See lots of larger photos of this Pembrokeshire cottage here. Cwm Hill is a traditional Pembrokeshire 'croglofft' cottage set snuggly into the hillside in a quiet and peaceful green valley. Drive down half a mile of private track to find the cottage in its field that runs down to a stream. Small, cosy and ideal for romantic getaways. You have two acres of land for yourselves, and direct access to a good footpath network. This is a great cottage to come to if you bring a dog as you have yoru own, large, enclosed field and they can safely run free from the door.

The cottage had been empty since the 1940s, and has been fully restored by Under the Thatch conserving all original features. The three-year rescue project (completed in summer 2011) provides a cottage full of character, antique furnishings and modern conveniences to complement the open fire and wood-burner. This is the Welsh base of 'utt' founder and manager Greg, who lets it when he is working away on conservation projects abroad (most of the year).

The location in the heart of Pembrokeshire is ideal for exploring this, the greenest (and many would say prettiest) of Welsh counties. Short drives will take you to unspoilt beaches, ancient castles, and pretty market towns, or there is a footpath over to nearby Llys-y-Fran country park and lake.

The cottage is centrally heated (included in holiday price) and there is an open fire and woodburner. The ground floor is open plan, and open to the 'croglofft' sleeping mezzanine over. All windows have open country views - you can't see any other houses.

• Kitchen area with gas cooker and hob, fridge (with ice-box), microwave.
• Cegin Fawr with c4m high ceiling giving sense of space. Slate floors, woodburner, sofa, table & chairs. Doors front and back.
• Croglofft: Double oak bed c1780 open as mezzanine to room below.
• Shower room: Small shower room with powerful shower.
• Garden: Enclosed garden with furniture and access over c2 acres of meadow

• Llys-y-Fran Country Park & lake - easy walk direct from cottage
• 4x4 adventure driving - 5 minute walk!
• Blue Lagoon - amazing pools & spa facilities - 8 mile/ 16 mins.
• Narberth - one of most charming towns in Wales - 10 mile/ 20 mins.
• Tenby - beaches, art, boat trips to Caldey island - 20 mile/ 35 mins.
• Choice of Blue Flag beaches - about 30 mins.
• Coastal footpath is amazing.
• Pembrokeshire county guide
• Coasteering adventure - 15 mile/ 30 mins.
• 51 forts and castles to see in county!
• Your are just a couple of miles from the Preseli Mountains!
• Goodwick harbour - (day-trips to Ireland, beach) 14 mile/25 mins.
• Fishguard - (harbour, cafes & art galleries) - 12 mile/ 20 mins.
• Tafarn Sinc - Rosebush - famous tavern, 4 miles/ 10 mins.
• Buy stylish local blankets at Melin Tregwynt

• rescue of previously derelict building
• attention to retaining original features
• 'cutting-in' to save every inch of original timber
• no cement or concrete used in conservation - only lime and limewashes
• most efficient modern boiler
• wood for woodburner from sustainable source
• natural paints and natural pigments used
• mostly antique furnishings
• low energy lighting throughout
• high level of insulation in roof and floor
• double glazed panels in rooflights/door with Pilkington K glass for efficiency
• 'gravel' is recycled waste slate chippings from Welsh slate quarries
• local craftsmen used throughout in restoration
• all new timber recycled or from already-dead trees on utt projects

"We really fell for Cwm Hill. Nestling in it's secluded valley it was so tempting to hunker down and stay put for the whole of our stay. But we managed to tear ourselves away from our little cottage for a swim at the Blue Lagoon pool and great shops at Narberth, perfect!" Bethan & Huw

"A beautifully restored cottage in idyllic surroundings which made for a perfect, peaceful weekend." Huw & Tanya

"We had a lovely time...I thought the cottage was so sweet and special, we felt entirely at home and very comfortable. We spent our time on the gorgeous beach at Abercastle. I shall recommend UTT to everyone." Nicola Wiehan

Restricted headroom in parts upstairs. The antique double bed has a good, new mattress but is 6" narrower than a modern standard double. The property is reached by an unmade track.