When you say you are travelling to Wales, so many will make the joke – how many umbrellas are you bringing? And so what. We are proud of our mystical land of wind and rain. It makes us stronger as a collective and more hardy as individuals.

But this last bank holiday weekend (23rd – 25th May 2026) was not like that at all. Records were absolutely smashed as the coast of Wales became as hot as the south coast of Spain. It was almost unbearable at times, but oh how we loved it.

And yes, British people love to complain about the weather. If it’s too hot, we moan about being sweaty messes. And if it’s too cold, we grumble as we clasp our hands round our waist.

But few could complain about a day on the beach with your loved ones in sweltering heat. My children had the “best day of my life” and much ice cream and sun cream was consumed! We played lots of bat and ball and one of my lads even got buried!

These are memories that will last a lot longer than buying some new clothes or a fancy meal. So come and book a holiday with us and start making some memories of your own.

Now taking bookings for 2027!! Come and find out what all the fuss is about!

One of the things we always get asked is – does your property have a garden?

And the answer, of course, is yes! We have a beautiful garden which is wonderful all year round. It’s a simply fantastic place to relax with the children and enjoy the sea air that St Davids is famous for.

Whether you want a picnic or an evening gin and tonic, it’s a beautiful place to relax and rewind and enjoy the views of St David’s famous cathedral.

Around the edge of the garden are some wonderfully kept flower beds with all manner of plants and flowers in. We must thank our amazing gardeners who do a great job in keeping everything well and tidy.

And did we mention the cathedral views? Yes? Oh, ok. But it is very unusual to have a property with such views. It’s a real privilege to be able to view this unbelievable achievement to engineering from the comfort of one’s own garden.

So whether it’s a BBQ out back or a quiet glass of champagne, we have you covered! So enjoy St Davids in the best possible place and book today!

Ok, don’t hate the player, hate the game. But Christmas 2026 is becoming a thing. Bookings are happening fast and we are starting to get queries from guests.

Here’s why Christmas is a great time to visit St Davids :

The Cathedral – Firstly, St Davids has a quite breathtaking cathedral with a lot of concerts on around Christmas. Enjoy full choirs singing beautiful hymns and carols in one of the most picturesque backdrops in the world.

The Beaches – People obviously flock to the coast of Wales during the warmer climates. But nothing beats a cozy, romantic walk in the winter months too. Grab a family member, put your arm through theirs and wander down a windswept beach.

The Pubs – The atmosphere in the warm pubs is always wonderful. You’ll be greeted with a cheery smile wherever you go and, before you know it, you’ll be sharing a drink and a mince pie with the locals.

The Restaurants – There are now such great options for festive feasts in St Davids. There is all manner of different cuisines to enjoy and you will find a little of everything you need.

The People – Welsh people – and especially people from St Davids – are some of the friendliest people you will ever meet. They welcome anyone with loving arms and a cheery smile.

1. Coetan Arthur / Arthur’s Quoit Burial Chamber

Legend tells that Arthur’s Quoit, a large Neolithic burial chamber on St David’s Head near St Davids, was formed when King Arthur hurled massive stones from the summit of nearby Carn Llidi. Some even claim this feat of strength later inspired the dropkick in the modern game of rugby.

2. The Devil’s Footprint

A small hoof-shaped mark on a gravestone near St David’s Cathedral is said to be the footprint of the Devil himself, left behind in a fit of rage at the area’s devout inhabitants. Another tale suggests that St David chased the Devil from the roof of his monastery after he caused chaos by hurling pigeons over the walls – an act some believe went on to inspire the dropkick in the modern game of rugby.

3. The Lady of the Lake

According to local legend, a mysterious woman in a white dress can sometimes be seen rising from the waters of Treiago Moor near St David’s. Those who encounter her often flee in terror, as she is said to scream loudly and hurl large stones at unsuspecting passersby.

The summer is obviously always the busiest time for us here at Yewdale Cottage. And things book up super quickly. We took our first summer 2026 booking in spring 2025!

But we do have a few spaces left (see website booking page).

And here’s why you should holiday in St Davids, Pembrokeshire :

It’s good on the wallet!

On average, our cottage costs around £1000 in peak months. That’s about £140 a night. If you want to fly anywhere in these months you’ll spend well over £1000 just on the airfare. And then a hotel will be another 2 or 3k for the week.

So by staying with us you literally save thousands, which you can spend on fancy meals, toys for the kids or just put it aside for a rainy day!

The climate wants you to stay domestic!

With the ever increasing risk of global warming, flights have been proven to be very costly for our carbon footprints.

So grab a train to Haverfordwest and a bus to St Davids. And do the environment a favour!

It’s about the company, not the surroundings

Although West Wales is so very beautiful, it’s not the Caribbean or a five star Maldives getaway. But I can vouch from my formative years that a holiday is all about the people you love and the stories you tell.

We think a visit to Pembrokeshire will provide you with a lifetime of memories!

So book now! And see what the fuss is all about!