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The Hen Pen

Star near Cenarth, South Wales & Pembrokeshire (Ref. 992923)

Customer rating

4.8★

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Coast & Country Holidays rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Broadband / WiFi

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59 Customer Review(s)

  • Mayura

    “We’ve just come back from a fantastic weekend at The Hen Pen and honestly can’t recommend it highly enough.”

    From the moment we arrived we had such a warm welcome from the owners — friendly, helpful and thoughtful, while still giving us total privacy to properly unwind. The setting is perfect for a relaxing break. It’s peaceful, rural and surrounded by great walking routes. Our dogs absolutely loved it — loads of space nearby with paths and fields for proper stretches of the legs, and the river was incredibly handy for washing them off after muddy walks (a genuine bonus if you’ve got ...

    From the moment we arrived we had such a warm welcome from the owners — friendly, helpful and thoughtful, while still giving us total privacy to properly unwind. The setting is perfect for a relaxing break. It’s peaceful, rural and surrounded by great walking routes. Our dogs absolutely loved it — loads of space nearby with paths and fields for proper stretches of the legs, and the river was incredibly handy for washing them off after muddy walks (a genuine bonus if you’ve got adventurous pups!). Inside, the cottage is cosy, comfortable and really well set up. The hosts made sure we had ample heating, internet, and the kitchen had everything you could possibly need — including an air fryer, which was ideal for easy meals after a day out. The layout worked brilliantly too: there’s one bedroom with a double bed, plus a second bedroom with two single beds and its own en-suite. Having two toilets was really convenient, and the electric shower had proper hot water (always appreciated after a long walk!). Overall, this is genuinely one of the best places we’ve stayed in the last couple of years. Clean, well-equipped, dog-friendly, and in a gorgeous location with lovely hosts — we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it without hesitation. We’d happily return.

    - Mayura, January 2026
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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin (single and truckle bed) with en-suite basin and WC
  • Ground-floor three-part bathroom with walk-in shower, separate basin and separate WC
  • Kitchen
  • Sitting room with electric fire
  • Oil-fired central heating and electric fire
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, TV and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for three cars
  • Private veranda and enclosed lawn with furniture
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3.6 miles, pub 1.6 miles
  • Note: There is limited head space on the first floor, please take care
  • Travel cot and high chair available upon request.

The property

Cenarth 6.1 miles.

The perfect choice for a rural escape to Wales, The Hen Pen is a homely holiday cottage settled in the village of Star, in reach of Cenarth's amenities as well as all the excitement of the coast being just a scenic drive away.

Step up onto the veranda before entering the amply-equipped kitchen, hosting an Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, it hosts all the essentials for preparing a family-favourite meal.

Move through into the sitting room and unwind on the sofa as you plan a fun-filled itinerary for the rest of your holiday, the electric fire bringing a welcoming warmth to the room in the winter months.

The ground floor is also home to the three-part shower area, with a walk-in shower, basin and WC all in their separate areas, it offers plenty of space to prepare for your day.

Move up to the first floor to find two well-presented bedrooms resting beneath the sloping ceilings of the room, the Velux windows letting in an abundance of natural light, here you can choose from a master double and a twin with a single and truckle bed boasting its very own en-suite basin and WC.

Spend your mornings out in the enclosed garden with your canine companions as you listen to the soothing sounds of the stream, before heading out on a day of adventure.

The Hen Pen is a wonderful choice for your family escape to Wales.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1056238 and 1056239, together sleeping a total of ten guests.

Star Cottages

Four unique cottages resting in the sleepy village of Star, in easy reach of all of the amenities that Cenarth has to offer, the Star Cottages are wonderfully suited to groups of friends or families seeking a scenic escape to Wales. Boasting easy access to many coastal and countryside attractions, it makes a beautiful base at any time of the year. Together sleeping a total of 16 guests, The Nook sleeps two, while The Hen Pen, Pendre Cottage host four people each and Pendre Barn sleeps six, they provide a flexible sleeping arrangement for a variety of group needs. Each cottage boasts its own characterful interior, combining an eclectic mix of rustic with a homely charm, with all properties offering their own garden space too, perfect for if you're seeking a quiet moment with a loved one or if you want to gather to dine alfresco. There are plenty of opportunities for rambling and cycling from your doorstep, with a plethora of scenic picnic spots awaiting to be discovered, while the nearby village of Cenerath provides all you could need for a self-catered stay including convenience shops where you can select fresh treats for your picnics, along with a pub, café and tearooms where you can indulge in a tasty snack when you don't feel like cooking. The village is also home to a gift shop where you can pick up the perfect souvenir, as well as The National Coracle Centre at Cenarth Falls, home to a collection of coracles from Wales and around the world, it's a true wonder to be seen. Take a stroll alongside the River Teifi where you can find the spectacular Cenarth Falls, a scenic spot like no other, or mosey away the hours in the market town of Newcastle Emlyn, its imposing castle being well-worth visiting for the history lover, as well as a good range of eateries being available here too for a celebratory meal. The properties benefits from being in easy reach of both the west and south coast, with a range of beautiful beaches within driving distance including the popular Poppit Sands Beach home to impressive sand dunes, Patch Beach making the perfect place for fishing and watersports, predominantly sailing, the scenic Traeth Saith and plenty more. Spend a day in Cardigan, one of Wales' most historic towns, here you can find the Norman fortress of Cardigan Castle, the traditional Cardigan Guildhall Market home to a variety of quaint Welsh businesses, the Theatr Mwldan and so much more. You can even find a variety of theme parks in easy reach, including Oakwood Theme Park, Heatherton World of Activities and Dinosaur World, sure to offer fun for all the family, while the Preseli Hills and Mountains provide wonderful walking opportunities and scenery like no other. With access to Aberporth, Tenby and New Quay too, the Star Cottages make a fantastic choice for your Welsh escape.

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About the location

CENARTH

Cardigan 7.5 miles; New Quay 18 miles.

The village of Cenarth is located on the River Teifi, with its picturesque water falls where you can enjoy peaceful walks and sometimes catch sight of the local fishermen out on the river in their coracles. Visit the Coracle Museum, tea rooms, gift shops or pubs to complete your delightful day out. The coastal town of New Quay is close by where you can book a local boat trip to go dolphin spotting. Alternatively, visit The Wildlife Centre at Cilgerran where you may see badgers, otters, buzzards and even deer, or why not explore Cilgerran Castle? With local mills, craft centres, potteries, cheese making and much more you will be spoilt for choice in this part of Wales.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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