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Strumble Head cottage with pretty gardens - pets welcome

Cosy living room with large inglenook and wood burning stove

Views to Abercastle and the coast from the bedroom

Sitting room with large inglenook and log burner

Kitchen with Neff appliances and breakfast bar

Modern kitchen with Neff appliances and breakfast bar

Pembrokeshire holiday cottage with baby grand piano

Llys Onnen open front gardens - dogs welcome

Secluded front patio for al fresco dining

Cosy desk corner with books, records and CD's

Double bedroom with t.v and coastal views

Bathroom with electric shower over bath and hand held shower

Pet friendly North Pembrokeshire holiday cottage

Enjoying her toy in the gardens at Llys Ischa - most Quality Cottages welcome pets

Aberbach and Abermawr (National Trust) are two neighbouring pebble beaches nearby good for seal spotting and dogs are permitted all year round

Enjoy Lower Town Harbour, Fishguard for a quiet stroll along the quayside

North Pembrokeshire with its rugged coast and off shore islands are home to puffins which breed during the summer

On the Pembrokeshire Coast Path at Pwll Deri

Porthgain - a pretty fishing village with two art galleries, a great restaurant and real old traditional pub

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Llys Isaf

Name: Llys Isaf
Address: Llys Isaf, St Nicholas, Pencaer, Goodwick, Pembrokeshire, SA64 0LG, United Kingdom, St Nicholas, Pembrokeshire, SA64 0LG, UK
Telephone: 01348 837871
Price range: From £33.43 PPPN
Rating: 4.82

(English Translation)

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St Nicholas (View Location on a map)

2 Guests

1 Bedroom

1 Bathroom

Accepts 1 Dog

£468 7 Night Breaks From

£33.43 Average Per Person Per Night

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Check-in from 5:30pm and Check out by 9:30am

Handpicked Highlights

Llys Isaf was handpicked by our team to join our portfolio. Here's just a few of the reasons we think you'll love staying in Llys Isaf too!

Charming and sophisticated haven for two
A great base for exploring
Enjoy far-reaching views over rolling pastures to the twin beaches of Aberbach and Abermawr beyond
A tranquil setting to relax and unwind
Dog-friendly accepting 1 dog

Excellent Quality

Rated 4.8/5 (read reviews)

Features You'll Love

Coastal Area
Dog Friendly
Sea Views
WiFi
Private Parking
Real Fire
Rural Location
Golf Courses Nearby
Short Drive To Beach

72+ Hour Quarantine In Between All Bookings

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About Llys Isaf

Charming, beautifully appointed North Pembrokeshire haven.

A haven for musicians, cyclists, walkers and gardeners.

A haven for musicians, cyclists, walkers and gardeners.
This delightful cottage was once home to the coachman for the big house next door (now occupied by the current owners). It is hidden off the road in a charming country garden setting approached via a wooded driveway and surrounded by an exquisite profusion of colourful flowers and mature planting.
Enjoy far-reaching views over rolling pastures to the twin beaches of Aberbach and Abermawr beyond.
The cottage oozes charm and sophistication with a fine baby grand piano, a wealth of reading material and a comprehensive collection of CD's.
The beautifully appointed cosy sitting room with comfy sofas is warmed by a wood burning stove and a generous welcome pack of logs. It is a tranquil setting to relax and unwind.
Food preparation and eating in the smart designer kitchen with a Neff induction hob is a joy - beautifully designed and crafted for the small space.
Upstairs is an enchanting double bedroom with part exposed timbers, country furniture and a traditional bathroom, with new electric shower over the bath.
While away sunny days in the fabulous garden either on the private terrace or shared lawn. A swing seat, wooden bench and dining furniture are provided and a gas barbecue is available on request.
Bicycle storage is available perfect for those who intend to explore the National Cycle Route No 4 which passes just 300 metres from the cottage.
The garden and grounds, shared with the adjoining owner's house, are truly exquisite with a vast array of plants collected from around the country and globe. The owners are knowledgeable collectors of beautiful plants having widely travelled. The cottage is adorned with a collection of antiques from around the World from their travels.
A dog is welcome (a 36' box is available).

Layout & Further Information

1 Bedroom sleeping a maximum of 2 adults. 1 Double bedroom on 1st floor.

Bathroom Bath with electric shower (plus hand-held rinser/mixer tap), toilet, wash basin and fan heater.

Kitchen Fully fitted kitchen with Neff induction and hob, oven, Fridge/freezer, Dishwasher, Washer/dryer and microwave, breakfast bar (all beautifully fitted).

Lounge 3 seater sofa, and 2 seater sofa, armchair, occasional gate-leg table that can be used to dine, TV, DVD-player. CD player and traditional wood burning stove, baby grand piano.

Grounds private patio area with table and chairs, and swing-seat (unenclosed). Use of shared grounds and woodlands covering 1.5 acres.

Additional Information

Short breaks - Winter

WiFi - Yes

Changeover - Saturday

Towels - Yes

Parking - Yes for 1 car

Fuel - Oil central heating and wood burning stove

Dogs - 1 dogs at £25 p/w

Travel cot - No

Highchair - No

Bed linen - Included as standard

Please note: Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, certain facilities at some of our properties may not be deliverable. This may include - but is not limited to - swimming pools, hot tubs, and some shared communal areas. If you have a specific enquiry, please contact us by email here. Thank you for your understanding.

Reviews & Comments

Visitors Rate This Property 4.8/5

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Teresa Flinders Verified Guest

15th September 2020

This is a lovely, quirky cottage and the owners, Mair and Owen were very helpful with information on the area and it's history. A welcome card and a bottle of wine was a thoughtful touch.

Verified Guest

10th January 2020

As aboveA perfect place to relax after a busy Christmas but still plenty to do such a coastal walks and exploring St Davids.AND NYE in Fishguard is like nowhere else - great fun with 'Elton John; and brilliant fireworks!Too busy enjoying it to take photos!

Reply from: Quality Cottages Team

So pleased to hear that you enjoyed not only the cottage but also made the most of exploring the local area, sounds like New Year's Eve was one to remember!

Paul Derrick Verified Guest

6th January 2020

Our stay at Llys Isaf was most enjoyable. The cottage is well equipped and appointed, and generated a most welcoming atmosphere. We feel that we would have to stay there for a whole lifetime to appreciate the vast collection of CDs and books. It is well located for easy access to a whole host of beautiful beaches, coves and coastal walks. Owen and Mair made us feel most welcome, both on the afternoon of our arrival, and during the rest of the week. They did so in a way that did not intrude upon our space, but we always knew they were there if we needed them. Owen is particularly knowledgeable in just about everything to do with the local area, and provided us with a host of stories and recommendations. Staying at Llys Isaf was the first time wed booked a holiday cottage over the Christmas period, its certainly convinced us that its the thing to do for us. If we were to holiday in that particular area again, we would certainly look to stay at Llys Isaf. In addition, we would confidently recommend the cottage to anyone else looking for a comfortable quiet break. Thank you very much.Paul & Linda (& Willow, our Springer Spaniel).

Reply from: Quality Cottages Team

Thank you for your kind words and recommendation so pleased that you had a great stay at Llys Isaf and that you would happily return. The owners work hard to ensure that guests have a great stay and will be delighted with your review.

Richard Wallis Verified Guest

22nd April 2019

We loved the cottage which was very spacious and full of character. The piano was great too. Gorgeous gardens, perfect, quiet location and delightful owners. Couldn't have been better.

Reply from: Quality Cottages Team

Thank you for your lovely review it is greatly appreciated.

Verified Guest

5th January 2019

Excellent

Robert K Verified Guest

20th October 2018

Lovely cottage, ideal for 2 people. Good location for visiting tourist hot spots and for walking the Pembrokeshire coastal path

Heinrich-Otto Hannemann Verified Guest

28th July 2018

Booking and pre-stay information were very precise and welcome. The cottage Llys Isaf is situated idyllically in a secluded garden abundant with foliage and flower in the village of St. Nicholas. The interior is very comfortable and blends in well with the traditional style of the cottage. The furniture and equipment (e.g. the kitchen) go well beyond the equipment one would expect of a holiday cottage (literatury, baby grand piano, CD-collection). However, three aspects need to be mentioned which might be worth improving: 1. the shower has a very low water pressure on the warm water tap, so that it is hardly possible to shower properly. Instead, one has to kneel or to crouch in the bath and hope for enough water to come (this would be difficult for persons with physical disabilities!). Is this the 'traditional bathroom' mentioned in the overall information? 2. The seating area in front of the cottage could do with a bit more care. Not only was there a dried up Christmas tree in a pot in the corner, but the swing seat was unusable due to bird droppings. 3. Even though we arrived one day later than our booking commenced, the air in the cottage gave the impression of being unaired,stale and damp; it might have been a good idea to air the cottage, since it must have stood empty at least for one day. The owners were very friendly and welcoming. With regard to the infrastructure I would like to mention that the distance to the Farmers Arms Pub in Mathry seems to be longer than 3 miles (as indicated in the information). The pub itself does not live up to the expectations caused by e.g. very good Tripadvisor ratings. The food was average at best.

Reply from: Quality Cottages Team

From the owner:- 'An update on the measures we have taken to address the issues raised by these guests after their stay; in turn: 1. The good news is that an 8.5kW electric mains-pressure shower is now installed over the bath.and the bath and shower do now also have additional grab-rails to complement the grip-mat for safety here. 2. The magnolia tree - still in glorious full-bloom - over the swing seat has become the nesting site of our resident doves, and we don't want to drive them away. So in addition to providing the loose cushions we also clean-up more often during the nesting period. 3. The intermittent mustiness was eventually traced, with difficulty, to a concealed pipe joint which had leaked drips for some time - it was quickly and professionally rectified with no problems since. As our village has no pub, we wish The Farmers Arms in Mathry was nearer but (according to our car) it remains 3.1 miles distant through the lanes and 3.3 miles via the main road, so '3 miles' is a not unreasonable simplification. We are not responsible for Tripadvisor reviews, but have always found The Farmers welcoming with good food, and the staff always pleasant and positive in responding to very rare disappointments.

Reply from: Quality Cottages Team

From the owner:- 'An update on the measures we have taken to address the issues raised by these guests after their stay; in turn: 1. The good news is that an 8.5kW electric mains-pressure shower is now installed over the bath. but the bath and shower do now also have additional grab-rails to complement the grip-mat for safety here. 2. The magnolia tree - still in glorious full-bloom - over the swing seat has become the nesting site of our resident doves, and we don't want to drive them away. So in addition to providing the loose cushions we also clean-up more often during the nesting period. 3. The intermittent mustiness was eventually traced, with difficulty, to a concealed pipe joint which had leaked drips for some time - it was quickly and professionally rectified with no problems since. As our village has no pub, we wish The Farmers Arms in Mathry was nearer but (according to our car) it remains 3.1 miles distant through the lanes and 3.3 miles via the main road, so '3 miles' is a not unreasonable simplification. We are not responsible for Tripadvisor reviews, but have always found The Farmers welcoming with good food, and the staff always pleasant and positive in responding to very rare disappointments.

Frances Turnbull Verified Guest

16th June 2018

The most beautiful cottage in a great location for walking. We Ill be back.

Verified Guest

13th June 2018

Great cottage in a lovely location

Richard Dodd Verified Guest

21st May 2018

Great cottage and very helpful owners.

David Cope Verified Guest

4th February 2018

Excellent property in wonderful location with delightful owners. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

About the Area

If you would like more information on the local area, please call us on 01348 837871 to speak to one of our friendly team.

Aberbach and Abermawr

Just two miles from the cottage is a valley where National Trust woodland paths lead down through a bluebell wood to the sand and shingle beaches at Abermawr and Aberbach. This is a lovely (potentially circular) walk through a tree-filled valley - great for children and dogs (welcome all year) and for grown up walkers too!

Play on the beach at Abermawr or the little cove at Aberbach and keep your eyes open for seals there in the autumn.

Strumble Head and Pwll Deri

Fifteen minutes' drive away and a meandering route over the rocky headland is Strumble Head and the lighthouse. Well worth a visit, it is really the ends of the earth where you can look out to sea to spot pods of porpoises who pass in the overfalls off the rocks.

Two and a half miles to the north of St Nicholas are the steep cliffs atf Pwll Deri. The subject of a famous Welsh poem, it is a wild and dramatic place and great for bird and seal watching. From the cliffs there are amazing views over the ocean and of the Garn Fawr Hillfort behind.

Melin Tregwynt

Melin Tregwynt is one of the two remaining woollen mills in Pembrokeshire. With skills passed down through generations of weavers, the mill produces lovely, locally designed blankets and throws which travel from this little mill to destinations round the world. Enjoy the mill and the shop and perhaps take tea in the little caf£.

Fishguard

Fishguard is the closest town to the St Nicholas with a selection of shops, cafes and restaurants. If you are looking for a place to eat - Ffwrn 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; Bar 5 is popular for cocktails and tapas; The Gourmet Pig is a fantastic Deli with local produce and treats; The Fishguard Farmers Market held every other Saturday in the town hall sells a variety of different delicious local products.

St Davids City Village

12 miles to the south of St Nicholas is the iconic village of St Davids. Britain's smallest city, busy with useful shops as well as gift and clothes shops and galleries to enjoy. The village is remarkable in having a lovely 12th century cathedral and bishops' palace.
The peninsula, surrounded by sea, is a centre for boat trips. There are several different organisations in the town offering wildlife trips round Ramsey and out to the offshore islands.

The Pembrokeshire Coastal Path and Porthgain

The famous Pembrokeshire coastal path circles the coast round Strumble Head and south towards St Davids. Keen walkers can join at many points on the way but walks planned with a start or finish point at Porthgain will combine the delights of the coastal scenery with the opportunity to have food and drink in the popular Shed Bistro or Sloop Inn. The village is extraordinary with the remains of its industrial past incorporated into a popular tourist destination and art lovers can peruse the galleries while their children play on the village green!

Visitors with dogs are welcome in Pembrokeshire but if you take them on coastal path walks take care of the cliff edge - the grass and flowers frequently overhang the cliff face and dogs like to look over the edge!

Mathry Village and the Farmers Arms Pub

About three and a half miles from St Nicholas is the hilltop village of Mathry and the popular Farmers Arms pub. This is a traditional pub serving good food and is well-used by locals - a good venue for lunch or supper!

Strumble shuttle

Your travels up and down the coast will be enhanced by using the local bus - the Strumble Shuttle. The Shuttle visits most villages and inlets and can be hailed as it passes. Get a timetable online or from the local Tourist Information Centre (Fishguard or St Davids) and take the bus. You will see the scenery, meet the locals and reduce your carbon footprint!

Gwaun Valley Gardens and The Dyffryn Arms

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

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.

Picton Castle and Gardens, Haverfordwest

A beautiful 40 acre woodland garden surrounds the enchanting 13th century castle and both are open to the public. Visit the gallery, shop and courtyard restaurant as well. The castle hosts a rolling programme of family friendly events throughout the year.

Animal Lovers

Animals lovers of all ages should make a beeline for south Pembrokeshire where award winning Folly Farm and Manor Wildlife Park have a diverse collection of small and large animals on show. Expect to see meerkats, lemurs, gibbons, lions, tigers, rhinos, zebras, penguins, ostriches and more.

Revel in this delightful haven as your base for exploring the north Pembrokeshire countryside

Eat & Drink

See below for a selection of pubs, restaurants, and eateries near Llys Isaf.

If you would like more information on the local area, please call us on 01348 837871 to speak to one of our friendly team.

The Farmers Arms, Mathry

( 2.6 miles away )

Food is locally sourced and the majority of dishes are home made. Specialities include locally caught seafood, home made desserts and the 'Friday Credit Crunch Lunch'. Events include themed nights, St David's Day suppers, quiz nights, live music, fund raising events visiting Morris Dancers and more. A wide range of beers, real ales, lagers, wines, spirits and soft drinks is available.

Hope & Anchor Inn

( 3.2 miles away )

Award winning inn serving its own home grown produce and home reared pork

The Gourmet Pig

( 3.6 miles away )

Award-winning deli and wine store in Fishguard with arguably the best coffee in Wales!

No 14 for Tea

( 3.6 miles away )

Open Monday - Saturday 9.30am - 5pm for teas, coffees, homemade cakes & pastries, light lunches and savoury snacks.

Royal Oak

( 3.6 miles away )

Families & pet dogs welcome. Paved garden with sea views. Tuesdays folk nights.

Fishguard Farmers Market

( 3.6 miles away )

A great opportunity to buy excellent local produce. Sat fortnightly, 9am-2pm, Town Hall

Bar Five

( 3.6 miles away )

Bar Five is situated in a listed Georgian townhouse in the centre of Fishguard. The team consistently produce imaginative meals from ingredients that are almost exclusively locally produced, reared or caught.

The Ship Inn

( 4 miles away )

Real ales are served and there is an open fire. Tuesday night is fun quiz night.

The Ship Inn

( 4.3 miles away )

Enjoy real ales, good homemade food and terrific Sunday roasts. Families are welcome.

Something's Cooking

( 4.5 miles away )

This successful business has been running for over 25 years. Rick Stein enjoyed the 'Honest fish and chips' and was served by 'the sweetest staff in South Wales'.

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