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South Wales » Monknash
Sleeps up to 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2
Monks Rest is a beautifully presented lodge located in the quaint hamlet of Monknash on the Heritage Coast and lies in the Heritage Coast Campsite. Positioned among the historic Glamorgan coastline, offering its selection of beaches, coastal walks and countryside surroundings Monks Rest is perfect for couples, small families and furry friends who wish to enjoy the wonderful coast. You are welcomed into this delightful home from the property's front terrace through French doors leading into the modern style living space. Offering a spacious place for guests to cook a meal of your favourite cuisine in the kitchen whilst discussing holiday delights with your family whom are relaxing in the living area in front of the recently lit fire.
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About Monks Rest

Monks Rest is a beautifully presented lodge located in the quaint hamlet of Monknash on the Heritage Coast and lies in the Heritage Coast Campsite. Positioned among the historic Glamorgan coastline, offering its selection of beaches, coastal walks and countryside surroundings Monks Rest is perfect for couples, small families and furry friends who wish to enjoy the wonderful coast.

You are welcomed into this delightful home from the property’s front terrace through French doors leading into the modern style living space. Offering a spacious place for guests to cook a meal of your favourite cuisine in the kitchen whilst discussing holiday delights with your family whom are relaxing in the living area in front of the recently lit fire.

Come together for an evening to eat at the dining table, which is positioned nicely between the kitchen and living room areas. Accessed from this communal space are both double bedrooms, equally boasting high-quality bed linen, bespoke chest of drawers and decorative pieces as well as the shared bathroom with marble effect walk-in shower.

Finish your evening enjoying a glass of wine on the terrace looking out to the undisturbed sunset skies taking in the most spectacular sights; or enjoy a soak in the hot tub. Enjoy your time on the Glamorgan Heritage Coast and witness the beauty that is Monknash beach, otherwise known as Cwm Nash—a dog-friendly beach accessed by foot.

There are also six local beaches which are all within walking distance so you won’t be short on sandy options during your stay! Likewise, take advantage of being so close to hiking opportunity or the Monknash and Marcross circular trail.

Should your interest be to explore the local towns, villages or bustling city, Cowbridge, Llantwit Major & Cardiff city centre are just a short distance away offering a selection of high street and national shops, restaurants, bars and cafés. Equally worth experiencing is the local pub conveniently located just a 300 yard walk from Monks Rest.

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Monks Rest Reviews

Monks Rest was beautiful well worth the visit it seemed like the owner had thought of everything. The area is beautiful we walked did 3 of the local walking routeswhich the owner provided leaflets for and they were stunning. We had our dog with us too and he loved every second.
Graeme
The property was amazing, it had everything you could ask for and felt so homely. Philippa and Glyn were lovely, friendly and helpful. We would definitely love to come back
Christine
We had a lovely short stay. So pleased to see Phillipa's friendly face welcoming us on the dark wet wintery night when we arrived, as I was trying to find the key code. She couldn't do any more to make our stay comfortable. The accomadation is so clean and modern, Bed and bedding were very high quality and comfy. Loved the woodburner and hot tub. Wonderful local pub a walk away, dog friendly too. No complaints at all and we will be back for sure.
Michelle
Absolutely wonderful holiday lodge! Furnished to high spec. Bedding and towels top quality and bathroom warm and cosy with fabulous shower. Lovely welcome from owners who even provided treats for our dog. The area was very rural with views to the sea and amazing sunsets. Great dog walking and close to the pub what more could we want? Thank you highly recommended.
Lauren
We had a lovely week with our family in this beautiful lodge. The accommodation is beautiful, and spotlessly clean, it feels nice and luxurious. We enjoyed BBQs outside and took in the view of the sunset and sea. Phillipa and Glynn really care about their guests often offering us recommendations for trips out, we had some great days out enjoying the beautiful beaches and local museum. Our children had so much fun. We were blessed with some good weather but it would be equally cosy in the winter with the log burner, onsite cafe and lovely pub 5 minutes away.
What an incredible property! The hosts are exceptionally helpful, providing their contact details in case you need anything. The property is impeccably maintained, with everything you could need, including an outdoor gas BBQ. The photos and description perfectly match what you get. We were absolutely thrilled with our stay and are definitely planning to rebook for both a winter and summer break soon. Thank you for an amazing 4day stay!
Philip
Extremely well equipped chalet, well positioned for exploring the Heritage Coast and beyond.
Andrew
Really enjoyed our stay at this property Very friendly owners and there if ... Really enjoyed our stay at this property Very friendly owners and there if needed Lots of lovely walks very close to the property and lovely sunsets Would happily recommend to anyone wishing to stay here
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Attractions Near Monks Rest

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Monks Rest itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what South Wales has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Rhondda Heritage Park - CF37 2NP
about 14 Miles
Rhondda Heritage Park is located at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery and is a popular attraction with a range of facilities including a visitor centre, an art gallery, a gift shop, and a lovely period re-constructed Village Street.  Fully guided tours are available and include multimedia presentations as well as a unique trip underground where visitors will experience the life of a coal miner. The site also boasts a children's play area and an underground experience zone.
Exmoor Zoo - EX31 4SG
about 24 Miles
Exmoor Zoo is described as a "family zoo" on their website and it certainly makes a great day out for families.  There are many exotic and rare animals as well as birds to see which are living in natural surroundings.  Some recent improvements at the zoo include a new 5 metre tower at the cheetahs and raised walkways at the "beast".  There is also a new viewing platform over the sitatunga.  As well as the amazing animals to experience there are regular fun activities such as face painting, daily events and zoo trails.
Brean Leisure Park - TA8 2QY
about 25 Miles
Brean Leisure Park in Somerset is the place to head for family fun. The site has over 130 rides and attractions with something for all ages and abilities. Adults and children alike will love the more traditional fairground rides which include waltzes, roller coasters and of course dodgems! Older kids and teenagers on the hunt for white knuckle attractions can try out the terrifying 'XTreme' ride - 130ft of exciting twists turns and drops. For younger children the Canoe River is one of the most popular rides and the whole family can team up to enjoy the Laser Quest. Other facilities at the park include a Snack Bar serving tasty food to go, a Restaurant for a relaxing sit down dinner and an Amusement Arcade with slot machines and video games.
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG
about 25 Miles
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park  is a big hit with families and has a wonderful setting within 26 acres of Sub Tropical grounds. During a stroll around the site you will encounter so of the worlds most endangered animals and also take a peek back to prehistoric times when Dinosaurs roamed the earth. The park is home to the worlds only full size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex as well as Lions, Wolves, Sea Lions, Meerkats and many other species, Top attractions include the amazing Sea Lion Shows, Falconry Display and Sea Lion Swims.
Seaquarium - LL30 1BL
about 25 Miles
The very unique Seaquarium in Western Super Mare is a fantastic site based on a beach surrounded by 3 miles of sand offering an educational and fun experience for the whole family. The site is packed with marine life from all over the world and has an amazing Underwater tunnel where visitors can view Sharks and Sting Rays There are also several open top displays  allowing closer inspection of the elegant Rays as well as other creatures. Special events take place throughout the year in high season including talks and crafting sessions.
The Walled Gardens of Cannington - TA5 2HA
about 28 Miles
The Walled Gardens of Cannington offer a range of attraction for adults and children alike. The grown ups will love to wander around the beautiful gardens taking in the stunning floral displays while the children will enjoy the garden games, nature trails and open space to run around. The site also has a picnic area and exhibitions and workshops can be enjoyed at peek times of the year.
Court Farm Country Park - BS27 3QW
about 29 Miles
The award wining Court Farm Country Park is the ideal all weather attraction with over 25000sq ft of playgrounds and attractions which are all undercover. Come rain or shine this place is perfect for families and children can really let of steam while adults have some time to relax. The site has several large and safe areas for fun and games, a stunning Adventure Castle with slides and ball pools and a range of small fairground rides. There are also educational shows to see including Milking Show and the twice daily Bottle Feeding Show.