Seadrift

ID: S1328244

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Seadrift is highly praised for its stunning sea views, unbeatable location in New Quay, and cosy atmosphere, making it a favourite for repeat visitors and those seeking a relaxing coastal break. Guests love watching dolphins from the windows and appreciate the proximity to beaches and town amenities. While the cottage is well-equipped and dog-friendly, some mention steep stairs, challenging check-in/out times, and minor maintenance or cleanliness issues. The property is best suited to those without mobility concerns, and the owners are noted as helpful. Overall, Seadrift offers a memorable and scenic stay.

Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, though a few noted areas that could have been cleaner, such as kitchenware and some parts of the cottage. These were minor issues and did not significantly detract from the overall experience.

The location is universally praised, with guests highlighting the breathtaking views, proximity to the sea, beaches, and town centre. Many consider it the best spot in New Quay, perfect for dolphin watching and coastal walks.

Guests found the cottage warm, cosy, and the beds comfortable. The log burner was appreciated in colder months. However, steep stairs and some minor maintenance issues (such as a missing curtain hook) were noted, making it less suitable for those with mobility issues.

The cottage is generally well-equipped, with most essentials provided. Some guests mentioned missing items like a tin opener, slip mat, or hair dryer (which was supplied after request), and suggested improvements for outdoor seating and towel hooks. The kitchen met most guests' needs.

While the owners are described as helpful and responsive, there is no mention of welcome gifts or packs being provided as standard. Some guests suggested a welcome pack would be appreciated, but this cannot be guaranteed.

About this property

Seadrift provides a perfect spot to watch the ever changing sea scape in New Quay or explore the 60 miles of coastal paths..

Lower Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: 36" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Courtyard

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine

Ground Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV

Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed.

Economy 7 heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, thereafter available locally.. Enclosed, terraced, courtyard with garden furniture. Public car park, £2.60 per day or £12.70 per week, 85 yards away; unloading at the door. No smoking. Please note: Couples, families and holiday makers only. There are 2 steps in the courtyard and a further 4 steps to lower level, which has pedestrian right of way for adjacent cottages. This property has a security deposit of £200. . Seadrift is so aptly named as it sits overlooking the sea in the pretty town of New Quay. One of a row of terraced cottages built in 1836 for the local fishermen, Seadrift is now comfortable holiday accommodation for up to four people. On the ground floor as you enter the cottage you will find a double bedroom and the family bathroom with bath and shower over. The original old stone staircase leads you down to the lower ground floor and into the characterful living and dining room and through to the well equipped kitchen. The living room has original beams and a wonderful wood burner for cosy nights by the fire, French doors take you out on to the patio where there are two terraces on different levels overlooking the sea. Whether you sit inside or out, you will be mesmerised just watching the ever changing seascape and maybe see some dolphins! Upstairs there are two further bedrooms; a double room with a sea view and a room with a single bed.

Just a short stroll will bring you into New Quay itself, a quaint town and the inspiration for Dylan Thomas’s writing when he lived here. You can follow in his footsteps on a marked trail around the higgledy piggledy town. There are independent shops and a good selection of restaurants, pubs and café’s as well as the obligatory seaside fish and chip shops. Take your fish and chips or an ice cream down to the harbour wall and watch the fishing boats in the bay or take a dolphin watching trip to get closer to the resident pods of bottlenose dolphins. From the sea you will appreciate how New Quay clings to the rocks and you see the three resplendent town beaches, all with soft sand. You can take your dogs on two of the beaches all year round and it’s not just your pets that will have a great time; fishing and watersports enthusiasts will love it here too!

If you can tear yourself away from New Quay there are plenty of other options for exploring, including 60 miles of coastline and the coastal path. There are secluded coves at Cwmtydu where seals come to have their pups in the autumn, and at Llangrannog you can enjoy the view from two coastal pubs. New Quay Honey Farm and tea rooms are worth a visit and the colourful Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron is a 10-minute drive. Just outside Aberaeron you’ll find the National Trust property of Llanerchaeron. The coastal towns of Aberystwyth and Cardigan are also within very easy reach or venture inland to the market towns of Lampeter, Tregaron and Newcastle Emlyn.

Come for a short break or come for a longer holiday and enjoy this area and make Seadrift your home. Beach 175 yards. Shop 175 yards, pub and restaurant 130 yards.

Free WiFi

Adjacent cottages have pedestrian right of way accross the lower level of the courtyard.

There are steps within the property.

Families or couples only.

Holidaymakers only.

There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.

There is open water in the property grounds.

There is a security deposit of £200 to be paid 2x weeks prior to arrival, Please pay via bacs directly to the owner.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

Reviews (21)

  • Confirmed Guest

    Excellent location beautiful view over bay -watched dolphins daily Stairs a challenge for those with mobility issues Welcome pack would be nice Arrival and departure times harsh.We had fantastic weather , a parasol would have been helpfulCouldnt find a hair dryer spoke to owner "Not supplied" but kindly ordered one which came next day Owners generally helpfulWould absolutely recommend but with caution for mobility issues

  • Rachel Jasper

    Lovely location.

  • David Rees

    Love Seadrift and its views perfect location for a relaxing break with friends.

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