Title: Seaside Elegance: Luxury Retreat with a South-Facing Porcelain Courtyard Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Seaside Elegance: Luxury Retreat with a South-Facing Porcelain Courtyard Holiday home in Aberaeron with patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101110000/101101600/101101506/c5db0174.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101110000/101101600/101101506/acb09d2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101110000/101101600/101101506/9ecbd575.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101110000/101101600/101101506/7373fe16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101110000/101101600/101101506/7392970a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Aberaeron, Gwel y don offers a charming retreat with an open plan living area, perfect for socialising and cooking. Unwind in the cosy living room by the wood burning stove or relax in the south facing courtyard with outdoor furniture and BBQ. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Sea view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Seaside Elegance: Luxury Retreat with a South-Facing Porcelain Courtyard Gwel y don is a recently renovated seafront cottage offering short and long stay vacations within the colourful Georgian town of Aberaeron. The property offers open plan living with a stunning south facing porcelain courtyard to enjoy the sound of the rolling waves and smell of fresh sea air. During the summer months enjoy outdoor living with friends and family. Layout The property offers open plan living; a large kitchen with dining area to enjoy cooking whilst socialising. An adjoining reception area that can be used for reading and relaxing, or space for the children to play. A step leads up to a cosy living room area housing 2 sofas and a wood burning stove. Downstairs there is a large shower room and upstairs a bathroom with a roll top bath enjoying the views of the distant sea. Sleeping Arrangements 3 bedrooms, sleeping 6 people. A king size bedroom at the front of the property with smart TV. A double room overlooks the rear of the property. There is also a single room that has the option to make into a cosy double or twin, ideal for children. Exterior There is a stunning south facing porcelain courtyard to enjoy the sound of the rolling waves and smell of fresh sea air. During the summer months enjoy outdoor living with friends and family. Includes outdoor furniture and BBQ ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Boat - Cycling nearby - Hiking nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107630000/107624200/107624118/c2c5fcea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island House, Aberaeron Aberaeron - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=107624118&PinnedHotelID=107624118&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85620000/85613000/85612967/4fb94032.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Apartment in the heart of the Georgian Town of Aberaeron Aberaeron - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 35 reviews £133 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=85612967&PinnedHotelID=85612967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules No Smoking No Parties ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events are allowed on site Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as BooksterListing153034 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.24368%2C-4.26176&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=06f_T44Px8wokM-ZBc-KzroU6aY=) Aberaeron, Wales #### What's nearby - Llanerchaeron - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles - Harbour Beach - 12 min drive - 8.0 miles - Llangrannog Beach - 24 min drive - 17.0 miles - Aberystwyth Beach - 32 min drive - 20.8 miles - Aberystwyth University - 32 min drive - 21.0 miles #### Getting around - Aberystwyth Station - 26 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 146 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Llond Plat - ‬4 min walk - ‪New Celtic Restaurant & Take-away - ‬2 min walk - ‪Castle Hotel - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Sea Horse Inn - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Moody Cow - ‬7 min drive ## Have a question? 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