Location

Set in Oxwich on the Gower Peninsula — one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in South Wales, and just 0.9 miles from Oxwich Bay beach.

Where we are

Both cottages are in Oxwich, a small village on the southern edge of the Gower Peninsula in South Wales. The area is part of the Gower National Landscape — the UK's first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty — and is known for wide sandy beaches, coastal paths, and unspoilt countryside.

Oxwich Bay is around 0.9 miles away on foot or by car, with Rhossili, Port Eynon, Three Cliffs Bay and other well-known spots all within easy reach.

Full arrival details and directions are shared after booking.

Travel

Getting here

  • By car: the most practical option, and essential for making the most of the Gower. The M4 brings you into Swansea, from where it's a straightforward drive out to Oxwich.
  • By train: Swansea is the nearest main station, served by direct trains from Cardiff and London Paddington. A taxi or pre-arranged hire car covers the final leg.
  • By public transport: limited local bus services run into parts of Gower, but a car gives the most flexibility for reaching beaches, walks and local spots during your stay.

Arrival

Parking & check-in

  • Barley Cottage: off-road parking for 2 cars, with additional roadside parking nearby.
  • Dairy Cottage: off-road parking for 1 car, with additional roadside parking nearby.
  • Check-in: from 3pm
  • Check-out: by 10am

The area

Nearby beaches & days out

The Gower Peninsula has some of the best beaches in Wales, most of them within 20 minutes by car. Oxwich Bay is the closest — wide, sandy and good for families and swimmers. Rhossili at the western tip offers dramatic clifftop views and one of the finest beaches in the UK. Three Cliffs Bay and Port Eynon are both worth a visit, and the Wales Coast Path connects much of it on foot.

Eating & essentials

Food & local spots

The Beach House restaurant at Oxwich Bay is a local favourite for a special meal out. The Ship Inn at Reynoldston and King Arthur Hotel at Gower are both relaxed options for a pub lunch or evening meal. Swansea is around 30 minutes by car and has all major supermarkets, retail and services. The village of Murton and the market town of Mumbles are also worth a visit for independent shops and seafront cafés.