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The home has been caring for older people for more than 40 years, with an emphasis on creating a friendly, relaxed environment where residents are treated with kindness, dignity and respect.
Monkstone House provides permanent and respite residential care,...
Monkstone House is a family-run residential and dementia care home in Porthcawl, providing personalised care for up to 41 residents in a warm and welcoming setting overlooking Locks Common and the Bristol Channel.
The home has been caring for older people for more than 40 years, with an emphasis on creating a friendly, relaxed environment where residents are treated with kindness, dignity and respect.
Monkstone House provides permanent and respite residential care, including support for people living with dementia and a range of age-related care needs. Every prospective resident receives an individual assessment before admission, helping the team understand their care needs, routines, preferences and what matters most to them.
The home offers a choice of comfortable bedrooms, including en-suite rooms and rooms enjoying views towards the coast. Residents have access to spacious lounges and dining areas, quieter spaces for relaxation and attractive gardens with outdoor seating.
Daily life at Monkstone House centres on residents as individuals. A varied programme of activities, entertainment and social occasions provides opportunities to participate, while individual choice is always respected. Family and friends are encouraged to remain an important part of life at the home.
Monkstone House does not provide nursing care but works closely with GPs, district nurses and other healthcare professionals to support residents as their needs change.
Choosing a care home is an important decision. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to visit Monkstone House, meet the Registered Manager and team, explore the home, and discuss individual care requirements.
Care Provided by Monkstone House
Primary Care Categories
- Older Person Care
- Dementia
- Physical Disability
- Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
- Permanent Care
- Respite Care
Care Types Provided
- Residential Care
- Dementia Residential Care
- For a maximum of 41 Service Users
Dementia Care Types
- Mild Dementia
- Moderate Dementia
- Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
- Parkinson's Disease
- Stroke
- Palliative / End of Life Care
- COPD/Pulmonary Disease
- Convalescent Care
- Day Care
Facilities
- Own Furniture if required
- Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
- Smoking not permitted
- Close to Local shops
- Near Public Transport
- Lift
- Wheelchair Access
- Gardens
- Residents Kitchenette
- Phone Point in own room
- Television point in own room
- Residents Internet Access
Funding & Fees
Weekly Charges per Person
Contact Monkstone House to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
Permanent residential care is available from £1,200 per week, with respite care from £1,300 per week.
Fees are determined following an individual pre-admission assessment, taking into account each resident's care and support requirements.
Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to arrange a visit to Monkstone House to meet the Registered Manager, view the home and discuss individual requirements and current room availability.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Monkstone House for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
- Self-Funding (Private)
- Local Authority with Top-up
- Local Authority
- NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC)
Tours
Good to Know
Owner
- J & P Residential Homes Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Joan Thomas (Home Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services
Admission Information
- Mixed (no single-gender units)
- Ages 55+
Care Home Design/Build
- Purpose Built: No
Room Information
- Single Rooms (37)
- Couples/Companion Rooms (2)
- Single Rooms with ensuite Wet Room (8)
Visiting
- Family and friends are very welcome at Monkstone House. To protect residents' routines and ensure mealtimes remain relaxed, visitors are kindly asked, wherever possible, to avoid visiting before 10am, during lunch (12:30pm–1:30pm), during tea (5pm–6pm), or after 10pm. Where circumstances require a visit outside these times, arrangements can be discussed with a member of the team.
Parking
- Parking is available at the rear of the home, including wheelchair-accessible access from the car park. Additional parking is available on the street directly outside the property. The main entrance is on the side of the building and has two steps.
Monkstone House Reviews (28)
Monkstone House has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.903) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Monkstone House has 28 reviews.
My father spent the last few weeks of his life in Monkstone House. Throughout this time I was constantly impressed with how caring all staff members were, both to my dad and also to us, the family. They kept us updated about Dad's condition throughout and made us feel we were not dealing with this...
My father spent the last few weeks of his life in Monkstone House. Throughout this time I was constantly impressed with how caring all staff members were, both to my dad and also to us, the family. They kept us updated about Dad's condition throughout and made us feel we were not dealing with this difficult situation alone and were there to support both Dad and ourselves through what was a very sad time. I feel Dad could not have had better care any where else.
Thank you, Helen, for your kind and heartfelt review. It was a privilege to care for your dad, and were grateful we could support you and your family during such a difficult time.
My mother has been living in Monkstone House now for 9 months and during that time has been shown respect and patience. The staff are friendly and helpful, and I have been grateful for their advice and support.
My mother has been living in Monkstone House now for 9 months and during that time has been shown respect and patience. The staff are friendly and helpful, and I have been grateful for their advice and support.
Thank you, Martin, for your kind review. Were delighted to hear youre happy with the care and support your mum receives from our team.
Mum has been with Monkstone House since May 2025. I have found all staff and management to be professional, attentive and supportive. Whenever I have had queries they have been resolved speedily. Mum is being well cared for in a lovely environment, and communication with me excellent whenever there...
Mum has been with Monkstone House since May 2025. I have found all staff and management to be professional, attentive and supportive. Whenever I have had queries they have been resolved speedily. Mum is being well cared for in a lovely environment, and communication with me excellent whenever there have been health related issues. Highly recommended
Thank you, Graham, for your lovely review and recommendation. Were delighted to hear youre happy with the care, support and communication from our team.
This care home took care of my step mum for 2 years during her Alzheimer's illness. The care she received was absolutely fantastic. She wanted for nothing as the staff cared for her every need and kept us informed of her wellbeing. Thank you so much
This care home took care of my step mum for 2 years during her Alzheimer's illness. The care she received was absolutely fantastic. She wanted for nothing as the staff cared for her every need and kept us informed of her wellbeing. Thank you so much
Thank you, Angela, for your lovely review. It was a privilege to care for your step mum, and your kind words mean a great deal to everyone at Monkstone House.
My father was resident in Monkstone House for the last 7 months of his life in 2017 when his dementia became too advanced for my elderly mother to cope with at home. She inspected many care homes before deciding that the family run/owned Monkstone House was the only one that was a suitable and...
My father was resident in Monkstone House for the last 7 months of his life in 2017 when his dementia became too advanced for my elderly mother to cope with at home. She inspected many care homes before deciding that the family run/owned Monkstone House was the only one that was a suitable and caring environment for him. This was borne out by the care my father received up to his death in September 2017.
Sadly my mother also developed dementia and in 2021 it became clear that she was no longer able to live independently. It was a no-brainer to arrange for her also to become a Monkstone resident. My mother has been there since 2021 and has been well-cared for, well-fed and entertained. She is now 92, has advanced dementia but is contented and clearly feels safe and secure.
The staff are well-trained, caring and empathetic. There appears to be low turnover (several remember my father who died in 2017) which indicates a happy working environment. So glad we picked Monkstone
My mum has been in Monkstone house for nearly 3years, we have found all the staff caring and patient and their support to us as a family has been invaluable from the time she went in, helped her to settle in quickly until she recently passed away. Her whole care has been second to none during which...
Would recommend this care home to anyone for their family members who require extra care and support.
The...
The environment always appeared more like a private residence than a care home. The staff were invariably friendly, interested and supportive. As I did not live locally, I used to call every couple of weeks in between visits and no matter who answered the phone, the individual always knew where and how my mother was, whether she had slept well and what sort of mood she was in. It is testament to their standards that during the Covid pandemic, not only did my mother not contract the virus, but, as far as I am aware, nor did a single resident.For me, the most important consideration of all was knowing absolutely that my mother was safe and being treated with kindness and compassion.
Thank you all.
I was always extremely happy with all the care provided for my father while he was being cared for at Monkstone House. All the staff are friendly and welcoming and treated with my Dad with the utmost respect. it definitely was a "home" from "home" for my dad and all the family. Thank you.
I was always extremely happy with all the care provided for my father while he was being cared for at Monkstone House. All the staff are friendly and welcoming and treated with my Dad with the utmost respect. it definitely was a "home" from "home" for my dad and all the family. Thank you.
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Meet the Team (2)

Joan is the Registered Manager at Monkstone House, overseeing the day-to-day running of the home and helping to create a warm, welcoming place where...
Joan is the Registered Manager at Monkstone House, overseeing the day-to-day running of the home and helping to create a warm, welcoming place where residents feel comfortable, valued and at home.
Working closely with residents, their families and our care team, Joan oversees care delivery and staffing, with a focus on getting to know each person-their routines, preferences and the little things that make a difference to their day.
For families considering Monkstone House, Joan is a friendly point of contact throughout the journey. From those first questions and visits to pre-admission assessments and settling in, she is there to offer guidance, reassurance and a warm welcome.

Paula is the Responsible Individual and a Director of J & P Residential Homes Ltd, the family company behind Monkstone House.
Having been closely...
Paula is the Responsible Individual and a Director of J & P Residential Homes Ltd, the family company behind Monkstone House.
Having been closely involved with the home for many years, Paula is committed to making Monkstone House a place where residents feel cared for, respected and at home, and where families feel welcome and reassured.
Working closely with Joan, our Registered Manager, Paula provides oversight and support to help maintain high standards of care. She takes a keen interest in the quality of life within the home, helping to keep the warmth, personal attention and family values of Monkstone House at the heart of what we do.
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