Title: Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community Cabin in Cowbridge with sauna and outdoor pool ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118680000/118675000/118674917/84d46d00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118680000/118675000/118674917/1d56b60c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118680000/118675000/118674917/727fef4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118680000/118675000/118674917/5b3ea697.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118680000/118675000/118674917/538e9893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Guests can also expect to find a playground. ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community Thank you for considering Noddfa for your trip! Noddfa was built in the summer of 2020 initially as a writer's retreat for the owner. It is located in a magical spot deep in the 60 acres of private woodland belonging to Coed Hills Rural Artspace, a low impact community of friendly, artistically-inclined, wonderful people - a dozen of which live scattered about the site in their own hand-built dwellings. Noddfa is very much the owners personal space with lots of evidence of his life and interests. It offers comfortable off-grid peace and seclusion. Noddfa (Welsh for 'refuge' or 'sanctuary' ) was built single-handedly and by hand to the owner's own design. Within her 4.8m x 2.4m footprint, there are, effectively, two double bedrooms, a kitchen, lounge/diner, library, an attached compost loo and a decking area with bench and table. There are no mains services. Electricity is provided via power banks, with rechargeable lights and a DAB radio. There is a 40L tank of fresh drinking water next to the sink, with 2 supplementary 10L back-up tanks. Extra water is available at a stand-pipe 200m away. There is no wi-fi and 4G tends to become 3G under heavy cloud cover. Mobile phone signals, depending on network, also fluctuate and sometimes disappear. There is a huge car parking area in the field between the lane and Coed Hills Rural Artspace buildings, that are found through the arboretum at the end of the track. Noddfa is another 5/6 minutes walk from this cluster of buildings. The lane from St Hilary is a single track road with passing places, but Coed is only about three quarters of a mile from the village. The village, in turn, is only a a quarter of a mile off the A48, which is easily accessed off the M4 (from the east, 11 miles from Jct.33; from the west, 9 miles from Jct.35; from the north, 7 miles from Jct.34). The nearest rail station is Llantwit Major (5 miles), but is a small branch line between Cardiff and Bridgend with an hourly service at best. InterCity services serve Bridgend (10 miles) and Cardiff Central (13 miles). London is 2hrs from Cardiff and a further 20mins from Bridgend.. There are reasonable bus services (route X2) from both Cardiff and Bridgend - ask for the bus stop at the 'St. Hilary junction' on the A48; just over a mile from Coed Hills. If travelling by public transport, I can usually arrange to pick you up from nearby bus stops and stations. I live a few miles away (20 mins drive), but would hope to meet and greet you and show you around, at the very least. There is also a wonderful group of people living on site permanently who will also be more than happy to help you out with information, advice and assistance if required. The 'swimming lake' is for the brave only, although it gets well-used at the height of summer. It is a natural pond, shared with ducks most of the year. It shouldn't be used alone and you use it it entirely at your own risk. It is 8ft deep at the end of the jetty. There are several other ponds dotted around, including the horseshoe pond near Noddfa, none of which are suitable for swimming. Young children need to be closely supervised near all of these ponds. There is a wood-fired sauna available in the shower block at Coed Central, bookable in advance with one of the residents, at a flat rate set-up cost of £15, which I can arrange for you. It is the same amount of work for one person to use it as it is for 10. There is a fire pit next to the cabin which can be used with care. I can supply a crate of wood and kindling for this if you would like, at a cost of £5. I have to say we are a bit nervous about flames near cabins as we lost the first one I built at Coed to carelessness with candles. Therefore smoking and candles are both banned inside the cabin. Sorry! My charges reflect not just the effort in cleaning and maintaining a remote off-grid cabin, but also the effort needed to replenish the water supply, the wood for the wood burner and the servicing of the compost loo. The Coed site and nearby village are often used for filming, especially by Cardiff based Dr Who and Casualty. The cabin and its environs feature in a couple of great music videos by 'Sfven' entitled "Forest Ave" and "There for You"; he stayed in the cabin in June 2021. On booking, I will provide you with a pdf copy of my Noddfa User Guide, with plenty more information on the cabin, the Coed Hills site and community and the surrounding area. Thank you again for considering Noddfa! ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Massage - Outdoor pool - Sauna ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - 3 steps to reach entrance - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Farming classes - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - At least 80% organic food - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Farming classes - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Property located in a resort - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Cottage, Private Bathroom (2 Swallow) | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4476000/4475964/adc97808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moorshead Farm Cowbridge - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=4475964&PinnedHotelID=4475964&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16630000/16621600/16621508/a7a6cf95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Mount Rooms Barry - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Gym 7.6 Good 1,008 reviews £45 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=16621508&PinnedHotelID=16621508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89980000/89972500/89972411/c3bb9bc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy annex Brynmenyn - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=89972411&PinnedHotelID=89972411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113790000/113781400/113781316/c553dc4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern, private, home from home with amazing views and great hiking trails Llanfair - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=113781316&PinnedHotelID=113781316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33930000/33920500/33920410/df7164e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside bungalow overlooking dunes Bridgend - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Microwave 9.2 Wonderful 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=33920410&PinnedHotelID=33920410&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110610000/110600200/110600185/c36dc934.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ty Hiraeth A Charming Stay Steps Away from Caerphilly Castle! 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.44513%2C-3.40750&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Nx4GyoBmtohwa0kL2J6bWtYv8Mw=) St Hilary, Vale of Glamorgan #### What's nearby - Barry Island Beach - 21 min drive - 10.0 miles - Cardiff Bay - 24 min drive - 16.2 miles - Principality Stadium - 25 min drive - 14.3 miles - Cardiff Castle - 26 min drive - 14.1 miles - Cardiff University - 28 min drive - 15.1 miles #### Getting around - Llantwit Major Station - 11 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬9 min drive - ‪Aubrey Arms - ‬5 min drive - ‪Farnham's Fish & Chips - ‬11 min drive - ‪1 Town Hall Square - ‬6 min drive - ‪Three Horseshoes - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Noddfa (refuge/sanctuary) off-grid woodland retreat near ediculture community located? > Located in Llanfair, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Taskforce Paint Ball Games, Fonmon Castle and Cottrell Park Golf Resort. 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