Title: James' Place at Castle Cottage 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 home # James' Place at Castle Cottage Cottage in Merthyr Tydfil with free parking ![Cottage, Private Bathroom | Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71050000/71049300/71049205/80fbf135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage, Private Bathroom | 2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71050000/71049300/71049205/a9731025.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, Private Bathroom | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71050000/71049300/71049205/2df76e42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, Private Bathroom | Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71050000/71049300/71049205/6bf9b38c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage, Private Bathroom | Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71050000/71049300/71049205/4550eb73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Consider a stay at James' Place at Castle Cottage and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Business services ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### James' Place at Castle Cottage Cottage in Merthyr Tydfil with free parking Along with a computer station, this smoke-free cottage has a garden and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is not available. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Car recommended - Free self parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Terrace ### Work spaces - Computer station ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Food and water bowls ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests will receive lockbox information ### Access methods Lockbox ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: GBP 250.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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/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 This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as James' Place At Castle James Place @ Castle Cottage James' Place at Castle Cottage Cottage James' Place at Castle Cottage Merthyr Tydfil James' Place at Castle Cottage Cottage Merthyr Tydfil ## 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%7C51.74984%2C-3.38060&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J9xy4UgN_gC-X7ei9vaadVHupcw=) 12 Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, CF47 8LS #### What's nearby - Cyfarthfa Park and Museum - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Brecon Beacons National Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 miles - Brecon Mountain Railway - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles - BikePark Wales - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Garwnant Visitor Centre - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles #### Getting around - Merthyr Tydfil Station - 12 min walk - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Y Dic Penderyn - ‬7 min walk - ‪Holvey’s Cafe - ‬12 min walk - ‪Winchester - ‬6 min walk - ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Iron Dragon - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is James' Place at Castle Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at James' Place at Castle Cottage? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at James' Place at Castle Cottage? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at James' Place at Castle Cottage? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is James' Place at Castle Cottage located? > Situated in Merthyr Tydfil, this cottage is steps from Ynysfach Engine House and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Brecon Beacons National Park. Joseph Parry's Ironworker's Cottage and Joseph Parry's Cottage are also within 10 minutes. Merthyr Tydfil Station is 12 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## James' Place at Castle Cottage Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent 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) ### 8.6 Cleanliness 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda 13 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Beautiful Home Lovely home to stay in, very clean and had everything I needed. Loved the personal touch of fresh Welsh Cakes on arrival. Communication was brilliant and couldn't have asked for more! ##### Amanda Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 11 Jun 2024 Liked: Communication Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Lovely interior but check street view Our recent birthday holiday stay had its positives, but unfortunately, it didn't fully meet our expectations. The communication with the hosts was excellent—they were welcoming and even greeted us with Welsh cakes and a bottle of Prosecco to celebrate my birthday, which was a lovely touch. The interior of the property was well done up, reflecting the effort put into its presentation. However, the location was not what we had anticipated. In hindsight, we should have checked the street view more thoroughly. While the property was advertised as family and pet friendly, our experience suggested otherwise. The carpet on the stairs and in the hallway had a very old, stale cigarette smell that lingered on our clothes even after we had left. This was a significant downside, especially considering we had a young baby with us. Moreover, taking our dog out for a walk was inconvenient. The nearest patch of grass was a 10-minute walk away, which made it challenging for quick bathroom breaks. Ultimately, we found ourselves disappointed. The photos in the listing were enticing, but the reality did not live up to our expectations. Due to the smell and the location issues, we couldn't stay for the entire duration of our booking. While there were certainly positive aspects to our stay, the negatives unfortunately outweighed them, leading to an overall unsatisfactory experience. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline 3 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### Jacqueline Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee 17 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication It was better than expected situated in a great spot so able to travel around easily ##### Lee Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Heritage Park Pontypridd, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Heritage-Park-Hotel-Leisure-Club.h1668045.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Portmeirion & Castell Deudraeth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penrhyndeudraeth-Hotels-Hotel-Portmeirion-Castell-Deudraeth.h10075714.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel St David's, Nr Chester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Deeside-Hotels-Village-Hotel-St-Davids.h903462.Hotel-Information) > > [Llwyn Onn Guest House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil-Hotels-Llwyn-Onn-Guest-House.h1779802.Hotel-Information) > > [Quay Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Conwy-Hotels-Quay-Hotel-And-Spa.h1517268.Hotel-Information) > > [The Towers Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Neath-Hotels-The-Towers-Hotel-And-Spa.h2305564.Hotel-Information) > > [Tiger Inn Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil-Hotels-Tiger-Inn-Hotel.h95246230.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Cabin Sleeps 5 Glan Gwna Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Caernarfon-Hotels-Stunning-2-Bed-Chalet-In-Caernarfon.h58060470.Hotel-Information) > > [Seiont Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Caernarfon-Hotels-Seiont-Manor-Hotel.h486288.Hotel-Information) > > [Macdonald Plas Talgarth Holiday Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Machynlleth-Hotels-Macdonald-Plas-Talgarth-Holiday-Resort.h13232286.Hotel-Information) > > [Lion Quays Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oswestry-Hotels-Lion-Quays-Hotel-Spa.h1379396.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Newport Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Mercure-Newport-Hotel.h46182979.Hotel-Information) > > [The Druidstone Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haverfordwest-Hotels-The-Druidstone-Hotel.h23532098.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott St. Pierre Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-St-Pierre-Marriott-Hotel-Country-Club.h65879.Hotel-Information) > > [Rossett Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wrexham-Hotels-Rossett-Hall-Hotel.h574570.Hotel-Information) > > [Bessemer Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil-Hotels-Bessemer-Hotel.h68312624.Hotel-Information) > > [Plas Maenan Country House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llanrwst-Hotels-Plas-Maenan-Country-House.h41741536.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Aberavon Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Talbot-Hotels-Best-Western-Aberavon-Beach-Hotel.h865770.Hotel-Information) > > [Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil-Hotels-Nant-Ddu-Lodge-Hotel.h15447245.Hotel-Information) > > [Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Merthyr-Tydfil-Hotels-Castle-Hotel.h1381512.Hotel-Information) > > [The Cliff Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardigan-Hotels-The-Cliff-Hotel-Spa.h11900793.Hotel-Information) > > [Tŷ Magor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cardiff-Hotels-Ty-Hotel.h3928584.Hotel-Information) > > [Tre-Ysgawen Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llangefni-Hotels-Tre-Ysgawen-Hall.h3499549.Hotel-Information) > > [Beaufort Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mold-Hotels-Beaufort-Park-Hotel.h912336.Hotel-Information) > > [Château Rhianfa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Menai-Bridge-Hotels-Chateau-Rhianfa.h5103718.Hotel-Information) > > [Blanco's Hotel Port Talbot](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Talbot-Hotels-Blancos-Hotel-Port-Talbot.h31632244.Hotel-Information) > > [Trearddur Bay Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holyhead-Hotels-Trearddur-Bay-Hotel.h15717627.Hotel-Information) > > [Lake Vyrnwy Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oswestry-Hotels-Lake-Vyrnwy-Hotel-Spa.h879530.Hotel-Information) > > [Herons Lake Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mold-Hotels-Herons-Lake-Retreat.h33266089.Hotel-Information)