Guests say
Guests have highly praised Slade Cottage for its cleanliness, comfort, and stunning location near the beach and coastal walks. The property boasts ample space, well-furnished rooms, and a well-equipped kitchen. The beautiful garden and helpful owners add to the delightful experience. Some minor maintenance issues were promptly addressed, and guests appreciated the warm welcome with local treats.
The cottage received high marks for cleanliness, with guests noting it as spotless and well-maintained.
The location is celebrated for easy access to the beach and coastal walks, offering fantastic views and a quiet, restful environment.
Guests found the cottage very comfortable, with special mentions of cosy rooms, comfortable beds, and quality bedding.
The property is well-equipped, especially the kitchen, and any minor problems were quickly resolved by the owner. However, the lack of a fenced-off back garden was a concern for one guest.
The owners' responsiveness and the welcome with homemade Welsh cakes and fresh milk were appreciated, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such personal touches may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
St Bridges Major 1.5 miles. Nestled on the award-winning Heritage Coast, in the village of Southerndown in the Vale of Glamorgan, is this inviting, detached property, Slade Cottage. Situated just a short walk from the Wales Coast Path and surrounded by organic pastureland, this holiday cottage is the perfect family base from which to explore the spectacular coastline. After a day of walking, escape to the lounge and put your feet up on the sofa, choosing something to watch from the TV. Cross over into the kitchen, where the oil-fired AGA creates a warm hub to the house, along with an assortment of appliances to assist with home-cooking. Gather at the dining table and sample the fruits of your labour, or head outside to the large garden, flourishing with spring flowers, mature trees, living willow arbours and pergolas, making it a wonderful place to relax. There is also a walled front courtyard and sheltered outdoor space where you can get the barbecue going or simply enjoy the good weather. When sleep calls, there are five well-presented bedrooms to choose from; on the ground-floor there is a twin serviced by a bathroom, whilst upstairs lies two doubles, a twin and a single, served by another family bathroom. Within a short walk is the Three Golden Cups pub, where you can reward yourself with a pint of ale after a ramble, or book a table at the Frolics for a wonderful Italian meal. For your essentials, head to St Brides Major for its well-stocked village shop and milk hut selling fresh milk from a neighbouring farm. Explore the hidden gem of Dunraven Bay, Dunraven Castle with its surrounding gardens, plus there is a local dog-friendly beach just a gentle walk away, from which you can join the scenic Heritage Coastal Path. Spend an afternoon in the famous town of Barry, home to a glorious sandy beach along with the ruins of Barry Castle, or escape further afield to Cardiff, the capital of Wales, with a host of museums and art galleries, shopping, theatre visits, rugby and football matches. There's plenty to explore whilst holidaying at Slade Cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1134214 & 1134213, together sleeping 16 guests.
St Brides Major is a quaint village resting in the Vale of Glamorgan, resting near the coastline of South Wales. Home to a farm shop, The Fox pub, serving traditional fare, a village hall, and a florist, the village has all the necessities for a self-catered stay whilst a hub of amenities lies further into the county in Bridgend. For attractions, Dunraven Bay and its clifftop vantage point is a short journey away, along with the grand remains of Dunraven Castle, whilst Merthyr Mawr Nature Reserve, and Ogmore Castle rest either side of River Ogmore. Whilst visiting the area, Porthcawl is a must stop off, with its sweeping seafront, the Grand Pavilion, Porthcawl Museum, and The Wilderness Lake Porthcawl as recommended attractions, or travel east to explore the city of Cardiff, brimming with shops, eateries, a picturesque dock, and a host of landmarks, including National Museum Cardiff, Cardiff Castle, and the Wales Millennium Centre.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room.
Conservatory
Central heating.
Oil-fired Range cooker, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Lawned garden.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles, beach 0.5 miles.
Note: £20 pet charge for the second pet
Nearby points of interest
- St Fagans
Reviews (5)
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Jennifer
The location is wonderful with a short walk to one of the best beaches in the area. You can walk from the beach along the coastal path with great clifftop views. The house is very well equipped throughout with everything needed in the kitchen. Comfortable beds with white linen and plenty of room for 2 families to dine together at the large kitchen table or in the conservatory. The garden is stunning with beautiful flowers and shrubs and is a fantastic haven to sit and relax. The owners are nearby and are very helpful with help if needed and suggestions for days out and activities. We would throughly recommend Slade Cottage - we had a wonderful holiday.
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Leslie
Good walking area. Very quiet and restful stay. Would recomend and return in the future.
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Sian
With 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, there was plenty of room, and the kitchen, lounge and conservatory were all large rooms too. The conservatory had wonderful views of the garden and the kitchen was very cosy and pretty. It was great having two different areas we could eat in. The conservatory was bigger, but the kitchen was warmer. We were all impressed with the bedrooms which were all well furnished; beds were comfortable and the bedding felt lovely quality. There are some fantastic views from the windows. It's truly a beautiful property! It's also very practical; the kitchen is well equipped and there's plenty of storage space for groceries, which isn't always the case. We had some minor problems with the house during our stay and the owner responded quickly to fix things. For example, the heating had turned off as it was April, but they turned it back on and were very generous with the timings. This made a big difference to my elderly parents who feel the cold. They also welcomed us with homemade Welsh cakes and fresh local milk. If we went back to the area, we would definitely stay here again.