Title: Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks. Cottage in Bridgend with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks. ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101220000/101219700/101219612/ff9f3dbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101220000/101219700/101219612/3814e592.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101220000/101219700/101219612/w1185h869x1y0-4b22bbd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101220000/101219700/101219612/8d674e5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101220000/101219700/101219612/w1184h867x0y0-09bcfa9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Brycethin village is home to this charming cottage, where rustic stone exterior meets warm beamed ceilings and a welcoming fireplace. Enjoy alfresco dining in the enclosed secure garden or explore local amenities like two pubs, a cafe, school and shop within walking distance. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21313 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks. You’re in a great spot for shopping and days out: • McArthurGlen Designer Outlet – brands, bargains, coffee stops (5–10 Nestled in a small village near a pretty market town., this cosy cottage exudes charm and warmth. The rustic stone exterior welcomes you into the warm glow of the interior with its beamed ceilings and welcoming fireplace. The stable door, in the kitchen leads out to a well-kept enclosed secure garden, ideal for two small pets. with a pretty seating area ., Self check-in for your convenience. A folder is provided with contact details. Brycethin Is a small friendly village with two pubs, one of which serves delicious food. It has a school a cafe, and a shop. a hairdresser and supermarket are all within walking distance. There is also a dog day centre nearby and a local dog-walking service. There are good bus and train links and taxi ranks. You’re in a great spot for shopping and days out: • McArthurGlen Designer Outlet – brands, bargains, coffee stops (5–10 mins) • Bridgend town centre – cafés, pubs, supermarkets & independents (5 mins) • Porthcawl – seaside walks + ice cream / hot chocolate (15 mins) • Cardiff & Swansea – easy by train for city shopping + nights out (25–35 mins) So you can shop, explore, eat, unwind — then come back and get cosy. Just off the M4 corridor in between Cardiff and Swansea. Just a 5 minute drive to the Princess of Wales hospital. !0 minutes to local beaches. 35 minutes to Cardiff airport. Good train and bus links with taxis available. Parking available. Enclosed secure garden. Lounge/Dining room. Kitchen. Bathroom. Stairs. Bedroom By car. just off the M4 corridor. Airport . Cardiff 35 minutes. Train station 5 minutes with links to Bridgend Cardiff and Swansea. Bus. Main station in Bridgend. Bus stop across the road. A number of Local taxis are available. Car hire.Bridgend Two small pets are welcome for a small charge of £20 per dog per night. Check-in anytime after 4pm Check-out 10 am ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,313 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106510000/106506400/106506372/ebadd6a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Little hideaway in the beautiful mountains of Llanwonno. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 75909282-f696-4261-b08b-7194037786ca ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.54196%2C-3.57468&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WPngEvX3jGrWrqKOZC6XA5d62Uw=) Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan #### What's nearby - Bryngarw Country Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 km - Cardiff Bay \- 26 min drive \- 41.8 km - Principality Stadium \- 28 min drive \- 38.8 km - Cardiff Castle \- 28 min drive \- 38.4 km - Barry Island Beach \- 34 min drive \- 42.6 km #### Getting around - Sarn Station - 17 min walk - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sidoli's - ‬3 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬19 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive - ‪Jasmine Chinese Restaurant - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks.? ### What time is check-out at Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks.? ### Where is Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Shops, cafés & the Designer Outlet just minutes away.Great spot for winter breaks. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### KarenC Oct 21, 2025 #### Weekend break . Me and Tony came for a weekend break. We walked in to the most charming cottage. Breath taking and quaint. The place had everything we needed and more. Welcome cakes on arrival.cozy fireplace.the host Linda has catered for everyone. Including pets. This is the second time I've visited one of Linda's properties and can't fault a single thing.fran also thinks of everything. The place is impeccably spotless.cant wait to come back soon.i highly recommend shepherds cottage.xx ##### KarenC ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hilton Boston Logan Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Boston-Hotels-Hilton-Boston-Logan-Airport.h281536.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Etobicoke](https://www.expedia.ca/Etobicoke-Toronto-Hotels.0-n10207-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Grove Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Haverfordwest-Hotels-The-Grove-Hotel.h36706330.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Peace Arch Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Surrey-Hotels-Best-Western-Peace-Arch-Inn.h888330.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6023515-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Family Hotels in Hawaii](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Hawaii-Family-Hotel.0-0-d213-tFamilyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Thompson Central Park New York, by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Parker-New-York.h21429545.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Centraal Amsterdam, part of Sircle Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Amsterdam-Hotels-Park-Centraal-Amsterdam.h22363.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Gravenhurst Muskoka Wharf](https://www.expedia.ca/Huntsville-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Gravenhurst-Muskoka-Wharf.h2621805.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Early Check-in in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-0-d6023515-thotelwithearlycheckin.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Delta](https://www.expedia.ca/Delta-Flights.cDL.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Beijing (PEK)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/pek/winnipeg-to-beijing) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Puerto Jiménez (PJM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/pjm/toronto-to-puerto-jimenez) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Nadi (NAN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/nan/toronto-to-nadi) > > [Flights from Dieppe (YQM) to Saskatoon (YXE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqm/yxe/moncton-to-saskatoon) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Sánchez (AZS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/azs/toronto-to-samana) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Addis Ababa (ADD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/add/ottawa-to-addis-ababa) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Belem (BEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/bel/toronto-to-belem) > > [Flights from Freeport (FPO) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fpo/yyz/freeport-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Chicago (ORD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ord/toronto-to-chicago) ### Cars ### Activities ### Packages > [Myrtle Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/golf-vacations/601685/Myrtle-Beach) > > [Bulgaria Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Bulgaria.d26.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Azores Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Azores.d6048267.Destination-Travel-Guides)