About this property
Escape to Penally Mews, a charming Welsh cottage in St Dogmaels, near Cardigan. Surrounded by history, coastline, and natural beauty, this is an ideal retreat for couples, families, and outdoor lovers alike. Penally Mews is a spacious and thoughtfully arranged house set close to the River Teifi, offering a fantastic base for larger families or groups of friends looking to enjoy West Wales together. With generous living areas, flexible sleeping arrangements and plenty of outdoor space, this is a home designed for shared moments and easy holiday living. Across two floors, the layout flows naturally and feels welcoming from the moment you enter your new fabulous holiday abode.
On the ground floor, a double bedroom with its own en-suite basin and WC is ideal for guests who prefer fewer stairs, while a separate cloakroom adds extra convenience. The open-plan kitchen and dining area quickly becomes the hub of the house, perfect for long breakfasts, lively evening meals and planning days out. Well equipped with a gas range, electric oven, American-style fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and AirFryer, it caters effortlessly to group catering, while the large dining table seats everyone comfortably for memorable gatherings. Just beyond, the lounge offers a generous seating area and Smart TV, creating a great spot to settle in after a day spent exploring the coast and countryside.
An utility with WC completes the ground floor whilst upstairs, five inviting bedrooms provide plenty of choice for every guest. These include a bunk room, a two 4ft doubles, a further double and a king-size bedroom with its own en-suite shower room, giving welcome privacy. A spacious family bathroom with a bath and separate shower serves the remaining rooms, making busy mornings run smoothly. Outside, Penally Mews continues to impress with two enclosed garden areas, thoughtfully arranged so children and dogs can enjoy their own spaces safely whilst off-road parking for several cars adds to the ease of your stay. The unbeatable location has you situated close to the historic St Dogmaels Abbey and the renowned Y Felin - one of the only working traditional mills in the UK.
Just a short walk to the nearby slipway allows for estuary adventures, giving direct access to the beautiful Têfi Estuary, perfect for fishing, paddleboarding, and kayaking. There are scenic walks on your doorstep with steps from the cottage down to a stunning estuary path whch leads to the village park and continues on to the famous Wales Coast Path. Enjoy local life and food at the award-winning St Dogmaels Producers’ Market which is held every Tuesday and is within easy walking distance. Nearby, enjoy the White Hart Inn, voted the UK’s friendliest pub, or dine at the Ferry Inn with its stunning estuary views.
Enjoy the waves with the Blue Flag Poppit Sands beach just over a mile away or take in nearby Cardigan, packed with excellent restaurants and unique independent shops. Cardigan Castle, the birthplace of the Welsh Eisteddfod in 1176 stands proudly overlooking the river and offers a fascinating glimpse into local and nations history, while the surrounding streets are full of places to browse, eat and enjoy the atmosphere. Cilgerran's Wildlife Park is a haven for nature lovers. Whether you’re looking to explore local history, enjoy coastal walks, relax by the water, or sample the best of local food and drink, Penally Mews is the perfect base for your West Wales escape.
St Dogmaels is an ancient and tranquil village nestling peacefully around its ruined abbey at the mouth of the River Teifi on the totally unspoiled west Wales coast. One of its attractions is Y Felin, one of only two working watermills in Wales and retains the machinery installed in 1820. It is thought the mill was originally built by the monks of St Dogmaels' 12th century Abbey. The miller shows how the mill works and bread, flour and cakes can be purchased from the mill or you can enjoy tea and cakes and light lunches in the Coach House Café nearby. An award winning local produce market is held here every Tuesday and is well worth a visit. The village has a pub, a fish & chip shop, a Post Office, a cafe and a small museum at the abbey. There is also a pretty green and a millpond with ducks. Cardigan, a delightful ancient market town, is just over a mile away. This ancient town sits on the estuary of the River Teifi at the base of Cardigan Bay. Its unspoilt townscape and rich heritage provide a nostalgic backdrop to a thriving culture of arts and crafts, events and music festivals. Nearby is the wonderful Poppit Sands where you can relax on sunny days or enjoy invigorating walks in the cooler months, as well as exploring the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast Path. St Dogmaels is the start or finish of the 186 mile Pembrokeshire Coast Path from St Dogmaels to Amroth. Visit Castell Henllys, the Iron Age Fort where everyone is encouraged to learn the ancient way of living, or visit the wonderful Shire Horse Farm to see how farming was before tractors. The Cardigan Bay dolphins can be seen off the bay on a regular basis and more active pursuits can be found at Cardigan Bay Active, including surfing, wildlife trips or coasteering. With scenic coastal, riverside and countryside walks and an array of other beaches and attractions all close by, this is a perfect holiday location all year round.
Accommodation
Six bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite basin and WC, 3 x double, 1 x bunk.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Lounge.
Utility room with WC
Gas central heating.
Gas range, electric oven, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, airfryer, kettle, toaster, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot, and fitted stairgate available.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed gardens: one section for dogs, one for children.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub and river 0.1 mile.
Note: Paddle boards and kayaks are available - please use at your own risk.
Note: Wetsuits may be available on request.
Note: This property requires a Good Housekeeping Bond of £500