• Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking rooms

With a 4-star rating from Visit Wales, Merlin Cottages offer modern self-catering accommodations in renovated 19th Century farm buildings in Carmarthenshire. Around 6 miles from Llandovery, Merlin Cottages are around 10 minutes’ drive from the Brecon Beacons National Park, and offer free parking. The cottages feature a communal garden building with a games room that offers table-tennis, a pool table and beautiful countryside views. Each cottage has 2-3 bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen with an electric oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. Comfortable double bedrooms are complemented by further single or twin rooms. A cozy lounge with plenty of seating has a flat-screen TV, DVD and CD player. The cottages enjoy an beautiful rural Carmarthenshire location next to a working livestock farm. The market town of Llandovery has a variety of amenities, as well as restaurants and pubs, and beautiful walks along the banks of the River Towy.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 3:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 4:
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 1:
1 twin bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
Bedroom 3:
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.9
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  • R
    Raghu
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners were very responsive and helpful. The games room was handy as it rained for 2 days. It kept kids entertained. Good location for people to do bike riding / hiking. Good Kitchen.
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    THe location was wonderful. Totally surrounded by rolling hills and forest. walks from door were exceptional. local town of LLandovery very nice and for those who like Rugby the the local team plays Saturday afternoons and great atmosphere! Would...
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Did our own breakfast but had to buy a frying pan which was disappointing

Host Info

8.9
8.9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Merlin Cottages is a historic Welsh farmstead dating back to the 1850s. The buildings have been sympathetically restored combining modern facilities with original features such as inglenook fireplaces and oak beams that were probably grown in the 18th century.
I am a former University researcher with interests in economics, foreign affairs and food security.
The cottages are next to a working livestock farm with great views towards the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is a peaceful location for family and business visitors, yet is just five miles from the ancient town of Llandovery with a large Coop supermarket, restaurants, pubs, cafes and takeaways.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Merlin Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shared bathroom
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathtub
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • DVD player
    • Radio
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Garden
    Common Areas
    • Game room
    Activities
    • Ping-pong
    • Pool table
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Baggage storage
    Cleaning Services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Merlin Cottages takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:30 PM to 11:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Merlin Cottages accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    After a booking is made, you will receive an email from the property with further instructions regarding payment procedures, key collection, and directions, along with things to do and arrival information.

    Credit card payments are collected through a Paypal invoice. Guests will receive an email confirming payment has been made.

    Individual cottages have their own washing machines and airers. Payment must be made in full before arrival by card/bacs, cash is not accepted. After a booking is made, you will receive an email with directions and arrival information including key safe

    Please inform Merlin Cottages of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Merlin Cottages

    • Yes, Merlin Cottages is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Merlin Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Merlin Cottages (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 4 guests
      • 5 guests
      • 6 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Merlin Cottages offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Ping-pong

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Merlin Cottages on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Merlin Cottages (subject to availability) that have:

      • 3 bedrooms
      • 4 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Merlin Cottages is 4.3 miles from the center of Llandovery. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Merlin Cottages is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.