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Ivy Cottage - Porthcawl

Maudlam, near Porthcawl, South Wales
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Stylish Welsh holiday home located within a country park, near beaches and picturesque walks
  • Plenty of outdoor space for kids and dogs to play safely while adults enjoy evening tipples on the patio
  • Plan cosy movie nights in the lounge, with its crackling wood burner, comfy furnishings and Smart TV
Property code: OC-I32375

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Kenfig Dunes and the shimmering waters of the Bristol Channel, this warm and welcoming Welsh cottage is a dream escape for families, friends and their four-legged companions. With a crackling wood burner, enclosed garden, and sandy coastlines within easy reach, there’s plenty here to keep both humans and canine explorers happy.

Step inside and make yourselves at home in the inviting lounge, where comfortable sofas and the roaring wood burner create the perfect place to curl up after a day of exploring. While your faithful friend stretches out by the fire, gather together for a movie night on the Smart TV. The well-equipped kitchen is ideal for rustling up everything from breakfast to hearty post-walk dinners. There's a handy breakfast bar for morning coffee and a separate dining/snug area for meals. Upstairs, you'll find two restful double bedrooms and a snug single, plus a bright family shower room. Enjoy sunny mornings and relaxed evenings in the private back garden, where a furnished patio offers a peaceful place for an al fresco meal. The enclosed lawn means your pup can sniff, stretch and sunbathe safely while you soak up views over the neighbouring church. Parking is available on-street, subject to availability.

Just 150 metres from the front door, a public footpath leads through Kenfig National Nature Reserve, all the way to the beach, a 3-mile walk. For a day by the sea, head to Porthcawl (4 miles) and stroll the promenade, or take to the waves at Rest Bay (4 miles), a hotspot for surfing and windsurfing. Margam Park (3.5 miles) has acres of open space to explore. Afan Forest Park, Bryngarw Country Park, Swansea Bay, Mumbles, and the Gower Peninsula – all within 20 miles – open up more paw-friendly walking, beaches, and picnic spots.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles, 1 single
  • 1 family shower room with heated towel rail and WC
  • Electric oven, gas hob, air fryer, microwave, fridge/freezer, and coffee machine
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Highchair and travel cot available
  • Wood burner in living room (first basket of logs supplied)
  • Smart TV in living room
  • Enclosed front paved area and rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture and BBQ
  • External WC
  • On-street parking (subject to availability)
  • Pub 500 metres, shop 1 mile, restaurant 4 miles and beach 4 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sally Thomas

This property is personally managed by Sally.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 6 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rob 18th May 2026

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Very comfortable and ideal location for golf in and around Porthcawl. Two pubs within a short walk for food and beer.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 10th May 2026

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Amazing beautiful cottage. Everything you could wish for. Super clean and well equipped. Even board games and record player. We had a lovely welcome gift. I find the 20 insurance payment unnecessary as we left the cottage in very good condition.

Reviewed by Patricia 12th March 2026

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Well equipped, comfortable, good location, liked log burner, very peaceful and quiet, good selection of nearby eateries.

Reviewed by Jenny 31st October 2025

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A perfect little bolt hole with all you could want for a break by the coast. This beautiful character cottage had everything, Cosy yet bright living room with a wood burner, blankets and a big TV for snuggling down after exploring, a well equipped kitchen with all the mod cons and great size bedrooms and private back yard all with quirky style toucRead morehes. You can't go wrong booking Ivy Cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Frank 12th October 2025

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Nice spacious cottage in an interesting area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Simon 19th August 2025

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A fantastic lovely cottage in a beautiful location, I would definitely recommend booking to all my friends. The front door lock was sticking a little when we arrived and the owner turned up straightaway and sorted the problem out, it felt like a home from home, except with a beautiful backdrop of Welsh countryside. Thank you for a memorable lovely Read morefamily holiday! Hide

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.