The Cottage

Rath Cottage, which is approached along its own 300-yard track near the end of the Martin’s Haven road, is a cosy and well-equipped cottage for a relaxed family holiday. Downstairs we have underfloor heating, and the radiators upstairs are augmented by a wood-burning stove. There is a washing machine, a large fridge/freezer, a gas hob and double oven, dishwasher, microwave, DVD and satellite TV. Water was originally pumped from a well in the grounds, but we do now have mains water!

We provide WiFi and access to an EV charger if required.

The layout of the cottage is turned totally upside down in order to maximise the views.

Downstairs:

Rath Cottage sleeps up to 7 adults. There are 2 double bedrooms each with a king-size double bed, one of which has an en-suite shower room. There is also a family room with a 3 ft wide bunk bed and a single bed. The family bathroom has a bath and a separate shower. There is also a utility area with washing machine and drying rack.

Upstairs:

This is open plan, and consists of a comfortably-furnished living room area with the log-burning stove, and a dining table with a magnificent view North over St. Bride’s Bay. The kitchen looks out South over the heathland of the garden, and towards the nearest cliffs and Coast Path.

The Garden:

Rath Cottage sits in about 3 acres of rough ground, with the Coast Path and sea to the south, and the National Trust Deer Park forming the western boundary. We have renovated with a turf roof the previously-derelict farm sheds at the top of the garden to store garden furniture, a barbecue, and wood for the log-burner. Next to the sheds is a picnic table that looks out towards Skokholm and gives great sunset views: our favourite place for a drink or meal on a summer evening.