Lower Porthmawr, Holiday Cottage Whitesands Bay, near St Davids, Sleeps 5, 2 bedrooms, bathrooms

Lower Porthmawr is a beautifully restored stone cottage, one of two set up an unmade lane in the enviable position above the famous Whitesands beach with the most stunning panoramic views over the beach and St Brides Bay towards Ramsey Island.Beautifully and sympathetically renovated, it won a National Master Builders Award, many original features have been retained and the furnishings compliment its traditional feel with slate flagged floors and beams throughout. Most rooms offer wonderful sea views, the comfortable sitting room has a welcoming wood burning stove for those chillier evenings, while the kitchen/diner retains its rustic feel with an inglenook, a traditional dresser and Belfast sink yet with all mod-cons, enjoy meals round the Farmhouse table.The Victorian-style bathroom has the most super views over Whitesands, relax and soak away the aches and pains in the roll-top bath, while the galley-style utility area is very practical, there is even a bucket and outside tap provided for washing off your surfing and outside gear. Stairs from the sitting room lead to the two bedrooms nestling in the eaves with A-frame beams and vaulted ceilings, the low sash windows offer wonderful far reaching views over the bay and the traditional metal framed beds ensure a good night's sleep.From the front of the cottage, steps or a slope lead down to a paved terrace a sheltered spot to enjoy a barbecue on a summer’s evening, the views are amazing, watch the waves crash on the sandy beach below or Carn Llidi reaches up behind you, gather around the fire pit and prepare to be mesmerised by the stars, the dark skies are very special here. Set in the heart of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, spend your days on Whitesands Beach, within walking distance, popular with families and water sports enthusiasts, surfers both beginners and professional are drawn to this famous beach. Perfect for keen walkers with the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, a few minutes from your door, the best way to appreciate this coastline is on foot, take advantage of the Puffin Shuttle bus for a lift back or head up Carn Llidi, the sunsets are very special and well worth the climb.The tiny City of St Davids is only a 5 minute drive away, visit the Cathedral and ruins of the Bishops Palace, while there are a choice of restaurants, pubs, galleries and shops to explore. Book a boat trip to Ramsey Island or around Skomer, the seal pups in September are an extra special treat. If you can tear yourself away from Whitesands, there are a number of special seaside villages and beaches to visit including Abereiddy and the Blue Lagoon, Porthgain and Trefin or in the opposite direction the picturesque harbour village of Solva and Newgale beach.Lower Porthmawr is a wonderful traditional cottage in an enviable position to which you are sure to want to return.Shares the same location as 23617 The Roost and can be booked together to sleep 10.