Gellihaf House

Gellihaf House New Road, Blackwood, NP12 2QE, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>86</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
86 reviews

The location is perfect to getting around Wales. It's pretty much central to everywhere. Catherine and Howard are epic hosts, so welcoming and warm. The breakfast is second to none and they cater for all dietary needs. The rooms are extremely comfortable and the house is just a wonder.

Debster75 United Kingdom
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Gellihaf House

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Offering a garden and mountain view, Gellihaf House is situated in Blackwood, 23 km from Cardiff University and 25 km from University of South Wales - Cardiff Campus. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. All units are fitted with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kettle, a walk-in shower, bathrobes and a wardrobe. A patio with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in each unit. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Motorpoint Arena Cardiff is 25 km from the bed and breakfast, while Cardiff Castle is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 40 km from Gellihaf House.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.3
High score for Blackwood
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  • Debster75
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location is perfect to getting around Wales. It's pretty much central to everywhere. Catherine and Howard are epic hosts, so welcoming and warm. The breakfast is second to none and they cater for all dietary needs. The rooms are extremely...”
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The house is beautiful and you feel like you are in a stately home. The room was large and had everything you needed, the beds very comfortable. Breakfast was delicious, freshly cooked with a good selection of options to choose from. So many small...”
  • Terry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The hosts were amazing and catered to our needs, along with making us feel right at home. The house was stunning, along with the breakfast in the morning cooked by the hosts (Welsh cakes were especially good!) the bed was very comfortable for a...”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Catherine & Howard Smith

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Host review score
Catherine & Howard Smith
Gellihaf House is a hidden gem in the historic valleys of South Wales. It was built in 1931 in the style of the 'Arts and Crafts' movement. Catherine & Howard fell in love with it the moment they saw the house. Over a period of 12 months they lovingly renovated Gellihaf House to what you see now. A beautiful country abode. It's original features are intact, but modern amenities are in place to offer the guest all the comforts they need. The gardens are beautifully kept, and are a joyful place to relax.
Catherine and Howard fell in love with Gellihaf House the moment they saw it. Howard hails from Bargoed, and after spending most of his life travelling all over the world he has settled back in his 'valley'. Catherine, has lived in Cardiff most of her life, but has a connection with the house that was discovered 6 months after they moved in. It was discovered that her great great uncle, William Ebsworth lived at Gellihaf House in the 1920's!!!
The Rhymney Valley has undergone a transformation from a hugely industrial area to a beautiful place to discover. Take a walk in Parc Penallta for some spectacular views of the surrounding area. You'll be surprised what you find. The Winding House is a nod to the valleys' mining history. Llancaiach Fawr is not to be missed. An historic Tudor manor house, which holds spooky Ghost Tours each year. Caerphilly Castle is the 2nd largest castle in the UK. Time your visit to coincide with one of their medieval weekends. You wont regret it! And of course there is Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Its a short train ride from us, and has a huge amount to offer for everyone.
Languages spoken: German,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Gellihaf House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 17:00 to 23:00

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 14 years are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 14 and older are allowed)

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Bankcard Gellihaf House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Gellihaf House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Gellihaf House

  • Guests staying at Gellihaf House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian

  • The prices at Gellihaf House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Gellihaf House is from 17:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, Gellihaf House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Gellihaf House is 1.2 miles from the centre of Blackwood. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Gellihaf House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Gellihaf House include:

      • Double
      • Twin/Double