Hart Cottage Stackpole between Bosherston & Freshwater East

Holiday Pembrokeshire holiday cottage in Stackpole near Barafundle and Broad Haven South 

• This Stackpole cottage is full of charm and character with vintage painted furniture, oak floors and appealing art work to reflect the woods and the sea.
• The modern kitchen is well equipped with an attractive and comfortable dining area, a lovely spot to linger over breakfast. From here open the French doors onto the generous paved terrace and gravel garden, a peaceful place for al fresco dining.
• The first floor sitting room takes advantage of the sweeping views across the fields to the woods beyond. Step out onto the balconied deck to watch the sunsets.
• On cool evenings relax beside the cosy log burning stove.
• The spacious and stylish twin bedded room on the ground floor opens onto the paved terrace and gravel garden brimming with lavender, rosemary and bee loving plants.
• Enjoy star gazing from the balcony of the calming and ambient master bedroom.
• There are beautiful walks from the cottage. Stroll through the famous Bosherston Lily Ponds to Broad Haven beach or to beautiful Barafundle bay.
• Walk to tiny Stackpole Quay for coffee and cake at the National Trust Boathouse.
• Amble up to the acclaimed Stackpole Inn for delicious fish dishes and more, just a stone's throw away.
  

• This award-winning restaurant/pub is 150 yards from Hart Cottage. It has a warm inviting atmosphere with an interesting menu that uses local fresh produce and a daily fish menu. Open for lunch and evening meals and also Afternoon Tea in the summer. There is also a pretty garden for outdoor eating.

Stackpole Estate (NT) - Bosherston Lily Ponds, Broad Haven South & Barafundle Beach

• Stackpole is both a listed designed landscape and an internationally important nature reserve. Footpaths radiate from the site of Stackpole Court, a grand mansion demolished before the National Trust owned this area. Walk through woodlands to the unique Bosherston Lily Ponds – a great spot for otters, water birds and dragonflies. Head on to the glorious golden sands of Broad Haven South beach then join the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path which will lead you to:
• Beautiful Barafundle - voted the best beach and picnic spot in Britain - clear azure waters and shimmering sands are the order of the day here. Enjoy a picnic on the beach then stroll back along the coastal path to the Stackpole Quay teashop for afternoon tea with freshly baked scones with jam and cream.
• Stackpole Walled Garden is a 25 minute walk away or a short drive. Purchase some wonderfully fresh vegetables and fruit, enjoy a walk around the gardens and stop for coffee and cake at the café.

Bosherston

• Bosherston is a small village with a pub, ‘ Ye Olde Worlde’ Tearoom (menu unchanged for 50 years and from where fishing permits for the Lily Ponds are available) and a fine 13th century Norman Church.
• Enjoy a tasty meal in the St.Govans Inn - a traditional village pub mentioned in the Good Pub Guide.

Freshwater East & West, Manorbier Beaches & St Govans Chapel

• South Pembrokeshire's other famous beaches within a few minutes drive include Freshwater West (great surfing beach), Freshwater East and Manorbier. At Freshwater West enjoy the delights of Café Mor. From April – September they serve delicious local produce including Hot Lobster Rolls and Beach Beef Burgers.

Pembroke

• Pembroke 4 miles away is an ancient town with a magnificent medieval castle - birth place of Henry Tudor. The castle is an ideal place to explore and enjoy picnics or one of the many events such as historic reinactments and music festivals.
• Explore the Shops and antique centres on the High Street, and then stop for food at one of the many cafes. Enjoy a locally soured breakfast or lunch at Food at Williams, or further along Lunch at No. 40 is also popular. In the evening The Kings Arms serves up tasty Tapas dishes – perfect for sharing.

Tenby – a great day out for all

• Discover how the Tudors lived their daily lives at Tudor Merchants House (NT). Staff dressed in Tudor costume will talk to you and there are costumes for children to try on making this a memorable experience for the whole family.
• Enjoy a day out with Sea Cruises, Tenby. Choose from a trip to Caldey Island, St Margarets Cruise or Smuggler's Caverns & Island Cruise. Or try a different one each day. Remember your camera and binoculars.

• Stroll around the picturesque, historic village of Carew nestled beside the river with its magnificent castle, celtic cross, restored tidal mill and the Carew Inn a family friendly pub serving good food and real ales.

Family Fun

• Oakwood Adventure Park, Folly Farm, Manor Wildlife Park, Blue Lagoon Water Park and Heatherton Country Park are great family days out .

Blue Lagoon Water Park, Bluestone Park, Pembrokeshire

• Whatever the weather the whole family can enjoy a day out at Blue Lagoon Water Park. A sub tropical environment, pool with wave machine, water slide and tunnels and state of the art technology make this a very special experience.