Chestnut House

A Modern Family House with a Cinema Room near Ogmore-by-Sea

Chestnut House is a stylish, modern detached home in Bridgend, just ten minutes from the beach at Ogmore-by-Sea on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast. Sleeping up to eight guests across four bedrooms, it is one of the most comfortable Bridgend holiday cottages for a family break, with bright open-plan living, a brand-new cinema room and an enclosed garden. Beautifully finished throughout and rated five out of five by guests, it makes an easy, relaxing base for exploring the South Wales coast.

Bright, Open-Plan Living

The heart of the house is a spacious open-plan living space with a contemporary feel. Comfortable Natuzzi seating sits around a feature electric fireplace and wall-mounted Smart TV, opening through to a sleek modern kitchen and dining area with a breakfast bar. The kitchen is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, combination microwave, fridge freezer and dishwasher, and there is a separate utility room with a washing machine. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi are all included, along with a welcome pack.

A Cinema Room and a Home Gym

A real highlight is the second living room at the rear, which doubles as a cinema room with a 100-inch electric projector screen — perfect for film nights — and has bi-fold doors opening onto the patio. The integral garage has been cleverly fitted out as a home gym, with a Smart-TV exercise bike, cushioned flooring and yoga mats. There is also a travel cot and highchair for younger guests, making this a genuinely family-friendly home.

Four Comfortable Bedrooms

Upstairs there are four bedrooms. The master has a brand-new super-king Tempur bed and an en-suite shower room, there are two further double bedrooms, and a fourth room with a double bed and a single bunk over, ideal for children. A family bathroom with a bath and shower completes the first floor. With room for eight, there is plenty of space for two families or a group of friends.

At a Glance

• Modern detached house sleeping 8 across 4 bedrooms (master en-suite)
• Brand-new cinema room with a 100-inch projector screen
• Home gym in the garage with an exercise bike and yoga mats
• Open-plan living, well-equipped kitchen, dishwasher and utility room
• Enclosed rear garden with patio; private parking for 2; travel cot and highchair
• About 10 minutes from Ogmore-by-Sea; no smoking; not suitable for pets
• 4-star, rated 5/5 by guests — in Bridgend, South Wales

Bridgend and the Glamorgan Heritage Coast

Chestnut House is brilliantly placed for the coast. Ogmore-by-Sea, with its wide sandy beach and rock pools, is around ten minutes away, and the seaside town of Porthcawl — with its harbour, beaches and funfair — is about twelve minutes. The Glamorgan Heritage Coast offers miles of coastal path, dramatic cliffs and quiet coves, while there is a children’s playground just 110 yards from the door.

Exploring South Wales

There is plenty more within easy reach. The market town of Cowbridge, with its boutique high street and independent restaurants, the seaside town of Penarth, and the city of Cardiff are all close by. With great access to the M4, you can reach the Brecon Beacons for mountain and waterfall walks in under 90 minutes, or head west towards Tenby and the Pembrokeshire coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to eight guests across four bedrooms, with the master en-suite.

Is there really a cinema room? Yes — a dedicated second living room with a 100-inch electric projector screen, brand new for 2025.

Are pets allowed? No — the house does not accept pets, and is no-smoking throughout.

How far is the beach? Ogmore-by-Sea is around 10 minutes away, and Porthcawl about 12 minutes.

What grade is it? A four-star home, rated 5 out of 5 by guests.

Where is it? In Bridgend, South Wales, close to the Glamorgan Heritage Coast.

Book Your South Wales Break

For a stylish, family-friendly home with a cinema room and a home gym, minutes from the beach near Bridgend, Chestnut House is a superb South Wales base. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.