Title: MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage 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 # MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage Riverside holiday home in Port Talbot with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68900000/68891600/68891592/26043906.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68900000/68891600/68891592/8c7a4fc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68900000/68891600/68891592/0ec596c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68900000/68891600/68891592/592ce9e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68900000/68891600/68891592/965bc134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Afan Forest Park, Afan Valley Holiday Home is a charming old Miners Cottage that offers secure bike storage for mountain bikers and hikers. This character-filled cottage has uneven floorboards, an original staircase, and stained glass windows that add to its unique charm. Take in the scenic views of nearby Gower seafront or Brecon Beacons National Park. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage Afan Valley Holiday Home is an old Miners Cottage, built in 1901 set in the beautiful village of Cymmer – in the heart of the spectacular Afan Forest Park. The area is popular with Mountain Bikers & Hikers due to the array of tracks & trails in the area – we offer secure bike storage for your stay. The cottage is situated midway between the stunning sea views of the Gower & the Brecon Beacons National Park – so you can wake up and decide which direction to drive to, or stay locally for a walk or a ride. Aberavon Beach is a 13 miles away also – so beach days are very much possible as well as hill days. Please do note, the cottage is on a main road, so road noise is likely during your stay. Please note, there are no stairgates fitted so if you think they will be required please bring travel stairgates with you. We will accept up to two well behaved dogs by prior arrangement, £20 per dog per stay & ask that any damage is compensated. Please also note that this is our home away from home - The house is an old Miners Cottage, built in 1901 & is a fabulous slice of Welsh history in itself. It has uneven floorboards that creak a bit upstairs, an original staircase that's a little steeper than newer houses, original stained glass in some areas inside the cottage - it's a fun space that has character inside & out - but it is not a Boutique Hotel, so please do not expect the style & finish of one - we think it's cosy & a great place to relax after a day out on the hills and hope you do too. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking 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 ## Similar properties ![Luxury Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Garden Area (Bwthyn y Saer) | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23070000/23063000/23062992/1b90a72c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swansea Valley Holiday Cottages Swansea - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews £293 includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=23062992&PinnedHotelID=23062992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37770000/37764300/37764276/1d09f277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The View at Afan Forest Park by STAE-Homes Duffryn Rhondda - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 House Afan Valley Holiday Home is an old Miners Cottage 3 Bedroom ## 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%7C51.65079%2C-3.65182&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=u3seanoDDp0eBqMyzmKS8CTZCW4=) PORT TALBOT, Wales #### What's nearby - Afan Argoed Country Park - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles - Aberavon Beach - 21 min drive - 11.5 miles - Margam Castle - 22 min drive - 13.2 miles - Zip World Tower - 32 min drive - 16.8 miles - Swansea Marina - 33 min drive - 18.8 miles #### Getting around - Maesteg (Ewenny Road) Station - 14 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 67 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Sawyers Arms (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min drive - ‪G2 - ‬6 min drive - ‪Imperial Cafe - ‬12 min drive - ‪Caerau Top Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage located? > Situated on a river, this holiday home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Afan Argoed Country Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Rhondda Valley and Victoria Gardens. Gwyn Hall and Go Ape at Margam Port Talbot are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## MTB & Hikers retreat, Afan Valley Holiday Home, Sleeps 6, Secure Bike Storage Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kamel L. 5 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Top place very very nice. Very good location. ##### Kamel L. 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