In the heart of a beautiful area, this stylishly converted chapel offers a unique space for families. Relax in the living room beneath the stunning arched stained-glass window or unwind in the garden with its own terrace and furniture. Enjoy time together over meals prepared in your well-equipped kitchen/dining room or challenge each other to a game of pool.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
St Albans Church - 28165
Retaining the original arched stained-glass window this converted chapel provides a stylish base for a large family.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Sky, Bluray Player, DVD Player, CD Player
Kitchen/dining room: 2 x Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, 2 x Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, French Doors Leading To Garden
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet. Gas underfloor central heating (initial £20 included). Electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Large, enclosed, lawned garden with terrace and garden furniture. On road parking. Welcome pack. No smoking. Please note: Couples and family bookings only, no hen or stag parties. There are 6 steps and drops in garden. This property has a security deposit of £150.. Built in 1899 and converted into a stylish home, this detached property offers a great space for a family holiday and features a 25ft stained glass window in the living room. There is much to see and do in the surrounding areas; Afan Argoed Forestry Park is excellent for mountain biking and has been rated in the top ten of the world for mountain bike rides. The stunning Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains offer breathtaking scenery and fabulous walking, and there are several waterfalls within a 15-minute walk. Margam Country Park is well worth a visit, with its castle, 18th-century orangery, narrow gauge railway, deer, Fairytale Land and Go Ape tree top adventure. Zip World is also just 10 minutes’ away. Visit Dan yr Ogof Showcaves which also offer wedding ceremonies. Quad biking, archery and paintballing can all be found in the surrounding areas, along with fishing, golf and horse riding. Slightly further afield is the stunning Gower Peninsula, Britain’s first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with beautiful expanses of sandy beaches, hidden coves and coastal walks. Brecon, Swansea and Cardiff, the bustling capital city, are within approximately a 45-minute drive. Property is 100 yards from ref UK37640. Shop 50 yards, pub 250 yards, restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
The initial gas supply of £20 is included which normally lasts a whole weekend unless thermostats are changed, thereafter the usage is worked out on an app and is normally around £10 per day this can be deducted from the £150 security deposit if needed.
There is a Security deposit of £150, payable to the owner via bank transfer 2 weeks prior to arrival and returned within 7 days following departure, providing property is left in good order. Please contact the owner on 07770 840518 for bank transfer details.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
4 private bathrooms
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Furnished balcony/patio
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Things to do
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 3 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Treorchy is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brecon Beacons National Park and Afan Argoed Country Park, while A Welsh Coal Mining Experience and Bridgend Minature Railway are cultural highlights. Ystrad Rhondda Leisure Centre and Falconry UK are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Treorchy travel guide
What time is check-in at St Albans Church - 28165?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at St Albans Church - 28165?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is St Albans Church - 28165 located?
Situated in Treorchy, this cottage is steps from Rhondda Valley, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Ystrad Rhondda Leisure Centre and Zip World Tower. Falconry UK and Brecon Beacons National Park are also within 12 mi (20 km). Treherbert Station is 17 minutes by foot.
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St Albans Church - 28165 Reviews
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What a fabulous place! A well equipped property with an abundance of necessary items.
What a fabulous place! A well equipped property with an abundance of necessary items. The beds were nice and comfortable with ample warm covers , also plenty of towels were provided. We didn't experience any problems with the water pressure, but then again, there were only 4 of us staying We loved the walk to the waterfall from the chapel . Our trip to the Afan bike centre took us through the awesome Rhondda valley 😎. So glad we chose this property for our mini holiday. The pool table was a hit with all of us , especially as we had one full day of rain! Once we got to grips with the thermostats and switches , the chapel was adequately heated for us and it was a very comfortable stay. We will definitely be back , for a longer vacation next time !!
Great place for large groups,plenty of beds and bathrooms. Bit chilly to start with but after contacting the owner (who was very helpful)we figured it out, nice walks friendly people, thoroughly enjoyable stay
Rebecca N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Victoria S.
Jun 7, 2019
Lovely property
Great time away with friends. Beautiful walks and stunning scenery
Victoria S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark
Apr 26, 2019
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Fantastic kitchen area and lounge
Mark
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Michelle
Mar 13, 2019
We chose St Albans Church as a location to celebrate milestone birthdays with the family.
We chose St Albans Church as a location to celebrate milestone birthdays with the family. It had everything we look for - several bathrooms, alternative seating areas so we can spread out a bit, something to entertain the kids and a location that's not too remote as we do like to have easy access to a shop. Arranging access was easy with a key safe code provided and the directions were clear.
On arrival the property was warm and welcoming bottles of milk and wine were left for us. There was not quite as much credit on the gas meter as we expected, but a quick phone call to Jason remedied this and a few other things that needed attention the next day. Unfortunately it took a couple of days to fix the spa bath that we had all been looking forward to trying, but it was worth the wait when we finally got to enjoy the bubbles after a long walk on the only dry day. Access to Netflix and an XBox was probably the highlight of the teens' week, although we all enjoyed playing pool and doing some of the provided jigsaws as well.
We didn't get out and about much as the weather was not great, but that's to be expected in Wales during March and we had a very relaxing time. It was worth the walk to the waterfalls and the museum in Swansea was interesting.
A great property for a relaxing week away with no pressure to be out and about everyday was just what we wanted and what we got!
Michelle
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gary
Jan 30, 2019
Excellent holiday, good location with plenty to do in the close surrounding areas.
Excellent holiday, good location with plenty to do in the close surrounding areas. water pressure is can be an issue but only if you are using multiple showers at the same time, if one at a time then all is good.
Sun is at the front all day long so we did not use the back.
Pool table kept the teenagers entertained, although we did need to glue the pocket on to stop it falling off and large table meant we could all gather round as a large family, however the table is in need of some attention as anything wet sticks to it mostly our monopoly cards.
Couldn't find the gas card as not in the place as per booklet, however we did find it by the gas meter, the meter mistakenly said it was as 0p so we put £25 on to then find it already had £20, no big deal, but do ensure you put the card in first to see what is on.
2 fridges and 2 freezers were ideal to store a big families needs.
Overall we had great fun at the Church, the weather meant we could use the front which is safe for kids and dogs, a few beach days out, you could take your pick depending how long you wanted to travel we did Tenby which was 1.5hrs but our other beach trip was just over 30mins. Bowling and animal farm were within 30mins. Also some great walks to the waterfalls which again you can take your pick depending on how far you wanted to walk.
Would recommend as a great family holiday stay.
Gary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Thomas
Oct 14, 2018
It was just what we wanted.
It was just what we wanted. Plenty of communal room to enjoy with every facility to relax or be together in the kitchen/dining area. Lovely place to stay keeping the tradition of the church and a great new modern environment.
Thomas
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Emma
Oct 8, 2018
Beautiful converted church and very good for large families due to the space on offer.
Beautiful converted church and very good for large families due to the space on offer.
The underfloor heating works well but for the older generations blankets were needed over their backs as it did get a bit drafty at night (but we were also there in December).
The TV in the lounge is brilliant but we couldn’t get any of the other TVs to work (or find a remote for the one in the master bedroom).
Everyone agreed that the beds were super comfy and it’s clear that high quality mattresses have been invested in.
We did struggle making a large Christmas dinner in the small oven (2 shelves) which we were surprised by due to the enormity of the kitchen and also as that the owners have very thoughtfully out in 2 fridges and 2 freezers. There were plenty of pots, pans, plates etc all very clean and ready to use.
We scored the location low as whilst we were there we had awful winter weather and we found there was not much to do if walking isn’t an option.
Emma
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Emma
Oct 8, 2018
Beautiful converted church and very good for large families due to the space on offer.
Beautiful converted church and very good for large families due to the space on offer.
The underfloor heating works well but for the older generations blankets were needed over their backs as it did get a bit drafty at night (but we were also there in December).
The TV in the lounge is brilliant but we couldn’t get any of the other TVs to work (or find a remote for the one in the master bedroom).
Everyone agreed that the beds were super comfy and it’s clear that high quality mattresses have been invested in.
We did struggle making a large Christmas dinner in the small oven (2 shelves) which we were surprised by due to the enormity of the kitchen and also as that the owners have very thoughtfully out in 2 fridges and 2 freezers. There were plenty of pots, pans, plates etc all very clean and ready to use.
We scored the location low as whilst we were there we had awful winter weather and we found there was not much to do if walking isn’t an option.
Emma
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Helen
Jun 28, 2018
Had a wonderful holiday with family.
Had a wonderful holiday with family. Place is amazing and spacious. You will be gutted when you get home and feel as if your house has shrunk. Definitely going back. The views and walks are the best. Doggies loved it
Helen
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
LYNNE
Apr 27, 2018
Lovely week spent here with family.
Lovely week spent here with family. lovely spacious rooms and well equipt kitchen maybe some more large mugs and a cafetière would be nice but just a minor comment. We had our grandchildren with us and they gave the place 10/10 .the large kitchen with dinning area and play area was a great hit with all the family as we could all be together while cooking . The spa bath in the master bedroom was very relaxing