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Ideal location for families who like sandy beaches and dramatic coastal scenery

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Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gower, WLS
  • Port Eynon Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Oxwich Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Three Cliffs Bay Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ideal location for families who like sandy beaches and dramatic coastal scenery

West Winds overlooks the sea in a spectacular position at the southernmost end of the Slade Valley on the Gower Pensinsula. The house is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and is surrounded by National Trust landscapes of Special Scientific Interest (SSI). The location is ideal for families who want peace and dramatic coastal scenery; as well as those who enjoy walking and hiking, fishing, canoeing, swimming, surfing and bird-watching. West Winds sleeps 8 (with 2 extra sofa beds for occasional use) and has recently been renovated throughout in a modern minimalist style with ceramic and wooden floors. The house faces over the Bristol Channel and Atlantic Ocean within over an acre of land. The garden is mainly lawn and has some steep slopes and limestone rock faces. The large sliding windows from the living room have a stunning sea view, and open onto a patio and front lawn, that are ideal for al fresco eating and sunbathing. There is ample car parking space. From West Winds a rough footpath leads a few hundred yards down to “The Sands”, with a short scramble over the rocks to the beach at Slade. You can fish for bass as well as find crabs and lobsters in the rock pools. Because of the Gulf Stream the sea is usually warm enough for swimming from June to September, and with the right conditions surfing can be good. Further afield there is a beautiful coastal path that goes eastwards around the cliffs of Oxwich Point to Oxwich village (4 miles), and westwards across to Horton and Port Eynon Bay (2 miles). West Winds sleeps 8 people.....although there are also sofa beds upstairs and downstairs for occasional use. Downstairs there is the large living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms (2 double & 1 twin), a modern bathroom and two showers. Upstairs there is a self-contained flat with a double bed, sofa bed, TV, small kitchen and bathroom. This flat is reachable by secure external steps with a handrail at the back of the house. Kitchen facilities: The newly fitted downstairs kitchen has an electric oven, hob and grill, kettle and toaster, dishwasher, microwave and fridge-freezer. Upstairs there is a small kitchen with a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is oil-fired central heating throughout the property. There is a telephone line downstairs and high specification Super Fast Fibre Broadband. Mobile phone reception can be patchy, with Orange offering the best coverage. The Hwam Monet wood-burning stove can only be used with logs (not coal), and we supply kindling and a bag of logs. Clean well-behaved dogs are welcome but smoking is not permitted inside the house.
Please note that behind West Winds there is a small cottage with its own drive and garden. The cottage is available for separate rental by contacting the owners.
N.B. Towels for the bathroom and beach are not supplied.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Swansea

Located in Swansea, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Oxwich Castle and Penrice Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Clyne Gardens and Blackpill Lido. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Perriswood Archery & Falconry Centre or St Helens Rugby and Cricket Ground. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Gower, WLS

What's nearby

  • Port Eynon Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oxwich Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Penrice Castle - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Three Cliffs Bay Beach - 18 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Rhossili Beach - 23 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Swansea (WSS-Swansea Train Station) - 26 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Arthur Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Gower Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The King's Head - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The View - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal location for families who like sandy beaches and dramatic coastal scenery pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Ideal location for families who like sandy beaches and dramatic coastal scenery?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal location for families who like sandy beaches and dramatic coastal scenery?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal location for families who like sandy beaches and dramatic coastal scenery located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Oxwich Castle, Slade Bay and Port Eynon Beach. Oxwich Bay Beach and Penrice Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by GILLIAN HANSEL

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West Winds has been in our family for 2 generations, it is a much loved home and a great location for the perfect seaside holiday

Why they chose this property

We bought West Winds from my parents in 2004 after spending many long and happy family holidays there. Since then we have completely renovated it, especially by putting in large sliding glass doors to maximise the stunning sea views.

What makes this property unique

Gower Peninsula, Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, stunning sea views, access to beach at "the Sands", great coastal walks, and stunning location.

Languages:

English, German

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests