Relax and enjoy the home comforts at Old School Cottage. One of four terraced houses which formed part of the old school, built in 1862, Old School Cottage is situation on the Southerly edge of the Brecon Beacons where visitors can enjoy a combination of mountain and sea air. There are plenty of places to visit and those looking for outdoor activities will be spoilt for choice. Explore one of the greatest natural wonders in Britain at the Dan-yr-Ogof show caves or go in search of the wreckage of a WWII plane, within walking distance. The cottage itself offers cosy and attractive accommodation - a lovely place to come home to after a day climbing in the Beacons or strolling the Gower coast.
Cosy cottage accommodation
Old School Cottage sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms.
On the ground floor is a small, but perfectly formed kitchen with an electric oven, hob and extractor, microwave, dishwasher, washer dryer, large fridge and full-sized freezer. The dining room has exposed beams, a pine dining table with Welsh, ladder-back chairs, a Victorian fireplace and a comfortable sofa. The cosy sitting room also features a fireplace with a large sofa and chairs, Sky digital TV with DVD and CD player. There is a small study area providing further seating and a desk.
Up a set of fairly steep wooden stairs to
Bedroom 1: has matching twin beds
Bedroom 2: is a double.
The bathroom is luxurious with a large roll-top bath, spacious walk-in plunge shower with massaging jet sprays, toilet and handbasin. There is no formal garden but a small patio area houses an attractive array of pots with flowers and a table with chairs.
Useful information
A cosy terrace with luxury surprises
Old School Cottage boasts a combination of country cottage charm and 21st century treats. The kitchen is very well equipped and ensures that you won't be spending your holiday washing dishes whilst the bathroom is a little oasis with a beautiful roll-top bath and state or the art plunge shower with massaging jet sprays - perfect after those long days hill-walking! The situation of Old School Cottage is also ideal. The River Tawe is only a few minutes walk away and has a lovely riverside park with a play and picnic area. The Abercrave Inn is your local pub and serves great food. The small village of Abercrave is overlooked by 'The Sleeping Giant'. Otherwise known as Cribarth Mountain, the outline of the mountain top is easily recognisable as a reclining man. According to local folklore, the giant will awaken from his slumber and come to the aid of his people in their greatest time of need - a lovely tale and one to inspire the children.
Beaches, valleys and mountains from one location
Old School Cottage is well placed to offer an excellent all-round experience of Wales. The wonderful Gower Coast is just 25 miles away and offers a huge number of beautifully clean, sandy beaches. Mumbles, the delightful Victorian seaside resort is only 45 minutes drive away and has a fantastic pier, harbour and beaches to explore - the boutique shops there are also good. Inland, and just 18 miles in the other direction is Pen-y-Fan, the highest peak in the Brecon Beacons National Park and a central point from which walkers and climbers can explore the Beacons. Old School Cottage itself is surrounded by the Black Mountains and has views of the Sleeping Giant, whilst being only a few minutes walk from the River Tawe - a holiday here gives you a true flavour of Wales!
Numerous local attractions
Old School Cottage sits near the southern-most edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. From here popular attractions include the incredible Dan-yr-Ogof show caves, voted the greatest natural wonder in Britain by a recent poll and Craig-y-Nos Castle (or 'rock of the night' in English) with its wonderful surrounding country park. Henrhyd Falls are also worth a visit and promise breathtaking views.
An outdoor enthusiast's paradise
For those looking for an active holiday this location offers a huge choice of outdoor activities and sports that can all be arranged locally. Try your hand at kayaking, canoeing, geocatching (a little like a treasure hunt), gorge walking and cannoning. Trout and Salmon fishing is available locally and Pentre Riding and Trekking Centre is just down the road. The cottage is surrounded by excellent hill walks, with an especially fascinating route up a nearby hill where the remains of a crashed Second World War plane can still be found.
Swansea 18 miles, Brecon 20 miles, Gower Coast 25 miles
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Explore the Southern end of the National Park by booking online or, alternatively you can book by calling our office on 01874 676446.
If you would like to speak to someone who has visited this property please ask for:
Elizabeth or Emma
