Gilfach Gower Farm

From £125 For 1 night, 2 adults 2 reviews
Hot tub behind the yurt (added by manager 16 Nov 2022)

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Hot tub behind the yurt (added by manager 16 nov 2022)
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Hand-painted mongolian yurt (added by manager 14 nov 2022)

  • Luxury yurt on a Carmarthenshire farm with Brecon Beacons views
  • A 20-minute drive to Llandeilo, and 50 minutes to Brechfa Forest
  • Hot tub, kitchen and toiletries provided; food boxes to order
What could be more relaxing than a stay in a luxurious yurt on a Carmarthenshire working farm? With views to the Brecon Beacons, Gilfach Gower Farm hugs the foothills of Betws Mountain near Ammanford. On site, all is geared to relaxation – you don’t even have to bring food along, as barbecue, picnic and breakfast boxes are all available to order when you arrive (for an extra cost), and come brimming with fresh farm produce. The single spacious and luxuriously styled hand-painted Mongolian yurt sits in its own wildflower meadow, enclosed by hedgerows and trees for complete privacy. It can comfortably sleep four – just the job for families – with a king-size bed and two singles (one doubles as a sofa during the day). Upcycled furniture promises high-end comfort, with bedding, blankets, towels and rather posh toiletries provided. You’ll always be warm as the yurt is fully insulated and kept cosy by a handmade woodburning stove (with seasoned wood provided from the farm). Outside, the dining area has a kettle barbecue and firepit, and tucked behind the yurt – away from prying eyes – is a hot tub. On clear nights, grab a glass of fizz, sit back among the bubbles and gaze up at the stars. Still can’t unwind? Unlikely – but if that’s the case, book a yoga lesson to help you along. The yurt is at the top of a sloping field and it’s a short walk (bring appropriate footwear) to the private shower room, fully equipped kitchen and adjacent parking. Travelling without a car? Arrange pick-ups from local train and bus stations in advance.

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open all year
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • Guests under the age of 3 are not allowed on site.
  • Bookings must not be for more than 28 consecutive nights.
  • No cars/motorcycles at the site. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

10

Overall rating based on 2 reviews View breakdown

100%

would recommend this campground to a friend

100%

would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Kitchen and bathroom facilities were great too and really clean

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 4
Amanda L. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Yurt

Liked: Oh my gosh this was a wonderful weekend. A brilliant combination of being able to help out with the animals but also have free time to relax with my family. Myself and my two boys absolutely loved having cuddles with the lambs and helping with the goats. The breakfast pack was also a brilliant buy some fresh farm produce for a delicious fry up. The yurt was lovely and warm (we actually had to open the door for a while in the evening as it was really toasty. We will definitely be back.

Disliked: Leaving!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site with clean facilities and very friendly hosts

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
randy h. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Yurt

Liked: Great site, not far from local town but far enough to be secluded. Great accommodation and fantastic host.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Playground

Recreation room/arcade

TV room

Takeout

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available

Car parking by site/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Free wifi

Grocery store

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Laundromat

Local produce

Parent & baby washroom

Payphone

Pick-up from public transport

Picnic table

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Restrooms

Shower available

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed

Barbecue provided

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Themes

Gastronomic delight

Hikers’ paradise

Lake and/or mountain

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Dump station

Electric car charging point(s)

Propane/gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Location

Gilfach Gower Farm

Argoed Road

Ammanford

Carmarthenshire

Wales

SA18 2PR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.77798°N
-3.97531°W

Nearest transport

Bus
4.9 mi Library
4.9 mi Library
8.1 mi Bus Station
Rail
1 mi Pantyffynnon Rail Station
1.5 mi Ammanford Rail Station
3.2 mi Llandybie Rail Station
Ferry
11.6 mi Swansea Queens Dock Ferry Terminal
Airport
12.8 mi Swansea Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

While staying at Gilfach Gower Farm, you're welcome to join owner Sarah to meet all the farm residents. On the agenda are hairy Highland cows and calves, sheep (with cute little lambs in spring), pygmy goats and free-range hens – not forgetting the Border collie Midge. If you can lure the kids away from the animals, Carmarthenshire has an abundance of great walks and cycle routes; the Amman Valley River Walk (five minutes’ drive) is definitely worth a try, as is mountain biking in the Brechfa Forest (50 minutes). Too adventurous? Stroll the old drover’s path to the ruins of Penlle’r Castell (Norman Castle) on the slopes of Mynydd y Betws (50 minutes’ walk). Ammanford (five minutes’ drive) is a former coal-mining town full of heritage and charm, with a great selection of restaurants, coffee shops and pubs, as well as some unusual shops in the Victorian Arcade. The pretty market town of Llandeilo (20 minutes) is also packed with visitor attractions and foodie delights, and has masses of arty things going on all year.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Swansea Bay 11.5 mi Estuary Good Good N/A Good
Aberafan 14.4 mi Estuary N/A Good Good Good
Bracelet Bay 14.5 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Langland Bay 14.6 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Caswell Bay 14.6 mi Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Carreg Cennen Castle 4.5 mi

Aberglasney Gardens 8 mi

National Botanic Garden of Wales 8.6 mi

National Wetland Centre Wales 10.2 mi

Aberdulais Falls 10.8 mi

National Trust

Aberdeunant 7.3 mi

Aberdulais Falls 10.8 mi

Dolaucothi Gold Mines 18.5 mi

Rhossili Visitor Centre and Shop 19.8 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

CWM CLYDACH (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 29/09/1995) 4.4 mi

Carreg Cennen Castle 5.7 mi

Fan Foel - Bannau Sir Gaer - Llyn y Fan Fach 12.9 mi

Tafarn-y-Garreg - Fan Hir - Fan Brycheiniog 13.6 mi

The Secret Valley of Bishopston 13.7 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Carmarthenshire?

  • Does Gilfach Gower Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Gilfach Gower Farm dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Gilfach Gower Farm? While staying at Gilfach Gower Farm, you're welcome to join owner Sarah to meet all the farm residents. On the agenda are hairy Highland cows and calves, sheep (with cute little lambs … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Gilfach Gower Farm?
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  6 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Gilfach Gower Farm? From $157.75 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.