Glebe House, Nolton

Holiday Cottages ideal for large groups

Glebe is a stunning, Grade II listed rectory dating back to 1352, with a detached, converted, Coach House. Set in 1.5 acres of grounds, down a sweeping gravel driveway in the hamlet of Nolton, just a pleasant downhill walk from the picturesque sandy cove of Nolton Haven. This magnificent, historical property has plethora of retained features, in particular the medieval vaulted ceiling in the snug and glass covered well in the floor of the conservatory, as well as A-frame beams, feature fireplaces, wooden floors, shutters, cornicing and high ceilings.

It has been lovingly restored using traditional materials, lime mortar and paints and furnished with beautiful antique pieces, rich colours and luxurious drapes. The prettily planted front gardens with mature shrubs and trees compliment the stately vestibule with two receptions rooms leading off, one with comfortable sofas and the other a games room which both adults and children will enjoy, as well as a further sitting room.

The large country style kitchen gives ample space to prepare family meals, keen cooks will enjoy the large Aga, as well as the double electric ovens, linger over leisurely meals at the farmhouse kitchen table or dine in the conservatory. French doors open to the garden, perfect for dining alfresco on a summer’s evening. There is a further TV snug with its special medieval vaulted ceiling, the wood burning stove ensures a cosy feel.

The main stairs lead up to the magical bedrooms on the first floor, most with ensuite facilities and offer views over the gardens or St Madocs Church. Strumble Head, a twin room nestles on the second floor in the eaves with A-frame beams and is accessed via a narrow spiral staircase and another spiral staircase from the kitchen leads up to the two bedrooms sharing a large bathroom with Jack and Jill doors.

Across the courtyard is Nolton Coach House, a characterful retreat accomodating two additional guests with cottage-style, fitted kitchen and spacious sitting/dining room, with its rendered stone walls, wooden floors, vaulted ceiling and comfortable sofas, cosy up round the wood burning stove on those chillier evenings. Two steps lead down to the shower room while stairs take you to the galleried crog loft with double bed nestling in the eaves over the sitting room. Set in its own enclosed, large, lawned gardens with pretty orchard beyond.

With 1.5 acres of mature grounds, large, lawned areas and a paddock there is plenty of space for children to play. Spend your days at the pretty sandy cove of Nolton Haven within walking distance with its beachside pub serving food overlooking the sea. Or a 20 minute walk takes you to the dramatic Druidston beach with its beautiful sand and rock pools to explore. Enjoy a meal at the popular Druidstone Hotel while you admire the wonderful views over St Brides Bay. Take to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path to explore this stunning coastline on foot taking advantage of the Puffin Shuttle bus to catch a lift back. Head north to the long sandy beach of Newgale, popular with surfers both professional and beginners alike with Solva and the tiny City of St Davids, well worth a visit, or to the south lies Broad Haven’s sandy beach and the picturesque cove of Little Haven.

A stunning historical house set in magical grounds, ideal for families and friends to reunite.