Where to Eat & Drink

Traditional St David's day dinner — Traditional St David’s day dinner

The local area around our Welsh Holiday Cottages is full of places to eat and drink, some of which we have sampled and some we haven’t yet. Here are just a few suggestions to get you started. If you have any recommendations to make we would be happy to include them here.

PUB FOOD

The Daffodil Penrhiwllan
Probably the closest ‘local’ good ‘gastro pub’ style food. We have eaten here on many occasions and it is very good. They do a fabulous Sunday Lunch. They are very child friendly and allow dogs in the bar. It does get busy at peak times so its best to book
Tel: 01559 370343
Postcode: SA44 5NG
www.thedaffodilinn.co.uk

Ffostrasol Arms
Very good value for money ‘pub’ meals. The portions
generous – you have been warned!
Tel: 01239 851358
Postcode: SA44 4SY
www.ffostrasolarms.co.uk

Three Horseshoes Inn
A lovley old pubwith original features & good pub grub
Tel: 01239 710 119
Postcode: SA38 9JL
www.three-horseshoes-cenarth.com

Nags Head Abercych, Cenarth
Good pub food to rival The Daffodil. Booking recommended.
Tel: 01239 841 200
Postcode: SA37 0HJ
www.nagsheadabercych.co.uk

RESTAURANTS

Harbourmaster, Aberaeron
Family run hotel and restaurant. The food varies from Antipasti platters and tapas in the bar to fine dining in the restaurant. They use mostly local produce and of course being so near the sea, the seafood is fantastic! Ludo Dieumegard the Head Chef was the former owner of Blaenwenllan. Reservations are recommended.
Tel: 01545 570755
Postcode: SA46 0BT
www.harbour-master.com

Hammet House, Llechryd
A recently refurbished stately home. It’s uber-trendy and minimalistic. They also have fabulous grounds with a lovely terrace to the side which is lovely on a sunny day. The food is very ‘London’ like and pricey.
Tel: 01239 682382
Postcode: SA43 2QA
www.hammethouse.co.uk

Llys Meddyg, Newport
A family run restaurant. They have a fine dning restaurant and also a Garden restaurant which is open lunch times and afternoons during the summer months. Reservations are recommended
Tel: 01239 820008
Postcode: SA42 OSY
www.llysmeddyg.com

La Calabria, Rhydgoch
This local restaurant specialises in rustic Italian cuisine. A family run business, combining authentic Italian cooking with fresh Welsh produce.
Tel: 01239 851101
Postcode: SA44 5JT
www.la-calabria.co.uk

Bunch of Grapes
A family run 17th Century pub replutably built from the ruins of the nearby cstle. Dog friendly with a garden. Bridge Street, Newcastle Emlyn
Tel: 01239 711185
Postcode: SA38 9DU
https://bunchofgrapespub.co.uk

Riverside Cafe
Vegetarian Cafe situated next to the Teifi bridge on the Adpar side of the river. Dogs allowed outside
Tel: 01239 710404
Postcode: SA38 9EE
https://www.facebook.com/RiversideEmlyn/

Welsh Holiday Cottages - Ceredigion

Oak, Ash and Cherry Cottages, named for the type of wood used to construct their handmade kitchens, were created from the farm’s original 18th century cow byre. Now tastefully converted to a high standard the old cow shed has been transformed into three, two bedroomed, well appointed cottages, suitable for people of all ages.

Cherry Cottage has its own exclusive master spa, housed within a log cabin and situated on a raised cobbled terrace with views of the Preseli Hills. Ash & Oak Cottages have their own private hot tubs situated in a fenced patio garden.

Young people from the age of 12 are welcome here at Blaenwenllan Cottages but due to the garden setting we do not have playground facilities or outdoor spaces for ball games. Step through the front door of any cottage and you will immediately enter a haven of comfort, with squashy sofas and comfortable beds.

From 2025 we are pleased to announce the addition of walks in our own woodland where peace and quiet can be enjoyed whilst walking on the mown paths or sitting on one of the two benches provided for your relaxation. The area is fully fenced and you can safely let your dog explore off the lead whilst you engage in bird watching or just enjoying the ambiance of our lovely woods.

Step through the front door of any cottage and you will immediately enter a haven of comfort, with squashy sofas and comfortable beds./

The kitchens have everything you need to cook anything from a speedy fry-up to a family feast. Each cottage has been designed and equipped to be your holiday home from home. We provide all the necessities at no charge, on request, so you don't have to bring it all with you.

We hope we have thought of everything – so you don’t have to!

Situated in the hamlet of Bryngwenith in Ceredigion with its beautiful Georgian Chapel, guests can enjoy the peace and quiet of rural living whilst staying only a couple of miles away from historic Newcastle Emlyn. Local history tells us that this quaint old town is the place where the last dragon in Wales was slain. It is believed that the dragon will one day return, so children need to keep a good look out when visiting the old Castle! The town has a good selection of shops, pubs, cafes, takeaways and a hotel. It still holds a sheep market every week on a Thursday.

Standing in a beautiful garden setting the three cottages are furnished in a contemporary country-cottage style with with a mix of oak and pine furniture. Each is equipped with an electric ceramic hob cooker, dishwasher, fridge and microwave. For food prep there is a rather nice double width kitchen trolley. If needed more designated freezer space is available in the separate laundry room. Furnished with comfortable sofas and armchairs the living areas invite guests to relax and unwind. There is a TV with freeview and DVD player and feature fireplace. Upstairs there is a double and a twin bedroom with a shower room. Outside, through the French Doors, each cottage has a hot tub in a private patio area with garden furniture. Oak cottage has a conservatory with cane furniture.

Washing bikes or dirty boots is no problem. We have an area for that just outside the barn and a drying area in the laundry room for coats as well. Bikes and bulky equipment can be safely stored in our barn. For the car there is ample parking on site.

We want your stay with us to be as comfortable and stress free as possible. On arrival we provide a Welcome Pack consisting of tea, coffee, bread, jam, some eggs and biscuits. We understand that shopping is not necessarily high on your list of priorities, so why not book a home delivery via Tesco?

All bedding and towels, heating and lighting is included in the price. We hope we have thought of everything to make your stay with us as happy and relaxing as possible.