Found on the west coast of Wales, the county of Ceredigion is a centuries old region that has become a popular tourist destination. It’s sandy beaches and clear water leading out onto the Irish sea, coupled with the nostalgic feel of its small towns and villages, gives it a distinctly traditionalist appeal. It also boasts several mountains, vast ranges of rural land and unique wildlife to make it one of the most diverse counties in Wales. Read more
Escape to the country at Ysgubor, where you can enjoy incredible views of the Ystwyth Valley to the Cambrian Mountains. Just over a mile from the market town of Tregaron and Y Talbot pub, its location is ideal for enjoying Ceredigion's most beautiful attractions including the beaches at Aberystwyth and Cardigan, Cors Caron Nature Reserve and the Devil's Bridge waterfalls. There is space for six guests in three bedrooms, with child-friendly touches including their own play area on the mezzanine level. With two bathrooms and three living areas, plus a spacious garden and patio, Ysgubor is perfect for families and friends.
Couples love this pretty stone cottage in the heart of West Wales with beautiful beaches only a short drive away. Fern Cottage is on the family-run Thistledown smallholding. The owners have restored and renovated it to create a gorgeous, pet-friendly holiday home. The charming market town of Newcastle Emlyn is seven miles away, while the Ceredigion Coastline and beaches like Llangrannog, New Quay, Mwnt and Cwmtydu are all within around 10 miles. Fern Cottage has one bedroom and is available for bookings all year round with short breaks possible.
In a quiet location on the edge of a peaceful village in the beautiful Aeron Valley, Murmur Aeron is a wonderful holiday property for families and groups of friends who want both space and location. It is within walking distance of The Three Horseshoe Inn and village shop, and close to excellent footpaths and cycle paths. Cardigan Bay and its beautiful beaches are within easy reach, as are Aberystwyth and Lampeter. Once visited, guests often book to visit Murmur Aeron again!
Mid-Wales is probably one of the most relaxed places on the planet with a slow pace of life that lends itself beautifully to a holiday in the countryside. Although its location is quiet, Station House is within easy reach of many of the region's best attractions including Lampeter, Aberystwyth, Carmarthen, Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre (with great trails and daily Red Kite feeding), and the Cors Caron Nature Reserve, not to mention the stunning beaches of Cardigan Bay. Sleeping up to four people in two bedrooms, it is ideal for couples and families who want to step out of their busy lives to enjoy spending time together.
Getting away from it all does not have to mean giving up creature comforts. With space for three people in two bedrooms, Rhoslwyn provides a high-standard of dog-friendly accommodation for couples and small families who want a place to stay that is within easy reach of excellent footpaths, cycling trails, countryside attractions and the beautiful Ceredigion coast. Perfectly sandwiched between the coast and countryside, this beautiful part of Mid-Wales is just waiting to be discovered and enjoyed.
Big enough for families but still cosy and charming for couples, Trysor Holiday Cottage lives up to its name. This welcoming holiday cottage is in the quiet residential village of Sarnau, 20-minutes from National Trust Penbryn Beach and the Cardigan Coast Path, and within easy reach of Cardigan, Aberystwyth and Fishguard. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms, with a flexible layout to suit your needs. The beautifully converted carriage house is also pet-friendly, making it ideal for holidays with your four legged family members. Walking, cycling, surfing, kayaking, golf and horse riding are just a few of the many ways to enjoy this lovely part of Wales.
West Wales Cottage has been fully refurbished to provide very comfortable self-catering accommodation for families and friends with original features that include stone walls and oak trusses. The holiday cottage sleeps seven people in four bedrooms with two bathrooms and lots of space inside and outdoors. The cottage is in Plwmp, four miles from the coast and beaches like Llangrannog and Mwnt, with good access to footpaths and cycling routes. It's ideal for a holiday all year round.
This comfortable holiday cottage offers a warm Welsh welcome and sits on a family run farm, just a short drive from Aberystwyth. Enjoy the many attractions of Cardigan Bay on the doorstep and Aberystwyth's abundance of amenities just four miles away including pubs, restaurants, glorious beaches, promenade and the castle. Snowdonia National Park is within easy reach or simply just relax in the peace and tranquility of Mid-Wales.
Sitting in the Welsh village of Chancery, this welcoming single level holiday home is well suited for couples, small families and those with limited mobility having just one step to enter the cottage. Perfectly placed, the cottage is one of three in a tranquil setting, yet only four miles for the bustling seaside town of Aberystwyth on Cardigan Bay with its lovely beaches, shops, pubs, golf course, pier and castle. A great base for exploring Mid-Wales and also Snowdonia National Park.
One of three holiday cottages sitting on a farm in the village of Chancery nestling amidst glorious Mid-Wales countryside. The fishing port of Aberystwyth is just four miles away with its great choice of pubs and shops as well as its historic castle, golf course, cliff top railway, promenade and beaches for lazy days. A great base for exploring Cardigan Bay and the many attractions of beautiful Ceredigion.
This gorgeous holiday cottage overlooks Cardigan Bay and is steps from Treasaith Beach and the Ship Inn pub plus has direct access to the Ceredigion Coastal Path. Brigydon sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is perfect for couples and families, including those with dogs. Huge picture windows frame incredible waterfront views, with window seats where you can relax and enjoy spectacular sunsets. Walking, cycling, water-sports, boat tours, golf, and fishing are all easily accessible from Brigydon as are places like Aberporth, Llangrannog, Newport and Aberystwyth.
Retreat to the romantic backdrop of the Cambrian Mountains in this charming Ceredigion holiday cottage. Spaciously open-plan, Y Granar features a luxurious king-sized four-poster bed, an indulgent roll-top bath, a wood-burning stove, and a spacious deck with incredible views in every direction. The cottage is on the Tan yr Allt smallholding, just a mile up the mountain road from Tregaron with fantastic walks and bike rides from the door, and half an hour from the coast. It's ideal for couples or individuals who want to treat themselves to a wonderful holiday in stunning surroundings. Dogs of all sizes and varieties are welcome for no extra charge.
Discover Ceredigion, a beautiful part of Wales sandwiched between Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire National Park, abundant with award winning beaches and wildlife. This affordable holiday home sits in a prime position within walking distance of the popular golden sands of Penbryn (NT owned). A tranquil setting, superb coastal walks and a glorious beach on the doorstep. Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Y Bwthyn is a period holiday cottage in the friendly village of Talgarreg. It's right across the road from the village pub and close to the spectacular beaches of the Ceredigion coast. During your stay, you can walk along the breathtaking coastal footpath, set up your deck chair at beaches like Tresaith, Llangrannog, and New Quay, cycle for miles, and go for a sightseeing boat trip to see the dolphins that thrive in the clean waters of Cardigan Bay. The welcoming cottage sleeps two adults and two children/teens in two bedrooms and is ideal for couples or families. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Couples and families always feel welcome at The Old Barn. The charming stone holiday cottage is in a quiet village two miles from Mwnt and five miles from Cardigan. It's a fantastic location for walking, cycling, surfing, swimming, paddle boarding, and fishing, with gardens, castles, busy market towns and picturesque villages to discover. The Old Barn sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is child and pet-friendly. It's one of a collection of cottages sleeping between two and four people. Depending on availability, you can book them to accommodate families on holidays together.
This home-away-from-home is an ideal self-catering holiday home in Aberystwyth for couples, families and friends. It is spacious and welcoming, accommodating up to five people in four bedrooms. Tucked away on a quiet road just a mile from the centre of town, the house is ideally located for exploring the coast and countryside as well as for visitors or researchers working at the university or the National Library. Aberystwyth is a lively town with a fantastic atmosphere and lots to see and do all year round.
Hafod Cottage is a stylish holiday home in the peaceful village of Llanfarian, three miles from Aberystwyth and within easy reach of the beautiful Ceredigion Coast and Cardigan Bay. It has a hot tub, good WiFi and lots of other features that make it a welcoming, luxurious place to enjoy a break - the perfect choice for families as it can comfortably sleep up to four people in two bedrooms, with the potential for a fifth person on a comfortable sofa-bed in the private downstairs snug if necessary, but equally welcoming for couples and friends. The dog-friendly cottage has beautiful walks and bike rides from the door and lots of opportunities for coastal and hill walking, road cycling and mountain biking, golf, swimming and surfing. Local attractions include Aberystwyth's Victorian seafront promenade and cliff-top railway, Devil's Bridge Falls, and dolphin spotting boat tours.
Everything about this stylish family holiday home has been chosen with your comfort in mind. Elgandy Cottage sits in the tranquil village of Llanfarian, barely three miles from Aberystwyth and a stone's throw from the beautiful Afon Ystwyth. There are gorgeous walks and bike rides from the door, including routes leading to beautiful Blue Flag beaches, into the Cambrian Mountains, and beauty spots like Devil's Bridge Falls. The cottage is perfect for families and extended families, sleeping six people in three bedrooms and having a large garden with a four-person hot tub. The cottage is available for bookings all year round.
Corlan Cottage is a stylish holiday home with fantastic features that appeal to 21st Century guests. You can expect a hot tub, games room and bar, underfloor heating, good WiFi and lots of other features that make it a welcoming, luxurious place to enjoy a break with family and friends. The four-bedroom holiday home sleeps nine people and is less than three miles from the seaside town of Aberystwyth in the tranquil village of Llanfarian, with gorgeous rural views. It's a fantastic location for relaxing, walking, cycling and discovering the many and varied attractions of the Ceredigion coast and countryside.
Morawel translates from Welsh as "Sea Breeze" - an apt name for this lovely holiday cottage with its panoramic views over farmland. Morawel Cottage is off the road down a driveway in the idyllic Ceredigion village of Blaenannerch, only two miles from the coast and convenient for Cardigan, Fishguard, and Aberystwyth as well as spectacular beaches like Poppit Sands, Penbryn Beach, Traeth Bach, Mwnt and Llangrannog. The modern holiday home sleeps six people in three bedrooms and has two bathrooms, making it extremely welcoming and suitable for families or small groups of friends.
Like the bordering county of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion was a favourite spot of the poet Dylan Thomas, who took inspiration from the beautiful surrounding area and wrote 'Under Milk Wood’ based on his experiences here. Indeed, like many counties in this region, it has played a major role in Arthurian legends over the years and the almost mystical scenery and spiritual landscapes ensure that even today, you can imagine the magical nature of these legends coming to life.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a whole range of different activities in Ceredigion and the Ystwyth and Rheidol trails in particular, offer some challenging but rewarding routes. Amongst the open hills and remoteness of many areas of the countryside is Bwlch Nant yr Arian, a mountain biking route with 3 different trails. If going at a gentler pace is more amenable, then donning some sturdy shoes and taking off on foot around the glorious landscape is a fantastic experience and you can witness wildlife including warblers, deer or birds of prey on your travels. From the low down river valley walks, to the tranquil coastal paths and windswept mountainous trails, there is a walking route in Ceredigion to please all fitness levels.
Golfing is a particular sport that is held dear in the county and golfers of all abilities and handicaps can find challenging courses within its borders. Aberystwyth, Llanrhystud, Cardigan and Borth & Ynyslas all have stimulating courses with links conditions and great views over the coastline. Aberystwyth itself is a market town that is perhaps famous for its university but also has a great vibe to it. A bustling student population means that it holds lively and energetic nightlife, combined with the history of the Aberystwyth castle and nostalgia of its old town centre.
The town of Cardigan has windy narrow streets with small independent shops and hosts various festivals throughout the year including local food festivals, Christmas fairs and the Aberaeron Festival of Welsh Ponies and Cobs for kids and adults with a sense of fun. Indeed, culturally Cardigan is significant with the largest percentage of the population speaking Welsh as a fluent language.
Ceredigion is perhaps not as well-known as other counties in Wales, however it is a real gem just waiting to be discovered. It has a very typically Welsh landscape with mining and railway towns nestled amongst the acres of green hills and valleys. With various activities for everyone in the family, an active nightlife scene in the University town of Aberystwyth and a traditional charm, the county is one of the best areas that Wales has to offer.
