Fisherman’s Cottage
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Settled on the outskirts of Llandysul is our delightful Fisherman’s Cottage, attached to the farmhouse at Faerdre Fawr. Refurbished and modernised, but retaining much of its former character with exposed stone walls and fireplace with an inset log burner.
Ideal for a small family or group of three wanting to explore west Wales, the cottage is an ideal base from which to explore.
Outside you will find a small garden and patio area to the front of the cottage, with a patio table and chairs where you can unwind with a cup of tea while listening to the birds chattering. On a raised patio is situated a hot tub / spa where you can relax and sooth your muscles after a day of activities.
Inside you’ll find an open-plan living space, with a newly fitted kitchen – stocked with a range of fantastic appliances, including a handy dishwasher! When the food is prepared, bring it over to the dining area where you can tuck into it together beside a stone wall that has witnessed many a dinner conversation. After dinner, settle down in the sitting area, stick your feet up and sip your favourite evening tipple, perhaps in front of the wood burner stove whilst watching the sun set outside the window.
Head upstairs to discover two inviting bedrooms to rest in and prepare for the day ahead, a double and a single, alongside a well-fitted shower room where you can enjoy a relaxing shower.
Situated directly behind Faerdre Fawr is the Woodland Trust’s Coed Y Foel, perfect for a brisk walk before breakfast, exploring during day or to burn off the calories after dinner. The woodland includes both ancient semi natural woodland of hillside coppiced sessile oak, and more recently planted mixed broadleaf woodland on land that was purchased in 2015. A network of paths and tracks run through the woodland and wildlife thrives in the habitat that is created.
Travel a short way to Llandysul, where the local amenities are situated, including an Italian delicatessen and takeaway Buon Appetito, the Ffab coffee shop and gift shop, the Porth Hotel and three pubs (the Half Moon, the Cilgwyn Arms and the Kings Head), as well as the winding Afon Teifi, where you can enjoy an idyllic stroll before picnicking in the Memorial Park. Also in Llandysul, you’ll find two chemists, the local supermarket, Nisa, and a petrol station.
Why not head to the coast for the day and venture to one of the many coves or beaches between Cardigan and Aberaeron for a day packed with sun and sand? New Quay offers three beaches, a harbour wall, and numerous places to buy gifts or get fish and chips and ice cream.
For a change, head inland to Brechfa Forest (c. 9 miles) where a number of car parks and viewpoints await. There are several waymarked walking trails (including a short 1km trail), and a number of mountain bike trails for the more adventurous.
Spend the day in the bustling town of Cardigan, where Theatr Mwldan, Cardigan Castle and Cardigan Guildhall Market will give you a great insight into the area’s history. Carmarthen, Lampeter and Aberystwth rest a little further afield and offer even more to see and do.
There’s plenty to do, or do nothing at all, and enjoy a relaxing stay at the Fisherman’s Cottage.
