Cattle Shed

Narberth 2.6 miles.

Cattle Shed is a charming cottage situated near Narberth in Pembrokeshire.

Offering a sociable open-plan living space, thoughtful family-friendly features and a welcome for four-legged friends, this characterful retreat makes a fitting choice for families and friends looking to discover the Pembrokeshire coast and countryside together.

Pull into the gated off-road parking and make your way inside, where exposed stonework nods to the building’s agricultural past and decorative touches inspired by Pembrokeshire add personality to your surroundings.

Head along the hallway and down the shallow steps to reach the open-plan living area, where framed artwork and pictures create a homely atmosphere and gas central heating brings warmth after time spent outdoors.

Take your pick of the sofa or armchair and settle in with a programme on the TV, dip into one of the books, put on a DVD, tune into the DAB radio or bring out a board game for a little friendly competition.

As dinnertime approaches, get creative in the kitchen using the electric oven and hob, with a microwave and fridge/freezer on hand for easy holiday meals, a dishwasher to assist with the clean-up and a Nespresso machine for your next coffee.

Serve up at the dining table for four and enjoy some time together over dinner, perhaps putting the chalkboard to use for keeping score during a game or noting down ideas for the next day’s itinerary.

As night draws in, retire to the double bedroom, where tranquil blue hues provide a restful backdrop and storage gives you room to unpack your belongings.

The bunk room offers younger guests a playful space of their own, complete with L-shaped bunk beds, seaside-inspired details and Giant Connect 4 for some added fun.

Skylights with electric blackout blinds feature in both bedrooms, while a travel cot and highchair provide useful additions for those staying with younger children.

Start the morning in the family bathroom, where tiled flooring and a distinctive plywood feature lend individual character to the room, before enjoying a soak in the bath or stepping beneath the shower over to freshen up for the day ahead.

Out front, the bistro table and chairs invite you to take your morning drink into the fresh air, while the communal garden offers picnic tables overlooking the fields for alfresco dining and barbecues, along with a play area and swingball to keep younger guests entertained.

Continue the fun in the communal barn, where ceiling heaters and bench seating accompany another play area, while a large map offers inspiration for days out and a selection of garden and beach games is available to borrow.

Following days of muddy walks, bike rides or sandy seaside adventures, the shared laundry comes in handy with free-to-use washer/dryers and a sink for rinsing off boots and beach equipment; there is also hanging space for wetsuits and outerwear, storage for empty suitcases and secure storage for bikes.

For refreshments and essentials, a pub lies a little over a mile away, while the nearest shop is a short drive from the cottage.

Once another day of exploring comes to an end, head back to Cattle Shed near Narberth and settle in together for the evening.