Self catering cottage in Porthcawl (9mls SW), Wales

Accommodation details

Perfect for two, this cosy, characterful cottage is a perfect place to spend quality time with your loved ones - including up to two dogs. At the rear of the property is a gorgeous enclosed garden with a pretty deck where you can sit and enjoy a meal alfresco, or gaze up at the stars at night. Walk hand-in-hand along the River Neath (8 miles) with a picnic in your rucksack and you'll find Melincourt Falls, an idyllic spot for a picnic surrounded by awe-inspiring woodland and the calming sounds of running water.

Bursting with charm inside and out, you'll fall instantly in love with the property from the moment you walk through the gate. Inside, the living room welcomes you to take the weight off your feelings with a comfortable two-seater sofa and a matching armchair. The kitchen is decorated in a calming pastel blue hue and has been furnished with everything you'll need to prepare indulgent meals and snacks at all times of the day.

Completing the ground floor is an elegant bathroom where you can sink into the tub for a long soak for an enjoyable end to the day. Take the stairs up to the first floor and you'll find the blissful bedroom with a king-size bed and vaulted ceiling. With plenty of space to store your belongings and a comfortable bed, this room ensures you feel truly at home during your stay.

A stable door in the kitchen offers access to the enclosed rear garden which has a mixture of lawn and decking for versatility and makes a wonderful place to relax when the sun is shining. Avid golfers will be pleased to know that there is an 18-hole course at Neath Golf Club (2 miles) which has fantastic views thanks to its elevated hilltop position.

14 miles away is Afan Forest Park, a brilliant place for a day out with way-marked walking trails and a fascinating mining museum. Meanwhile, Porthcawl (20 miles) offers a chance for a quintessential seaside experience with an array of beaches to pick, a traditional funfair and an impressive theatre all waiting for you.