Windyridge Cottage

Windyridge Cottage is a delightful cottage with history dating back to the 1840’s, skilfully restored and transformed into a stunning holiday cottage where luxury required in modern living blends seamlessly with character features. The property enjoys a fantastic location in Oxwich, one of the quaintest villages along the Gower Peninsula, the first place to be awarded an Area of outstanding Natural Beauty. The enchanting coastal views, easy access to Slade and Oxwich Bay, the Gower Coastal Path that passes right by the cottage and the heated swimming pool make it an absolutely perfect holiday setting.

The cottage benefits from an entrance porch offering the first glimpse of the coastal views with the original wooden door into the lounge.

The large lounge seats up to 10 people and has an original beamed ceiling taken from an old shipwreck, exposed stone wall and inglenook fireplace. The cosy wood burning stove set in the stone chimney breast and hearth is one of the many features this enchanting room has to offer. (Starter Logs Provided). The lounge also has a Flat Screen T.V .

Log burner

The country kitchen offers extensive cabinetry and polished granite work surfaces with a Rayburn cooker, electric oven & hob, fridge freezer, microwave and dishwasher. There is also a breakfast table which seats up to 4.

The kitchen opens up to the generous conservatory which has a large dining table to seat up to 10, as well as a three piece suite and flat screen T.V.. The subtle coastal theme is carried throughout the conservatory. The French doors lead to the upper patio area which overlooks the swimming pool, melding the interior with the garden effortlessly and providing the perfect setting for alfresco dining and entertaining.

Conservatory

Steps lead down from the dining area into the utility room which houses a washing machine, tumble dryer and a second fridge freezer, with access to the lower patio, cloakroom and bedroom 5.

To the first floor the split level landing gives access to:-

The Master Bedroom – The elegant soft furnishings give this room a romantic warmth, with the vaulted and beamed ceiling. The two front windows allow you to wake up and lie in bed looking across at the glorious scenery and coastal view which is sheer bliss. A safety deposit box is also provided in this bedroom.

Master bedroom

Bedroom 2 consists of a king sized bed with a vaulted and beamed ceiling, floral soft furnishings, and garden views.

Bedroom 3 has twin 2ft 6 single beds and vanity unit, decorated with a nautical theme, again with coastal views.

Bedroom 4 has a double bed and also has a vanity unit. This bedroom has good coastal views from both windows.

Bedroom 5 has bunk beds (5ft 9 length) is located on the ground floor adjacent to the W.C. and is overlooking the pool. This room is furnished with a modern crisp white & grey urban theme, provides an iPhone/iPod speaker station and also boasts lovely coastal sea views.(Please note bunk beds are only suitable for ages 6 and over)

All bedrooms have a dressing table or vanity unit and full length mirror.

The family bathroom consists of a traditional roll top bath and marble vanity unit.

The Shower room has an oversized shower cubicle with electric shower, washbasin and w.c.

Outside Area

The spacious lower patio has plenty of room for enjoying a barbeque and entertaining, with steps down to the roman ended heated swimming pool. Steps lead from the lower patio to the front cottage garden which houses a garden pond and pretty flowerbeds. The upper patio also has a seating area which makes an ideal outdoor breakfast terrace.

Please Note:
The swimming pool is open from May to September (End of September is weather permitting). The pool is un-fenced therefore children must be supervised at all times.

Pool Depth 1.4m to 1.8m

Pool Size 28ft. x 16ft.

Water Temperature approximately 28 degrees

Beach/Poolside Towels are not provided.

Please note the pool is maintained weekly, normally on changeover day, but on occasion on a Thursday morning. The same applies to the monthly garden maintenance.

A travel cot, stair gate and highchair are also provided upon request.

The gated driveway has parking for 1 car with additional parking for a further 3 or 4 vehicles at the rear of the property. A garage is available for storage.

Strictly No Smoking and No Pets allowed at the property.

Sorry no Stag/Hen parties.

We do not accept parties where all ages are below 30.

If your booking/enquiry is for all adults, please state age range and the nature of your stay.

Please contact us if you have any questions regarding Windyridge Cottage or the Oxwich area.