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8/10 Good
Edward
Jun 20, 2025
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Arian, our one bedroom cottage
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2430.6 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff
- Rhondda Valley
- Brecon Mountain Railway21 min drive
- BikePark Wales23 min drive
- Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 01
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Arian, our one bedroom cottage
Arian is a one-bedroom cottage that has a beamed open plan layout providing spacious kitchen, dining and lounge areas. Victorian cast spiral staircase leads to a twin berth gallery bedroom and separate bathroom with power shower. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher.
Plenty of secure, well-lit parking
Set in the middle of fifteen private acres
Free hi-speed wifi
Full Sky TV including Movies & Sport
Underfloor heating & double glazing
Laundry and drying room
Private entrance & barbecue area
Woodburning stove
Bed-linen & towels
Locked bike store
BBike, boot and dog wash
Outdoor splash pool
Woodland walk
Access to the farm is via a drive which sweeps up from Cwmbach to a position of elevated tranquillity. Behind the farm is a four acre broadleaf wood and open fields which border the ‘nant’ (stream) which supplies our water.
Guests are able to enjoy this private wood which has direct access to the upland areas behind the farm which is classified “open country”.
The stone cottages and studios have flagstones and floorboards which have underfloor heating.
The Shepherds Hut has an electric convector heater
All properties have fresh linen, a modern bathroom, sink, microwave, hairdryer, television, wifi, kettle, toaster. All except Gwyn has e woodburner: we charge 5 GPB per night including logs.
Melyn and Arian cottages have a full kitchen with cooker and dishwasher and are on two floors.
Gwyn, our ground floor studio, is disabled friendly.
Plenty of secure, well-lit parking
Set in the middle of fifteen private acres
Free hi-speed wifi
Full Sky TV including Movies & Sport
Underfloor heating & double glazing
Laundry and drying room
Private entrance & barbecue area
Woodburning stove
Bed-linen & towels
Locked bike store
BBike, boot and dog wash
Outdoor splash pool
Woodland walk
Access to the farm is via a drive which sweeps up from Cwmbach to a position of elevated tranquillity. Behind the farm is a four acre broadleaf wood and open fields which border the ‘nant’ (stream) which supplies our water.
Guests are able to enjoy this private wood which has direct access to the upland areas behind the farm which is classified “open country”.
The stone cottages and studios have flagstones and floorboards which have underfloor heating.
The Shepherds Hut has an electric convector heater
All properties have fresh linen, a modern bathroom, sink, microwave, hairdryer, television, wifi, kettle, toaster. All except Gwyn has e woodburner: we charge 5 GPB per night including logs.
Melyn and Arian cottages have a full kitchen with cooker and dishwasher and are on two floors.
Gwyn, our ground floor studio, is disabled friendly.
Property manager
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Group parties
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets welcome
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Group parties
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 first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Aberdare
Located in Aberdare, this cottage is on a lake. Joseph Parry's Cottage and Ynysfach Engine House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cyfarthfa Park and Museum and Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage. Aberdare Swimming Pool and Zip World Tower are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taff
What's nearby
- Aberdare Park - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
- Brecon Beacons National Park - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
- Penderyn Distillery - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
- Brecon Mountain Railway - 21 min drive - 18.1 km
- BikePark Wales - 23 min drive - 22.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Prince of Wales Inn - 7 min drive
- Subway - 7 min drive
- The Marquis Inn - 6 min drive
- Baguette Xpress - 6 min drive
- Southern Fried Chicken - 6 min drive
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Reviews
8.8
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8.0/10
Check-in
8.0/10
Communication
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Location
8.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Rhian
Dec 24, 2023
A perfect stay in a beautiful cosy cottage.
Rhian
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10/10 Excellent
Christina
Nov 28, 2024
Lovely clean place, great views, and welcoming host.
Christina
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan S.
Oct 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
Jonathan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good
Sion
Dec 20, 2023
Perfect hideaway
Sion
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8/10 Good
Martijn
Oct 3, 2024
Excellent
Martijn
10/10 Excellent
ruby j.
Apr 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful place
ruby j.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good
Laura
Sep 21, 2024
A wonderful home from home
Laura
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10/10 Excellent
Helen
Dec 31, 2023
A taste of country living in cosy comfort.
Helen
10/10 Excellent
Angelica D.
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Angelica D.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good
Gemma
Jul 25, 2023
Pleasant stay in quiet cottage
Gemma
4/10 Poor
Dan O.
Oct 5, 2024
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Not good
Dan O.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Sharon
Jul 25, 2023
Very nice thank you and good walks for dogs
Sharon
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All properties have fresh linen, a modern bathroom, sink, microwave, hairdryer, television, wifi, kettle, toaster. All except Gwyn has e woodburner: we charge 5 GBP per night including logs.
Melyn and Arian cottages have a full kitchen with cooker and dishwasher and are on two floors.
Gwyn, our ground floor studio, is disabled friendly.
Melyn and Arian cottages have a full kitchen with cooker and dishwasher and are on two floors.
Gwyn, our ground floor studio, is disabled friendly.
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