Harbour House, Aberaeron

Dyfed. Sleeps up to 8

AberaeronThis 'Jewel of the Cardigan Coast' with its Georgian houses is a delight - boutique shops, art galleries, cafes/tea rooms, pubs, a great fish and chip restaurant take-away as well as The Hive, famous for its award winning honey ice cream and lovely home-made produce - the renowned Harbourmasters Hotel is just around the corner!Once a thriving and prosperous fishing port with a shipbuilding industry - some 60 sailing vessels were built here including 35 schooners 'the greyhound of the ocean' - a walk on the historic Town Trail gives a fascinating glimpse into this past, including the origins of the famous Aberaeron Shovel. There is a regular calendar of events during the year to enjoy including a Sea Food Festival, Yachting Regatta, a Beer and Cider Festival, Tug of War, Annual Carnival and Mackerel Festival - the Festival of Welsh Cobs is due to be held again in 2014. Ceredigion Coast Path near Aberaeron town house for holidaysThe Ceredigion Coast Path is virtually on your doorstep - from Cardigan in the South to Yns-las in the North the path runs along the coast past Aberaeron and takes in part of the Marine Heritage Coast - secluded sandy coves, endless golden beaches, undulating clifftop walking where the only sound is the cry of the sea birds and charming fishing villages - spot bottle nose dolphins in the bay along the way!Cei BachThis pretty sheltered sandy beach is good for bathing and has beautiful scenic views - the Coastal Path from Aberaeron to Cei Bach passes over a waterfall as it wends its way along the cliff tops. New QuayThis is a bustling seaside town with picturesque houses, pubs and restaurants clinging to the sides of the hills as they rise above the blue waters of Cardigan Bay above the sandy beaches - great for relaxing, sailing, fishing and water sports. From New Quay's pier, you can see the famous Cardigan Bay dolphins on most days in the summer or take a fishing trip or coastal cruise to truly experience fantastic coastal scenery from a different aspect and perhaps have close encounters with the dolphins, seals, porpoises and sometimes whales!Cwmtydu BeachThis is a tranquil, secluded cove at the end of the Dewi valley. Once the haunt of smugglers, it is now a popular destination for walkers, nature lovers and holidaymakers with caves to explore at low tide and spectacular cliff top views from the Ceredigion Coast Path as it passes through. Llanerchaeron (NT)A cycle ride or walk along the old railway track from Aberaeron takes you to this 18th century Welsh gentry estate. The mansion (designed by John Nash) and gardens are set amidst rolling parkland. There is a service courtyard with dairy, laundry, brewery and salting house and walled kitchen gardens (with produce for sale in season). It is also a working organic farm with Welsh Black cattle, Llanwenog sheep and rare Welsh pigs. A fascinating day out for 8 from the Aberaeron town house with wifi for holidays. LlangrannogThis pretty little sheltered cove is popular with families and has great rock pools with the famous Carreg Bica rock (Devils Tooth) divides its 2 sandy beaches at low tide. Enjoy a drink or food at the Ship Inn overlooking the beach - fabulous sunsets too!CardiganThis is the charming county town with its high street lined with Georgian shop fronts - call in to The Custom House Gallery, visit the indoor market, sample some of the eating places and perhaps see a film or show at Theatr Mwldan which has a constantly changing programme of events. AberystwythThis is a bustling university town with lots of bars and cafes, a sweeping promenade, pier and harbour. The Ceredigion Museum on the high street is a must see as is a visit to the Art Centre and Theatre at the National Library of Wales, with its year round programme of events aDon't miss trip on the longest electric cliff railway in Britain which climbs to the top of Constitution Hill from where there is a fantastic panoramic view, a 'Camera Obscura' and a café. LampeterDrive inland through the glorious rolling countryside ot the Aaron Valley to Lampeter - a traditional Welsh market town with a renowned university, boutique shops, pubs and cafes. Don't miss the Jen Jones Welsh Quilt Centre with her collection of vintage Welsh quilts and blankets - shop open Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11 am - 4.30 pm. Elegant town house on Aberaeron's inner harbour is an ideal home for year round holidays.

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