Greenheart Cottage

Greenheart Cottage is a delightful, four-bedroom holiday home nestled in the Welsh village of Pontrhydyfen. Encompassed by the natural beauty of the surrounding hills, boasting off-road parking and a close proximity to the nearest shop and the River Afan, this charming abode is an idyllic spot for families, friends, or sharing couples seeking a refreshing escape to beautiful West Glamorgan.

Step into the reverse-level living spaces of Greenheart Cottage and be instantly enchanted by the first-floor living spaces, complete with a well-equipped kitchen, a dining room with ample seating, and a sitting area featuring an elegant woodburning stove and a Smart TV, serving as a perfect spot to relax and spend quality time with your loved ones. Venture out to the raised courtyard on warmer evenings, where you can while away the hours taking in the sights and sounds of the countryside with a glass of wine in hand.

When you’re ready to retire for the night, four plush bedrooms await: a double bedroom, a ground-floor double bedroom, and two ground-floor twin bedrooms, all sumptuous and ready to whisk you off to a night of well-earned rest. Start each day with a refreshing shower or a dip in the bath before you head out to explore the local area.

Set out on foot to discover the delights of Pontrhydyfen, a quaint village that offers a supermarket, a café, and the historic landmark of the Pontrhydyfen Aqueduct.When completed, in 1827, it was the largest aqueduct in Britain and, as an impressive engineering feat, became a local tourist attraction.Pontrhydyfen was the birthplace of Richard Burton, and the monument is also valued for iconic photographs showing the actor walking across the bridge.Today the bridge carries a path and cycleway. Just a short drive away, you’ll find the larger towns of Port Talbot, Neath, and Bridgend, where you can explore their numerous sights, sounds and local attractions.