The Apple Store at Gileston Manor

5.0 star property
Luxury Barry guesthouse in Saint Athan with free parking
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Apartment, Non Smoking
Apartment, Non Smoking | Living room
Apartment, Non Smoking | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

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Gileston Manor, St. Athan, Barry, Wales, CF62 4HX
  • Limpert Bay
    2 min drive
  • Fonmon Castle
    6 min drive
  • St Donat's Castle
    12 min drive
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    7 min drive

Room options

Apartment, Non Smoking

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Barry

A luxury stay in Barry awaits you at The Apple Store at Gileston Manor. You'll be 1.9 km (1.1 mi) from Limpert Bay and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Watch House Beach. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas and a garden. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Saint Athan guest house include Cardiff Bay and Cardiff Castle.

What's nearby

  • Barry Island Pleasure Park - 11 min drive
  • Cardiff Bay - 20 min drive
  • Barry Island Beach - 21 min drive
  • Cardiff Castle - 21 min drive
  • Principality Stadium - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Llantwit Major Station - 6 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Old White Hart - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪White Lion Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach Café - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Apple Store at Gileston Manor

Luxury Barry guesthouse in Saint Athan with free parking
The Apple Store at Gileston Manor offers its guests a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Barry guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodation at The Apple Store at Gileston Manor offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, on-site parking and high chair
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, on-site parking and high chair. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Apple Store at Gileston Manor?

The Apple Store at Gileston Manor offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Apple Store at Gileston Manor?

Yep, The Apple Store at Gileston Manor has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Apple Store at Gileston Manor?

The closest beach to The Apple Store at Gileston Manor is Barry Island Beach (9.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Apple Store at Gileston Manor?

No, The Apple Store at Gileston Manor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Apple Store at Gileston Manor?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Apple Store at Gileston Manor Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good but not 5*
Overall, the accommodation was lovely – not five-star luxury that we’d expected for the price, but we had a lovely trip away. Fridge is very noisy which resulted in a restless sleep on both nights. There was noise from the neighbouring room - you can clearly hear talking from there. No details provided on COVID precautions anywhere in the room. Initially there wasn’t anything to recognise we’re staying for our honeymoon - despite mentioning this on our booking. When we mentioned this on the check-in survey we came back to a congratulations card and a bottle of bubbly which was appreciated. The apartment was Very clean and well appointed. Bed is comfy but could do with different pillow options. Grounds are very impressive and lovely setting right on the Glamorgan coastline. Suggestions for improvement include: 1. Different pillow options, especially as the bed is so firm with the memory foam mattress 2. Better information pack - some of the content was out of date, including the WiFi, key safe box. It would’ve been helpful to have things like taxi numbers, menus from the local pub, or recommendations on the local area. There was some information in the book but it wasn’t exhaustive. Whilst I understand that it is self-contained accommodation, providing more than just a pint of milk on check-in would be reasonable, especially for the cost paid for the accommodation. How about some simple breakfast items, or just some local biscuits to have with a cuppa.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to stay
This place was fabulous, the grounds were stunning and the August Pop up bar in the garden was an added bonus. The Applestore was very luxurious and we were made welcome by all staff. Will certainly return and recommend highly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

4/10 Poor

Glen, South Wales

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked and paid for the Apple Store but on arrival, we dialled the provided number to get the key code, to then be told that we won’t be staying at Apple Store and we will be staying at the Stables. Even though all of my email confirmations even confirm that I will be staying at the Apple Store, they still said that it was fully booked for the duration of our stay. Although we were disappointed at first, the Stables was a lovely place. The accommodation, facilities and cleanliness was amazing. Would love to stay again. Just disappointed that the place we were staying at wasn’t what we thought we paid for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What an amazing place.
We used it for a business trip for convenience due to limited availability in the area during the Covid restrictions. However, the property is so nice it would be more fitting as a honeymoon suite or couples getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Apple Store
Had a great nights stay, stunning room in a stunning location - only down sides would be the stairs to the bathroom on the 1st floor and the lack of privacy in the bathroom - would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
By far one of my favourite spots in the entire UK
This was my second stay at the property within the past two weeks. First of all - thank you for still being open for key workers. This time I stayed at The Applestore. Very well equipped kitchen and really comfortable bed. I really liked the bathroom upstairs. Very spacious apartment, perfectly blending spirit of the past with modern design. By far one of my favourite places in the entire country.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice place, had a amazing time
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2020

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the property itself is absolutely stunning, it's comfortable with easy access to the nearest beach and in a quaint little village. The only thing that let it down was that the check in email could've been sent earlier as it was missed and checking in was a longer process because of this. Also, for the money we paid, it would've been nice to have a few more little things included such as bubble bath for the amazing bath as we had to go out and fetch this. That's probably just being particularly picky though, overall it was a beautiful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

C holder

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful accommodation
An amazing room, simply beautiful. My only issue was arriving in the dark and not being able to find my accommodation. Wandering around the car park looking at doors. The Apple Store is through a gate and up some stairs. You really need a sign post to direct people to it. As there is no reception at the property I tried to call for help but there is no phone signal. An annoying start to a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings and property. Welcoming owner.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts and a magnificent place to stay, so beautiful, awesome, somewhere very special to stay and great history. Cannot rate it more highly, a must stay and not far from Cardiff airport.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place would vist again lovely staff lovely grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little gem
Amazing find! A superbly comfortable and well equipped studio in delightful surroundings. Hosts fantastic. Would not hesitate to stay again ( in fact we probably will!)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019