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ERW WEN is a self catering holiday cottage at Newport Parrog (harbour). Located by the coastal path in the Pembrokeshire National Park, there are wonderful sea views and the large sandy beach is one of the best in Pembrokeshire. It sleeps up to 9 comfortably, although small groups will also find it very manageable. Newport is an ancient borough in the heart of the Pembrokeshire National Park, set between the Preseli Hills and the sea. There are excellent shops as well as pubs, restaurants and galleries. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, and the town centre and shops can be reached in 5 minutes by car or 15 minutes walk. The area around Newport is Welsh-speaking.
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House and Environment This self-catering holiday cottage is modern, warm and comfortable, with wonderful sea views and a large garden. It is about 130 metres from the beach, down a "no through road". As a result there is little danger from traffic for young children, though you must watch the water and the tides especially during the fast ebb and flow periods. At low tide you can wade across the river to the sand dunes and Traeth Mawr ("Big Beach"), a beautiful large sandy beach which is never crowded. Despite being so close to the beach and town, Erw Wen feels very secluded and quiet. Erw Wen means "Fair Acre" and it stands in just under an acre of grounds.
Facilities The house is very well equipped. The kitchen is modern with an Aga, a larder fridge and a microwave and there is a second fridge/freezer as well as a washing machine in the utility room. On warm days you can barbecue or eat out on the large picnic table on the stone terrace. In the living room is a modern 32" digital television with Humax PVR and Blu-Ray/DVD player. There is also a HiFi unit in the dining/sitting area, free Broadband Internet Access (with WiFi) and a table tennis table in the garage. Full details of the facilities can be found on the accommodation page with pictures in the Photo Gallery.
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Eating Out There are plenty of friendly pubs and excellent restaurants in and around Newport, many within walking distance. See the list on the Newport Town web site. We also keep lists and information in the holiday cottage.
Walks and Activities Erw Wen is located right on the heritage Pembrokeshire coastal footpath with walks in all directions. There is excellent golf, sailing and tennis locally. More details of activities can be found on our environment and activities page. More information is kept in the house. In town there is a National Park Information Centre which will advise you on things to do.
Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Erw Wen is situated in the largest single area of the Park, which has some stunning coastal scenery. In 2010 a National Geographic poll placed Pembrokeshire in 2nd place in the world in a poll of coastal destinations. Above Newport are the Preseli Hills.
Shopping Erw Wen is within walking distance of Newport town centre, which, despite having just under 1000 permanent residents has a wide selection of shops, galleries and other facilities - see our shops and services list. At the Carningli Centre you will find arts, crafts and pictures. In the surrounding area there are many small workshops producing craft products (for example, the Candle Workshop at Cilgwyn and Jim Harries, wood turner at Mathry).
Travel to Erw Wen Most people drive, but it is also possible to reach Erw Wen by public transport. More details are on our travel page and full directions are sent with the joining instructions.
Doctor / Dentist / Shops Full details are given on our shops and services page.