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Ship Cottage

Gower, South Wales
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 2
4
star
Highchair available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Secluded holiday home right on a Gower Peninsula beach
  • Leafy, lawned, natural garden with sea views
  • Wood burner for cosy autumn and winter evenings

Property code: OC-HH646

A gorgeous, 18th-century cottage, with a colourful history as a smuggler’s inn, this exquisite, secluded hideaway enjoys exceptional privacy from its position overlooking Pwll Du Beach, near Bishopston, on the Gower Peninsula. Sleeping eight guests, but with the possibility of two extras on a sofa bed, and with an adjoining, one-bedroom annexe for a further four guests, it is the perfect retreat for an extended family or group stay. Stroll less than 500 metres down to the tranquil, sandy beach to swim, surf and picnic or venture 2 miles to Pobbles Bay. The village of Mumbles, with its spectrum of shops and eateries is 4 miles from the cottage, while the city of Swansea is 10 miles from the property.

Enter the main cottage to find characterful accommodation with a myriad of features, including flagstone flooring throughout the ground floor. Choose between the main lounge or the lounge/diner, both with underfloor heating and comfortable seating. Light the wood burner in the inglenook fireplace in the lounge and settle down together to watch TV. There is a double sofa bed in here too. Prepare hearty feasts for your family and friends in the characterful kitchen then sit at the table in the vaulted dining room, gazing out at the greenery of the garden. Climb the stairs up to the split-level landing, which leads to all three bedrooms. The first of these is a spacious super-king-size room with wooden flooring and a vaulted ceiling. Next up is the cosy double room, bathed in natural light and including an additional single bed. The final bedroom is the quirky family room featuring a double bed with a single bed over it. It has a fresh and bright en-suite shower room. Completing the first floor is the family bathroom with a fabulous free-standing bath with a shower over it.

Follow the stone steps up to the charming, enclosed, lawned garden. Dine out here as you soak up the magical sea views. Gather fresh eggs from the free-range chickens for your breakfast if you wish.

  • Unique,  secluded and with a stunning beach
  • 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king, 1 double with additional single bed, 1 family room with single over a double
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with shower over the free-standing bath and WC, and 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, with ice box, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Highchair available on request
  • Wood burner
  • Underfloor heating
  • TV and DVD player
  • Wi-Fi is intermittent
  • Enclosed garden, with lawn and garden furniture
  • Shop 1 mile, pub 1.5 miles, beach 50 metres
  • This property can be booked alongside another property that sleeps a further 4 guests. Please contact us for details.
  • Sleeps 8 + 2 (please note the double sofa bed in the lounge may be used for two extra guests for an additional charge, please discuss at booking)
  • Please note, there is no vehicular access to the property other than by the owner’s 4X4 on arrival and departure days only
  • In very extreme cases, if the small river floods and then access is by foot only via the beach or a woodland path
  • Guests leave their car in a residential area, 1 mile from the property; the owners will collect them from a meeting point on arrival and transport them to their destination
  • Guests are welcome to bring their own 4X4 if they are confident to drive off road and are liable for their own car
  • The track is rough and steep, and cars may get scratched, but the owner is happy to talk guests through the access route
  • To ensure a comfortable stay, we advise guests to bring enough food for the duration of their stay. 
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Deb, 31st August 2024

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The most amazing location for a family holiday. A real escape from busy lifestyles. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Sophie, 24th August 2024

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Reviewed by Helen, 10th August 2024

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Reviewed by Philippa, 18th May 2024

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The cottage is in the most fabulous spot. We loved it and would recommend it to others, but only if they are a young, fit, active and adventurous family or group. It is definitely not for the faint-hearted! Although we four are not faint hearted, we are not young or particularly fit, so perhaps we should have chosen a cushier place. But then wRead moree would have missed a superb break in a beautiful location! Hide

Reviewed by Caroline, 24th February 2024

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What a special week. Really relaxing. Enjoyed watching the daily change of Pwll Du bay. Great walks around the coast, accessing local cafes for lunch and home for the evening. The cottage has a great array of games for all ages which we played. The cottage feels very spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was very well stocked. I cooked lots of meaRead morels to take with us so we just prepped. Large fridge freezer was perfect given the location. The cottage feels very special and loved by its owners. Thoroughly recommend and would love to go back. Hide

Reviewed by Katy, 3rd January 2024

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A fabulous week at the beautiful Ship Cottage. The location of the cottage may be off putting for some, but we loved the privacy and detachment from day to day distractions. We definitely hope to return soon

Reviewed by Melinda, 12th November 2023

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Wonderful stay at Ship Cottage, its an amazing location, very comfortable cottage and our hosts were very friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this property.

Reviewed by Annabel, 2nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 21st July 2023

Bringing a teenagers on holiday was always going to be a challenge, but ship. Cottage has ticked all the boxes and kept every member of the family family in holiday mode. Bob attended to our every need and provided ghost stories for the kids amusement. The beach the rocks, the proximity to all the things on the Gower has been fantastic. The cottageRead more is comfy with everything we needed for a fabulous family holiday. What a gem and will recommend to all we know. Thanks Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 30th June 2023

What an incredible find we have had the most amazing holiday here. Lots of games on the beach coastal walks trips to the Worms head and managed to get right to the top. Had a wonderful morning Coast doing with huge 10 meter jumps. The weather was great for us and we have made such precious family memories. Thank you.

Reviewed by Zoe, 7th June 2023

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The cottage was lovely but very inaccesable. Their listing should make it very clear that this is an unsuitable property for anyone with mobility or sight issues. The tracks in and out and even to the beach were extremely rocky and difficult - my elderly mum had several falls. In addition, there was a problem with the drains - raw sererage came Read moreon the patio. The owner fixed it within 2 days but it was unpleasant. Hide

Reviewed by Kayleigh, 6th June 2023

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Loved it awesome location, lovely property, really helpful hosts

Reviewed by Anonymous, 27th May 2023

What a wonderful stay ship. Cottage is in a beautiful spot. A lovely way to spend a weekend with friends and one of them mentioned. These are probably the best beaches in the UK. Thank you for letting us stay in this beautiful spot.

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