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# Little Cottage, Big Character! A great base for exploring South Wales

Cottage in Pontypridd with kitchen and patio

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Discover Graig cottage, a tranquil retreat nestled behind a private wall. With an enclosed garden offering countryside views, enjoy the peaceful surroundings of this beautifully restored property.

## Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

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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.

### Little Cottage, Big Character! A great base for exploring South Wales

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Nestled behind a privacy wall, please find our cottage that has been carefully restored and updated. If you're looking for a romantic getaway or a base to explore the Welsh countryside, Graig cottage has everything covered! The property has an enclosed garden allowing countryside views. Pontypridd benefits from a range of local amenities, restaurants, pubs and shops. Excellent transport links to Cardiff and the M4\. The train station is just a short walk away, allowing easy access into Cardiff city centre or the Rhondda Valleys. If you enjoy the countryside, the beautiful Welsh valleys can be explored just a short walk away. Caerphilly Castle is a short 20 minute drive or the fairytale Castell Coch even closer. Pontypridd itself benefits from a large park with lido. 

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the cottage: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Fireplace

### Entertainment

- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- One pet total

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- In a rural location

### 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)

### General

- Double-glazed windows

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

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

### Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

1 total pets

### 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

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

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

Located in Pontypridd, this cottage is in a rural area. Cardiff Castle and Ogmore Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cardiff Bay and Treharris Park. Dyffryn Gardens and Arboretum and Falconry UK are also worth visiting. [Visit our Pontypridd travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Pontypridd.dx182879)

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Graig, Wales

### What's nearby

- ![M7Y1JH Rhonnda Valley, South Wales, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222428/1471dca1-dc5b-4356-97e9-4c1e73d4f21e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Rhondda Valley  
11 min walk \- 1.0 km
- ![Brecon Beacons National Park featuring rainforest, a cascade and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054302/a46ff2f7-c7fe-453b-bd34-b2a418b5cdb1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Brecon Beacons National Park  
19 min drive \- 28.7 km
- ![Cardiff Castle featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084239/ed41c62f-a193-4860-b2b1-e025766c3f02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Cardiff Castle  
22 min drive \- 22.6 km
- ![Millennium Stadium which includes modern architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084257/e0623f37-090c-417c-b9a3-3ceea290b34c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Principality Stadium  
24 min drive \- 23.2 km
- ![Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490507/5dbf41fb-82e5-44f5-94c4-a1963ca618dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Cardiff Bay  
26 min drive \- 37.5 km

### Getting around

- Pontypridd Station  
8 min walk
- Cardiff International Airport (CWL)  
47 min drive

### Restaurants

- The Tumble Inn  
8 min walk
- Greggs  
12 min walk
- Costa Coffee  
10 min walk
- Skinny Dog  
8 min walk
- The Patriot  
14 min walk

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## Little Cottage, Big Character! A great base for exploring South Wales Reviews

## Reviews

9.6

### Exceptional

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