Guests say
Wood Cottage is a charming and tranquil retreat, praised for its beautiful garden, peaceful woodland setting, and proximity to stunning beaches and walks. Guests consistently highlight the excellent location, well-equipped kitchen, and comfort of the beds. The cottage is ideal for families, dog owners, and nature lovers. While most reviews are highly positive, a few mention areas needing maintenance and minor updates. The caretaker receives frequent commendation for her helpfulness. Overall, Wood Cottage offers a delightful base for exploring Pembrokeshire and enjoying a relaxing holiday in nature.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, with several describing it as spotless on arrival. A few reviews mention minor issues such as grubby rugs or areas needing a little more attention, but these are outweighed by the positive feedback.
The location is universally praised, with guests loving the peaceful, secluded setting, direct access to woodland walks, and proximity to beaches and local attractions. The tranquil environment and beautiful surroundings are standout features.
Guests frequently mention comfortable beds, cosy atmosphere, and a well-equipped kitchen. Some note the cottage is snug for six people and mention a small double bed, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The cottage is well-equipped with quality appliances, hot water, and thoughtful touches. However, some guests report maintenance issues such as a broken shower door, low lighting, and outdoor furniture challenges, indicating room for improvement.
The caretaker is repeatedly praised for her helpfulness and responsiveness, and the cottage is described as thoughtfully equipped. While some guests mention thoughtful touches like DAB radios and wood for the fire, gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Set in a superb woodland location within the National Trust managed Stackpole Estate, and within walking distance to Barafundle Beach and Bosherston Lily Ponds.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Doors Leading To Patio & /Garden Area
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (2ft 6in) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, DAB Radio
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview Smart TV, DAB Radio
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, courtesy hand towels only, Wi-Fi and initial supply of fuel for open fire included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed, lawned 1-acre rear garden with sitting-out area, barbecue and garden furniture. Bike Store. Private parking for 3 cars. 2 small-medium sized dogs welcome. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the garden.. Nestled within the historic Stackpole Estate, this gem boasts a rich, 500-year legacy steeped in Scottish aristocracy and heritage. Wood Cottage is a charming ’chocolate box’ retreat, perfect for your next getaway. This secluded gem offers an enchanting blend of historical charm and modern comfort.
Relax by the open fire, prepare meals in the spacious open plan kitchen/diner, and unwind on the large patio overlooking the lush gardens and babbling stream. Explore the unparalleled coastal beauty just a 15-minute stroll away, with exceptional beaches, the Pembrokeshire National Coast Park footpath, and the internationally renowned National Nature Reserve Set within three quarters of an acre, this historic former Head Gardener’s cottage offers complete seclusion, ensuring a peaceful and magical stay. Come experience the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the timeless allure of nature – at Wood Cottage.
Internally the cottage has been finished to a good standard throughout with a spacious living room and open fire, the open plan country kitchen diner is bright and airy and well equipped and leads out to the large patio area perfect for enjoying al fresco dining or early morning coffee listening to the bird song. Each bedroom has been thoughtfully furnished to provide a good level of comfort throughout. The cottage is perfectly positioned within walking distance of some of the most exceptional beaches in the area. Barafundle Beach, often described as and so often described as an exotic Maldives beach - is one of the best loved, unspoilt and jaw dropping sandy bays in Europe - and just a gentle short stroll away.
Explore the breathtaking Pembrokeshire Coast Path, which offers stunning cliff-top views, wildlife spotting opportunities, and invigorating walks. The path is perfect for both casual strollers and serious hikers, providing access to some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in Wales. A scenic woodland track from the cottage leads you to the famous Bosherston Lily Ponds. This serene spot, with its beautiful lilies and resident wildlife, is a must-visit. Enjoy a leisurely walk around the ponds, where you might spot otters, dragonflies, and a variety of bird species.
Small to Medium sized dogs only allowed.
There are restrictions on some pet breeds, please call to confirm.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
EPC Rating = C
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (20)
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Clare Coleflax
Firstly I would like to say we enjoyed our time here and Athena the caretaker was a great help.I think she has a lot to take on due to her health so she does a wonderful job.The reason I am giving 3 stars is that the accommodation is definitely not 4 star. We spent a lot of money for our 2 week stay and feel this price is definitely not reflected in the property itself so felt disappointed that everything wasn't in good order.Athena did make us aware of the issues I have raised so the owner must be aware of the work that needs doing.The house is in a beautiful location and extremely peaceful.Be aware the stream at the bottom of the garden is not fenced and there is a bit of a drop to it and there is a tunnel. This could a danger to inquisitive children or dogs.The house is tired and really does need updating in some areasThe shower door is broken so water would go all over the floor.No outside lights worked so this was extremely dangerous to go outside in the dark especially when you have mobility issues.We asked for a stair gate which we promptly got but sadly this wasn't in good working order so we had to just balance it on the stairs.The TV was hit and miss due to the lack of connectivity and the DAB radio was apparently tuned in but it was very poor reception so we couldn't listen to it.Light switches were missing so it was dark in the bathroom and we had to use a shaving light.The house was clean but grubby rugs, lights etc.The entrance lobby was a fire risk due to overloading of cables and the fire extinguishers looked liked they've not been serviced for a while.Telephone is advertised but this has been disconnectedThe sofa in the room was torn so had to have a blanket over it.The outdoor furniture was kept in the summer house and we were told it had to be put away at the end of each day. This was not possible due to the sheer size and weight of the table so we were unable to enjoy meals outdoors.This is definitely not a 4 star property but it is a beautiful and peaceful house. Sadly it needs money spending on it to give it the stars it needs.I hope the owner can ensure these points can be rectified.I did take a few photos but there is no option to upload.If you see my review on Google reviews then you can see the photos there.We would definitely return when the issues have been rectified.
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Richard Williams
This comfortable, warm and cosy cottage is very well equipped with good quality appliances, crockery and cutlery. The beds are extremely comfortable with excellent duvets, pillows and bed linen. The provision of DAB radios in the bedrooms and kitchen are a thoughtful touch.The cottage is not large but as we were only four this was not an issue. A party of six may find it a little cramped.The owner has put a great deal of thought in to fitting out the cottage so we were a little disappointed that the lighting in the sitting room, bedrooms and bathroom was really quite low and challenging making reading, shaving and applying make-up difficult. The addition of an extra mirror to the side of the basin in the bathroom and a mirror over the chest of drawers by the window in the double bedroom would be helpful.The setting of Wood Cottage makes for a very peaceful and relaxing holiday and gives a feeling of going back in time.
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Confirmed Guest
Fabulous cottage and stay in an awesome location. Thank you so much. Slight down on amenities as shower, while hot was quite small and double bed was small for two adults. These are minor matters as the cottage was excellent and we made some very happy memories. Thank you