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Outdoor twin cast iron bathtubs for your relaxation
The master bedroom with a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom
Super-king zip-and-link (can be made into a twin on request)
A 'Jack and Jill' shower room with a freestanding shower and WC
The beautiful double bedroom
Secluded outdoor twin cast iron bathtubs to enjoy sunsets over the garden (No hot tub)
Visit Carreg Cennen Castle with breath-taking views of the Brecon Beacons
Take a trip to Margam Country Park with events and activities to enjoy
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The Old Barn At Nant Y Gaseg Farm

Pontardawe, South Wales
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Working farm
Luxury
Romantic
Green
Family friendly
Spa Facilities
Quirky
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Stunning 17th-century barn conversion in idyllic grounds
  • Contemporary design and original features merge to create a beautiful atmosphere
  • Secluded outdoor twin cast iron bathtubs to enjoy sunsets over the garden
Overview
Property code: 88346

This luxury holiday accommodation in the heart of the Swansea Valleys is the perfect countryside retreat, complete with stone circle, outdoor sheltered seating area and wigwam.

This gorgeous barn, located just 3 miles from the village of Pontardawe, is ideal for friends and families looking for a peaceful and active holiday in South Wales. The property is a perfect base to explore the coast and countryside at your own pace. The Dan Yr Ogof Showcaves can be reached in just 9 miles, perfect for an underground adventure.

As you enter this delightful property, you walk into a welcoming open-plan kitchen/diner. The barn beautifully blends traditional features, such as exposed stone walls, with modern day comforts. The kitchen has everything you need to rustle up a lazy brunch or hearty dinner. There is ample dining space around the farmhouse table and additional seating on the leather sofa, making this kitchen/diner a relaxed social space. The lounge is adjacent to the kitchen, down two steps, and boasts two leather sofas and a separate snuggle chair to relax on. The lounge is the perfect spot to unwind after a day of adventure, with a Smart TV for entertainment and a wood burner for cooler months. Down a further couple of stairs are two of the three bedrooms. The super-king-size and double room share a ’Jack and Jill’ shower room. On the first-floor mezzanine level is a king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Outside, enjoy a generous garden laid to lawn with a patio area and outdoor seating for dining alfresco. Soak in a twin cast iron bathtub placed on the patio, completely secluded from view.

There is easy access to the cultural attractions and shopping opportunities of Swansea City (14 miles) or spend the day on one of the golden sandy beaches of the Gower Peninsula (16 miles). Walkers can lace up their boots and head to the nearby Black Mountains (5 miles) or Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park (20 miles). For a great family day out, Carreg Cennen Castle is 7 miles or take a picnic to Margam Country Park (15 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 super-king zip-and-link (can be made into a twin on request), 1 king-size, 1 double
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower, 1 Jack'n'Jill shower room with freestanding shower
  • Induction range, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Outdoor twin cast iron bathtubs for your relaxation/spa facilities (there is no hot tub at the property)
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Renewable underfloor heating and water system provided by a ground source heat pump
  • Smart TV in each room
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture, BBQ, cooking herbs, twin cast iron bathtubs and lawns
  • Access to private paddock with stone circle with fire pit and a willow teepee
  • Access to the fruit orchards to pick your very own (subject to seasons and availability)
  • Off-road driveway parking for up to 3 cars
  • Electric vehicle charging point (additional charge payable to the owner directly)
  • Pub 2 miles, shop 3 miles, beach 12 miles
  • Fenced pond in grounds - children must be supervised at all times
  • Regret unsuitable for those with a disability, mobility issues, or the very elderly with many different levels to access at the property as located on the side of a mountain
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Sally Thomas

This property is personally managed by Sally.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alison 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by Jeremy 2nd August 2024

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A beautifully refurbished three-bedroom barn with all the necessary amenities and the novelty of the outside baths. Good location for a holiday in the hills of the Brecon Beacons or on the beaches of Swansea and the Gower. Friendly, welcoming and attentive hosts who were very generous with their time. Adults and children all loved it!

Reviewed by Alan 5th July 2024

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This is a beautifully appointed barn conversion which provided a comfortable and well-equipped holiday base. Helen and Paul were extremely helpful and friendly. We would highly recommend this to other holiday makers.

Reviewed by Katrina 21st June 2024

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Thank you to Paul and Helen for being great hosts and for leaving us a welcome basket on our arrival. We had a great week at the barn. So peaceful and relaxing with lovely views. We Would definately recommend staying here.

Reviewed by Katie 24th May 2024

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We had a wonderful week. Paul and Helen were really nice and very welcoming. They showed us the lovely animals they had on the farm. The barn and garden were beautiful, with everything you could need. In a really peaceful setting. We found so much to do in the area and a good base to go around most of south Wales. We made it up as far as AberystwytRead moreh on one of our day trips. We highly recommend staying here and would most definitely stay again. Absolutely lovely Hide

Reviewed by Rachel 3rd May 2024

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We had an absolutely brilliant stay at The Old Barn, it was perfect for what we needed. Location is great, various things we wanted to do were all in about a 30-45 min drive radius, and the place itself was exactly what we wanted for relaxation and comfort. The baths outside were a real highlight!

Reviewed by Lorraine 15th March 2024

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We had a lovely time at the old barn. Stunning property with great views all around. So peaceful and relaxing. Helen and Paul have thought of Everything to make your stay special and were wonderful hosts ,meeting them made our week extra special and we would love to stay again.

Reviewed by Gary 26th September 2023

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We had an amazing time at the barn.. It is iddillic and is better than the pictures from the website. Me and my wife had a great time at dusk, animal watching from the snug at the top of the field. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to get of the beaten path to enjoy some piece and quite.

Reviewed by Jenny 15th September 2023

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Truly outstanding. Great barn conversion, incredibly spacious inside and out. Very well kept and clean. A great balance of elegant and homely. The two side by side outside baths beat a hot tub every time and the view is the icing on the cake. Hosts were lovely, we spoke before we arrived to confirm details. They were there when you needed them, invRead moreisible when you didn't. One of our favourite properties. Hide

Reviewed by Tom 25th August 2023

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Fantastic hosts made us feel incredibly welcome going above and beyond to make sure we were settled and had everything we needed. Even took the time to give us a tour of their farm. Accommodation was beautiful, very homely with lots of great books and games for the kids. So much space, brilliant kitchen very well equipped. The baths outside, the gaRead morerden, the stone circle. All made for a very special holiday Hide

Reviewed by Adam 11th August 2023

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Reviewed by Jennifer 9th June 2023

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Brilliant stay - two couples for four nights. We appreciated this outstanding accommodation in a superbly renovated barn which was listed in the Domesday Book. The barn - with glorious outlook/views- was spacious, well equipped and beautifully decorated. Helen was a perfect host, informative and welcoming - we loved the time spent with the baby goaRead morets. On our brief visit to Wales, the location was a central base for days in the Brecon Beacons, Govans Head and the Gower Peninsular. Hide

Reviewed by Erika 2nd June 2023

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Perfect holiday, perfect location, perfect hosts. The barn is a beautiful place to relax and enjoy your stay. The rooms are spacous and luxurious. Everything was accommodated for. Helen and Paul are wonderful hosts. The animals are an excellent addition to this tranquil space. The views are breath taking. Our grandchildren had loads of space to runRead more and have fun. We intend on returning in the near future. Hide

Reviewed by Patricia 26th May 2023

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The stay was perfect in every way. Fab peaceful location, and lots of room for kids to run around and play. The converted barn is lovely, even nice than the pics, and very well equipped. It was great to have an evening running around and playing with the goats, and wonderful to be given a tour of the farm. Helen and Paul (and their children) are trRead moreuly wonderful people, and fantastic hosts! And Paul made our stay, especially Angus', by looking after the birds that fell out of their nest! Hide

Reviewed by Lorna 4th May 2023

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Helen and her family are great hosts, and really want their guests to enjoy their stay. The barn is so luxurious, and you really do feel pampered, with everything anyone could need for a very comfortable stay away from home. Even on a day of heavy rain, we enjoyed ourselves with games and books. Didn't want to leave, and hope to return.

Reviewed by Jan 24th April 2023

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This barn conversion is amazing- it has been finished to a very high standard making it homely yet something special. The barn was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Helen and Bryn were very friendly and so helpful despite being so busy with the farm.. we really enjoyed see the goats and their kids this added an unexpected enhancement to our Read morebreak. Thank you so much Hide

Reviewed by Rebekah 16th April 2023

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Amazing Barn well presented in a lovely spot. Couldn't of felt more welcomed by owners. Meeting the Pigmy Goats and newly born kids was a lovely experience. Lovely area and the Brecon Beacon offer lots of amazing scenary, walks, wildlife. We will definitely be back again!

Reviewed by Victoria 24th March 2023

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Beautiful barn conversion in a lovely part of Wales and close to the Gower beaches. Although the weather wasn't too good during our stay the accommodation more than compensated. It was extremely clean and well equipped and the beds and sofas are very comfortable. We will definitely be visiting again.

Reviewed by Katie 23rd February 2023

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Helen and Paul were the perfect hosts. Their barn is beautiful and has everything you could possibly want. We had a lovely family weekend away and would highly recommend it :)

Reviewed by Joanne 17th February 2023

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Reviewed by Hazel 15th January 2023

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What a wonderful stay. The property is everything you could expect and more. Immaculately presented, superbly equipped, and our hosts were always on hand to assist us should we have needed it. Helen and Paul have their family home close by to the Barn, but not in sight, and there is a wonderful sense of privacy without feeling isolated. The surrounRead moredings gave us a week full of beautiful walks, trips to the beach, a lovely snowfall, and big blue skies, despite the time of year! Magic. Hide

Reviewed by Neil 29th December 2022

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We saw the new year in in this wonderful barn conversion which is of a very high standard and beautifully fitted out; we loved the modern decor and facilities and the view is lovely. A peaceful little haven, but not too far from the local village. The owners were very friendly, helpful and approachable. We don't usually revisit places we've alreadyRead more been to, but would make an exception for this one as we'd love to see it in the summer. We would highly recommend staying here. Hide

Reviewed by Wendy 22nd December 2022

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The Old Barn is a very special place. The owners have thought of everything for your comfort and enjoyment and will go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and at home. Our party were lucky enough to be the first to spend Christmas here and on arrival we were thrilled to find the place tastefully decorated for Christmas, complete with a majestRead moreic locally sourced Christmas tree. We know that if you chose The Old Barn for your stay, you will have a lovely time in beautiful surroundings. Hide

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Outdoor twin cast iron bathtubs for your relaxation
The master bedroom with a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom
Super-king zip-and-link (can be made into a twin on request)
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