Solva Holiday Cottages: A Self catering Riverside House near St David's in Pembrokeshire  

First Floor
To take full advantage of the pretty location the first floor comprises an open-plan kitchen and living area with delightful views of the river as it makes its way to the attractive harbour. The living area has two comfortable two/three-seater settees and occasional chair, coffee table, side tables, TV and DVD player. An unusual dining table, easily seating four, has a top which fits over the stair well, utilizing the space. The well equipped kitchen area houses an electric cooker and ceramic hob with extractor, a microwave, washer/drier and a fridge with a small freezer.

Ground Floor
Both en-suite bedrooms are on the ground floor. The twin bedroom has an en-suite shower room with washbasin and toilet, and the double bedroom also has en-suite shower room with washbasin and toilet. Duvets and linen are provided.

Heating is by electric heaters with bathroom electric heaters and portage gas heater. One well behaved pet is accepted by arrangement but the property is not suitable for children under three.  

Outside
There is a sunny, paved patio area to the front of the cottage. A patio table and barbecue are provided. There is parking for two cars

Local area
Solva is a charming village with a wealth of shops, five pubs, excellent Indian, top restaurant featured in Good Food Guide plus several lunch/tea rooms all within easy walking distance. There is a woollen mill a mile away and the attractive city of St. David's takes just 10 minutes by car.

Pembrokeshire
The Pembrokeshire Coast National Park is Britain's only coastal national park. The coastline is made of up perfect sandy beaches (such as Barafundle Bay and Broad Haven South), hidden coves, and towering cliffs. It's like Cornwall - without the long crawl down the M5.Pembrokeshire is considered to be the best holiday destination in Wales.

An exhilarating way to explore the volcanic seacaves and rugged cliffs would be to take a trip in a jet-powered boat . Take the cruises around Skomer Island (National Nature Reserve) and Grassholm to see seabirds (the 60,000-strong gannet colony on Grassholm is particularly impressive), porpoises, seals, puffins (April to July) and even dolphins. Off Ramsey Island it is even possible to go on a whale watching tour! Apparently minke, fin, and orca (killer) whales are regular visitors.

The chief attraction of Pembroke is a ruined but substantial, Norman castle, rebuilt around 1300. It is reputed to be the birthplace of Henry VII.  During the Civil War, Pembroke Castle was a Parliamentarian stronghold, but the town's military governor switched allegiance to the King. Cromwell's troops laid seige to the castle and and finally sacked it. The large open space in the centre of Pembroke Castle is just the place for a picnic. Children will love the eerie dungeon (see picture). Unlike many Pembrokeshire attractions, Pembroke Castle is open all year round.