Carmarthen is a historic town lying on the River Towy, some
claiming it to be the oldest town in Wales with origins dating back
to pre-Roman times. Enjoy a Carmarthenshire holiday cottage and get
to know this beautiful area of Wales.
Why Carmarthen?
Along with Carmarthen holiday cottages scattered across the
area, you will find lots to do in this lovely town, like the Gwili
Railway, the first standard gauge preserved railway to operate in
South West Wales, a perfect way to see the surrounding area.
Excellent walks and footpaths can be found, with the countryside
full of rolling hills and pastures. Explore Carmarthen Museum in a
13th century house, complete with grand garden and
bordering on a lake, you can stroll around and soak in the local
history. Standing for around a 1,000 years, destroyed and rebuilt a
few times, Carmarthen Castle is a must-visit. Learn about the
various enemies the town has seen come and go and who succeeded in
conquering the castle. Feel inspired by our Carmarthen
Travel Guide and plan your trip!
Places to Visit near Carmarthen
Discover the surrounding villages and towns when staying in your
Carmarthenshire holiday cottage, visit the Oakwood Theme Park in
Narberth for a day of thrilling rides and exciting memories, a
great day out for the kids for sure. Over in Llandeilo you'll
find the Dinefwr Country Park, home to Dinefwr Castle which
provides gorgeous views across of the surrounding landscapes, as
well as the park containing a herd of fallow deer. The Brecon
Beacons is within easy access, a haven of natural landscapes and
wildlife, a wonderful place for those who can't get enough of
the outdoors. Places to visit include; Abergwili,
Brecon,
Kidwelly,
Llandeilo.
Types of Holiday
If you're curious to travel to another town in the nearby
area then browse a selection of holiday
cottages in South Wales to see the full range of amazing
properties, from apartments in busy towns, to quaint cottages down
quiet country lanes. Or look through the dog-friendly
cottages in Wales if you have a canine companion.
Take advantage of our wealth of experience and knowledge in
holiday letting, and book a Sykes cottage today!