Guests say
Trewrach Cottage is highly praised for its peaceful and beautiful setting, abundant wildlife, and proximity to beaches and walks. Guests appreciate the well-furnished and spacious accommodation, the engaging birdlife, and the private woodland leading to a cove. The games room is a hit for entertainment, and the hosts are commended for their warmth and knowledge.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as clean and fresh, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating a high standard maintained by the hosts.
The location is celebrated for its tranquillity, wildlife, and easy access to the beach and coastal paths, making it an ideal retreat for nature lovers and those seeking solitude.
Reviews frequently mention the cottage's cosiness, underfloor heating, and comfortable furnishings, suggesting a very comfortable stay for guests.
The property boasts a well-equipped games room and well-maintained gardens. However, the lack of a fully enclosed garden for dogs and the difficulty with grocery delivery access slightly impacts the score.
While the hosts are noted for their friendliness and helpfulness, there are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would fall under 'thoughtfulness'. Therefore, this score cannot be accurately provided.
About this property
Resting just a short distance away from the breath-taking Pembrokeshire coastline is Trewrach Cottage, an exceptional 400-year-old cottage on the outskirts of Dinas Cross. With its excellent position, this holiday home is a rare find for families of all ages, beachcombers, avid ramblers and those alike to call home, as they explore the majestic beauty of South Wales. Savour your picturesque surroundings, where you are sure to catch a glimpse of kites, buzzards, kestrels and hawks flying over the neighbouring fields before heading inside the cosy cottage. Be welcomed into the sitting room, where the inglenook fireplace, complete with an ancient stone bread oven and woodburning stove take centre stage before the sumptuous seating arrangement and TV. After resting those post walk-soles on the sofa and relishing in the warmth of the fire, slip through the doors to find the well-equipped kitchen, boasting an array of quality appliances for the chef of the group to rustle up tasty home-cooked dishes. While eating and relaxing over a bottle of your favourite wine, watch the numerous birds eat just 2m from the kitchen door, where the badger visits and can be seen eating just a foot away most evenings. For a fun-filled evening, be sure to make the most of the games room, complete with a pool table, table football and table tennis or simply get lost within that book you have been meaning to read in front of the fire. Once the evening has drawn to a close, catch your rest within one of the two bedrooms, comprising of a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, both served by a family bathroom with a shower over bath, basin and WC. The garden at Trewrach Cottage has been designed as an extension of the house itself, where you can spend sunny afternoons on the large patio area as something tasty sizzles on the barbecue and you enjoy the company of family and friends. Additionally, there is a large lawn area for your canine companions to explore, as well as a nearby woodland to meander for a change of scenery. A relaxing 10 minute, after dinner stroll through the woods along the river bank will take you to Aber Bach, a quite family beach, away from the crowds. Venture into the center of Dinas Cross where you'll find a handy petrol station and convenience store where you can pick up any forgotten essentials for your staycation, along with a traditional village pub, The Ship Aground, where you can indulge in a bite to eat in a welcoming atmosphere, cosying up around the homely log fire. Explore the picturesque delights of the nearby area and head to Dyffryn Fernant Garden, where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll through six acres of breath-taking varied landscape, including a bog garden and a fernery. The world renowned Ffald y Brenin Christian retreat is just a further 10 minutes’ drive. Head to the coast and spend the day at Pwllgwaelod Beach, a small cove decorated with a mixture of sand and shingle, enveloped by towering cliffs and boasting panoramic views across the stunning coastline. Ideal parking for a coastal walk around Dinas Island to the quaint village of Cwm yr Eglwys. Return to the Sailor Safety pub at Pellgwaelod for a well-deserved fresh lobster meal. Travel further afield to the nearby town of Fishguard, home to a selection of shops and eateries, as well as a host of sights and attractions worth visiting, including Fishguard Fort, dating back to the 18th century and the marine wildlife exhibitions on display at The Ocean Lab. For places of interest further afield and to save a day’s visit to the tourist information centre there are information leaflets of all the “places of interest” in North & South Pembrokeshire, together with location maps, which are numbered to correspond with the leaflets, making them so easy to find. Also, information on local walks and a folder with “dog friendly” restaurant & pub menus. For an unforgettable getaway to the stunning Pembrokeshire coast, choose Trewrach Cottage.
The scattered village of Dinas Cross has a well stocked mini market store and a pub, and nestles between the Preseli Mountains and the wonderful Pembrokeshire Coast Path. Pwll Gwaelod and Cwm-Yr-Eglwys beaches are both minutes away, both with breathtaking scenery offering the opportunity for tranquil days in perfect settings, and are almost unnoticed by the general public unless they leave the main route through the village, with there being a petrol station, two pubs a fish and chip shop, as well as a restaurant down at Pwll Gwaelod beach. Nearby Newport is a quirky seaside town steeped in history, with various shops, tea rooms and pubs and is also a great place to go boating. With castles, mills, craft centres and golf courses galore scattered all over this beautiful Welsh county, this is the perfect base for a break all year round.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility cupboard.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
External games room
Oil central heating and underfloor heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV and WiFi.
Travel cot and highchair.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Private patio area with table, chairs and barbecue, as well as large lawn area.
Games room with table tennis, pool table, football table and dart board.
Two pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Shop and pub 1.4 miles.
Note: There are external steps down to the property.
Note: 4pm check-in.
Note: There is a good housekeeping bond of £100
Nearby points of interest
- Blue Lagoon
Reviews (22)
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Ali
The cottage itself is beautiful, it's well worth venturing into the woodland and stream behind the property, which feels like a fairy glenn. We took daily walks to the local cove alone the main path and each day saw a seal! The local wildlife here is fantastic. At the cottage we saw a wide variety or birds, a visiting fox, a toad and the icing on the cake, a badger! Make sure to leave the nuts along the patio each night to have chance at a glimpse of him/her. The games room was an added bonus, my partner and I enjoyed more than a few games of pool, table tennis and darts. We met Huw, the owner who was lovely and welcoming and clearly very proud of all the work that has gone into the cottage and gardens. And rightly so! Local places we can reccomend a visit to that are dog friendly: Fishguard fort (very small walk but worth a look,we combined this with a mooch around Fishguard and the harbour) Castell Henleys Iron Age Village, The coastal path near the cottage, Tenby (an hours drive, but worth it) and New Quay (about an hours drive as well but we went on a boat trip and managed to see a pod of dolphins). All in all a wonderful week! We well most certainly be returning! Thank you!
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Nick
The cottage had everything you could need and alot more. Beautiful secluded location, but still close to local shops. The walk through the woodland at the end of the garden to the beach was stunning. We were kept busy feeding the birds, badger and fox that visited the bird table on the patio, to be able to watch a badger every evening was delightful. Our hosts were friendly and helpful, happy to share the history of the cottage and local area. Looking forward to a return visit next year.
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Lewis
The cottage is in a very secluded and peaceful place. It really felt like you were away from everything whilst being within driving distance of towns and beaches. There was lots of wildlife and the fox and badger visited every evening. The games room was a bonus during wet weather. Huw (owner) was very friendly and approachable but not intrusive at all. We would definitely return and recommend to others.