Cottage Description
Sandbank is a 5 bedroom self catering holiday accommodation that sleeps 10 and is located in Cardigan, Wales. This property is pet friendly allowing for 2 pets. Prices range from £479 to £5495 per week. Local to Towyn, Verwick, Saint Dogmaels, Moylgrove, Cilgerran
- Cot Available
- Detached Property
- DVD player
- Dishwasher
- Fuel and Power Included
- Garden / Patio
- Ideal for Golf
- Highchair
- Pub within 1 mile
- Sea View
- Shower
- Stairgate
- Telephone Chargeable
- Television
- Christmas Themed Cottage
- Wifi
- Winter Short Breaks
- Car Parking Available
- Bed Linen & Towels Included
- Washing Machine
- Coastal within 1 mile
Breathtaking views
These four fine detached holiday properties with breathtaking views over Cardigan Bay, are furnished to a very good standard and are just 100 yards from the cliff top. Gwbert-on-Sea is a small, quiet hamlet on the eastern shore of the mouth of the Teifi Estuary, just a couple of miles outside Cardigan. The settlement takes its name from a wandering saint. St Gwbert is said to have landed here and sheltered in a cave. The shoreline is marked by rugged cliffs and small shingle bays, with large stretches of sandbank exposed at low tide, and the area gives superb views over a diverse and scenic landscape. The ancient oak woodland of the Teifi Valley, the tidal marshes of the estuary, and the boundary of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park can all be appreciated from here. The 18-hole golf course, the home of Cardigan Golf Club, also offers fine views of the estuary and sea, and from the headland you can look across to Cardigan Island. The mud and sand flats of the estuary attracts a great variety of birds. In the autumn such waders as the redshank, oystercatcher and curlew can be seen feeding here, along with several species of migrating duck. The headland of Craig y Gwbert is the site of an Iron Age Fort. Pieces of pottery have also been found near Gwbert, and are now on display in Cardigan museum. Leisure facilities are available for £5 per person per day at the owner’s hotel, and include small gym, sauna and 7 seater jacuzzi. Shops 31/2 miles, pub 100 yards.
Ground floor: Dining room with ceramic tiled floor/kitchen. Utility room. Separate toilet. First floor: Living room with wooden floor. 3 bedrooms: 2 twin, 1 bunk. Bathroom with toilet. Second floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double (5ft), 1 twin, both with en-suite shower room and toilet.
Oil CH inc (£25pw winter). Elec, bed linen and towels included. Travel Cot. Highchair. Digital TV. Video. DVD. Stereo/CD. Electric Cooker. Microwave. Washing Machine. T/dryer. Dishwasher. Fridge Freezer. Wi-fi. Payphone. Garden with patio and furniture. Ample parking. Friday to Friday. Note: There are steps in the garden.
Food
Days Out
Beach
Bike & Hike
Sports
Nature
Gardens
Activities
Historical
Eating & Drinking
Browse the farmers market at Haverfordwest and Fishguard and taste some real Welsh food. You could even take some home for later - how about some delicious Welsh cakes or famous laverbread?
Wet your whistle with a glass of the finest Welsh wine from Cwn Deri vineyard. After a spot of wine tasting, take a stroll around the vineyard, or take in the picturesque surroundings of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. There is a restaurant on-site if you get peckish and there is the opportunity to watch the wine-making progress up close.
Fun Days Out
A chance to see how a traditional farm was run before the introduction of tractors. Facilities include a museum, pony and wagon rides, demonstrations, bottle feeding young animals, play areas, a shop and cafe.
There's lots of fun to be had on the wacky rides at Oakwood, from 'The Bounce' (similar to a human catapult) to 'Snake river falls' (a series of fast moving water rapids).
Folly Farm invites families to enjoy fun, sun and a number of unique activities. Romp around along an outdoor pirate ship or go inside for kid-safe playgrounds in any weather. A giant sandpit complete with functional diggers is available as well as the Follystone Racetrack, Carousel Woods and the new Destruction Playground!
Avondale Glass is a fascinating attraction for travellers of all ages. The business was founded in 1976 by a craftsman who spent time in some of the greatest glass houses in Italy, Germany, France, Switzerland, Malta and Sweden. Today visitors can watch live demonstrations and browse a stunning collection of fine glass pieces.
Heatherton World of Activities is great for big and small kids alike! Lots of indoor and outdoor attractions including golf, paintballing, indoor bowls and so much more. Admission is free — just pay for the activities you choose. Come rain or shine, Heatherton is the ideal destination for a memorable family day out!
Watch out for the 22 life size dinosaurs in the woods - you might get a scare. There is a mini theatre with daily programmes including puppet shows and facilities including an adventure playground, indoor activities centre, tiny tots play area, restaurant, takeaway and shop in a unique building in the form of a dinosaur.
Beach
Poppit Sands Beach - 0.7 Miles (1.1 KM)
This long sandy beach, situated at the mouth of the Teifi Estuary is backed with sand dunes and is popular for power kiting. Lifeguards patrol this beach in the summer making it safe for summertime bathing.
Mwnt Beach - 2.6 Miles (4.2 KM)
This sheltered sandy cove located off the beaten track, is owned by the National Trust. Make your way down the steep steps leading to the beach from the car park or wander one of the short cliff top walks.
Aber Mawr Bay - 15.3 Miles (24.5 KM)
A remote rural beach with a pebble bank, backed by earthed cliffs. Low tide exposes tree stumps buried in the sand - the remains of a forest drowned by a sudden flood 8000 years ago. The stumps have been perfectly preserved by salt. Soak up the fabulous views from the beach head overlooking the Pembrokeshire coast path. This beach is also popular for swimming, surfing and fishing.
Abercastle - 17.8 Miles (28.5 KM)
Abercastle beach sits on the Pembrokeshire coast path and would make an excellent picnic stop. A picturesque cove and village with a beach of sand and shingle.
Biking & Hiking
The 14 mile route visits the sites of the last invasion of Britain which took place in 1797. With 3 steep hills, this cycle trail is not for the faint hearted. The leg out to Strumble Head lighthouse is well worth taking, with both the bird life and the views along the coast making it an ideal picnic spot. The cafe at Tregwynt Woollen Mill is ideally situated two thirds of the way round, just what you need for the steady ascent back up to the top of Stop and Call hill overlooking Goodwick and Fishguard Harbour.
Llys Y Fran - 18.9 Miles (30.2 KM)
The cycle trail around Llys Y Fran reservoir is 7 1/2 miles of off-road riding that is easy to follow and very well maintained. There is a diverse range of scenery to observe as this trail takes you to the water's edge, into the woods and up and down the little wooded valleys that feed the reservoir. Bikes can be hired at the cafe at the entrance to the park, or you can bring your own bike and ride around for as long as you like.
Minwear / Sister's house - 22.6 Miles (36.2 KM)
Spend a few hours walking around the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, ideal for observing ancient trees, lush riverbanks and a wealth of different species of wildlife. You could choose to walk the entire 5.6 miles of this walk or just some of it. Look out for the ancient ruins of Selbech Church along the way.
Golf & Sports
RockUp-Climbing is on of the best climbing establishments in the region, it offers specialist training through a wide choice of climbing courses and experiences. The staff are highly trained and professional as well as being really friendly, patient and encouraging enhancing the overall experience. The courses cover all abilities from complete novices, refresher courses or progression courses, as well as Navigation and Mountain skills courses. They supply all the climbing equipment which, is in excellent condition, and you are fully briefed on safety and the jargon associated with climbing. The courses are open to all and will suit families, individuals and groups. If you are seeking a new and thrilling experience amongst some simply stunning landscapes where you will see the Pembrokshire coastline up close then this is the place to go. At RockUp-Climbing you will receive excellent tuition and guidance throughout, be challenged, but will leave with a new confidence and skills.
Spend a half day or full day trying your hand at a range of sports including canoeing, archery, rock climbing and kayaking. Transport to and from the centre can be arranged for you and the centre is specially designed to cater for groups with the option to have meals included.
New in 2008, Blue Lagoon is one of Wales' largest indoor water parks. Kids and adults will love it, it?s 'fluming fantastic'. Have some fast-paced fun on the water slides, crash amongst the waves or laze in the lazy river.
Saddle up and get ready to explore Pembrokeshire on horse! This riding school offers lessons from a half hour to half a day. The 28 horses and ponies will be glad to give you a piggy back through the glorious countryside. Beginners and experienced welcome.
Great if you fancy a swim or a game of squash, this leisure centre offers a wide range of activities for all ages.
Nature Reserves
Located within the Teifi Marshes Nature Reserve, this eye-catching visitor centre has many informative and interactive displays. There's also an adventure playground, café and gift shop. Canoe trips on the river are available.
Gardens & Woodlands
Colby woodland garden belongs to the National Trust. It is home to the one of the best collections of rhododendrons and azaleas in Wales. Walk your way up and around the secluded valley on the well-maintained, wooded pathways.
The National Botanic Garden is one of the most visited gardens in Wales and is home to some of the rarest plants in world. Voted 'number 1 wonder of Wales', it has become one of the most popular gardens in the UK.
Local Attractions
Enjoy the latest blockbuster, watch a show, view an exhibition or chat over coffee at Theatre Mwldan, Cardigan's recently redeveloped arts and entertainment complex. It's situated in the centre of Cardigan, an oldmarket town on the beautiful coast of west Wales.
Small World Theatre is located in an individual artistic space in Cardigan. It is an international artist-led arts and culture association, that produces and performs a range of original shows and events, in addition to organising projects and workshops. The venue is welcoming and cosy and well laid out, the seating is almost circular giving the best views of the stage, and the seats are comfortable and spacious. The facilities are modern and the lighting and sound are state of the art. The staff are friendly and approachable. They also organise a range of events and exhibits during the year. They are not afraid to show cutting edge theatre productions. Small World Theatre serves as an important park of the towns cultural influence and is an integral part of the community.
The Giant Knitted Cardigan is a local celebrity here in Cardigan. The cardigan came from a simple idea a cardigan for Cardigan, it was to celebrate the towns nine hundred year history and heritage. Then came the hard work from around three hundred members of the local community including children to create the end product, they extends to five metres, and took nine months to create. It comprises of a number of different squares depicting various scenes from Cardigan's history all stitched together. A great level of care and detail has gone into this wonderful piece, that has been beautifully made. A mixture of knitting and embroidery was used in creating the cardigan, an unusual and magnificent piece. It is proving so popular that it now travels around the country on show, check the website to see where it will be next.
Newcastle Emlyn is a lively town nestling on the meandering Teifi River. It has the ruins of the only Welsh stone castle in the area, but other attractions include antique, craft and numerous book shops, a covered market and a theatre.
New Quay - 15.3 Miles (24.5 KM)
New Quay is the perfect destination for sightseeing, beach lounging, walking and dolphin spotting. Enjoy a walk along the front to the end of the Quay and watch the boats sail by. Or sit in one of the cafes overlooking the harbour and see the dolphins.
Battlefield Live Pembrokshire offers the most exciting outdoor combat game. They are located in the centre of the Wales Coastal Path amongst the woodland, they have created a jungle environment offering the perfect conditions for a realistic combat experience, with plenty of places to hide and take cover as well as realistic props. The equipment is state of the art and the guns are very realistic in look, weight and feel and they use the newest technology to record your game and this is fed back to your weapon. The staff are superb, they explain everything in detail and offer advice and guidance throughout. Once you have donned your camouflage overalls, got your gun and face paint you are all fired up and ready to go on your mission, it doesn't take long to get immersed in the game. It is a game everyone from age seven upwards can get involved in and makes for a great family or group activity. It is a thrilling and tiring day out with lots of laughs. It is not the cheapest form of entertainment but is fantastic fun and they do have a range of offers so it is worth checking the website for these. Battlefield Live Pembrokshire is well run and organised and they are continually changing the game scenarios to keep them fresh and exciting, assuring you have a fantastic experience, so much so that you will leave wanting to return again and again.
Little Haven - 29.6 Miles (47.4 KM)
Little Haven is a quaint fishing village with a good deal of charm and character. Situated on the west coast of Pembrokeshire at the southern end of St Brides Bay, it has been designated as a conservation area.
Historical & Heritage Sites
Situated within Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Castell Henylls recently shot to fame in the BBC series 'Surviving the Iron Age'. This ancient monument is one of many prehistoric promontory forts in the National Park dating from around 600BC. Traditional craft making and ancient breeds of animal can also be found on site.
Situated in the picturesque village of Dre-fach Felindre, once the centre of a thriving woollen industry, this flagship museum has a fascinating story to tell. Follow the process from fleece to fabric, watch textiles in production and see historic machinery that changed the face of the industry.
This impressively sited castle overlooking the Tywi estuary has been in the hands of both the Normans and Welsh. Admission is free. Pass a couple of hours in the castle before visiting Llansteffan village for a coffee or a wander around the shops.
Tudor Merchant's House is a beautiful 15th century house that is representative of how it would of been in 1500 when it would have been lived in by a wealthy merchant and his family. During your visit you can see the working kitchen, with all the cooking utensils and the table is filled with herbs and fruits they would have used which, only add to the overall atmosphere, you will also see the merchants shop and see how he earned his money. The house is furnished with replica period furniture and a selection of old toys that you can try out. The house covers three floors and there are sheets found around giving you information, facts and traditions about the house and this era in history. Children can dress up in authentic costumes and there are games for them to play. There are also friendly and knowledgeable guides dressed in period costumes there who can answer any questions you might have. The views from the upper floors out over the North Beach Harbour are lovely. Tudor Merchants House is beautifully preserved in time and gives an accurate view of life in this era for the wealthy, very interesting and informative and a great way to learn about the Tudor times especially as you can touch most of the items.
Carew Castle has a long and impressive history that dates back 2,000 years, starting its life as a Norman fortification and eventually becoming an Elizabethan country house. The castle enjoys an envious location where it overlooks a 23 acre millpond. There is lots to see and do in addition to the castle, the site is also home to an extraordinary 11th century Celtic cross, the sole revived tidal mill in Wales and a medieval bridge. Although not a complete castle it still has an immense charm and imposing feel about it that allows you to visual how it would have been in its full splendour, with its Great and Lesser Halls and Church. Children will love all the winding stairs and passageways there are to explore. There are a number of events that take place here throughout the year so it is worth checking the website to see what is on and when. The castle is open throughout the year and there is a small entry charge and they also do a family ticket, please note the guided tours are only operated during the summer months. There is a guide book that is very informative and interesting, as well as interpretation cards. The staff are really friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about the castle and will happily answer any questions you have. There is a small gift shop that sells a nice selection of local goods and related souvenirs and gifts. Carew Castle is charming and delightful and offers picturesque views and walks around it, it is ideal for all the family and should not be missed if you are in the area.
