“I'm conflicted about recommending this cottage.”
If I tell you all how amazing it is then it's more likely to be booked up quick, and I want to go back again as soon as I can!
This cottage is a real gem. It's welcoming and relaxed with a decent amount of room for a small family. On our visit there was two adults, a six year old and a two year old and we never felt like we were tripping over ourselves. The real gem though is the decking area. We were lucky with the weather so we got to use it most nights of our stay, meaning that in July it was till getting sunlight and lovely views till 21.30. Being out there with a beer was so relaxing.
Pembroke as a base is perfect for visiting Tenby and Saundersfoot, many great castles and some wonderful beaches. Our favorite was Barafundle Bay. Although it takes a walk along a cliff side to get there, it's completely worth it. The cottage itself is close to several supermarkets but away from any busy streets. It's straightforward to find and has allocated parking. You need to go down a flight of stairs to get to the actual property, which is great at making it feel really private but can be a little bit of a chore to get the bags up at the end of the break (but this is a really minor thing).
We met the owner a couple of times during our visit. He was always friendly and approachable. We asked for a high chair for our 2 year old and we had it within half an hour. It was also really clear the effort he'd gone to to make the cottage clean and safe before our visit. It was very reassuring.
In summary, go for it. You won't be disappointed. The cottage is welcoming, the garden is beautiful, the location is filled with activities and the owner is a gent.
The property
Sunnyhill is a detached bungalow situated on Beach Road in the waterside hamlet of Llanreath near Pembroke Dock.
Set in three quarters of an acre of lovely terraced gardens, this delightful south facing property commands fabulous views of the Milford Haven estuary, the 18 hole South Pembrokeshire Golf Course and the local woods.
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path is only 5 minutes' walk from the doorstep and a small launching slipway is a convenient 2 minute's stroll.
The historic town of Pembroke with its pleasing array of riverside pubs and restaurants, as well as the imposing Norman castle, is only a five minute car journey.
Many of south Pembrokeshire's best sandy beaches, including Freshwater West and Barafundle Bay are within easy reach.
This is a great base from which to explore south Pembrokeshire and the beautiful coastline and is especially ideal for couples and families wishing to enjoy the great outdoors.
Less able visitors should be aware that there are a flight of steps which lead down to the property.
Summary
- All ground floor
- Two bedrooms: 1 x Double, 1 x Twin
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC
- Separate WC
- Kitchen
- Sitting Room with dining area and multi-fuel stove (please request at time of booking)
- Utility Room
- Night storage heaters with multi-fuel stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD, HIFI, selection of books and games
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot and highchair are provided
- Off road parking for two cars
- Terraced garden to fore of cottage with decking, garden furniture and BBQ area
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 1 mile
- Note: MULTI-FUEL STOVE MUST BE REQUESTED AT TIME OF BOOKING
- Note: Wood and anthracite can be purchased directly through the owner, or please provide your own
- Note: Please bring own beach towels and cot linen
- Note: There are numerous steps down to the property from the road so unsuitable for the less mobile
About the location
PEMBROKE
Tenby 10 miles; Haverfordwest 11 miles.
A medieval walled town, Pembroke is home to a magnificent castle, which was the birthplace of Henry Tudor. In an idyllic location, on the river estuary, this historic town has an abundance of shops, quaint tea rooms and restaurants. The stunning Pembrokeshire coastline is nearby, with its award-winning beaches and great walks along the coastal path. There is a popular cycle route that starts here, taking you through the pretty village of St Florence and then on to Tenby. Bosherton is just 4 miles away, with its beautiful lily ponds and the popular St Govan’s Inn, serving locally-sourced food and fine ales. St Govan’s Chapel is built into the cliff face, where you can take in lovely views from Stack Rocks, or surfers can head to Freshwater West, which featured in one of the Harry Potter films. Within easy reach are Oakwood Theme Park, Folly Farm, where you can feed molly lambs or enjoy a tractor ride, Manor House Wildlife Park, Dinosaur Experience and Heatherton World of Adventures. Pembroke is the ideal base for a family holiday, a walking break or just the chance to unwind in beautiful surroundings.
Note: MULTI-FUEL STOVE MUST BE REQUESTED AT TIME OF BOOKING.
Note: Wood and anthracite can be purchased directly through the owner, or please provide your own.
Note: Please bring own beach towels and cot linen.
Note: There are numerous steps down to the property from the road so unsuitable for the less mobile.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
