The Fold, Haverfordwest

Pembrokeshire Coast. Sleeps up to 8

Abereiddy Beach welcomes dogs all year roundAbereiddy is a 'blue' sand and shingle beach with fine dark sand at low tide and sheltered by west facing cliffs. A great family favourite and a fine hunting ground for fossils - look out for grapholites, an extinct sea creature. Walk along the coastal path through National Trust land to the Blue Lagoon, once a slate quarry but now popular with the devotees of the ever growing sport of 'Coasteering'. Traeth-llyfn Beach (known locally as Barry Island Farm Beach) National Trust - with cautionTraeth-llyfn, one of Pembrokeshire's most beautiful beaches, 1 mile north of Abereiddi, can be reached only via the Coastal Path - steep steps lead down to a picturesque, sheltered sandy cove but take care if swimming as there are strong currents and no lifeguards here. Porthgain near luxury Pembrokeshire coastal cottageAlso on the Coastal Path but can be reached by a short drive through pretty winding country lanes, this quaint harbour village has fascinating industrial archaeological ruins, the famous Sloop Inn, award winning 'Shed' Bistro. Mackerel fishing trips sail from here during the summer months when there is usually freshly caught lobster and crab for sale too. Porthgain Art Galleries - Harbour Lights and Alun Davies Gallery~Harbour Lights Gallery(wales-pembs-art. com)~ in Porthgain showcases the best of Pembrokeshire and Welsh art. Order original art from the gallery 01348 831 549, The Alun Davies Gallery housed in a pretty terraced cottage showcases his own beautiful depictions of local scenes. 4 Y Stryd, Porthgain, Pembrokeshire 01348 837740Square and Compass and Croesgoch convenient for luxury Pembrokeshire coastal cottageA couple of miles inland is the hamlet of Square and Compass with an excellent Londis mini-mart and petrol station and a 'local' the Square and Compass which provides family bar food available. At the nearby village of Croesgoch there is The Atramont Arms - a pub which serves excellent fish and chips and where the renowned Pembrokeshire artist John Knapp Fisher has a gallery displaying his paintings. St Davids, PembrokeshireSt Davids is ever popular with its stunning medieval Cathedral and ruined Bishops Palace, small shops, a wide choice of eating places, art and craft galleries. An internationally renowned music festival is held in the Cathedral annually in late May as well as regular concerts throughout the year and the candlelit 'Nine Lessons and Carol Service' in December is a true delight - glorious singing and fantastic organ music. Oriel y Parc National Park Visitor Centre(open all year round) The centre holds a variety of exhibitions, including work by Graham Sutherland, a 'Discovery Room', shop and excellent café serving local produce. Fishguard, North Pembrokeshire CoastFishguard is a small market town with a weekly Farmers Market selling excellent locally produced fare - it also gets a great write up in the 2010 Lonely Planet Guide and is one of the top places in the United Kingdom to celebrate New Year!Special Treats / child mindingOn request and with notice, child minding or baby sitting can be arranged as well as the renowned Dr Hauschka luxury beauty treatments - a relaxing treat in the comfort of your cottage with breathtaking panoramic views near Abereiddy Beach. Zap Cats a Big Blue Experience, NewgaleExperience the thrill of an adrenaline fuelled blast around the bay in a very fast very wet boat designed for surf rescue in South Africa. Fly Wales, Haverfordwest AirportSee fabulous Pembrokeshire's rugged coastline and rolling hills from a different perspective. Ultimate sightseeing form the air 7 days a week. Spring Meadow Farm Shop near Caerfarchell, SolvaWhile in Pembrokeshire feast on delicious healthy locally grown produce harvested daily. The Spring Meadow shop is listed in Rick Stein's Food Heros and in A Culinary Journey with John Pressdee. Hilton Court Garden and Crafts, RochA world of beautiful crafts including pottery, photography and gift shop and a spectacular 12 acre garden with lakes and woodland. Enjoy a meal in the restaurant or a snack in the tearoom. East Nolton Riding StablesExperience the thrill of galloping across the beach or trekking through the lovely Pembrokeshire countryside with East Nolton Riding stables. Family FunEnjoy days out at Folly Farm, the Blue Lagoon water park, Heatherton Sports Park, the Dinosaur Park, Manor Wildlife Park, West Wales Karting, Hangar Five trampoline park, Scolton Manor Museum and Country Park or Dr Beynon's Bug Farm and Grub Kitchen. Dog friendly luxury north Pembrokeshire coastal cottage for fulfilling year round holidays.

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