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"In short, a stunning cottage, brilliant location, right on the beach."
Nice garden, I'd say semi-secure for those with dogs. Absolutely recommend, lovely place!
For those wanting more detail:
*For reactive dog owners* If you have an escape artist I'd probably just take a long line for night time toileting as fencing could be jumped. I only mention the next part because it's something that I have to carefully assess and not many people mention in reviews. If you have a reactive dog/s then this place would not be ideal in peak season. I imagine it would be very very busy. We went in November and lucked out with the weather. The beach was quiet so we could get out with the dogs easily and rarely encounter many other dogs. My dog gets too excited on lead and had everywhere been full (holiday cottages, YHA and massive campsite behind) I imagine it would of been a nightmare for us as he barks at everything he wants to say hello to, hence the low season holiday. There are amazing walks nearby, some more challenging than others. Also, Rhossili beach is about 25 minutes away by car, it's worth a trip and is dog friendly.
The house was modern throughout, recently painted and well maintained. For the log burner, I'd take wood with you as the petrol station was quite expensive and the wood was damp and difficult to light. The smart central heating was a little confusing so we were glad of the fire. We finally figured out how to use it after googling it. Kitchen had all the utensils, could have done with a cupboard for storing food though as all had something in them. Take sponges, washing up liquid/tablets, bin bags, washing powder and toilet rolls. Personally I think these should all be in minimal supply for the price paid and not everything was available.
The internet was better than we thought it would be. Definitely can not rely on it for work though. Smart TV streaming services could be glitchy but we were out on the beach a lot so weren't fussed. Vodafone had 0 network at all so if phonecalls are a must it was WhatsApp via the WiFi. Sykes tried to contact me and left a message that I didn't get unti 3 days later. Perhaps email contact from Sykes would be better?
Getting to the cottage in the dark was okay but definitely don't forget the head torch. Not a place for those with mobility issues in my opinion.
Directions on the site made sense only if you could see clearly. We arrived in the pitch black and luckily had looked on Google satalite view earlier so I knew which track I needed to drive down. I'd say follow signs for the youth hostel (YHA signs on lamposts) just to the left of the campsite entrance down a bumpy track. When you get to the gate with the padlock drive straight over the grass in front of you and park when you can't go any further due to bushes and unload here. Through a hidden opening in the bushes you go on foot down some steep steps. At the bottom of the steps turn left and follow the path around to the front of the building (you'll see beach access to the left, you'll follow path around to the right though). Follow path along the front of YHA and go through small gate with 'private' on it. Ours was the second to last cottage. Parking permit was on the table and the parking a shortish distance from the cottage back along the bumpy track.
Reviewed by Emma4.4★Nov 2023
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"What a fantastic little cottage."
Renovated to a very high degree. Towels and bedding first class.
To be able to lay in bed and see the sea was a dream come true for me.
The dogs loved the beach, but didn’t venture into the sea. Would recommend this cottage for anyone who wanted a peaceful break.
Reviewed by Jenny4.4★Oct 2023
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"I have never stayed in such a beautiful location and our first time in a cottage."
To be that close to the sea was magical. The earliest we could book was October but we were so lucky with the weather although the lovely log fire was at the cottage had we needed it.
Our dogs loved the beach and the back garden of the cottage was lovely and secure for them. The cottage was so adorable and had everything you could need, I cannot recommend staying here highly enough but hope it doesn't get so booked up there is no availability for us to visit again!! The Ship Inn and Smugglers Bar are both incredible. Thank you Sykes Cottages what an absolute gem!!! Vanessa Bayley, North Cerney, Gloucestershire.
Reviewed by John5.0★Oct 2023
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"The place is fantastic."
The only drawback is the car has to be parked quite a way from the house. The only other thing was the bed was quite small. But it was very comfortable.
Other than that, we had a wonderful time and loved the cottage and have recommended it to others.
Reviewed by Samantha4.7★Sep 2023
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"We had an absolutely lovely and relaxing stay, and would stay again in the future!"
Nothing beats the location or the scenery. There are walks to be had in every direction. We were so happy the cottage accommodates dogs, as it was perfect for our swimming Labs. The neighbours were friendly and helpful. The neighbouring guests were delightful. It is a little tricky getting to the cottage at first but once you've navigated it, it's fine and the arrangement works. Do note there are a few steep steps on route, with an alternate path for those less amble. The cottage was well stocked. If I were going to nit-pick I would say it would have been nice to have a bin liner and a bath matt in the bathroom. We really couldn't have wanted for anything else. Do give the pizza oven a try. We loved it! We cleaned it all out and had fantastic pizza and BBQ and it was a fun experience with views of the bay and the Super Blood & Blue Moon! Wish I could send photos of the pizzas.
Reviewed by Cory5.0★Aug 2023
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"Don’t hesitate!"
Amazing location and cozy cottage - everything you need available. Thank you
Reviewed by Sarah4.7★Aug 2023
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"The cottage is lovely but the location is outstanding, not much beats it."
Will be back!
Reviewed by Steph4.4★Jun 2023
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"What a find……the position of this cottage right on the beach is fantastic…."
.really wonderful and we will be back to enjoy it again.
Only downside was the cleaning, which was not very good and let’s the owners down and something they may wish to address, (happy to discuss further if they wish), then everything would be just perfect.
Reviewed by Lynn4.4★Jun 2023
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"Everything fine apart from finding when we arrived that coffee cafetière was cracked and tv controls battery didn’t work."
Cottage in a great spot!
Reviewed by Ian4.1★May 2023
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"Lovely location."
We enjoyed it.
Reviewed by Birgit5.0★May 2023
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"The photographs don't do it justice."
This is an amazing place to stay
Reviewed by Michael5.0★May 2023
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"Great place to chill out and walk the beach , don’t think twice just book it we will be back"
Reviewed by Terry5.0★Apr 2023
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"Superb in every respect."
...stunning view and a secret best no shared ;0)
Reviewed by Jamie5.0★Apr 2023
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"Nice property with good amenities (in addition to items listed there was ironing equipment, hair dryer)."
It arriving after dusk can be tricky to locate. Both Googlemaps and Waze pointed to different location. Directions on website ok but not clear. Following the signs to youth hostel through a shared private dirt road to youth hostel, mobile caravan park site and cottages would be a better description. The cottages are behind youth hostel and approachable only by a footpath running along the coast on side of the youth hostel.
Reviewed by Veeraraghavan4.4★Jan 2023
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"A thoroughly relaxing stay in 1 Salt Cottage."
Lovely accommodation as advertised. Wood burner brilliant and excellent quality of facilities down to the lovely crockery and quiet details. The location is stunning and perfect if you wish to get away from it all right on the beach. Wonderful. Thank you.
Reviewed by Mark4.7★Dec 2022
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"We had a lovely time and the location is perfect."
The bed was really comfortable and all the facilities were very good. On the first day we had no heating and we had to wait a day for somebody to come out and fix it, other than that we had a great time and the view was to die for Would stay again
Reviewed by Ken4.1★Oct 2022
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"A gorgeous cottage with stunning views - we saw seals in the bay, watched the sun rise and even a clear moon rise!"
Easy for exploring the gower area, highlights were Worms Head, Three Cliffs Bay and King Arthur Hotel for food.
Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Oct 2022
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"The only problem I had was the microwave ."
. I’ve had several but could not get it to work and despite instructions pile .. the one for the microwave was missing. I finally found a neighbour who eventually solved it and even she had a problem. Frustrating. Otherwise it was perfect
Reviewed by Pamela5.0★Sep 2022
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"A fabulous little cottage and exactly as I imagined it from the online pictures."
A big bonus having a safe back garden if you are taking a dog.
Everything very comfortable especially the bed!
Just two niggles - I would like to have known that toilet paper wasn’t supplied and the lock/ handle hadn’t been replaced on the bathroom door.
Would definitely go back again
Gill
Reviewed by Gillian4.1★Jul 2022
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"Fantastic 'to die for' location speaks for itself, wake up in the morning and sea is right there."
WiFi was fine but no phone signal at all until we were well away from the bay (Just incase someone needs to rely on phone, wasn't a problem for us). Everything you could need is in cottage. As other comment says, comfy chairs for outside would of been good but understand that could be difficult during times of bad weather and storage.
Only issue we had was cottage/bed/towels hadn't been cleaned before our arrival, due to an 'admin problem', owner couldn't have been more apologetic and was cleaned next day (we hadn't arrived until late in evening), though sadly the promise of a refund of a night's stay still hasn't materialised!!
Reviewed by Deborah3.4★Jul 2022
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"We loved this gorgeous cottage!"
Wonderful beachfront location, it was just what we needed to really relax and unwind, very peaceful and scenic. The cottage is perfect for 2, very tastefully decorated and furnished with everything you need. Loved the bedroom, especially being able to lie in bed watching and listening to the waves. Lots of lovely walks on the dog friendly beach!
Only things that would enhance it a little more are:-
- if there were sun loungers provided
-couldn’t find a washing line or clothes airer
-no parking permit was left for us.( owner sorted this quickly)
-rear garden was not totally dog proof
Overall a wonderful place that we will definitely be returning to!
Reviewed by Maria5.0★Jun 2022
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"The steps down from the camp field to to cottage should have been mentioned as tricky when wet."
Your failure to advise the change of key code when you had been told twice by the owner of the change
Reviewed by Phil4.4★May 2022
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