St Brides Major 2.6 miles. Tŷ Glas is a charming, three-bedroom holiday home resting in the seaside village of Ogmore-by-Sea, near St Brides Major, Glamorgan. With views of the sea and sleeping up to six guests, Tŷ Glas is an ideal setting for your next trip to the South Wales coastline, within easy reach of the capital city of Cardiff. As you arrive at the property, there is a downstairs cloakroom, a home-style sitting room with plenty of space for all your loved ones to enjoy some popcorn in front of the TV, and a kitchen/diner to suit your self-catering requirements; decide who the dedicated chef is and gather round the dining table as they serve you a home cooked meal, there is also a handy dishwasher and washer/dryer. Upstairs there is a lovely king-size bedroom with an en-suite to allow for flexibility and privacy, as well as a further king-size room and a double, both king-size rooms can be a twin on request, with plenty of storage to unpack your personal belongings and one with great views out to the sea! To complete the first floor there is a bathroom with the choice to soak in a warm bath to rest your feet after a long day or grab a quick shower in the morning to prepare in style. Outside there is a driveway with off-road parking for two cars, and to the rear is an enclosed garden with lawn for your furry friends to play, and a patio with furniture to enjoy a spot of alfresco dining or a morning coffee in the fresh air or later in the evening sink into the warmth of the hot tub where you can chat about your day. From the property you can see the seaside town of Porthcawl, a delightful coastal town, with plenty of local attractions, also close by you’ll find Cowbridge and Llantwit Major, local market towns with lots of unique shops, farmers markets and shops, pubs, and restaurants. Ogmore-by-Sea is in a wonderful location with a sandy beach at low tide and offering views of Tusker Rock, there is also a shop/Post Office just a stone's throw away, where you can grab any essentials, you need for your stay. Around the outskirts of the village there are some superb pubs and restaurants, for when you fancy heading out, whilst on the shoreline there is the opportunity for rock climbing, fossil hunting and watching groups of horse riders on the beach. Nearby is the hidden gem of Dunraven Bay, Dunraven Castle with its surrounding gardens, you’ll also find the local, dog-friendly beach within walking distance, from here you can join the Heritage Coastal Path. Within driving distance is the famous town of Barry, which is also home to a gorgeous sandy beach and a pebbled beach, as well as the ruins of Barry Caste, ample shops, pubs and restaurants, and an amusement park, featured in the popular sitcom, Gavin and Stacey. Slightly further afield is the capital city of Wales, Cardiff, which has an abundance of things to see and do, such as Cardiff Castle, the historical animal wall, many museums and art galleries, shopping, theatre visits, rugby, and football matches. For an amazing time in south Wales, choose Tŷ Glas as your base.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size (zip/link and can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size (zip/link and can be twin on request), 1 x double. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Cloakroom. Kitchen/diner. Sitting room
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.