Stackpole Dip Cottage

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Stackpole Inn and Stackpole

• The Stackpole Inn is an award-winning country pub and lies just 2 miles away. It has a menu featuring freshly prepared cuisine focused on the sea and has established a reputation for being one of the finest culinary delights in the area, winning the 2017 award for -Best in our County-, and also the best Gastropub in Wales. The importance of local provenance runs through the menu, and it is a fabulous place to sample some real ales in a traditional atmosphere.
• 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:

Barafundle

• Beautiful Barafundle - voted the best beach and picnic spot in Britain -and listed as one of the top 10 beaches in the world. 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. Owned and run by the National Trust it offers a relaxing atmosphere with splendid cakes and refreshments.

Stackpole Walled Garden

• Stackpole Walled Garden is 5 minute walk away. Purchase some wonderfully fresh vegetables and fruit, enjoy a walk around the gardens and stop for coffee and cake at the caf.

Bosherston

• Bosherston is a small village with a pub, -Ye Olde Worlde' Tearoom unchanged for decades 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.

Fishing

• Enjoy beach casting for bass on local beaches and coarse fishing at Bosherston Lily Ponds. Licenses are available at the Olde Worlde Cafe in the village.
  

Freshwater East & West, Manorbier Beaches & St Govans Chapel

• South Pembrokeshire's other famous beaches within a few minute's drive include Freshwater West (great surfing beach), Freshwater East and Manorbier. At Freshwater West enjoy the delights of Caf Mor. From April - September they serve delicious local produce including Hot Lobster Rolls and Beach Beef Burgers. The waves sweep the beach and its sand dunes have appeared in many films and are the resting place for Dobbie from Harry Potter. It was also the location for Russell Crowe to battle against the French in Robin Hood It has also been the home of the Welsh National Surfing Championships so is a great place to ride the waves. Manorbier is a delightful little village with a welcoming cafe, shop and country pub crowned by a wonderful castle.

Pembroke

• Pembroke 4 miles away is an ancient town with a magnificent medieval castle - the birthplace of Henry Tudor. The castle is an ideal place to explore and enjoy picnics or one of the many events such as historical re-enactments and music festivals.
• Explore the Shops and antique centres on the High Street, and then stop for food at one of the many cafes or the Cornstore overlooking the River. In the evening The Kings Arms serves up tasty Tapas dishes - perfect for sharing.

Tenby

• The walled town of Tenby is always a great place to explore with its cobbled streets and lovely little harbour, surrounded by golden sands it has played host to many visitors and remains a favourite destination for visitors to Pembrokeshire.

Boat Trips from Tenby to Caldey Island

• 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.

Carew

• 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.

Narberth

• Just a 20 minute drive away and has been voted one of the best high streets to shop in with its tiny shops and focus on having no chain stores .It has an abundance of fabulous places to dine and enjoy some fine beverages. Ultracomida the Spanish delicatessen and Tapas bar sits at the top of the street and is a source of fantastic food, beer, and wines and is a destination place across West Wales. There are a number of fabulous eateries dotted along the High Street including Peppercorn, 32 Townhouse, Bistro @No13,Plum Vanilla and just outside the town lies The Grove, Welsh Hotel of the Year with its critically acclaimed menu for very special occasions.
  

Family Attractions

• South Pembrokeshire has a large collection of quality family attractions including Folly Farm, Manor Wildlife Park, Oakwood Theme Park, Heatherton Sports Park, Blue Lagoon Water Park, Tudor Merchants House NT, and the Dinosaur Park.
  

Barafundle Bay and Broad Haven South Beach are close to this characterful cottage in a unique country estate setting. It sleeps 6 guests and welcomes 1 dog.