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Caithness Holiday Home
Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10212 sq m
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Explore the area

Pontypool, WLS
- Place, Llanfrechfa Grange Hospital7 min drive
- Place, Pontypool Park9 min drive
- Place, Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club15 min drive
- Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
W/C
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Caithness Holiday Home
*CHRISTMAS 2025 AVAILABLE*
Caithness is a beautiful, spacious and comfortable 6 bedroomed holiday home - perfect for large families - situated on the banks of the Monmouthshire Brecon Canal. It is a home from home, run by a small family business.
Built in 1959, it has recently been extended and renovated into a contemporary holiday home which sleeps up to 10. It boasts beautiful views and is the perfect destination to enjoy a relaxing escape to the Welsh countryside.
GROUND FLOOR
During your stay, you will have access to the whole house including the parking area to the front and the garden to the rear.
The ground floor comprises a cosy lounge with comfy 'slouchy' sofas, a log fire* for those cold winter nights and a large flat screen smart TV with Netflix and TV catch up services.
There is a spacious kitchen diner with a double oven, induction hob, a dishwasher and fridge freezer.
The utility room houses a washing machine and tumble dryer along with an iron and ironing board.
There is also a quiet study room with a desk and swivel chair, several armchairs and a range of books and board games for the whole family.
Finally, there is a cinema/games room - equipped with a 3-in-1 revolving games table including pool/air hockey/table tennis and a cinema projector linked up to a Fire TV stick with free Netflix access. It can also be linked up to laptops/XBOX/PlayStation via the spare HDMI cable.
*Our log fire is available to use from the start of October to the end of March.
FIRST FLOOR
The first floor showcases a large bathroom with walk in shower and a freestanding bath.
Bedroom 1 is our master bedroom with a supersized picture window and a spectacular view, super king bed and smart TV.
Bedroom 2 has a king bed and a TV.
Bedroom 3 has a king bed.
Bedroom 4 has a double bed and a smart TV.
Bedroom 5 has a single bed.
Bedroom 6 has a single bed.
All bedrooms have drawers and mirrored wardrobes. In three of the bedrooms there are dressing tables. We have 4 hair dryers and 4 fans, all of which can be found in the bedrooms.
There is also an additional shower room with a toilet and basin.
We have shampoo/conditioner/shower gel dispensers in both bathrooms.
Towels are provided for guests (1 x Bath Towel & 1 x Hand Towel each)
OUTSIDE
Throughout the summer months, there is a gas BBQ and rattan furniture set out on the balcony, to allow you to relax and dine outside, while enjoying the beautiful views. Please note: From October - April these will be covered/stored away.
At Caithness Holiday Home we have 1 three-person canoe, 2 kayaks and a rowing boat available for guests to use on the canal. Life jackets of a variety of sizes are available. It is possible to hire a variety of larger boats/barges for the day from the nearby Goytre Wharf.
We have 5 bicycles of a variety of sizes if you would like to explore the canal via the towpath. The canal is accessible for over 30 miles towards Brecon for cyclists, walkers and boats alike. There's a little shortcut to reach the towpath detailed in our welcome folder!
Fishing is available from the bottom of the garden with rods and fishing gear available for guests to use. The canal is well stocked with bream, pike, roach, dace, chub, perch and eel.
Please note: The outdoor equipment at Caithness is our own which we extend for guests to use. We ask if guests can please take care when using it and inform us straight away in the event of any damage. From time to time some equipment may be unavailable (including the boats, bikes and fishing gear) if we need to carry out necessary repairs. We reserve the right to do this at any time without prior notice but we will always do our best to communicate this to guests before check-in.
Caithness is a beautiful, spacious and comfortable 6 bedroomed holiday home - perfect for large families - situated on the banks of the Monmouthshire Brecon Canal. It is a home from home, run by a small family business.
Built in 1959, it has recently been extended and renovated into a contemporary holiday home which sleeps up to 10. It boasts beautiful views and is the perfect destination to enjoy a relaxing escape to the Welsh countryside.
GROUND FLOOR
During your stay, you will have access to the whole house including the parking area to the front and the garden to the rear.
The ground floor comprises a cosy lounge with comfy 'slouchy' sofas, a log fire* for those cold winter nights and a large flat screen smart TV with Netflix and TV catch up services.
There is a spacious kitchen diner with a double oven, induction hob, a dishwasher and fridge freezer.
The utility room houses a washing machine and tumble dryer along with an iron and ironing board.
There is also a quiet study room with a desk and swivel chair, several armchairs and a range of books and board games for the whole family.
Finally, there is a cinema/games room - equipped with a 3-in-1 revolving games table including pool/air hockey/table tennis and a cinema projector linked up to a Fire TV stick with free Netflix access. It can also be linked up to laptops/XBOX/PlayStation via the spare HDMI cable.
*Our log fire is available to use from the start of October to the end of March.
FIRST FLOOR
The first floor showcases a large bathroom with walk in shower and a freestanding bath.
Bedroom 1 is our master bedroom with a supersized picture window and a spectacular view, super king bed and smart TV.
Bedroom 2 has a king bed and a TV.
Bedroom 3 has a king bed.
Bedroom 4 has a double bed and a smart TV.
Bedroom 5 has a single bed.
Bedroom 6 has a single bed.
All bedrooms have drawers and mirrored wardrobes. In three of the bedrooms there are dressing tables. We have 4 hair dryers and 4 fans, all of which can be found in the bedrooms.
There is also an additional shower room with a toilet and basin.
We have shampoo/conditioner/shower gel dispensers in both bathrooms.
Towels are provided for guests (1 x Bath Towel & 1 x Hand Towel each)
OUTSIDE
Throughout the summer months, there is a gas BBQ and rattan furniture set out on the balcony, to allow you to relax and dine outside, while enjoying the beautiful views. Please note: From October - April these will be covered/stored away.
At Caithness Holiday Home we have 1 three-person canoe, 2 kayaks and a rowing boat available for guests to use on the canal. Life jackets of a variety of sizes are available. It is possible to hire a variety of larger boats/barges for the day from the nearby Goytre Wharf.
We have 5 bicycles of a variety of sizes if you would like to explore the canal via the towpath. The canal is accessible for over 30 miles towards Brecon for cyclists, walkers and boats alike. There's a little shortcut to reach the towpath detailed in our welcome folder!
Fishing is available from the bottom of the garden with rods and fishing gear available for guests to use. The canal is well stocked with bream, pike, roach, dace, chub, perch and eel.
Please note: The outdoor equipment at Caithness is our own which we extend for guests to use. We ask if guests can please take care when using it and inform us straight away in the event of any damage. From time to time some equipment may be unavailable (including the boats, bikes and fishing gear) if we need to carry out necessary repairs. We reserve the right to do this at any time without prior notice but we will always do our best to communicate this to guests before check-in.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
No Hen or Stag Parties
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Hen or Stag Parties
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Pontypool
Located in Pontypool, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bowlplex Cwmbran and Aber Rocks Climbing Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Friars Walk Newport and Festival Park Shopping Village. Travelling with kids? Consider Super Tubing, or check out an event or a game at Rodney Parade. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Pontypool, WLS
What's nearby
- Llanfrechfa Grange Hospital - 7 min drive - 9.2 km
- Pontypool Park - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
- Celtic Manor Resort Golf Club - 15 min drive - 20.6 km
- International Convention Centre Wales - 15 min drive - 20.6 km
- Big Pit National Coal Museum - 18 min drive - 14.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Wain-Y-Clare - 2 min drive
- Shaheen Tandoori - 3 min drive
- Harvester - 18 min walk
- The Unicom - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Caithness Holiday Home
A family run business, based in South Wales. 'Caithness' has been in the family since 1959 when it was built. Named as such as a result of Scottish heritage. In 2014 - as a family - we set out to extend and completely renovate the building to transform it into a spacious, modern, and comfortable self catering holiday home.
Why they chose this property
We put a lot of hard work into transforming the property, to make it truly feel like a home from home for our guests. We have a photo book documenting our renovation journey, which is available for guests to look through when staying at the house.
The exterior has been updated with fresh, bright contrasting paintwork. What was originally a sloping, unused front garden, is now an elevated parking area with drive-in drive- out functionality, with steps down to the front door. At the rear a 30 metre squared balcony has been constructed with bi-folding doors opening out from the dining room and lounge. There is a gas BBQ and rattan furniture available to use during the summer months, to allow you to dine outside and enjoy the view while relaxing on the balcony. The house sleeps up to 10 people and guests have full use of the entire house during their stay. It has a contemporary feel throughout, incorporating a distinctive purple theme. There are 6 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. In addition to this, there's a spacious kitchen diner, a cosy lounge, quiet study, functional utility room and a fully equipped games room including a 3-in-1 revolving games table and cinema projector. The house is situated along the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal, boasting beautiful views from the garden of barges passing by, waterway wildlife and the green fields and hills beyond!
The exterior has been updated with fresh, bright contrasting paintwork. What was originally a sloping, unused front garden, is now an elevated parking area with drive-in drive- out functionality, with steps down to the front door. At the rear a 30 metre squared balcony has been constructed with bi-folding doors opening out from the dining room and lounge. There is a gas BBQ and rattan furniture available to use during the summer months, to allow you to dine outside and enjoy the view while relaxing on the balcony. The house sleeps up to 10 people and guests have full use of the entire house during their stay. It has a contemporary feel throughout, incorporating a distinctive purple theme. There are 6 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. In addition to this, there's a spacious kitchen diner, a cosy lounge, quiet study, functional utility room and a fully equipped games room including a 3-in-1 revolving games table and cinema projector. The house is situated along the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal, boasting beautiful views from the garden of barges passing by, waterway wildlife and the green fields and hills beyond!
What makes this property unique
Guests are welcome to use our range of boats and bikes while staying at the house. We provide life jackets and helmets in a range of sizes.
There's also fishing equipment available and the canal is well stocked with bream, pike, roach, dace, chub, perch and eel.
Free Netflix access is also available during your stay.
There's also fishing equipment available and the canal is well stocked with bream, pike, roach, dace, chub, perch and eel.
Free Netflix access is also available during your stay.
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