Set within Brecon Beacons National Park, the Winchfawr Lodge is 6 minutes’ drive from Merthyr Tydfil. It offers self-catering lodges with scenic views, free Wi-Fi, and free parking. The center of Cardiff is 25 miles away. Lodges at the Winchfawr feature a fully fitted kitchen and a luxurious bathroom which benefits from complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. The lounge area features a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The nearby historic town of Merthyr Tydfil features numerous restaurants, bars, and pubs. Local activities include rock climbing, trekking, and water sports on the reservoirs. The lodge has secure bike storage and a power wash cleaning facility for mountain bikes. Brecon Mountain Railway is an 11-minute drive from Winchfawr Lodge and offers steam rides across the beautiful wilderness. Merthyr Tydfil‎ Railway Station provides good links to the capital, which is home to the National Museum, Cardiff Castle, and Cardiff Bay.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was the main reason for my booking, as a lone traveller the cost was too high for me but necessary over the bank holiday weekend - very good value if travelling as a larger group. Facilities and kitchen are excellent, the host is lovely...
  • Nik
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    fantastic location, clean and well presented we will be using gain
  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the amount of space you get for parking and open space. Bike lockup was spot on and not noticable. Living room was great so was the kitchen. Bedrooms were spot on with a large bathroom. Location was fantastic. 10 minutes from BPW. Nice and...

Area info

Amenities of Winchfawr Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Bingo
    Off-site
  • Aerobics
    Off-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
    Off-site
  • Bar crawls
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Playground
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Suit press
  • Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Winchfawr Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

This property is located in a residential area, and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise.

FAQs about Winchfawr Lodge

  • Winchfawr Lodge is 1.6 miles from the center of Merthyr Tydfil. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Winchfawr Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Movie nights
    • Happy hour
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Aerobics
    • Bike tours
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bar crawls
    • Bingo
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding

  • Check-in at Winchfawr Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Winchfawr Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Winchfawr Lodge include:

    • Chalet
    • Apartment