Escape to Llawhaden, the heart of Pembrokeshire and unwind in this charming cottage. Enjoy a log burner in the sitting room or retreat with a good book to the reading room, perfect for families and friends. With two double rooms upstairs, a downstairs double room with its own shower room plus more bedrooms you'll feel right at home.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Escape to Pembrokeshire! Charming, spacious cottage - well located for exploring
Come to the heart of Pembrokeshire and enjoy all the treasures - castles, coast, countryside, attractions, shopping and food - you will love your stay at our charming cottage. Perfect for families and friends, it is comfortable, well equipped and spacious - you'll feel immediately at home. This split level cottage has two double rooms upstairs, with a shared bathroom, a downstairs double room with its own shower room, plus a room with 2 single beds, a kitchenette and a small bathroom. You can eat in the dining room or al fresco on the terrace, taking in the splendid rural views - and then cosy up by the log burner in the sitting room, or retreat with a good book to the reading room. The sunny kitchen, with a range cooker, is wonderful for breakfast and casual meals. The pretty garden is tiered and sloping - it is unfenced, but private. 2 cots and 2 highchairs available for little ones.
Heading out? The quaint town of Narberth with its lovely shops and cafes is a few miles away, as is Bluestone/Blue Lagoon, Oakwood roller coasters and Folly Farm. For the beach, you can easily reach Saundersfoot, Tenby and Manorbier - or head to firm favourites Freshwater West and Newgale. You can hike along the stunning Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, or to get away from it all, you can explore the Preseli Mountains. And after you've explored Llawhaden Castle -literally on your doorstep - you will want to head to Carew Castle and Pembroke Castle to experience the rich history of this area.
Llawhaden is a small, tranquil village, conveniently situated a mile or so from the A40. It is on the 'Landsker Line' - a term that was used to describe the boundary between the Welsh and English speaking parts of Pembrokeshire. Llawhaden Castle is one a number of castles that sits on that frontier - a fascinating bit of history.
House layout: Ground floor: steps up to Porch; Utility room with washing machine and fridge/freezer; Kitchen with range cooker, microwave, and dishwasher; Dining room; Lavatory; Double Bedroom; Shower room; Family Room with 2 singles Bathroom with small bath.
Lower ground floor: stairs from dining room lead down to a large sitting room with log burner and an adjoining reading room. French windows lead out to the terrace, with steps down to the garden.
First floor: kingsize bedroom with lovely rural views; double bedroom with double and single bed. Bathroom with bath and shower.
Outside: unfenced sloping, tiered garden. Parking for two cars.
One dog allowed - please do refer to the rules.
Owner lives in the village.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 step to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
One dog permitted. You must pick up all dog mess. Do not allow your dog on furniture or upstairs. bring your dog blankets/bed. Thank you.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Escape to Pembrokeshire! Charming, spacious cottage - well located for exploring pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Escape to Pembrokeshire! Charming, spacious cottage - well located for exploring?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Escape to Pembrokeshire! Charming, spacious cottage - well located for exploring?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Escape to Pembrokeshire! Charming, spacious cottage - well located for exploring located?
Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Holgan Farm Fishery and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Steep Ravine and Blue Lagoon Water Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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The house is great, clean and cozy. We enjoyed the the time with three generations without being limited in space.
The landlord was very nice and cared about everything.
We can absolutely recommend this house!
A delightful, spacious, comfortable, well-equipped cottage with great views over Pembrokeshire hills. With four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and large living room and kitchen and dining room, it's easy to spread out, and a great place to be stuck indoors if the weather isn't cooperative. Totally quiet and peaceful.Llawhaden Castle, only a short walk away, is evocative, with a different feel in different lighting and weather, and usually one has it to oneself. Easy drives to other places. We particularly liked St David's Cathedral, and Haverfordwest is nice to walk around (and for groceries).Jess was a great hostess, always responsive and helpful. Figs and apples from her own trees were a nice touch in the welcome package.This is a truly special place, and we really hope to be able to return.
Property was quite isolated, with no services in the village. We tried to establish this before going but, despite having paid in full, VRBO absolutely refused to help, repeatedly referring us to the "three-day" system, which, for us, was totally unsatisfactory, and would have received no more than one star if the question had been asked. We found that VRBO were very difficult to contact and quite unhelpful when contact was eventually made - just citing three days repeatedly.
The property was fine (very well equipped, etc.) but VRBO were very difficult to get help from.
This property was perfect for us, plenty of space, amenties and very homely. The setting was perfect, it even has a ruined castle in the village. Jess, the property owner, was very friendly and was very easy to contact and gave us loads of information of places we could visit as a family. It all made for a great visit 😊
The house turned out to be perfect for two families, one with a small baby, who had their separate 'wing', so everyone slept undisturbed. The house is very tidy, yet comfy, with a fabulous kids' playroom with amazing vintage toys, and great for playing hide and seek! Beds were very comfy and showers amazing.
The house is perfectly located for exploring South, North and West, and communication with Jess was very straightforward.
Plenty of space for us. We were two families of four and, with four bedrooms, three bathrooms (and an extra toilet) there was a lot of amenity. Relieved that the Aga in the kitchen pic was replaced with a similar-looking but simpler stove with induction hobs.
Great views from the garden to the hills beyond, could even make out the theme park rides in the distance. Some lovely local walks.
Great if you're outdoorsy, in the hamlet of Llawhaden - no local shop or inn - which suited us fine. Narberth was a short drive away, well stocked with all the shops we needed. The south and west coasts of this gorgeous part of Wales were easy to reach.
A great find.
I was so happy and peaceful at this wonderful home I found it difficult to leave and am looking forward to staying there again soon.
Thank you so much for sharing your family home with us!!
Fondly,,
Trisha Woolen
A very spacious and comfortable property which was ideal for a family of 5 adults and 2 children. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t good but we managed trips to beaches, Tenby and St David’s. The children enjoyed the Dinosaur Park and Clerkenhill Farm which were close by.
The property was well situated with good local walks and runs and great beaches about 40 minutes. Narberth was a great place to pick up supplies and go for coffee. The property was well presented, versatile Nd comfortable. The kitchen was well-equipped.
Lovely house, great location. We were worried it might be a bit far from beach , shops etc but it was a very easy drive to everything we needed and lovely to have some peace and quiet to sit in the garden. Check in was easy and communication swift. Couldn’t be better. Also a lovely surprise to find lots of children’s toys, didn’t need to have brought any!
A real home - comfortable and full of the things that make a place a home rather than just somewhere to stay. Lots of space and equipped with everything you need. Lovely location for enjoying rural Pembrokeshire but within easy driving of all that the coastal path has to offer. Would recommend for those looking for tranquility and comfort away from the bustle of everyday life.
The house is huge with plenty of space for people to spread out. Well equipped in the kitchen & a good number of bathrooms for a large group. Enough parking for 3 cars. Lots of family photos and effects which made it homely as well as interesting. Area is very peaceful, only downside for us was there’s no pub or shop within walking distance but that didn’t spoil our stay. Contact with the owner was great, really helpful and prompt responses. The more eagle-eyed in our group spotted a few corners that would benefit from better cleaning but couldn’t fault beds, bathrooms or kitchen. Would definitely recommend.