Title: The Bookshelf Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=9958&destination=Swansea%2C+Wales%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=101895819&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Bookshelf ## Photo gallery for The Bookshelf ![Beach nearby - The Bookshelf (Swansea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/b8ab57a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Bookshelf (Swansea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/20f8d385.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - The Bookshelf (Swansea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/c5802e59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils - The Bookshelf (Swansea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/306c1659.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - The Bookshelf (Swansea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/fc137782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Bookshelf provides amenities, such as an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Bookshelf A garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage features a kitchen, free WiFi and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Kitchens offer kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![House (3 Bedrooms) | 3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123810000/123801900/123801855/0e23115d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tyle Teg - 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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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 The Bookshelf Cottage The Bookshelf Swansea The Bookshelf Cottage Swansea ## About the area Located in Swansea, this cottage is next to a golf course and near the beach. Ceri Richards Gallery and Egypt Centre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Quadrant Shopping Centre and Swansea Market. Clyne Gardens and Blackpill Lido are also worth visiting. [Visit our Swansea travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swansea.dx9958) [View more Cottages in Swansea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swansea-Cottages.d9958-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C51.57556%2C-4.00268&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UGi-yFaIU85nXIWaBK0WQDYHEOc=) 58 Newton Road Mumbles, Swansea, Wales, SA3 4BQ ### What's nearby - ![Oystermouth Castle featuring heritage elements and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086489/13a02061-4f7d-4f2e-9317-d78ee12a4564.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oystermouth Castle 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Morning stroll ☀️🌊 #summer #coast #beach #scenic #gower #seansea #langland #wales ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084828/dc725782-c8a5-44bf-8316-a0c313e468e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Langland Bay Beach 14 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Caswell Bay Beach which includes a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086535/e06dc1be-f5f5-4461-a137-11ed49dac5a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Caswell Bay Beach 5 min drive \- 1.3 miles - ![Mumbles Pier featuring general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086373/34018abb-35bd-4f76-b263-8e3400a35244.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mumbles Pier 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Swansea Bay 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Swansea Station 22 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) 86 min drive ### Restaurants - The William Hancock 9 min walk - Mumtaz 5 min walk - The Mumbles Lounge 10 min walk - Bistrot Pierre 7 min walk - The White Rose 3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bookshelf pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Bookshelf? ### What time is check-in at The Bookshelf? ### What time is check-out at The Bookshelf? ### Where is The Bookshelf located? ## Have a question? 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