Farm Accommodation in South Wales
Mynydd Marchywel in the Swansea Valley, South Wales holiday cottages self catering
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South Wales Accommodation

Wales Tourist Board Accredited South Wales Accommodation

Wales Tourist Board - South Wales Accommodation

The holiday accommodation is in an ideal location for touring South Wales.

Cottage Links

Plas Farm

Old Pictures

Cottage Artwork

Bird Log Book

Souvenir Shop

Welsh Poppies against stonework of holiday accommodation

Guests to our self catering accommodation in the Swansea Valley are free to explore over a hundred acres of beautiful Welsh countryside. Our farm trail starts on your holiday cottage doorstep.

Farm Holiday Accommodation

".....two hours and a million miles away"

You can also find our holiday cottages on the Wales Tourist Board's self catering accommodation in Wales website.


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Bwthyn y Saer
COTTAGE VISITOR BOOK 2004

| 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 |
| 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 |

1 January to 18 January
"This is the first time we have used this kind of holiday accommodation in Wales. It was just terrific and we enjoyed every day being here. It was close to everything we needed i.e. family and we thoroughly loved it." The Beresford family, Australia

14 February to 21 February
"A lovely comfortable cottage and the most incredible weather; sunny and bright. We'll definitely be back!" The Kingdons from Warwickshire

21 February to 27 February
"Peaceful, great location, lots to explore. Snow was a bonus!" Carolyn and Paul from Kent

22 March to 27 March
"Impressed by attention to detail, decor - just about everything! Definitely on our recommended list for anyone else coming over!" David and Faith from New Hampshire, USA

3 April to 10 April
"Beautiful cottage, comfortably furnished. A superb location from which to explore in all directions. Helpful and friendly hosts. A really enjoyable and relaxing week. 10 out of 10!" The Adams family from Hampshire

10 April to 17 April
"Very good location for touring around the main attractions, very well equipped cottage for all age groups." The Fuller family from Dorset

17 April to 24 April
"This week completes our first hat trick of visits and a cue to wax rhapsodical. A wonderful relaxing week with only one day devoted to rain. A huge thank you to our hosts. Au revoir!" Cynthia and Ernest from Portsmouth

24 April to 27 April
"Very kind and thoughtful hosts. We were here for a 100 year birthday and the birthday girl visited and pronounced the house 'lovely - I could live here!'" The Evans family from Stockholm in Sweden

1 May to 7 May
"We have enjoyed our stay in this comfortable and well appointed cottage - unfortunately we chose the rainy week!" Margaret and Jim from Doncaster

8 May to 15 May
"This is our second visit to David and Rachel's holiday cottages. It's like home from home and we thoroughly enjoy ourselves. David and Rachel are brilliant hosts. Margam Park is 'must see' venue as are the caves. Nest year may be our third visit. Who knows!" Sally and David from Essex

22 May to 29 May
"Wonderful week's holiday. Cottage very comfortable, lovely friendly hosts and gorgeous surroundings. Spotted 41 bird species plus bats, squirrels, a fox and a bank (?) vole. Thank you Rachel and family - not forgetting Holly!" Chris from Ludlow

29 May to 5 June
"It was very good and we hope to come back soon. Again we enjoyed the Welsh beaches and weather!, Many thanks to Rachel and David Bowen for all they do!" The Capes family from Southampton

5 June to 12 June
"Lovely cottage - very clean and comfortable. All our needs catered for in wonderful natural surroundings. Very enjoyable holiday. We would all like to come again including both our mums aged 89 years" The Bakers from Sandbach

12 June to 19 June
"A very relaxing week in a lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings with perfect weather. What more could we ask for!" Marion and Derek from West Sussex

19 June to 26 June
"Lovely cottage, wonderful hosts, made to feel very welcome, weather could have been kinder, but still had a wonderful week. Next time we come it won't be Wimbledon week." Florrie and John from Oxford

26 June to 3 July
"All we could have desired plus more! Many Thanks." Gwen and Colin from York

3 July to 10 July
"We really enjoyed our stay. Restful, comfortable and friendly place. We'll be back. Thanks Rachel, David and Holly." Jacky and Jim from Chesterfield

10 July to 17 July
"It was a lovely cottage in a very quiet peaceful area. Some of the best mountain bike trails in Britain. Loved every minute. Hope to come back soon. Thank you." Lee and Guy from Gosport

17 July to 24 July
"We enjoy being back in Wales visiting old friends. It's a lovely cottage and we could have stayed for much longer. Thanks to Rachel, David and Holly." The Kiel family from Denmark

24 July to 31 July
"Our second stay in these cottages and once again we've been very pleased with the high standard of accommodation and the warm and helpful welcome from David and Rachel Bowen. We've had a lovely week, despite the typical Welsh weather! We've enjoyed the Gower beaches and tremendous days out at the National Showcaves and the Museum of Welsh Life in Cardiff - a must see!" The Molyneux family from Maidenhead

31 July to 7 August
"A wonderful relaxing week! The cottage and farm are delightful and the hosts warm and welcoming. A great base for all types of attractions - we especially enjoyed the numerous woodland/waterfall walks, the Plas Farm trail and the National Wetland Centre at Llanelli. Hope to return and visit the area in other seasons of the year too. Thank you for a wonderful holiday." Beryl, Deanna and Jake Davis

14 August to 20 August
"Had a wonderful week, Wales is fantastic whatever the weather! Apart from the wasps!" The Prince family from Nottingham

21 August to 28 August
"Arrived very stressed out after a month of family problems (health). We are leaving completely relaxed and ready to face the world again. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great scenery, great people. Going to miss OUR dog!! This place was a great find via the w.w.w. Hope to come back again. Good luck for the future!" Cath, Alf, Denise and Brian from Cheshire

31 August to 4 September
"We had a great holiday, good location, very peaceful. Enjoyed the wildlife and countryside. Being able to hear the stream was tranquil. Would definitely come back. Thank you for your help." Dawn, Jacqui, Jess and Jake from Brighton

4 September to 11 September
"We've had a lovely time in a lovely cottage watching the birds and other wildlife in peaceful surroundings. The stream and other countryside around us was a delight to walk through. Thank you for your hospitality." Vaness and Martin from Kent

18 Medi i 25 Medi
"Pleser mawr yw dod yma unwaith eto i fwynhau'r prydferthwch a'r tangnefedd. Diolch yn fawr i chwi." Y teulu Baker o Ascot

25 September to 2 October
"An excellent holiday in a first class cottage. We have enjoyed many days out visiting lovely and interesting places locally and we have enjoyed walks and seen a varied variety of wildlife. Hopefully we will return." The Coopers of Inverness-shire, Scotland

2 October to 9 October
"Great cottage in a beautiful location just right for meeting our family. See you again soon." Joyce, Gary and Norman from Swanage, Dorset

23 October to 28 October
"Lovely, cosy cottage in beautiful surroundings. Bess loved all the streams and we all loved the castles and beaches. Thank you very much from us all." The Wilson family and 'Bess' the dog from Basingstoke, Hampshire

28 October to 31 October
"We've so enjoyed your comfortable accommodation and being able to be together as a family in both cottages. We've flown in from 3 continents - Africa, America and Europe to celebrate our daughter's wedding in Wales. It's been fabulous. We shall return. Thank you so much." Rosie, Roger, Lou and Tom, Malawi, South East Africa

31 October to 7 November
"We have really enjoyed staying at the cottage. Quiet, and plenty of walks for the dogs - just the sort of place we would like to live. Will be back next year." Jean and Jon and dogs Perry and Holly from North Lincolnshire

13 November to 20 November
"Third visit as so peaceful and a paradise for us birdwatchers. Hope to return soon. Many thanks." Chris and Dave from Hampshire

8 December to 12 December
"Having driven through the night with three children under 4 years old we much appreciated our hosts flexibility on our arrival (and departure) times. The nicely made beds and firm mattresses were very welcoming! We hope to return in the summer." The Stack family from Ayrshire, Scotland

23 December to 30 December
"Had a wonderful Christmas break with snow for Christmas Day!! Lovely cottage and area. Very nice owners. Wish we had had more time to explore but was visiting family. Hope to come back again. Made to feel welcome everywhere." The Hodgetts Family from Worcester

Accommodation Information

  • Sleeps 4
  • All Ground Level
  • Linen provided free of charge
  • Secure parking
  • No smoking
  • Lawn area with swings and slides
  • Picnic tables
  • BBQ available
  • Cot and highchair
  • TV, VCR, DVD
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Oil central heating
  • 2 miles to 24hr supermarket
  • 1 mile to the pub, post office, garage and general store
  • Dogs welcome
  • Selection of books and videos
  • Comprehensive Information Folder
  • No meters
  • Wireless broadband internet

A Host of Attractions

 Bwthyn Y Saer holiday cottage is convenient to a host of attractions for all ages and interests, including the Gower Peninsula, Brecon Beacons National Park and Swansea Bay. For more information on the area please see our South Wales Region Guide.

The holiday cottage is equipped with a comprehensive information folder which includes plenty of information on where to eat and what to do during your holiday in South Wales. Our suggested itineraries will ensure that you get the most out of your holiday in Wales.


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"A most delightful cottage, so cosy, clean and comfortable, a real home from home"

"Our very favourite cottage of all the places we have stayed in Wales"

"I can't imagine that we could have come across a nicer place to stay in the whole of Wales"

"The surrounding countryside is quite spectacular"

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