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About this property

Spacious Accommodation: The Bookshelf in Oystermouth offers a spacious apartment with three bedrooms and one bathroom. Guests enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and free WiFi throughout the property. Outdoor Amenities: A private garden provides a relaxing space, while free on-site private parking is available for convenience. Local Attractions: Langland Bay Beach is a 15-minute walk away, while Oystermouth Castle lies 300 metres from the apartment. Cardiff Airport is 66 km distant. Nearby attractions include Swansea Marina and Grand Theatre. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent facilities, making The Bookshelf a highly rated choice.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Megan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good location to explore Mumbles and the Gower. Lounge very cosy.
  • Clare
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, free parking, comfortable beds, great communication and easy to access. Spacious flat over two floors.
  • Emily
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Accommodation is Very Comfortable, with everything we needed. Owners are very welcoming and available if you need anything. Location is perfect, walking distance to the beach (Rotherslade), sea front and promenade along Swansea bay, nice shops,...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9Based on 92,050 reviews from 20851 properties
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Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

The Bookshelf is a first-floor apartment with three bedrooms including a king-size and two twins, along with a bathroom, a kitchen/diner, and a sitting room with a gas fire. Appliances include an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, and dishwasher. For entertainment there is a TV, WiFi, and a selection of books. Outside, there is allocated parking for one car and an enclosed garden. One well-behaved is dog welcome, with more accepted on request. Fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included, and a highchair and travel cot are available on request. Sorry, no smoking. You can find a shop and pub within 0.1 mile and a beach within 0.8 property has a good housekeeping bond of GBP250. There's a small run of stone steps between the parking bay and property entrance, property comprises of two floors with three flights of stairs. This property has a 3 night minimum stay

Neighbourhood information

Set along the Southern coast of Wales is where you will find the popular destination of Mumbles in Swansea. Boasting a wealth of rich history and marking the beginning of the Gower Peninsula, there is always something to see and do in this wonderful part of South Wales. While away an afternoon on the seafront with an ice cream in hand from Joe’s Ice Cream Parlour, tuck-in to fresh seafood at the Oyster House with a view, indulge in some retail therapy and browse the charming boutiques and shops, visit the Lovespoon Gallery, and enjoy wildlife rich walks through the Mumbles Hill Local Nature Reserve. Continue on to the bustling city of Swansea, where you can explore the Swansea Museum, The National Waterfront Museum, Swansea Castle, and the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery, enjoy a fun-filled day out at Plantasia Tropical Zoo, or visit the birthplace of Dylan Thomas. Venture into the Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where you can enjoy scenic walks, discover secluded bays and beaches, and the fascinating historic sites of Weobley Castle, Whiteford Lighthouse, Penard Castle, and Gower Heritage Centre. Further afield, you will find Llanelli, home to the Llanelli Wetland Centre, an excellent golf club and spa, and a beautiful beach.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

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Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.