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Set in an elevated position with the most superb panoramic views over Fishguard Bay from the majority of rooms, this large building is divided into three self contained apartments and is ideal for larger families wishing to holiday together but having their own privacy (see J394 and J395). The owner is prepared to offer an extra bedroom to sleep 2 further people on a pro rata basis and subject to availability. The apartments have been furnished and equipped to a high standard. Access to the properties is through a communal terraced garden of winding paths and steps (not suitable for the very elderly or disabled). A convenient location for the harbour and ferry port where ferries run daily over to Ireland. The market town of Fishguard is approximately a mile away with an assortment of shops, restaurants and public houses. For water sports enthusiasts, there is the water sports centre, sea and freshwater fishing and a number of sandy beaches all within a short drive. An ideal area for walkers, with the National Park coastal path close by and also golf course and horse riding facilities near by. The Secret Garden apartment has its own large private terraced garden with seating areas. A convenient location for the harbour and ferry port.

Not suitable for children under 5 years of age

Location

Fishguard, Goodwick and Lower Town form a close and friendly community in north Pembrokeshire. The area is famous as the location of 'The Last Invasion of Britain' when in 1797 French troops landed nearby. Local heroine Jemima Nicholas captured many of the invaders single handed and the Frenchmen later negotiated their surrender at the Royal Oak inn and laid down their arms on Goodwick Sands.The invasion is commemorated by an imposing and internationally famous tapestry which is on display at the Last Invasion Gallery in the Town Hall.

Fishguard stands on an imposing headland commanding superb views of the bay. It is the main shopping centre of north Pembrokeshire with two small supermarkets and family-run shops and businesses. There is a choice of hotels, pubs, restaurants and cafes with several pubs providing entertainment at weekends. The town provides many superb walks including the Marine Walk which has outstanding coastal views.The town is served by the Fishguard town service bus, which runs alternatly from Harbour Village or Stop-and-Call to Fishguard town hall. Two Fishguard - St Davids bus routes also pass through the town.

Lota Park is a place where both adults and children can relax and play. A new Leisure Centre provides facilities for the young and old and is a refuge in wet weather. Theatr Gwaun in West Street has a cinema as well as regular live events.

Goodwick was just a cluster of fishermen's cottages until the early 1900's when work began on creating a harbour to handle transatlantic crossings. These hopes were short-lived but Fishguard Harbour became, and still is, a major and thriving sea crossing to Ireland with Stena Line operating ferries to Rosslare. In 2006 the Harbour celebrated its centenary.

Goodwick has a number of shops, hotels, pubs and cafes and the Fishguard Bay Hotel (once a Great Western Railway Hotel) stands imposingly overlooking the bay. Goodwick Beach, a winner of the 'Seaside Award', is a favourite with families and the Ocean Lab on the Parrog has a cyber cafe, coffee shop, a soft play area and tourist information centre. Goodwick Moor is a Nature Reserve and designated as a site of scientific interest.. The lifeboat is based in the harbour and seals and dolphins are sometimes seen in the bay but are more numerous just off the coast.

From Goodwick explore tiny hamlets on the Pencaer peninsular including Llanwnda and the church of St Gwyndaf and visit the scene of the French landing at Carreg Wastad and the lighthouse at Strumble Head.