HOLIDAY HOTSPOT
WELCOME to the pictureperfect Welsh holiday cottage that’s so popular it’s booked until June 2022. Staycations have never been more popular than now and we are lucky to have so many beautiful places to stay in Wales.
But if you have your eye on one particular cottage then you have a long wait if you haven’t already booked.
Offering a panoramic view of Rhossili Bay and Worm’s Head Island, the Old Rectory is the only building on the world-famous bay.
And anyone who has been to Rhossili in Gower will have seen the splendidly isolated white house standing in acres of its own space above the beach.
According to National Trust, the next availability is a three-night stay on June 13, 2022, which will cost an eye-watering £1,884 and the next seven-night stay is December 15, 2022, which will set you back £2,949. For those looking for a post-Christmas getaway next year, there are also three nights available from December 26, 2022, which will cost £1,917.
Then they are fully booked again until September 2023.
The cottage is often booked by guests up to two years in advance.
Mainly guests from the UK stay here but they have even had visitors from as far as Saint Lucia in the Caribbean.
What makes the Old Rectory so special is its setting on a raised terrace in the centre of the dramatic landscape with uninterrupted views of the sea and the tidal island of Worm’s Head.
Built in the 1800s, the house has had an intriguing past – from its role as a base for radar workers during World War II, to starring in the hit TV series Torchwood.
Recently renovated, the spacious four-bedroom house features lightflooded rooms, a large kitchen and cosy log burners.
On a summer’s evening the cottage’s garden is the perfect place to sit out and watch the sun set over the beach.
With the beach just on your doorstep, the Old Rectory is ideal for family and friends celebrating a special occasion.
Whether you want to sunbathe on the golden sands, fly a kite, build sandcastles, walk along the cliff-top, or swim in the sea, Rhossili Bay can offer it all, which makes it no surprise why this place is so popular.
The beach is also one of South Wales’ best surfing spots and the cottage has storage for surfboards and body boards in the outhouse.
Rachel Johnston, head of National Trust Holidays, said: “The Old Rectory is one of our most popular holiday cottages, with many guests returning time after time.
“Recently renovated to a high standard with coastal touches that fit the stunning seaside location, which coupled with incredible views ensures a holiday here is a truly wonderful experience.
“The cottage is often booked by guests up to two years in advance and newly released dates sell out very quickly on our website, although you can occasionally find the odd break if you check regularly.
“Even before the coronavirus pandemic the majority of bookings for this cottage come from within the UK, however we’ve welcomed guests from as far as Saint Lucia to this beautiful spot in Wales.”