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The Highmead

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Blackwood with free breakfast

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Standard Room | Laundry
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Standard Room | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Tredegar Rd, Blackwood, Wales, NP12 1BY
  • Caerphilly Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Cardiff Castle
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Principality Stadium
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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Room options

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Blackwood

Located in Oakdale within 2 miles (3 km) of Bargoed Woodland Park, The Highmead is within a few miles (5 km) of Pan-Y-fan Country Park. This 3-star bed & breakfast has 2 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bargoed Woodland Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Caerphilly Castle - 16 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Big Pit National Coal Museum - 25 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Cardiff Castle - 32 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • Principality Stadium - 33 min drive - 19.9 miles

Getting around

  • Newbridge Station - 6 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Sirhowy (Wetherspoon) - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Square Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The New Forge - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Highmead

Bed & breakfast in Blackwood with free breakfast
If you decide to drive, there's free parking.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Sitting areas and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 cash
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Highmead Blackwood
The Highmead Bed & breakfast
The Highmead Bed & breakfast Blackwood

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to The Highmead?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Oakdale, close to Bargoed Woodland Park, Twmbarlwm Mountain, and Sirhowy Valley Country Park. You'll also find Pan-Y-fan Country Park and Parc Penallta within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highmead?

As of Jun 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highmead on Jul 7, 2025 start from $101.86, 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.

Is there parking available at The Highmead?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Highmead have a casino?

No, The Highmead doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Highmead?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Highmead have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Highmead have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Highmead offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will The Highmead allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Highmead.

Are there connecting rooms at The Highmead?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Highmead?

The closest major airport to The Highmead is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is about 20.4 mi away. Another top airport is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is around 29 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Highmead?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Highmead.

The Highmead Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accomadation was very clean throughout. Daily service towels bathroom, bins etc. Wifi facilities excelent. Comfortable and warm accomadation.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly Recommend

This place was absolutely spotless and extremely comfortable. It has everything you need and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hosts, accommodating and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was very pleasant and Gary helped me out with an earlier check in time to accommodate me. The place was immaculate and offered me everything that i needed. Would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neville, Croydon North

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean but parking was not very good. Not sure but someone bang on our door about 9.45pm went down no one round but a lot off noise until at least 12.30am. Would stay here again only because it was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024