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

With a 4-star rating from Visit Wales, Merlin Cottages offer modern self-catering accommodation 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 cosy lounge with plenty of seating has a flat-screen TV, DVD and CD player. The cottages enjoy an idyllic 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 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
Bedroom 4:
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 single 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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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Did our own breakfast but had to buy a frying pan which was disappointing
  • Rob
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A wonderful location and clean and tidy accommodation which is very well presented. Highly recommended!
  • Teresa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Peice and quite lived every minute will return excellent break views are stunning

Host Information

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

Property surroundings

Facilities of Merlin Cottages
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    No internet access available.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shared bathroom
    • Hairdryer
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating 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
    • Games room
    Activities
    • Table tennis
    • Billiards
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Luggage storage
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
    Miscellaneous
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • 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 15:30 to 23:00

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

    Check-out

    From 06:00 to 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is 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
    Need-to-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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Merlin Cottages

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

      • 4 guests
      • 5 guests
      • 6 guests

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

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

      • 3 bedrooms
      • 4 bedrooms

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

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

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

    • The prices at Merlin Cottages may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Merlin Cottages is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • 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.

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

      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Table tennis