Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch | House in Talley
1 Bedroom House in Llandeilo, Talley
Nestled in the heart of the Carmarthenshire countryside in Wales, Abbey Cottages offer four idyllic, family- and pet-friendly holiday cottages right next to the magical ruins of Talley Abbey. With over 20 acres of private woodland, meadows, lakes, and open pasture to explore, it’s the perfect place to reconnect with nature.
Escape the stresses of everyday life and enjoy a true sanctuary. Abbey Cottages is an ideal base for walking, fishing, cycling, bird-watching or simply relaxing.
THE COTTAGE:
As you walk in to Buzzards Watch, you will step in to an open plan kitchen/ living and dining area. The perfect place to enjoy quality time together. Two comfy sofas are gathered around an open fireplace, creating a cosy space that`s perfect for relaxing evenings in after a day of exploring or simply for enjoying the soothing sound of the fire during the colder Welsh months. From the front windows, enjoy views across the courtyard and towards the historic Abbey ruins.
A smart TV (with included Netflix subscription) plus a wide selection of family and party board games offer entertainment for all ages, whether you`re enjoying a quiet night in or a games night.
The dining table for five sits at the front of the cottage where guests can enjoy meals while looking out at the Abbey.
The kitchen with quaint cottage window overlooks the greenery behind and provides everything you need for relaxed home cooking. There’s an electric stove and oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher, and high-quality Sage appliances including a coffee machine, kettle and toaster.
Original features such as the beams above and the stone wall behind the dining table provide true rustic cottage charm.
Upstairs:
There are three cosy bedrooms upstairs to choose from, each offering storage, bedside tables and freshly laundered bedding and towels.
The first bedroom is perfect for one, with a comfy single bed and luxurious bedding and pillows.
Bedrooms 2 and 3 each provide a double bed in a quaint and characterful room, offering a cosy night`s sleep after a day of exploring the estate and beyond.
The bathroom includes a bath with overhead shower, sink and toilet.
Step outside to the front courtyard, where a table and two chairs provide an ideal spot for a morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. Guests at Buzzards Watch also have access to a shared communal garden with picnic benches and children’s play equipment, making this cottage a lovely escape for both couples and families alike.
Guests staying at Abbey Cottages have full access to the wider estate and are encourages to explore and immerse themselves into history and nature during their stay.
THE ESTATE:
The lake:
Once you’ve explored the striking and magical ruins of Talley Abbey, continue your journey back in time, wandering through the peaceful meadows, woodland and pastureland that make up our estate. After passing the grazing sheep, you will approach the two lakes which give Talley its original name (Talyllychau – the ‘Head of the Lakes’).
A thousand years old the Abbey may be, but these lakes are truly ancient, having been formed at the end of the last ice age by debris left by the retreating ice sheets. The two lakes are separated by a patch of wooded land centred on a low tree-covered mound - the remains of a motte and bailey castle, a native Welsh fortification built on wooden piles that would have stood here long before Lord Rhys dreamt of a tower that pierced the heavens. Today, the lakes are havens for wildlife. A wide variety of birds, including moorhens, mallards, swans and the odd pair of great-crested grebes build their nests around the tranquil waters: in the winter they are joined by ducks like teal, wigeon, tufted ducks, pochards, and goldeneyes. At night, otters visit to fish while bats are equally busy catching insects over the water or amongst the trees.
The Lower Lake, which is enclosed by trees and reed swamp, is managed as a Nature Reserve by the West Wales Wildlife Trust, due to the wildfowl, breeding ducks, grebes and swans that dwell around lake. A covered bird hide at the southern end of the Lower Lake is easily accessible from the cottage grounds. Further details on the bird-watching opportunities around the lake can be found here.
The Upper Lake has a mostly open and accessible shoreline, bordered by grassland, and has long been popular with anglers. Indeed, the location for Talley Abbey was chosen for its proximity to the fishing in the Upper Lake. Nowadays, guests staying at Abbey Cottages are welcome to try their hands fishing in the lake, just as the monks of Talley Abbey did nearly a thousand years ago.
Fishing at the Lakes:
We provide our guests with permission to fish in the lake closest to the property. However, as the lake is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), fishing is not permitted during the close season (15 March to 15 June inclusive).
For general guidance, please see the information below:
“On rivers with coarse fish (ie. all species except trout and salmon), there is a “Close Season” in spring which runs from March 15 to June 15 inclusive to protect coarse fish while they spawn. This means it is illegal to fish for coarse fish during this period on any river in England and Wales.
However, most other waters, such as lakes and canals, can be fished year round as long as you have permission from the owner with the exception of some waters which are designated as Sites of Special Scientific Interest where the coarse fish close season still applies.”
For further information, please consult official guidance online.
THE ABBEY
While Abbey Cottages are ideally situated for exploring the best of modern-day Carmarthenshire, we also invite our guests to experience a journey into Wales’ ancient past, to a time before the United Kingdom, when warlords vied for power and South Wales was ruled by a Welsh Prince.
Step out of the door of your cottage and allow your eye to be pulled upwards by a monumental structure, a ruined and ancient edifice of stone that towers above the modern church beside it. Visible from every window in Abbey Cottages, this ancient and magical ruin invites you to forgo your planned itinerary and instead travel back more than a thousand years ago, to a time when the land around Talley formed part of the Kingdom of Deheubarth, which stretched from the holy city of St David’s on the West Coast (which still exists today and is Britain’s smallest city) all the way to what is now the English border. In 1185, the ruler of this kingdom, Rhys ap Gruffydd, known as the Prince of South Wales, sought to demonstrate his wealth and power by founding the largest abbey ever built in Wales… Talley Abbey.
Sadly for the Lord Rhys, and for the White Canons, the religious order that would make the abbey their home, his power waned and the abbey was never fully finished. Nevertheless, it remained the religious centre for the area for more than three hundred years until its fate was finally sealed in the 16th century, when the King of England, Henry VIII, unable to obtain papal blessing for his divorce from Catherine of Aragon, declared himself Head of the Church and moved to seize the wealth of the monasteries. Over the following centuries, Talley Abbey fell into ruin leaving only the outline of its tower as a reminder of what once was. Today the stones of Talley Abbey can still be found in the older buildings around the ruins, including Abbey Cottages themselves.
Guests have access to all of the grounds at Abbey Cottages and are encouraged to explore our 20 acres of private woodland, meadows, lakes, and open pasture, as well as the nature reserve that is exclusively accessible from the estate grounds.
As well as full access to the cottage that they are staying in, guests also enjoy access to an enclosed shared garden, which has a picnic table and a range of outdoor games and equipment for children. The garden space is shared between cottages.
PET RULES:
Please pick up any waste from the garden or outdoor areas and dispose of it in the designated bins provided
Pets should not be left unattended at the property, whether indoors or outdoors, while you are away.
Pets are not allowed on the furniture, including beds, sofas, and chairs.
If any damage occurs, please notify us immediately so we can address the issue as soon as possible.
Please bring your pet’s bedding, towels, bowls, and any other items they might need during their stay.
Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch is located in Llandeilo. Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This House features Parking, Pet Friendly and TV to make your stay a comfortable one.
Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Llandeilo has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Llandeilo, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Towels provided
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Wood stove
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Toaster
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Coffee/tea maker
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Oven
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Dishwasher
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Onsite parking
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Car recommended
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Service animals exempt from fees
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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Fishing nearby
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Birdwatching nearby
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TV
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Games
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Books
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In a village
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On the lake
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In a rural location
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Children's games
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Garden
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
FAQ's
Is this Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch pet-friendly for guests?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch have a swimming pool?
No, this Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch?
Best-rates for the Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch starts from $150 per night with includes Parking, Pet Friendly, TV, Kitchen, Laundry, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Abbey Cottages Buzzards Watch?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
