This beautifully converted old school house offers a luxurious retreat in the heart of Carmarthenshire. Thoughtfully restored to blend its historic charm with modern comforts, this unique getaway provides the perfect base for exploring all that the region has to offer.
Property Highlights:
* Beautiful rural setting convenient to explore Carmarthenshire, the Gower and Pembrokeshire
* Pet Friendly - 1 small or medium size well-behaved dog accepted - a crate will be required for sleeping, and provided upon request. 2 small dogs will be considered upon prior request
* Coastal paths within 20 mins drive
* Close to Carmarthen and Botanical Gardens
* Large hot tub seating 8 guests
* 4 Bathrooms and WC
* Log Burner
* EV Charger - charges apply
* Various guest experiences can be added including Whisky Tasting, Welsh Cake Baking Session, Guided Local walks - please enquire
* Ideal for family gatherings or friends getting together - unfortunately this property does not accept Stag and Hen do's
The space
This beautifully renovated luxury conversion of a 200-year-old stone barn seamlessly blends classic charm with modern amenities, featuring exposed stonework and beams.
The open-plan kitchen, complete with an island, serves as an ideal entertaining space, featuring a dining area, and bifolding doors leading to your very own hot tub retreat! Whip up culinary masterpieces with not one but two ovens, microwave, a warming tray for those fancy dinners, a wine cooler to keep the bubbly chilled, and a full-size fridge and separate full-size freezer, plus a dishwasher and a Quooker tap for instant hot water magic! The large refectory style table with comfortable seating is the perfect place to sit and enjoy time with the family over a lovely meal, or playing the board games available.
If you fancy relaxing with a good book, snuggle up on the oversize armchair overlooking the patio and hot tub, or make holiday memories with photo opportunities with the cap and gown prop. This property is truly a very special place.
Feel cosy with underfloor heating flowing throughout the whole property. Movie night? We have this covered! Grab the popcorn and sink into the plush sofa in your cinema room while watching your favourites on the fabulous 83-inch Smart TV.
The ground floor also hosts a downstairs WC, a study space (in case a guest needs to work during your stay), and a super king bedroom, accompanied by a modern wet room, designed for enhanced accessibility, making it an ideal sanctuary for the family's older members.
The upper level comprises three additional bedrooms: two kings with beautiful en-suite shower rooms, and one twin. There is a beautifully designed bathroom including a freestanding bath for added luxury.
Outside, the property boasts a charming, large, wrap around, enclosed terrace with outdoor seating area, a small lawned area, with firepit and grill above. There is secure off-street parking for 3-4 vehicles, and an electric vehicle charger. This exceptional property also features a relaxing seating area and a hot tub that accommodates up to eight guests.
It is the perfect extended family escape, or group get together for eight adults (with space for a cot and an additional smaller guest on request).
The Local Area
This property is conveniently located just a few minutes off the A48 in Carmarthenshire, which is so accessible from the M4, and a fantastic base to the rest of West Wales. Its set in a beautiful rural setting, yet a short drive to many great amenities, with the small village of Llanddarog, just 1 mile away with a shop, Post Office and two village pubs, The Butchers Arms and The White Hart. Also located within a mile is the award-winning restaurant, listed in the Michelin guide, Y Polyn. In addition, The National Botanic Gardens of Wales, also housing a Bird of Prey Centre, is within walking distance (1.5 miles) and well worth a visit.
All parts of West Wales are accessible from The Old School House, the amazing beaches and country park at Cefn Sidan (Pembrey); the hidden gem that is Llansteffan Castle and beach; Pendine Sands; 7 miles of sandy beach used in 1924 to set a world land speed record; Tenby, an ancient walled town and adjacent island of Caldey; the smallest city in the UK, St. Davids, with its mighty cathedral; the beautiful market town of Llandeilo with its stunning surrounding landscape including Dinefwr Park and Castle, and of course the Brecon Beacons.
The ancient town of Carmarthen, birthplace of Merlin and the oldest town in Wales, lying on the River Towy is just 7 miles away, and has many local independent shops, bars, restaurants, and an indoor market. The town has a Roman Amphitheatre, castle, and a museum in the old Bishop's Palace.
For the younger guests there is also Folly Farm, the Dinosaur Park in St Florence, Heatherton, Anna's Welsh Zoo to name a few. As well as many indoor play centres, a climbing wall, Velodrome, cinema, and Bowling Alley can also be found in Carmarthen.
Guest access
The guests have sole access to the house and garden
Other things to note
- Pet Friendly - 1 small or medium size well-behaved dog accepted - a crate will be required for sleeping, and provided upon request. 2 small dogs will be considered upon prior request
- Travel Cot and Highchair available
- This property is strictly no smoking inside and outside in the main hot tub area, and there will be a designated smoking area outside
- The usage of the EV charger will be recorded and payable at the end of your stay - charges will vary depending on energy prices but will be less than public charging stations
-Our reviews are based on previous guests experiences
