About The Smithy
The Smithy is a detached, stone, converted cottage beautifully renovated and restored to give high quality accommodation set on the cliffside in the picturesque harbour village of Abercastle with the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path on your doorstep.
Four steps lead up to this quaint cottage with slate floors and exposed stonework and beams, step into the spacious open plan living space with modern fitted kitchen area, furnished in a charming mix of contemporary and quirky antique pieces with lovely comfortable seating to relax on, while the pretty bedroom reflects the changing colours of the view over the village and sea. Sit on the bench in front of the cottage and watch the world go by as the fisherman land their catch, soak up the wonderful aspect over the inlet and out to sea.
Spend your days exploring the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path to Abermawr and Aberferlin below Trefin where there is a friendly village pub to enjoy a pint. Or further down the coast lies Porthgain and Abereiddy only a short drive away. A delightful cottage for a couple to enjoy a romantic retreat or for a family holiday base whatever the season.
Care needed with children and elderly as some unfenced drops to the front of the cottage.
Amenities
Layout & Facilities
Ground Floor: Open plan lounge/kitchen/diner, double room, bathroom/overhead shower/whb/wc, utility room.
Parking: Space for one car only.
Facilities: Electric double oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV, DVD player, WiFi, towels for hire at £6 per person per week, barbecue, garden furniture.
Pets: 1
Fuel Charges
Heating: Oil under floor heating.
Fuel Charges: Electricity & Oil: Included.
Access Statement
This Access Statement has been prepared by the owner for your information; it is the most recent version that we have received. This statement has been prepared as objectively as possible, however with such a wide remit oversights may be made.
Please ensure all crucial requirements for a safe and enjoyable holiday are present so if you have any queries whatsoever, please do not hesitate to contact us on 01437 767600.
Initial approach is made down an unmade road onto a rough driveway. There is a drop - protected by a picket fence on the seaward side. The front door is the only door for access. There is no telephone but mobiles can usually be operated – but sometimes it requires a short walk up the lane. Light can mostly be operated from the panel just inside the front door – except those for the area upstairs where there is an independent switch at the bottom. The bedroom downstairs has ‘touch’ operated lights. There is public transport from the main road through the village and a leaflet is provided for times. The Fflecsi buses are very useful for walkers. The nearest shop is at ‘The Square and Compass’. Turn right at the top of the tract and drive down through the village and up the hill. Take the first turning to the left and follow the road until you come to a T junction with the main St. David’s road. Turn left and there is a small supermarket and garage a few hundred yards on the right hand side. There is oil under floor heating that does not require adjustment. There is no gas but the cooker is provided with instructions. There is also a microwave. Please feel free to use the barbecue at the back of the house – where the folding drying line is situated outside the bathroom window. Please note the bathroom window cannot be locked as it is a fire escape. There is a cot and highchair on the ‘shelf’ upstairs but mind your heads! The Coastal Path can be reached by walking down the tract in front of the building and there are some really beautiful views. Strictly parking for one car only. Care is needed when parking as shared access must not be blocked.
The Jacobs Family
We love the cottage - it was a stormy week but the underfloor heating kept the cottage warm and cosy. We will definitely return in 2022!
Phyll & Kenny
Lovely cottage & wonderful location. Thanks for having us.
Kirsten & Mark
A lovely relaxing week with mixed bag of weather, but it is November after all! However, the cottage is cosy and well equipped. An added bonus was all of the beautiful walks in all directions from the property. We highly recommend, thank you!
Jon & Carol
The property is in a good location to read, walk and relax!! Diolch/Many thanks.
Helen & Matthew
Thank you for a lovely stay in The Smith! A few showery days but on the whole, lovely weather and we were able to see lot's of seals playing here in the bay. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Mrs Thompson
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this stunning and peaceful location. The cosy cottage had all the creature comforts needed, beautifully restored and with lots of thoughtful basics which one doesn’t always find. Our emergency rations barely touched. Lots of lovely walks from the doorstep and plenty of good tea and watering holes in easy reach (some noted in the visitors book we left an entry in). Hubble would have liked a pub on the doorstep - but you can’t have everything!
Liz & Scooby
Scooby & I had a great week in The Smithy at Abercastle & enjoyed lots of walks. Please pass my thanks on to the owner - it's a lovely dog-friendly cottage in a beautiful place.
Bob and Issy
We just love this wonderful part of Wales. the weather has been fantastic. such a shame we are unable to stay the full week, This cottage has been great we hope to return
Adam and Annette
Another lovely stay in this beautiful cottage, Recommend Cottages Caterers and the Shed in Porthgain, We love Abercastle and hope to return to enjoy the amazing view
Vicki
A perfect holiday cottage, so lovely and clean.We have enjoyed being here. Delicious food at the Shed Porthgain, fresh fish can be bought at St Davids-blue van outside city hall.Loved the damson jam going home to book again for next year
Phil and Gloria
Another enjoyable stay, managed to dodge the showers, thanks for the welsh cakes and jam , nice touch, Hope to come again
Sharon and Mick
Great week lovely cottage have stayed in Abercastle before but first in this cottage.
Carolyn
A truely wonderful week, our first visit to Pembrokeshire but not our last the coastline is magnificent, Nice to have a peaceful setting, the cottage is one of the best, Ruby the dog enjoyed all the walks as we did.Thanks
Mike, kate and Harvey
Cottage so much better than we thought, such a perfect spot to sit outside and watch the world go by.Beautiful area for seeing dolphins and seals plus 3 choughs on the cliffs nearby. making plans to return for sure Linda and John thank you so much
Susan and Will
Great week fab cottage, some lovely walks, good weather would like to return
Bob, Lesley and Dexter
Beautiful location with some lovely walks from the house. weather was kind to us.
Mark and Esther
Thanks for a perfect week in such a lovely cottage. Marys vanilla was delicious as was the damson jam. Thank you we will be back
Wendell and Joan
A very relaxing and enjoyable holiday in such a peaceful location, Thanks for the welsh cakes and jam. Thanks Linda for the use of the loungers
Liz
came with 2 main views to walk the coastal path and do some serious reading-succeeded in both, Therefore an excellent holiday with lovely weather, good walks,wonderful wild flowers, The Smithy is a great holiday cottage.I hope to be back
David and Margaret
Enjoyed our second holiday here even more then the ist. Georgeous weather and lovely walks and the Welsh cakes and plum jam gave us a nice welcome on arrival.
Dan and Ceri
Beautiful birdlife, gorgeous weather and stunning views. Dont want to leave here thanks
Sue , Hugh and Toffee
We have stayed several times now.Highly recommend the walk round Dinas Island from Cwm Y Eglwys, The Shed and the Sloop in Porthgain are great, I love ot here thank you
Stephen and Jane
Thank you Linda for a perfect week.Beautiful coastal wals and exceptional sunsets
Emily and Sean
We have a wonderful week at The Smithy. The weather was has been amazing. We have spent a lot of time on Whitesands Beach, We would recommend the Deli-food and wine store in St Davids for freshly made sandwiches
Susie and Lawrence
What a wonderful week, we spent our first week near Pembroke and cancelled our week in Greece to come here for a another week, No Regrets Thank you
Chalmers family
Our top ten-in no particular order 1)Porthgain to Abereiddy to Pwllcrochen 2)Solva to Pointz castle circular walk 3)seeing puffins and choughs at Martins Haven. 4) The Shed Porthgain lunch and dinner 5) salted caramel ice cream at Gianni's St Davids 6)Cwtch restaurant St Davids 7)St Davids to Porthclais via Caerfai and back to St Davids on Celtic Coastal bus 8) Melin Tregwynt and Solva woollen mills. 9) circular walk from Abercastle to Abermawr 10) The Smithy especially to return to in the evenings sipping wine on the terrace watching the sun go down. Great Holiday
Frances and Dave
lovely cottage with amazing views such a peaceful holiday, Strongly recommend the Shed in Porthgain!!!
Frances and Dave
Mr and Mrs Kingman
What a beautiful location! Such a wonderful cottage to stay in for a romantic honeymoon retreat, Highly recommend eating out at the Shed Porthgain-must book.Fabulous walks around here and we have fallen in love with Wales, Simply gorgeous
Graham and Yvonne
Abercastle is so lovely, Thank you for the welsh cakes
Bab and Issy
We just love this wonderful part of Wales. Our weather has been fantastic such a shame we are unable to whole week. This cottage has been great, we hope to return
Adrian and Annette
Another lovely stay in this beautiful cottage, Recommend cottage caterers and the Shed, We love Abercastle-hope to return and enjoy the amazing view, Thank you
Chris and Aimie
A lovely cottage in a fantastic location with wonderful sea views, We would recommend the Sloop Inn in Porthgain and the Bishops in St Davids, A very enjoybale holiday and we would love to return to Abercastle. Thanks