Caerfai Bay is the closest beach to Yewdale Cottage, St Davids and might be the most beautiful of all the gorgeous bays which dot the Pembrokeshire coastline. Many times, especially out of season, we find Caerfai almost deserted and it truly is lie having your own private beach – without the cost!

Caerfai is also dog friendly and your pooch can run along it and splash in the sea all year round whereas other beaches ask that dogs not access at busy times. There’s so much fun to be had rock-pooling with the youngsters as Caerfai is an incredibly safe beach. It’s totally enclosed so you can always keep an eye on little ones and their movements.

As mentioned before, Caerfai Bay is very close to Yewdale. It’s just a charming 10 minute walk down to the coastline. It’s definitely one of our families favourite beaches in St Davids, Pembrokeshire so whether you’re on a family holiday and looking for a safe environment or you want to climb the rocks around the coastline and jump in the sea, Caerfai Bay is the place to be.

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There’s a reason our family has been coming to St Davids for generations. There’s truly no place like it in the world. And there’s just so much to discover. 

At Yewdale Cottage, on opening your curtains, you are immediately greeted by a spectacular view of one of the most beauteous cathedrals in the world. And as soon as you’ve grabbed a bite for breakfast, you can wander through the quiet country lanes to Whitesands, a beach which is pure paradise for sunbathers and snorkelers and surfers alike. 

St Davids has the warmth and intimacy of a village but all the events and exhibitions of a bustling metropolis. There’s often wonderful concerts in the cathedral and the amount of art galleries and artists who reside here proves just how magisterial this truly breathtaking area of natural beauty is. 

If you want a cozy cottage cwtch or a coasteering and kayaking caper, St Davids has got you covered. 

But please, don’t let us convince you. Come and see for yourself! 

St Davids Head :

Park at Whitesands Bay and head north on the public footpath. You will pass the spectacular Ram’s Head. This is an amazing vantage point to stare out across the ocean. As you make your way towards St David’s Head you will often see wild horses on the pathway. After gazing out to the sea from St David’s Head and hopefully spotting some seals, you can loop back round through beautiful countryside to your car.

Caerfai to St Nons :

Walk through St David’s City Centre and out to Caerfai. This is the most beautiful secluded bay. From there you can walk northerly and will eventually come to St Non’s Chapel. This is a breathtakingly beautiful building and a place etched with spiritual mysticism. From St Nons, you can head back into St Davids.

St Nons to Whitesands Bay :

Head out to St Non’s Chapel. You now have the most spectacular walk round to Whitesands with all manner of natural wonder to see along the way. This is my personal favourite as you are hit by the refreshing swell of the ocean as you walk down to Whitesands Bay.

St Davids is a truly special place. Our family have been coming here for generations. It’s on the western most point of Wales. As children we loved to play at Whitesands Bay. Our grandparents would take us for a Pepsi float in the local cafes. Our dogs would run along the beach. It was always a special time and a special place for us as a family.

Not much has really changed about St Davids. While the rest of the world has been getting awfully busy, St Davids has stayed quiet and serene. It feels untouched by time or progress. And that’s why so many people love to come here. You can feel the feet of ancient people on the ground. You can conjure stories about Welsh myths and legends. You can feel yourself return to your primal spirit.

So come to Pembrokeshire. Come and stay in our cozy cottage. Come and walk on the beach. Come and discover the cathedral. Come and splash in the healing well at St Nons. Come and lick ice cream in the sun. Come and discover new coastal walks. Come and see the wildlife.

Come to St Davids.

One of the most dramatic and incredible experiences available while holidaying in St Davids, Wales is watching the lifeboat launch from St Justinians. It truly makes you understand the danger that these brave souls who board these boats put themselves in.

A few years back, a huge red flare would go up into the air to alert the lifeboat men and women that they needed to make haste to the lifeboat station. The first to arrive would be the ones selected to board the boat and head out to do their vital seaward work. However, tourists wishing to see the lifeboat launch would often head for the coast which could lead to traffic problems for the lifeboat men and women themselves. As a result, they now carry buzzers which alert them if there is an emergency they need to race toward.

St Justinians sits on a breathtaking area of coastline and there are many coastal walks that will lead you to and away from the lifeboat station. And it’s only a five minute drive from central St Davids and, of course, your beautiful Yewdale holiday cottage. There’s something for everyone at this amazing attraction as you can learn all about the various high-octane rescues that have taken place, as well as some of the tragedies that have occurred on the treacherous sea.

It also serves as a reminder that sea safety is so important, whether you are surfing at Whitesands or jumping off rocks at The Blue Lagoon. These men and women risk their lives on a daily basis to save people from life threatening situations. So please do always ensure a lifeguard is close to hand when swimming and always keep an eye on the tide when bathing in the sun. It’s so easy to get cut off and put your own life, and others, in danger.