Title: Barnacle Cottage, Holiday Cottage Aberfforest Beach, Newport, Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, bathrooms 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 # Barnacle Cottage, Holiday Cottage Aberfforest Beach, Newport, Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, bathrooms ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104272800/104272727/46688a8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104272800/104272727/cb32d882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104272800/104272727/9acc8f45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104272800/104272727/7c70c9b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104272800/104272727/fa59f3b8_edited_2306.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Barnacle Cottage, situated 150 yards from Aberfforest Bay's beach, offers a charming retreat with an open-plan living space featuring exposed beams and comfortable sofas. Enjoy the well-equipped cottage style kitchen for family meals or unwind on the paved enclosed front patio with barbecue after a day spent at this idyllic cove. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - 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. ### Barnacle Cottage, Holiday Cottage Aberfforest Beach, Newport, Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, bathrooms Barnacle Cottage is situated 150 yards from the beach at Aberfforest Bay. It is a charming semi-detached stone barn converted from the original cow shed and retains lots of original character with exposed beams, feature stone and whitewashed walls. It is furnished in soft, neutral tones, and blues to reflect the sea and shoreline. The open-plan living space, with vaulted ceiling, has comfortable sofas and a wonderful wood-burning stove for cosying up on chillier evenings. The well-equipped cottage style kitchen has a farmhouse dining table where you can enjoy family meals together. There is a double bedroom and bathroom with P-shaped bath on the ground floor, while 2 sets of steep open-tread stairs lead up to the 2 pretty galleried bedrooms nestling in the eaves, one a twin while the other is a comfortable king-size with cosy curtains screening it from the sitting room below.The paved enclosed front patio is a real sun trap, sheltered from the wind, and an ideal spot to enjoy an alfresco meal on balmy evenings sitting round the barbecue, after a day spent down at the sandy/shingle cove of Aberfforest, and its neighbour Aber-Rhigian. These are some of the most unspoiled beaches in Pembrokeshire and a favourite haunt of the Cardigan Bay bottle-nosed dolphins and seals. The beach is ideal for kayaking and swimming, and for children to play in the rock pools and where the stream passes out of the woodland and crosses the beach. Just a minutes walk from Barnacle Cottage, nestled in the woods, is a beautiful waterfall, a fabulous place to explore for adults, children and dogs alike. Join the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path, which passes through Aberfforest, and explore this stunning coastline. There are some wonderful walks around Dinas Head, taking in the coves of Pwllgwaelod and Cwm yr Eglwys, or in the opposite direction towards the Parrog at Newport. The coastal villages of Dinas and Newport lie 1.5 miles in opposite directions and offer a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants to choose from, while the estuary and golden sandy beach at Newport are popular both for watersports and with bird and wildlife enthusiasts. A charming cottage for couples and families to enjoy a relaxing break.Restricted headroom on the first floor which is accessed by steep open-tread stairs. Boat launching by prior arrangement.Parking: Space for 2 cars. 3rd parking space available by prior arrangement - please contact Coastal Cottages on 01437 767600 or 01437 765765 if you require the 3rd parking space.Aberfforest is a very special bay on this beautiful coastline, pitted with tiny sandy coves and a favourite haunt of seals and dolphins. Deciduous ancient woodlands run down tiny valleys to the seas edge and birdwatchers and naturalists delight in the abundance of wildlife. The bay, which can only be approached by the general public over a long footpath, is almost private and has launching facilities available by prior arrangement. The small, sandy beach is perfect for swimming or kayaking and you may sometimes be joined by a seal. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs past Aberfforest; follow this for fantastic scenic walks to Newport beach and Dinas Head. The villages of Dinas and Newport with their shops, pubs and restaurants are under 2 miles, a pleasant walk in good weather. The rugged Preseli hills are a short drive away and the nearby ancient woodlands at Ty Canol are rich in local history and wildlife.  The following properties are approximately 150 yards from the beach:Part of a group of six farm buildings including Seahorse Cottage (12050), Crab Cottage (10885) and Hen Ty Llaeth (12750). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: 1 pets allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No 'party houses' or 'hen and stag parties' ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Note from host: No 'party houses' or 'hen and stag parties' 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 13498 ## About the area Newport is home to this cottage. Last Invasion Gallery and Theatr Gwaun are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dyffryn Fernant Gardens and Moorland Cottage Plants. Melin Tregwynt Woolen Mill and Preseli Venture are also worth visiting. [Visit our Newport travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newport.dx6141849) [View more Cottages in Newport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newport-Cottages.d6141849-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C52.01796%2C-4.87961&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HeK7nvxDjTgkzzm_d-nmLOGuR-0=) Newport, Pembrokeshire ### What's nearby - Aberfforest Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles - Newport Sands - 12 min drive - 5.5 miles - Fishguard Port - 15 min drive - 7.1 miles - Ffald-y-Brenin Trust - 20 min drive - 7.6 miles ### Getting around - Fishguard & Goodwick Station - 18 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 152 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Creswells Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Ocean Lab - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Rose & Crown - ‬15 min drive - ‪Beaches Diner - ‬14 min drive - ‪Royal Oak - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Barnacle Cottage, Holiday Cottage Aberfforest Beach, Newport, Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, bathrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Barnacle Cottage, Holiday Cottage Aberfforest Beach, Newport, Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, bathrooms? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Barnacle Cottage, Holiday Cottage Aberfforest Beach, Newport, Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, bathrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Barnacle Cottage, Holiday Cottage Aberfforest Beach, Newport, Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms, bathrooms located? > Situated in Newport, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Aberfforest Beach and Traeth Mawr. Newport Memorial Hall is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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