Our Escapes

Discover more about our spaces. We constantly update this page, but if you still can’t find what you’re looking for, please feel free to get in touch with us – we will be more than happy to help.

y Cwt Cwtch, the shepherds hut

Our shepherds hut, Y Cwt Cwtch (roughly translates to 'the cuddle hut') is a single self-contained space with hot water, electricity, a log fire and an electric heater. 

You will find a dining table and seating area and the built-in double bed folds out from the wall behind, all bedding and linen provided.

The compact kitchen space features an oven with grill and 2 hobs, kettle, Belfast sink, a small fridge (with welsh milk), Kitchen cupboards (with crockery, cutlery, utensils and a few essentials) and recycling and food bins. 

The en-suite bathroom has a magically lit mirror, toilet, shower, essential toiletries and a hair dryer is provided .

Blankets, Candles and a firepit are also provided for your use.

The Summerhouse, Spiggy Holes, is a single, self-contained space with hot water, electricity, and FAR Infrared heating (like sitting out in the heat of the direct sun).

You enter in to the Sleeping/living area comprising of a bijou table and two chairs which can also be used outside on the decking, a comfy double bed, an ensuite bathroom and separate kitchen area.   

The compact kitchen space features an oven with grill and 2 hobs, kettle, sink, a small fridge (with welsh milk), small pantry cupboard, crockery, cutlery, utensils and a few essentials and food and recycling bins.

Blankets, Candles and a firepit are also there for your use.

Out and about

Yes, this is a real picture of the approach to Newgale Beach!

'The waves dotted with wet-suit clad surfers, the expansive sands of Newgale Beach, the coastal footpath threaded out across the headland… it’s easy to see why Ian and Liz fell in love with this part of St Brides Bay years ago'. 

Hillcroft  is less than two miles back from the beach, our Pembrokeshire home is not only a seaside haven for our family but also a handy home-from-home for others, with a cosy shepherd’s hut and Summerhouse open for business in the meadow beyond, perfect for a break away in Pembrokeshire. 

From Hillcroft It's roughly a mile to the coastal path, actually a leisurely 35–45 minute walk and you are on Newgale beach, which takes just 5 minutes in the car. It's no more than a 10-minute drive to the pretty harbour village of Solva and less than 20 minutes to the diminutive 'city' of St Davids.   All three are a must during your stay, with St Davids a great choice for an afternoons exploring, finishing at one of the many excellent eateries for dinner. 

From Penycwm it's easy to hop onto the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and walk along the back of Newgale bay to Nolton Haven, where there is another small nook of a beach, with expansive sands at low tide. In the opposite direction, the path brings you round dramatic headlands and bluffs to the harbour of Solva. 

Using the Puffin bus service makes one-way walks easy, with regular buses running throughout the main summer season (less frequent, but still running, during our off peak season). 

There are heaps of other great beaches all the way around St Bride's Bay and beyond – Broad Haven, Little Haven and Marloes to name a few – making surfing and water sports an obviously popular activity. The local area has surf shops with equipment for hire, and there are plenty of local providers hosting sessions and tuition for Coasteering, surfing, stand-up paddle boarding (SUPing), sea kayaking and wind-surfing.

Need more inspiration? http://www.visitpembrokeshire.com/explore-pembrokeshire/

Food & Drink

If you're down at Newgale beach there are a couple of decent cafés overlooking the sands, along with a pub, pop-up food outlets and even a hardware store. The local village of Solva has a convenience store and one or two places to eat – also at Roch try The Victoria Inn (01437 710426) for great food and a their own locally brewed pint, be spoilt for choice in Solva, the Harbour, Ship, Hats & Barrel or The Cambrian pubs, the excellent 35 Main Street which is also licensed, MamGu (01437 454369) for amazing Welsh cakes and breakfasts. St Davids is worth the extra couple of minutes in the car if you want more choice. Travel to the Druidstone Hotel (01437 781221), past Newgale, for the best of bohemian experiences and stunning views while you dine. In that same direction explore Nolton, Broad and Little havens for a variety of of choice.

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