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Due to a cancellation we have availability from 21st July to 1st August. Minimum four night stay. We also have a rare two night weekend availability in August on the 10th & 11th.
Message me for details and prices! The forecast is improving from next week, the sheep will be doing their sun dance!
This is why we do what we do! Lovely reviews from recent guests. 😊
We still have availability throughout some of July and strangely most of August! The weather is improving and the sheep are waiting to meet you!
It’s been a snowy day here in the Preselis and beyond! The lambs have had their first snow day and proclaimed it a success as it means extra crunchies (aka super muesli for sheep) and plenty of hay throughout the day. Very cold out of the sun but they’re toasty warm in all that fleece.
Who’s had snow where they are?
We are taking bookings for 2024!
One bedroomed cottage in the beautiful Preseli Hills. Private, no through road with lovely walks to the highest point of the county from the front door. Easy access to all areas of Pembrokeshire. Friendly pet sheep and peaceful, traffic free spot to relax and take time out.
Well appointed accommodation with a newly refinished shower room and light airy living and sleeping space. King sized bed, CH, log burner, wifi, EV charging available. Sorry no pets at present.
Booking link through the website 😃
www.danclawdd-cottage.co.uk
The lamb gang are pretty inseparable and all incredibly sweet! Maisie has three chaps as her bodyguards which she may need when they eventually get to mingle with the grown ups!
The calendar is now open for 2024 bookings! The tariff is live on the website:
www.danclawdd-cottage.co.uk
Fresh air, sunshine guaranteed! And sheep! Friendly woolly sheep!
Please share with your friends and family. Sleeps two in king sized bed. EV charging available. No pets at present time. ☀️❤️
A rare day of sunshine last week meant I got out on the coastal path around Pwll Deri. Lots of seals and pups in the hidden safe coves down below 🦭 ❤️
Upcycled storage that we used when the barns were not watertight was turned into a lamb shelter yesterday in the rains and low cloud. They love it as they now have dry hay too in there over winter. Maisie and Benedict continue to grow (slowly!) and have two pals including Hopper in the photo who joined along with his pal Seth. Both welsh mountain lambs born this year and saved from being chops by ole softie here. So the gang is four and eventually they’ll meet the grown ups, when the Herdwicks have some more weight on to hold their own!
Beautiful flowers and card left by the guests who checked out this morning. They’ve had sunshine, gales, sideways rain and lambs! Thank you so much, your kindness is much appreciated. 💐😊
A couple of new additions at Danclawdd. Herdwick lambs born this Spring; Benedict is the first photo, so named as my friend thinks he has the whiff of Benedict Cumberbatch about him. Then little Maisie who’s named as such because she’s Amaaaazin’. They’ve both been a bit below par due to some issues picked up whilst they were in quarantine here, especially Maisie who had the vet out and was very poorly but they seem to be picking up now and hopefully gaining some weight. They’ll have their own space for a while before they mingle as they’re very small under that fflwff! This week has seen the introduction of a few hours in a small field and they’re very excited by that! They’re so tame they follow me like labradors. 😂
After a splendid June I have to say that July has been a wee bit of a washout!!! The current guests even lit the log burner as it was so wet and windy outside! Nothing like some real flames to make you feel cosy - even in midsummer! 🔥🙈😂😳
The warm weather also meant we needed to get our VERY hot and woolly sheep sheared. We shear quite early for the hills but the blend of sheep that we have grow thick Icelandic or Herdwick or Shetland fleeces, in some cases very heavy fleeces and I always worry about them getting flystrike when it turns warm and they’re long in wool. So Sunday brought with us a dry and settled day and Wyn, a local farmer who shears came over and got them all looking tidy.
I also say that sheep duties are a good test of marital harmony 😂 as is chasing errant sheep around the field, stopping them leaping sheep hurdles in a panic and then waiting for them to realise that they are indeed the same flock but they look & smell different.
Poor Basil is wondering if they offer sheep Botox for his wrinkles 😂🥰🙈🐑
The colours of the sea are breathtaking at the moment!! A glorious spell of dry settled weather albeit with some very high winds yesterday especially in the hills! I had a lovely walk around Stackpole and Barafundle, these were taken up on Stackpole Head in beautiful warm sunshine. 🥰
One of the jobs over the weekend was a local farmer/shearer coming to tidy some of the sheep derrières up in case of warmer weather and flies. A couple of the youngsters had got a little bit mucky around the bottom so they had a good ole tidy up to keep them cleaner and poor Basil got himself in the pen too so his fluffy tail had a trim. He’s got a three stage bottom hairdo going on from his bums and tums last September! - all they’ve had today is wind and rain around the nether regions tho!
The rain is pouring down here today, but the weekend was lovely and settled albeit pretty breezy yesterday. We had a lot of jobs to sort on the land and with the sheep but managed a walk around Aber Hescwm and a quick drive out to the a very wild Strumble Head yesterday afternoon.
We still have very good availability in May which is so unusual for us! It’s a stunning month to visit, light days, Spring flowers and uncrowded beaches and paths. The rest of the year also has a few gaps so check out the availability calendar or message me for details. 🥰
The cottage has had a lovely fresh paint of the main living and kitchen area over the winter. It’s super fresh and airy. Plus it’s got a fab new Nespresso Vertuo machine for those who need a coffee fix first thing! The sun has even returned for the start of the Easter holidays! We even have availability from Tuesday 11th April if you fancied a last minute getaway. Message me for details or comment below, book direct for best prices. 😊
It’s been toooo long since I posted here! Life has been ticking along with ups and downs but here we are, the 1st April and finally the rains have stopped! It’s been a wet March after a dry start to the year and I’m hoping we are now entering Spring. We have availability in the cottage, especially in May which is probably one of the best months to visit the county. Check out the website or drop me a message to book. We’d love to see you!
Yesterday, Goodwick Fishguard RNLI had an open day so we went to show support and they also were providing access to the North Breakwater pier. This is closed to the public and forms the outer massive breakwater for Fishguard port and the Stena ferry amongst other crafts. First built in 1906 it was strengthened in 1920 with the huge concrete blocks visible in the pictures to disperse the power of the sea before it reached the inner breakwater. It’s approximately 850m long to the light at the end. Yesterday was windy but sunny and we watched dolphins catching mackerel in the deep waters beyond the pier head. 🐬
It’s scorchio here in Pembrokeshire- no better time to explore the stunning hills and coastlines close to Danclawdd. Last week was a little cooler and perfect for wandering around Pwll Deri, one of my favourite stretches of coastal path.
We are fully booked until 16th September but have good availability from that date onwards. Autumn is a great time to visit as it’s quieter but often full of warm days and perfect temperatures to enjoy the peace and tranquility.
A good description of one of my favourite walks - but we call them Preseli Mountains despite them being officially hills. Mountain or hill this is stunning walk that can be done from the front door of Danclawdd.
https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2022/jul/01/a-great-hill-walk-to-a-great-pembrokeshire-pub-tafarn-sinc?fbclid=IwAR1xAHtuDlcwH9dGsHQMk9Bz6ph6Z3DVdTK7QFWbobNQ5mPKA4OGCb9o0CE
A summit with views of three countries shares top billing with a 5,000-year-old trail on this stroll
We have very limited availability this summer - these are the available August dates in the image below (minimum 5 night stay), booking available via the website or message me for details. 🥰
In the spirit of holidaying in even more remote places than Danclawdd we are currently in the Shetlands. House and animals are being admirably looked after by a house sitter and cottage cared for by my lovely housekeeper. I have to say - there are resemblances between some coastal parts of these islands to our beautiful home county. 🥰
Enjoying our first trip away since the first lockdown, in a fantastic place on Muckle Roe with views across the waters and bird life galore. Highly recommend a trip here if you appreciate nature, walking and beautiful vistas. Plus a bunch of incredibly friendly people, and a cake fridge!. ❤️
I’ve been very quiet updating here - my apologies! It’s been a busy time sorting things with our own house, some work travel and of course it’s been shearing time too! The sheep are delighted to be free of their heavy fleeces and to be cooler now the days are finally warming up. Here they are looking half the size they were last week!
Cold wind, hail and glorious huge skies today on a visit back to one of my favourite circular walks from Porthclais around to St Justinian’s. The scenery here never fails to disappoint and is a walk we’d always recommend. The kiosk is now open again too serving fabulous coffees, cakes, toasties, ice creams Porthclais kiosk ❤️🥰☀️
Yesterday was so beautiful. Despite a brisk breeze off the sea the sunshine was warm and the skies massive. Spring is slowly springing! ❤️😎
This sounds well worth a listen. Such a stunning spot to visit. 🥰
The flock has expanded! Two ewes and a wether at the back who’s half brother of Hamish in the current brood (a wether is a ram sans equipment!) Just under a year old and a blend of Icelandic, Shetland and Soay. First sheep with horns for us, but she’s a little sweetie. ❤️🥰🐑
It’s been a tad breezy here today but in all honesty I think we got off lightly! No power outages, no damage to anything, just branches off trees and the sheep really had had enough by about 2pm. The cottage opens tomorrow and I had visions of the roof coming off! 😱
Bookings are coming in - check availability on the Booking link or message for details. 🥰
It’s been a very very wet weekend here in Pembrokeshire! Thankfully last week there were a couple of lovely days where I was able to head out on the coastal path. A terrific circular walk around Aber Mawr and up to Pwll Deri one day and then a shorter stroll from Broad Haven to Haroldston Chins the next. Important to maximise the benefits of good weather!
We are getting booked now for a lot of the coming weeks so please check availability if you’d like a break in our peaceful corner of the county. 🥰❤️
If you stay at Danclawdd you’re always welcome to come and meet the pet sheep we have. Here are two of them - Basil looking regal on the bank and his sister Dot thinking of some hay. They’re mainly Herdwick sheep with a tiny bit of Suffolk in them and were bottle fed so basically behave like giant woolly labradors. Very adorable and always happy to meet new people. 🥰❤️😊
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We are taking bookings for 2024! One bedroomed cottage in the beautiful Preseli Hills. Private, no through road with lovely walks to the highest point of the county from the front door. Easy access to all areas of Pembrokeshire. Friendly pet sheep and peaceful, traffic free spot to relax and take time out. Well appointed accommodation with a newly refinished shower room and light airy living and sleeping space. King sized bed, CH, log burner, wifi, EV charging available. Booking link through the website 😃
The calendar is now open for 2024 bookings! The tariff is live on the website: www.danclawdd-cottage.co.uk Fresh air, sunshine guaranteed! And sheep! Friendly woolly sheep! Please share with your friends and family. Sleeps two in king sized bed. EV charging available. No pets at present time. ☀️❤️
Benedict and Maisie are still incredibly tame and very very cute!
It’s been a tad breezy here today but in all honesty I think we got off lightly! No power outages, no damage to anything, just branches off trees and the sheep really had had enough by about 2pm. The cottage opens tomorrow and I had visions of the roof coming off! 😱 Bookings are coming in - check availability on the Booking link or message for details. 🥰
Beautiful peaceful hour all on my own watching the seals and pups in the waters this morning. Always hidden spots to seek out. 🤫❤️🦭
Beautiful breezy morning up at Pwll Deri today. So peaceful if you know where to head to even in peak season. ❤️😎☀️
At the beach for 8.00 this morning. Completely glorious. Apart from the rubbish left by people in the dunes and on the beach. 😡
Newport was lovely first thing. The weather is set to break on Saturday but then hopefully return to some sunny spells albeit cooler with some showers. Well, it is summer in Cymru! 🏴 😎🤣
Best place to keep cool today!
The cottage is all ready for some anniversary celebration guests. Welsh cakes care of thekitchenpembrokeshire - always delicious! If you’re looking for some holiday freezer meals we’d highly recommend their options (home cooked with local produce) and they can also do afternoon tea as a special treat whilst you’re here. Check out their page or message me for more details. 🥰👍
We were on the first dolphin watching boat out of New Quay at 9.00 this morning. Rewarded with many dolphins spotted along the coastline along with countless kittiwakes, guillemots and the odd gannet diving into the clear seas. New Quay is about 50 minutes along the coast into Ceredigion and gets VERY busy in holiday season but an early morning visit is well worth it, plus the bay is excellent for dolphin watching. You can also book boat trips from Gwbert which head along Cardigan Bay too but they were booked solidly this weekend!
We spotted a few very happy seals fishing in the crystal clear waters around Cardigan Island this afternoon. This one was happy to pose for a bit and be filmed. 🦭 ❤️
If you’d like to be in the peace and quiet of Pembrokeshire and the Preselis we have some limited availability through the season. Check out the dates in the pinned post or message me for details. ❤️☀️😀
New additions to the flock - yet to receive their final names this brother and sister are hand reared and incredibly friendly. Currently quarantined from the others and will then be gradually introduced, ideally when it’s less hot as there will be chasing, some head butting and jostling I suspect. They’re mainly Herdwick crosses with a little Suffolk in them. We’ve spent their first 24 hours rescuing them from several escape and exploration haunts along the bank and behind the fencing, and untangling the ewe from a close encounter with some temporary fencing. (Now packed away!). It’s been very hot here this week, normally the hills are cooler but we are at 26 degrees today and not a whisper of air or breeze. Bring on some storms!
Between Storm Ciara and the impending Storm Dennis the seas still have an amazing amount of power in them! Taken at Pwllcrochan this morning - lovely blue skies for a walk with a good friend from Ty Pren Bach 🌊 💨 ☀️
It’s been an exciting day here at Danclawdd - eight new sheep have joined us for their forever homes. These ladies (and two castrated rams!) have come from a rescue centre and won’t be bred from or eaten but will help us keep the grass down. They’re very interactive when you shake a bucket at them and two have names (Minty is one and Wendy is another after my friend who kindly supplied her Defender and trailer and driving skill to collect them - seen here walking them to their field). So any new names welcome?! They’ve gone to join Patsy and Eddie our resident Herdwicks who seem a bit confused but happy to have company!
This was Freshwater West a little bit earlier today. It’s a wonderful beach, very popular with surfers but definitely no surfing today as Storm Freya is definitely building up power. Winds of up to 80mph forecast for coasts tomorrow and 60mph inland so I’m home now (with a sore throat 😫) and lighting a fire and hunkering down later with a some comforting chicken and leek pie from the butchers in Narberth and some red wine! Stay safe everyone..... 💨 ☔️
Last night was extremely windy here in the hills!! I was kept awake for a lot of the night and had half asleep worries that the sheep or pony would fly away, a tree would fall onto the cars or the cottage TV aerial might launch into space! Dawn arrived with two trees down in the track one of which we chain sawed away easily and the larger of the two was shifted by Gwillam, one of the farmers around Danclawdd who was lucky moving stock this morning and had the tractor available for easy clearance. Phew! We then ventured to Newport for a bit of a fresh air and yes, it was pretty blustery and spectacular. Cat Rock Café are open for coffees and cakes though so that was a welcome respite before the return leg. Has it been wild and windy where you are this Sunday?! 💨 #visitpembrokeshire
