See all properties
Entire home·Private host

Detached Cottage In Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, one mile from beach

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Detached Cottage In Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, one mile from beach

Miscellaneous
Beach nearby
Beach nearby
Point of interest
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Pembroke, Pembrokeshire
  • Manorbier Castle
    5 min drive
  • Freshwater East Beach
    5 min drive
  • Manorbier Beach
    9 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Detached Cottage In Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, one mile from beach

*** Newly fitted en-suite bathroom for 2023 ***

Rooks' Retreat is a contemporary family friendly home in Hodgeston, located just 3 miles from Pembroke, 7 miles from Tenby & 1 mile from Freshwater East with its beautiful golden beach and spectacular cliffs. Manorbier, a well known surfing mecca is another beach within 2 miles of the cottage. A narrow lane winds from Hodgeston to the Pembrokeshire Coastal Footpath, which you can reach after a twenty minute walk. The cottage is in an ideal location to explore the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park & South Pembrokeshire beaches and countryside. Discount is available in November-March when only two people are staying, enquire directly.

Rooks Retreat is situated right next to the village green on an 'Access Only' lane and with a large fully fenced back garden you can be assured your children will have a wonderful time. We accept 2 well behaved pets, and the cottage's 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms provide great versatility. There is an ensuite bedroom on the ground floor suitable for people with limited mobility. The French doors from this bedroom open onto a sheltered patio. There is oil-fired central heating controlled with individual radiator thermostats, so you are as warm as toast whatever the weather or season. There is also an atmospheric electric fireplace in the sitting room. The open plan sitting/dining room has French doors opening onto the back garden & all rooms are full of light. You will have: a large wide screen TV with Freeview with three more wide screen TVs in the bedrooms plus unlimited free WiFi . There is a good signal for most mobile phone networks.

The open plan sitting/dining area on the ground floor has a table with 7 chairs, two sofas (two-seater and three-seater) and an arm-chair. In addition, one of the four bedrooms can be used as a "games" room with a TV, video games and board games.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Freshwater East Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and a few minutes from Lamphey Bishop's Palace
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Property manager

Julia Hicks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Smartphone data usage (unlimited)
  • Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Detached Cottage In Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, one mile from beach Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooks Retreat
A lovely cottage, great location, can highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Week to look around at historical areas
Cottage was very nice ,had all amenities listed aesy to access. Found had an issue which was resolved staight away by host . Neighbours were very pleasant and helpful Ideal f
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house in quiet setting
The property was nice and the kitchen well equipped (except for only one 1 pint glass!) the beds were very comfortable. The downstairs bedroom and walk in shower were appropriate for me as I can walk a few steps and the shower entry was low. The owner sent a nice greeting and although we didn’t need to I felt we could have contacted her again easily if necessary
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
The property had everything that we needed for a relaxing week. There was loads of space for 4 adults and a dog and the garden was secure. Amazing beaches not far away. We love Barafundle Bay beach and we enjoyed our visit to the Bosherston Lily Ponds, Caldey Island and Dobby's grave at Freshwater West. We did walk to Freshwater East which took just over 30 minutes and was a very steep walk down to the beach but a lovely beach. I did contact Julia while we were there and she responded very quickly. The property is a great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanette C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
family holiday
Good Location .well equipped with everything you need, comfortable beds great family cottage good parking area In need of updating
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location
Great location, lovely 30 min walk on the coast path to Freshwater East, lots to see and visit in the area for all ages. The accommodation was comfortable and had all the amenities required, the bonus being a fully enclosed garden, safe for dogs and children. We all had a very enjoyable holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a relaxing holiday
Perfect for a relaxing holiday in a great location. Loads of dog friendly beaches within a short distance and all amenities within a few miles in Pembroke. Comms with the host was excellent and the property has everything you will need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Rooks Retreat
We had a lovely week at Rooks Retreat - even got used to the rasping rooks! Wasn’t as close to Freshwater East as we hoped. It is possible to walk (up the lane from the cottage) towards Freshwater Inn, but there are some very steep steps to negotiate down onto the beach, takes about 45 minutes. The cottage is great, cosy & well equipped. The weather was so good we enjoyed sitting in the garden in the afternoon sun. Easy to make the cottage warm on those couple of cooler evenings. All in all a very enjoyable week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
An enjoyable stay
,An excellent base for exploring many wonderful places in West Wales. A clean, and comfortable cottage with everything needed for a lovely stay. A safe secure garden for dogs Would definitely book a stay there again. Thank you Julia for loaning us your cottage for the week
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay
Lots of room and comfortable stay. Many bathrooms and a secluded suntrap garden. Well positioned to enjoy all of the sights and beaches of the local area. Lots of walks along the coastal path. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Dan K.

Two Couples on Vacation
The location was great for seeing the local sites. The home was comfortable, but needed some attention for improving cleanliness (upstairs, closets and bathrooms) (mold in bathroom and closets).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
7 Day stay .
Just spent a week at Rooks Retreat and enjoyed it , house has all your needs clean and comfortable, plenty of very nice beaches short distance away worth a visit .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P., Wantage

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable house for exploring Pembrokeshire
The property is clean, comfortable and well-equipped. It was convenient for beautiful cliff walks, swimming at the lovely beaches and visiting gardens. The enclosed garden was ideal for the dog but needs weeding.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Lovely large and spacious cottage with more than enough room for us, our 17 and 9 year old plus dog. Quiet area with everything within an easy distance. We had a great time!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Bev W.

Lovely cottage and great location
Very nice cottage and garden was perfect for my dog. Excellent location and nice and quiet. I would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage, great location
Rooks Retreat is a well-equipped great little cottage in an ideal location for visiting Pembrokeshire, especially the impressive, rugged coast
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynfa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable stay in lovely area of Pembrokeshire
House with amenities and facilities as described. Excellent communication with host. Very well located for delights of Bosherton lily ponds, wonderful beaches and pleasures of Tenby. Would thoroughly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A comfortable and relaxing place to stay.
Very comfortable property and welcoming host. Our adult family group covered all ages from 21 to 79 together with our dog and facilities suited all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Christmas Getaway
Lovely cottage, very homely, and the extra touches made you feel very welcome. Downstairs bedroom with ensuite ideal for guests with mobility issues. Great to have extra bathrooms! Would definitely recommend and hope to return soon. Murphy our labrador loved exploring the enclosed garden. Ideal base for exploring that area of Pembrokeshire.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma D., Stroud, Gloucestershire

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property
This was our second stay at Rooks Retreat & we love it. The cottage is well furnished & has everything you need. The location is great for exploring this part of Pembrokeshire and there is a lovely 30 min walk up to the beach. The host is extremely helpful & responsive. Definitely recommend a stay here.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would highly recommend for the area
Easy to book kept in contact with owner , we was lucky with weather which made it more enjoyable, loved the pub freshwater , they let us take dogs in and food was great , friendly staff even brought treat for dogs , worth a try
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hamid K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Experience of Rooks Retreat
Clean house, easy check in and out, owner responded promptly to my request for extra fans
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Susan R., Chesterfield

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooks retreat
Had to spend an hour hoovering up dust and spider webs when we got there. General dirt around shower cubicles (round bottom of door hinges etc), bottom of tap etc. Bungalow badly laid out to include extra rooms i.e. extended bedroom 1 into garage with ensuite which again was not very clean. The floor had been painted over in certain areas and again was not clean in the grouted areas. Kitchen/diner size wise was OK but lounge area was small. Upstairs bedroom 3 was good size with two 3 quarter beds. Bedroom 4 was small with single bed and bedroom 2 with ensuite had king size bed but the angle of the roof caused a height problem. Bathroom door had 1 inch gap between doors, bad crack in the sink and wardrobe/cupboard was very small, Although it says shower over bath, again with the height of the ceiling this caused a problem especially for OAPS. Paths outside were uneven and trip hazards.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Patrick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
Plenty of space for the family, with plenty of bathrooms. The property is in a good position to explore the Pembrokeshire coast and surrounding area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022