Guests say
The Bake House is a well-equipped, beautiful cottage offering a peaceful retreat with a stunning bedroom and comfortable bed. Guests have appreciated the warm welcome, including a basket and Welsh cakes, and the underfloor heating. However, transport is recommended for exploring the area and dining out.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
The location is peaceful and ideal for recharging, though it requires transport for walkers and dining out, as the roads are dangerous to walk and public footpaths are overgrown.
The bedroom and bed are highlighted as stunning and very comfortable, and the underfloor heating adds to the comfort of the stay.
The property is well-equipped, but there are some issues with the lack of window blinds in the bedroom and difficulty using the gas oven. The entrance to the property could also be better marked.
The host's thoughtfulness is evident from the welcome basket and the mention of Welsh cakes, which guests found delightful. However, it should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and may not be provided on every occasion.
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.
Accommodation
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
Reviews (6)
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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.
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Melanie
Claire, the host, was friendly and helpful. If you want some where to recharge your batteries it is the ideal place. Ideally the entrance onto the farm could do with a traffic cone or some kind of bright object because with dark nights drawing in the entrance is difficult to find.