We've been to Tenby for the last three years, usually staying in apartments near the beaches. We wanted a bit more space this year and The Barn seemed ideal. On arrival, we were gobsmacked by the beauty of the place. It's up a hill from the town, but only half a mile from the shops (easy on the way down!). There is parking and a lovely enclosed garden which was ideal for our dog (we could let him out the door without worrying he would run off). The open plan living, dining and kitchen area is well equipped with everything you could need (including a DVD/Bluray player!). The slate floor is heated which makes the place warm and cozy (we didn't need to use the woodburner). Three lovely bedrooms ideal for us and the three kids. The main bathroom is nice and airy and well equipped and there is a separate cloakroom and loo (again ideal when you have more than one child!). The owners have also put in an "eco" hot tub in the garden, and there is a small shed with BBQ, chair cushions etc.
The Barn is far enough outside of town for it to be so peaceful. Sitting outside in the evening, watching the sun go down is just fantastic. And once the woodburner heats the hot tub (it did take a good 3-4 hours!) it's just lovely to sit in there listening to the owls hoot. The Pembrokeshire coastal path is just to the side of the property, and would recommend a walk across to Waterwynch beach - a very secluded beach with a private house on it, but at low tide lots of rocks to climb, caves to explore etc (and the house is nearly £6000 for a weekend stay!).
Tenby is a really beautiful place - fantastic beaches (our favourite is South Beach - dog friendly, and small car park right on the beach). Plenty of little bistros, cafes and restaurants in the town. We always visit Folly Farm too - not sure if this place is an amusement park, farm or zoo - probably all three, but the kids loved it.
All in all, a really lovely place to stay, well equipped, clean, quiet and in an ideal location. Thanks Emma - we may well be back!