Swirling Sea & Gleaming Sands
Llansteffan is nestled beneath the walls of the imposing Norman castle, which commands impressive views across the village. These views take in the sandy beaches of Scott’s Bay, along the Towy Valley, across to Pendine, Worm’s Head on the Gower Peninsula and west towards Dylan Thomas’ Laugharne.
Just a short walk from Cockleshell and you arrive on the beach. This is a wonderful, unspoiled sandy shore on the Towy estuary, perfect for sandcastles and birdwatching. Llansteffan is a quiet village located on a wide estuary, ideal for a relaxing waterside break.
The nearby gastro-pub serves locally sourced food and the beer garden often hosts live music performed outdoors, it's perfect for a pint and a singalong. So too for Taylor's Tow Bar with spectacular views over Laugharne. The Village Store and Deli have great breakfast options and takeaway meals and the beach shop cafe serves up a delicious variety of ice creams and homemade cakes.
“The most perfect cottage in a perfect location! The owners have thought of everything... and were quick to help with a couple of queries we had. Stayed for a week with grandparents and twins - enough room for everyone to chill out and relax. 10/10.”
— Karen Williams & Family
Cultural and Coastal
Visitors can journey along the Wales Coast Path to Laugharne to see the Boathouse where poet Dylan Thomas lived. With strong family connections with Llansteffan, he visited regularly from the age of 4 right up until the day before he sailed for America.
With a rich and colourful history, Carmarthen is the oldest town in Wales. One of Carmarthen’s most famous early residents was Merlin the Magician. The Welsh name for the town, Caerfyrddin, means Merlin’s Fort and many believe the town was named after King Arthurs wizard.
Carmarthenshire stretches from Carmarthen Bay in the south to the western Beacons and Cambrian Mountains in the north, with wondrous gardens, awe-inspiring castles, Wales’ longest beaches, and market towns brimming with local produce and chic shopping.
Beyond the Dreamy Views
West Wales is where ancient legends inspire contemporary creativity – and colourful seaside villages lead to some of the UK's best beaches. Within close proximity to Carmarthen you'll discover the Pembrokeshire and Swansea Bay coastlines.
Head West to choose between lively Tenby and Saundersfoot or peaceful St Davids and Newport. Perfect for outdoor activities or just relaxing. Go East and experience the UK’s first Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Gower Peninsula.
