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AN EDWARDIAN VILLA IN THE HEART OF THE SMALL MARKET TOWN OF COWBRIDGE

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Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cowbridge, WLS
  • The Royal Mint Experience
    16 min drive
  • Principality Stadium
    18 min drive
  • Barry Island Beach
    31 min drive
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    25 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

AN EDWARDIAN VILLA IN THE HEART OF THE SMALL MARKET TOWN OF COWBRIDGE

A little holiday gem! 81 Eastgate is a classic Edwardian villa situated in the heart of the small market town of Cowbridge in South Wales and is located on the main and only shopping street with a big choice of restaurants, wine bars, pubs and bistros - many within a hundred yards. The villa is decorated and comfortably furnished in the Art Nouveau style and has a lovely peaceful garden to the rear.
On the ground floor there is a principal front reception room with stunning fireplace, a dining room, a conservatory (garden room) and kitchen and utility room
On the first floor there are two double bedrooms and also a single bedroom furnished with bunk beds, plus a principal bathroom with bath and an ensuite bathroom/dressing room with shower
On the 2nd floor there is a play room with pool table
The house is fully equiped to a high standard with wi-fi and television
The double doors from the garden room lead out to the mature and private gardens. Features include flag stoned patio with outside furniture, barbeque, al fresco 'Italianate' dining table with benches, outdoor table tennis and a shaded arbour for quiet relaxation.
There is parking for a car at the rear of the garden
Cowbridge is very conveniently located near the A48 main road, so you're only a quick car journey away from the centre of Cardiff, the beautiful Vale of Glamorgan coast line or well placed to travel further west to visit Swansea or the Gower Peninsular. Our favourite beaches include Southerndown, Ogmore by sea, Merthyr Mawr (with their famous sand dunes) and Porthcawl. There are three golf courses close to Cowbridge
A trip to Duffryn Gardens is a must! - a National Trust House with extensive and very famous formal gardens. Cowbridge physic garden is a delight, just inside the old town walls
The City of Cardiff, being only 20 minutes away, holds innumerable attractions; shopping centres, dozens of restaurants, theatres, cinemas, exhibitions, stadiums, Cardiff Castle, The Millennium Concert and Opera house, Marinas and Cardiff Bay ... the list goes on!

Property manager

Eleanor and Michael Eddershaw

Languages

English, Italian
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

Events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cowbridge

Cowbridge is home to this villa. St. Fagans National Museum of History and St. Fagans Walk are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cardiff Castle and Saint Fagan's Castle. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Principality Stadium or Cardiff International Arena. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Cowbridge, WLS

What's nearby

  • The Royal Mint Experience - 16 min drive
  • Cardiff Castle - 18 min drive
  • Principality Stadium - 18 min drive
  • Cardiff Bay - 19 min drive
  • Barry Island Beach - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Llantwit Major Station - 10 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fox and Hounds - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪1 Town Hall Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bar 44 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mughal Emperor - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is AN EDWARDIAN VILLA IN THE HEART OF THE SMALL MARKET TOWN OF COWBRIDGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at AN EDWARDIAN VILLA IN THE HEART OF THE SMALL MARKET TOWN OF COWBRIDGE?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AN EDWARDIAN VILLA IN THE HEART OF THE SMALL MARKET TOWN OF COWBRIDGE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AN EDWARDIAN VILLA IN THE HEART OF THE SMALL MARKET TOWN OF COWBRIDGE located?

Situated in Cowbridge, this villa is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Beaupre Castle and within 6 miles (10 km) of Church, College and Lighthouses Walk and Cottrell Park Golf Resort. Penmark Castle and Tresilian Bay are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, lovely location.
Beautiful house and lovely setting in the old town of Cowbridge. Most of the house was very clean - though the skirting boards in most rooms were a bit dirty. We also had a drainage problem while we were there but it was successfully dealt with very promptly. We really enjoyed our stay there and the accommodation and equipment was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall impression
When we arrived the property was not ready for us. The beds were not made and there was a bag of rubbish in the kitchen. In addition the garden and parking area was overgrown. All of this was sorted after a phone call to the owner who arranged for a cleaner the same evening and a gardener two days later. In addition prior to the stay I followed a link see the trip detail and kept getting messages that I had no trips planned. When I put up a question about this I got a message from the owner that everything was Ok for our arrival. Not the case (see above) It seems to me that there was a lack of communication about getting the property ready. One final point is some of the paving in the garden needs sorting as they are trip hazards.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location on the High Street to be able to walk to all the little independent shops, cafes, Waitrose supermarket and Tesco express and the lovely Physic Gardens all less than 20 minutes walk. Also great for driving to see Caerphilly Castle, Mumbles lighthouse, Penarth Pier all around half an hour away. Parking was very easy - unpacked using the space at the front of the house then moved the car round the back to the private space off road. Property was very clean, bedding lovely and fresh, lots of space and had all you needed in the kitchen including a dishwasher! Sunroom was our favourite place to chill. We enjoyed having the pool table on the top floor and the table tennis table in the garden - and Alexa was a fun bonus. Although the fittings and furniture are a bit worn it was only one factor in what was a great holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vale of Glamorgan
Very spacious and nicely furnished . Loved the garden.Ideal location for visiting town and surrounding places . Plenty to see and do. Very impressive Physic Garden in Cowbridge worth a visit Recommended as an ideal staycation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leszek K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy and well equipped accommodation
We really enjoyed our stay at this delightful and well equipped property that is conveniently located in Cowbridge. It was warm and cosy and had everything that we needed for a pleasant stay; any questions or concerns that we had were addressed promptly by Lee. It also offered us good access to the surrounding area, including Cardiff and the coast.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edwardian villa
A great location for enjoying the delights of Cowbridge and the Vale of Glamorgan. Tastefully decorated in Art Nouveau style and well equipped for cooking and dining in - much as there are plenty of shops and restaurants in easy walking distance. A very good choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location within a great town with history and plenty of amenities.
Large property with lovely gardens, table tennis and pool table included. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic
Lovely place to stay and the garden is wonderful. Really enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location and House
The accommodation is spacious, comfortable and well equipped; everything you need, particularly for a long stay. Bed linen and towels are changed every week and any cleaning done as required. The house was in the main street in Cowbridge within easy walking distance of shops, major supermarket, parks and walks; also plenty cafes, pubs and restaurants. Well located for those wishing to tour South Wales.
Stayed 42 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maggie P., YORK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing
What an amazing property. Garden is stunning, the house spectacular, a perfect location. 20 mins from anywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Don U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place in a convenient spot.
81 Eastgate is on the main shopping street of Cowbridge so convenient for shopping. Plenty of living room and everything you need for a comfortable stay. Handy for Cardiff and many fine beaches. Loved the art nouveau pictures and matching furnitures and decoration. Nice people to deal with - highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn H., Leek, Stoke-On-Trent, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Lovely house, plenty of room for all of us and a lovely garden that gets the sun! Really enjoyed the pool table and the local pubs! Would happily recommend this to anyone. Could do with some more cooking dishes for 6 people but everything else was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time at the villa
We were last at the villa 2 years ago. Cowbridge is just perfect for visiting my father in Porthcawl. Since our last visit the garden has had some work on it. The garden is just perfect for the 2 dogs. We spoke with Michael, owner and Justin about two issues. These were leaking conservatory roof, bucket collected the water. The was also an issue with the outside waste drain from the bathroom which Justin said he would be rodding when we left. So if all repairs done it will be absolutely good house to stay in and enjoy the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good position in the town
Lovely house, very good position in the middle of the town with easy access to both shops, pubs, restaurants and takeaways. . This house worked very well for us. Two bathrooms and a toilet downstairs three bedrooms, we had bubble family visit as well at the weekend, with two children and it worked well for us. It allowed the whole family to meet after so long. Lovely garden, like a secret garden maybe not everyone's choice but I loved it. Totally safe for our dog. We had a problem with a leaking drain into the garden but the owner was very kind and arranged for repair to be carried out after our departure. We have relatives who live in a village nearby, so we were able to see them in their garden as we would have been too many indoors.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and spacious house in a great location
This is a really well equipped house with plenty of space inside and out and spotlessly clean. Although it's located right on the main street it wasn't noisy and having all the amenities of a quaint market town on your doorstep was a huge bonus. There's lovely countryside to explore nearby and a frequent express bus service into the centre of Cardiff if you don't feel like driving. Overall a great base for exploring the Vale of Glamorgan.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Spacious but homely gem
We really loved this place - was initially concerned it would be a bit too large for a small group of us (it was booked due to the two bathrooms so that we could socially-distance within the property), but even so with the decor it is somehow very homely and comfortable! We didn't make the most of all the things like the pool table and ping pong table, as we were lucky with fantastic weather for the week, but it was a great location for the shops and takeaways, and to drive down to the coast (Dunraven Bay and also Merthyr Mawr sand dunes were awesome!) - and although a longer drive, you can access the Brecon Beacons also. All in all we had no issues and definitely hope to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
staying in cowbridge
very comfortable and convenient central location in the lovely market town of Cowbridge
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August 2020 vacation
Family and dog friendly property with everything we needed within walking distance, nice pubs and restaurants and walks with the dog. We had our 2 teenage boys with us who especially enjoyed the snooker table in the converted loft area. Forage farm shop has a super cafe and Ogmore-by-Sea by Sea is also worth a visit. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and look forward to visiting again as we couldn’t fit everything into one week.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

ian d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful stay
Lovely house and garden in a fabulous little town that has everything you could need, even in covid 19 times. Twin beds rather than the bunks would have been good and main bedroom is crying out for a king sized bed - but still was excellent. Both bathrooms were excellent and downstairs loo and sun room were great.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa in a very dog friendly town
The property was easy to rent. Michael was very helpful. The garden was very interesting with areas of sun and shade.

6/10 Okay

Prof. Patrick O.

Quirky, lovely garden, great location.
At first, the property was extremely cold and it was around two days before it was reasonably comfortable, although this does not apply to the kitchen which had no heating. Why was the heating not activated before we arrived? The back patio doors are not secure even when locked. Apart from the above points, which are not trivial, we enjoyed our stay. Thank you. Patrick N O'Farrell
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Great property in a wonderful location
Our hosts were so kind to ensure we had basic items to enjoy our first evening and then provided local knowledge on the areas key sites and eating places. Cottage is roomy, bright and warm and the beds were lovely and comfortable. Well stocked kitchen so easy to cook and eat together Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine L.

Great house in a fantastic location.
81 Eastgate was spacious and comfortable with a magical garden, we loved our stay there. Cowbridge was a great place to stay, everything on your doorstep, lovely walks around the town or on the beaches and very easy access to Cardiff (recommend the x2 bus!). We highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

81 Eastgate, Cowbridge
We enjoyed our stay in Cowbridge and would recommend staying in this property. The garden room was a favourite looking out over well estabalished gardens and it was very relaxing just watching the birds in the garden. The house was clean and comfortable and had all the amenities you need for a home stay. Cowbridge is a lovely place to stay with plenty of amenities and close to places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Gethin L.

Stay in 81 eastgate
Kitchen top needs replacing not hygienic.Dishwasher did not work outlet blocked.Bulbs missing in various rooms none on landing bought a bulb.It was clean and comfortable but lack of attention to detail.Only a 3 star. Gethin Lewis
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2018

About the host

Hosted by Eleanor and Michael Eddershaw

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The owners,Eleanor and Michael have lived in South Wales all their lives and have a particular interest in local history, period homes and decoration

Why they chose this property

A smashing location in the lively town of Cowbridge.

Languages:

English, Italian
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