Afan Cottage - Self catering holiday cottage in Blaengwynfi, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales - Sleeps 8
Afan Cottage
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Afan Cottage is located amongst the stunning scenery of the Afan Valley on the edge of the village of Blaengwynfi. It is surrounded by hills with spectacular views and provides comfortable accommodation for up to eight guests in three bedrooms (plus sofabed). Downstairs there is a large lounge and through dining room, with a pool/snooker table ideal for relaxing after an active day outdoors.
The cottage is situated at the end of a no through road with open countryside beyond. This area is outstanding in terms of natural beauty with a great selection of walks from the forested valley floors to the windswept mountain tops (a good selection of maps are provided for guests use). There are many paths leading into the hills and the cycle track connecting onto the Afan trails leading into the area known as Little Switzerland.
There is plenty to do in the area particularly for those that enjoy the great outdoors with the Afan Argoed Visitor Centre five miles away, and the Glencorrwg Mountain Biking Centre three miles away. Afan Cottage is spacious and ideal as a family retreat. It is also perfect for mountain bikers, with its own secure lock up and cleaning facilities. The village has a mini-market, hardware store, Chinese takeaway and, importantly, a good pub within walking distance.
The Afan Forest is currently the fastest growing Mountain Biking area in the country with its two dedicated mountain biking centres within the local area. Blaengwynfi is on the low level trail leading to the Glyncorrwg and Afan Argoed Mountain Biking Centres. The trails have been carved out of hillsides and the valley has been transformed into single track heaven.
Afan Forest Park is home to five world class trails:‘Y Wal’, the ‘Penhydd’, ‘White’s Level’, ‘Skyline’ and 'W2' and is the only UK trail destination so far to feature in the ‘What Mountain Bike Magazine’ as one of the ten best places to ride “before you die”.
There is plenty to see and do in the area. Margam Country Park is nearby with one thousand acres of glorious parkland offering history, wildlife, coarse fishing and pure natural beauty. Beautiful sandy beaches at Porthcawl are just a twenty minute drive away and the Aberdulais Falls Museum which is set in a steep gorge is an interesting place to visit, demonstrating the power of water and its impact on industry.
There is sailing and yacht hire at Oxwich Bay, The Gower and Swansea Marina; horse riding at Cimla riding centre; scuba diving around the Gower and swimming at Cymmer swimming pool.
If you enjoy the Great Outdoors and are looking for an active holiday, this is the perfect place with everything on your doorstep.
Facilities
Log Burner Near Pub/Restaurant Garden/Outside Area Bike Storage Internet Access Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Satellite/cable TV Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Shower Bath Kingsize Bed Accessible via Public Transport
The cottage can sleep up to eight and offers the following accommodation:
Two twin bedrooms that can be rearranged as doubles.
Bunk bed room upstairs (and sofa bed downstairs).
Drying area.
Bathroom with separate shower and bath.
Large open plan reception room with a dining area and a comfy sitting room with a sofa bed and a pretty multi-fuel burner. Features include a large flatscreen colour television with Freesat box, DVD player and sound system with plenty of room for a group of up to eight to eat together and relax.
Well equipped kitchen including oven, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Outside there are two secure bike lock ups holding up to eight bikes and a raised garden with BBQ and seating area with stunning views of the fields and mountains that surround the property.
Additional information: All bed linen and towels are included, as is electricity and gas. A basket of logs and firelighters makes up a welcome pack along with tea, coffee and milk. The cottage has a pool table with a wooden cover that doubles up as a dining table.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £275 Mid Season from £400 High Season from £400 Peak Season £440
Key details:
Star Rating: 3 Star Pets: Yes Smoking: No Children: Yes Changeover Day: Friday
Payment options:
Please enquire with owner
Bedroom configuration:
Sleeps 8 people in 3 bedrooms (2 Twins/Doubles, 1 Bunk bed rm + Sofa bed)
Group booking details:
All male groups: Please enquire with owner
All female groups: Please enquire with owner
Catering Available: No
Owner's details:
Owner: Becky & Hugh Robertson click Contact Details for owner´s phone number and email address.
Afan Cottage joined Independent Cottages in May 2010
As a group of 8 girl non-bikers who just fancied getting away, we were slightly worried that there may not be much to do in the area. But the Welcome info provided us with plenty of ideas, and it was wonderful just being in such beautiful countryside! The cottage was clean and comfortable and really cosy with the log burning fire. We also had a fab time playing on the pool table.Carley Duckett, August 2010
The facilities at the cottage for bikes are first rate with two Asgard Access stores for 8 bikes, bolted to the floor with shrouded paddlocks, and a superb power washer. We were able to chill out around the pool table in the evening, relaxed in the knowledge our bikes were not going anywhere! Brian White, London, August 2010
We have enjoyed ourselves very very much, and had a wonderful time! Many many thanks for all, particularly letting us borrow a freezer for all our kosher food. Hillary Regal, London, August 2010
The cottage is very comfortable, which was lucky as we did not have very good weather! We did get out on our bikes as a family, and the trails are great. Sandra Apsley, Manchester, September 2010
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Log Burner
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