Ship Cottage

Ship Cottage is a traditional semi-detached stone cottage, full of history and seaside character, just a stone’s throw from Port Eynon beach on the Gower. Sleeping six across three bedrooms, with a woodburning stove, original features and sea views from two of the bedrooms, it is a wonderful, characterful base for a family seaside holiday on Britain’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

A characterful stone cottage by the beach

Unlike the sleek modern homes nearby, Ship Cottage trades on genuine period charm. Inside you will find original features — exposed stone walls and beams — alongside modern comforts, with a woodburning stove in the living room for relaxing after a day outdoors and a well-equipped kitchen for self-catering. Three bedrooms sleep six: a king-size room with an en-suite, plus a double and a twin, with two of the bedrooms enjoying lovely sea views.

Character and a beachside setting

With its woodburner, sea-view bedrooms and welcome for dogs, Ship Cottage is a relaxed, traditional base just moments from the sand. It is ideal for a family wanting cottage character close to the beach.

At a glance

• Sleeps 6 across 3 bedrooms (2 bathrooms)
• A stone’s throw from Port Eynon beach
• Woodburning stove and original features
• Sea views from two bedrooms; dog-friendly
• In Port Eynon, on the southern Gower

Where it is

Port Eynon is a relaxed Gower village with seafood spots, a pub and a fish and chip shop, and its wide sandy bay is moments from the cottage — perfect for swimming, rock-pooling and beach days, with the historic Salt House ruins at the end of the sand. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Swansea and Gower accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

The beach is the obvious draw, with safe sands for swimming and rock pools to explore, and the Salt House ruins to discover along the shore. From the cottage you are beautifully placed for the western Gower: the Wales Coast Path leads out to the dramatic headland of Worm’s Head and the famous sweep of Rhossili Bay, while Oxwich Bay and the iconic Three Cliffs Bay are a short drive away. The village pub and seafood spots are close by for a relaxed evening.

Who it suits

With its traditional character, woodburner, sea-view bedrooms and welcome for dogs, Ship Cottage suits families and couples who want a characterful base right by the beach. It is especially good for those who prefer period charm over a modern finish, with the sand and the coast path on the doorstep.

Good to know

The woodburner makes it inviting outside the summer months, and the sea-view bedrooms are a lovely touch. Being just a stone’s throw from the beach and the village, you can leave the car and enjoy Port Eynon on foot. It is a popular spot in summer, so booking ahead is recommended for the school holidays. The blend of exposed stone, beams and a woodburner gives Ship Cottage genuine character, and the sea-view bedrooms are a lovely touch, with the beach and the village just moments from the door.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does it sleep? Up to six guests across three bedrooms.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, it is a dog-friendly cottage.

How far is the beach? Port Eynon beach is just a stone’s throw away.

Do any bedrooms have sea views? Yes, two of the three bedrooms.

What is nearby? Port Eynon beach, the village, Worm’s Head and Rhossili.

Ship Cottage is a characterful, dog-friendly choice for a Gower seaside holiday. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.