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Penmaen House

Penmaen, near Mumbles, South Wales
Sleeps 15
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 4
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Romantic
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Beach within easy reach
Indoor swimming pool
Spa facilities
Cot available
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At a glance

  • Impressive manor house with stunning interiors overlooking picturesque Three Cliffs Bay
  • Large indoor balcony and private, heated indoor swimming pool
  • Beautiful gardens with summer house and a modern barn with indoor games including skittles and soft ball tennis
Overview
Property code: OC-PW353

Gather with your nearest and dearest to enjoy the space, situation and luxurious features of this splendid country home in the Gower. With a games barn, indoor swimming pool and sauna, there is plenty to enjoy during your group holiday or special celebration. Sleeping 14 guests, the eight-bedroom former manor sits in exquisite grounds at Penmaen and captures sweeping coastal vistas.

Enter the gorgeous, 17th-century property to discover period features married with exceptional comfort. From the striking reception hall wander through to the lounge to watch TV or open the French doors on to the garden. Younger guests will enjoy the second lounge, with another TV and a pool table, or the third lounge on the lower ground floor, also with a TV. Discover the kitchen is well equipped for catering and the elegant dining room ideal for grand feasts. There is also a utility room. Climb the sweeping staircase to a king-size bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, and two doubles, one with an en-suite shower room, on the first floor. There is also a family bathroom and separate WC. Head on up to the second floor to a twin and a bunk bedroom, plus a triple bedroom and a double, each with an en-suite bathroom. There is also another WC. Follow the steps from the lower ground floor into the pool and sauna area. Overlooking this is a balcony, with table tennis and seats. Spill out into the garden to play games on the lawn and cook supper on the BBQ or head into the barn to enjoy soft ball tennis. Guests also have use of an adjoining field. There is ample parking.

Venture 1 mile to the picturesque beach at Three Cliffs or 2.5 miles to Oxwich. Have a day out with your group in Swansea, 10 miles away.

  • 7 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 3 double, bunk beds, 1 twin, 1 triple
  • 5 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room, 2 bathrooms with bidet and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with bath
  • 2 separate WCs
  • Electric fan oven, ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, four oven AGA
  • Utility with washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
  • Cot and highchair available on request
  • Wood burners (first basket of logs supplied)
  • Electric meter - first £150 included; any additional electricity used must be paid for
  • TVs, in drawing room, children’s lounge and bed-sitting room DVD player, radio, music centre
  • Pinball machine and pool table in the children’s lounge (pool table requires 20p pieces)
  • Please bring your own beach and pool towels
  • Pool hall with heated swimming pool, shower, and WC
  • Indoor sun balcony with conservatory furniture, fridge, table tennis, shuffleboard and a multi-exercise bench
  • Boarded and paved terrace with garden furniture, BBQ; lawned area with garden furniture; netball hoop, short tennis court, skittle alley; use of adjoining field for picnics
  • Ample private parking
  • Storage shed
  • Beach 0.5 miles, pub 1.6 miles, shop 2 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Stacey Hill

This property is personally managed by Stacey.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Joanne 20th June 2026

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Beautiful house in a beautiful location! Lots to do in the house if the weather isnt good. Lovely walks round and about. Beautiful beaches.

Reviewed by David 14th May 2026

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Delightful property in wonderful location. Very welcoming & helpful hosts.Super facilities to keep multi generational families entertained & very happy.

Reviewed by Celia 31st December 2025

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Penmaen house is an absolute gem for large family holidays. The facilities are amazing and there is something for everyone to enjoy from fabulous heated pool, table tennis, pool table , tennis, sauna and more So close to a lovely beach and Mumbles for shopping. The owners, Ros and Edward are charming and there for you if you have any questions. IRead moret was the best family Christmas we have had anywhere and we would certainly recommend it. FABULOUS Hide

Reviewed by Steven 1st September 2025

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Reviewed by Jane 2nd August 2025

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A great house for multi generations with facilities for all- both indoor and outdoor. The indoor pool is a huge asset regardless of the weather. The size and layout of the house allows everyone to be together or to have separate spaces. Beaches nearby are uncrowded, sandy and beautiful -although not all are easily accessible with young children. ThRead moreis house represents very good value for money. Hide

Reviewed by David 29th July 2025

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Good points; the facilities were generally good and the location was idyllic, the pool was warm and the view from several of the bedrooms was lovely. Only a 15 minute walk to the lovely beach but the path was rocky in places and would be difficult for young toddlers and older people. The accommodation was spacious and comfy with lots of room to plaRead morey pool and table tennis. Not so good points; some essential products such as toilet roles were missing, the sauna didn't work until it was fixed by the owner after four days, the cot was unusable because of its location and couldn't be moved without dismantling. the property looked generally tired and in need of redecoration and the shed with the tennis and bowls wasn't used because it was dark (no windows only poor lights.) There was no way of turning the heating down or off (it wasn't needed in June) so the windows were reluctantly kept open until the heating was switched off. The owner Roz was unavailable until after the weekend so issues remained unresolved until her return. She was very friendly though and did her best to deal with the issues. Holiday Cottages were also very helpful throughout. Hide

Reviewed by Thomas 7th July 2025

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We had a wonderful stay with children and grandchildren. The indoor pool proved very popular and was much used by the grandchildren as was the games barn. The house provided plenty of downstairs space and the bedrooms suited our needs. The Hosts greeted us on our arrival and were extremely attentive and helpful throughout our stay answering many quRead moreestions and finding us an exceptionally good Chef who cooked for us every evening. Hide

Reviewed by Keith 1st June 2025

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A lovely old world, extremely large and comfortable, slightly shabby chic home, in a beautiful location. Facilities for entertaining children were splendidly various, not least the indoor pool and covered sports hall. The owners were readily available and resolved reported problems swiftly. A really great place for an all-age holiday.

Reviewed by Sarah 12th April 2025

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The most beautiful house. Exquisite furnishings. Magnificent view. Very comfortable.

Reviewed by Robert 15th January 2025

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A Xmas break for all the family - 10 adults, 2 kids and 3 dogs. Great location near the beach (which was stunning), Swansea just 20 mins down the road and the house was plenty big enough. Kitchen was great, bedrooms were spot on, the pool got well used along with the pool table.clean and comfortable.what more would you need?

Reviewed by Victoria 4th January 2025

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House is very dated but for the price and big parties of people its ideal. Kitchen very well equipped. Nice big table for us all to eat together. Cold room was very handy. Pool was a bit on the cold side but kids didnt mind and was never out of it. Big house in lovely grounds and a view of the beach.

Reviewed by Anne 30th September 2024

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Reviewed by Bruce 14th September 2024

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This house is faded elegance but is charming. The setting is outstanding with fabulous views and easy access to stunning beaches. The pool was a huge success with all 3 generations of family. If you want somewhere really smart this isnt for you, but if you are active and in a large group this place ticks lots of boxes.

Reviewed by Meryl 31st August 2024

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A large house that met the needs of our family holiday of 15 . There was plenty of seating and the kitchen is well equipped for the needs of a large group. We cooked every meal there with no issues . The pool was disappointing as it was too cold to enjoy . This was the reason we booked this house so if this is the only reason your booking iRead moret have that in mind. The location and views from the house were absolutely stunning and access to coastal walks right on the door step . Hide

Reviewed by Michael 4th August 2024

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We recently enjoyed a delightful week at Penmaen House, a large charming house that provided a wonderful holiday for our three-generation family. The location is idyllic, a setting that offers a perfect balance of relaxation and outdoor activities. The spaciousness of the cottage was particularly appreciated, allowing everyone to have their own spaRead morece while still enjoying quality family time together. The cottage is conveniently close to the beach. However, the path to the beach was quite steep and rugged, making it challenging for our youngest family members. As a result we had to drive to a local cove. The cottage was not quite ready when we arrived, which did not create a good first impression, the beds were unmade and there was a sense we were expected to make them! This was an inconvenience as some of the children needed their beds on arrival. There are a few other areas I would suggest require improvement. While the cottage was wonderful for adults, it is not particularly toddler-friendly. The high chair was more suited to a Victorian child! Families with toddlers might want to bring some extra child proofing items. The interior could also benefit from a fresh coat of paint in some areas to brighten up the space. Moreover, we were disappointed to find that the advertised pitch and putt is no longer available. The swimming pool was well used but the plants were large and didnt create a pleasant environment. Despite these issues, our stay at Penmaen House was thoroughly enjoyable. The charm and comfort of the house, combined with its excellent location, made it a perfect spot for a great multi-generational family holiday. Hide

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