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Clear Water Cottage

Cilycwm, near Llandovery, West Wales
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Discover the untouched beauty of the western Brecon Beacons
  • Charming stone cottage with rustic features, including exposed beams
  • Ideal for larger groups - book alongside the neighbouring cottage to accommodate up to nine guests.
Property code: OC-BN094

A peaceful retreat in the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) escape to a charming stone cottage in the heart of the Brecon Beacons, nestled amid rolling farmland with breathtaking panoramic views. This secluded countryside haven is perfect for those seeking relaxation, tranquility, and a touch of rustic charm. Step outside and immerse yourself in miles of unspoiled landscapes—ideal for scenic walks, mountain biking, or horseback rides through the wild beauty of the Black Mountain. Explore the antique shops in nearby Llandovery (4 miles) or try your hand at gold panning at Dolaucothi (9 miles).

Inside, the cottage exudes warmth and character, with exposed wooden beams and slanted ceilings that create a cosy, inviting ambiance. After a day of exploring, sink into the plush sofa and unwind with your favourite film or a good book. The well-equipped kitchen is perfect for preparing comforting meals, which can be enjoyed at the dining table in the open-plan lounge/diner. Upstairs, a peaceful double bedroom and a cosy twin provide restful spaces for a good night's sleep.

Wake up to stunning countryside views and step onto the sun-drenched patio, where you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast with fresh eggs, bread, and coffee from your complimentary welcome pack. Breathe in the crisp morning air, soak in the breath taking scenery, and let the peaceful surroundings refresh your mind and body.

With on-site parking and thoughtful touches from your hosts, this charming cottage offers everything you need for a truly relaxing countryside getaway.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 double and 1 twin
  • 1 Newly fitted bathroom with shower over the bath
  • Newly installed Kitchen with electric oven, microwave, fridge, toaster, tassimo coffee machine and dishwasher
  • Laundry service available if required please discuss with owner
  • Welcome pack
  • TV and DVD in lounge
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Patio garden
  • 3 dogs small or 2 medium sized welcome but please be aware owners also have dogs
  • Flexible changeovers available
  • Nearby woods can be explored by guests - 18 acres of woodland with a variety of pathways. Wildlife and 15 varieties of indigenous trees with spectacular views of the Black Mountain and Pen-Y -Banc
  • Parking
  • Bike storage
  • Can be booked with neighbouring property to sleep 9
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Ceri Gittoes

This property is personally managed by Ceri.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Peter 24th May 2026

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Owners Fiona and Denis made us feel right at home from the moment we got to their beautiful cottage on a wonderful hill side abound with wildlife, peace and tranquility. A very special place.

Reviewed by Elly 21st May 2026

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Highly recommended for location and amazing comfort!

Reviewed by V 18th April 2026

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Reviewed by Christine 31st March 2026

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I had such a lovely week staying in Clearwater Cottage with my 2 dogs. The setting is so peaceful and the Cottage very clean and comfortable. The generous Welcome Pack was indeed very welcome. Fiona and Denis were super hosts. Plenty of dog walks from the door step and the patio garden was secure. This is most definitely the best holiday cottage I Read morehave booked in the UK over many years of travelling with dogs in tow. Thoroughly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Tracey 1st February 2026

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Lovely relaxing stay. Cottage very cosy and well equipped. Beautiful location with lovely walks from the doorstep and very helpful hosts. Would definitely recommend and look forward to returning soon

Reviewed by Kate 25th October 2025

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Have just returned from a week at the cottage. The location is idyllic with walks and fabulous views from the doorstep. Cottage is very comfortable and well equipped. Perfect place to chill and recharge.

Reviewed by Jenny 20th October 2025

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Absolutely Perfect Getaway A Hidden Gem in Rural Wales! Weve just returned from the most wonderful stay at this beautiful dog-friendly cottage in the Welsh countryside! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the peaceful setting Its the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our dog absolutely loved it too there was Read morean enclosed courtyard and even a field on site so that he could have a good run around! Hide

Reviewed by Kate 26th September 2025

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Just like last year, the cottage was a wonderful, quiet, restorative hideaway. A beautiful woodland setting, but close to Llandovery. We loved our week there, the dogs loved it too! Would absolutely recommend. We look forward to returning next year!

Reviewed by Ian 13th September 2025

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We had a lovely week in Clear Water Cottage. Fiona & Denis were very welcoming & helpful. The cottage is lovely and tucked away giving a lot of peace & quiet, but actually not far from the Cambrian mountains or Brecon Beacons & everything they offer. Llandovery it a lovely market town with plenty to offer. The cottage itself is really lovely, well Read moreappointed and our dog settled very quickly and loved running in the paddock. Great walk up onto the ridge behind with fantastic views. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 2nd September 2025

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Great view of the surroundings

Reviewed by Jane 15th August 2025

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We had a wonderful stay at Clearwater Cottage (family of 4 with a dog). It is small but cosy and well equipped. We enjoyed exploring the grounds and saw bats and many tiny frogs. It's beautifully peaceful. We saw Fiona and Denis occasionally; they were very welcoming and quick to help with any queries and recommendations. A good base for exploring Read morefrom, we visited Pen y Fan, and New Quay beach where we saw wild dolphins and a seal. Would highly recommend and hope to return ourselves. Hide

Reviewed by Sian 8th August 2025

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We had an amazing holiday at Clearwater Cottage. Fiona and Denis were the best hosts with helpful suggestions on places to visit and go to eat in the area. Our three small dogs were also well catered for with a secure outside area to use and lovely trails through the forest to explore on longer walks. The cottage has everything you could think of (Read moreand more) and was beautifully presented and the setting is so tranquil. The perfect getaway to relax away from our usual busy lives. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 20th July 2025

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The cottage is really lovely! The owners ar really nice people, they will make sure you have a really good stay! The property is really nice and with a spectacular viewing.

Reviewed by Tracey 13th July 2025

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Such a lovely cottage to stay at, location ideal to travel around the area, plus going to the coast. Home from home comfort. Fiona (host) was lovely checked in the day after we got there to ensure everything was ok, very knowledgeable of the area and gave tips of places to go. Would highly recommend. Hoping to go back again

Reviewed by Chris 22nd June 2025

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Had a lovely stay with Fiona and Denis at Cwmcroiddur. The cottage is very clean and is very well equipped. Fiona is very welcoming and explains everything upon arrival, her and Denis then become your neighbours whilst you stay at Clear Water Cottage but, you would never know they were there! They then leave you to have a wonderful holiday but are Read morealways available for any assistance and have a lot of local knowledge. It is a lovely quiet and peaceful place, so enjoy your stay as we did. Hide

Reviewed by Donna 15th June 2025

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What a fabulous stay we had at Clear Water Cottage! The cottage itself was beautifully clean and well equipped. The bed was very comfy and the cottage was in the most stunning setting. Our dog loved it there too. The owners, Denis and Fiona, were lovely and friendly, giving us privacy but always on hand for tips for where to visit and a chat. We thRead moreoroughly enjoyed our stay and didn't want to leave! We will be recommending it to friends and family and would love to come back Hide

Reviewed by Sara 31st May 2025

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A charming cottage in a beautiful location. Friendly and helpful hosts, and we were delighted with the generous and practical welcome pack - what a treat! So many interesting places to visit within an hours drive, a week wasnt really long enough. Highly recommend

Reviewed by Gillian 15th May 2025

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Fantastic from start to finish. Great communication before arrival and a lovely warm welcome. Spotlessly clean and comfortable cottage, good location and only about 10minutes outside Llandovery where you could find shops leisure centre and pubs that did food. Various castles and attractions within a short drive and we even went to the coast for a dRead moreay about an hour away. We were walking and found plenty to go at in the western Brecons. Would we recommend this cottage....absolutely. Hide

Reviewed by Amanda 4th May 2025

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Clearwater Cottage is lovely. So clean and well equipped. If you want a rural location in stunning countryside, you won't be disappointed. We did a mix of local walks. And trips to both the West Coast and South Coast beaches, each about an hours drive away. We had a great time.

Reviewed by Joanne 28th April 2025

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This place was perfect for us, our springer spaniel had an amazing holiday too as there was plenty for him to explore within the grounds and forest. The owners are friendly and the perfect balance between being on hand if you need something and not in your face constantly. The cottage is impeccably clean, freshly decorated and has everything you wiRead morell need. The welcome pack was appreciated too. We would recommend this cottage to birdwatchers as the grounds and gardens are full of birds and song Hide

Reviewed by Philippa 22nd March 2025

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Lovely cottage in an idyllic setting. Quiet and peaceful with lots of walks from the cottage without even having to use your car.

Reviewed by Sarah 17th January 2025

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This cottage is absolutely lovely. Cosy, away from hussle and bustle and with fantastic hosts Fiona and Dennis a stones throw away to offer advice on local attractions and hikes etc. We wanted for nothing whilst here and had a fantastic stay in amazingly comfortable beds! Fully equipped kitchen was also great! As previously said, fantastic , friendRead morely, helpful hosts. Would highly recommend this cottage for anyone wanting to explore the Brecons and have peace and quiet for a while Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 8th October 2024

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Just the most amazing beautiful cottage, so warm and comfortable, greeted by the owners on arrival, and left a great welcome gift of goodies too. The area is stunning and close to everything you need, Fiona and Denis the owners are always on hand and willing to share their knowledge of the area. Thank you for an amazing week, well definitely be bacRead morek. Hide

Reviewed by Emma 4th October 2024

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I had a wonderful 4night stay with my mum and our dogs. The cottage was really nicely done, very cosy, had everything in it we needed. The property grounds from the garden, walking paddock and wooded walk up to the veiw point were perfect for a peaceful walk with stunning views from the top. Our hosts were really lovely people, happy to chat and anRead moreswer any questions and suggest places for us to visit. We would definitely recommend anybody to visit and we would love to come again. Hide

Reviewed by Jennifer 8th September 2024

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Reviewed by Gail 30th August 2024

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Beautiful well equipped cottage in a stunning location.

Reviewed by Kelly 23rd August 2024

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We have just returned from a lovely week away staying at Clearwater cottage. We had everything we needed, a real home from home. The cottage is immaculate and cosy with a lovely feel. There were four of us and we had plenty of room. Beautiful new bathroom and kitchen all really well equipped. Fiona and Denis were the perfect hosts- nothing was too Read moremuch trouble. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend this for a perfect relaxing break. Hide

Reviewed by Margaret 9th August 2024

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The cottage was lovely ,clean and cozy everything you could need for a really relaxing holiday.

Reviewed by Richard 2nd August 2024

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Friendly owners and a lovely location.

Reviewed by Kelly 15th June 2024

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Beautiful cottage, stunning location, what more could you ask for! Lovely hosts and amazing dog walk through the forest surrounding the cottage. The welcome pack was much appreciated too. Would definitely recommend.

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