The Grove, Holiday Cottage St Ishmaels, near Dale, Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, bathrooms

The Grove is a super original stone cottage, set on a quiet lane in the heart of the village of St Ishmaels near the stunning Cleddau estuary and only a 10 minute walk from Lindsway beach. Dating back to the mid-1880s, it has been beautifully renovated, steps or a ramp lead up to this  comfortable holiday cottage, with slate floors throughout, the galley-style fitted kitchen is well-equipped and there is a shower room on the ground floor, useful for washing away the sand from a day spent on the nearby beaches.The spacious sitting/dining room with a wood burning stove for a cosy feel leads out via the front door to the garden with the gravel patio, a perfect sheltered spot to enjoy an alfresco meal and 3 steps lead up to the lawned garden giving space for children to play. Cottage stairs from the sitting room lead up to the bedrooms and a bathroom above with exposed beams, all with views over the garden to the fields beyond.Conveniently located near the picturesque Cleddau estuary, bird and wildlife enthusiast will be in their element, with a host of footpaths to wander, as well as those who just love messing around on the water, the ample parking at the cottage makes it ideal for guests with boats and water sport equipment. There is a garden centre at the edge of the village with a popular café, Nic's cafe, they do takeaway sandwiches for picnics etc or enjoy a drink in the local Sports club, both within walking distance.The nearest beach, Lindsway, is just a 10-15 minute walk away or stroll past the 12th century Church, through a wooded valley to Monk Haven cove. It was here pilgrims would come ashore on their way to St Davids. There are a host of other wonderful beaches to explore all within a short drive including Sandy Haven, Marloes Sands, Musslewick, West Dale and St Brides beach, while Martins Haven is the embarkation point for the boats to the island of Skomer, this trip to see the Puffins is sure to be the highlight of any holiday. Take to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path to explore this glorious coastline on foot, The Gann or Pickelridge as it is also known is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, overlooking this tidal estuary, birdwatchers will be enthralled with regular sightings of shelduck, oystercatchers, snipe, and redshank to name but a few. The nearby coastal village of Dale attracts visitors all year round with its sheltered harbour making it ideal for sailing and water sports, there is even a hire centre to help get you started. Enjoy a meal  at the renowned Griffin Inn situated next to the water serving locally caught seafood, while there is also the Boathouse Cafe Moorings restaurant and Coco’s Brasserie at Dale Yacht Club. An ideal holiday home for just a couple or family to explore this beautiful part of West Pembrokeshire.