Whispering Creek

A seaside cottage in New Quay

Whispering Creek is a comfortable semi-detached holiday cottage in the popular seaside town of New Quay, on the beautiful Ceredigion coast of West Wales. Practical and welcoming, sleeping four across two bedrooms, it makes an ideal base for a family seaside holiday — with sandy beaches, a pretty harbour and Cardigan Bay’s famous dolphins all close at hand.

The cottage

The cottage has two bedrooms, comfortably sleeping four, with a practical, easy layout that suits a family break by the sea. It is a relaxed, homely base to return to after a day on the beach or out on the water — somewhere to spread out, cook a meal and unwind. New Quay’s shops, cafés and harbour are all within easy reach.

New Quay and the dolphins

New Quay is one of the most charming little harbour towns on the Cardigan Bay coast, with sheltered sandy beaches, a working harbour and a relaxed seaside atmosphere. It is famous for its boat trips out to see the resident bottlenose dolphins — Cardigan Bay is one of the best places in the UK to spot them — and for its strong links to the poet Dylan Thomas, who lived here and drew inspiration from the town. It is a wonderful spot for a classic family seaside holiday.

At a glance

• Semi-detached holiday cottage in New Quay, Ceredigion
• Sleeps 4 across 2 bedrooms
• Comfortable, practical family layout
• Close to sandy beaches and the harbour
• Near dolphin-watching boat trips

Exploring the Ceredigion coast

New Quay makes a great base for exploring this glorious stretch of the West Wales coast. Just along the shore are the lovely beaches at Llangrannog and Cwmtydu, while the elegant Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron — famous for its colourful Regency houses and honey ice cream — is a short drive north. The long-distance Ceredigion Coast Path threads along the clifftops, offering superb walking and excellent chances of spotting dolphins, seals and seabirds from the land. For more places to stay in the town, see our guide to accommodation in New Quay.

Good to know

A self-catering cottage in the heart of a seaside town is a relaxed, flexible choice for a family — you can fit meals and outings around the beach and the tides, and walk to the harbour, the boat trips and the shops. New Quay’s sheltered beaches make it especially good for families with younger children, and the dolphin-watching is a real highlight. The Ceredigion coast is at its best from late spring through to early autumn, when the beaches, the boat trips and the coast path are all at their finest, so those weeks are the most sought-after and worth booking ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to four guests across two bedrooms.

Where is it? In the seaside town of New Quay, on the Ceredigion coast.

What’s special about New Quay? Its sandy beaches, harbour, dolphin-watching boat trips and Dylan Thomas links.

Is it good for families? Yes — sheltered beaches and a central, walkable location make it a great family base.

What’s nearby? New Quay’s beaches, Llangrannog, Aberaeron and the coast path.

Can you see dolphins here? Yes — Cardigan Bay is one of the best places in the UK for bottlenose dolphins, and boat trips run from New Quay’s harbour.

Is it good for a car-free break? Largely yes — the beaches, harbour, shops and boat trips are all within walking distance in town.

For a comfortable seaside cottage in New Quay, check availability for your dates using the booking options on this page.