Living room
A big, bright room under a vaulted, beamed ceiling, with comfy sofas, a TV and French doors that open straight onto the patio.
Self-catering holiday barn · Carmarthenshire, West Wales
A cosy stone barn in a quiet wooded valley
Sleeps 4–5, with its own garden and patio and 40 acres of ancient woodland on the doorstep.
- 4–5guests
- 2bedrooms
- 40acres of woods
- 1dog welcome
- All yearunderfloor heating
Unwind, slow down and explore
Old Oak Barn is a converted stone milking parlour tucked into a peaceful valley near St Clears, right on the border of Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire. It's light and airy inside, warm and cosy all year round, and has its own sheltered, south-facing patio and flower-filled garden.
Spend mornings with a coffee listening to the birds, evenings around the fire pit, and days on wide empty beaches, at ancient castles and in some of the loveliest gardens in Wales, all within half an hour's drive.
Inside the barn
Everything you need for a weekend away or a longer holiday, with underfloor heating throughout and fast Wi-Fi.
Kitchen & dining
Very well equipped: dishwasher, washing machine, oven and ceramic hob, fridge, microwave and coffee maker, plus a dining table for everyone.
Double bedroom
A restful double room. Both bedrooms have remote-controlled blackout blinds on the rooflights for a proper lie-in.
Twin bedroom
Two single beds, ideal for children. A camp bed and travel cots are available for a fifth guest or little ones.
Bathroom
A large bathroom with both a bath and a power shower.
Included in your stay
- Bed linen and towels
- Heating, hot water and electricity
- Fast Wi-Fi
- Cleaning products
- Parking for two cars
- Lock-up shed for bikes
Outdoors
The best bit for many guests: a garden, a patio and acres of woodland to wander, all yours to enjoy.
Garden & patio
A spacious, sheltered, south-facing patio with a barbecue, fire pit, outdoor table and chairs and a swing seat for two. Beyond it, a garden bursting with flowers through the seasons.
There are swings by the barn, including a nest swing that's perfect for two, and more out in the woods.
40 acres of ancient woodland
Guests are free to explore the farm's semi-natural ancient woodland of oak, birch, ash, hazel, wild cherry and alder. Around 4km of paths and trails wind through it, with swings and spots for a barbecue or campfire along the way.
In May the woodland floor turns blue with bluebells. Over 60 species of birds have been recorded here, including red kites, buzzards, tawny owls, nuthatches and great spotted woodpeckers. Come in spring for a dawn chorus to remember.
Brilliant for families
The barn was kitted out with children in mind, so there's plenty to do whatever the weather.
- Travel cot and high chair
- Bed guard and step for the basin
- Children's cutlery and bowls
- Books, puzzles, Brio, Duplo and games
- Buckets, spades and fishing nets
- Boogie boards to borrow
- A mud kitchen in the woods
- Seven swings to try
Gallery
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Where we are
Old Oak Barn is under 2 easy miles from St Clears and the A40 between Carmarthen and Haverfordwest, so it feels secluded but is easy to reach and a great base for exploring both Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire.
- St Clears & Co-op5 min
- Carmarthen15 min
- Laugharne & Dylan Thomas Boathouse15 min
- Pendine Sands, the nearest beach20 min
- Tenby & Saundersfoot30 min
Old Oak Barn, St Clears, Carmarthenshire SA33 4DS. Sat navs can be unreliable in rural Wales, so we'll send full directions when you book.
Good to know
What time can we arrive and leave?
Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is by 10am. If you'd like to arrive a little earlier, just ask and we'll do our best.
Can we bring our dog?
Yes, one well-behaved dog is very welcome. They love the grassy woodland walks.
Do we have to book a full week?
No, short breaks are welcome for most of the year. During the school summer holidays we take 7-night bookings.
How do we pay?
A deposit secures your dates, and the balance is due 4 weeks before you arrive. We'll confirm everything by email when you book.
Is it suitable for children?
Very much so. Travel cots, a high chair and plenty of toys and games are all provided, and there are 40 acres of woods to explore.
Where can we get groceries?
The Co-op in St Clears is a 5-minute drive away and open late. Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury's all deliver to the barn.
Are you open all year?
Yes. With underfloor heating throughout, the barn is just as cosy in winter as it is in summer.
Check availability & book
We take bookings directly. Get in touch with your dates and number of guests and we'll come straight back to you.