COASTAL 'chocolate box' hideaway in National Trust woodland - Visit Wales rated.

Wood Cottage is a COASTAL stream side Visit Wales Four Star Coastal `chocolate box` hideaway nestling in a NATIONAL TRUST woodland glade within the historic STACKPOLE ESTATE. It is fully Wi-Fi enabled with two modern multi media home entertainment TV systems. The property is immaculately presented and maintained by the locally on hand caretaking team - Check out our guest REVIEWS :)

EXCLUSIVELY LOCATED IN EUROPE'S ONLY NATIONAL COAST PARK

Fine sandy beaches of international fame for their exotic beauty, environmental and seascape qualities, including National Trust owned Barafundle Bay and Broad Haven, are a short stroll from the cottage front door. This property's location is in the very heart of the PEMBROKESHIRE NATIONAL COAST PARK and just a short walk from a nationally acclaimed gastro pub - The Stackpole Inn.

** PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE INQUIRY/BOOKING GUIDANCE BELOW IN FULL - BEFORE CHECKING OUR AVAILABILITY **

This property operates a variable changeover system. High season summer weeks where the minimum stay is 7 nights will have fixed changeover days of either Friday or Saturday. The calendar on this platform is maintained in real-time by the owner. It will show all available dates, some of which will not show on other platforms.

* * * AVAILABILITY SHOWN HERE IS SUBJECT TO OWNER ACCEPTANCE - AND US NOT HAVING EXCEEDED AN OWNER DIRECT OCCUPANCY ALLOWANCE WITH A UK PARTNER LETTING AGENT * * *

The holiday price calculated on this website INCLUDES a £40 Owner Booking Fee, and default Energy Supplement (Heating @ £4 pn / Electricity @ £3 pn) but excludes a Dog Supplement of £6 pn per dog where it applies to your party (T&C's apply- see below).

*** The Energy Supplement is manually reduced post enquiry/booking to £5 pn for June - August arrivals by the owner ***

Using the holiday cost calculator above will give you an idea of your likely holiday cost but it will exclude a dog supplement for guests wishing to travel with their pet(s) - a maximum of TWO dogs, not exceeding 42 kg each are welcome, (other industry standard and property specific terms and conditions apply).

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Refurbished to full residential standards, this charming CHARACTER cottage offers all the comfort of home coupled with peace and tranquillity in a private woodland setting blessed with wildlife. A babbling stream runs through the garden feeding the famous Bosherston Lily Ponds. Otters from the ponds are occasional visitors to the rambling cottage gardens and have been sighted by guests in the last 10 years.

Once home to the Earl of Cawdor’s Head Gardener and located on the historic National Trust owned Stackpole Estate, the cottage sits in complete seclusion at the end of a tree lined track.

The open fire, efficient central heating system, High Definition Samsung wide-screen multi-media FREE-SAT TV's in two rooms, Wi-Fi, landline telephone, a library of films and music all combine to make it a memorable retreat for those wishing to escape to this amazing coastal location.

Take a holiday or Winter Short Break in simply the most desirable coastal location in Wales, and the jewel in the crown of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Enjoy the total privacy of your away from it all woodland cottage nestling close to Europe's finest beaches in almost an acre of exclusive gardens including sun facing terraces and a fully equipped summer house.

Need to keep in touch with home or work? Network coverage has improved in recent years and mobile phone coverage is good. Or simply use your smart phone apps to make your normal every day calls via internet telephony through the cottage WiFi network. A landline phone and voicemail facility provides for a handy backup.

ON THE DOORSTEP:- NATIONAL TRUST BEACHES OF INTERNATIONAL ACCLAIM

Walk to National Trust owned Barafundle or Broad Haven beaches, or Britain's smallest harbour - Stackpole Quay, home to the splendid Boathouse Tea Rooms.

From the cottage door you're wander into and through woodland, around magnificent lakes and through a National Nature Reserve of international importance bustling with wildlife. You're discover why this stretch of coastline has been voted the SECOND BEST IN THE WORLD by National Geographic magazine.

Explore the many Norman castles and churches in this area and open your eyes to a land of incredible history and culture.

NEARBY AWARD WINNING PUBS AND RESTAURANTS

Treat yourself to local award winning restaurants at the Stackpole Inn, the Old Kings Arms Hotel in historic Pembroke town, the amazing Castlemead Hotel restaurant with its glorious sea view tables in nearby Manorbier overlooking Manorbier Castle, simply indulge in the new million pound leisure facilities at the Lamphey Palace Hotel all just minutes away.

Enjoy tranquillity and peace after a day on the coast and just curl up on the new and luxurious Laura Ashley leather sofas with clean and comforting cushions and enjoy a roaring OPEN LOG FIRE in front of the latest HD satellite TV technology with 'catch up TV' internet connectivity.

Or spark up the BBQ and soak in the evening wildlife going about their entertaining business on the generous south or west facing sun terraces which come fully equipped with a large hardwood outdoor table with chairs and parasol.

The sound of a babbling stream and the locally nesting family of Tawny Owls will be the most likely sounds you hear at night as you drift off into a peaceful and relaxing sleep on the new memory foam pocket sprung mattresses dressed in luxury linen.

EXCLUSIVELY YOURS- AN ACRE OF BEAUTIFUL GROUNDS TO ENJOY AT THE END OF A PRIVATE TREE LINED TRACK

This property can sleep up to 6, however it ideally suits up to 4 adults and 2 children. It is cosy and popular among couples of all ages looking for a magical escape coupled with complete privacy and peace.

RELAX

Uniquely:- no neighbours, no owners and no other holiday guests - just the wildlife (as featured on recent BBC Spring and Autumn Watch programmes).

*** WINTER SHORT BREAKS (WSB's) ***
'Off-Line' Special Rates for Sunday arrivals
WSB: FOUR nights @ £460 and FIVE nights @ £575, plus booking fee @ £40 and energy supplement @ £7 per night. Additional pet supplement applies @ £6 per night per dog. Winter Short Breaks at the above rates cannot be booked via this website.

SUMMARY of this property's primary Equipment & Facilities:

COUNTY STYLE KITCHEN: NEW Zanussi double oven / NEW Bosch family size dishwasher / large Bosch 60:40 fridge freezer with award winning technologies / 800 watt microwave / traditional welsh dresser / wine rack / table and seating for 6 / high powered internet radio / views of garden, patio, bird table, woods and stream / high chair available on request.

UTILITY area: NEW Whirlpool 6th Sense Washing machine / tumble drier / ironing board / iron / clothes dryer airer / phone with answer machine / BT dual band wireless router / high powered rechargeable torch / coat & jacket drying area / boot storage / NEW Worcester Bosch combi oil boiler.

LOUNGE: Leather sofas and arm chair / open fire / views of stream and woodland / SMART HD LED 39' wide screen TV (FreeSat) and soundbar with wireless internet and hard wire Ethernet connection for BBC iPlayer etc. plus DVD and video / Large library of films and documentaries for all tastes and interests / Lamps and dimmer switch lighting for cosy evenings by the fire.

DOWNSTAIRS w/c & SHOWER ROOM: Newly installed Burlington suite including wash basin and matching w/c / MATKI shower enclosure and 9.5 Kw electric shower sat on a traditional white stone shower tray / woodland views.

UPSTAIRS BATHROOM: Full family bathroom suite with electric shaving point.

UPSTAIRS DOUBLE BEDROOM: 4' 6' pine bed with high quality memory foam mattress (medium firm) - you won't want to get up in the morning - trust us! / bedside lamps / PURE digital radio / electric blanket in winter / luxury bedding and duvet weight adjusted to seasonal requirements / views of stream and woods / Travel Cot & Stair Gate available at no extra cost.

UPSTAIRS TWIN: Large, light and airy dual aspect room / 3' pine beds / super comfortable mattresses dressed in luxury linen / TV home entertainment system as previously described for lounge with a large library of children's films for all ages / internet radio & alarm clock / surround views of stream, gardens and woodland.

DOWNSTAIRS SMALLER TWIN BEDROOM: 2ft 6 beds / Electric blankets in winter / radio alarm clock / stream and woodland views / ideal for less mobile guests, child or teenagers / closer to the kettle in the morning!

OUTSIDE: Large gated private driveway - ideal for 3 vehicles or boat trailer/ summer house with cane furniture and stone south facing terrace / cycle & surf board storage / BBQ's / large 6 seat round dinning table with rotating Lazy Susan, parasol and hardwood reclining chairs / large south and west facing terraces / stream and woodland leading to National Nature Reserve of international importance / Located on an SSSI / walking and mountain bike access directly from the cottage through woods to National Trust Bosherston Lily Ponds and Barafundle Beach/Broad Haven South Beach.

** Pets by arrangement only **
We welcome up to TWO pets that meet the following criteria: 1. Your dog must be well groomed and obedient. 2. Your dog(s) must not exceed 42 kgs in weight (small to medium in size). 3. Puppies are welcome but MUST be contained in their/a travelling cage while in the cottage. 4. Thoroughly clean and air the property before departure. 5. Not to UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES allow the dog to foul the garden.