For Shimmering Surf and Golden Sands Choose a Cottage Holiday in Pembrokeshire and South Wales

The beautiful beaches and rolling countryside of Pembrokeshire and South Wales make the region one of Wales’ most popular holiday destinations. From the staggeringly beautiful coastlines of Pembrokeshire to the rolling pastures of Carmarthenshire, ‘The Garden of Wales’, our range of holiday cottages in South Wales brings limitless possibilities. Relax amid the region’s soft landscapes or indulge in its local delicacies – on holiday in South Wales you’ll enjoy a hearty welcome.

Welsh Country Cottages with Nature on the Doorstep

From our range of cottages in South Wales, you’ll find fertile farmlands and exquisite gardens to explore. Carmarthenshire is rich in wild flowers and plants, and here you can discover The National Botanical Gardens of Wales, or stunning gardens such as Aberglasney in Llangathen and Norwood in Llanllwni. Your holiday here puts the enchanting forests of Brechfa and Crychan on the itinerary, for woodland strolls or more active pursuits. Brechfa in particular is home to one of the best mountain bike trails in the world, the Gorlech Trail, and is extremely popular for cycling short breaks.

Or if you prefer expansive coastlines, choose a short break or long stay in Pembrokeshire, the UK’s only coastal National Park. From cottages here you can enjoy sandy beaches, imposing cliffs, wooded estuaries and wild inland hills. Regular visitors to its shores include dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks, Atlantic grey seals and leatherback turtles. Or search for Jurassic sea creatures along the golden sands of Glamorgan Heritage Coast. From a cottage near the Black Mountains of the Brecon Beacons you can explore impressive sandstone bluffs such as Pen Y Fan, or spectacular waterfalls around Fforest Fawr.

Accommodation with Nature on the Doorstep

Choose from ancient shepherd’s cottages to eclectic chapels for a holiday home that brings history to life. And in a region as rich in heritage as South Wales, your holiday can be filled with historical adventures. Whether you want to walk in the footsteps of the ancients, among the many field monuments of the Brecon Beacons, or investigate Carmarthenshire’s many impressive castles, you’ll find our range of cottages offers endless choice.

The South Wales Valleys are where rail transport was invented, while nearby Methyr Tydfil is where the Industrial Revolution began. You’ll find no end of heritage centres and places of interest to investigate. A trip down the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal gives a more tranquil way to digest this chapter of history, and makes a great day out during any cottage holiday. On holiday in Carmarthenshire, don’t overlook the Gower Heritage Centre, based around an 800-year old water-powered corn mill, or for a magical day out try Merlin’s Hill Centre in Abergwili, a farm steeped in history and shrouded in mystery, where you can walk in the footsteps of the great wizard to visit the Iron Age hill fort.

Choose a Cottage Holiday for Culture and Cuisine

Food lovers delight on a cottage holiday in South Wales. Apart from the freshest local seafood, which you’ll find in abundance at the region’s many welcoming eateries, there’s a host of local delicacies to make the most of your self catering facilities. Whether you’re seeking Carmarthenshire Ham or Celtic Promise Cheese, the best place to look is the Carmarthen Indoor Market, the oldest and most interesting in the county. For a healthy dose of culture on your holiday, look no further than the Hay Festival of Literature, in May/June, or the Brecon Jazz Festival in August. In fact, throughout the spring and summer the whole region comes alive with a varied programme of arts events. Rent a cottage in Pembrokeshire to enjoy either the Jazz and Blues Festival in August, or the Fishguard Festival in May, an annual celebration of folk music, song and dance, and the perfect highlight to any weekend break.

Holiday Homes near the Highlights and Hotspots

From paint-balling to pink flamingos and from go-karting to goldmines, you’ll find no end of family fun on a cottage holiday in South Wales. Enjoy seaside fun on the beaches of Tenby, or go horse riding amid the Brecon Beacons, there’s something for everyone in this beguiling region. The adventurous can experience the adrenaline rush of Megafobia, at Oakwood Theme Park in Pembrokeshire, or for life in the fast lane visit the Pendine Museum of Speed in Carmarthenshire.

Take gentle strolls over the cliff tops of Pembrokeshire, or get active underground at the National Showcaves in Carmarthenshire. However you choose to spend your South Wales cottage holiday, we know you’ll find your own special moments, and take them home as unforgettable memories.

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