Holiday Cottages In Haverfordwest

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Arif - Verified booking

  Pros: The property is well-maintained, beautiful, and has amenities in abundance.

  Parking is not a problem, either. The kitchen is very well-equipped and clean. The host very kindly provided shampoo, conditioner and snacks. Local cafes, chippies, beaches and hikes are quite accessible from the property (obviously, you need a car.) Cons: The property was very cold. The first one or two days, we could control the temperature, however the thermostat then locked itself and could not be adjusted. We contacted the owner (via Sykes) and found out the property owner could control the temperature remotely, which could not be set beyond 25°C because the boiler was faulty. We requested the temperature be set as high as possible, to which it was placed at 22°C, which was still too cold. We would have benefited from the temperature being set at the maximum 25°C. We thought of using the available fireplace to add extra warmth. However, the wood didn't light up despite our numerous attempts. We visited the local supermarket to purchase wool wood to help the fire ignite, yet every attempt to light the fire was short-lived. By the time we finished attempting various DIY solutions (plus doing our sightseeing), our stay came to an end, so we didn't get the chance to contact the property owner a second time regarding the central heating/fireplace. Another issue is that the hot and cold water regulation on the shower is very temperamental so be prepared to fiddle with the taps for a good amount of time. There was no shower gel/body wash, so make sure to get your own. At the time of leaving, we were asked to strip used bedsheets and place them in the bathtub - not sure if this is the customary request in holiday stays? Lastly, the space is a bit small, so avoid getting large amounts of luggage. This isn't really a disadvantage, but worth noting that big luggage isn't suitable for the property. Overall verdict: Overall, I would recommend the property to others because the property is value for money. Although the 'negative' paragraph is longer, it really was just the temperature. My wife is thalassemic and from the Middle East, which means she feels colder than the average person. Maybe on hot summer days, temperature wouldn't have been an issue. But on cooler days (15°C or less), the home would feel draughty to anyone (health condition or not, as even I felt cold.) The property was clean overall, but there was dust and cobwebs in some corners. Once the issue with the temperature is fixed, I'd say the property is value for money.

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• Josiah - Verified booking

  The property was warm and large enough in terms of living, sleeping and dining space, but one bathroom and toilet is not sufficient for the size of the property.

  The garden isn't secure with gaps and broken panels in the fence, which would allow my small dogs to escape. The garden also had feaces in it, which made it a problem for my dogs. I had to clean them on the first day And after that I couldnt allow them to go outside without a lead. The hottub had far too much chemical in it, it made my families hands peel. The dishwasher wasn't working and the hot tap in the kitchen wasn't working well, so using the hot water from this source to wash up was a problem. We boiled the kettle each time we needed to wash up. Some of the crockery was chipped, and old. Generally the property was comfortable enough, and we enjoyed our holiday but this property needed some maintenance. It felt unloved, it needed some TLC and a spring clean. It could be a really good property with a little bit of attention and maintenance. In terms of ratings, we felt that it falls short of 4.7 out of 5, and is the most disappointing of the 4 properties we have visited from Sykes Cottages site. Some of the things I've listed in my feedback are already documented in the visitors book, and still haven't been actioned. The property location is very quite, and in that way, a good place for a relaxing break. However, within a few miles there are local facilities and access to a small town. We received some locally sourced food item's on arrival, these were appreciated.

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• Michael - Verified booking

  This was our 2nd year at Pickleridge.

  ..and we have booked again for next summer It offers ideal accommodation for a 4!generation family with x3dogs !The ground floor bedroom is ideal for great grandma who cannot manage the stairs The kitchen was well equipped for all our culinary needs We love food We loved the large dining table that could easily fit x8 persons for lively family dinners and breakfasts The large flat garden was ideal and safe for young children and dogs to play in The views across the estuary were beautiful from the front of the house ...and there was an ideal walk for children and dogs before breakfast across the road The charming harbour of Dale was only a short walk away with its water sports and cafe/restaurants X2 A short drive took us to Little Haven and Broadhaven where the grandkids spent many hours in the sea on their surf boards Yes ...Pickleridge is in an location for family activities and an ideal property for a large family to unwind and totally relax and enjoy their time together Roll on next summer when we will all be back together again

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• Ana - Verified booking

  The cottage is cute, well located, main road.

  Here ends the good part. No info at all, Wi-Fi password on a filthy piece of paper that we found after calling several times and no answer. Everything was filthy (I took pictures) the kitchen cabinets, dust and spiders; the windows; the fridge whit foil residue, the rug was so dirty, full of stains. The table covered with a table cloth ( not clean) hiding the wood rotten and dirty. The white coach, yellowish. The furniture coming from the cheapest flea market. I found on the floor in the bathroom a used cotton pad and paper clearly been used to dry the ears. No toilet paper, just a bit on the roll. I found a label of a size M t- shirt on the floor when I tried to reach it and I looked under the bed ( I have pictures:(. I spent one hour cleaning. I consider this a total lack of respect for me as a paying guest. Unprofessional, disgusting, I don’t want to know where I was sleeping.I have pictures of everything. And the parking situation complicated but in this case we won’t blame the cottage. Thank you.

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• Guy - Verified booking

  The cottage is potentially lovely.

  .quirky and interesting. Nice kitchen with Belfast sink, dishwasher, washer; attractive wooden fold back doors to upper terrace. But, the property has an air of neglect and needs a deep clean and investment of time and money. Cracked toilet cistern which flooded the bathroom on our first evening; no bedroom curtains or blinds ((except ill-fitting voile across the glass door - nothing at other two windows), stained rug & settee covers, dirty light switches, large cobwebs, marked yellow wall (needs painting), thin worn bed sheet (which didn’t go with quilt cover) and stained pillow cover, rusted coffee maker, split chopping board, chipped mug, only one glass tumbler, only 3 teaspoons, a tiny cafetière for two cups - but no cups…. We have reported all this to Sykes at their request but have had no further reply. Claire, the Haven property manager, was brilliant in getting a plumber to replace the toilet the next day and providing some resources needed.

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