This winter, escape the hustle and bustle with a staycation close to home.
The Dramatic Heart of Wales offers the ideal destination – a place where families can cosy up by the fire, explore stunning landscapes, and fuel their adrenaline with outdoor thrills. Here, families will find a warm welcome and a peaceful stay.
Explore these five places to stay, where comfort and adventure go hand in hand:
Lothlorien Cottage:
Nestled in the scenic Upper Amman Valley, this charming three-bedroom self-catering home is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Bannau Brycheinion (Brecon Beacons), the Gower Peninsula, and the Vale of Neath. With secure outdoor storage for bikes and boots, and being pet-friendly, it’s the perfect base for families and their furry friends to explore the beauty of the Welsh countryside.
Dan y Coed:
This modern self-catering home is located between the Welsh valley town of Glynneath and the village of Pontneddfechan. Ideal for families, groups, and dog owners, the spacious open plan retreat comfortably sleeps four guests, with a cosy double bed and a bunk bed. Step outside the doorstep and discover plenty of welcoming pubs, beautiful waterfall walks and mountain biking trails, all waiting to be explored.
Bryn Teg House:
Bryn Teg House offers three charming cottages — Rose Cottage, Glyndwr Cottage, and Pedaller’s Rest — hidden in the peaceful village of Cymmer. Perfect for mountain bikers, road cyclists, and walkers, each cottage can comfortably accommodate 6 to 10 guests. The local pub and restaurant are just a 5-minute walk away, and scenic walking and biking trails are only minutes from the door. Guests can enjoy secure bike storage, cleaning facilities, well-equipped kitchens, bedding, and towels, for a hassle-free stay.
Old Road Cottage:
This characterful, quirky, 19th Century, self-catering cottage is situated near the market town of Neath. It accommodates up to four guests and warmly welcomes pets, with a secure back garden for them to play freely. Conveniently located to the M4 corridor, it’s the ideal stopover or a peaceful retreat which is easy accessible. Enjoy the best of both nature and convenience, with the scenic Gnoll Estate Country Park, Victoria Gardens, and a variety of local bars and restaurants.
Cape cottage:
This quaint three-bedroom terraced retreat is great for families or small groups. Featuring a king-size bed, twin single beds and bunk beds, it accommodates up to six guests. The spacious garden is equipped with a hose, drain, electrical outlet, and lighting to wash bikes after a day exploring the trails. Just a stone’s throw from the South Wales Miners Museum, stunning waterfalls, and exciting mountain biking trails, it offers a place to explore nature, discover history and relax.
Plan your visit to the Dramatic Heart of Wales here.
