As a holiday cottage owner, we feel the seasons more palpably than any. The low, wet winter morphs into spring and all of a sudden the bookings begin to pick up and St Davids once again is released from hibernation.

Then the onslaught of summer and all the madness that ensues. Something always goes wrong. Whether it’s a boiler or electrics or a plumbing failure, we always have a a mad panic to ensure our guests are looked after.

So we run round and round, making sure each guest has a wonderful stay as the bookings come hard and strong.

And then things slowly slow down into the clam of the leafy autumn. We are able to catch our breath and take time to be with family and loved ones.

There’s something wonderful cyclical about it all. The seasons. The people. The weather. All coming and then going once again. It’s very comforting to know that there will always be a next phase. That life continues to change and evolve and orbit, right in front of our very eyes.

Thank you all for another wonderful cycle of seasons. We look forward to doing it all over again in 2026.

Much love. Peace be with you.

After more and more people need help after going on a coastal walk underprepared, we thought we’d give you a checklist of things you might need.

St Davids, Pembrokeshire has some of the most beautiful coastal walks in the world. It’s so spectacular to walk along the tempestuous cliff tops. You can often see seals and dolphins if you have an eager eye.

Footwear – sturdy footwear is an absolute necessity. A good walking boot is ideal but wellington boots are useful too if it’s rainy. Never leave the house in daps or flimsy trainers. You risk injury and having to waste emergency services time.

Waterproofs – We would recommend waterproof clothing regardless of the weather. St Davids is on a peninsula so the weather is very changeable. It often is hard to predict so don’t think that just because the weather forecast looks good the weather will behave itself!

Snacks – Often you will need to up the blood sugar level to get you through a lengthy walk. Biscuits and chocolate bars are a great way to have a quick hit of sugar. Especially if you have young children, snacks are a must.

Map and phone – Even if you have a phone (and you should bring one!), always have a map as well. Sometimes phones don’t get reception so never rely on GPS or Sat Nav. A map can be invaluable if you get a little disorientated.

Overall, it’s about common sense. Stay away from the cliff edges, respect the landscape and never litter. If you do all these, you’ll have a fantastic time!

Yewdale Cottage is ideal for walking holidays and you can access many different coastal walks from our cottage.

While it has been a bump back to earth with some of the terrible weather we are having, there is still so much to do around St Davids – even when the heavens are open!

Firstly, St Davids is a hub of art and culture. You only have to wander down the side streets to find art galleries and exhibitions that are free to enter. So many artists flock to St Davids for its beautiful views and soulful skies.

And then there’s always the cathedral to explore. It’s one of Britain’s most spectacular buildings and many powerful historical figures are buried here. It really is the jewel in the crown of Pembrokeshire.

As well as this, there’s a quite wonderful bug farm which must be visited. It is home to so many incredible species of insects and creepy-crawlies. You can even eat a bug burger, which is really tasty, if not a little smokey.

There’s also a really great children’s play area too. So there’s fun for all the family.

So don’t make excuses about the weather (which can sometimes be awful in the summer!) Come and book an out-of-season holiday in our beautiful cottage.

We promise you won’t be disappointed!!

Last time we were journeying around St David’s Head on our usual pilgrimage, we came upon one of life’s most wondrous sights. Wild horses were roaming and frolicking and trotting around the sunsetting clifftops.

It was such a moment of divine spectacle that I had tears in my eyes. There’s something very mythical and spiritual about these hairy horses, guarding the cliff paths and quietly chewing on the cud of grassland.

They are actually owned by local farmers – so not as wild as one might think. They are still incredibly beautiful though and stay up on the hillsides whenever the weather will allow it. It is such a blessing if you ever come across them.

Of course you must also be very respectful of them. Under no circumstances should you try to ride the horses or smack their bottoms and shout “Giddy Up!”. This is just not in keeping with how you should observe a horse in the wild.

The thing to do is to put your hands behind your backs and then turn to your fellow walkers and say “aren’t they magnificent” while eating a kitkat.

So come and visit our wonderful holiday cottage where you can see such wonders. It sleeps six and is self-catered.

If you’re anything like us, then part of the joy of the holiday is watching your canine companion racing up and down the beach. The way they react to the waves and the sea is one of life’s true moments of happiness.

But there are certain restrictions on dogs in St Davids depending on when you visit.

The most dog friendly beach is Caerfai Bay, which is the closest beach to Yewdale Cottage. All season round you can bring your pooch and it’s not a problem. It is a little (and steep) walk from the car park so if your dog has mobility issues, it could be a problem.

Whitesands (for our money) is the best beach in the world (!) and ideal for dogs to come scampering up and down. However, the local council operate a no dogs policy from May through till September. This is when the beach is busiest.

But in general cafes and restaurants are very accommodating of dogs and you might even find they have treats especially for your furry friend.

We love dogs and would never stop you from bringing them on holiday. We do charge a little extra as often the cleaners have to work that little bit longer when there’s dog hair to clean up.

We also ask that the dogs are not allowed on the furniture or upstairs. But apart from that, the cottage is a paradise for dogs. There’s even a private garden outside where they can sunbathe and frolic!

So don’t feel you ever have to leave a family member at home when you come and visit us for your self-catering holiday!