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A modern kitchen with a double sink, a stainless steel faucet, and a vase with white flowers on the counter. - Caithness Holiday Home (Pontypool)
A hanging chair with a woven seat and backrest, attached to a metal frame, on a deck with a metal railing. - Caithness Holiday Home (Pontypool)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black oven, and a central island. - Caithness Holiday Home (Pontypool)
A building entrance with a sign reading "Caithness" and a set of double doors. - Caithness Holiday Home (Pontypool)
A park with a pond, trees, a bench, and a bicycle path. - Caithness Holiday Home (Pontypool)
You can look forward to a garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities at Caithness Holiday Home. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling, kayaking, and boating at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102282 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Caithness Holiday Home

  • *EASTER 2026 AVAILABLE*

    Caithness is a beautiful, spacious and comfortable 6 bedroomed holiday home - perfect for large families - situated on the banks of the Monmouthshire Brecon Canal. It is a home from home, run by a small family business.

    Built in 1959, it has recently been extended and renovated into a contemporary holiday home which sleeps up to 10. It boasts beautiful views and is the perfect destination to enjoy a relaxing escape to the Welsh countryside.

    GROUND FLOOR

    During your stay, you will have access to the whole house including the parking area to the front and the garden to the rear.

    The ground floor comprises a cosy lounge with comfy 'slouchy' sofas, a log fire* for those cold winter nights and a large flat screen smart TV with Netflix and TV catch up services.

    There is a spacious kitchen diner with a double oven, induction hob, a dishwasher and fridge freezer.

    The utility room houses a washing machine and tumble dryer along with an iron and ironing board.

    There is also a quiet study room with a desk and swivel chair, several armchairs and a range of books and board games for the whole family.

    Finally, there is a cinema/games room - equipped with a 3-in-1 revolving games table including pool/air hockey/table tennis and a cinema projector linked up to a Fire TV stick with free Netflix access. It can also be linked up to laptops/XBOX/PlayStation via the spare HDMI cable.

    *Our log fire is available to use from the start of October to the end of March.

    FIRST FLOOR

    The first floor showcases a large bathroom with walk in shower and a freestanding bath.

    Bedroom 1 is our master bedroom with a supersized picture window and a spectacular view, super king bed and smart TV.

    Bedroom 2 has a king bed and a TV.

    Bedroom 3 has a king bed.

    Bedroom 4 has a double bed and a smart TV.

    Bedroom 5 has a single bed.

    Bedroom 6 has a single bed.

    All bedrooms have drawers and mirrored wardrobes. In three of the bedrooms there are dressing tables. We have 4 hair dryers and 4 fans, all of which can be found in the bedrooms.

    There is also an additional shower room with a toilet and basin.

    We have shampoo/conditioner/shower gel dispensers in both bathrooms.

    Towels are provided for guests (1 x Bath Towel & 1 x Hand Towel each)

    OUTSIDE

    Throughout the summer months, there is a gas BBQ and rattan furniture set out on the balcony, to allow you to relax and dine outside, while enjoying the beautiful views. Please note: From October - April these will be covered/stored away.

    At Caithness Holiday Home we have 1 three-person canoe, 2 kayaks and a rowing boat available for guests to use on the canal. Life jackets of a variety of sizes are available. It is possible to hire a variety of larger boats/barges for the day from the nearby Goytre Wharf.

    We have 5 bicycles of a variety of sizes if you would like to explore the canal via the towpath. The canal is accessible for over 30 miles towards Brecon for cyclists, walkers and boats alike. There's a little shortcut to reach the towpath detailed in our welcome folder!

    Fishing is available from the bottom of the garden with rods and fishing gear available for guests to use. The canal is well stocked with bream, pike, roach, dace, chub, perch and eel.

    Please note: The outdoor equipment at Caithness is our own which we extend for guests to use. We ask if guests can please take care when using it and inform us straight away in the event of any damage. From time to time some equipment may be unavailable (including the boats, bikes and fishing gear) if we need to carry out necessary repairs. We reserve the right to do this at any time without prior notice but we will always do our best to communicate this to guests before check-in.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services
  • Video game console

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,282 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

-Please no muddy/wet shoes in the house -Please refrain from eating on the sofas -Please NO food in the bedrooms
-NO HAIR STRAIGHTENERS on the WINDOW SILLS please -No EV charging at the house
-It is very important that guests keep noise levels to a minimum so as not to disrupt our neighbours. This is especially important late at night.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
No Hen or Stag Parties

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Hen or Stag Parties
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Pontypool, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bowlplex Cwmbran and Aber Rocks Climbing Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Llantarnam Grange Arts Centre and Newbridge Leisure Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider Caerleon Arts Centre, or check out an event or a game at Rodney Parade. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Pontypool travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A wrought iron gate with intricate designs, a bench, and a paved walkway in a park.
    Pontypool Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A waterfall cascading into a calm pool surrounded by lush greenery and rocky cliffs.
    Brecon Beacons National Park
    18 min drive - 13.0 miles
  • A waterfront cityscape at dusk with a prominent Ferris wheel, a clock tower, and a calm harbor reflecting the sunset.
    Cardiff Bay
    45 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • A modern stadium with a unique architectural design, a river in the foreground, and a bridge connecting to another area.
    Principality Stadium
    47 min drive - 25.5 miles
  • Shell Grotto
    9 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pontypool & New Inn Station
    17 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Shaheen Tandoori
    3 min drive
  • The Queen Inn
    9 min drive
  • Ashbridge Inn Table Table
    5 min drive
  • KFC
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Caithness Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Caithness Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caithness Holiday Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Caithness Holiday Home located?

This family-friendly Pontypool vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pontypool Park and Shell Grotto. G-Force Karting is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away. Pontypool & New Inn Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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