Luxury Cowbridge Manor House with outdoor swimming pool | House in Vale of Glamorgan

🏰 Llwynhelig House, Luxury Cowbridge Manor — Historic Luxury with a Modern Soul
Step into the elegance of a bygone era, where timeless grandeur meets refined modern comfort. Llwynhelig House is a 16th-century treasure nestled on a peaceful, private estate just outside the vibrant market town of Cowbridge. With beautifully restored interiors and exclusive features like a heated outdoor swimming pool, Llwynhelig House was designed with relaxation in mind.
Featured on Channel 4’s Britain’s Most Expensive Houses, Llwynhelig House has been host to celebrity guests including Demi Moore, Rachel Stevens, and Sally Hawkins. Now, it invites you to experience the same exclusive elegance.
Whether you're gathering with family, marking a special occasion, or seeking a premium escape within easy reach of Cardiff and the South Wales coast, Llwynhelig House offers a truly unforgettable stay. For larger groups, additional on-site accommodation is available by request (subject to availability), increasing total capacity to up to 20 guests.
⭐ At a Glance:
- 🛌 Sleeps 12 guests across 6 elegant bedrooms (up to 20 with additional on-site accommodation)
- 🏊‍♂️ Heated outdoor swimming pool (29°C, open May–October, shared)
- 🌸 Private patio & dining area overlooking the gardens
- 🔥 Log burners in both the lounge and dining room
- 🍽️ Large dining room suitable for luxury dining or corporate meetings, and retreats
- 🛝 Kids' play area within the grounds
- 📍 Short walk from Cowbridge town centre with award-winning restaurants and boutiques
- 🌊 25 minutes to some of South Wales’ most beautiful beaches
- 🏙️ 20 minutes to Cardiff, the capital of Wales
- 🚗 Parking for up to 4 cars on a shared private driveway
- 💻 Free Wi-Fi throughout
🛋️ Space to Relax, Room to Gather
Each of the six beautifully styled bedrooms blends antique character with modern luxury, offering plush linens, ample wardrobe space, and thoughtful touches throughout. Three rooms — including two doubles and a king — boast their own en-suites, while the others share two spacious family bathrooms. The opulent master suite includes a walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite with a double rainfall shower.
Downstairs, the elegant dining room with log burner is ideal for special meals, celebrations, or even formal meetings, while the inviting sitting room (with Smart TV) offers the perfect spot for cosy evenings and movie nights. The farmhouse-style kitchen is fully equipped for feasts both simple and grand, with a range cooker, American-style fridge-freezer, Tassimo coffee machine, and even a double air fryer for modern convenience.
🏘️ The Pheasantry – Optional Privacy Within the Manor
Ideal for extended families or two groups travelling together, The Pheasantry offers the option to separate a self-contained wing within the manor. Perfect for moments when a little privacy is appreciated, it includes:
- A private kitchen and lounge area
- 1 double en-suite bedroom
- 1 twin bedroom
- 1 additional family bathroom
🌸 Private Grounds & Poolside Bliss
Enjoy the peaceful beauty of your own private patio, complete with outdoor dining furniture and views over the estate’s serene gardens. Take a refreshing dip in the large heated outdoor swimming pool (open May to October), which is shared with a small number of other select properties on the estate. Your patio, however, is reserved solely for your use.
Step beyond the grounds and you’ll find yourself just minutes from the charming market town of Cowbridge — home to award-winning restaurants, artisan coffee shops, and high-end boutiques. For seaside escapes, take a short 25-minute drive to explore the golden sands of Ogmore-by-Sea, Southerndown, Porthcawl, or Barry Island. Cardiff, the vibrant Welsh capital, is only 20-minutes away, offering a mix of castles, museums, sporting events, fine dining, and world-class entertainment.
🏡 Ideal For:
- Luxury family holidays
- Celebrations and milestone events
- Wedding accommodation (close to top venues in South Wales)
- Corporate Retreats
- Relaxing getaways and wellness retreats
- Exclusive retreats near Cardiff and the coast
Please Note:
- The outdoor pool is unfenced – children must be supervised at all times
- While we’re happy to welcome guests attending events like weddings or family celebrations, the property itself cannot host parties or receptions. If you're unsure whether your plans are suitable, just ask — we're always happy to help!
🏡 House Guidelines for a Relaxing Stay
We're so excited to host you! 🎉 To help everyone enjoy a comfortable, respectful, and peaceful environment, here are a few friendly guidelines:
- 🤫 Keep noise to a minimum — You have access to the whole house, but other guests may be staying on the estate. Please be mindful of others, especially between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am, so everyone can enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep.
- 🧹 Look after the space — Please treat the home with care and help keep it clean and tidy. We really appreciate it! 💖
- 🚫🍕 No food or drinks in bedrooms — To help keep things fresh and comfy, we ask that you enjoy meals and snacks in the kitchen or living areas.
- 🎈 No parties or big gatherings — While we’re happy to accommodate guests attending events like weddings or family celebrations, the property itself cannot host parties or receptions. If you're unsure, feel free to ask—we're always happy to help!
- 🛁 Towels are for indoors only — Kindly avoid taking towels to the pool or outside areas. This helps keep them soft for longer! 🧺
- 👥 Only the booked number of guests may stay — If you’d like to add someone, just get in touch. We’re happy to help if possible!
- 🚭 No smoking — Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the property or within the estate grounds. Thanks for keeping the air fresh for everyone. 🌿
- 👣 No outdoor shoes inside — To help keep floors clean and comfortable, please remove your shoes at the door. We recommend bringing your favourite slippers for a cosy stay!
- 🧒 Pool safety — The outdoor pool is available for guest use from May to October and between 9 am and 7 pm. Please note that it is not fenced, so children must be supervised at all times when outside.
- 🧼 Before you check out, we simply ask that you leave the property in a generally tidy condition:
- 🧽 Load any used dishes into the dishwasher and set it to go. Please rinse the dishes before to prevent clogging or buildup.
- 🗑️ Put rubbish in the bins provided.
- ✨ Our cleaners will handle the rest - A standard clean is covered in the reservation price, but excessive mess may incur extra charges.

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