Strumble Head Pembrokeshire coast luxury cottage with stunning panoramic views - sleeps 6

About this cottage:

• An absolutely stunning cottage on Strumble Head peninsula with panoramic views to the lighthouse and across the clear waters of the Irish Sea.
• Tai Bach is beautifully furnished with great style and comfort - warm and welcoming and a perfect base for a Pembrokeshire holiday.
• This is an ancient cottage with a low beamed ‘snug’ at its heart - sit in comfort at the inglenook firplace while the family play at the table nearby, or enjoy the comfort of the sitting room with open views across the sea (on a clear day) to Ireland beyond.

• Set amid the rugged beauty of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - remote and craggy - with dramatic sheer cliffs and magnificent views across Strumble to Garn Fawr with its impressive Iron Age hill fort.
• National Geographic Magazines ranks the Welsh coast at Strumble Head as one of the world’s greatest with the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and coastal bus service getting a special mention.
• Fishguard, 5 miles away, has a bank, post office, internet cafe, supermarket, filling station, chemist, doctor, vet and interesting and independent shops. Fishguard Farmers Market is held every Saturday and a weekly market every Thursday.

• South are the beaches at Abermawr and Aberbach or further to Abereiddi and the open sands of Whitesands. To the north is the walk around Dinas Island and the delights of Newport - its shops, pubs and restaurants and its wide sandy beach great for sailing, swimming or bird watching in the beautiful River Nevern estuary.

• Changing exhibitions, reading room, excellent gastro/cafe. Supper evenings with music recitals.Do visit this excellent centre which shows quality work of established national and international artists and crafts people as well as supporting emerging talents.

• Choose a different beach each day of your holiday. Aberfelin, Cwm yr Eglwys, Abercastle, Ceibwr Bay, Traeth Llyfn (Barry Island Farm Beach N.T.), Newport Parrog, Pwwgwaelod, Traeth Mawr Newport, Abereiddi and Blue Lagoon.

• This exceptionally beautiful deep wooded valley is highly regarded by geologists. The valley is considered one of the world's best examples of sub glacial melt water channels. It has a unique atmosphere and an abundance of wildlife and prehistoric sites. The people of Pontfaen and Llanychaer uphold a unique tradition by celebrating New Year's Day on 13th January according to the old Gregorian calendar. "Why change the calendar whilst the charm and peace of the valley is so enduring."

• Enjoy a boat trip which offers a unique view of the magnificent north Pembrokeshire coastline around the small fishing village of Porthgain.

• Leave your car behind and enjoy this service that runs along the coast helping you to access walks, beaches, boat trips, local villages and attractions.The Strumble Shuttle service 404 runs St Davids Fishguard, St Davids.

• A 100' long tapestry tells the story of Britain being invaded by the French in 1797. The work is similar to the Bayeaux tapestry. It was stitched by 78 volunteers. The invasion is said to have been repelled by Welsh women dressed in Welsh costume and mistaken for soldiers. They were led by local woman Jemima Nicholas. The tapestry can be seen in the Fishguard town hall.

• A huge selection of woollen goods made to compliment the mill's unique weaves including cushions, throws, baby & full size blankets and clothes. Their soft furnishings are renowned internationally and seen in some of the finest hotels and cruise liners.Also enjoy a coffee and cake or light snack in the mill tearoom.

• If you are in the area during August do join in the festivities and enjoy nationally renowned musicians and great local bands playing Jazz & Blues in and around Fishguard.

• Home of the famous Dyfed Shire Horses a fascinating family day out. See the shire horses being dressed in their special occasion finery and watch them being worked by a Welsh champion ploughman. Enjoy tractor trailer tours, and lots more indoor and outdoor activities.

• Enjoy a holiday at any time of year in this beautifully renovated luxury cottage on Strumble Head Peninsula.

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