Melin Llanrhian
MELIN LLANRHIAN
Holiday Cottage, Solva, Pembrokeshire
Step back in time, while enjoying all the comforts of modern living with a stay at five-star Melin Llanrhian.
Located on the edge of the peaceful hamlet of Llanrhian, near Porthgain, this beautiful stone watermill has been tastefully renovated to create an idyllic three-bedroom holiday cottage.
The 19th-century, grade II-listed property offers you a relaxing rural getaway, within easy reach of the Pembrokeshire coast. Built in 1827, Melin Llanrhian was treated to a further conversion in 2018 to create the spacious yet cosy holiday let that is waiting to welcome you. It’s perfect for couples or families and can now welcome one dog, by arrangement.
Outside, you’ll find a restored stone-built mill pond, where the water was redirected from the stream and released on to the head race over the wheel. What’s more, you can view the original mill machinery, which is displayed behind glass in the sitting room.
Melin Llanrhian, which now sleeps six, boasts two wood-burning stoves, a new, fully-fitted kitchen, and an attractive sunroom, situated over the waterwheel. The sunroom’s large, bi-fold glass doors allow sunlight to stream in, and these doors open to a terrace with lighting and garden furniture. Here you can enjoy a view of the garden and its array of birdlife, and there’s an extra set of French doors that open to a gravel area.
And why not swap a night in for an evening under the stars? The secluded rural location makes Melin Llanrhian the ideal place to enjoy a spot of stargazing. Grab a blanket and a warm drink, and gaze at the wonders of the clear skies above.
Also, if you’re planning a holiday with a larger group, the neighbouring cottage, Glowty’r Felin, can be booked with Melin Llanrhian.
Melin Llanrhian is situated in a quiet, rural location in the hamlet of Llanrhian, near the picturesque coastal village of Porthgain.
Here, the night skies are free from light pollution. In fact, Pembrokeshire is a must-see destination if you’re a seasoned astronomer or are new to stargazing. The county has eight Dark Sky Discovery Sites, including Garn Fawr, near Strumble Head; and Sychpant picnic site in the Gwaun Valley, near Newport. Gaze at the night sky and you might see the spectacle of the Milky Way or the constellations such as Orion.
Full address: Melin Llanrhian, Llanrhian Mill Cottages, Llanrhian, Pembrokeshire, SA62 5BQ
Sitting room/dining area
The comfortable, cosy sitting room features a warming, wood-burning stove and original beams. The room has been carefully restored to maintain its character.
There are two generously sized sofas, a TV, and large glass double doors that open out on to the enclosed patio for summer evenings and al fresco dining.
In the dining area there’s a table and chairs for six, while you can view the mill workings through safety glass, which can be illuminated.
There’s stylish slate flooring throughout the ground floor, and a beautiful oak staircase leads from the dining area to the bedrooms and shower room on the first floor.
Mobile phone reception is patchy, but there’s a landline for you to use, with an honesty box.
Kitchen
The character of the cottage is followed through in the fitted kitchen with its exposed stone walls. There’s also a dining table and chairs.
Utility room
With a washing machine, tumble-dryer, and space for your shoes, wellies, coats etc.
Sunroom
With a log-burning stove and glass bi-fold doors opening on to the terrace.
Ground-floor bathroom
Conveniently located downstairs, the stylish bathroom is fully tiled, and has a bath with an overhead power shower and a shower screen. There’s also a washbasin, toilet and bidet.
Master double bedroom
A pretty double bedroom with French windows, a wardrobe and chest of drawers.
Bedroom 2
A charming new addition to the property is the extra double bedroom, with character beams and whitewashed stone walls.
Bedroom 3
A twin bedroom with bespoke bunk beds and a side table with lamp.
Shower room
The fully-tiled shower room has a shower cubicle with a power shower, a washbasin and a toilet.
Patio
From the enclosed patio you can enjoy beautiful views over the mill race and stream to the hamlet of Llanrhian. With garden furniture and a barbecue area, it’s just the spot for outdoor dining or simply relaxing.
Our guests say…
A stunning example of self-catering accommodation, Melin Llanrhian was always a striking and impressive house. As a former mill it had loads of character, plus the impressive workings, glass-screened and able to be viewed from the lounge. The owners have taken the property on to another level with the stunning sunroom and kitchen extension overlooking the grounds, in which there has also been much work done. Guests now have even more space in a property which combines contemporary style and character. The property now sleeps six instead of four. Melin Llanrhian has now achieved a five-star grading.
IN BRIEF
BOOK YOUR STAY
Bookings are Friday to Friday.
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PAYMENT DETAILS
Deposit 25% non-refundable, or full amount immediately if booking is within 8 weeks of the start of your holiday.
Balance 8 weeks before start of holiday.
AVAILABILITY
Melin Llanrhian
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