10/10 Excellent
Chris
Nov 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chris
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Entire home
Grandads Shack
2.0 star property
Choose dates to view prices
Photo gallery for Grandads Shack
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
Room options
You may also like
Ad
Tŷ Newport
Langstone
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast available
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 365 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
365 reviews
Ad
The Parkgate Hotel
Cardiff City Centre
- Spa
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,772 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,772 reviews
$117 nightly
The price is $141
$141 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
Staybridge Suites Cardiff by IHG
Butetown
- Breakfast included
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Gym
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 269 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
269 reviews
$101 nightly
The price is $122
$122 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
voco St David's Cardiff by IHG
Butetown
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Spa
- Pet friendly
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,004 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
$117 nightly
The price is $140
$140 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
Hilton Cardiff
Cardiff City Centre
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Spa
- Pet friendly
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 1,006 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,006 reviews
$100 nightly
The price is $120
$120 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
Copthorne Hotel Cardiff-Caerdydd
Wenvoe
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 1,000 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,000 reviews
$67 nightly
The price is $80
$80 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
Celtic Manor Resort
Newport
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Spa
- Kids pool
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 1,338 reviews
8.4
Very Good
1,338 reviews
$124 nightly
The price is $149
$149 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
Delta Hotels by Marriott St. Pierre Country Club
Chepstow
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Spa
- Pet friendly
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 1,005 reviews
8.2
Very Good
1,005 reviews
$88 nightly
The price is $106
$106 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
Holland House Hotel Cardiff By Sunday
Adamsdown
- Pool
- Spa
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,000 reviews
7.8
Good
1,000 reviews
$75 nightly
The price is $90
$90 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Ad
Mercure Newport Hotel
Newport City Centre
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Gym
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 971 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
971 reviews
$72 nightly
The price is $87
$87 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
About the neighborhood
Pontypool
This cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto. The cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle.
What's nearby
- Pontypool Park - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
- Brecon Beacons National Park - 25 min drive - 11.8 miles
- Cardiff Castle - 38 min drive - 26.0 miles
- Principality Stadium - 39 min drive - 26.4 miles
- Cardiff Bay - 40 min drive - 26.6 miles
Getting around
- Newbridge Station - 16 min drive
- Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 77 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- The Rising Sun - 10 min drive
- Wain-Y-Clare - 11 min drive
- Harvester - 9 min drive
- Little Crown Inn - 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
Guests staying at this cottage have access to a garden and a picnic area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The cottage also includes an electric kettle. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Similar properties
The Little Crown Inn
The Little Crown Inn
Pen Tranch
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Breakfast available
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 13 reviews
10
Exceptional
13 reviews
$126 nightly
The price is $126
$126 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
Heron's Lodge
Heron's Lodge
Pontypool
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
$449 nightly
The price is $539
$539 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Glebe Farm Cottage
Glebe Farm Cottage
Llangybi
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Parking included
- Outdoor Space
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 6 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
$368 nightly
The price is $442
$442 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
25 Ellwood path
25 Ellwood path
Cwmbran
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Laundry
The Old Stables
The Old Stables
Usk
- Kitchen
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
$382 nightly
The price is $458
$458 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Goodstay Apartments by Urban Space
Goodstay Apartments by Urban Space
Barry
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 32 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
32 reviews
Moorshead Farm
Moorshead Farm
Cowbridge
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 46 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
46 reviews
Meillion
Meillion
Aberdare
- Kitchen
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
$406 nightly
The price is $487
$487 total
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Blackwood Getaway - Peaceful Countryside Escape
Cozy Blackwood Getaway - Peaceful Countryside Escape
Blackwood
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
Host Stay Chichester Close
Host Stay Chichester Close
Hereford
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
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
- Smoking not allowed
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
- This property welcomes pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Property 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
- Check-in: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
Property is also known as
Grandads Shack Cottage
Grandads Shack Pontypool
Grandads Shack Cottage Pontypool
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this cottage?
This cottage is located in Pontypool, close to Pontypool Park, Big Pit National Coal Museum, and Blaenavon Ironworks. Shell Grotto is also within a driving distance of 2.6 mi.
How much does it cost to stay at Grandads Shack?
As of Mar 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grandads Shack on Mar 14, 2026 start from 411.66, excluding 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.
Will I be able to park at this cottage?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.
Is this cottage next to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Grandads Shack?
Amenities at this cottage that appeal to couples include a kitchen and a garden.
Does Grandads Shack have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is about 25.8 mi away. Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 27.5 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Grandads Shack?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Grandads Shack.
Grandads Shack Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
10 - Excellent
1
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
8 - Good
0
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities