Under the Oak Glamping
South Wales Glamorgan Caerphilly
- From £130 a night
- 3 Safari Tents, 2 Railway Carriages
Cosy, family-friendly safari lodges and converted railway carriages beside a beautiful pond, each with a wood-fired hot tub.
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Set in a corner of a traditional family farm, on the edge of the small village of Bedwas, near Caerphilly, Under the Oak provides a luxury and rather private glamping experience, with just three safari lodges either side of a large pond, with views stretching out to the rolling Welsh hills. Sheep and cattle are generally your nearest neighbours and, on occasion, buzzards and red kites soar overhead, yet Cardiff is just a 30-minute drive away. The safari lodges have every conceivable comfort – a comfortable Welsh box bed, well-stocked kitchen, and a hot tub filled with natural fresh water, heated by a wood burning stove. Simply pack a few changes of clothes, some sturdy walking boots and a good book.
The farm has been here for generations, and it's clear that Under the Oak is a true labour of love, with owners Lydia and Richard providing lots of homely touches – fluffy towels, comfy cushions and a kitchen stocked with plenty of basics. The living area of each tent offers a spacious and comfortable place to unwind, whilst in the centre, a wood-burning stove throws out heat on chilly Welsh nights. Outside, a well-sheltered verandah – facing away from the prevailing winds so that you can take in the view in all weathers – is perfectly placed for a spot of star gazing, and there’s a table and chairs for alfresco dining.
The mountain above the farm is a great way to explore the local surroundings, offering excellent walks and panoramic views across to the Bristol Channel. For a big climb, the tallest peak in the Brecon Beacons, Pen y Fan (886m) is attempted by only with a few other walkers, and, occasionally, soldiers on training exercises. The coast is also not too far away, and Southerndown offers plenty of pebbles, sand, and rock pools. At high tide the beach disappears – as all do along this coastline – and a short walk inland reveals the remains of Dunraven Castle, one of the many classic Welsh castles waiting to be discovered.
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The safari tents have everything you need. Each has a kitchen – gas hobs, fridge, sink with hot water on tap, plus plenty of basics (oil, salt, pepper and herbs) – and a living area with a table and chairs, sofa, candles, lanterns, books and games. There is electricity throughout each tent and a wood-burner with plenty of logs – if you do need more, these can be purchased. Two of our safari tents sleep four with a Welsh box bed, ideal for couples, and a double sofa bed, great for friends or a couple of kids (all bedding is provided). A further tent sleeps up to six, with two king size beds and single bunks. Safari tents are en suite –flushing toilet, basin, hot shower and fluffy towels. Well-sheltered veranda, table and chairs for outdoor dining. Fire pits provided, with a griddle and hot plate for barbecuing. Cynefin and Cartref, the restored railway carriages, sleeps two and feature all the same luxuries in a more compact setting and, of course, one less bed. Every glamping unit at the site has it's own wooden hot tub, heated by a wood-burning stove and, once up to temperature, will stay hot for around an hour.
Suitable For
Glamping only. Note, this site does not accept single-sex groups of more than two people. Dogs are welcome.
Nearby
Wales is known for its castles, and there are some right on your doorstep. If you only visit one make it Caerphilly Castle (029 2088 3143) – one of the greatest surviving medieval castles, covering 30 acres of islands, moats and ramparts. Cardiff Castle (029 2087 8100), the fairy tale folly Castle Coch (029 2081 0101) and Raglan Castle (01291 690228), with its angular towers and Tudor-styling are also top spots for history lovers. Once you’ve had enough of castles, try the great monastic ruins of Tintern Abbey (01291 689251), whose beauty has been captured over the centuries by William Wordsworth and JMW Turner. There are countless other places nearby to visit, like St Fagans – with 100 acres of parkland and 40 original buildings from various historical periods, Big Pit (0300 111 2333) where, guided by former pit workers, you can explore Wales' industrial past. Also, Blaenavon Ironworks (01495 792615) and the huffing and puffing Brecon Mountain Railway (01685 722988) are popular with visitors.
Food & Drink
Food hampers for breakfast or BBQ's are available to book in advance, and there's a small honesty shop next to the wood store where you can pick up essentials (free range farm eggs, local preserves, honey, pickles and chutneys). Guests can buy provisions from the local village, which is only a mile down the lane. Nearby places to eat include stylish gastropub The Old Cottage (029 2076 5961), no-nonsense British pub The Maenllwyd (029 2088 2372) and Italian bistro Volare (029 2132 2077). Not forgetting the countless restaurants in buzzing Cardiff.
Pricing
Prices - £260 - £340 for a 2 night stay. Dogs are £25 per stay and are provided with a bowl and basket.
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The Owner Says
Get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with a glamping holiday and unwind in our cosy, luxurious safari tents, or bespoke retored railway wagons. The individually designed tents and wagons are dotted around a pond and meadow in a tranquil corner of our traditional family farm.Come and stay one of our luxury, boutique canvas lodges for an unforgettable experience. Get back to nature, without giving up your creature comforts!
Our spacious lodges, feature a natural wooden hot tub, fire pit for cooking outdoors, wood burner, fully equipped kitchen and bathroom with a hot shower. Comfy, cosy beds are made up ready for your arrival so you can unpack and relax.
Spot red kites and buzzards soaring overhead. Wallow in your very own private wooden hot tub with breathtaking views of the rolling South Wales hillside. Indulge in a spot of star gazing under amazing dark skies or cwtch up by the wood burner with a good book. Spend time reconnecting with loved ones.
You can buy provisions from the local village which is only a mile down the lane but we have a small larder and honesty box next to the wood store where you can pick up some essentials. Our own free range farm eggs, local preserves, honey, pickles and chutneys.
If you fancy exploring, there are plenty of walks and bike trails on our doorstep. Further afield, we are in an ideal spot to explore all that South Wales has to offer, just a short drive from the city of Cardiff, the Brecon Beacons, Abergavenny and countless museums. Not to mention amazing beaches!
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Getting There
Trains run to Cardiff central station where you can change for Caerphilly (the nearest town), which is three miles away.
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