Carmarthenshire and west Wales

 

Located on a no-through road, the property is off the beaten track whilst being easily accessible from the main Carmarthen to Lampeter road.  Brechfa Forest and Llanllwni Mountain are nearby with spectacular walks and dedicated mountain bike and cycle tracks.

                    "All the family loved it and the surrounding area - superb..." 2009                         "Lovely, peaceful location not too far from local amenities - lots to do close by..." August 2008

The central location provides an ideal base to explore west Wales and beyond. The historic market towns of Carmarthen and Lampeter are 10 and 15 miles away respectively. The village of Llansteffan and sandy Scotts Bay on the south coast are a 45 minute drive. The Cardigan coast with unspoiled spots such as Mwnt, Llangrannog and Poppit Sands are easily reached through beautiful scenic countryside. 

Image: Vivien Hoy

 "We've had a lovely time exploring this beautiful area. The Showcaves and Dylan Thomas Boathouse being the highlights as well as the beach at Penbryn and Poppit Sands. Was lovely to return to such a cosy hideaway to plan where we'd go the next day. Thank you for a wonderful stay" October 2009

Carmarthenshire has strong links to poet Dylan Thomas who lived and wrote in Laugharne, the Dylan Thomas Boathouse is 40 minutes drive and the Laugharne Weekend literary festival is now a fantastic annual event.

 

 Dylan Thomas Boathouse in Laugharne

There are a number of fine restaurants in the county, and food producers who sell their own local produce. The newly refurbished Carmarthen Indoor Market houses fine local cheeses, meats, baked goods and fresh produce.

 

Image: Caws Cenarth Cheese, Boncath

There are many arts, cultural and heritage locations to visit including Oriel Myrddin Gallery in Carmarthen and the National Woollen Museum in Drefach Felindre. 

 

Images: National Museums Wales; Oriel Myrddin Gallery

Carmarthenshire is known as the 'Garden of Wales' and Aberglasney House and Gardens and The National Botanic Gardens of Wales are within a 40 minute drive.

Aberglasney Gardens nr. Llandeilo 

Image: Andy Armstrong

Sporty activities include canoeing at nearby Llandysul on the river Teifi which is also renowned for its salmon fishing. Mountain biking in Brechfa forest is very popular with four dedicated routes for all abilities including the newly opened 'Raven Trail' for expert riders. Paintballing is available in nearby Newcastle Emlyn. There is an 18 hole golf course in Carmarthen, whilst the newly created Machynys Peninsula Golf & Country Club with its Nicklaus designed course is now open near Llanelli, a 50 minute drive.

Images: Andy Armstrong & Llandysul Paddlers

"A beautiful cottage with everything we could possibly need for a relaxing break! The mountain bike trails at Brechfa (and Abergorlech if you're feeling brave) are great fun and the dogs had a fantastic time chasing us along them! Can't wait to come and stay again" February 2009

     There are a host of activities on offer in west Wales for all tastes.

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