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17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff

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Living area
log burner in the sitting room
Sitting room
View from main bedroom. Patio doors leading to private balcony
Kitchen leading to sitting room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff

A 2 bedroom 17th century cottage that has been renovated to a high standard. Situated on the side of Caerphilly mountain, the property has been lovingly restored to offer a sitting room with log burner, fully fitted kitchen with integrated washing machine, dish washer and fridge freezer and dining room. There is a free view flat screen TV in the sitting room. The main bedroom has patio doors leading onto a large private balcony where you can enjoy the spectacular views. Great for walkers. Car is not essential as there is a bus stop 10 yards away. The city of Cardiff is just 15 minutes away. Country pubs in walking distance, 3 golf courses within 5 minutes and the historic 12 century castle situated in Caerphilly town. There is horse riding, bowling, cinemas and zip wire fun all situated nearby. The property benefits from central heating and off road parking. The property is on a MAIN ROAD, with easy access to Cardiff, Caerphilly and surrounding areas. At present there is a small seating area at the rear of the property. The remainder of the land consists of wild flowers, trees and lovely views. There is also a clothes line. Please note that there is an 18th Century graveyard next to the property and a main road to the front of the property so traffic noise is possible. This property is strictly no smoking and is not suitable for pets.

If any guests have symptoms of covid during your stay, please inform us immediately. I will leave black bags in the wardrobe and if you are able could you put your used linen and towels in these when you leave. This would be much appreciated and only added in these circumstances. We live 5 minutes away from Chapel House and will be on hand if you have any questions or concerns during your stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Key to be left on hanger
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please be aware that the chapel adjoining the property will be conducting a service at 11am and 4pm on a Sunday.
Please note that there is the possibility of traffic noise to the front of the house.
Please be aware that this is an historic property with original stone floor and might not be suitable for a toddler

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Caerphilly

Located in Caerphilly, this cottage is in the mountains. Cefn Onn Country Park and Sirhowy Valley Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Gate Arts and Community Centre and TeamSport Cardiff. Travelling with kids? Consider Parc All Weather Play and Norwegian Church. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Caerphilly, WLS

What's nearby

  • The Visit Caerphilly Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Caerphilly Castle - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Principality Stadium - 18 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 20 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Aber Station - 16 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Project - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Trecenydd Fish Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Railway - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Malcolm Uphill - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Consurio Lounge - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff?

As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$299, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 17th Century cottage with mountain views on the outskirts of Cardiff located?

This family-friendly Caerphilly cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Caerphilly Castle, Cefn Onn Country Park and Ogmore Castle. Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Heath Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Aber Station is 16 minutes by foot and Caerphilly Station is 18 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the Chapel House. Surrounded by so much history!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Perfect for short Cardiff break
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cute little cottage. Everything we needed and some very welcome touches like bread and tea coffee. Located on a very busy road made it a little hectic pulling into and out of the driveway for me, but was generally quiet at night. Great location to everything. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chapel House Little Gem

What a hidden little gem of a holiday let Chapel House is with a great location for exploring south wales, two balconies with amazing views of caerphilly and surrounding hills, the cottage itself is lovely inside all mod cons and ver comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Payl C.

Fantastic cottage !

Lovely place!we were the first people to stay here!great people to deal with and lots of nice extras to help you have a great stay!will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for your kind review. We are so pleased that you had a enjoyable weekend. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kerry m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we needed for weekend away

Clean, comfy, lots of space. Central for visiting Cardiff and loats of castles and walks nearby.We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G. G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain stay

We walked and hiked easily from this location. It's was very quiet and beautiful on the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely setting

Beautiful views! Clean, cozy, close to major attractions and a lively local pub. We especially appreciated the Welsh cakes!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect night away!

We had a lovely stay at this charming cottage, and would most definitely recommend it! Well positioned, comfortable and very well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review Chapel House. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. Best Wishes, Laura & David
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bethany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
The outside of the property was a little run down however inside the property was very clean and comfortable, the only issues we found were the door to the bathroom from the double bedroom was broken along with the toilet seat that would slip off when you sat on it. Views from the balcony were lovely. The property is on a fairly busy main road but this wasn’t a huge issue for us. Think the outside areas could do with a little attention! Overall very clean and well equipped!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamela b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage in great location

The cottage is well equipped and suited us for a short stay in the area. It doesn't look much from the outside, especially with the chapel next door being empty, but don't let that deter as the inside has been tastefully renovated. There are nice towels and bed linen. Overall a comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alison L.

Our family loved the Chapel house. Clean and comfortable with everything we needed.

This thoughtfully restored cottage made a wonderful home away from home for our winter holidays. The views of nearby Caerphilly were very pretty and we enjoyed walks in the countryside and exploring the town. Being Christmas time we appreciated special touches like decorations and a welcome basket of food.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We are delighted that you enjoyed Christmas at Chapel House. Thank you for the illustrated poem you left in the guest book- it made us smile. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Best Wishes, Laura & David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dylan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dylan and family

Amazing house, great views, very thoughtful to leave gifts on arrival, very clean and welcoming home
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monty L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend near Cardiff

A clean, well present led cottage that was perfect for our needs in attending an event in Cardiff. Met by host on arrival with some milk and bread. Fab.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage

Property exactly as described, well equipped and was cosy and welcoming. Exceptional views from the terrasses. The birdsong was amazing. Ideally situated to visit Caerphilly and its castle as well as visits to Cardiff and beyond. Excellent communication with the owner from the beginning. Would not hesitate to book this property again if we are in the area
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and comfortable

Chapel House is cozy and comfortable. The location is close to the Caerphilly center and was a great base for us to explore Wales. The parking was sometimes a little intense but even though the road in front of the house was often busy the house itself is well insulated and very quiet. Laura the host was very nice and responsive. Overall a great stay and we recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chapel House was perfect experience

So much better than a hotel due to it’s rustic but modern charm. Close to Careaphilly and anywhere in the area. Stayed 11 nights and never slept better. Very clean and well maintained property with great views. Lastly Laura was very accessible for questions and wanted us enjoy our stay while celebrating our grandsons wedding.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

Really good condition and helpful hosts

Great welcome pack with essentials. House is in really good condition with everything you need for your stay. I would recommend having a car if you stay here. Great views as well (when it's not raining). We have a 4 year old and a 10 month old and it was suitable for them with supervision. Would recommend and Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review Chapel House. We are delighted that you had an enjoyable stay, despite the weather. We look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Best Wishes Laura & David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend for two

Great contact with host Laura. Lovely little cottage. Nice welcome gift. Lots of character. Everything you need to get you started for the stay. Lovely and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ann Y.

Beautiful modern cottage

My family & I loved our weeks stay in Laura & Davids cottage, it's beautifully decorated/ furnished and clean. We were extremely surprised by the very generous welcome basket that was provided and the lovely welcome card. We will definitely try and book to stay again as there's so much more of South Wales we need/want to explore !!! Thank you Laura & David for letting us stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you Ann for taking the time to review your stay. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you and your lovely family. We look forward to welcoming you back to Wales in the near future. Laura & David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Steve

We enjoyed our time at the Chapel House, the birds in the morning on the back deck, and Laura’s excellent communication with us before and during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Brilliant. Everything we could have asked for and more.

Brilliant little propert has everything we needed! Also has a great little book to show all the hard work that went into the development of the property! Owners were helpful and helped us out when we needed! Such a nice and relaxing place to stay only regret is not staying for long enough as we didn't want to leave. Thank you again we will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Chapel House. Thank you for your lovely review . We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Kind Regards, Laura & David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little house

Great little house with wonderful views. The house was very clean, modern and full of character. We came on a very cold wet evening so getting the log fire on was a real pleasure. There is a little road noise at rush hour like the description says but it would only be a problem for the lightest of sleepers
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura was very quick to respond to the initial booking and checking in with us that we had all that we needed during our stay. The bread milk and Welsh cakes were very much appreciated.. The cottage is beautifully down out inside. The kitchen was well equipped and easy to use. We loved the wood burner. and there were some gorgeous views from the two balconies at the back of the property. The main bedroom was spacious with a comfy bed. good bedside lighting and the balcony opening onto a Mountain View . The second bedroom overlooked the road and had two single beds - a brighter table lamp would be a good addition. It was great to have the bathroom positioned between the two bedrooms giving an ensuite option to both.The WiFi was good, but we did have a small problem with getting the Netflix to work. Laura said that she would look into it.. We had a really enjoyable stay and will definitely come again when we are next in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

December stay

Great homely cottage. Easy access location. Easy 25mins to Cardiff city centre. Clean with cosy bedrooms. Fantastic pubs within 2minute drive, takeaways 5 minute drive. Instant communication with owner Laura. Road can get noisy till 11 at night, but didn't affect our sleep. Just have to bear in mind infants need to stay in bedroom away from roadside. Modern amenities and a warm welcome. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Laura Morris-Lloyd

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We have been married for 33 years and have 3 children. We are both lecturers in the education system. Having renovated our own home we take a keen interest in old unloved properties and bringing them back to life once more.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with Chapel House as soon as I saw the original bread oven and the Christmas tree in the garden. David, on the other hand, took a little more persuading. I watched Homes under the Hammer before attending the auction with my daughter and came home that evening as the proud owner of this wonderful property. However, it needed a lot of TLC. Over the following 18 months we replaced the roof, installed a log burner, central heating and complete rewiring to create a luxurious place to stay. We thought long and hard about the best layout for a holiday let and are very proud of the end result.

What makes this property unique

The stunning views of Caerphilly mountain and the surrounding area can be enjoyed from the personal balcony, leading from the main bedroom.
There are numerous walks/activities in the area, many of which are detailed on
Caerphilly town is just 15 minutes walk or you can catch the bus which will get you there in 5 minutes. The bus stop for Caerphilly is located directly opposite the front door of Chapel House.



Caerphilly Castle
Like the famous cheese, the castle has long been synonymous with Caerphilly.
This 12th century castle, surrounded by a series of moats and watery islands was the brainchild of Gilbert ‘the Red’ de Clare, a redheaded nobleman of Norman descent. He also built the original Castell Coch, ‘Red Castle’, located the other side of Caerphilly mountain.


Cardiff is only 15minutes away by car, bus or train.

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