Located in Margam, Glamorgan, Wales, this unique Grade II listed barn has been transformed into a 2-bedroom self-catering holiday cottage, retaining many original 1880's characteristics such as beams in the bedrooms. The ground floor features an open-plan layout with a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and spacious living room, as well as a wet room and access to a large patio. Upstairs, there are 2 double bedrooms with super king/twin beds, lit by Velux windows, and a toilet. The cottage offers amenities such as freeview TV, wifi, underfloor heating, and recycled oak flooring from a local school.
Tyn Cellar Farm Cottages, where the cottage is located, is Grade 4 listed by Visit Wales, with the entire farm being Grade 2 listed and once part of Margam Abbey dating back to the 1200s. The property has a rich history, with records of tenants farming there since 1536 after the disillusionment of the Abbeys. The cottages feature underfloor heating, free wifi, fitted kitchens, and super king beds that can be split into singles. The farm also offers amenities such as a heated drying room, secure storage for bikes and golf clubs, a community hall for events, and regular yoga classes for guests to join. Green energy biomass boiler supplies hot water and heating, while rainwater is harvested for the ducks and geese on the property.
The cottage, named Tyn Cellar Cottage, is one of several accommodations on the farm, including The Dairy, The Lodge, The Stables, The Tack Room, and The Granary, each offering unique features and sleeping arrangements. The property is located in Port Talbot, with nearby attractions such as Lakeside Golf Club, Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club, Surf School Wales, and Bridgend Miniature Railway. Guests can also enjoy activities like windsurfing, sailing, horse riding, and cycling in the surrounding area. The farm encourages guests to assist with recycling waste and offers a large car park for convenience.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!