Title: The Bookshelf 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 # The Bookshelf Cottage in Swansea with kitchen ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/83e7204b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/b341b845.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/fc137782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/4428414b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101900000/101895900/101895819/f7d8f818.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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 - Outdoor space - Parking included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## 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 Cottage in Swansea with kitchen 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 - 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 ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37220000/37218900/37218879/c3d9de0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Twelve Knights Port Talbot - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 7.8 Good 160 reviews £44 includes taxes & fees 2 Nov - 3 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=37218879&PinnedHotelID=37218879&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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check-in end time: 11:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## 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 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 ![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 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Swansea Bay - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Caswell Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles - Mumbles Pier - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles - Swansea University - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles #### Getting around - Swansea Station - 22 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 86 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Royal - ‬10 min walk - ‪Bistrot Pierre - ‬7 min walk - ‪Mumtaz - ‬5 min walk - ‪The William Hancock - ‬9 min walk - ‪The White Rose - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bookshelf pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Bookshelf? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Bookshelf? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Bookshelf? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Bookshelf located? > Situated in Swansea, this golf cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Oystermouth Castle and Swansea Bay. Langland Bay Beach and Gower Surfing School are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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