10/10 Excellent
Chris
28 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Entire home
Grandads Shack
2.0 star property
Cottage in Pontypool with kitchen
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
- Outdoor space
Explore the area
Lower Penlasgarn Lasgarn Lane Trevethin, Pontypool, Wales, NP4 8TR
- Pontypool ParkPlace, Pontypool Park7 min drive
- Principality StadiumPlace, Principality Stadium39 min drive
- Cardiff BayPlace, Cardiff Bay40 min drive
- Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)58 min drive
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About the area
Pontypool
At this cottage you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Pontypool Park and 3 km (1.8 mi) from Shell Grotto. .Accommodation is individually decorated and features a wardrobe or cupboard.A kitchen and a fridge are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
What's nearby
- Pontypool Park - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
- Brecon Beacons National Park - 25 min drive - 18.9 km
- Cardiff Castle - 38 min drive - 41.8 km
- Principality Stadium - 39 min drive - 42.4 km
- Cardiff Bay - 40 min drive - 42.8 km
Getting around
- Newbridge Station - 16 min drive
- Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 77 min drive
Restaurants
- The Rising Sun - 10 min drive
- The Unicom - 8 min drive
- Little Crown Inn - 7 min drive
- Snack Attack - 8 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Grandads Shack
Cottage in Pontypool with kitchen
As a guest of Grandads Shack, you'll find a garden and a picnic area. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.
This Pontypool cottage is smoke free.
- 1 guestroom or unit
- Garden
- Outdoor picnic space
- No smoking on site
Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Kitchens offer fridges and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.
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Property amenities
Parking and transport
- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1 private bathroom
- Shower
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Picnic area
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- No housekeeping service
Location highlights
- Next to a golf course
Things to do
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- Pets are welcome Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Payment types
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards.
Property is also known as
Grandads Shack Cottage
Grandads Shack Pontypool
Grandads Shack Cottage Pontypool
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Grandads Shack?
Yep, Grandads Shack has a free self car park.
Does Grandads Shack have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grandads Shack?
No, Grandads Shack does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Grandads Shack?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there a golf course on site at Grandads Shack?
There is a golf course next to Grandads Shack.
Grandads Shack Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
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