Autumn in St Davids

Autumn in St Davids

Like so many places, St Davids looks absolutely gorgeous at this wonderful time of year. The red / auburns of trees and bushes preparing to shed their precious leaves is truly a sight to behold in this place of supreme natural beauty.

All along the coastline and across the sprawling landscapes of St Davids you will find the most spectacular yellows and browns which will warm even a chilly October heart.

And the sunsets at this time of year are amazing too. Take a chilled bottle of bubbles (and maybe a thermos!) down to Whitesands Bay and just snuggle up under a blanket and enjoy the rich golden sunset.

St Davids is such a magical and perfect place for a family holiday or a romantic getaway. So book now! Yewdale Cottage sleeps six and is an amazing self-catering option for a cozy winter break or Christmas holiday.

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St Davids – a thin place?

St Davids Coastline

My friend recently said to me that he considers St Davids to be “a thin place”.

You’re probably wondering what he meant by that. A thin place is a location where the wall between heaven and earth is thought to be thin.

And when you spend time in St Davids you’ll understand what we mean. There is something magical and otherworldly about this place. It’s just so special and you must come and holiday here to find out for yourself.

Yewdale holiday cottage is one of the oldest self-catering holiday homes in St Davids. It’s perfect for a romantic getaway, long weekend or family holiday.

So come and discover this thin place for yourself!

And maybe you’ll get just a glimpse of heaven!

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Christmas in St Davids

Christmas @ St David’s Cathedral

Christmas is so magical in St Davids, Pembrokeshire and the perfect place for a family holiday or romantic getaway. Our self-catering accommodation is an amazing place to sit down and break bread (or turkey legs) with friends and family alike.

The lights are absolutely gorgeous in the “city” centre and so many of the shops and houses also do their bit with lovely window decorations.

And the cathedral is teeming with all manner of concerts and services that will absolutely get you in the Christmas mood. Plus, you just cannot beat a walk down the beach on a cold, crisp winter’s morning.

Inside the cottage we have a lovely fire to warm the cockles. We always put up a festive Christmas tree to commemorate the occasion.

So please, if you’re looking for a holiday cottage for your Christmas in St Davids, Pembrokeshire, look no further than Yewdale Cottage. The perfect self-catering getaway for walking holidays or couples or family holidays.

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Winter is coming….

St David’s Cathedral, Christmas

None of us like to admit it but the spoils of summer are beginning to reach embers as we await the long grey days of winter. You might think this would be a terrible time to think about a family holiday or romantic getaway in a self-catering holiday cottage.

You would, of course, be wrong. If anything Yewdale Cottage in St Davids, Pembrokeshire is even more wonderful in the bleak midwinter.

There’s a cozy fire to snuggle up to. There’s whiskey. There are books to read. Board games to play. And lovely comfy beds to have warm lie ins in.

St Davids looks so beautiful all lit up in the darkness and when Christmas comes around you’ll find that the decorations are a wonder to behold.

So don’t write it off. Book a winter holiday in St Davids and stay at our beautiful self-catering holiday cottage.

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Dog friendly pubs and restaurants

Pembrokeshire coastline

So St Davids is a dog loving place for definite. Almost all places are pleased to see our furry friends. But here’s a list of establishments that pride themselves on their canine compatibility.

Grain – Grain not only make the best pizzas in Wales but they love a leashed pooch in their gaff. Lots of places to sit outside if your dog would prefer the fresh air. And you’ll usually find a dog bowl for your thirsty pet.

The Bishops – One of our favourite pubs in St Davids, amazing pub grub and a really nice ambience. But also very dog friendly and also has a beer garden for rover to explore.

The Farmer’s Arms – This is the bet pub for beers and cider in St Davids (in our humble opinion!) But it also loves welcoming dogs and there is a large area outside where your dog can sit and watch you enjoy a cold, crispy pint.

So bring your furry friends to St Davids, Pembrokeshire on your next family holiday. Here at Yewdale self-catering holiday cottage we love dogs.

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