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6 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets: Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
14 Customer Reviews
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"We've spent five nights in this cottage and it definitely wasn't enough."
As a family, that has travelled a lot around Europe, this is by far the best accommodation we've stayed in so far. The cottage is recently renovated, is spotless and is equipped with everything a family might need and much more. Add to that, that it's by foot to the Paxton Tower (ideal for an evening walk) and that it's close to the main highway, however still absolutely quiet, since it's a part of a large private land. Right above the cottage is a beautiful lake with an island in the middle, also equipped with paddle boards and a rowing boat, which is something that our kids absolutely loved. There's also a zip-line in the forest, another amazing thing our kids couldn't get enough of. However that doesn't mean this accommodation is something only for families with kids, it's ideal for all types of people. The owners Jemma and Sarn are exactly the kind of people we would love as our neighbours. They live in their own house, on the property, approximately 100 meters from the cottage and are very friendly, helpful and talkative. They gave us a lot of tips for the surroundings and even for our already planned trips. They have two very nice dogs - Jet and Maple, whom our youngest still misses. Overall, as we mentioned, this was by far our most favourite accommodation we've stayed in and we would be absolutely thrilled to return sometime, ideally for even more than just five nights.
We really appreciate your feedback and comments and are so pleased you enjoyed Clearbrook so much. Thank you. Property Owner
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"An excellent property in all respects, with walks around the property and the opportunity to use the boat on the lake, although we didnt use this ."
The owners were very helpful with local info and directions to local attractions. Will certainly rebook for another visit.
Thanks very much for taking the time to feed back about your stay. Delighted you want to revisit. Property Owner
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"Beautifully appointed cottage with access to a private wood and lake."
Gemma and Sam are wonderful hosts offering lots of information on local amenities and history of the site. The cottage is situated a few minutes from the main road but there is no road noise. The grandchildren were very sad to leave after enjoying paddleboarding and rowing on the lake along with the zipwire in the forest. There are plenty of shops within a few minutes but once at the cottage it felt like we were in the middle of nowhere. A wonderful relaxing holiday.
Thanks so much for this! We loved having you and it was great to see the children having so much on the lake. Property Owner
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"Lovely location, nice owners, friendly Labradors, comfortable accommodation."
Great to be able to walk out of the door straight into private fields and woodland. Booked again for September!
Thanks very much for this helpful feedback. Property Owner
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"Had a fantastic few days in Meadow Cottage."
Everything was exactly as described and surpassed our expectations. The owners are so friendly and welcoming. The perfect family get away! Can't wait to come back! Thanks Sarn, Jem and the gang!
Thanks so much for your kind feedback. We loved having you and would love to see you all again. I hear the children made the most of the place which is great! Thank for for coming. Property Owner
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"Exceeded our expectations, the property felt comfortably spacious and the lake and woodland areas were a wonderful bonus"
Lorraine, many thanks for your kind feedback. Sorry we only saw you fleetingly but we hope the run all went well. Jemma Property Owner
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"The cottage, location, the owners even the weather made this holiday perfect."
The owners Gemma and Sarn were so helpful and pleasant, more like old friends (and the two dogs Jet and Maple were lovely as well). Really can not find fault with anything and will definitely be booking again.
Thanks so much for your very kind feedback! We look forward to welcoming you again in mid September. Jemma Property Owner
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"Owners very helpful."
Brilliant location. Cottage very clean, could do with some storage space for food in kitchen. Beautiful master bedroom but other bedrooms could do with some storage to put clothes in. Loved the lake and the zip line.
Many thanks for the feedback. We have just bought some storage units for the bedrooms - we appreciate the tip. Thanks Property Owner
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"The cottage was lovely, the owners were incredibly friendly and helpful."
Lovely quiet position perfect for what I wanted. If I'm back in the area would book again.
Thanks very much for this feedback. Property Owner
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"We couldn't have been happier with our stay at Meadow Cottage."
There was plenty of space for 4 adults, 2 children & 2 dogs and the cottage offered everything we needed. The location was perfect for our stay and has good links to main roads whilst still maintaining a quiet countryside calm. Jemma & Sarn were the perfect hosts and were friendly and available for any queries we had on local attractions etc. The secure gardens and lake were perfect for the dogs and children and we all enjoyed a row around the island on the boat! Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.
Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! See you again in June. Property Owner
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"Amazing property, quiet & cosy, perfect for a Christmas getaway."
The hosts were welcoming and easy to talk to. The grounds had a good balance of well kept and wild forestry. Would definitely recommend it if your dogs/kids like to get muddy and the zipwire was a nice bonus.
Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! We hope to maybe welcomr you again soon. Property Owner
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"Perfect holiday in perfect conditions."
The cottage was addictively comfortable. The hosts could not be possible more assistive. The area is extraordinary. Whatever direction we picked for exploration, there was something interesting to visit and see, not to mention the National Botanic Garden just 5 minutes away. Staying in the farm was also nice, swimming, rowing a boat or paddling the stand-up board on a private lake just to mention few activities. Thank you so much!
Thanks very much for this helpful feedback. Property Owner
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"What an amazing find!"
Everything was just perfect from the lovely friendly warm greeting and thoughtful gifts of a bottle of cold Prosecco in the fridge plus the owners own estate honey and welsh cakes waiting for us on arrival to the super-comfy four-poster bed, ensuring the best nights sleep away from home we can ever remember. Beautifully and thoughtfully furnished and decorated cottage to a very high standard with everything in pristine condition plus fresh flower decorations and scented reed diffusers strategically placed which filled the air with wonderful smells on arrival. Such a beautiful well kept estate and grounds inside a secure entrance, and just metres from a large tranquil lake with only the sounds of birds breaking the silence allowed us to instantly relax into our new surroundings. Nothing was too much trouble which helped to ensure we enjoyed one of the most memorable weeks away ever. Every possible need was catered for down to the logs for the wood burner which allowed us to enjoy cosy evenings together plus even brand new wellies to ensure we could roam the grounds in all weather conditions. A complete and comprehensive welcome pack together with local information and every possible service contact number you could think of plus a wide range of leaflets providing information on local sites and places to visit together with magazines and books to interest everyone were thoughtfully laid out strategically to greet us in the dining room, and gave us total confidence that the owners knew exactly what matters to everyone on vacation or looking for a home from home. All possible needs were catered for with two fridge freezers (one became our not so mini bar!) a washing machine and heated clothes airer, and a well equipped kitchen. The private garden area with al-fresco dining area and barbecue unfortunately couldn't be put to the test as the weather was not the best but it didn't stop us having a truly wonderful week away and visiting relatives in the area. We are all very much looking forward to returning as soon as we can, and know that anyone else enjoying a break here will also be eager to return too; we just hope (very selfishly) it doesn't prove so popular that availability becomes difficult to impossible as we suspect may well be the case. Thank you so very very much Jemma and Sarn, and please say hello to Jet and Maple for us :-)
Thanks very much for this super feedback. Property Owner
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"As I went through the gates and up the long drive, I relaxed."
A totally peaceful , hidden gem tucked away in nature. Cottage is right next to the lake and loads of birdlife.Cottage has lovely features from 4 poster bed to all mod. cons. Great for dogs with safely enclosed back garden and fenced farm ideal for walks.My favourite was around the lake, down through the ancient woods, crossing the sturdy wooden bridges.Loved rowing on the lake and wild swimming.I plan to rent both cottages and bring my family next time as back gardens adjoin with gate.Bought extra Clearbrook honey made here, delicious and a pleasant holiday momento of a special place.
Thanks very much for this really detailed feedback. Property Owner
Summary
- This property is one of two adjoining cottages, each sleeping 6, and can be booked together with Ref 1162282 Clearbrook Lodge, with both cottages sleeping up to 12 guests, with adjacent gardens that can be joined
- Three bedrooms: 1 x double four poster with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC; 1 x double; 1 x twin
- Family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC, heated towel rail
- Kitchen/dining room
- Sitting room with woodburning stove
- 1 acre lake with central island (with seating for picnics), rowing boat, paddle board, jetty with steps for wild swimming etc
- Lake directly behind cottages up gentle slope
- 55 acres of grounds, meadows, pasture, ponds, woodland (bridges, streams, zip wire) for walks, signposted
- The estate is very secure, private gated access, fully enclosed boundary
- Eco friendly - air and water source heat pumps in cottages and solar panels
- The cottages enjoy a spring fed, private water source
- Locally sourced toiletries from Welsh Lavender Farmers, grown on a small Welsh hill farm not far away, inspired by the labour of Welsh hill farmers and only for special guests, including those staying at the Savoy Hotel
- Clearbrook estate’s honey for you on arrival - the apiary produces and sells honey locally
- Electric oven, induction hob, double fridge freezers for extra fridge space, washing machine, microwave, Smart TV, WiFi, Alexa, Radio
- Coffee machine, some pods provided (Nespresso Vertuo) more available to buy + cafetiere
- Wood and starter pack for woodburning stove included
- Bed linen and towels included
- Enclosed rear garden with patio furniture and barbecue
- Two well-behaved pets welcome
- Off-road parking for 6 cars
- Travel cot, highchair, stairgate
- The River Tywi, c 1m away, is internationally famed for its salmon, sea trout (sewin) and brown trout fly fishing; Guides and lessons can be arranged
- Shop and PO, 3 pubs, delicatessen and café all 1.5 miles
- 2 horse riding sand schools and 3 stables with power and water
- Sorry, no smoking
- Note: Due to Clearbrook being a working estate, dogs must be supervised at all times, kept on a lead outside enclosed gardens and when walking around the estate (sheep in fields and deer in woods) and any mess put in dog waste bins provided; Please close estate gates if walking through them
- Note: Property is baby friendly.
The property
Llanarthney 1.4 miles.
Meadow Cottage is one of two Grade II listed Georgian stone cottages, serenely located in stunning Carmarthenshire countryside (alongside Clearbrook Lodge, also available), on a small, secure and very private country estate; Full of character and built in c 1831 along with Clearbrook Hall, Meadow Cottage enjoys an elevated position with private enclosed garden, set in beautifully landscaped grounds, paddocks, and managed woodland (with zipwire) and a lake directly behind; The cottage, hidden away on this small private country estate on the outskirts of Llanarthney is mentioned in the Pevsner Architectural Guide for Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion and was the former coachman's cottage for Clearbrook Hall.
It offers an ideal retreat for families and friends seeking a relaxing escape; Within the working private estate, which has gates and is fully enclosed are 55 acres of grounds, wildflower meadows and ancient woodland; The estate has an acre lake with an island in its midst, ponds, an apiary, flock of sheep and friendly dogs; After a day spent wandering around the estate, past sheep, bee hives and over wooden bridges spanning winding streams, why not go for a wild swim in the lake or paddle board around the island in its centre; As the sun fades, enjoy a barbeque under the open skies with the sound of birdsong and nature, before moving inside and gathering around a cosy woodburning stove.
Sustainability is at the heart of Clearbrook, with spring-fed water, solar power, and lake-sourced heating ensuring your stay treads lightly on the land.
With a woodburning stove, calming countryside setting, and welcoming up to two well-behaved pets, this delightful abode welcomes families and groups of friends, idyllic for a rural retreat; Step inside and be charmed by the kitchen/dining room, fully equipped for you to prepare and enjoy meals; Here, you can gather around the dining table and enjoy home-cooked meals, sharing stories of your day's adventures.
Adjacent is the sitting room, with an oak floor and large mantlepiece, woodburning stove, and large French doors where the original coaches would enter; It offers a light and warm retreat where you can unwind in front of the Smart TV (Netflix, Amazon, etc.) whilst being warmed by the glow of the fire.
When it's time to retire for the evening, choose from three well-presented bedrooms; The large four-poster double bedroom boasts an en-suite with a walk-in shower, offering a private sanctuary for relaxation and the use of Farmers' Welsh lavender wash; The double and twin bedrooms are equally inviting, providing pleasant accommodation for the rest of the party and side and overhead windows to give extra light.
Outside, the enclosed rear garden is a haven for outdoor living with teak pergola and patio furniture, and a barbecue; Here, you can enjoy dining on the patio, use the barbecue on warm summer evenings, or relax with a good book.
Immerse yourself in the diverse beauty of the area, with unspoilt villages, castles, beaches (Coast Path 20 mins drive) as well as 2 of Wales 3 National Parks (Pembrokeshire and Brecon Beacons/Bannau Brycheiniog), and Gower, an Area of Outstanding National Beauty, all within 40 mins drive; The National Botanic Garden of Wales is right next door to Clearbrook, with its regency landscape and features, walks, lakes and waterfall, Norman Foster designed enormous Eden Project type glass and tropical house, double walled garden, array of stunning plants, regular events, dog friendly days, café, restaurant and garden centre.
Note: This property is one of two adjoining cottages, each sleeping 6, and can be booked together with Ref 1162282 Clearbrook Lodge, with both cottages sleeping up to 12 guests, with adjacent gardens that can be joined.
General information.
The rural village of Llanarthney is one of Carmarthenshire's best kept secrets, with ancient castle ruins, country walks, an outstanding delicatessen and cafe, village pub and medieval church; The river Gwynon runs through it, whilst the Black Mountain Range, Brecon Beacons and River Tywi encircle it; Above the village is Paxton's Tower, a 19th-century cottage owned by the Landmark Trust, from where you can see Dryslwyn Castle, Dinefwr Castle, Dinefwr Park (National Trust) in nearby Llandeilo; Llandeilo itself is famous for its row of colourful houses overlooking the bridge over the river Tywi, independent shops, galleries, cafes, and nearby several medieval castles.
Nearby, Laugharne is a sleepy estuary village made popular by Dylan Thomas, former resident of the Boathouse (now a cafe and museum), whilst Llansteffan Beach, castle and coastal path is 20 mins drive.
Carmarthen is the oldest town in Wales, also on the Tywi and is larger, with a cinema, leisure centre, and shops such as Next and Marks and Spencer.
Gower, Pembrokeshire and the Brecon Beacons National Parks are only 35-45 mins drive away.
Explore the stunning Bannau Brycheiniog National Park in the Brecon Beacons, where magnificent landscapes and scenic walking trails await or journey to Carreg Cennen Castle for a taste of history and breathtaking views from its dramatic hilltop location; For a unique wildlife experience, don't miss the opportunity to visit The Red Kite Feeding Station and witness these majestic birds swooping and soaring in the skies above; Round off your day with a perfect fine dining experience at the celebrated Y Polyn fine dining restaurant, only 5 mins drive away, before returning to the tranquillity of Clearbrook, where your escape to the idyllic Welsh countryside awaits; Clearbrook has an interesting historical background and was built in c 1831 by the Abadam family, owners of the 'Middleton Hall Estate' purchased from Sir William Paxton in 1824 (now the National Botanic Garden of Wales); Formerly known as Clearbrook Cottage; King Charles II later provided an Abadam Crest, to be found above the front door of the main house.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.
Where you’ll be staying
LLANARTHNEY
- Llandeilo 7 miles
- Carmarthen 8 miles
Llanarthney is a small village on the B4300, and is home to a lovely pub serving food, an artisan café with delicatessen and The National Botanical Garden of Wales. The garden features Europe’s largest single-span glasshouse containing tropical plants from all over the world. As well as this wonderful garden, there is much to see and do in the surrounding areas including the Gwili Steam Railway, Aberglasney House and Gardens, the National Trust attractions of Dinefwr Castle and Country Park, Dolaucothi Gold Mines and Paxton’s Tower. The scenic Brecon Beacons, the Carmarthenshire coastline, Pembrokeshire Coast Path and the sandy beaches of the Gower Peninsula are all nearby.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas