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Charming four double-bedroom stone-built cottage in beautiful Vale of Glamorgan

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Ty Gwyn front aspect - guests have described it like the Tardis!
Main lounge
Small lounge, with open fire
Kitchen diner
Dining area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8162 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Wick, WLS
  • Place, St Donat's Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Trecco Bay
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Barry Island Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming four double-bedroom stone-built cottage in beautiful Vale of Glamorgan

A traditional oak-beamed cottage, in parts dating back over 300 years, in a rural village setting, sleeping up to eight people in four bedrooms. The accommodation also comprises two bathrooms, two reception rooms (including one with an open fire), a kitchen with large dining area, a downstairs cloakroom/utility room and two charming courtyard gardens, including one with BBQ.

Set in the unspoiled and historic Vale of Glamorgan, Ty Gwyn is in the heart of the village of Wick, with its medieval church, village shop, post office, village green and its two traditional country public houses.

The cottage is close to the Glamorgan Heritage Coastline (a stunning section of the Welsh Coast Path), beaches and other activities. Cowbridge, an attractive market town, is a 15-minute drive away, with the historic town of Llantwit Major being only a 10-minute drive. The house is within walking distance of the coastal path and is in a great location to participate in a range of activities, including horse riding, mountain biking, walking, cycling and surfing, with the sandy beaches at Southerndown, Llantwit Major and Ogmore only a short drive away; there are four golf courses within a 15-minute drive. Further afield, there are easy routes to Swansea and the Gower Peninsular, Cardiff and the south Wales valleys. The house is fully equipped to modern standards and is ideal for families wanting either a quite break or an activity-based holiday.

Only 20 minutes from the M4 and easy access via the main rail line into south Wales; Wick is also served by regular buses which run via the coastal villages to Bridgend, Barry and Cardiff.

Please be aware that the ground and first floor are not all on one level, and escape from the first floor in the case of kitchen fire is via the bedroom windows; please enquire from the owner for further details.

Reluctantly, we have had to increase our prices for 2024 and beyond owing to the new Fire-Safety Regulations, effective 1 October 2023. Various amendments to the property are scheduled for Autumn 2023 to ensure that we comply.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a non-smoking property, both inside and out. Cigarette ends left in the courtyards will incur a cleaning charge.
Any breakages or damage must be reported promptly to the owner.
Vaping inside the house is not allowed.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cowbridge

Located in Cowbridge, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. St Donat's Castle and Candleston Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Church, College and Lighthouses Walk and Southerndown Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Taskforce Paint Ball Games and Bridgend Minature Railway. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Wick, WLS

What's nearby

  • Dunraven Bay - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • St Donat's Castle - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Trecco Bay - 22 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Barry Island Beach - 26 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Royal Porthcawl Golf Club - 27 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Llantwit Major Station - 7 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Plough and Harrow - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Welsh Coffee Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coast Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Three Golden Cups - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming four double-bedroom stone-built cottage in beautiful Vale of Glamorgan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming four double-bedroom stone-built cottage in beautiful Vale of Glamorgan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming four double-bedroom stone-built cottage in beautiful Vale of Glamorgan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming four double-bedroom stone-built cottage in beautiful Vale of Glamorgan located?

This family-friendly Cowbridge cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of St Donat's Castle and Nash Point Fog Horn. Tresilian Bay and Dunraven Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Mr Huw Daniel

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Huw grew up in a coal-mining valley north of Port Talbot but knew the Vale area well. So when the opportunity came to purchase a second home in the area, we jumped at the chance to spend more time in such a beautiful and unspoilt area of South Wales. We have three children and live and work in Greater London but going to Ty Gwyn as often as we can.

Why they chose this property

"Modern but with character, spacious, comfortable, lots of 'extras', prompt and helpful communication with caring owner" are some of the comments made recently by guests who have stayed at Ty Gwyn.

What makes this property unique

We are now able to welcome guests to the Vale again. Please rest assured that we will take every effort to make your stay safe, comfortable and relaxed. For your peace of mind, we are following the latest advice from HomeAway:
1. Bed linen and towels will be washed at 60 C instead of the usual 40 C.
2. Kitchen and bathrooms and all frequent-contact surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned with the recommended disinfectant.
3. We will ensure non-contact checking in and out of the cottage.
4. Guests will be permitted to use the washing machine and dryer to wash items mid stay, if desired, and washing detergent will be provided.
5. We will supply generous amounts of hand wash, kitchen and bathroom cleaning materials, anti-bacterial wipes and hand-sanitising gel.
6. Guests will be requested to remove and store foot ware in the entrance lobby.
7. Unfortunately, we will have to cease our practice of leaving tea, coffee and kitchen basics such as condiments for our guests.

As you will appreciate, we have had to add a modest surcharge, temporarily, to cover the cost of the additional procedures listed above.

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