Title: The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=36876803&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan ## Photo gallery for The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan ![Property grounds - The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan (Pendoylan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36876900/36876803/2fbdc9c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan (Pendoylan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36876900/36876803/7b979dcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan (Pendoylan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36876900/36876803/f2f9bb4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan (Pendoylan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36876900/36876803/5774107f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan (Pendoylan)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36880000/36876900/36876803/837ab799.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Deep in the heart of the countryside, this quirky Shepherd Hut is nestled within The Secret Garden. Enjoy al fresco dining near a fire pit surrounded by twinkling fairy lights and uplit trees, then unwind on the deck with a glass of your favorite drink. ## Reviews 6.0 ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available £92 includes taxes & fees 10 Mar - 11 Mar ## 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. ### The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan This quirky cosy Shepherd Hut located in the Secret Garden where you can enjoy al fresco dining heated by the warmth of the fire pit surrounded by the twinkling fairy lit hedges and up lit trees. The Secret Garden is in the heart of the countryside ensuring complete privacy. It has a double fold down bed fully made up with crisp cotton sheets, duvet and fluffy pillows. The kitchenette has two hotplates, fridge, sink and microwave along with all the glassware and crockery you will need. Built in en-suite shower room with fluffy towels provided. Enjoy a glass of something cold sitting on the deck looking out onto The Secret Garden. There are some great pubs locally and these are all listed in our welcome folder along with their phone numbers, however, if you would like us to book a table anywhere just drop us a message. Also, just a short drive, is the labyrinth of forestry walks to include Pyscodlin Lake which is a beautiful site and on the other side the lovely picnic areas. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 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 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 ### Property is also known as The Hideaway Shepherd Hut Cabin The Hideaway Shepherd Hut Cowbridge The Hideaway Shepherd Hut Cabin Cowbridge ## About the area Located in Cowbridge, this cabin is in a rural area. Cardiff Castle and Llantrisant Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Llantrisant Leisure Centre and St. Fagans Walk. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Principality Stadium or Cardiff City Stadium. [Visit our Cowbridge travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cowbridge.dx6134082) [View more Cabin rentals in Cardiff](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Cabins.d6054272-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C51.49281%2C-3.35247&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LIDtdve0DPkJsrnKKHV-wEC6Ewo=) Pendoylan, WLS ### What's nearby - ![St Fagans which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and a house](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222364/39f13faf-241a-4f67-9f28-dfd196a0749c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) St. Fagans National Museum of History 14 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Llantrisant Castle 8 min drive \- 2.8 miles - Llantrisant Leisure Centre 10 min drive \- 4.3 miles - St. Mary's Church St. Fagans 13 min drive \- 7.4 miles - The Royal Mint Experience 13 min drive \- 6.4 miles ### Getting around - Pontyclun Station 10 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - The Boars Head 9 min drive - McDonald's 8 min drive - Costa Coffee 8 min drive - Starbucks 7 min drive - Vulcan Pub 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan? ### How much is parking at The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan? ### What time is check-in at The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan? ### What time is check-out at The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan? ### Where is The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Hideaway Shepherd Hut, Duffryn Mawr self catering cottages Vale of Glamorgan Reviews ## Reviews All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol P. 23 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overnight stay Lovely ##### Carol P. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Michele W. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Shed in a field Very disappointed as not as expected. Expensive for just a box. Log burner tiny and not on just a small oil radiator. Did not stay at this hut, left and booked somewhere else to stay the night. ##### Michele W. 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