Y Bwthyn Romantic Cottage

A Secluded Romantic Cottage near St Davids

Y Bwthyn is a beautifully secluded one-bedroom holiday cottage tucked into a quiet valley just outside St Davids, on the stunning Pembrokeshire coast. Sleeping two, it is an idyllic, peaceful retreat for a couple — close enough to walk into Britain’s smallest city, yet hidden away in its own green corner, half a mile from the sea. For a romantic escape with a real sense of getting away from it all, it is hard to beat.

The cottage

This characterful one-bedroom cottage sleeps two, with a king-size double bed that can be configured as twins, and a travel cot available for babies. There is a well-equipped kitchen and dining area, an open-plan sitting room with a wood-burning stove for cooler evenings, central heating, a washing machine, and a TV with DVD player. A thoughtful bookshelf of local maps, guides and Welsh cultural reading helps you make the most of the area. It is comfortable, complete and genuinely welcoming.

The setting

Outside there is a private patio with a barbecue, a lovely spot to relax after a day on the coast path. The cottage sits beside Felin Isaf, the old Bishop’s cornmill, downstream from St Davids Cathedral in a secluded valley — peaceful and private, yet only about a ten-minute walk from the centre of St Davids along a bridle track. The sea is around half a mile away. It is the kind of hideaway that couples return to year after year.

At a glance

• Secluded one-bedroom cottage, sleeping two
• Wood-burning stove, well-equipped kitchen and private patio with BBQ
• King-size bed (convertible to twins); travel cot available
• About a 10-minute walk from St Davids centre; half a mile from the sea
• In a quiet valley beside the old Bishop’s cornmill

St Davids — Britain’s smallest city

St Davids is the smallest city in Britain, a tiny but characterful place famous for its magnificent medieval cathedral and the atmospheric ruins of the Bishop’s Palace, all set within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Despite its size it has a lively scene of galleries, cafés and independent shops, and it makes a wonderful base for exploring this spectacular stretch of coast. For more on the area and other places to stay, see our guide to St Davids accommodation.

Exploring Pembrokeshire

The surrounding coast is some of the finest in Britain. The golden surf beach at Whitesands Bay is close by, boat trips run out to the wildlife haven of Ramsey Island to see seals, porpoises and seabirds, and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path offers breathtaking cliff-top walking in both directions. Whether you want to swim, surf, walk or simply watch the sunset over the sea, it is all within easy reach of this peaceful little cottage.

Good to know

A secluded cottage for two within walking distance of St Davids is a rare combination — you get the peace and privacy of a hidden valley, with a wood burner and a private patio to enjoy, yet the cathedral, cafés and galleries of Britain’s smallest city are only a short stroll away along the bridle track. That makes it ideal for couples who want to leave the car behind for a few days and explore on foot, whether that means an evening meal in town or a sunrise walk on the coast path. St Davids and its peninsula are glorious year-round, and a snug, characterful base like this comes into its own in the cooler months as much as in summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Two guests — ideal for a couple.

How far is St Davids? About a 10-minute walk to the centre along a bridle track; the sea is half a mile away.

Is there a wood burner? Yes — there is a wood-burning stove in the open-plan sitting room.

What’s nearby? St Davids Cathedral, Whitesands Bay and boat trips to Ramsey Island.

Plan your Pembrokeshire break

For a secluded, romantic cottage for two within walking distance of St Davids and the coast, Y Bwthyn is an idyllic choice. To check dates and availability, use the booking options on this page.