the bower, port eynon, gower, swansea

Fine & Country Swansea

Tel: +44 (0)1792 [email protected] Newton Road, MumblesSwansea SA3 4BN

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THE BOWERPort Eynon | Gower | Swansea | SA13 1NL

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TheTHE BOWER“From the very first time we visited Port Eynon we absolutely fell in love with The Gower and the minute I set eyes on the cottage I fell in love with it too.”

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The Bower is a charming chocolate box thatched cottage situated just a stone’s throw away from the beautiful award winning Blue Flag beach at Port Eynon. This charming coastal village was originally part of the Penrice Estate with a rich history and is located at the southernmost point along the Gower Peninsula. Popular with residents and visitors alike. Alongside the beach there is the usual ice cream parlours, surf shops and food outlets with The Ship Inn and The Smugglers Haunt available offering fresh and locally sourced produce for a more refined dining experience.

The cottage itself is pretty and dates back to the 1700’s. The white washed walls compliment the impressive thatched roof which has been maintained beautifully. With five bar gated vehicular and pedestrian access, an attractive courtyard garden which enjoys a good degree of privacy and a lawned area which the current vendors use as additional parking for four/five cars. There is a detached garage in need of some attention to the rear.

As you enter the house the stunning character features are immediately apparent with exposed stone walls, beamed ceilings and cosy fireplaces. The property benefits from a generous dining room with a study area to the rear, cosy lounge and fitted kitchen with generous walk-in pantry. There are three bedrooms, two bath/shower rooms and a W.C. The lovely features are continued on the first floor with exposed stone and vaulted ceilings. overview


The combination of unique features and proximity to the beach, along with good outside space and parking ensures that The Bower will appeal to most and due to its coastal location it will be popular with the holiday home market.

ENTRANCEThe stone porch is a lovely, welcoming entrance to the property with tiled floor and wood panelling. Doors to bedroom three and the dining room.

DINING ROOMThis generous room is currently utilised as a dining room with a study area to the rear, it has the pleasure of beamed ceiling and charming fireplace with wood floors and exposed stone walls, wall lights and staircase to the first floor. The bay window to the front overlooks the pretty courtyard garden. There is a door to an inner hallway leading to the family bathroom, and doors to the lounge and kitchen with a generous understair storage cupboard.

KITCHENThe kitchen is fitted with a range of traditional wall and base units with integrated oven, grill and hob with extractor fan over, fridge freezer and dishwasher with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is a generous walk-in larder which offers ample storage and benefits from fitted shelving. An external door to the rear with internal doors into the dining room and study.

LOUNGEThis lovely room is very cosy with beamed ceiling and fireplace with wood surround. The window to the front over-looks the pretty courtyard garden. step inside


BEDROOM THREEWith three double glazed windows to the side allowing plenty of natural light in. Also with the pleasure of an en-suite shower room.

EN SUITETiled floor with pedestal wash hand basin, shower enclosure and low level W.C.

FAMILY BATHROOMTiled floor with partial wood panelling to the walls, panelled bath with shower attachment and glass screen. Pedestal wash hand basin and low level W.C. Window to the rear and generous airing cupboard.

FIRST FLOOR

MASTER BEDROOMThis lovely room benefits from vaulted ceiling with the traditional pine cladding. With windows to the front and side, exposed stone wall and alcove storage.

BEDROOM TWOAgain having the pleasure of exposed stone wall and pine cladding. With window to the front and original wood door with leaded stained glass window.

W.C.Wall mounted wash hand basin and low level W.C. beam and pine cladding.


“From the very first time we visited Port Eynon we absolutely fell in love with The Gower,” says Sue, “and the minute I set eyes

on the cottage I fell in love with it too. At the

time it was tumbled down and in dire need of

some TLC, and wasn’t actually for sale. But as

luck would have it, just as we were leaving for

home after one of our visits it came onto the

market, and so by the time we were on the road

it was in the hands of our solicitors.”

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This charming property, which dates back to the mid 1700’s, is one of only two thatched cottages in the village of Port

Eynon. It occupies an idyllic location just moments from both the

beach and the stunning countryside of the Gower Peninsula. “After

purchasing the house we did an awful lot to it,” says Mark,

“we re-thatched, put in new storage heaters, re-plumbed,

re-wired… it was a major refurbishment.” “We also enhanced

some of the lovely features,” adds Sue, “exposing the natural stone

in the master bedroom and the dining room and we restored the

beautiful wood cladding.”

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“From the outside the house looks like a quaint cottage,” continues Sue,

“but it’s actually surprisingly spacious inside. We have a large galley kitchen, a huge

dining room in which we have created an office space and then a separate living

room. It’s also a bright and airy house, and both the lounge and dining room have

wonderful views of the garden. For us it has been the perfect holiday home.”


“We have created a lovely courtyard area in the garden. It’s very pretty,” adds Sue, “and it gets all the afternoon sun, so it’s a very pleasant place to sit and relax.” “We also have a large grassed

area where we can park up to four cars,” says Mark, “which is very handy as there’s absolutely nowhere to park outside the property.” “It was the location that we initially fell for,” says Sue, “and it really is

stunning. The house is no more than a two-minute walk from a Blue Flag beach, and the village has a good selection of shops as well as a lovely restaurant, and it’s a relatively easy location to get to and

from.” “We’re also just minutes from the coastal path,” adds Mark, “which is a beautiful walk, and the other nice thing about this area is we don’t get crowds of people coming during the summer months,

which for us is part of its charm.” “I’d describe the house as absolutely unique,” says Sue, “and it’s so full of character and charm. I for one will be extremely sad to sell, and I hope that its new owners will love

and enjoy it as much as we have.”


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 28.07.2015

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GOWERSituated in the heart of the charming, coastal Gower Village of Port Eynon and surrounded by an array of sandy beaches and woodland walks offering an outstanding coastline with many majestic bays and interesting coves to explore. Famed for becoming Britain’s first designated area of outstanding beauty and popular with locals and tourists alike. With rugged coastal walks and large expanse of family friendly, sandy beaches, coastal shops and beachside cafes. With Horton Bay on your doorstep which is popular with families and the surfing community, remaining relatively quiet throughout the year and offering the perfect environment for young families and retiriees alike.

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Gower itself is also blessed with Tudor Castles, Medieval Churches, Heritage Centres and family run pubs and restaurants which attract loyal patrons from far and wide. The absolutely charming coastal village of Mumbles is just a short distance away and is located to the west of The City of Swansea. The village itself offers a full array of quality restaurants and individual boutiques with beachside promenade that meanders along the coast with coffee shops, parks and ice cream parlours en-route. Alongside our award winning beaches, scenic coastal paths and Marina we are blessed with great sporting facilities. With championship golf courses, Olympic sized swimming pool and full array of water sports, horse riding and outdoor recreational activities are available.

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on 01792 367301

EXTERNALWith five bar gated vehicular and pedestrian access. Lawned area to the side with hedge borders and garage behind. Attractive courtyard to the front with a full array of colourful shrubs and flowers adding to the overall appeal and privacy here. There is a further enclosed courtyard to the rear of the property.

DIRECTIONSHeading on the South Gower Road follow the signs for Port Eynon. As you enter the village continue following signs for the beach, passed the church bearing right. The property is situated on the left hand side.

OPENING HOURSMonday – Friday: 9.00am – 5.30pmSaturday: 9.00am – 4.00pmSunday and out of hours by prior arrangement

CONTACT01792 [email protected]

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TENUREFreehold


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