Holiday Cottages near Pembrokeshire’s Cleddau Estuary

Discover a calmer part of Pembrokeshire

To help you explore Pembrokeshire's "secret waterway", we’ve shortlisted a few properties which are all set nearby to the Cleddau Estuary.

The estuary runs between Milford Haven and Haverfordwest passing by beautifully peaceful locations along the way such as Landshipping, Lawrenny and Llangwm. These sleepy locations are ideal for serene stays and relaxing retreats any time of the year. Plan a getaway here and spend your days strolling along the water wildlife spotting or perhaps try canoeing down the river to explore sights you might never have realised existed otherwise.

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Rhyd Y Groes, Burton

Positioned above the foreshore at Burton, a peaceful waterside village set near the Cleddau bridge which adjoins Neyland and Pembroke Dock, Rhyd Y Groes boasts incredible views over the estuary. A spacious property sleeping up to 10 people and welcoming 2 pets, this fantastic holiday cottage is sure to impress anyone who stays here.

Curl up in the roomy lounge and enjoy the views through the floor-to-ceiling glass at the gable or step out onto the decked balcony which wraps right the way around this property. Settle here and bask in the glorious skyscape of pinks and purples as the sun sets as you listen to the tranquil sounds of the wildlife nearby.

Nearby is the ever-popular Jolly Sailor pub and restaurant; locals and visitors flock here during the summer months for a refreshing drink overlooking the water. It is ideal for a family meal out with an outside play area for the children and a range of classic pub meals on offer.

Musselwick House, St Ishmaels

This beautiful holiday home stands in a fantastic position along the foreshore of the estuary and can be reached via pretty country lanes. It's fairly private location provides the perfect base for family holidays with Dale just across the water with its popular seaside pub.

Welcoming up to 8 guests and two pets, Musselwick House boasts a large garden and outdoor dining area making it an ideal choice for summer getaways while the woodburning stove inside the lounge creates a cosy atmosphere in those chillier moments.

Set in an SSSI area, this region is teeming with wildlife and birdlife so keen birdwatchers best bring along their binoculars. Pack your kayaks or head over to Dale to sign up for guided watersports sessions with expert instructors - it would be a crime not to enjoy some outdoor activities on the water during your stay.

Salar, Lawrenny

Another warm and welcoming cottage is Salar, nestled in the heart of Lawrenny. Once part of the old village school, this pretty stone cottage is stylishly furnished with a spacious open-plan living space complete with an exposed stone wall and a wood-burning stove. Head out to the enclosed garden, sheltered patio and lawned area via a stable door. Salar sleeps four people in two bedrooms and accepts one small dog, an ideal choice for smaller families planning a restful getaway. Author and former jockey Dick Francis was born in Lawrenny in 1920 before going on to attend the village school. In the bedrooms which overlook the patio, you will find copies of his books.