Thoroughly modern Milling in Mumbles, Swansea

Thoroughly modern Milling Self-Catering

This home in South Wales had a previous life as a watermill, which is clear from features like the stone spiral staircase and the oak beams. There's a great sense of space and a modern mix of old and new. We love its living room, with its vaulted ceiling, log burner, and its comfortable, contemporary leather sofas, and the bar billiards in the garden lounge room.

But it's outside where the magic really happens. A tucked-away, private spot with a large patio and terraces, you'll find a couple of big surprises out here – a hot tub sunken into the deck and a private sauna. The trickle of the nearby stream is the relaxing background sound in the outdoor seating area and there's storage out here if you're bringing your bikes.

Exploring the beautiful Gower Peninsula is a must. The beaches of Mumbles, Caswell Bay and Penmaen are all within a twenty-minute drive, and Pennard Castle is just five minutes away by car.

Home truths:
*Keep an eye on smaller guests and pets when leaving the home – the front gate leads right onto a country road
*If you want to fire up the wood burner, you'll need to bring your own wood
*Pet lovers rejoice – up to two dogs are welcome at this home
*A car is essential for navigating the Gower – there is space for two cars to park comfortably
*A travel cot is available
*There's an additional two-ring gas hob in the kitchen that's not for guest use
*The home comes with Sky Q with a full Sky package including sports and cinema
*There's electric heating here
*You'll have laptop-friendly workspace and fast wi-fi
*The garden is gated with plenty of storage for bikes and surfboards