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The Old Smithy

24 reviews
#4 of 5 B&Bs in Pembroke
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7 Merrion Village Nr Castlemartin, Pembroke SA71 5HT Wales
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Old country house set in 2 acres of gardens within easy reach of some of Pembrokeshire's finest beaches and scenery. Barafundle Bay, Bosherston Lily Ponds, Stack Rocks with its towering cliffs and colony of Guillimots and Freshwater West for good surfing. Situated alongside Pembrokeshire's coastal path. Meals available, also packed lunches. Children welcome.Safe and secure parking, also storage for cycles, surf boards etc. Excellent breakfast and a warm welcome to all.
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Siegfried C wrote a review Sep 2017
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Lovely site and accommodations
Bungalow-type accommodations separated from the main house, comprising kitchenette/sitting room, patio, bedroom with double bed and large bathroom with shower. Location is excellent, near entrance to artillery range, for Coastal Path walkers needing to skirt the military range. Located roughly between Bosherston and Freshwater West. Breakfast, full and delicious, was served in the main house. Coming from Bosherston, look for entrance to artillery range (flanked by two tanks) on left, drive on ca. 100 m, then turn right at next road. The Old Smithy is immediately around the corner on the right.
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Date of stay: July 2017
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johnofkent2016 wrote a review Jul 2017
Dartford, United Kingdom4 contributions2 helpful votes
Disappointed
Room not too clean. No real welcome pack. Evening meal very basic, cooked breakfast minimal. Surprised when charged £40 for two very basic evening meals and one packed lunch which consisted of two rolls. Cooked breakfast one egg and two rashers of bacon, nothing else. Only one of us had a cooked breakfast. Poor value compared to everywhere else we stayed.
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Date of stay: July 2017
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Legare wrote a review Jun 2017
Worcester, Massachusetts126 contributions61 helpful votes
Peculiar Place with Amazing Dinner
The room was in a separate building with self-catering facilities (e.g., a kitchen). No biscuits or fresh milk, just tea and powdered hot chocolate. Extremely quiet location, we could not hear the local MoD firing activities. The Wi-Fi did not work. The best part of our stay here was the dinner. Note, there are no restaurants in Merrion, and this place offers a two-course cooked dinner for fifteen pounds. We ordered chicken with new potatoes and vegetables, followed by a homemade berry crumble and it was surprisingly one of the best cooked meals we ate in Wales. Kudos to the chef! Breakfast was unbelievably slow. There were only five people at the breakfast table, but it somehow took over an hour for eggs and toast, and the toast was self-serve.
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Date of stay: May 2017
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deegees wrote a review Nov 2016
Melbourne, Australia247 contributions113 helpful votes
All our needs were met
We stayed in the self contained chalet that had all we required.Very clean and comfortable.Sitting in the sun enjoying a beer in the garden was very pleasant.We were able to to a load of washing and enjoyed a lovely 2 course dinner with wine and the owners were very friendly.A very enjoyable stay.
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Date of stay: May 2016
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consettgashead wrote a review Aug 2016
Consett, United Kingdom74 contributions49 helpful votes
Quirky but enjoyable
This was a single night stop before taking the ferry to Ireland. It's an ideal spot if you have a bit of the day on your hands as the Stackpole Estate offers lots to explore in very easy reach, a nostalgic joy to us. The room was comfortable, though the bed a little soft for my taste and the TV away at the repairers. The bathroom, which was next door to our room, was very traditional, rather full of "stuff". It also offered only a hand-held shower in the bath. I know it's in the middle of the country but I'd still prefer curtains/blinds that close! That said, the welcome was warm, the breakfast tasty, and The Old Smithy a pleasurable experience.
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Date of stay: August 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Smithy
Which popular attractions are close to The Old Smithy?
Nearby attractions include Broadhaven Beach (5.1 km), Pembroke Castle (6.3 km), and St Govan's Chapel (5.0 km).
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Is parking available at The Old Smithy?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
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What are some restaurants close to The Old Smithy?
Conveniently located restaurants include Peppes Pizza Pembroke, The Shipwright Inn, and Cafe Mor.
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Are there any historical sites close to The Old Smithy?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Pembroke Castle (6.3 km) and Monkton Old Hall (6.1 km).
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