Title: 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views Cottage in Haverfordwest with kitchenette ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91090000/91090000/91089994/0af2d19f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91090000/91090000/91089994/b23202a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91090000/91090000/91089994/6cb9f94e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91090000/91090000/91089994/5a034c87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91090000/91090000/91089994/1560a4f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a serene country hamlet, Milford Haven Marina and Haverfordwest are within easy reach from this peaceful haven. Enjoy beautiful garden views and stargaze under the night sky in your own private seating area or watch TV on one of the 2 smart LG flat screens. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views Thistledown Lodge is a peaceful, self-contained cottage just 5 minutes from Broad Haven Beach. Enjoy your own garden, seating area, and private parking. Relax in comfort with beautiful countryside views. Dog-friendly for up to two medium-sized dogs 🐕—the perfect base to explore Pembrokeshire’s coast, beaches, and wildlife. Follow us on social media 👍 3 guests maximum. Thistledown Lodge offers a stylish open-plan living area with a modern kitchen featuring a fridge, dishwasher, induction hob, and combination oven, grill, and microwave. (Instructions provided) There’s a very comfortable sofa bed in the living area for an extra guest. The bedroom has a 6-foot zip-and-link bed, which can be separated into two singles. Our bed gets lots of great reviews. Enjoy entertainment with Smart TVs (bedroom & living room), satellite channels, and free Wi-Fi. The bathroom includes a walk-in shower, free toiletries, towels, and bedding provided for your stay. Guests have full use of the private garden and outdoor seating area — perfect for relaxing after a coastal walk. There’s off-road parking available beside the lodge for easy access. Before arrival, guests will receive a message through Airbnb with full check-in instructions and local tips for exploring the area. Local Area & Things to Do Thistledown Lodge is just a 5-minute drive (2.5 km) from Broad Haven Beach — ideal for swimming, paddleboarding, and sunset walks. Nearby Little Haven (8 mins / 3.5 km) offers a charming cove, pubs, and seaside dining, while Nolton Haven (12 mins / 6 km) provides quiet sands and dramatic cliffs. Pembroke Castle - 17 km / 20 mins Coastal Walks Explore the Pembrokeshire Coast Path directly from Broad Haven: • Broad Haven Circular Walk – 2.6 km (~45 min) • Broad Haven to Nolton Haven – 6 km (~2 hrs) • Broad Haven & Haroldston Woods – 5.1 km (~1.5 hrs) All routes offer breathtaking sea views and opportunities to spot local wildlife. Wildlife & Nature • Skomer Island – 20 mins to Martin’s Haven for boat trips. Between April–August, see puffins, guillemots, and seals in their natural habitat — a must-see! • Dolphin & Seal Spotting – Head to St Brides Bay, Broad Haven, or Newgale for frequent sightings. Boat tours run from Dale and Martin’s Haven. Eateries, Cafés & Ice Creams • The Ocean Café Bar & Restaurant (Broad Haven) – seafront views, homemade cakes, and delicious meals. • The Galleon Inn (Broad Haven) – relaxed pub classics with local ales. • The St Brides Inn (Little Haven) – a cosy, traditional pub, just 8 minutes away. • Sunset Café – perfect for breakfast or takeaway coffees. • Creamy Vanilla Ice Cream Parlour (Broad Haven) – local favourite for a post-beach treat. Travel Distances • Broad Haven Beach – 5 mins (2.5 km) • Little Haven – 8 mins (3.5 km) • Nolton Haven – 12 mins (6 km) • Martin’s Haven (Skomer Island boats) – 20 mins • Haverfordwest (shops & supermarkets) – 10-15 mins ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Dishwasher - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33603700/33603649/4899e327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning rural cottage central to all Pembrokeshire beaches. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.77129%2C-5.05306&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mPue1MtL239uORk4dW5VHUIAyso=) Haverfordwest, Dyfed #### What's nearby - Broad Haven Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles - Withybush General Hospital - 12 min drive - 6.3 miles - Hilton Court Gardens - 19 min drive - 11.0 miles - Newgale Beach - 22 min drive - 14.2 miles - Pembroke Castle - 22 min drive - 13.0 miles #### Getting around - Johnston Station - 6 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 137 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Marble Hall Chippy - ‬11 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Glen - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Swan Inn - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Broad Haven Beach. Haverfordwest Castle and Town Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5 minutes from the beach, centraly located, country side views Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie A. 11 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good few days in Pembrokeshire Comfortable clean and well equipped lodge in quiet surroundings a short drive from lovely beaches ##### Julie A. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Huw W. 9 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent I stayed at the property with my wife and our Cockerpoo dog whilst our son was on his football team end of season tour in Broadhaven. The property was beautiful, very well fitted out and very clean, we had a warm welcome from the host who asked if we were ok with their son having a bbq with guests in the Saturday evening in their adjoining property, and even suggested we join them for a drink. Great location, lovely property and very welcoming hosts. Highly recommended! ##### Huw W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan B. 1 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy An absolute gem of a property, run by outstanding hosts ##### Jonathan B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beata 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Cosy and very tidy property, excellent location for exploring Pembrokeshire. Beautifully decorated, comfy bed and large enclosed garden. Everything was excellent! Beata and David ##### Beata Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Susan C. 15 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable stay in convenient location Compact property but has everything you need. Bed comfortable and sofa in lounge very big and comfortable.Convenient for Little Haven which is charming. ##### Susan C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### D B. 15 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All good Everything ok, would definitely stay again ##### D B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew 31 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A lovely stay thank you, Marion and Andy. The cottage was spotlessly clean and comfortable, with everything we needed for our 3 nights away Great location 5 mins from beaches, local walks, pubs and cafes. A stunning part of Cymru Diolch yn fawr ##### Andrew Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kent S. 27 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2 night stay Property was excellent on all levels. Booked this for the location when visiting our son and his family. Not disappointed at all and hosts were excellent. Will definitely stay again. ##### Kent S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ute B. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful We stayed four days and were warmly welcomed. The cottage is well equipped and cozy. It is ideal to explore Pembrokeshire. We would definitely love to come back. ##### Ute B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa N. 30 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Teresa nettleton Nice clean and very comfortable lovely helping owner would certainly use again good value for money x ##### Teresa N. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jake H. 21 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay Had a fantastic 2 night stay. Perfect location, stunning property and grounds. Excellent communication with owner and would definitely love to stay again in the future. ##### Jake H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max S. 19 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Review Very nice ##### Max S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janine H. 5 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic accommodation The property was spotlessly clean and furnished to a really high standard, the owners had thought of everything. Perfect location and close to lots of amazing places. I would highly recommend the lodge and would love to stay again. ##### Janine H. 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