Las racecourse, the National Botanical Gardens of Wales, Llanelli Wetland Centre and Pembrey Country Park within a 15-minute drive.
Ty Hir is set at the end of the owner’s private lane in a courtyard setting. The property has been thoughtfully furnished throughout and offers spacious accommodation for your family and friends to enjoy during a break away. Each room benefits from beautiful exposed stone, vaulted and beamed ceilings and solid wood flooring. The farmhouse style kitchen/dining room is great for family entertaining and the living room boasts a focal wood burner, with French doors leading to a raised seating area and a large lawned garden, perfect for the children to let off some steam.
The historic town of Kidwelly is a 10-minute drive away and is home to one of the finest preserved Norman Castles in Wales. Pembrey Country Park is great for all ages and is fantastic for families and walkers alike, complete with 500-acres of woodland, a dry ski slope, toboggan run and the picture postcard Cefn Sidan sands, covering 8 miles of golden beach. The Llanelli Wetland Centre is a must see. Here you can hand feed rare breed geese, go bug hunting, see flamingoes and enjoy birdwatching from hides. From Llanelli you can also hire bicycles and take a spin along the Millennium Coastal cycle path, meandering along some epic coastline. Beach 9 miles. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Parc Y Bocs Farm Shop
- Kidwelly Industrial Museum
- Kidwelly Castle
- National Botanic Garden of Wales
- Dryslwyn Castle
- Dinefwr (National Trust)
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely comfy cottage. Log fire and central heating very efficient.Nice lawn and seating areas plus super views over the hills.Plenty of local amenities to buy food and logs.Parks and farm shop and British bird of prey centre no more than 20 mins drive.All in all a lovely holiday
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent
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Alan Roden
Val al and bob , we all had a fantastic time, cottage and location was perfect, close to all the beaches and castles, recommend bury port , beach there was beautiful, Kidwelly castle interesting, Lynette and Carey were fantastic hosts, nothing was to much trouble, we look forward to returning in the near future ,