Otters Holt is a stone-built terraced cottage in the heart of Talley village, Carmarthenshire, Wales. Part of the Abbey Cottages complex, it sits in the shadow of a ruined 12th-century abbey among 23 acres of meadow and hedgerows. The cottage holds a perfect 5-star rating across all four published reviews. It sleeps three guests and two well-behaved dogs are welcome.

The setting is genuinely special. Upper Talley Lake is 0.2 miles away. A meadow leads directly from the property down to the water's edge. The Bannau Brycheiniog National Park is 8.5 miles away. Llandeilo recently voted Best Place to Live in Wales by the Sunday Times is just 7.4 miles.

Three characterful bedrooms sleep up to three guests a double with abbey views and blue sky wallpaper, a pretty twin and a tastefully furnished single. One bathroom has a bath with shower over. The open-plan living space features a woodburning stove. Note: this property has no hot tub.

Nearby highlights include Dinefwr Castle (7 miles), Carreg Cennen Castle (10 miles), Aberglasney Gardens (8 miles) and the Talley Abbey ruins on your doorstep. Direct access to the Talley Woodlands walking routes is included.

Otters Holt suits couples, small families or friends wanting proper Welsh countryside. Book it alongside three sister cottages to accommodate up to 22 guests.