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Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes.

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a coffee table, a sofa, a TV displaying 'NETFLIX,' and a large window with curtains.
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A modern living room with a red sofa, a blue armchair, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue chairs, a teal sofa, a fireplace, and a large abstract painting.
A bed with a black metal frame, a pink quilt, and decorative pillows. There are wall-mounted lights and framed botanical prints above the bed.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cymmer, Wales
  • Place, Afan Argoed Country Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Rhondda Valley
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Margam Country Park
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪85 min drive‬

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About the area

Port Talbot

A family-friendly stay in Port Talbot awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 33.2 km (20.7 mi) from Brecon Beacons National Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A fenced private garden, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Port Talbot holiday home include Afan Argoed Country Park and Go Ape at Margam Port Talbot.
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What's nearby

  • Afan Argoed Country Park - 11 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Rhondda Valley - 18 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Margam Country Park - 34 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Aberavon Beach - 37 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Margam Castle - 37 min drive - 24.4 km

Getting around

  • Maesteg (Ewenny Road) Station - 14 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sawyers Arms (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caerau Top Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪G2 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Peter Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Star - ‬11 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.

Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes.

Happy Days Afan Forest is an ex-miners cottage, set on a typical terrace of the Welsh valleys. The recently renovated Happy Days Afan Forest provides accommodation with outside space. Additionally, there is a secure Bike shed with CCTV that opens out onto the 13 mile-long cycle track, Afan forest is famed for its mountain biking and hiking and is ideal for dog walking. On a clear night, the view of the stars is amazing. perfect for stargazers The house is only 10 minutes from Maesteg town with its array of shops, and supermarkets. cafes, bars, and restaurants with good train, bus, and taxi services. The Gower peninsular with its endless award-winning beaches is approximately 1 hr away. Aberavon or the pretty seaside town of Porthcawl is only 30 to 35 minutes away. The property is non-smoking and has free fast wifi. Located 31 miles from the City of Cardiff and 32 miles from Swansea

The house, set over three floors comes with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, wifi, and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave, and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are featured in the house. There is also a seating area outside for alfresco dining. or if you want to dine out there is a restaurant just 50 yards away from the house on the cycle track.

Bike hire is available nearby and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. A baby safety gate, highchair, and travel cot are also available at the accommodation. Additionally, for those bringing their fur babies, there are towels. bucket.poo bags. and a water bowl in the shed which can be accessed from the back of the house for easy cleanup after a day of exploring
There is an outside tap and hose to help with the very messy cleanups.


The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 42 km from Happy Days Afan Forest.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 12,917 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No hen or stag parties.
quiet time between 10pm and 8am.
Please leave the house as you find it. Clean and tidy and no furniture moved

Pets

  • Pets are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes.?

The closest beach to Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes. is Aberavon Beach (13.3 km).

Does Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes. have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes.?

No, Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Welcome to Afan Forest Retreat by Happy Days Stays. Forest trails from the door, scenic cycle routes to Aberavon Beach, secure bike storage and a great pub nearby. Perfect for walkers, cyclists, dog owners and relaxing South Wales escapes. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

MarleneD

Mrs

Excellent as usual 3rd time staying so homely lovely location *****
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey F.

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

Absolutely a stunning home within beautiful surroundings.

Stunning in every sense of the word.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

MarleneD

Mrs

Excellent as usual 4th time staying house is always so cozy and clean and area is perfect for walks and exploring
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

KarenC

Great holiday

I arrived at afan Forest retreat. And was immediately overwhelmed with the house. Stunning decor,well thought out. The owner, Linda had thought of everything,!! From spare tooth brushes.to high chairs.baby bottles. Toiletries. Basic foodstuffs etc. the rooms were well thought out.the beds super comfy. They went above and beyond. The are was stunning. The neighbours and locals friendly.linda and fran has thought of guests itenery with places to visit. Like my favourite water falls. All in all I cannot recommend this place enough. It was like a home from home. Thank you linda for a wonderful stay.and thank you fran too. Can't wait to come back!!!! From a very happy Karen Tony and boys. Xx
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

KarenC

Great holiday

I arrived at afan Forest retreat. And was immediately overwhelmed with the house. Stunning decor,well thought out. The owner, Linda had thought of everything,!! From spare tooth brushes.to high chairs.baby bottles. Toiletries. Basic foodstuffs etc. the rooms were well thought out.the beds super comfy. They went above and beyond. The are was stunning. The neighbours and locals friendly.linda and fran has thought of guests itenery with places to visit. Like my favourite water falls. All in all I cannot recommend this place enough. It was like a home from home. Thank you linda for a wonderful stay.and thank you fran too. Can't wait to come back!!!! From a very happy Karen Tony and boys. Xx