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Oakland House

Mumbles, South Wales
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • "This was our second stay this year in the house; we absolutely love it! Can't think of any drawbacks whatsoever! It is spacious, extremely well equipped and so handy for all local amenities. Wonderful, friendly owner too - always on hand for any queries so communication is excellent. We can't wait to come back!"
  • A fantastic open-plan living area benefits from natural, uplifting light
  • The outdoor space features an elevated terrace so you can soak up the sea views
  • A comfortable loft room and a second lounge ensure children have their own space
Property code: OC-HH1223

Set in an elevated position in the heart of Mumbles overlooking Swansea Bay lies this deceptively large Victorian townhouse spread out across 4 thoughtfully decorated floors. As you walk through the front door of Oakland House you are met with a stylish, light-filled living area complete with cosy log burner, Smart TV, and dining area. Leading through to the spacious, well-equipped kitchen you will find a large decked area via patio doors that features wonderful sea views and pretty olive trees – the perfect setting for al fresco dining. Both the lower ground floor and 2nd floor are fantastic spaces to relax away from the main living areas with the latter boasting far reaching bay views over the surrounding rooftops. This really is the perfect family home for all seasons.

A brilliant selection of independent stores, restaurants and cafes can be found within a 5-minute walk of the property as well as the 5-mile seafront promenade that stretches around the bay to Swansea Marina. Known locally as the ‘Gateway to Gower’, Mumbles marks the beginning of the Gower Peninsula’s rugged coastline with access to some stunning, award-winning beaches and breath-taking views. The popular beaches of Langland and Rotherslade Bay are a short walk from the house where you can also take the Wales Coastal Path along the cliffs to Caswell Bay. Oxwich Bay, Rhossili and Three Cliffs Bay are pet-friendly beaches throughout the year – ideal for tiring out your four-legged friend and there are some delicious pubs to sample on your way home.

Lower Ground Floor

  • Lounge: Two 3-seater sofas, large upholstered stool and 50” Smart TV with live channels.
  • Utility Room: Washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and fridge/freezer.
  • Shower Room: Electric power shower, WC, wash basin, heated towel rail, cabinet and mirror.

Ground Floor

  • Living/Dining Area: Two 2-seater sofas, large upholstered stool, log burning stove, upholstered bench in the large bay windows, 40” Smart TV with live channels, a butlers tray and two tables with stunning table lamps. Dining area with table, bench seating for 4, 3 dining chairs and an arm chair with small side table and lamp.
  • Kitchen: Built-in electric Smeg oven, gas hob, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, centre island with two bar stools and a bench, an espresso/coffee machine and great views out towards Swansea Bay from the patio doors. 

First Floor:

  • Bedroom 1: King bedroom with zip & link bed that can be made up as 2 x singles (please request at time of booking), bedside tables, wardrobe, chest of drawers, 50" Smart TV and leather sofa. 
  • Bedroom 2: King bedroom with bedside tables, wardrobe, chest of drawers and sea views out across the bay over surrounding rooftops. 
  • Bathroom: Bath with shower over, WC, wash basin, heated towel rail, cabinet and mirror.
  • Cloakroom: WC and wash basin. 
  • Bedroom 3: Double bedroom with bedside tables, wardrobe, dressing table with mirror and sea views out across the bay over surrounding rooftops

Second Floor

  • Loft Room: Sofa, large bean bag, 40" Smart TV, coffee table and sea views from the Velux windows. 

Garden

  • Large decked area with wonderful sea views, solar lighting surrounding deck, cube dining set to seat 10 and large potted olive trees in each corner of the decking. 
  • Small enclosed basement garden leading via a gate to grassed lanes via the utility room

Additional Information

  • Heating and electricity: Included. Log starter pack provided for log burner.
  • Bed linen, hand and bath towels: Provided.
  • Travel cot, high-chair and stair-gate: Available on request. Please bring your own cot linen.
  • Hairdryer: Provided
  • Pets: 2 dogs welcome (3 possible by prior arrangement). Additional charges apply. Please bring your own dog bed. Pets not allowed upstairs or on beds. They can sit on sofas using a throw.
  • No smoking inside the property please.
  • Parking: On-street parking can be found to the front on a first-come, first-served basis. In peak season - You can buy via the owner/Swansea Council a resident parking permit £25.00 per week.
  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 king-size zip-and-link (can be arranged as a twin on request), 1 double
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, plus 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave, fridge/freezer
  • Highchair, travel cot, and stairgate available on request
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV
  • Enclosed decked terrace with garden furniture
  • Small basement enclosed area with a gate that leads to a grass area useful for dogs
  • On-street parking on a first-come, first-served basis. 
  • On-street parking can be found to the front on a first-come, first-served basis. In peak season - You can buy via the owner/Swansea Council a resident parking permit £25.00 per week
  • Secure storage for bike, kayak, surfboard, golf clubs etc in garage - prior arrangement with owner
  • Golf courses near by: Pennard Golf Course, Langland Bay, The Gower Golf Club, Clyne Golf Club
  • Shop and pub 300 metres
  • Beach 0.5 miles
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the second floor
  • Please note 2 dogs welcome (3 possible by prior arrangement). Additional charges apply. Please bring your own dog bed. Pets not allowed upstairs or on beds. They can sit on sofas using a throw.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Emma Beagley

This property is personally managed by Emma.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Julie 18th May 2025

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A very spacious house with sea views from the bedrooms and balcony. Very well equipped. It was a nice quiet street The owners are very friendly, helpful and responsive. Used the house as a base to walk the Gower Peninsula. Beautiful area to explore. We paid for the residents permit, which proved very useful for parking. Would stay here again iRead moref we came back to the area. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 1st May 2025

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This was our third stay in the house and we always look forward to coming back. It is so well-appointed, in a fantastic location and the owners are so welcoming! As Mumbles becomes increasingly more popular with holidaymakers these days, having a base with free on road parking available all the time is a huge bonus. Especially when you want to browRead morese the shops or enjoy food and drink at any of the great local eateries and bars! We were blessed with superb weather this time which meant we could take advantage of the outdoor terrace space with its beautiful view of the sea. Can't wait to be back...! Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 25th November 2024

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This was our second stay this year in the house; we absolutely love it! Can't think of any drawbacks whatsoever! It is spacious, extremely well equipped and so handy for all local amenities. Wonderful, friendly owner too - always on hand for any queries so communication is excellent. We can't wait to come back!

Reviewed by Catherine 1st November 2024

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Oakland House is a home from home. It's in a fabulous location; convenient for local shops, restaurants and the beautiful Gower peninsula with everything it has to offer. The house has everything you need for a comfortable stay and we felt relaxed and at home as soon as we walked through the door. The owners are incredibly friendly,and helpful. We'Read morere already checking our diaries for a return visit. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 26th October 2024

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An absolutely gorgeous cottage. The owner has thought of everything. Split over 4 floors, each room has a home from home feel. Set in an ideal central location, only minutes from the front /shops / bars & beach. Plenty of space for a large family, including a man cave and 4 tvs. Beds super comfortable and kitchen has every utensil, crockery and equRead moreipment you could ever need. I would certainly recommend this property. We stayed for 7 nights and wished we had booked for longer. Beautiful walks only a stones throw away. Hide

Reviewed by Chloe 17th October 2024

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Another fantastic holiday at Oakland House! This is our third time staying there and we have already booked to go back next year. With two young children, we have found Mumbles to be an ideal destination with huge beautiful beaches like Rhosilli and Three Cliffs Bay nearby and the lovely Caswell and Langland Bay just 5 minutes away in the car. We Read morelove Rhosilli in particular with the spectacular views over Worms Head and the sunflower fields with activity trails for the kids. This year we also discovered the tennis courts at Langland Bay which were easy to book and newly re-surfaced offering another local activity. > > We all enjoyed the Blackpill lido and playground especially riding there and back on the little train! The Wales national pool and family splash was also a hit which we combined with a visit to Secrets restaurant right on the beach. Another fabulous meal at the Lighthouse at Bracelet bay - amazing views and great little playground for the kids. > > As usual, Mumbles itself did not disappoint with its great range of shops and cafes - Boo and Microlot cafe being favourites for the delicious coffee, cinnamon buns and blondies. > > After all this, we love returning to Oakland House - spacious, comfortable and very well equipped and with a lovely balcony - perfect for morning coffee and evening drinks overlooking the bay and castle. The owners were, as ever, very responsive and helpful to requests and queries about parking permits and offering discounts for some local businesses. All in all, another fabulous Mumbles holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Ian 10th October 2024

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A lovely spacious establishment to relax in and also use as a base to explore from. It was a warm and comfortable stay for us

Reviewed by Ann 22nd September 2024

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We have just returned from spending a glorious week in Oakland House. It is ideally situated within minutes from the town, beaches and only a short distance from all that The Gower Peninsula has to offer. The house itself is fully equipped with absolutely everything you'd ever need on a holiday. It is filled with loads of interesting local art anRead mored is imaginatively and thoughtfully decorated throughout. Emma is a great host, is full of local information and all her recommendations were excellent. She is extremely approachable and super quick to answer any queries. We cannot recommend Oakland House and The Mumbles highly enough and look forward to returning. Hide

Reviewed by Victoria 12th August 2024

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What can we say Em and Guy ...thank you for such an enjoyable week in your beautiful home by the sea. The house is in a great location to explore the cafes, restaurants, shops and views that Mumbles has to offer but without doubt our favourite has been discovering the stunning Gower peninsula coastline. Heading out from Mumbles on the coastal path Read morethe bays, beaches and coves keep coming. If you like walking, beaches and sea views, whilst also spotting the odd seal, this is the spot for you. Our highlights have been walking up from the house and picnicing on Langlands beach, a visit to the impressive Rhossili beach, unfortunately no time for the sunflower fields, lunch at Langlands Brasserie, pizzas from Pappi's eaten on the balcony taking in the view and lunch at Boo's Kitchen, the juices are amazing. Joe's ice cream is also a must. The 12th century castle made for an interesting visit with it's port cullis workings and gap to pour hot water on the invading enemy ! On our one wet day, the young adults headed into Cardiff for shopping and lunch. The house has accommodated our ranging age groups very well offering separate spaces for TV, games and relaxing. Essential with teenagers ! Thank you Oakland House, Mumbles, you definitely delivered. Hide

Reviewed by Kirsty 4th July 2024

During the last week of June we met my daughter and partner for a weeks holiday on the Gower. She had arranged for us all to stay at Oakland House and I was a little worried about what we would find when we arrived. As soon as we opened the door the house welcomed us by its warm decorative style and well equipped rooms. We couldnt believe how easy Read moreit was to manage, the facilities were all top class and we wanted for nothing. We were favoured with good sunny weather and could get out and about easily. I feel a lot fitter after walking to town and back up the hill but it is close to all the towns superb facilities, shops and restaurants. We felt if we had inclement weather, the house offered us space to do our thing in the three lounge spaces, full catering facility and chance to clean up if we had wet clothes. Would we recommend it to friends and family, maybe not, as if we do it will definitely be fully booked when we want to return. Seriously it is the best holiday accommodation you can find and the owners are very quick to respond to questions or offer great advice about the area. One of the best pieces of advice we appreciated was to try Mumbles Coffee and we ensured we brought some beans back with us to enjoy and remember the great holiday we had enjoyed thanks to Emma & Guy. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 23rd June 2024

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Comfortable, warm well equipped cottage with a nice decked area well furnished with lovely views over Mumbles and the bay. Lots of space for children to get away from adults and have their own space. The cottage is a short walk down to the seafront, shops restaurants and bars - even if its slower coming back! We found Mumbles great, friendly and hoRead morespitable. Theres easy access to Swansea and lovely coastal walks a beautiful area. Hide

Reviewed by Jo 23rd May 2024

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Great house in an excellent location, really handy for shops, restaurants, beaches, walks. Incredibly well-equipped with lots of gadgets in the kitchen. The terrace is lovely, a great place to sit in the sun with a sea view.

Reviewed by Sylvia 8th April 2024

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Beautiful holiday house, everything you could wish for, great location near all beaches, restaurants, shops, just perfect! The house is so comfortable, spacious, and very well equipped with a real quality home from home feel. All the rooms are so nicely and thoughtfully decorated with some great views across the bay and the house is ideally situaRead moreted with easy access to Mumbles and the shops, galleries, restaurants and bars enabling us to really enjoy the lovely independent vibe that you get in the town. Its also a great spot for some scenic coastal walks and access to the Gower. Overall, ten out of ten, great house and great location, we certainly didnt want for anything, and we look forward to booking again Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 6th April 2024

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We has a good holiday at this cottage. The house is lovingly furnished,with everything we needed. The balcony offered a nice view, and the proximity to the coast path and Mumbles is convenient for exploring.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 3rd February 2024

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A really fantastic house with so much room and in a perfect location for the town, eateries, beaches etc. We were a party of six adults and the house was plenty big enough for all of us. The kitchen was brilliantly equipped for all manner of cooking and catering; better than home!! Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a comfortable and spaciousRead more house for a break. Hide

Reviewed by Tamara 13th November 2023

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Reviewed by Rachel 12th November 2023

We stayed at Oakland house to celebrate my 49th Birthday. We had three generations at Oakland and the house and area had so much to offer for everyone. Firstly, the house is a home from home. Lots of lovely touches around the place and gorgeous arts and crafts around. Really comfortable sofas, lots of throws and blankets around if needed. PropRead moreerty was warm and cosy (went in November). You can see the sea from the balcony and from a few of the back rooms. All walking distance to shops, restaurants, cafes and beaches. We didnt drive at all while there. Best bit was that Em the host was so helpful. Gave me so much advice on where to go, where to eat, what not to miss while there. We wanted to stay for longer which is a good sign and we are all keen to go back as soon as we can. Lovely house in a lovely area with a lovely host! Thanks for a great stay! Hide

Reviewed by Tessa 3rd November 2023

Oakland House is a perfect home from home, whatever your reason for visiting South Wales. It is beautifully furnished and creatively decorated with loving care staying here feels like a real treat. Weve just spent a week in this Mumbles utopia, and we will definitely be back again (for our fourth visit, and many more in the future, hopefully). ThRead moreis gorgeous house is spacious and set out over four levels, so even with six guests, you can enjoy your own space, should you wish to. We have two adult children who join us with their partners, and it works perfectly. We can either socialise together in the gorgeous sitting room and dining room or spread out into the basement chill out area or the loft room both of which are equally comfortable. Theres even room to socialise in the well-equipped kitchen when cooking for everyone. During our recent stay, my husband and I did long walks with our dog (our favourite child!) most days, either locally or at the beautiful beaches of Oxwich or Rhossili, just a short drive away. This area is perfect for walkers, water sports enthusiasts and explorers, or if you just want to mooch around in a beautiful setting. I love to indulge my passion for the waves when we visit; theres even a downstairs shower for sandy swimmers, surfers or SUPpers and four-legged friends when they return from their coastal adventures. The independent shops and coffee bars of Mumbles are always a favourite of ours, as are the local independent restaurants (Verdis is our favourite, and Joes ice-cream is a must too). But if you want more choice and a city experience, Cardiff is only a drive or short train journey away and offers a whole host of activities as well as remarkable retail therapy, food and drink venues and other local attractions like stadium tours, Cardiff Castle, and boat trips around the bay! And of course, Mumbles is the gateway to the stunning Gower Coast, so if beautiful scenery and outdoor adventures are your thing, then you couldnt be in a better location than Oakland House. And when you return at the end of a busy (or relaxing!) day out, it is like coming home, but better! Im always sad leaving Oakland House because it is my happy place but planning my next visit always cheers me up Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 27th October 2023

We had a wonderful week at Oakland House. The owners were extremely helpful and welcoming before our arrival. I know Mumbles very well, and I think this is one of the best locations in the area, for easy access to shops, beaches and coastal walks. We did not need to move the car for the whole week. Would recommend to family and friends, and willRead more certainly book the house if we visit Mumbles again. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrea 13th August 2023

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This property ticked every box and more . Its location was perfect and absolutely everything provided for .It certainly was a home from home We shall definitely return .

Reviewed by Chloe 4th August 2023

We have had another fantastic holiday at Oakland house. This was our fourth trip to Mumbles and we are still discovering more things to do with our two young children (4 and 6). We love the beaches - Langland and Caswell bay are v family friendly, 3 Cliffs Bay and Rhosilli are both huge and beautiful. Rhosilli also has some incredible sunflowers wiRead moreth a little trail for the children to follow around. The pub at Worms head above the beach has amazing views and good pub food. The Black pill lido was great for paddling on sunny days whilst the Wales national pool worked well on less sunny days! We also had a great day out at Margam park in Port Talbot - beautiful walks, a little farm, boating lake and playgrounds. The bracelet bay playground was a lucky find for us this year too with amazing views and The Lighthouse restaurant overlooking the bay. Mumbles itself always works well for us all. Great coffee and cakes at Boos, playgrounds in town and in Underhill park and even a special childrens hairdresser (Joshuas) where they do amazing things with glitter! Nearby Swansea provided good entertainment too with bowling and a massive soft play for rainy days. Oakland house is a very relaxing base for all of this. Its very spacious and well equipped and has been tastefully decorated with lots of paintings of local beaches and landmarks. Evening drinks on the balcony looking out at the sea and the castle is the perfect way to end the day. We recommend all of it and are already looking forward to going back! Hide

Reviewed by Clare 11th July 2023

Oakland House is a superb house set in a great location with easy walking distance to both the town and local beaches. The house is beautifully furnished throughout and set over four floors so plenty of space for everyone. From the moment we walked in it felt like a real home from home with welcome treats on the side and in the fridge! The owners wRead moreere great at communicating, checking that we had arrived safely as-well as offering loads of suggestions for beaches, shops and restaurants to visit. The house had everything we needed and a lovely deck with views over the bay to enjoy a drink on in the evening. Even the dog was catered for with blankets, towels and dog treats. We would thoroughly recommend Oakland House and look forward to returning to the property for another holiday! Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 30th June 2023

You have a truly beautiful home. It's not just a holiday let, it's a home and one that provides everything you could ever need when you are on holiday! We really enjoyed our stay, so much so we really didnt want to leave.

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