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Lovely spacious quayside detached holiday house. Dog friendly. Sleeps 12

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lower Town, Pembrokeshire
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Last Invasion Gallery
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Fishguard Port
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3 with ensuite shower room

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Toilet 1

Soap · Toilet

Toilet 2

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Lovely spacious quayside detached holiday house. Dog friendly. Sleeps 12

Beautiful harbour side detached Holiday House, Spacious, Sleeps 12, Dog friendly

One of only 1,200 Grade II listed dwellings in Pembrokeshire this historic stone colourwashed property was formerly the village inn and still retains many original features. This much-loved & excellently-equipped homely house is 50 yds from the water's edge in Lower Town - the picturesque setting for films like Under Milk Wood and Moby Dick. The old harbour is now used just for pleasure craft and is directly on the 188 mile Pembrokeshire Costal Walk. Enjoy your complimentary bottle of wine watching the sun go down on the amazing harbour just yards from the house! Pembrokeshire has the highest number of Blue Flag beaches in the UK. Come and enjoy this much-loved house with its great accommodation (inc 4 poster), fantastically equipped kitchen, parking, packed bookshelves & local artwork throughout. iPod dock, WiFi, DVD, CD, dishwasher etc. Restaurants, galleries and local produce within walking distance. At the time of booking, we will provide you with a digital and hard copy of our information pack, which has been compiled with over 20 years of experience and knowledge of the local area, and is packed with tips, restaurants, beaches, activities and much, much more. Find out why the owners firmly believe that Pembrokeshire is the new Cornwall!

Below is an outline of the rooms in the house, as this is often something which guests are keen to know before their stay.

On the ground floor there is a large dining room/entrance hall with seating for 12 people plus a woodburner which is lovely during the winter, a large sitting room complete with comfy sofas, TV, DVDs, wifi etc – there is also a bar tucked into the corner, which is a throwback to the house's past as a hotel! Also on the ground floor is the kitchen which is very well equipped with everything you'll need during your stay, including plenty of fridge/freezer space. There is also a boot/coat room off the kitchen which is perfect for walking boots etc. Towards the rear of the property there is an outhouse/utility/storage room which is great for muddy wellies, storing beach gear etc. Off this room is the back yard which has plenty of tables and chairs for guests as well as a BBQ with complimentary charcoal in the summer months. Downstairs there are also 2 extra toilets which are the bathrooms from when the house used to be a hotel/pub and are useful if you don't fancy a trip upstairs!

Upstairs there are 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms split over two floors in the following layout:

Bedroom 1 – Master bedroom with four poster double bed + ensuite with bath/shower

Bedroom 2 – Bunk bedroom (shared bathroom)

Bedroom 3 – Single bedroom (shared bathroom)

Bedroom 4 – Double bedroom with ensuite shower room

Bedroom 5 – Twin bedroom with ensuite shower room

Bedroom 6 – Family bedroom with kingsize bed, single bed and cot + sink (shared bathroom)

All the bedrooms have storage space.

All linen, bath and hand towels are provided plus tea towels.

We welcome up to 2 well behaved dogs (please message us if you wish to bring more than 2 dogs). We ask that our doggy rules are met: no dogs on soft furnishings/ no dogs upstairs / have a bit of a hoover or sweep up if hair is getting a bit of a build up and clean up any doggie do dos outside.
It’s a wonderful area for dogs - beautiful walks on the fore shore or up the tranquil river Gwaun justs few yards away and most beaches are dog friendly (except Whitesands).

We hope this helps explain our space for you :)

Property manager

Richenda Hine

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fishguard

Located in Fishguard, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and Scolton Manor Country Park, while Last Invasion Gallery and Theatr Gwaun are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Dyffryn Fernant Gardens and Melin Tregwynt Woolen Mill. Waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Lower Town, Pembrokeshire

What's nearby

  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Last Invasion Gallery - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fishguard Port - 7 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Ffald-y-Brenin Trust - 17 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Strumble Head Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Fishguard & Goodwick Station - 4 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Something's Cooking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Creswells Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Harp - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Shop - Ocean Lab - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely spacious quayside detached holiday house. Dog friendly. Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lovely spacious quayside detached holiday house. Dog friendly. Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely spacious quayside detached holiday house. Dog friendly. Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely spacious quayside detached holiday house. Dog friendly. Sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly Fishguard holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, Lota Park and Theatr Gwaun. Dyffryn Fernant Gardens and Last Invasion Gallery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to unwind
Loved the house . Perfect for our extended family holiday . The house was great for large evening meals and evening relaxing. Spent happy evenings at local pub . Thursday evening meal at yacht club fantastic . Dog walking over bridge beautiful. Paddle boarding daily. Had a crabbing match . All in all had a really great time .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
A very well equipped house, cosy, lovely beds, beach equipment for children and very helpful owners. Will use again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sian Anharad B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a prayer retreat🔥👊
Great place to eat together and meet together.Stairs bit quirky and although we had a an older age range, folks were pretty fit so not a problem, but could be for the more infirm. Lovely location with harbour nearby! Thanks very much, we had a fab time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Birthday Weekend
The house is in a great location and is incredibly spacious. The bed in the master bedroom was beautifully comfortable and I loved some of the quirkiness and old furniture. There are parts of the house though that need refurbishment and ripping out especially in the living room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Wendy B.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Family holiday
dark furniture and carpets, giving the overall impression of gloomy! The lounge and top front bedroom are subjected to vehicle headlights. Shutters or Venetian blinds needed. Kitchen well stocked, curtains around units need updating. Lovely courtyard and the two master bedrooms . Overall, needs updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant
What a wonderful cottage, clean and lots of 'extras' left to help. Coolboxes, picnic basket, ice blocks, buckets, spades etc as well as a welcome bottle of wine, scones etc. Lovely spacious rooms. Great base for so many places to visit
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house, fabulous location!
This is one of those places that you almost don’t want to tell anyone else about, because it’s just so good! The location is perfect for a relaxing holiday. it’s a lovely walk around the harbour in the evening, perfect for a bracing swim in the morning, an excellent crabbing location to keep the kids entertained and lots of stunning beaches just a quick drive away, with a handy cafe to stop in at just a stones throw from the house. The house is perfect for an extended family, with everything you could need, including the best board games selection we’ve seen in a long time. It is kitted out perfectly, with lots of thought and space for everyone and has a lovely unique character. The bar was a particular favourite feature, as was the private courtyard outside space. There’s a comprehensive information pack that tells you everything you might need to know about the house and the area. We couldn’t have found a better location and can’t wait to find an excuse to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
As a group of mature walkers we found this property perfect for our needs. Well located and appointed for large groups (we were 10)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishguard habout
Lovely stay excellent countryside and coastline. Central to everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice house with lots of character in a great location
We were a group of four couples with children ranging in age from 8 to under 1. We really enjoyed our stay. The house is a great building with a lot of original features and was a great base to explore fishguard and beyond. There was enough space for all of us to have dinner together and hang out in the lounge after a day of exploring. The beds were very comfortable there were plenty of toilets. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home from home (but with a bar)
We had a lovely long weekend with family and four legged friends at Dians arms! The house is very homey and has everything you could possibly need. Only issue we had was that the listing stated that towels are provided, however on getting there we found out they no longer do, however upon calling this was quickly rectified and the housekeeper brought us all the towels we could need. Lovely area for Costal walks. Thank you for a lovely, peaceful weekend at gorgeous lower Fishguard.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Kathryn dean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming and unique property
We arrived to a warm and delightful property, warm and inviting. The quaintness of the property was charming and it’s location to local inns, walks and shops was wonderful. We were a large family group and found our rooms comfortable and enough space within the property not to be getting in the way. I have not given 5 stars only because the oven needs new dials and we had to guess the temperature of both ovens which could have been a disaster considering we ate in each night cooking roasts etc. More tea towels is advisable, less cobwebs and I’d encourage the cooking utensils to be put in a cupboard that can close! Despite these minor observations I would recommend Dinas Arms to one and all.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideally located well appointed accommodation
Situated right on the quay with allocated parking, this is the ideal holiday base to explore the area. Walks literally on your doorstep, bus stop close by or make your own way by car. Very well appointed with everything we needed, we were very comfortable . Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin S., Cardiff

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in Lower Fishguard that easily accommodated 12 people .Close to cafes,pubs & harbour
Great property to accommodate a large group of people . Plenty of room in living room and dining room and kitchen fully equipped . The original bar in the living room was the star of the show. Would definitely stay here again . Thank you for a great stay x
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emma P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, Clean accomodation
Our first time in Lower Town, Fishguard, what an excellent location - convenient to get to activities for the kids and great restaurant just a short drive away. The Boat club did a BBQ on the first Sunday that we were there ( 1/2 Lobster £12 - so fresh and delicious - you must try this, the atmosphere was great with some live music thrown in for free..) Well appointed kitchen with lots of utensils. The House is clean but could do with updating in some areas. The information sheet provided by the owner was spot on and gave us loads of activities and restaurants to try and saved time trying to find them for ourselves. Boot room was very useful as was the crabbing nets. would definitely go back for another family break.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great holiday house for large groups.
There were no towels or tea towels. We thought that we should have brought our own so ordered some from amazon. On returning home and checking paperwork it appears they should have been supplied but didn’t cause any detriment to the overall holiday experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishguard bay
Fabulous location for beaches and walking. The locals were very friendly and we enjoyed our night's in the ship inn! We were very lucky to have beautiful weather too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

tessa b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and very quirky property. Owners were helpful.
Great holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Nick W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Converted pub in lovely lower fishgard
A quirky property with lots of space for us all. Two large dining tables plus sunny outside tables, seating, bbq and partial views of quay. Living room with part of original bar, large TV and three big old sofas with cushions and throws. A tad dusty which goes hand in hand with old furnishings I suppose. Kitchen well equipped and lots of royal mugs and glasses and plates etc, Bedrooms all ok, plenty of loos, even two urinals!, bath and showers. Great position with 3 parking places but very noisy with traffic as house straddles busy junction. Weather was perfect, river and coastal walks from property. Easy walk into Fishgard, brilliant fish and chips in fishgard, definitely worth the walk! And fab lobster salads and crab sandwiches in cafe along the quay from the house. I thoroughly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adrian P., Hampshire, UK

Characterful old pub
Well equipped, old fashioned and characterful property situated close to the picturesque Lower Town Harbour, Fishguard. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend the Pembroke Coast National Park to anybody.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vicky A., Pelsall, Walsall

Fabulous for a large group
An amazing house in a fabulous location. The house offers plenty of room for people to enjoy each other’s company yet not feel on top of each other. Everything you need for a home away from home is provided, even tea, coffee and sugar were full. Fishguard is a small town but has some lovely shops and the local coop is more than enough for essentials. Highly recommend for large family or as with us two families travelling together.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Sian K.

Dinas Arms - Fishguard
Lovely weekend stay for my 60th birthday with my family. Fabulous quirky house with plenty of room for nine of us. Lovely comfy sofas and beds ,well equipped kitchen and we loved the bar. Plenty of walks, pubs and places to eat. I can recommend for a big family trip. Thank you Richenda 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Nick B.

Lovely place, great location.
We had a fantastic festive stay at The Dinas Arms. It’s in a brilliant location near the harbour. There is plenty of parking either next to the property or in the car park close by. We loved the old bar in the living room which added to the stay. The property is lovely and apart from a few small quirks here and there it was perfect. There are some lovely coastal walks and The Ship Inn pub which is great is a stones throw away as well. Make sure you visit the cinema in town as well which is a real gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beverley E.

We had a amazing holiday
The house is fully equipped for your stay, its quirky and there was enough room for the 11 of us without us feeling we were on top of each other.The.area is quaint and there's plenty of beautiful views,nice pubs and great food. We went on walks and to the beach,the house even had buckets and spades for the children,there was even crabbing equipment provided, which everyone enjoyed off the quay.We would definatly stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

William L.

enjoyable stay in unusual property
A comfortable and relaxed property with a very well equipped kitchen. An interesting layout with still the original bar in the lounge from when it was pub. Give us a lot to talk about . Lots of space for a large family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

About the host

Hosted by Richenda Hine

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We are Nick and Richenda Hine, the owners of The Dinas Arms. We have been coming to Pembrokeshire since the mid-90s when we bought The Dinas Arms. Richenda is Welsh and mighty patriotic! We both have a passion for the area and have taken great pride in seeing Pembrokeshire develop into such an amazing destination over the last 20 years. The plethora of restaurants, galleries, great foodie shops and things to do in the area have increased 10-fold. It's great to see that Pembrokeshire really is the "New Cornwall" (but better, of course...). We have been letting the Dinas Arms since 1996, but for the last few years we have kept the house just for family, only starting to re-let with Owners Direct in August of 2012.

Why they chose this property

We bought the house way back in 1996 after falling in love with Lower Town which we thought was the most beautiful place (it is one of the most photographed harbours in the UK). The poor old Dinas Arms had fallen on hard times and was standing derelict as the former fisherman's inn of the village. We could not believe that such a big house in the centre of the famous village (rumour has it that Richard Burton drank here during the filming of Under Milkwood...) was standing empty as such an eysore and acted fast! We took pity on the old hulk and with the help of some great local builders we sympathetically transformed the house with love, care and attention into a warm and cosy home from home. Of course the house has been updated and refurbished subsequently to keep it up to date – most recently in June 2015 we have refurbished both the twin room & double room ensuites, which now boast travertine tiling with modern showers, W/C, heated towel rails and sinks.

What makes this property unique

A great feature is the large storage area off the kitchen which has outside access, great for storing outward bound equipment. Richenda has a keen interest in interior design and antiques, so we hope you will agree that this is reflected in the decor of the house. She's a keen cook, so the kitchen is well equipped, whist Nick makes sure that the original bar feature of the Dinas Arms which is still functioning is fully stocked with glasses and vintage pub finds. We're sure you will like playing 'barman' with the old optics as much as our friends and family have over the years. But if that is not your scene, rest assured that there are lots of books and DVD's to keep guests occupied. A complimentary bottle of wine and flowers on arrival & handsoap in all bathrooms are provided for guests. Additionally, for Christmas bookings, we provide a fully decorated Christmas tree to add to the festivities.

Languages:

English