Ty Mynydd Lodge

A Historic Guest House on the Edge of Cardiff

Ty Mynydd Lodge is a welcoming, family-run bed and breakfast in the leafy village of Radyr, on the north-western edge of Cardiff. Set in a handsome, characterful house that was once the gatehouse to the Ty Mynydd estate — where the author Roald Dahl spent part of his childhood, marked today by a blue plaque on the wall — it combines real history and period charm with comfortable, modern guest rooms. With its own parking, a cooked breakfast and a railway station a few minutes’ walk away, it makes a peaceful yet convenient base for the Welsh capital.

The rooms

The lodge offers double and twin rooms, each with its own private bathroom. Rooms are comfortable and well equipped, with a television, tea and coffee making facilities, free toiletries, bathrobes and a bath, set off by characterful leaded windows. Free WiFi runs throughout (a quick 40 Mbps), and there is luggage storage and bicycle parking too. Children of all ages are welcome, making it a flexible choice for couples and families alike. The house is non-smoking, and pets are not accepted.

The house and its history

Much of the appeal here is the building itself. As the former gatehouse to the Ty Mynydd estate, it carries genuine heritage — the blue plaque records that Roald Dahl spent part of his childhood at Ty Mynydd — and that character runs through the house, from the leaded bay windows to the welcoming guest lounge with its wood-burning stove and window seat. It is the kind of place where the surroundings add something to the stay, and the consistently outstanding guest reviews reflect both the comfort and the warm, family-run welcome.

At a glance

• Welcoming, family-run B&B in a historic former gatehouse
• Double and twin rooms, each with a private bathroom
• Freshly cooked breakfast with cereals and fruit
• Guest lounge with a wood-burning stove; free WiFi (40 Mbps)
• Free private parking, bicycle parking and luggage storage
• Children of all ages welcome; non-smoking; no pets
• A few minutes’ walk from Radyr station; 4.2 miles from Cardiff centre

Radyr and around

Radyr is a quiet, green suburb on the edge of Cardiff, close to the wooded Taff valley and the riverside walking and cycling of the Taff Trail. It feels a world away from the city bustle, yet Radyr railway station is only around a quarter-mile away, with frequent trains running into central Cardiff in well under twenty minutes — ideal for sightseeing, shopping or a match without the need to drive and park in the city. For more on the area and other places to stay, see our guide to Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan accommodation.

Exploring Cardiff and the Vale

The centre of Cardiff is about four miles away, with its medieval castle, the Principality Stadium, the Victorian shopping arcades and the waterfront of Cardiff Bay, home to Mermaid Quay and the Wales Millennium Centre. St Fagans National Museum of History, one of the best free attractions in Wales, lies a short drive to the south. Further afield, the countryside and coast of the Vale of Glamorgan, the castle at Caerphilly and the valleys north of the city are all within easy reach for a varied stay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the rooms en-suite? Yes — the double and twin rooms each have their own private bathroom.

Is breakfast included? Yes, a freshly cooked breakfast is served alongside cereals and fruit.

Is there parking? Yes, free private on-site parking, plus bicycle parking.

How do I reach Cardiff? Radyr station is a few minutes’ walk away, with frequent trains into the city centre; central Cardiff is about 4 miles by road.

Plan your Cardiff stay

For a characterful, family-run B&B with genuine history, free parking and an easy train ride into the city, Ty Mynydd Lodge is a wonderful base on the edge of Cardiff. To check dates and availability, use the booking options on this page.