Gwaun View Llanychaer, Gwaun Valley

• Enjoy peace and quiet in this pet friendly holiday home - a delightful terraced cottage, thoughtfully re-designed to offer open plan living for up to 4 guests in the pretty countryside village of Llanychaer, known locally as 'Hillside'.
• The open plan living area (on the 1st floor) is the star of this property with stunning valley views to be enjoyed. Beautifully lit through huge glass sliding doors that perfectly frame the view. Open them up, sit, relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity with the sound of the babbling river and a symphony of birdsong.
• Both bedrooms (one of which is en-suite) are on the ground floor along with a modern bathroom and utility room.
• Cosy and warm in the Winter (the property benefits from underfloor heating and modern central heating), but perfect for the Spring and Summer months when you can open up the glass sliding doors and let the outdoors in.
• The outdoor slate gravelled terrace enjoys day long sunshine and is an enclosed space for children and dogs (3’6’’ high fence).
• There are lovely walks right from the doorstep within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park – its perfect country for walkers - the Gwaun Valley is a timeless treasure and a haven for wildlife - buzzards, red kites, dippers, herons and kingfishers on the river.
• If you love to wake up to the sound of birdsong and look out onto beautiful valley views, you will love it here.

Gwaun Valley Brewery

• Just a 5 minute drive away is this family-run brewery producing a variety of different real ales. Enjoy a pint of the good stuff with beautiful views of the Preseli Hills and on brewing day you can see the brewers at work. Bottles and gift packs are for sale and acoustic music nights are held every Saturday. 

The Dyffryn Arms, Gwaun Valley

• Take a short drive up the Gwaun Valley to The Dyffryn Arms - known locally as Bessie's, after the namesake landlady who serves real ale from a jug in what is basically her licensed front room. It’s an experience not to be missed!

Gardens of the Gwaun Valley

• Visit the nearby Pembrokeshire Gardens open to the public. Penlan Uchaf has acres of landscaped garden including a fast flowing stream set high above the Gwaun Valley. Dyffryn Fernant Gardens, set in 6 acres of grounds and features courtyard roses, orchard, wild flowers, wood, walks and more.

Cycling

• The Celtic Trail and the Lon Tefi long distance cycle route both go along the Gwaun Valley. Enjoy exploring and riding through the country lanes and secret wooded valleys.

Gellifawr Hotel, Gwaun Valley

• A 15 minute drive takes you to the Gellifawr Hotel where you can dine in the a la carte restaurant. It’s a lovely spot for an evening meal or Sunday Lunch, and afterward explore their ponds, gardens and woodland walks.

 Fishguard

• Fishguard is just over 2 miles from the cottage and has a great selection of shops, cafes and restaurants to sample. Ffrwn is recommended for its wood fired pizzas for lunch or evening. They also regularly host music nights. Peppers is quickly gaining a reputation as Pembrokeshire’s leading Jazz venue. The Lounge at No.3 serves delicious Italian food. Try Bar 5 next door for its cocktails and tapas. Pick up some local produce treats from the fantastic deli, Gourmet Pig or from the Fishguard Farmers Market held every other Saturday.

Kayak King, Fishguard

• For a different way to explore the Pembrokeshire Coastline, book a half day tour with Kaya King and explore the coastline on sit-on-top kayaks. Tours run from Lower Fishguard twice daily. Paddle along and discover mystical caves, secluded beaches and playful marine life.

 Ivybridge Spa, Goodwick

• Take some time out and be pampered at the Ivybridge Spa. They offer a warm welcome and a range of therapies and spa days.

 Beaches and Walks

• There are many lovely beaches to enjoy not far from the cottage. Abermawr and Aberbach are remove rural beaches just a short drive away. Pwllgaelod is a pretty little cove with a popular beach and old fisherman’s pub – The Old Sailors – a great spot for watching summer sunsets accompanied by local fresh fish and seafood.
• From Pwllgaelod take the circular 3 mile walk around the Coast Path to Dinas head and then Cwm yr Eglwys – it’s a magical spot!

• Memorable boat trips leave from Martins Haven on the Marloes Peninsula to visit Skomer Island and from St Justinians near St Davids to visit rugged Ramsey Island. Expect to see breathtaking coastal scenery, a wealth of natural beauty, myriad seabirds, seals and possibly dolphins.

The Preseli Hills

• Fabulous walking area intersected with deep river valleys and dotted with ancient sites and relics. The stones of Stonehenge are believed to have come from this area. Pentre Ifan is a well-preserved Noelithic burial chamber in a stunning, peaceful location overlooking the sea.
• In the heart of the Preselli Hills is Tafarn Sinc – full of old world charm, it’s the highest licensed pub in Pembrokeshire.

Newport

• The bustling little coastal town of Newport has 2 beaches, sailing club, links golf course and a good range of local amenities including interesting individual shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, bank, post office and minimarket. 

Castell Henllys

• Enjoy a guided tour around this recreated Iron Age Village with its roundhouses built exactly where they stood over 2,000 years ago. Set within 30 acres of beautiful woodland and river meadows in the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park – your dog is welcome too!

• Pembrokeshire has a wealth of family friendly attractions. The award winning Dr Beynon's Bug Farm and Grub Kitchen on St Davids Peninsula, Hangar Five Trampoline Park and West Wales Karting at Withybush near Haverfordwest, Folly Farm in Begelly, the Tudor Merchants House (N.T.) and The Hangover Climbing Wall in Tenby, Manor House Wildlife Park, Heatherton Sports Park and the Dinosaur Park just outside Tenby are just a sample of what's on offer.

A Gwaun Valley retreat for year round holidays. A great base from which to explore Pembrokeshire.