The Bake House
ID: S682019
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
The Bake House in Bridgend is a well-equipped, beautiful cottage offering a peaceful stay with underfloor heating and a comfortable bedroom. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome basket and the property's convenience for driving to local amenities. Some challenges with window coverings and finding the entrance at night were noted, but overall experiences were very relaxing with a friendly host.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score for this category.
The location is praised for its peacefulness and convenience to the M4 and local supermarkets. However, some guests noted the difficulty in finding the entrance at night and the necessity of having transport due to dangerous roads for walking and overgrown public footpaths.
Guests found the bedroom stunning and the bed very comfortable, with the underfloor heating adding to the cosiness of the stay. The only discomfort mentioned was the lack of blinds or covers for the bedroom window.
The property is well-equipped for self-catering, with a washing machine and a welcome basket adding to the convenience. The mention of a gas oven which a guest did not know how to use suggests a slight issue with facilities for some.
The welcome basket and Welsh cakes were highly appreciated by guests, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness from the host. However, it should be noted that such gifts, while delightful, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Bake House is a welcoming, one-bedroom slice of Welsh history, located near the rural village of Bettws in the Garw Valley, South Wales. Originally a bake house, today it welcomes two guests for a romantic getaway in the countryside and has a beautiful décor with a woodburning stove, exposed stonework and beamed ceilings that pays attention to its 17th-century origins while expertly mixing contemporary amenities. Before passing through the enclosed front garden, which provides privacy to enjoy the Welsh sunlight, make use of the ample off-road parking. Once inside, you'll find a welcoming, open-plan living area with plush seating, a Smart TV, a crackling woodburning stove, a dining area for two and a well-equipped kitchen where you can make romantic meals throughout your stay. Catch up on the newest series indoors, or make use of the garden, which is ideal for alfresco dining and toasting to your break. Rest in the lovely, king-size bedroom while day gives way to night, offering a spacious and well-presented area to unwind. Come morning, awaken with a shower in the ground-floor shower room, before preparing to tour the wider locality. While more services are available across Bridgend, Bettws has a pub, a Post Office, and a convenience store for your use. Once you’re ready to tour the region, grab your hiking boots and head out to Bryngarw Country Park, a haven for spotting wildlife and breath-taking views. Further south, explore the ruins of Ogmore Castle and Merthyr Mawr Nature Reserve before reaching the stunning Welsh coastline at Ogmore By Sea or popular Porthcawl. Heading west, The National Waterfront Museum and the Glynn Vivian Art Gallery are well worth a visit if you decide to take in Swansea, the gate-way to the Gower Peninsula. Likewise, a visit to Wales' capital city Cardiff offers a day of art, culture and shopping, where you’ll have the opportunity to tour the National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff Castle, Wales Millennium Centre and Cardiff Bay. The nature lovers can head north and will enjoy the chance to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park. Indulge in a romantic getaway at The Bake House.
The charming, former mining community of Bettws is located in Bridgend, in the South Wales Valleys, beside the River Ogmore. The village is charming and modest, surrounded by lovely scenery, and is a fantastic starting point for exploring the nearby towns and South Wales' coastline. St David's Church, a convenience shop, a bar and a pathway leading to Bryngarw Country Park, one of the best parks in the UK, are all located in the settlement. With a setting that ranges from woodlands to wetlands, meadows to formal gardens, it provides a sanctuary for visitors and wildlife on 100 acres of park land. A more populated town with a nearby train station, a wide variety of restaurants and stores, as well as historical landmarks including Newcastle Castle, St. John's House Trust, and Newbridge fields with lots of trails and ruins to find, Bridgend is immediately south of Bettws.
EPC Rating: Band EAccommodation
One king-size bedroom with sofa.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Utility
Biomass underfloor heating.
Gas oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Smart TV with Netflix.
WiFi (can be intermittent through bad weather).
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed front garden with lawn and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Sorry, no children or babe in arms.
Shop 1 mile, pub 0.9 miles, Llynfi River 0.5 miles.
The bedroom is accessed via a spiral, stone staircase; please take care.
There are steps throughout the ground floor.
Electric Vehicles: This property does not have a charge point for electric vehicles and charging from within the property is prohibited.
Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Nearby points of interest
- Gwyn Hall
- Penderyn Brecon Beacons Distillery / The Welsh Whisky Co Ltd
- National Waterfront Museum
Reviews (7)
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Megan
Loved my stay and the welcome gifts were a lovely touch. Claire very helpful in answering my silly questions, a touch difficult to find but they helped me out.
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Jane
The Welcome tray was a lovely touch and the Welsh Cakes the best I've tasted. The property is well equipped - we did a mix of self catering and meals out. The lounge area is cosy, and the bedroom is lovely and peaceful with a comfy bed. We found the location perfect for getting to places fairly easily being close to the M4 at Bridgend, and plenty of Supermarket choices not to far to drive too. We found the Washing Machine useful too as we where out on our Mountain Bikes most days. Highly recommend and we would use again.
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Dawn
However not ideal if you're a walker and don't wish to drive anywhere. You definitely require transport as the roads are too dangerous to walk and public footpaths are too overgrown. The oven turned out to be gas rather than electric which I had no idea how to use and no local restaurants for an evening meal....again transport is required.