We had a great stay, all we could have asked for. We have stayed in the area on many occasions, but this is the first time in the centre, and it has been excellent, the cottage is a little beauty. It has been completed to a high standard and has lovely touches, we loved the use of local materials and artists works. It is a great base for walking and cycling, we have not used the car for the week.
Mrs Lennon, Cardiff, Jan 2013
“Wonderful place, plenty of room, wish we had stayed longer”
This is a great cottage in St. Davids, conveniently located, and near most everything. Spectacular walking very near, and good public transport. i would return and stay for a month anytime!
By the way, the cathedral is amazing, and the evensong service, with choir, inspiring.
Judith March, Longmont, Colorado, USA, Sep 2012
“living up to its name !!!”
Bwthyn clyd really portrays its name.Roedd y bwthyn yn glyd,yn gysurus yn gynnes a glan.Diolch yn fawr.
Stella hughes
Stella Hughes, Mar 2012
"Beautiful cottage in a central location"
This beautiful home is located in a central location close to all amenities, pub, restaurants and shops. The cottage itself is beautifully styled and maintained. There are touches throughout that support the immediate and local environments e.g soft furnisings from local woollen mills, pictures from the local art gallery and mugs from the gift shop.A real home from home.
Clare, Nov 2011
"Great location, warm and welcoming, fabulous coastal walks"
Wonderful cottage, more than met our expectations. Very welcoming and homely feel. Great location for access to coast. We were walking the coastal path and very impressed with the excellent shuttle bus services from St Davids to coast
Susan, Oct 2011
"Perfect coastal retreat"
I really can't recommend this cottage highly enough, perfectly located for the cycle network, coastal path and beaches, as well as all the pubs and restaurant of St Davids.
The cottage its self is wonderful; clean, well equipped and stylishly decorated. Five stars!
Jude, Oct 2011
"Excellent all-round cottage"
Cottage is in excellent location in St Davids; it is fully equipped - much better than the standard holiday rental; car parking pass is an added bonus. The location is very close to the centre of the city, the supermarkets and the all-important coastal bus service. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in Pembrokeshire
Wendy, Jul 2011
"Comfortable,clean and well equipped."
We were warmly welcomed by the owners, who showed us around the property. It is very well equipped,comfortable and in a beautiful location. There are so many places nearby to visit. We found the local people helpful and friendly and would not hesitate to recommend this place to our friends.
David a Joy Pierrepont, Jul 2011
"Cosy cottage lives up to it's name."
We had a lovely personal welcome from the owners who encouraged us to ring them at home if we had any problem at all. Fortunately we didn't, the cottage was very clean & couldn't have been more central. We were concerned about traffic noise at night, but we didn't hear a thing through the thick stone walls. A cottage to remember
Mike and Jenny, Oct 2010
Excellent cottage warm and welcoming. Convenient for all area of North Pembs coast. The back allowed for a relaxing breakfast and morning and everyone had a sense of relief arriving back at the cottage after the days out. Diolch o galon.
Lynn Edwards and family, Carmarthen., Sep 2010
The only fault with coming here is going home again. The cottage was fantastic as usual. Thank You.
Robert and Jane Chambers, Gloucs, Aug 2010
We had a fabulous time, and thank you for the fresh mackerel.
David, Mat and Stella, Jun 2010
I would definitely recommend this cottage. My daughter and her children thought it had the 'waw' factor or should I say X factor.
Anon, Jun 2010
A perfect cottage in a perfect location.
Mr and Mrs Pitts., May 2010
We had a great time, thank you. Super Cottage.
Gavin and Hannah, Oct 2009
Excellent, a very welcoming cottage, everything was perfect! (Best we’ve stayed in and we’ve stayed in quite a few). Made our holiday all we could wish for. Thank you
Cathy and Alistair, Jul 2009
Bwthyn Clyd luxury holiday cottage, St Davids is located in the centre of the smallest city in Britain. This is however a city centre location unlike any other. Across the road from the holiday cottage, St Davids' famous 12th century Cathedral and ruined Bishops Palace take pride of place. It was reported that two pilgrimages to St Davids equalled one to Rome, and three pilgrimages equalled one to Jerusalem. These days St Davids has many restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops and is a beautiful and unique city surrounded by some of the finest coastline in Europe.
The city of St Davids lies next to the River Alun and is located on the St David's peninsula. Granted city status by Queen Elizabeth II because of the presence of the cathedral, St Davids is in reality a small beautiful village. Situated within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, St Davids is renowned for its beauty and abundance of wildlife.
Whitesands Bay, one of the many beautiful beaches in the area, carries the prestigious European Blue Flag Award. St Davids Cathedral has been the dominant presence since the 12th century and was a popular pilgrimage destination throughout the Middle Ages and indeed remains so to this day attracting thousands of visitors every year. Adjacent to the cathedral stand the magnificent ruins of the medieval Bishops Palace. The city of St Davids has a great deal to offer visitor. Many people have fallen to the charm of St Davids including current New Zealand rugby Coach Graham Henry who lists St Davids as his favourite place in the World.
Solva lies only a few miles to the East and is known as the jewel of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, and is situated on the beautiful West Wales coast. An ideal location for walking, sailing, fishing or simply relaxing amongst the shops, galleries and restaurants set in beautiful scenery. It lies on a deep ravine at the mouth of the River Solva, consisting of a long street ending at the small harbour. You will find several local pubs providing great food and atmosphere, there is also a local shop that includes a post office, news agent and many holiday items such as fishing tackle and beach items. From Solva harbour you can take a boat trip to view the local wildlife or even a fishing trip to catch some fresh fish for a nice BBQ. Quay jumping is a favourite past time of local children, as is crab fishing. Sailboat and water activity courses can also be booked from the quay.
Ramsey Island is also well worth a visit during your stay at Bwthyn Clyd holiday cottage, St Davids, Pembrokeshire. It is a dramatic off-shore island, a mile off Pembrokeshire’s coast. The island covers approx 600 acres and features 400ft high cliffs, which teem with breeding seabirds and is now owned Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Ramsey Island is accessible by a regular boat service from St Justinian’s, which crosses the spectacular Ramsey sound, with its infamous and treacherous reef, known as the Bitches. The island is home to several thousand seabirds in the season, including razor-bills, kittiwakes, fulmers, chough, guilliemot, raven, peregrine and puffin. The caves s and beaches around Ramsey are breeding grounds for the largest concentration of grey seals who give birth to over 400 white coated pups during the Autumn.
Beaches
Whitesands - The blue-flagged Whitesands Bay is a popular family beach because of its safe swimming and clean white sand. It is also regarded as one of Wales’ top surf-spots. 2 miles
Caerfai Bay – Caerfai is a lovely sandy beach perfect for families. Its position provides shelter from the prevailing winds. 0.5 miles
Newgale - It's a magnificent two mile long stretch of wide flat sand with a huge pebble bank behind it. Powerful swells roll in here at all times of the year. 5 miles
Caerbwdi Beach – Beautiful rocky beach perfect for snorkelling. The rocks here are red sandstone and it is from here that the rock was quarried for St Davids Cathedral. 0.5 miles
Water Sports
TYF Adventure includes canoeing, kayaking, coastering and much more. 0.5 miles
Walking
Whether you’re after a gentle stroll or a week-long hike it’s right on your doorstep, and a watering hole to quench your thirst is never far away. Pembrokeshire Coastal Path. 0.5 miles
Fishing
Only a short walk from the cottage there are many coves and rocky marks that provide superb Sea fishing, including some of the best Bass fishing in the UK. 0.5 miles. Solva Boat Trips - Fishing and Sightseeing trips from Solva Harbour. 2 miles
Golf
Only 2 miles from the cottage St David's City is one of three distinctive nine-hole gems that exist along the twenty-mile stretch of the North Pembrokeshire coast. 2 miles
Cycling
National Cycle Route 4 (or NCR 4) runs directly in front of the cottage and actually runs from London to Fishguard. Mainly on quiet country roads. 0 miles.
For off road cycling Llys-Y-Fran is a large country park just outside Haverfordwest. 29 miles
Pony trekking
St Davids Trekking provides horse riding in the St Davids area on a Gypsy Vanner, through valleys and meadows for a paddle in the sea or a splash in the river. 0.5 miles.
Located in the Centre of Wales and Britain’s smallest city, Bwthyn Clyd holiday cottage, St Davids is just yards from the square, the glorious Cathedral, restaurants, shops, pubs and galleries. The Pembrokeshire coastal path is only a 10 minute walk from the cottage, while Whitesands beach and the small fishing villages of Porthgain and Solva are only a short drive or bus ride away.
Ground Floor
Bwthyn Clyd holiday cottage, St Davids has been stylishly renovated and carefully restored to a superb standard it has kept all the original character and has Welsh oak floors throughout.
Living room - includes 2 comfortable sofas, wood burner, CD, DVD player and freeview TV.
Open plan kitchen and dining area - table and chairs and shaker style fully fitted kitchen including microwave and washing machine.
Utility room – Cwtch dan staer (Cupboard under the stairs) for additional storage.
Upstairs
2 bedrooms - one with ornate double bed and wardrobe and a second, twin bedroom.
Bathroom – Stylish bathroom with roll top bath and shower cubicle.
Gallery Landing –with storage space
Garden
Paved with traditional 19th Century slabs, Bwthyn Clyd holiday cottage, St Davids has a courtyard style area with table, chairs and a bbq.
Additional Information
Bed linen and hairdryer provided
Heating and electricity included
Cot and High chair provided. Please bring your own cot bedding with you.
Please bring your own towels as they are not provided.
Quality towels available as an option. Cost £10 per week.
Comprehensive information pack awaits your arrival
No pets or smoking.
Private off road parking included, although it is possible to stay without a car at this centrally located holiday cottage, St Davids.
