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Seagulls

(Ref. 943586)

Porthcawl, South Wales & Pembrokeshire Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 10 Guests

  • 5 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • hot (15)
  • tub (15)
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28 Customer Reviews

  • "Great place and great pubs a short walk away."

    Only negative was that we couldn’t find any dishwasher tab's. Lovely spacious rooms and fantastic hot tub. Just the ticket!

    Reviewed by MichelleMar 2024

  • "We enjoyed our stay at Seagulls."

    The house is in a lovely village location backing onto sand dunes. It is spacious and well equipped. The piano and hot tub were an added bonus. Although there is room on the drive for 3 cars, on street parking was an issue. The neighbour opposite seems to have many cars and parks on both sides of the road. Access and parking is therefore difficult. When we first arrived there were cars blocking the entrance to the drive. All in all we would recommend Seagulls and will consider another holiday there.

    Reviewed by GlendaNov 2023

  • "We had a fabulous stay at Seagulls."

    The owner has thought of everything to give a home from home stay. Very clean and comfortable property, in a great location. The beds were very comfortable and the area around was very quiet, just a stones throw from the beach. We had a lovely meal at the Jolly Sailor which is a 5 minute walk away. We would highly recommend a stay at Seagulls

    Reviewed by FaeOct 2023

  • "We all enjoyed our stay at Seagulls, a very welcoming, comfortable and clean cottage with the added bonus of the piano to enjoy."

    Feedback/Suggestions: *New frying pans as current ones are very worn and made omelettes resemble scrambled egg as non stick worn. *Plastic tableware for young children. *Kitchen roll holder would have been handy. *Spare bedding just in case of accidents (sick children as an example). Positives: *Ample fridge space was a bonus especially as we were a big group (freezer needs a defrost). *Plenty of tableware available which was great and plenty of bowls/pans/dishes to allow cooking and baking. *Great selection of toys for little ones to play with. *Great supply of cleaning products/kitchen supplies (foil, sandwich bags etc.) that kept us going until we bought our own. Thanks for a great stay.

    Thank you for your very helpful feedback - we will invest in some new pans etc! There is actually spare bedding in the house but it’s not obvious so I will make sure future guess are aware of this. Hope to welcome you another time soon! Property Owner

    Reviewed by AngelaJul 2023

  • "Very pleasant, spacious and well-equipped cottage in a good location for the coast."

    Reviewed by LizJun 2023

  • "Lovely property just a few steps from the dunes leading to the beach."

    Well equipped with comfy beds and a hot tub was a bonus. Warm welcome from the villagers at the local and a nice welcome pack. Thanks, we will be back!

    Reviewed by LesleyFeb 2023

  • "Beautiful setting, short walk to the beach."

    The hot tub was great. The kitchen was well equipped. We had a great stay

    Many thanks for your kind feedback! Property Owner

    Reviewed by NancyJun 2022

  • "A very welcoming and lovely home great base for venturing out."

    Thankyou for your kind feedback - glad you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner

    Reviewed by GraemeMay 2022

  • "Though I missed out due to Covid, the rest of the family had a wonderful time."

    Our three young grandaughters were very excited to return to Seagulls and loved their time there. The hot-tub provided great fun when at the house and the path through the dunes to the beach is great fun for 'little explorers '. The house is clean and well equipped for adults and children. Thank you.

    Reviewed by LynnMay 2022

  • "This was a well needed break for me and my family."

    Hot tub was amazing and isn’t overlooked by neighbours. The beach was a few minute walk. A very peaceful weekend. We will be back!

    Thank you for the lovely feedback, we hope to welcome you back to Seagulls another time! Property Owner

    Reviewed by EmilyApr 2022

  • "Situated a short stroll through unspoilt sand dunes from an equally unspoilt beach, Seagulls is a lovely house, comfortably furnished and exceptionally well equipped."

    The hot tub was a particular favourite with the younger members of the party. The owner could not have been more helpful. Newton village also ticks all the boxes having at least one splendid pub/restaurant (we haven't tried the others), a beautiful old church, a village green and shop, just 5 minutes walk from Seagulls. Highly recommended.

    Thankyou for the lovely feedback and we hope to welcome you again soon! Property Owner

    Reviewed by DavidMar 2022

  • "After a very stressful few months we looked forward to getting away, this was ..."

    After a very stressful few months we looked forward to getting away, this was made even more special by such a beautiful cottage to stay in, lovely walks, I'd love to stay here again, hot tub, piano very spacious x

    Reviewed by AndreaNov 2021

  • "The accommodation and location was very good."

    Reviewed by SharonSep 2021

  • "House was lovely, had everything we needed, hot tub was a bonus and nice for evenings after day out, close to beach."

    Reviewed by BulwinderSep 2021

  • "A lovely spacious house, comfy beds, piano, hot tub, only a few steps away from dunes and beach!"

    Provided everything we could want to make a wonderful family holiday for four generations of us! Thank you!

    Reviewed by DeborahAug 2021

  • "The house was clean but could do with modernising conservatory needed a good ..."

    The house was clean but could do with modernising conservatory needed a good clean cobwebs everywhere garden needed a sweep fallen leaves and debris were all over it owner not very nice has changed us for broken curtains which we have not done beware take photos of things that are broken when you arrive or you could be charged for them

    Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. We are sorry to hear about the cobwebs in the conservatory. These have been removed. We have two beautiful cherry blossom trees in the garden which shed their blossom at this time of year. The garden is swept before each guest arrives, but if you had informed me that the cherry blossom was becoming a problem during your stay, I would have arranged for my cleaner to come round and sweep the garden a second time. We were rather surprised at your comments as when we contacted you during your stay, you did not make us aware of any issues. In regards to the curtains, the property is checked before and after your stay and there were no damages reported before your arrival. I am very sorry you feel that we were not pleasant to you. We endeavor to go the extra mile for our guests and do our upmost to ensure that you have a wonderful stay in our cottage. Thank you again for your valued comments. Property Owner

    Reviewed by SusanMay 2021

  • "We had a fantastic week at Seagulls with everything we could need for both adults and children, and spotlessly clean."

    The hot tub was a brilliant extra and much enjoyed and the toys were a great bonus for our grandchildren. We felt welcome and able to contact the owner had we needed to. We LOVED the location at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and next to the path through the dunes to the nearest beach. It was perfect for our young grandchildren to have short visits to the beach when too chilly for long stays. The only thing we didn't like was having to leave at the end of our super week. Thank you!

    Reviewed by LynnMay 2021

  • "I did have wonderful time in the Seagull House."

    Changing scenery and relaxing hot tub evenings were very de-stressing for four adult house mates in those difficult times. The house is impressive, beautiful and very well equipped. Garden is great and very private. Place is very close to the beautiful beach, nature reserves and also local food stores and pub where people are very friendly. The Seagull House is very good base for visiting the South of Wales and Brecon Beacon. We really enjoyed our time here.

    Reviewed by AnnaMay 2021

  • "Nice quiet location within short walk to the beach"

    Reviewed by DonnaSep 2020

  • "Lovely place."

    Nice touch by owner with a surprise bottle of prosecco and tin of biscuits. Tea and coffee and uht milk provided also which was lovely. Gorgeous bathrooms. Lovely bedrooms and lounge. The downstairs loo and kitchen were not as updated but perfectly fine. Dining room table was awesome we all wanted one the same! Hot tub was gorgeous even in the rain. Would have been lovely to have had some sort of gazebo or pergola over it for when rain really bad but we didnt mind. If we were picky ..itd be lovely to have salt and pepper cellars also at the cottage for breakfasts. And perhaps a new set of placemats. Thank you. Definitely would return.

    Reviewed by NikkiNov 2019

  • "The house was beautiful and the owners had provided absolutely everything we needed."

    When we arrived we found a welcome gift of a bottle of wine and biscuits, which was so good. There was a large TV in the lounge and it was decided that another small TV in one of the bedrooms would have been a big help as we had four children with us, two boys and two girls, and there were arguments about it. Just a small problem and the only thing we would change. The fact that the beach is just five minutes away was wonderful and it is a lovely beach. Hot tub perfect. The house was clean and in a wonderful position. We would, without doubt, stay at this house again. Very good holiday with lovely weather.

    Reviewed by PatriciaAug 2019

  • "Fantastic location."

    Nice cosy homely environment with everything you need.

    Reviewed by GarethJul 2019

  • "Brochure pictures did not do the house justice."

    Lovely property, large lounge and dinning area. Peaceful setting, nice little walk of a few minutes to sandy beach. 5 minute walk to some local pubs. Great for a family gathering or family holiday.

    Reviewed by IanJul 2019

  • "Seagulls is a lovely house in a brilliant location, very friendly place shops and pubs close by, short walk to the beach."

    Reviewed by IreneMay 2019

  • "Wonderful place , everything we needed to hand ."

    Small issues resolved immediately by owner . Very responsive to suggestion from our gŕoup . Wonderful location !

    Reviewed by AmandaMar 2019

  • "The cottage exceeded all our expectations."

    Extremely comfortable and very well equipped. But most of all the location was excellent.

    Reviewed by JuliaDec 2018

  • "It was a surprise 50th Birthday weekend , we all had a fantastic time in the house, we all loved the hot tub and lovely bedrooms plus great location near the beach and walks."

    House is in walking distance to 2pubs, the jolly sailor pub we booked for Sunday dinner excellent,

    Reviewed by KathrynNov 2018

  • "A great holiday home in a brilliant location."

    The hot tub and the wood burner were particularly welcome after wet and windy walks along the beach!

    Reviewed by LindseyMar 2018

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Summary

  • Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with sofa bed (bedding not provided) and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor king-size double (zip/link, can be 2Â’6” twin on request), 1 x double, 1 x twin (one bed 2'6"), 1 x ground floor twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Ground floor basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Conservatory with dining area
  • Sitting room with woodburner
  • External utility.
  • Gas central heating, underfloor heating in bathroom and woodburner
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer in external utility, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and fuel plus kindling starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot, Highchair
  • Off road parking for 2 cars
  • Additional roadside parking on first come, first served basis
  • Enclosed lawned garden with patio, gas BBQ, furniture and 5-6 seater hot tub
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Pub, shop and beach 5 mins walk
  • Note: No stag/hen or similar
  • Note: Check-in time 5pm.

The property

A spacious home in a quiet residential area on the edge of the undulating sand dunes that stretch along the coastline to the popular coastal resort of Porthcawl.

A perfect base for friends and family who are looking for somewhere to relax of an evening and enjoy the luxury of a hot tub, all just a stoneÂ’s throw from the beaches of South Wales.

Set over two floors, there are five comfortable bedrooms, one with sea views and an en-suite, a family bathroom and a ground floor cloakroom.

There is a well-equipped kitchen leading into a conservatory with a dining area and a separate sitting room with woodburner, perfect to cosy up in front of after a dayÂ’s walking the coastal path or sand dunes.

The property also features a baby grand piano.

Outside, you can sit in the enclosed garden with patio and seating areas or sink into the warmth of the hot tub where you can chat about your dayÂ’s adventures and plan for tomorrow before popping out for a bite to eat in town.

Porthcawl is an idyllic traditional seaside resort with swathes of sandy beaches, a bright funfair and traditional promenade with all the sights, sounds and smells of a day at the seaside.

Enjoy exploring the sand dunes, grab a bite to eat in town or perhaps enjoy a round of golf nearby.

You are ideally placed to explore the wonderful coastline of South Wales that heads west onto the Gower Peninsula or perhaps head north to explore the fabulous Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons).

Take a day trip to St Fagans, the National Museum of Wales or explore the stunning scenery in nearby waterfall trails.

The area offers numerous outdoor activities; why not take a pony trek through the sand dunes at Ogmore by Sea or enjoy some tree top adventures in the stunning deer park and estate at Margam Park?

Slightly further afield, within an hourÂ’s drive why not head to the bright lights of the historic capital city of Cardiff and enjoy fantastic boutique style shopping and great places to eat or for a more adrenaline filled trip head north to Bike Park Wales and enjoy the miles of mountain bike trails.

A perfect base to retreat to and relax in, with stunning sand-dunes and a sandy beach on your doorstep, in a popular seaside town easily accessible to the fabulous beaches of South Wales and great family days out.

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

PORTHCAWL

Bridgend 7 miles; Port Talbot 11 miles.

Porthcawl, halfway between Swansea and Cardiff, is perfectly located for your South Wales coastal holiday. Enjoy the thrills of the funfair, a quiet walk along the promenade or a lazy day sunning yourself on one of the fine beaches. Sample good food at the many inns and restaurants in the town centre or just soak up the atmosphere of a traditional seaside resort all year round. With wonderful walks, cycling, surfing, golf courses and much more close at hand you can enjoy the great outdoors in picturesque scenery. Nearby, the attractions of Margam Park and the National Museum of Wales are great days out, or enjoy the impressive shopping facilities in nearby Cardiff followed by an evening at the theatre or maybe enjoy one of the many sporting events or concerts held at the Millennium Stadium. Whatever you wish for in your holiday you will be sure to find it in this beautiful part of Wales.