Oakland House

Reviewed by Lisa 26th October 2024

An absolutely gorgeous cottage. The owner has thought of everything. Split over 4 floors, each room has a home from home feel. Set in an ideal central location, only minutes from the front /shops / bars & beach. Plenty of space for a large family, including a man cave and 4 tvs. Beds super comfortable and kitchen has every utensil, crockery and equRead moreipment you could ever need. I would certainly recommend this property. We stayed for 7 nights and wished we had booked for longer. Beautiful walks only a stones throw away. Hide

Reviewed by Chloe 17th October 2024

Another fantastic holiday at Oakland House! This is our third time staying there and we have already booked to go back next year. With two young children, we have found Mumbles to be an ideal destination with huge beautiful beaches like Rhosilli and Three Cliffs Bay nearby and the lovely Caswell and Langland Bay just 5 minutes away in the car. We Read morelove Rhosilli in particular with the spectacular views over Worms Head and the sunflower fields with activity trails for the kids. This year we also discovered the tennis courts at Langland Bay which were easy to book and newly re-surfaced offering another local activity. > > We all enjoyed the Blackpill lido and playground especially riding there and back on the little train! The Wales national pool and family splash was also a hit which we combined with a visit to Secrets restaurant right on the beach. Another fabulous meal at the Lighthouse at Bracelet bay - amazing views and great little playground for the kids. > > As usual, Mumbles itself did not disappoint with its great range of shops and cafes - Boo and Microlot cafe being favourites for the delicious coffee, cinnamon buns and blondies. > > After all this, we love returning to Oakland House - spacious, comfortable and very well equipped and with a lovely balcony - perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks overlooking the bay and castle. The owners were, as ever, very responsive and helpful to requests and queries about parking permits and offering discounts for some local businesses. All in all, another fabulous Mumbles holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Ian 10th October 2024

A lovely spacious establishment to relax in and also use as a base to explore from. It was a warm and comfortable stay for us

Reviewed by Julie 5th October 2024

I am disabled and was looking forward to watching television in the bedroom. There was no remote so couldnt turn tv on. Was very disappointed. The house itself with its many rooms was indeed beautiful and ideal for a large family.

Reviewed by Ann 22nd September 2024

We have just returned from spending a glorious week in Oakland House. It is ideally situated within minutes from the town, beaches and only a short distance from all that The Gower Peninsula has to offer. The house itself is fully equipped with absolutely everything you'd ever need on a holiday. It is filled with loads of interesting local art anRead mored is imaginatively and thoughtfully decorated throughout. Emma is a great host, is full of local information and all her recommendations were excellent. She is extremely approachable and super quick to answer any queries. We cannot recommend Oakland House and The Mumbles highly enough and look forward to returning. Hide

Reviewed by Victoria 12th August 2024

What can we say Em and Guy ...thank you for such an enjoyable week in your beautiful home by the sea. The house is in a great location to explore the cafes, restaurants, shops and views that Mumbles has to offer but without doubt our favourite has been discovering the stunning Gower peninsula coastline. Heading out from Mumbles on the coastal path Read morethe bays, beaches and coves keep coming. If you like walking, beaches and sea views, whilst also spotting the odd seal, this is the spot for you. Our highlights have been walking up from the house and picnicing on Langlands beach, a visit to the impressive Rhossili beach, unfortunately no time for the sunflower fields, lunch at Langlands Brasserie, pizzas from Pappi's eaten on the balcony taking in the view and lunch at Boo's Kitchen, the juices are amazing. Joe's ice cream is also a must. The 12th century castle made for an interesting visit with it's port cullis workings and gap to pour hot water on the invading enemy ! On our one wet day, the young adults headed into Cardiff for shopping and lunch. The house has accommodated our ranging age groups very well offering separate spaces for TV, games and relaxing. Essential with teenagers ! Thank you Oakland House, Mumbles, you definitely delivered. Hide

Reviewed by Kirsty 4th July 2024

During the last week of June we met my daughter and partner for a weeks holiday on the Gower. She had arranged for us all to stay at Oakland House and I was a little worried about what we would find when we arrived. As soon as we opened the door the house welcomed us by its warm decorative style and well equipped rooms. We couldnt believe how easy Read moreit was to manage, the facilities were all top class and we wanted for nothing. We were favoured with good sunny weather and could get out and about easily. I feel a lot fitter after walking to town and back up the hill but it is close to all the towns superb facilities, shops and restaurants. We felt if we had inclement weather, the house offered us space to do our thing in the three lounge spaces, full catering facility and chance to clean up if we had wet clothes. Would we recommend it to friends and family, maybe not, as if we do it will definitely be fully booked when we want to return. Seriously it is the best holiday accommodation you can find and the owners are very quick to respond to questions or offer great advice about the area. One of the best pieces of advice we appreciated was to try Mumbles Coffee and we ensured we brought some beans back with us to enjoy and remember the great holiday we had enjoyed thanks to Emma & Guy. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 23rd June 2024

Comfortable, warm well equipped cottage with a nice decked area well furnished with lovely views over Mumbles and the bay. Lots of space for children to get away from adults and have their own space. The cottage is a short walk down to the seafront, shops restaurants and bars - even if its slower coming back! We found Mumbles great, friendly and hoRead morespitable. Theres easy access to Swansea and lovely coastal walks a beautiful area. Hide

Reviewed by Jo 23rd May 2024

Great house in an excellent location, really handy for shops, restaurants, beaches, walks. Incredibly well-equipped with lots of gadgets in the kitchen. The terrace is lovely, a great place to sit in the sun with a sea view.

Reviewed by Sylvia 8th April 2024

Beautiful holiday house, everything you could wish for, great location near all beaches, restaurants, shops, just perfect! The house is so comfortable, spacious, and very well equipped with a real quality home from home feel. All the rooms are so nicely and thoughtfully decorated with some great views across the bay and the house is ideally situaRead moreted with easy access to Mumbles and the shops, galleries, restaurants and bars enabling us to really enjoy the lovely independent vibe that you get in the town. Its also a great spot for some scenic coastal walks and access to the Gower. Overall, ten out of ten, great house and great location, we certainly didnt want for anything, and we look forward to booking again Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 6th April 2024

We has a good holiday at this cottage. The house is lovingly furnished,with everything we needed. The balcony offered a nice view, and the proximity to the coast path and Mumbles is convenient for exploring.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 3rd February 2024

A really fantastic house with so much room and in a perfect location for the town, eateries, beaches etc. We were a party of six adults and the house was plenty big enough for all of us. The kitchen was brilliantly equipped for all manner of cooking and catering; better than home!! Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a comfortable and spaciousRead more house for a break. Hide

Reviewed by Tamara 13th November 2023

Reviewed by Rachel 12th November 2023

We stayed at Oakland house to celebrate my 49th Birthday. We had three generations at Oakland and the house and area had so much to offer for everyone. Firstly, the house is a home from home. Lots of lovely touches around the place and gorgeous arts and crafts around. Really comfortable sofas, lots of throws and blankets around if needed. PropRead moreerty was warm and cosy (went in November). You can see the sea from the balcony and from a few of the back rooms. All walking distance to shops, restaurants, cafes and beaches. We didnt drive at all while there. Best bit was that Em the host was so helpful. Gave me so much advice on where to go, where to eat, what not to miss while there. We wanted to stay for longer which is a good sign and we are all keen to go back as soon as we can. Lovely house in a lovely area with a lovely host! Thanks for a great stay! Hide

Reviewed by Tessa 3rd November 2023

Oakland House is a perfect home from home, whatever your reason for visiting South Wales. It is beautifully furnished and creatively decorated with loving care staying here feels like a real treat. Weve just spent a week in this Mumbles utopia, and we will definitely be back again (for our fourth visit, and many more in the future, hopefully). ThRead moreis gorgeous house is spacious and set out over four levels, so even with six guests, you can enjoy your own space, should you wish to. We have two adult children who join us with their partners, and it works perfectly. We can either socialise together in the gorgeous sitting room and dining room or spread out into the basement chill out area or the loft room both of which are equally comfortable. Theres even room to socialise in the well-equipped kitchen when cooking for everyone. During our recent stay, my husband and I did long walks with our dog (our favourite child!) most days, either locally or at the beautiful beaches of Oxwich or Rhossili, just a short drive away. This area is perfect for walkers, water sports enthusiasts and explorers, or if you just want to mooch around in a beautiful setting. I love to indulge my passion for the waves when we visit; theres even a downstairs shower for sandy swimmers, surfers or SUPpers and four-legged friends when they return from their coastal adventures. The independent shops and coffee bars of Mumbles are always a favourite of ours, as are the local independent restaurants (Verdis is our favourite, and Joes ice-cream is a must too). But if you want more choice and a city experience, Cardiff is only a drive or short train journey away and offers a whole host of activities as well as remarkable retail therapy, food and drink venues and other local attractions like stadium tours, Cardiff Castle, and boat trips around the bay! And of course, Mumbles is the gateway to the stunning Gower Coast, so if beautiful scenery and outdoor adventures are your thing, then you couldnt be in a better location than Oakland House. And when you return at the end of a busy (or relaxing!) day out, it is like coming home, but better! Im always sad leaving Oakland House because it is my happy place but planning my next visit always cheers me up Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 27th October 2023

We had a wonderful week at Oakland House. The owners were extremely helpful and welcoming before our arrival. I know Mumbles very well, and I think this is one of the best locations in the area, for easy access to shops, beaches and coastal walks. We did not need to move the car for the whole week. Would recommend to family and friends, and willRead more certainly book the house if we visit Mumbles again. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 16th September 2023

Reviewed by Andrea 13th August 2023

This property ticked every box and more . Its location was perfect and absolutely everything provided for .It certainly was a home from home We shall definitely return .

Reviewed by Chloe 4th August 2023

We have had another fantastic holiday at Oakland house. This was our fourth trip to Mumbles and we are still discovering more things to do with our two young children (4 and 6). We love the beaches - Langland and Caswell bay are v family friendly, 3 Cliffs Bay and Rhosilli are both huge and beautiful. Rhosilli also has some incredible sunflowers wiRead moreth a little trail for the children to follow around. The pub at Worms head above the beach has amazing views and good pub food. The Black pill lido was great for paddling on sunny days whilst the Wales national pool worked well on less sunny days! We also had a great day out at Margam park in Port Talbot - beautiful walks, a little farm, boating lake and playgrounds. The bracelet bay playground was a lucky find for us this year too with amazing views and The Lighthouse restaurant overlooking the bay. Mumbles itself always works well for us all. Great coffee and cakes at Boos, playgrounds in town and in Underhill park and even a special childrens hairdresser (Joshuas) where they do amazing things with glitter! Nearby Swansea provided good entertainment too with bowling and a massive soft play for rainy days. Oakland house is a very relaxing base for all of this. Its very spacious and well equipped and has been tastefully decorated with lots of paintings of local beaches and landmarks. Evening drinks on the balcony looking out at the sea and the castle is the perfect way to end the day. We recommend all of it and are already looking forward to going back! Hide

Reviewed by Clare 11th July 2023

Oakland House is a superb house set in a great location with easy walking distance to both the town and local beaches. The house is beautifully furnished throughout and set over four floors so plenty of space for everyone. From the moment we walked in it felt like a real home from home with welcome treats on the side and in the fridge! The owners wRead moreere great at communicating, checking that we had arrived safely as-well as offering loads of suggestions for beaches, shops and restaurants to visit. The house had everything we needed and a lovely deck with views over the bay to enjoy a drink on in the evening. Even the dog was catered for with blankets, towels and dog treats. We would thoroughly recommend Oakland House and look forward to returning to the property for another holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 30th June 2023

You have a truly beautiful home. It's not just a holiday let, it's a home and one that provides everything you could ever need when you are on holiday! We really enjoyed our stay, so much so we really didnt want to leave.

Reviewed by Serena 2nd June 2023

We just wanted to say a huge thank you for a really wonderful week at Oakland House, you have made it feel homely and welcoming as well as stylish. There is plenty of space for the children to play along with the outdoor terrace and its stunning views and sunshine! The location has been ideal being able to easily walk into Mumbles which has everythRead moreing and a very strong community of local shops, or across to Langland Bay from Overland Road, no need to worry about parking at the beach! The children have been able to wheel their bikes down to the promenade having a lovely daily bike ride and a Joes ice cream or stop off at Verdis. I have run every morning round the cliffs ending up with a dip in the sea to cool down and my husband has been cycling around the Gower. Oakland House has ticked every box and we all LOVE it here, we will definitely be returning! We didnt get a parking permit for the week but it has been surprisingly ok, however probably more challenging on a weekend or mid summer and would definitely be useful. Thank you so much for your welcome and accessibility as owners, we didnt bring our dog this time but will next time, she would love it here! Hide

Reviewed by Kate 24th May 2023

We had a wonderful stay at Oakland House, a beautiful bolthole situated perfectly in the middle of the Mumbles with easy access to the lovely independent shops of Newton Road, the sweeping views of Swansea Bay and the must-visits of Joes, Verdi's and the Mumbles Pier, just be prepared for the hills! You can tell from the carefully considered decorRead more and local art that the Owners take immense pride in Oakland House, both for themselves and their guests. There's everything you could want and need for a week's (or longer) stay, every pot, pan and utensil to cook up a storm in the stunning kitchen. The deck was a particularly favourite spot with glorious views of Oystermouth Castle and the Bay. We were a multi-generational group and there was plenty of room for us to enjoy time together and have space to relax and there were dog-friendly touches a-plenty. The bedrooms are well sized, with a lovely family bathroom. We spent most of our time in the living/dining room which is a brilliant social space, with all the streaming options you could need to unwind. Parking can be tricky, there are a mix of permitted and non-permit spaces on the road. We managed to find spaces for our two cars but I would recommend applying for a visitors permit from the council if you are staying for the week. (Make sure you do this well in advance and have it sent to your home address). Em & Guy have got to be up there with the most sincere, generous and welcoming hosts. We had a couple of queries on arrival which were sorted within hours, nothing was too much trouble. Communication wise, I could not fault them and I would not hesitate to recommend them and their beautiful home for anyone looking to enjoy the sights and delights that the Mumbles has to offer. We cannot wait to return soon. Hide

Reviewed by Kate 15th May 2023

Reviewed by Anonymous 14th April 2023

Oakland House is a wonderful, warm, welcoming home from home. We have just returned from our second visit and have already booked our third. It is my happy place. I cant imagine staying anywhere else in fact, I wish I lived there! So, what makes it so special? Mumbles is one of my favourite destinations, but Oakland House makes it a particularlyRead more memorable experience. Spread over four floors, from the light and bright chill-out loft space at the top, to the cool man cave in the basement, it is an ideal (and incredibly special) holiday home for families and friends. There are various cosy living spaces with comfortable sofas, pretty bedrooms and well-equipped kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities. I love many things about Oakland House too many to list here. Last time we stayed there, I took almost 100 photos of the carefully chosen local artworks, and specially selected home dcor pieces; they are so lovely to look at and remind me of happy holiday memories (as well as giving me inspiration for my own house). The owners have a phenomenal eye for creative detail and have lovingly created this unique gem which stands out from other luxury holiday accommodation: the big bumblebee door knocker, the thick ebony sheepskin throw on the dining table bench, and the decorative flowers and plants make every stay an aesthetically pleasing experience, to name but a few. Whenever we visit, I wander through the house taking pleasure in all the tiny details that I had forgotten about, or that have been updated since our last trip. On arrival there is always a generous bowl of provisions to offer sustenance at the end of our journey to my favourite destination; this time we were met with Welsh cakes, Gower honey, sourdough bread, and there was milk, Welsh butter and a bottle of Prosecco in the fridge, as well as teabags in the cupboard. There is also a coffee machine, and even special dog treats (two kinds) for our canine companion, Leo the cockapoo. (He adores Oaklands House too, especially the deck area where there are different Welsh sniffs, sights and sounds from those hes used to). The wooden deck also has wonderful seating, a barbeque, and impressive olive trees which withstand the Mumbles breeze. It is ideal for that first morning cup of tea or coffee. I love to get up early and sit out there when nobody else is awake just the amazing views of the bay and the fabulous sound of woodpeckers from the woods at the top of Oakland Road. What a perfect way to start the day. The location of Oakland House in the heart of Mumbles village is ideal a drive, bus ride, cycle, run or walk from Swansea. You are close to excellent cafes, bars, and restaurants. My favourites for refreshments are: Microlot Mumbles coffee, Verdis (the best pizzas and pasta in town), and of course, Joes ice-cream parlour which is famous throughout Wales and beyond. There are many gorgeous shops too Oyster Gallery for art, homeware and gifts, and the local branch of Fat Face is the best I have come across. There are plenty of other boutiques full of treasures whether you are browsing, looking for gifts, or treating yourself. And the charity shops on Newton Road have some good books and jigsaw puzzles for rainy days. There are plenty of other boutiques full of treasures whether you are browsing, looking for gifts of treating yourself. Mumbles is also the gateway to the stunning Gower coast which offers all manner of walks, water sports and Welsh beauty spots to explore. And even if its raining there is much to keep you occupied with the selection of books, magazines and games provided in this creative and comfortable haven made special with luxurious and special homely touches. I should also mention that the owners are kind and caring too messaging to check that all is well on arrival and offering excellent suggestions for your stay. I cant wait to return. Hide

Reviewed by David 27th March 2023

Reviewed by David 26th March 2023

Weather better than forecast for the whole week. We had some great walks and good meals aswell. As house renters for over a decade, we were delighted with your house, everything we needed!

Reviewed by Elaine 28th February 2023

We've had a fantastic few days. So lucky with the weather too. I definitely hope to be back to stay in your lovely home which had everything we needed. Many thanks

Reviewed by Grace 28th December 2022

We are a family of 5 travelling from Australia and spent 6 very enjoyable days over Christmas at Oakland Hse. From the moment we opened the front door we knew we had chosen the perfect house. It had everything we needed aswell as being so comfortable and cosy, and beautifully decorated. The owners have incredible taste. Our host was an amazing comRead moremunicator and nothing was ever too much trouble. The location is ideal with everything within easy walking distance. There are some beautiful coastal walks and park close by, which we loved. We would highly recommend this house and can't wait to return on our next visit to Wales. Hide

Reviewed by Grace 27th December 2022

We absolutely loved Oakland House and would be very keen to stay when we are back again. It was the perfect space and location at Christmas time so I can imagine it's amazing in the summer

Reviewed by Rebecca 16th December 2022

We have stayed here for a week, the stayed again for a whole month. Amazing house and such lovely people. Just the little touches go a long way. We wish we could have stayed for the foreseeable as it's so nice.