Holiday Cottages in Carmarthenshire

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Josephine - Verified booking

  Just returned from our wonderful holiday at The Mill and Stable.

  This was our second visit to the barns, having stayed at The Old Cow Barn last year. The barns are well laid out, especially for a wheelchair user. The adjustable care bed and wet room are invaluable and so difficult to find in other properties. Andrew, the owner, was very friendly and able to provide commode and shower chairs if needed, as well as hiring a hoist if required at a very reasonable price. Andrew was in touch during the week to ensure all was well (which it was). The barn, though big is very homely and warm, with all the equipment you could want for a self catering holiday. The “welcome basket “ was greatly appreciated and the bara brith and welsh cakes went down a treat with the wine provided. The barns are in a small village, up a hill as previously mentioned but with a lovely view of the countryside and the sea from the upstairs double bedroom. A car is needed but within easy access to attractions and places of interest. By car: 5 minutes from Laugharne, in one direction (small shop and few pubs) and Pendine (10 minutes) in the other ( lovely Chinese restaurant and beach), and 25 minutes from Carmarthen (big Tesco and Morrison supermarkets). Amroth is 20 minutes away (beach, shop and pubs), Saundersfoot is 25 minutes away and Tenby is 30 minutes away. Within 60-90 minutes are Swansea and the Gower and the Pembroke National Coastal Park. I would highly recommend The Mill and Stable (and The Old Cow Barn). We are already planning our return next year.

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• Alison - Verified booking

  Having planned to take my elderly mother from Newport, Shropshire, for a week's holiday with my sister in Abergavenny, I suddenly found myself needing to make alternative arrangements when we heard that my sister had become unwell.

  It was too short notice to book online, so I called Sykes who checked and established that my initial two choices of properties couldn't be made available in time, but the staff were very helpful, calling me back and suggesting others I could look at. My third attempt was The Old Cow Barn near Laugharne and we made the 150 mile journey that same Monday afternoon for a 5-night stay. We arrived after dark and were delighted to find this cluster of three converted barns surrounding a courtyard area beautifully illuminated with strings of colourful led lights and dancing Christmassy images projected upon the white walls of the barns. It was a jolly and welcoming sight. Upon entering the barn, we were further warmed to see a lovely lighted Christmas tree and other festive decorations - and a very nice welcome pack on the table. The furnishing is simple, cosy and well-thought out, with lots of lovely beams, a gorgeous mezzanine floor with its twin bedroom and own bathroom in addition to the two ground floor bedrooms and wet room. My other sister and brother in law joined us for three days and we all really loved this holiday home. The owners were really kind and helpful, too, and we could not fault the hospitality. We also enjoyed exploring Laugharne, as well as Tenby and Carmarthen which are within easy reach by car. We would definitely recommend Sykes and the Laugharne Barns to anyone considering a holiday in this region.

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• Dorothy - Verified booking

  To access the property you have to have a fob to get through the gates.

  The owner let us in on our first arrival. We spent Christmas week in Grooms quarters. It is huge. There was a nice christmas tree though we also bought our own fairy lights for the sitting room. The kitchen is well stocked and we could do lots of cooking and baking with ease. Only had to buy a food blender. Lots of tea towels and towels were available. Big double fridge and freezer was big enough for food and drink for 8. Tescos was close by. The place was warm and underfloor heating lovely. It was the five bathrooms and bedrooms that sold it to us as we are three families staying there. There are large crates for two dogs which i thought was great though I don't have a dog myself. The washer and dryer was well used. There are plenty of walks direct from the property though it pretty much rained all week so we were not out all that long each day. The only thing not to my taste was the old fashioned bedding, bedroom chairs and big red sofa which were like something out of an old people's home but we moved the furniture around which helped it feel more cosy. The owner rather read us the riot act about being clean and leaving it as found it which to be honest rather perplexed and annoyed me as I would not have done otherwise. But i guess they have had bad experiences before. That said I would stay there again in a heartbeat. The positives far far outweighed any negatives.

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• Adrian - Verified booking

  The Grooms Quarters is a beautiful property, the photo's on here really don't do it justice.

  The facilities are superb, with very modern bathrooms with showers throughout and one bath. All rooms are airy and spacious, with comfortable beds, and cosy furniture. The dining room/kitchen is well fitted out with all modern conveniences, and the dining table is plenty big enough, and comfortable, for 10 people. The underfloor heating on the ground floor is amazing, and lovely to wake up to on a cold, wet winter morning. The owner greeted us on arrival and gave me a guided tour of the property, including the use of all the systems installed. There was ice in the freezer, two bottles of Prosecco in the fridge, and various other kitchen items had been supplied for our use. There was also a lovely Christmas tree set up and decorated with lights and decorations in the hallway. The property is situated on a working farm, but there is practically no noise or disturbance, and it is nice to watch the horses being exercised in the mornings. I would highly recommend this lovely property for a family/friends getaway, it is a great base from which to explore the surrounding area, and also a lovely, quiet, and peaceful place to relax, kick back, and forget the outside world. You will not be disappointed with this property, it is worth every penny of the price asked, and then some.

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• Fiona - Verified booking

  Looking back on my holiday at Cwtch ar y mor was a big catch.

  On entering the property the appearance was appalling,it needed maintainance.I spent £831 pounds for a week stay which wasn't worth it. The inside of the property was homely except for the beds which were very uncomfortable and squeaky. The sofa was also a big let down. (tough like board) I booked the home because of the hot tub because I thought it could be of remedy to my body. The area where the tub sits needed proper cleaning as the window and area was all gross from build up moulds.The tub was full of too much chlorine that makes us ill.Only been in hot tub twice. It was pointed out to me that the tub would be half emptied then topped up again with chlorine for next visitors,makes me wonder.The owner was quite nice though. Future reference, I would visit again not at that price and only if owners do a proper entry clean up, fully drained tub and keep the tub area mould free. Good property,quite area and friendly people.

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