Would you like to be one of the first to stay at The Durham?
This fabulous new holiday home – in St Brides Bay, South West Wales – is now available for you to book for holidays from spring 2022 onwards.
As we move into late summer, now is the perfect time to book your autumn getaway on the scenic Pembrokeshire coast.
Summer may be our most popular season but those in the know love visiting our spectacular county after the July and August rush.
Our ‘Operation Recuperation’ guests are in for some extra special treats thanks to the generosity of business owners across Pembrokeshire.
If you live in England, you’ll be able to stay in one of our handpicked coastal cottages from Monday 12 April, if health conditions remain favourable.
Our holiday homes have already reopened to guests who live within Wales, and now the Welsh government has revealed when the border between England and Wales can reopen.
Pembrokeshire offers everything you could possibly need for an unforgettable holiday with your family or friends, whether you’re looking for fun, adventure, relaxation – or a combination of all three.
If you’ve been following our support for the Operation Recuperation scheme, you’ll know we’ve donated free cottage stays to 26 frontline healthcare workers.
The wild and rugged Pembrokeshire coast is a must-see destination if you’re a keen stargazer looking for the UK’s top dark-sky viewing spots.
Here, in this beautiful corner of Wales, it’s possible for you to see the spectacle of the Milky Way or the constellations such as Orion with your naked eye.
Update following Wales’ lockdown review on 12 March 2021
As a result of the announcement by the Welsh Government about the easing of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions, we’re delighted we can reopen our holiday cottages on Saturday 27 March, in time for Easter. At the moment, this is limited to guests from Wales, but we’ll keep you posted about when we can welcome guests from other parts of the UK, too.
This Easter could be your first chance for a holiday in many months, maybe even a year – and you certainly deserve it.
You might be unsure about booking a trip abroad. So why not discover the beauty on your doorstep instead, by booking a staycation on the breathtaking Pembrokeshire coast?
We all need something to look forward to, especially now.
And what could be more exciting than planning a cottage holiday on the stunning Pembrokeshire coast?
At St Brides Bay Cottages, we’re here to help you book your longed-for coastal break with peace of mind.
As we come to the end of a challenging year, we’re sending you our very warmest wishes for Christmas and New Year.
Here at St Brides Bay Cottages, we’re continuing to keep a close eye on the ever-changing COVID-19 rules.
Today, the Welsh Government updated its restrictions for travel between Wales and the rest of the UK. These changes come into effect tomorrow (Friday 4 December) at 6pm.
We’ve expanded our range of outstanding holiday homes, giving you even more choice when booking a holiday in coastal Pembrokeshire.
The short “firebreak” lockdown in Wales ends on Monday 9 November, which means we’ll be ready to welcome our guests to our idyllic holiday cottages from that day.
We’re delighted to reveal that 26 frontline healthcare workers have been chosen to win free stays at our Pembrokeshire holiday cottages.
Yesterday, the Welsh government announced there would be a short “firebreak” lockdown in Wales to help regain control of coronavirus.
From invigorating coastal walks to cosy evenings in front of a log burner, Pembrokeshire has everything you need for a rejuvenating autumn or winter escape.
But if you need a little more convincing, here are a few reasons why the cooler months are the perfect time to book your well-deserved cottage holiday in South West Wales.
Thank you for your support and co-operation throughout the two months since we reopened our Pembrokeshire holiday cottages.
It’s been wonderful to welcome you back to South West Wales and to see our coastal communities buzzing once again.
It’s been almost a month since we reopened the doors of our Pembrokeshire holiday cottages – and we couldn’t be more pleased with how things are going.
After many weeks of our self-catering properties being closed because of the coronavirus restrictions, we’re all adjusting well to the ‘new normal’ as visitors return to the South West Wales coast.
If you’re visiting Pembrokeshire’s coast this summer, you’ll be pleased to know bus services are running. However, the levels of the service have been reduced because of COVID-19.
To celebrate life returning to a new kind of normal, our friends in the harbour village of Solva have published a welcome note for visitors.
We’re delighted we’ll soon be welcoming our guests back to beautiful Pembrokeshire once again (it’s not been the same without you).
You can now book a stay at one of our idyllic Pembrokeshire cottages for holidays from 13 July onwards.
Perhaps we’re biased but we think our stretch of the Welsh coast is pretty incredible.
And it seems we’re not alone, because the spectacular Pembrokeshire shoreline recently featured in a TV series celebrating the people who live and work beside the sea in Wales.
The coronavirus situation is changing daily in Wales and across the UK, with different rules for each nation. But rest assured the team here at St Brides Bay Cottages are staying up to date with these latest developments, so we can keep you informed.
Some positive news in these strange times – we’ve taken on three gorgeous holiday cottages in Pwllderi, North Pembrokeshire.
It means you now have more self-catering properties to choose from when you book your next break in stunning South West Wales.
The Welsh Government recently announced the lockdown will be extended for another three weeks until 28 May. The news means visits to holiday premises continue to be classed as non-essential travel, while the coronavirus restrictions remain in place.
With the coronavirus pandemic dominating the news – and your daily life, booking your next holiday is probably the last thing on your mind.
But what better way to lift your spirits than to know you have a relaxing and rejuvenating break waiting for you after the COVID-19 crisis is over.
And if you don’t fancy travelling abroad, here are 7 reasons to book a cottage staycation in scenic Pembrokeshire…
May Cottage, St Davids
We’ve received a fantastic response to our appeal to give frontline healthcare workers a free holiday in beautiful South West Wales.
Since we announced our support for the UK-wide Operation Recuperation campaign, our generous cottage owners have stepped forward to donate not one, not two – but 20 self-catering breaks here in St Brides Bay.
We’re supporting the Operation Recuperation campaign to help give frontline healthcare workers a free holiday in picturesque South West Wales.
The team at St Brides Bay Cottages are getting behind this worthwhile initiative thanks to the generosity of our kind-hearted cottage owners. Like us, they want to show their appreciation for the healthcare professionals who are risking their lives to keep us safe during the coronavirus pandemic.
Since our last blog post, we’ve been overwhelmed by your response to our plea to postpone, not cancel, your Pembrokeshire cottage holiday.
We made the appeal in response to Government measures to minimise the spread of coronavirus and protect the NHS.
But we knew you would be disappointed if you had booked a trip that was due to take place in the coming weeks, or months.
And that’s why we decided to make it as simple as possible for you to rearrange your break in scenic St Brides Bay.
The impact of the coronavirus is being felt across the UK and around the world, affecting almost every aspect of our daily lives. And if you’ve booked a Pembrokeshire cottage holiday that is due to take place in the coming weeks or months, you may be thinking the best thing to do is cancel.
But wait, there is another option.
If you’ve been looking forward to your idyllic getaway in South West Wales, you can easily postpone your trip, instead of cancelling it completely.
And here’s why…
