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Lauren
10 April 2025
Apartment
James' Place Dowlais Self Catering Studio 1 Butty
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 415 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil
- Brecon Mountain Railway5 min drive
- Brecon Beacons National Park6 min drive
- BikePark Wales10 min drive
- Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)56 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
James' Place Dowlais Self Catering Studio 1 Butty
Studio 1 - Butty was refurbished including new kitchenette and shower room. The studio been designed in James' Place unique quirky style so you can sit back and soak up the atmosphere with the whole family as we are delighted to welcome children..
The sleeping accommodation consists of a separate bedroom with a comfortable double bed and 2 sofa beds in the living area. If 2 guests wish a twin set up this is a small additional charge for this to cover the cost of the additional linen. The shower room is new too, with soft towels, toilet roll and complimentary toiletries to save you the fuss of bringing with you. There is a flat screen Internet TV in the living room and bedroom plus free wifi through out the studio.
The new kitchenette has a comfortable place to eat, all the kitchenware needed for home cooking or alternatively the local area has restaurants and take aways to suit everyone's taste.
The Studio is on the ground floor and boasts the benefit of a private terrace that is reached from French doors in the double bedroom. This gives you an outdoor space to eat outside and enjoy the warm weather.
We are dog friendly in this studio by prior arrangement. There is a small charge for this service. We ask that you do not allow your canine friend onto the furniture.
You are also able to store your bikes in the studio providing they are clean.
James' Place @Dowlais offers 7 individually and creatively styled self-catering studios.
They are ideally placed for exploring the Brecon Becons, climbing Pen-Y-Fan or visiting Bike Park Wales amongst many of the other great activities in the area or for working away from home.
They are only a 5mins drive from the town centre and there is a bus stop right outside which can take you to the main train and bus station.
Each studio has a separate but en-suite Kitchenette with all the essentials plus en-suite Shower-Room.
We also provide a few surprising luxuries with complimentary toiletries, a pint of milk and freshly baked home-made welsh cakes to welcome you to Wales.
Dogs are allowed on request and there is a small charge per dog per stay.
There is also the facility to store bikes. They can be locked in the main hallway if you bring your own padlock and chain. Alternatively we are happy for you to store your bikes in your studio providing they are clean.
The sleeping accommodation consists of a separate bedroom with a comfortable double bed and 2 sofa beds in the living area. If 2 guests wish a twin set up this is a small additional charge for this to cover the cost of the additional linen. The shower room is new too, with soft towels, toilet roll and complimentary toiletries to save you the fuss of bringing with you. There is a flat screen Internet TV in the living room and bedroom plus free wifi through out the studio.
The new kitchenette has a comfortable place to eat, all the kitchenware needed for home cooking or alternatively the local area has restaurants and take aways to suit everyone's taste.
The Studio is on the ground floor and boasts the benefit of a private terrace that is reached from French doors in the double bedroom. This gives you an outdoor space to eat outside and enjoy the warm weather.
We are dog friendly in this studio by prior arrangement. There is a small charge for this service. We ask that you do not allow your canine friend onto the furniture.
You are also able to store your bikes in the studio providing they are clean.
James' Place @Dowlais offers 7 individually and creatively styled self-catering studios.
They are ideally placed for exploring the Brecon Becons, climbing Pen-Y-Fan or visiting Bike Park Wales amongst many of the other great activities in the area or for working away from home.
They are only a 5mins drive from the town centre and there is a bus stop right outside which can take you to the main train and bus station.
Each studio has a separate but en-suite Kitchenette with all the essentials plus en-suite Shower-Room.
We also provide a few surprising luxuries with complimentary toiletries, a pint of milk and freshly baked home-made welsh cakes to welcome you to Wales.
Dogs are allowed on request and there is a small charge per dog per stay.
There is also the facility to store bikes. They can be locked in the main hallway if you bring your own padlock and chain. Alternatively we are happy for you to store your bikes in your studio providing they are clean.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Minimum guest age: 18
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets by arrangement
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Merthyr Tydfil
Located in Merthyr Tydfil, this apartment is in the mountains. Brecon Mountain Railway and Ynysfach Engine House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Cyfarthfa Park and Museum and Joseph Parry's Cottage. Aberdare Swimming Pool and Super Tubing are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and horse riding.
Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil
What's nearby
- Parc Bryn Bach - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
- Brecon Mountain Railway - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
- Brecon Beacons National Park - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
- BikePark Wales - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
- Pen y Fan - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Theatr Soar - 6 min drive
- Kam Wah - 12 min walk
- Penydarren Boys and Girls Club - 3 min drive
- Pant Cad Ivor Inn - 3 min drive
- Morlais Tavern - 14 min walk
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
Simon
3 February 2025
Perfect base for exploring the Beacons
Simon
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10/10 Excellent
Lynne
20 November 2024
Fantastic
Lynne
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10/10 Excellent
Sharon
25 August 2024
Lovely quirky accommodation in great location
Sharon
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10/10 Excellent
Claire
14 August 2024
Rustic charm in Dowlais
Claire
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8/10 Good
Anthony
3 August 2024
Great place to stay to explore the surrounding area
Anthony
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10/10 Excellent
Yvonne
4 January 2024
Wonderful stay at a wonderful studio
Yvonne
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8/10 Good
Bernadette
25 July 2023
Lovely beautiful studio
Bernadette
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10/10 Excellent
Ginta
25 July 2023
Love Wales, perfect location to travel around.
Ginta
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10/10 Excellent
KAREN
25 July 2023
It was wonderful!
KAREN
About the host
Hosted by Host
At James' Places we like to offer you individually styled accommodation that is unique and a bit quirky.
The property is located within the town of Merthyr Tydfil so is in a town setting but within a minutes drive of The Brecon Beacons, Pen Y Fan, Bike Park Wales, The Four Water Falls and Zip World. This gives you the benefit of being next door to the countryside but all close to the shops, restaurants and pubs.
Enjoying your stay is our main priority so we send out a list of suggested things to do and our favourite places to eat to help you make the most of your time with us with the confidence that these activities and places to eat have our seal of approval.
We love our dogs so we are delighted to welcome them to.
We are a family run business and have been operating since 2016 and have 4 houses and 14 studios at different locations around Merthyr Tydfil. We have a loyal team who have been with us since the beginning and their priority is also to make you happy.
The property is located within the town of Merthyr Tydfil so is in a town setting but within a minutes drive of The Brecon Beacons, Pen Y Fan, Bike Park Wales, The Four Water Falls and Zip World. This gives you the benefit of being next door to the countryside but all close to the shops, restaurants and pubs.
Enjoying your stay is our main priority so we send out a list of suggested things to do and our favourite places to eat to help you make the most of your time with us with the confidence that these activities and places to eat have our seal of approval.
We love our dogs so we are delighted to welcome them to.
We are a family run business and have been operating since 2016 and have 4 houses and 14 studios at different locations around Merthyr Tydfil. We have a loyal team who have been with us since the beginning and their priority is also to make you happy.
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