Penybryn Cottages
Cwmbach
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Why people book this hotel
“Walkers, too”
“Lovely views, owners were great and it's close to everything so super handy loca…”
“Very helpful and welcoming host”
“There is a super-convenient off-road car park which is next to the cottage, and …”
“Excellent accommodations, very clean and comfortable”
“Clean”
“Comfortable and cosy accommodation”
“Bedrooms are very comfortable”
“Basic but worth the price”
“The hot tub was a great addition, expensive in comparison to how much the accomm…”
“Private parking”
Overview
Penybryn Cottages offer 2 tastefully renovated self-catering cottages in Cwmbach, a small village near Aberdare. The cottages offer free Wi-Fi and free private parking. Both cottages are fully equipped with large bedrooms, cooking facilities and a seating area. Guests can enjoy a private outdoor area with an enclosed garden, picnic area and children's play-park. Both cottages now have their own brand new private hot tubs for an additional fee. Minature Shetland ponies and sheep are kept at the property at certain times of year. Food hampers can be supplied on request at an additional cost, and the Penybryn Cottages offers seasonal home-grown produce when it is available, such as pork and lamb dishes. Penybryn also offers a barn for parties or functions. The 3 star cottages are set in a quiet location and are situated about 30 minutes from both Swansea and Cardiff. Brecon Beacons National Park and Gethin Mountain Bike Park can be reached in around 10 minutes by car.
Traveller reviews
Tangent
family_with_children
June 18, 2026
Excellent accommodations, very clean and comfortable.
catherine
family_with_children
June 11, 2026
Peaceful cottage with nice view. Clean. Basic but worth the price.
ELLIOT
couple
June 6, 2026
“Emma was a welcoming and helpful host and we enjoyed the cosy accommodation.”
Very pleasant stay. Comfortable and cosy accommodation. Very helpful and welcoming host.
Paul
family_with_children
May 31, 2026
“Excellent location, wonderful views, extremely comfortable: a home-from-home in the valleys.”
From the moment we arrived, we knew we were going to enjoy our stay at Penybryn Cottages. There is a super-convenient off-road car park which is next to the cottage, and a very friendly welcome. The property was spotlessly clean, and there was everything we needed - and more - to enjoy our stay. Bedrooms are very comfortable. The bathroom has an excellent and large shower. Cooking was easy in the open-plan kitchen-diner-lounge space, with a good range of pots, plates, pans, etc. Thanks to the good weather, we were able to eat every meal outside in the adjacent private yard, which was lovely. The only noise up here was birdsong! Fantastic views of the valley, too. We all slept well, and emerged every day refreshed and ready to enjoy the local region. Bike Park Wales is not far away, and the Dare Valley Park is just a ten-minute drive away too, so this is a perfect cottage for off-road cycling enthusiasts to stay at. Walkers, too. The scenery is achingly beautiful. We wouldn't hesitate for a second to stay here again: in our five days here, I feel we only scratched the surface of what Cwmbach, Aberdare and the surrounding area has to offer.
Louis
solo_traveller
May 24, 2026
“Perfect getaway”
Lovely views, owners were great and it's close to everything so super handy location
Amanda
solo_traveller
May 5, 2026
Lovely reception when we got there. Convenient for visiting family. Quiet and peaceful.
ANDREW
solo_traveller
April 12, 2026
Very nice / clean acomadation , great location , awsome views and very quiet . And the owners were luvly and Very helpful
Olivia
extended_group
April 9, 2026
“Great stay, would definitely recommend, plenty of options for activities/days out, lovely host”
Jane
solo_traveller
April 3, 2026
“Lovely well fitted cottage.”
Position above the valley looking down on the town. Excellent kitchen fitted with everything you need and full sized fridge freezer. When there was a problem Emma got is sorted very quickly. Private parking.
Lynne
solo_traveller
March 23, 2026
“Cosy little cottage”
Lovely cottage, very cosy and peaceful. Owners very friendly and accommodating. Views are amazing. Shops are in working distance.
Octavia
extended_group
March 21, 2026
The serenity of the place
Nadine
solo_traveller
February 25, 2026
“Peaceful and comfortable”
Location views. Everything i could have needed.
Tammy
couple
February 21, 2026
“Cute cottage near Brecon Beacons”
Great location, about a 25 minutes drive to the 4 waterfalls trail which was the reason we had visited. The hot tub was a great addition, expensive in comparison to how much the accommodation is but worth it after a long hike. Cottage itself had everything that you need and a good size. Would recommend if you're visiting Brecon Beacons.
Leah
extended_group
February 19, 2026
Fantastic little cottage. The host was wonderfully warm and friendly.
Brian MotoGB
solo_traveller
January 26, 2026
“Snug, nostalgic & out of the way, while being near everything you need.”
Charming Cottage well appointed, snug & nostalgic yet everything needed for the perfect getaway and base to explore an under appreciated part of the UK, Host Emma was exceptional with communication and making sure I knew everything relevant about the property and local ammenties. would love to come back if work and the availability of the cottage match up.
Mussard
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Cozy, warm, welcoming, and the owners were lovey beyond belief”
Property was clean, comfortable, facilities were great. Evening heating so I’d always come back to warmth.
Jurijus
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
“Pleasant quiet location with great possibility”
Quite location with plenty of space to relax, would recommend for longer stays for full experiance
Tim
couple
January 15, 2026
“Superb stay. Great hosts. Fab location. Friendly chickens.”
The cottage smashed our expectations. Emma the host couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. Nothing was ever too much trouble. The chickens were so friendly and hilarious, stopping by to say hello (and see if there were any food scraps of course). Ask about the lamb burgers. You won't regret it. Location was great to explore the Brecon Beacons. Fantastic stay. We loved our time there.
Beattie
extended_group
January 5, 2026
“We wouldn’t return but don’t have massive regrets either.”
The location was good for hiking and right next to a Tesco but very limited to nice places to eat in the area. The host was nice and helpful in regards to recommendations.
Hussein
extended_group
November 27, 2025
“I would definitely recommend it”
Great location, clean place, the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend it
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Children's playground, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Hiking, Cycling, Spa facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Heating, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking on site, Private parking, Parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Services
Laundry, Private check-in/check-out
Beehive Cottage (5 people)
Beehive Cottage has 2 bedrooms, with a twin room featuring 2 single beds and a sloping ceiling. The 2nd bedroom is a large ground floor room with a double and single bed. The bathroom is accessible through the ground floor bedroom.
Honeypot Cottage (4 People)
Honeypot Cottage has 1 bedroom with 1 double bed and bunk beds. A hot tub is available for an additional fee.
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