Penbontbren B&B and Cottages

An award-winning luxury hideaway in the Ceredigion countryside

Tucked into 18 acres of rolling Welsh countryside at Glynarthen, near Aberporth and Cardigan, this beautifully restored farmstead is an award-winning luxury retreat offering both bed-and-breakfast suites and self-catering. With long views towards the Preseli mountains and the sandy beaches of Cardigan Bay only a couple of miles away, it is a tranquil, grown-up base for exploring this lovely stretch of the West Wales coast. It has collected a string of accolades over the years, including a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice award, and the welcome is as warm as the setting is peaceful.

Luxury suites and a self-catering cottage

The accommodation comes in two styles. There are spacious, well-appointed B&B suites finished to a high standard, including a lovely Garden Suite set in the middle of the grounds with its own private terrace overlooking the garden. For those who prefer their own space and the freedom to come and go, there is also a separate self-catering holiday cottage within the grounds. Whichever you choose, the emphasis is on comfort, quiet and that sense of a genuine country hideaway.

Breakfast and the setting

Guests staying on a B&B basis enjoy a substantial Welsh breakfast, cooked using fresh, wholesome ingredients to set you up for a day on the coast or in the hills. The real luxury here, though, is the surroundings: 18 acres of private grounds, sweeping countryside views and the kind of dark, quiet nights you only find well away from the towns. It is a dog-friendly retreat, so the whole family can come along — and with both B&B suites and a self-catering cottage on the same peaceful farmstead, it suits everything from a romantic couple’s escape to a longer, slow holiday exploring the coast.

At a glance

• Award-winning luxury farmstead retreat
• B&B suites and a self-catering holiday cottage
• Garden Suite with its own private terrace
• Set in 18 acres with views to the Preseli mountains
• Substantial cooked Welsh breakfast (B&B stays)
• Dog-friendly; around 2 miles from the coast

Exploring Aberporth and the Ceredigion coast

The hideaway sits in peaceful countryside near Aberporth, the seaside village known for its sheltered, sandy beaches and the bottlenose dolphins of Cardigan Bay. Within a short drive are some of the finest little beaches in Wales — Tresaith with its waterfall, the National Trust sands at Penbryn, and the dolphin-watching favourite of Mwnt — while the historic town of Cardigan, with its castle and riverside, is also close by. The Ceredigion Coast Path links them all for walkers. For more places to stay and ideas in the area, see our guide to accommodation in Aberporth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of stay are available? Luxury B&B suites, plus a separate self-catering holiday cottage in the grounds.

Is breakfast included? Yes for B&B stays — a substantial cooked Welsh breakfast using fresh ingredients.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, it is a dog-friendly retreat.

How far is the coast? Around two miles to the nearest beaches.

What’s nearby? Aberporth, Tresaith, Penbryn, Mwnt and the town of Cardigan.

Is it dog-friendly? Yes — it welcomes dogs, so the whole family can come along.

What makes it special? The combination of luxury suites, a private setting in 18 acres, sweeping countryside views and a string of awards, including a TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice.

When is the best time to visit? The Ceredigion coast is glorious in summer, while spring and autumn are quieter and beautiful for walking the coast path and watching for dolphins.

Book your Ceredigion escape

For an award-winning luxury hideaway with the choice of a B&B suite or your own cottage, and the Cardigan Bay coast close at hand, check availability and book using the booking options on this page.