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The Byre

St Brides Major, South Wales & Pembrokeshire (Ref. 1129359)

Customer rating

5.0★

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Coast & Country Holidays rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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33 Customer Review(s)

  • Emma

    “Excellent stay, quiet, relaxing and superb facility especially if taking a dog.”

    Completely safe large area outside, plenty of walking right from the door. House high quality, spotless on arrival, beds comfortable. Just can’t fault this property or the owners in any way will definitely go back. Our black lab Walter loved the pigs, pheasants and his holiday too! This is the best holiday accommodation within the uk we have stopped at would highly recommend. Thank you

    Completely safe large area outside, plenty of walking right from the door. House high quality, spotless on arrival, beds comfortable. Just can’t fault this property or the owners in any way will definitely go back. Our black lab Walter loved the pigs, pheasants and his holiday too! This is the best holiday accommodation within the uk we have stopped at would highly recommend. Thank you

    - Emma, October 2025

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review! As a small family run team we so appreciate your kind words. We are thrilled lovely Walter enjoyed his stay, we loved meeting him!! Thank you for taking such good care of our cottage and we look forward to welcoming you all back soon. Warmest wishes, The Sealands Team. Property Owner

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Two super-king-size bedrooms (zip/link, can be twin on request)
  • Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Communal laundry room with washing machine
  • Communal dog washing area.
  • Underfloor heating powered by biomass boiler (renewable heating)
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen, dressing gowns and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, and hot tub
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 1.7 miles
  • Note: Two large dog kennels available for use
  • Due to rural location, wi-fi can be intermittent
  • Note: Access for walking/dog walks to the heritage coastal path via fields on the farm
  • Note: The property is situated on a working farm, please be aware of tractors
  • Please Note Due to rural location, wi-fi can be intermittent
  • Please note: Property can only accept a Friday check in.

The property

Located rurally upon Sealands Farm in St Brides Major, Vale of Glamorgan is this stunning barn conversion, The Byre.

Enjoying countryside views and a prime location near the beach and a plethora of amenities, whilst complete with a stylish interior, an enclosed garden with hot tub and flexible sleeping arrangements, The Byre offers a taste of luxury whilst exploring the South of Wales.

Park up off-road before reaching the stone-fronted exterior of The Byre, oozing style and quality.

Head indoors to be met by the contemporary, open-plan living space, adorned by A-framed beamed ceilings, a sleek kitchen with marble quartz worktops, and a host of state-of-the-art appliances, a dining space with potential to accommodate ten guests and a rustling woodburning stove, enveloped by plush seating.

Use this space as the heart of your home, to dine, socialise and plan your itinerary, before climbing into the indulgent hot tub, located in the pet-friendly garden.

Catch some rest from one of the two super-king-size bedrooms on offer, both with zip/link features, before awakening to a refresh in the sleek bathroom.

Enjoy the delights of the region with The Byre as your inviting base.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1034447 & 1034452, together sleeping up to 10 guests and The Byre can accommodate ten for dining together on request.

Sealands Farm Accommodation

Sealands Farm Accommodation is set on a working farm, consisting of a fabulous collection of contemporary barn conversions, enjoying a rural surrounding with excellent local walks in St Brides Major, Vale of Glamorgan. All complete with stylish, open-plan living areas, pet-friendly gardens with luxury hot tubs, and flexible sleeping arrangements, the collection invites couples, friends sharing, and groups to relish in a countryside escape, enjoying far-reaching views of the Welsh countryside. When you fancy a night away from the kitchen, there are several dog-friendly pubs in close proximity, serving local ales, home-cooked dishes and a welcoming ambiance. For your essentials, head to St Brides Major for its well-stocked village shop and milk hut selling fresh milk from a neighbouring farm. Close by is Cowbridge and Llantwit Major, local market towns with lots of unique shops, farmers markets and shops, pubs and restaurants. Dunraven Bay is worth a visit, offering breath-taking clifftop views, before touring the remains of Dunraven Castle which is within walking distance of the property itself, or continuing to Monknash Beach Nature Reserve. For a day of culture and history, be sure to discover Porthcawl and its museum, and lighthouse, ahead of another beach day upon the popular Porthcawl Rest Bay Beach, or visit the dog-friendly beach at Ogmore-By-Sea to include your furry friend. The infamous town of Barry also resides close by and benefits from a beautiful sandy beach, the ruins of Barry Castle, and an abundance of shops, pubs and restaurants, in addition to infamous amusement park which is best-known for being one of the filming locations in the hit TV show, Gavin and Stacey. Both Swansea and Cardiff can be found further afield, offering a taste of the city life, perfect for shopping trips, sampling delectable menus, or an itinerary of sightseeing, with Cardiff Castle, the National Museum Cardiff, the Principality Stadium, The National Waterfront Museum, and Plantasia Tropical Zoo all recognised as popular attractions to discover. Experience an indulgent escape by booking Sealands Farm Accommodation.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

ST BRIDES MAJOR

Bridgend 3.8 miles; Porthcawl 9 miles; Cardiff 23.9 miles.

St Brides Major is a quaint village resting in the Vale of Glamorgan, resting near the coastline of South Wales. Home to a farm shop, The Fox pub, serving traditional fare, a village hall, and a florist, the village has all the necessities for a self-catered stay whilst a hub of amenities lies further into the county in Bridgend. For attractions, Dunraven Bay and its clifftop vantage point is a short journey away, along with the grand remains of Dunraven Castle, whilst Merthyr Mawr Nature Reserve, and Ogmore Castle rest either side of River Ogmore. Whilst visiting the area, Porthcawl is a must stop off, with its sweeping seafront, the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl Museum, and The Wilderness Lake Porthcawl as recommended attractions, or travel east to explore the city of Cardiff, brimming with shops, eateries, a picturesque dock, and a host of landmarks, including National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff Castle, and the Wales Millennium Centre.

Please note: Due to rural location, wi-fi can be intermittent.
Note: Access for walking/dog walks to the heritage coastal path via fields on the farm.
Please note: The property is set on a working farm
Please note: Property can only accept a Friday check in.