St Brides Castle

Self-catering apartments in a Victorian castle above St Brides Bay

This is the chance to stay inside a genuine Pembrokeshire castle. A 19th-century baronial country mansion, redesigned in 1833 and a winner of a Prince of Wales Award for Architecture, it has been turned into characterful self-catering apartments set in 99 acres of mature parkland within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. With spectacular views across St Brides Bay towards the Irish Sea and accommodation sleeping up to eight, it is a memorable base that combines grand surroundings with the freedom of self-catering and a host of on-site facilities.

Castle living with sea views

The apartments make the most of the castle’s setting, with comfortable, well-proportioned living space and breathtaking views over the bay. Sleeping up to eight, this accommodation suits families and groups who want something out of the ordinary — the grandeur and history of a Victorian castle, paired with the practicality of your own kitchen and living space so you can come and go as you please.

Pools, tennis and plenty to do

One of the joys of staying here is everything on the doorstep within the estate. There is a heated indoor swimming pool, an exercise room, a sauna and a steam room, three outdoor tennis courts, an all-year bowling green, a croquet lawn and a seasonal pitch-and-putt course. A games room offers table tennis, pool, snooker and billiards, and families will appreciate the adventure playground and barbecue area. There is also an on-site shop and Dylan’s bar and bistro, plus free WiFi — so even on a rainy Pembrokeshire day there is plenty to keep everyone happy.

At a glance

• Self-catering apartments in a Victorian baronial castle
• Sleeps up to 8
• Set in 99 acres of parkland with views over St Brides Bay
• Heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and exercise room
• Tennis courts, bowling green, croquet, pitch-and-putt and games room
• On-site shop, bar and bistro, adventure playground and BBQ area
• Within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

St Brides Bay and the Pembrokeshire coast

The castle stands above St Brides Bay, with some of the finest coastline in Wales all around. The pretty beaches at Little Haven and Broad Haven are close by, the wild Marloes peninsula and its sands are within easy reach, and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path runs along the cliffs for spectacular walking. Further afield you can visit the cathedral city of St Davids, the county town of Haverfordwest, and take a boat trip out to Skomer Island to see its famous puffins and seabirds. For more ideas, browse places to stay across Pembrokeshire.

A castle with real history

St Brides Castle is no mock folly. The baronial mansion was given its present grand form in 1833, and its quality has been recognised with a Prince of Wales Award for Architecture. Set in 99 acres of mature parkland that run down towards the cliffs, it has the sweep and presence of a true country estate, with lawns, woodland and sea views in every direction. Staying here puts that whole setting at your disposal, which makes it a genuinely special choice for a family holiday or a get-together with friends — somewhere the building and grounds become part of the trip, not just a place to sleep. With so much to do on site, from the indoor pool to tennis and the games room, it is also a reassuring choice for a Pembrokeshire holiday whatever the weather decides to do.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to eight guests in self-catering apartment accommodation within the castle.

What facilities are there? A heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room, gym, tennis courts, bowling green, games room, playground and an on-site bar and bistro.

Are there sea views? Yes — spectacular views over St Brides Bay.

Where is it? Above St Brides Bay in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, near Little Haven and Broad Haven.

Plan your Pembrokeshire break

For a holiday with a real sense of occasion — a castle setting, sweeping sea views and pools, tennis and games on site — this is a wonderful base for families and groups. Check current availability and dates using the booking options on this page.