End of the Lane

Situated less than five minutes' walk from Mumbles seafront, this renovated fisherman's cottage is a charming address in a particularly picturesque corner of south Wales.

Aside from the exposed brickwork around the living room's fireplace, contemporary design is king here, with smart parquet flooring, chic furnishings and sparing use of colour all making for a space that's pleasing to the eye. The surfboard hanging on the dining room wall is a nice nod to the local area, while the views of Oystermouth Castle and Swansea Bay from the top-floor bedroom are rather special, too.

However, it's also a home that's innately cosy, too. After a bracing dip in the sea, it's easy to warm up next to the crackling log burner or in the large P-shaped bathtub. When the evenings are warm, the courtyard garden complete with an outdoor shower, a barbecue and alfresco seating is sure to be the setting for long feasts that stretch on into the night.

As countless families and groups of friends will attest, Mumbles is a fantastic location for an action-packed holiday and there are plenty of beaches to be discovered nearby, including Langland Bay four minutes' drive away. There's a good choice of restaurants, plus the Pier and Oystermouth Castle, that can be reached on foot, while the salt marshes and castles of the Gower AONB are but a short drive away.

Home truths:
*The home is spread over two floors with no elevator
*There's no designated parking space, but there's free parking available on the streets nearby as well as a twenty-four car park by the seafront that costs around £6 a day and might be more suitable for larger vehicles
*Your host can provide a travel cot, high chair and safety gates for free upon request