Often referred to as the Garden of Wales, the county of Carmarthenshire offers visitors breath-taking views of its mountain ranges, historic and wildlife laden forests, combined with an expansive coastline with beaches and seaside resorts. The county is one of the oldest in existence and this is evidenced in its many castles and historical attractions, giving Carmarthenshire a unique combination of heritage and natural beauty spots. Read more
This charming two-bedroom 5* self catering holiday cottage is in a fantastic location on the outskirts of the market town of Llandovery. Being close to the Brecon Beacons National Park and within easy reach of places like Carreg Cennen Castle and Brechfa Forest. It has recently been refurbished to a very high standard to sleep up to four people in two bedrooms and is perfect for couples, friends or families, including those with dogs. Shops, cafes, pubs and Llandovery's market square are all within a short walk of Silver Birch Cottage, and there are excellent footpaths and cycling routes to help visitors explore the wider Carmarthenshire area, offering the best of town and country on the doorstep.
Three bedroomed cottage in extensive gardens & grounds. Picturesque setting in a peaceful corner of the Brecon Beacons National Park, just one mile from Llandeilo in West Wales. Ideal base for exploring the many ruined castles, historic places and gardens of the area as well as the beautiful west Wales countryside. Great walking and cycling.
Escape to The Lookout at Tregib, a tranquil woodland retreat in the Brecon Beacons National Park. This charming, wheelchair-accessible holiday cottage offers peaceful seclusion with leafy views and the soothing sounds of a babbling brook. Just minutes from Llandeilo, enjoy easy access to independent shops, Dinefwr Park, and the stunning landscapes of Bannau Brycheiniog. Adventure awaits with hiking, biking, and swimming, or exploring local attractions like Carreg Cennen Castle and the Gower Peninsula. With cosy self-catering facilities and nearby pubs, The Lookout is the perfect base for your next exciting getaway!
A central gateway to the Pembrokeshire National Park and Coast, The Old Coach House is a unique country estate destination in its own right. Wander through our 450-acre grounds as if they were your own, featuring two miles of riverbanks and 50 acres of ancient woodlands. Discover winding paths and relish the natural beauty of this tranquil sanctuary.
Welcome to Tŷ'r Capel Holiday Cottage Escape to the beautiful countryside of Cenarth and experience the perfect blend of comfort and nature at Tŷ'r Capel. We are in the heart of Cenarth, famous for its falls on the banks of the stunning River Teifi. Our charming cottage offers a tranquil retreat for couples, small families, and solo travelers alike. Why Choose Us? Comfortable Accommodation: Our well appointed rooms are designed to provide you with a cozy and relaxing stay. We have a very well equipped kitchen, modern amenities, quality bedding and stunning views from the terrace. Prime location: Located in the heart of Cenarth on the banks of the River Teifi, Tŷ'r Capel is just a two minute walk from the famous Cenarth Falls, you'll have easy access to the best that the village has to offer. Beaches: We are only a 20 minute drive from many beautiful beaches that the Cardigan Bay coastline has to offer. Fishing: Why not try your luck at some fishing from the end of our garden.
Main House Bedrooms Georgian Wing (First Floor):• Bedroom 1: The Kingfisher Suite – Superking bed, sofa, en-suite with shower, small walk-in wardrobe• Bedroom 2: The Stripes Suite – Superking bed, sofa, dressing room, en-suite with shower and bath• Bedroom 3: The Gold Room – King bed, en-suite with shower• Bedroom 4: Fountain View – King bed, en-suite with shower, small walk-in wardrobe• Bedroom 5: The Pearl Room – King bed, sofa, en-suite with shower Victorian Wing (First Floor): Named after the Brecon Beacons’ famous waterfalls• Bedroom 6: Sgwd Clun-Gwyn – Twin room, en-suite with shower over bath• Bedroom 7: Sgwd y Pannwr – Twin room, en-suite with shower over bath• Bedroom 8: Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn – 2 x Double bed, en-suite with shower over bath• Bedroom 9: Sgwd yr Eira – Double bed + Single bed, en-suite with shower over bath Adapted Annex (Ground Floor):• Bedroom 10: Afon T
Ty Log ("Log House", in Welsh) is a contemporary log cabin in a peaceful location with fantastic views and accessible accommodation for up to four guests in two bedrooms. It is part of a former working farm and guests have access to six acres of landscaped grounds which include ponds and a sensory garden. The cabin is less than 2 miles from Llangain, four miles from the coast at Llansteffan and only five miles from the ancient town of Carmarthen. The Gower, Pembrokeshire Coast and Brecon Beacons National Park are all within an hour's drive. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
This spacious lodge cabin looks perfectly at home in its woodland setting. It is one of a handful of self-catering properties scattered around the 44-acre Pantglas Hall Estate, with guests having shared access to amenities that include a heated indoor swimming pool, games room, tennis court, bar and restaurant. It is close to fantastic footpaths and cycling routes, with attractions like the National Botanic Gardens, Gower Peninsula and Brechfa Forest all within easy reach. The three-bedroom lodge sleeps up to six people and is perfect for families and friends.
The owners of Bwthyn Creigiau have turned a former Georgian piggery into a beautiful holiday cottage that sleeps six people in three bedrooms. Original beams and stone walls have been brought into the 21st-century with triple glazing and underfloor heating, and the family have used their experience to create a space that feels like home but which is accessible and wheelchair-friendly. The self-catering cottage is just outside the village of Llangain and a short drive from both historical Carmarthen and the Twyi Estuary and beaches, with the Gower and Pembrokeshire also accessible for a day out. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Blaendyffryn Fach. Set in a beautiful location on the edge of Llanllwni Mountain. Perfect for those wanting to get away from busy daily life. Peaceful , dog friendly accommodation with direct access to the mountain. If you enjoy being with nature this is the place for you.
Enjoying a peaceful location with amazing views and fabulous dark skies, this charming and award-winning holiday cottage is set in 17 acres of private woodland and gardens. Situated near Llandovery in the stunning Cambrian Mountains, this gorgeous rural retreat is perfectly located to explore Wales’ much-loved countryside. Basel Cottage sleeps up to four people and it is perfect for couples, families and friends alike and two dogs are welcome free of charge. There is a family Games Room and extra activities available on site now include Archery and Target Air Rifle Shooting with a qualified instructor. Winner of Best Dog Friendly Business in Carmarthenshire at The Carmarthenshire Tourism Awards 2024. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Perfect for couples, friends and singles, this cosy comfy annex provides a good self-catering base for exploring West Wales and its many attractions. Sitting on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Llanfynydd, the annex affords beautiful views and a lovely countryside setting from which to relax. Great outdoor activities and within easy reach of Carmarthen, the Brecon Beacons and the coast.
Winners of the National Tourism Award 2025 for Accessible and Inclusive Tourism, this beautifully presented Welsh cottage is full of charm. Dating back to the 15th century, it sits in a peaceful setting in Carmarthenshire in the picturesque Towy Valley. A wealth of attractions are close by, including the National Botanical Garden of Wales and the renowned Aberglasney Gardens. The stunning Pembrokeshire coast and golden beaches are within easy driving distance. Outdoor adventures abound, from scenic walks to the new Towy cycle path right on the doorstep. The property is wheelchair accessible, with a profiling bed and hoist available to hire if required. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Designed with comfort and accessibility in mind, this five-star property offers spacious, step-free living throughout. Wheelchair-friendly features include wide doorways, a modern wet room, and an additional family bathroom. A profiling bed is provided in the single room, with a portable hoist available to hire if required. All accommodation is on one level, making it ideal for guests seeking ease, independence, and a relaxing, inclusive stay. Thoughtfully planned spaces ensure safety, dignity, and convenience for every guest. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Kites' Nest is a snug and welcoming base for one or two people for romantic breaks, peaceful retreats or adventurous weekends. It is surrounded by natural beauty, stunning views of the Brecon Beacons from the picture windows and every convenience within and without. A relaxing base for those wishing to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Guests can pre-book a delicious wholefood continental breakfast for any morning during their stay.
Kingfisher Cottage is a delightful traditional end terrace single storey cottage nestled in the breathtaking Teifi Valley of rural Carmarthenshire. This welcoming holiday home sleeps four in two cosy bedrooms and is one of only four cottages on the picturesque Dol-Haidd Isaf estate near Newcastle Emlyn. Guests can explore 40 acres of beautiful countryside, including a private stretch of the River Teifi perfect for fishing. Whether you’re a couple, family, or friends, this Carmarthenshire holiday cottage offers a serene escape. The Teifi Valley, a designated SSSI, is a haven for birdwatchers, with 72 species already spotted. Enjoy nearby attractions like the Wales Coast Path, Pembrokeshire Coast Path, National Wool Museum, National Coracle Centre, National Botanic Gardens, and the Tregaron Heritage and Red Kite Centre, all just a short drive away.
"Oak View" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Llangadog. This pretty market town sits on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. This area is popular for walking, fishing and cycling with the Black Mountains, Crychan Forest, Cwm Rhaeadr and the River Towey waiting to be discovered. A walk up to...
"Dinefwr Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Carmarthen. Beautiful Carmarthenshire's Llandeilo sits majestically atop a hill over the Tywi River, Wales' largest river. Visits to the historic Dinefwr and Carreg Cennen Castles, as well as the charming shops, restaurants, and bars, round out this...
"Dolcoed" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Llandeilo. Llangadog is a small village within Carmarthenshire ,Wales. Situated in the heart of the Towy Valley halfway between Llandeilo and Llandovery. The village is on the western edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park and is surrounded by stunning...
"Halfstone House" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Llanelli. Escape to rural Wales, where this stunning detached Cottage offers serene luxury amidst the breath-taking vistas of the Gower and Llanelli.. 4 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Smart TV,...
"Pendine Sands - Holiday Accommodation 12302" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Carmarthen. The town of Carmarthen overlooks the banks of the River Tywi and boasts the ruins of a Norman castle, the site of a Roman amphitheatre, a museum containing Roman relics and a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants. Carmarthenshire is known...
"Thatched Cottage - UK50261" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Llanybydder. The peaceful forest setting, the elegant thatched roof, and the cosy woodburner. The private hot tub with stunning views is perfect for stargazing.. Ground Floor: Living room: Smart TV, Books, Games,...
"69 Ffordd Y Meillion" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Llanelli. Llanelli is a traditional mining town on the mouth of the River Loughor and has been extensively redeveloped, after the mining industry declined, to offer modern shopping centres, a theatre and the beautifully scenic Millennium Coastal Cycle...
"Blaidd Bach" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 5 guests in Carmarthen. Pencader is a small village in the Welsh county of Carmarthenshire, just south-east of Llandysul and south-west of Llanybydder. It is a quiet village set in a west Wales valley with little more than 500 houses a shop, a fine fish and chip shop...
"Mountain View Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Whitland. A little market town called Whitland is located on the River Tâf, 15 miles from Carmarthen. Aside from the Hywel Dda Gardens and Interpretive Centre, which has 6 wonderful gardens to visit, the small centre also contains a variety of tiny...
"The Retreat at Glanrannell Park House" is a 6 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 15 guests in Llanwrda. The town of Carmarthen overlooks the banks of the River Tywi and boasts the ruins of a Norman castle, the site of a Roman amphitheatre, a museum containing Roman relics and a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants. Carmarthenshire is known...
"The Old Carriage Court" is a 5 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Kidwelly. Kidwelly is a beautiful coastal town sitting in the centre of west Wales, with stunning countryside, magnificent seascapes and enchanting woodlands to explore, making it the perfect base for the keen adventurer. Explore the wonders of Kidwelly...
"Milk Wood 3 Spa" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Carmarthen. Laugharne, with its majestic castle standing on a low ridge overlooking the wide Taf River Estuary, is famous for its associations with the poet Dylan Thomas, and a visit to his Boat House and the writing shed where he wrote most of his works...
"6 Bed Cottage in Mynyddygarreg" is a 6 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Kidwelly. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 5 bedrooms − 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 bunk room with a double at the bottom and a single on top, 1 bunk room, and 1 bunk room suitable for...
"Parlwr - UK11210" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Llanybydder. With great walks and cycle routes from the doorstep, Parlwr is surrounded by lush countryside yet within easy reach of the coast.. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Lower Ground Floor: Dining...
"Heron's Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Carmarthen. Cosy bungalow just half a mile from the National Botanic Gardens and only 6 miles from Carmarthen.. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, DVDs Dining...
"Y Smithy - UK49022" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Llanybydder. Y Smithy is a lovely cottage dating back to 1826, perfect for two to explore this great area with your four legged friend!. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV,...
"Herdwick Hut Mountain Retreat" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Llangadog. A beautiful luxury, shepherd’s hut - perfect romantic break away to forget the hustle and bustle of your busy lives, situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park, looking out over the farms ancient meadows and Black Mountain range.. Steep Steps...
"The Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Llandeilo. Relax in the hot tub and enjoy beautiful views, this detached holiday property is just perfect for a romantic getaway.. All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: (1 Step), 24" Freeview TV, DVD Player,...
"Heddfan Annexe" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Whitland. Great annexe perfect for a romantic break for two with lovely views over the Welsh countryside.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible...
"Milo - UK45070" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Ammanford. Glamping pod with views over the Carmarthen countryside, perfect for a romantic break for two.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV Dining...
"Shadi - UK45069" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Ammanford. Glamping pod with views over the Carmarthen countryside, perfect for a romantic break for two.. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV Dining...
"Ty-Gan Dderwen" is a 8 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 17 guests in Llanelli. Resting just a short drive east of Llanelli in South Wales lies the charming village of Llangennech. Perched on the beautiful Gower Peninsula, the settlement is best known for the Blue Flag Llangennech Beach, a perfect spot for swimmers and...
"Y Felin" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 11 guests in Llanybydder. A small market town straddling the River Teifi, Llanybydder is a typical old Welsh town with a small selection of shops, including a Post Office, bakers and farmers co-operative, and a few pubs and eating places scattered throughout its...
"Sonnet 3 Spa" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Carmarthen. Laugharne, with its majestic castle standing on a low ridge overlooking the wide Taf River Estuary, is famous for its associations with the poet Dylan Thomas, and a visit to his Boat House and the writing shed where he wrote most of his works...
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For literary fans, the county has played an important role in 20th century poetry as it was home to Dylan Thomas who penned numerous poems in addition to screenplays in his short life. The poet often referred to the county as his inspiration for much of his work and for a time he lived in a small boathouse overlooking Carmarthen Bay.
Although the area is often associated with its beautiful rural landscapes, there are numerous beaches on its coastline too. Pendine beach is perhaps the most dramatic in the county and to the west you can view ragged cliffs and rock pools overlooking the water below, whilst the east is characterised by long stretches of sand and dunes. In fact, the beach was used as preparation for D-Day as parts of its makeup resembled Normandy. Carmarthenshire retains a healthy active and outdoor lifestyle and for enthusiasts of the great outdoors then it is one of the best places in Wales to visit. You can mountain bike around the wooded and mystical Brechfa Forest, raft or canoe down its various fast flowing rivers, horse ride along its windswept beaches and fish along its coast.
For nature lovers the county really is one of the most attractive around. The Brecon Beacons National Park and its gateway market town, Llandovery, offers numerous trekking and relaxed walking routes. From deep gorges, rugged carboniferous limestone and hidden caves, the park is full of surprises and natural wonders.
Some of the oldest castles in the whole of the UK and Europe can be found in the county. Carreg Cennen Castle features an underground passageway and spooky caverns, whilst the whole area is steeped in Arthurian legend. Carmarthenshire Museum is set in a 13th century house in Abergwili and features relics and information from throughout the county’s history, including a section of tree rumoured to be associated with the mythical Merlin.
Carmarthenshire also has its own culinary significance. Sewin, salt marsh lamb, laverbread (made from seaweed) and Carmarthen Ham are all specialities of the area and should definitely be tried in some of its numerous old age pubs and restaurants.
The county of Carmarthenshire manages to include a diverse range of different activities and interests within its borders. It is one of the most beautiful places in Wales and has inspired many people in numerous walks of life. For outdoor enthusiasts then you can find countless activities set amongst the stunning landscapes and the county has a deep sense of history with its castles and links to the mystical Middle Ages. From long stretches of coastline to rolling valleys, Carmarthenshire can boast to offering something for all tastes in the south of Wales.
