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Reviews of Efail Y Garn

2 Heol Y Mynydd, Swansea, SA18 2RY, United Kingdom

#1 of 24 B&Bs and Inns in Swansea

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Review score

Based on 66 B&B reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    10
    A beautiful place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No a thing

    There wasn’t anything to dislike. Rachel and Richard were the perfect hosts. A quiet peaceful location and central to some amazing townships and the coastal area. Thank you Rachel and Richard for a wonderful stay

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 June 2024

    10
    Our experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't honestly say there was anything I didn't like.

    Richard and Rachel were exceptionally friendly and helpful and made us feel right at home. They opened their house to us and we had an amazing time. Would definitely stay here again. The property was very clean and tidy and cosy, great for a break away.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Feels like home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Now I will have to cook a fresh omelette for my girlfriend every morning... Everything was perfect ;)

    We had a wonderful stay. From the moment we checked in the hosts gave us a warm welcome. It truly felt like a second home to us. The house is beautiful and guests have a lot of space to relax in. The hosts have built a really warm bed & breakfast. The surrounding area is very beautiful and there is a very noce vinyl collection for the guests.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    10
    Fantastic b and b with gorgeous views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Access to the bedrooms is via a spiral staircase. This was totally fine for us but could be tricky for anyone with mobility issues.

    Fantastic location, comfortable shared spaces (lovely living room and dining area), great selection for breakfast (do it yourself in the well appointed kitchen). Really helpful hosts who gave great recommendations and lots of cake! Well definitely be coming back!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Excellent hosts and a beautiful country retreat as a base to explore South Wales
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The weather, but that can't be helped :-(

    The location was very rural and peaceful but only 5-10mins drive from Ammanford which has a couple of supermarkets and places to eat. The room was beautifully decorated as was the rest of the house which we pretty much had the run of. Rachel and Richard were excellent hosts, super relaxed, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. There was a mega choice for breakfast and all dietary needs catered for - we were even able to cook dinner on one evening. Excellent base to explore the surrounding countryside, Brecon Beacons, Gower and further afield.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    We loved having our own sitting room and the gorgeous log burner. Rich and Rach couldn't have been friendlier, going over and beyond to fill the fridge for us and make us feel welcome. Your home is stunning and we loved the whole feel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Efail Y Garn is a beautifully decorated home with a good selection of food to select to make your breakfast from. The hosts are very friendly and I would recommend a stay at Efail Y Garn.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Cosy, comfortable, charming
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cosy, comfortable, charming. Lovely decor, facilities and great location in beautiful countryside. Many excellent features. Rachel, our host, was welcoming and friendly. We had a very pleasant stay and would recommend.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2023

    10
    feels like staying with family
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    well what can you say, they make you very welcome very well presented treated like family or very good friends and 2 lovely little dogs cracking views from the property, a must in the summer next time as so many places to explore right on the doorstep, keep an eye for all the small details at this property there is so many little pieces of history on display will defiantly return

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    What a lovely place to stay! The owners are lovely and I felt right at home. Thank you for the dinner on my arrival that was unexpected and so nice.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Was very accommodating with coeliac requirements and Rachel and Richard couldnt do enough for us. Good selection of food for breakfast. Such a lovely house in a great location with amazing views. Definitetly recommend staying there.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    10
    Like staying at your mum and dads house! Lovely!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was lovely

    So cosy, beautiful view, owners were so lovely, so helpful and caring.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    Wonderful holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Faoulous place. The hosts were extremely kind and helpful. They provided us with numerous suggestions. We had a wonderful holiday.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Richard & Rachel & Ivy & Reggie are perfect hosts. We felt welcomed from the minute we arrived. House is beaitiful in peaceful locarion. Coasy front room with roaring fire which was ready for us upon our arrival from rainy beach walk. One of the best stays in UK💙🤍❤️🐾🐾.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was excellent. Wish them all the luck for the future at that beautiful location.

    The stay was excellent, beautiful location with beautiful views. Welcoming reception by friendly couple. We had a great experience making our own breakfast in a beautiful, cozy kitchen. And they have 2 cute dogs. We wouldn't have wanted to miss it. Compliments for the beautiful furnishings and the cosiness in the living room. 

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2023

    9.0
    Rustic charm greta views fanatastic hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    For us the location was the original factor in booking our stay as we believed it was only 8 to 10 minutes from our family in Pontarddualis, but we did not realise how very narrow the road (lane) was and therefore we drove 30 to 35 minutes via and alternate route. None of this was our hosts fault, we did not do our research as well as we should have, and Richard was fantastic in coming with us the 1st time to make sure we did not get lost.

    Our Hosts Richard and Rachael were fantastic and gave us and all their guests open access to all but their on private rooms. Their home is beautifully rustic and pituresque views.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2023

    10
    Can’t wait to figure out when we’re going back!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not a single thing we didn’t like!

    The house, the garden and the surrounding areas are just stunning. The house was so warm and beautifully decorated, we couldn’t stop taking pictures! We really appreciated the access to the record player!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    10
    All what You can hope to find in a b&b
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    we liked everything.

    One of the best b&bs we have ever stayed in! Every single room is tastefully and creatively decorated down to the smallest detail, all colour-coordinated. Lots of communal spaces, especially a living room for guests with a cosy fireplace and a gorgeous garden with two playful dogs. Rachel and Richard take perfect care of their guests, extremely nice, easy-going and always in a good mood. We had a fantastic time together and are sure we haven't seen the last of them.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Lovely location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    10
    Natalia&Piotr
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome Hosts. Very clean and comfortable room. We could use the kitchen and diner room with lovely landscape view anytime. Large variety of food for Everyone. Perfect room with fireplace, with great selection of vinyls. Thank You for great time spend in your lovely home!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2023

    10
    A really special and wonderful weekend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I wish we had booked for longer.

    Firstly we would like to say a massive thank you to Richard & Rachael for the most wonderful weekend, it was very special and you don’t get many of those. The check in was very easy and every thing was clearly explained. There is a safe and hairdryer in the wardrobe so no need to pack one. Breakfast is superb, everything you could ask for and more. Fresh berries for me, sausage, bacon & freshly laid eggs by Rachael’s free roaming chickens, for my husband. The views from the house are stunning and you really wouldn’t need to go anywhere else, if you wanted to sit and read a good book and just take some time out. However, there are so many beautiful places to visit and we did some fantastic walks, along deserted beaches and up some very steep hills. There really is something for every level. Richard will happily advise you on places to visit. You are close to the Gower Peninsula and the spectacular beaches of Rhossili & Broughton Bay and the lovely seaside town of Mumbles. This is a brilliant area for cycling and next time, and there will definitely be a next time, the bikes will come too.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2023

    10
    Great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rach and Rich are the best hosts ever. They really made us feel at home. The house is lovely and super clean! Thank you for a fantastic stay

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    10
    Delightful welcoming and stimulating stay outside Swansea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I found the wardrobe a little cramped to watch TV!

    Efail Y Garn enjoys spectacular panoramic views in a quiet location and is ideally situated for visits to the impressive National Botanic garden, walking, challenging cycling or the sandy beaches of the Gower which are further afield. Richard is staggering fit and Rachel simply staggering. The two dogs Ivy and Reggie were equally welcoming. Ivy is a cutie and Reggie soon became my regular tennis partner. The hosts provide more than I have experienced at any other B&B. Guests enjoy total freedom albeit in the specifically dedicated sitting room complete with vinyl records and wood burner, or when they can raid the fridge and food supplies. I felt more at home there than I do here.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    10
    wonderful stay. Hospitable hosts.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no lock for the room from inside and limited electric sockets in the room.

    Very authentic experience and well equipped and looked after property. the welcoming was warm and friendly and really made me feel at home.

    Stayed in June 2023

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