This three-bedroom property in the heart of Mumbles, Swansea Bay, is the perfect family holiday home. Grand in size, it has plenty of room to keep guests of all ages entertained. The property benefits from being close to the sea, amenities, and stunning beaches. Rotherslade Bay, 0.5 miles away, is a good spot to take the children. At low tide, you can even walk across to Langland Bay, a popular beach with surfers. Mumbles village, just over 300 metres from the house, is a lovely place for a stroll and features a Victorian pier, 18th-century lighthouse, and 12th-century castle. Mumbles also marks the beginning of the Gower Peninsula’s rugged coastline. From the village, pick up the Wales Coast Path and enjoy a scenic 12.5-mile walk along cliff paths and beaches to Three Cliffs Bay. Oakland House is also 10 minutes form Swansea University. There is a 3 hour direct train link from London Paddington to Swansea.
Inside, is wonderfully comfortable and relaxed. Distributed over four floors, the decor is sophisticated, with high ceilings and neutral tones creating a soothing atmosphere. On the ground floor, the open-plan living area is the perfect place to unwind with its comfortable sofas, huge bay window with bench seating, pleasant furnishings, and a wood burner to keep things warm on chillier nights. From the lounge, step through to an elegant dining area featuring a table seating six people. Off the living area is a spacious kitchen, perfectly equipped for preparing delicious meals that can then be served at the central island with bench and bar stool seating. Alternatively, push open the patio doors in the kitchen and dine outside at the table on the terrace. From the ground floor, stairs lead down to a lower ground floor and an additional lounge room. Children will love this den-like space and can kick back on the sofas and watch their favourite films on the TV. Back on the ground floor, a staircase sweeps up to the first floor where the three bedrooms are located. Featuring two king-size beds and one double, rooms are light and airy and feature plenty of wardrobe space. Two of the rooms have views of the sea. A family bathroom is also on this floor. From the first floor, stairs lead to the second floor where a loft room is located. It’s another great space for the kids with its sofa, bean bag, TV, and Velux window offering up sea views.
Back on the ground floor, step through the kitchen patio doors to the decked terrace. It’s a delightful space dotted with olive trees and a table seating ten people. Sit back and soak up the sea views and feast alfresco at the terrace table.