Thorne Chapel

62 Customer Reviews

• "The chapel is the best provisioned holiday cottage we have stayed in, we have stayed in many cottages in Wales and this is definitely the cleanest, most comfortable, well presented, organised and has the best kitchen."

  I can't recommend it more highly and hope we stay again soon.

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Oct 2024

• "Just what we were looking for."

  Comfortable house where you can relax wirh dogs and had everything we could want. Well stocked kitchen and towels and beach towels provided which was a great help. Nice and out of the way but near enough to great beaches so you don't have to be in the car for long. We'd definitely book again.

  Reviewed by David4.7★Aug 2024

• "A beautiful place to stay plenty of room for all six humans and two dogs."

  A fully equipped kitchen for all your needs was a bonus. Would definitely book again. Very dog friendly with a fully enclosed garden, dogs beds, towels, and treats supplied thats a lovely touch, my 2 spaniels Bryn and Bruce had a fabulous time as did we all. Plenty of beautiful beaches to explore

  Reviewed by Bethan5.0★Jun 2024

• "Fabulous time had by all 5* Would highly recommend Thorne Chapel."

  . Peaceful location, but near to everything. Safe & secure for the 3 dogs.. Spotless, with everything you need & more.. Even dog beds & treats for us & the dogs.. Our first time to Sth Wales but won't be the last.. Would definitely come back to Thorne Chapel too, Love the way they've kept a lot of the chapels original features..... You definitely won't be disappointed...:) Thankyou.

  Reviewed by Julie5.0★Jun 2024

• "Another wonderful stay , the weather was kind to us too ."

  We love the chapel , it’s a firm favourite every year ! Very attentive owners who are dedicated to making your stay as enjoyable as possible .

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Apr 2024

• "An absolutely amazing cottage to stay in, everything you could need & more, ..."

  An absolutely amazing cottage to stay in, everything you could need & more, clean & warm making those winter evenings not so bad whilst watching films on the projector screen Great walks on the numerous beaches near by, days out in Tenby & fantastic meals in local pubs We cannot recommend this enough, you will not regret booking Thorne Chapel

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Oct 2023

• "What a great place and beautifully renovated!"

  On arrival there was a lovely welcome box and even something for our dogs. Super comfy home, stocked with absolutely everything we needed including dog bowls, dog beds and a dog towel. We loved the massive TV projector and the automatic vacuum cleaner Meryl Sweep. No recycling facilities but I took our recycling to car parks where they have lots of recycling bins. Fantastic location and a great holiday home.

  Reviewed by Penny5.0★Oct 2023

• "Another fantastic holiday at Thorne Chapel."

  Thank you for the voucher and the welcome box - these were much appreciated. Our 3 children (now young adults) loved it to. We will be back next year and have already booked a week in September. It is such an amazing place with a very special peace about it. Thank you again.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Sep 2023

• "The property was very peaceful and everything you need, including extra treats for us and the dogs!"

  The downstairs is a great space to relax with lovely sofas and movie projector. The bedrooms are quite small with lack of air circulation, not a lover of velux windows which made the bedroom room feel claustrophobic. The cleanliness was ok on the surface but could do with regular deep cleans, lots of cobwebs and gruby skirting, lamps, lampshades, floor and shelves, especially around the radiators. The oven didn’t heat up properly, this had been noted before in maintenance book. A very relaxing place for us and our fur babies, we would definitely come back!

  Thanks so much for your kind words, I'm delighted to hear you would like to return to Thorne Chapel. Thank you also for your feedback on the cleaning, which is relatively unusual because we usually receive perfect scores. Deep cleaning is always tricky mid season because the cleaners only have a few hours to carry out changeover cleans before the next guests arrive and it's a big property. But I have mentioned the dusty areas you highlight to them for their specific attention. Thank you also for mentioning the range cooker. The element was replaced following the comment you mention in the maintenance book and seemed to work fine as there have been no further comments since, but perhaps there is another issue. The cooker will be replaced as part of the winter season closure plans. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Samantha3.1★Sep 2023

• "We had a fabulous holiday in Thorne Chapel, everything was as stated, the facilities were excellent."

  Local beaches we ideal for our family, a holiday to remember.

  Reviewed by Carl5.0★Aug 2023

• "Loved this cottage the best place l have ever stayed"

  Reviewed by Tracy5.0★Aug 2023

• "A very enjoyable stay."

  The cottage was great - everything you need for a break. I found the whole stay very relaxing. Easy access to the wonderful beaches.

  Reviewed by Gideon and Philippa5.0★Jul 2023

• "Lovely quirky chapel with excellent facilities and comfort."

  We had amazing weather and really enjoyed all the beautiful surroundings. Would definitely like to stay there again.

  Reviewed by Margaret5.0★Jun 2023

• "Excellent holiday at Thorne Chapel again."

  The bonus was the sunny and warm weather. Thorne Chapel is very comfortable and quiet and a very convenient location to explore the surrounding area. We didn't want to come home.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Jun 2023

• "A lovely comfortable and welcoming cottage, quirky as it once having been a chapel."

  Well furnished in a quiet and isolated location but with plenty of beaches, pubs and walks all within easy reach. Very welcoming for our dogs with beds and blankets provided for them and treats. One of the nicest cottages we have stayed in and we hope to return. If you want peace and quiet with comfort I highly recommend this cottage. ,

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Jun 2023

• "This is a totally outstanding cottage."

  It is extremely well equipped, it is in an idyllic location, and it is ideal for people like us who have dogs. Can we just suggest that the owners provide an iron - a small thing but important. Also the TV/projector/ surround sound equipment is impossibly complicated to use; we never did manage to get it to work. A far simpler system would be fine.

  Reviewed by Steve4.7★May 2023

• "Perfect in every way, nice & clean."

  Location is in a quiet lane, lots of lovely beaches within a short drive

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★May 2023

• "Fabulous as usual !"

  Brilliant owners ! See you in October

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Mar 2023

• "I've stayed in a lot of holiday cottages but thorne chapel is by far the best."

  Extremely dog friendly, and superb location as there is so much to do in the surrounding area. The Chapel itself is really well laid out the bedrooms are private and comfortable the kitchen has everything you need and more for a comfortable stay. All you need bring is clothing toiletries and dog leads there's nothing else required. We had our shopping delivered which meant the entire week could be dedicated to relaxation and enjoyment. I cannot recommend it more highly, clean comfortable and well thought out 10/10 in all areas.

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Oct 2022

• "The location was in excellent for someone with large dogs with the coastal path on the doorstep."

  The facilities were also excellent with a better equipped kitchen than my own. The landscape was breathtaking particularly on the coastal path. We will be back.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Sep 2022

• "We had a lovely stay at Thorne Chapel (4 adults, 2 children and 1 dog)."

  The beds are comfortable (with a selection for the dog too), the kitchen and living areas are spacious and well equipped and everywhere very clean and well laid out. It was lovely to sit outside of a night time to look at the clear night sky. The whole area is beautiful. There is a short walk down the lane which was overflowing with blackberries and easy access (4 miles) to nearby Pembroke for shops. The many (dog friendly) beaches nearby are some of the best in the UK - clean, beautiful soft sand and dunes and not crowded at all. The cliff walks are spectacular and Bosherston Lily Ponds just a few minutes down the road was such a beautiful spot we went three times and could have gone more. Thank you.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Aug 2022

• "Lovely, comfortable converted chapel, full of character."

  Plenty of space for our grown up family of six and our dog. Very dog friendly cottage with enclosed garden, dog beds, bowls and blankets. The home cinema experience and games kept us all entertained in the evening, perfect for spending special time with our family. The cottage is well equipped and the owners left us a most generous welcome pack, the two legged guest wasn’t forgotten either! The local area is outstanding, not too busy, with beautiful beaches and walks just a few minutes drive away. We loved the location of Thorne Chapel and would definitely return, this is such a beautiful part of the world.

  Reviewed by Tracey4.7★Aug 2022

• "Thorne Chapel was very well equipped but is looking a bit tired, beds are not particularly comfortable and could do with a refresh."

  Plenty of space for 6 persons and 2 dogs. We enjoyed our stay as the weather was very kind to us and we were well positioned to be near to all the beautiful beaches in the area.

  Thank you for your feedback. I'm sorry the chapel wasn't to your liking. I will reflect on your comments to see if I can identify why your experience was so very different to that enjoyed by the rest of our guests and see where I can improve. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Debra2.8★Aug 2022

• "This is a superb property with lots of space & great facilities."

  The situation is great for access to local towns & some brilliant beaches. There was a wonderful welcome pack to greet us upon our arrival & our dog was well catered for too! Our children particularly appreciated the super TV, surround sound & projector system. Thanks for a great stay.

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Jul 2022

• "We have been coming to Pembrokeshire for more than 20 years and this cottage may well have been the best we have visited."

  The location was fantastic and the property not only unique but also full of everything you could possibly need. We loved the projector too. Thank you!

  Reviewed by Jennifer4.7★Jul 2022

• "Thorne Chapel was a super place to stay, very well equipped and a welcome pack second to none."

  The bangs from the army camp, whilst expected, were far louder than anticipated and sometimes took place well into the early hours, again something of a surprise. Having said that it did not detract from our enjoyment of staying in a converted Chapel. Hearing the dawn chorus was a real treat, apart from the army it was a very peaceful setting.

  Thanks so much for your lovely comments, I appreciate them even more given the army were extra loud (and late) during your stay. I've asked around and I understand they were taking part in an exceptional NATO exercise that affected the whole peninsula, but has now finished. Nevertheless, I'm sorry you experienced the disruption and will be happy to arrange a discount should you decide to stay again. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Rosemary5.0★Jun 2022

• "A very comfortable holiday home and equipped to a high standard."

  The generous welcome hamper was very appreciated and the beds were comfortable. We really appreciated the focus on it being a dog friendly home, from the dog beds to the welcoming floor matts.

  Reviewed by Piers5.0★May 2022

• "This was our third stay ,and it has become like going home ."

  The owners are wonderful hosts, everything is thoughtfully organised . When you stay in some holiday accommodation it feels clinical and business like . Thorne Chapel just oozes warmth . We will be back next year .

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★May 2022

• "The property was in excellent location for visiting beautiful sites and beaches and suited our party of 6 The kitchen was very well equipped Unfortunately the weekend of our arrival was marred by the visitors in next door cottage who stayed up all night playing and talking loudly in their garden."

  Fortunately they left on the Monday

  Hello Sarah, thank you for your kind words about the chapel and its location. I’m sorry to hear you were disturbed by noise from the cottage next door. We would have been able to contact the owners over the weekend to raise it with them if you had spoken to Sykes at the time, but I appreciate that you shouldn’t need to. This is the first time it has ever been a problem, so it was entirely unanticipated. I have now talked to the owners, who are lovely people and had lent the cottage to relatives for the weekend. They explained their relatives were staying for a birthday event and, in response to your feedback, that they will ensure it won't happen again. Thank you for letting us know. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sarah4.1★Apr 2022

• "We recently stayed at Thorne Chapel with our 3 dogs."

  We were very impressed with all the attention to detail. The welcome packs for both humans and dogs were extremely thoughtful and enjoyed by all. The whole property was immaculate, spotlessly clean and comfortable. We were sad that we only had a short break but we will definitely return again in the future. Thank you for making our few days away so special.

  Reviewed by Rhiannon5.0★Mar 2022

• "Another wonderful stay at the chapel."

  We were so lucky with the weather. Everything you could possibly need in the chapel. Even did some baking. Lots of movement on the tank base and firing. This did not bother our dogs. Schedules can be googled and the spectators towers can be accessed. 5 minutes away by car. The path by the Chapel takes you alongside one of fields where you can see the tanks sometimes. Lots of walks. Can recommend the Walked Gardens. Spent a good 1.5 hours wandering around. Dogs on leads within the garden off lead outside towards outer walls. Lovely walk from Stackpole carpark to Barafundle. Dogs loved the swimming at Stackpole Quay. So much to do, so many different walks. Stayed 2 weeks and didn't want to go home. This place is a real gem that accepts our 3 dogs. A real home from home. We love it.

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★Mar 2022

• "Great location for beautiful beaches, a fun quirky property that provides absolutely everything you need!"

  Would certainly use again and recommend to all my friends! My only question was ... why were there not seperate bins for recycling - it felt very uncomfortable just dumping all rubbish including food waste in one bin?

  Hi Susan, thanks so much for your lovely feedback, it's much appreciated. I do take your point about the food waste and I understand your concern. Unfortunately the collection of food waste isn't a service offered by the otherwise excellent cleaners and I'm too far away to handle this myself. As a business, Thorne Chapel is not serviced by the usual council collections. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★Nov 2021

• "The Chapel is beautiful so welcoming and very very comfy, totally dog friendly!"

  ! The welcome pack is wonderful and the tank range nearby was so much fun to watch we loved it, went to so many castles, beaches, towns and general points of interest within 10 miles of the Chapel. Can rate the accommodation, cleanliness highly enough, it's a real home from home, can't wait to return

  Reviewed by Claire5.0★Oct 2021

• "The most amazing 2 weeks."

  Beautiful Chapel, comfortable sleeping and living. Everything you could possibly need. The projector with surround sound makes movie nights the best. The welcome basket was perfect after a 3 hour drive on our arrival day. This was our 4th or 5th stay needless to say we will return. It is close to the tank base where you can be a spectator for some of their manoeuvres, just look up their schedules. You can see and hear them if you walk down the path by the Chapel. Stand on the bank and be nosy. We picked heaps of sloe berries this time, gin I think will be added to those, and an abundance of blackberries. Great location for Freshwater West and East. Picked up lovely drift wood at West where you will find Cafe Mor!! Lovely walks in the Stackpole Estate forest. Lots of chestnuts at this time of year. Our dogs were exhausted after 2 weeks of different daily walks. I am booking another stay for March. Thank you for your beautiful holiday home

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★Oct 2021

• "Amazing cottage had everything you needed for both people and dogs."

  Such a beautiful done building we didn’t want to leave.

  Reviewed by Louise5.0★Sep 2021

• "This is a beautiful property with plenty of space, comfortable beds and a sense of well being about it, we loved it."

  The sound system/cinema is great [though be aware the sound travels easily upstairs if some go to bed earlier] and the kitchen was very well equipped. The local beaches were clean, wide and beautiful and we had lunch at the beach cafe Mor - lovely fish and amazing chips! We would go back like a shot.

  Reviewed by Melissa4.7★Aug 2021

• "The chapel is a lovely place to stay and very dog friendly for our 2 large dogs."

  The welcome pack was a lovely surprise, thank you! The garden is enclosed so my dogs were safe, it’s not a big garden but there are plenty of places to walk the dogs so it didn’t matter. First place we have stayed with dog beds available which was great. Bed was lovely and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay I would thoroughly recommend Thorne Chapel.

  Reviewed by Elaine5.0★Jul 2021

• "The Chapel was lovely to stay in and had absolutely everything you could want or need apart from an iron, which I found a little strange as it had literally everything you could wish for and more besides."

  A beautiful building and we had a lovely stay there.

  Reviewed by Tracey5.0★Jun 2021

• "A lovely place much bigger than I expected."

  Well equipped. We had a fabulous week with great weather. We loved the welcome basket and the fact they were dog friendly.

  Reviewed by Karen5.0★Jun 2021

• "Such a peaceful place with everything you and could possibly need."

  Dogs also got 5 star catering with beds, throws, towels and treats.

  Reviewed by Dave5.0★May 2021

• "It was a lovely break and location thanks"

  Reviewed by Elisabeth5.0★Apr 2021

• "Accommodation fine and as escribed."

  No nasty surprises. Garden secure for our energetic dogs.

  Reviewed by Christine5.0★Oct 2020

• "Fantastic place to stay very clean, beds amazingly comfortable which is rare for some holiday lets, plenty of space to spread out, kitchen well stocked wih cooking implements, didn't use the the tv or projector but good choicebof dvds an the option of netflix."

  Dog's were at home - dog throws, beds & towels provided they loved the dog beds! From the cottage theres a coast path walk but need to check if army ranges are in use as it goes straight through them. However the first part of the path is general use so great for burning off a bit of their energy before heading out for longer walks. Freshwater West beach is dog friendly and better towards the end of the day as less busy. Also where Dobby from Harry Potter was killed.... A grave has been set up there. Definitely recommend staying here would be back next year but was already booked for the week we wanted.

  Reviewed by Ann-marie5.0★Sep 2020

• "Superb cottage , lovely thoughtful welcome hamper from owner."

  The cottage is beautiful My only niggle is that the garden could do with some attention .

  Reviewed by Sarah4.7★Aug 2020

• "Beautiful property, extremely comfortable and well equipped."

  Without doubt the most dog friendly place we’ve ever stayed. Lots of lovely, thoughtful touches: very generous welcome pack, dog beds, throws, towels, toys and treats, os maps for the local area, to name a few! Everything was just perfect!

  Reviewed by Judith5.0★Mar 2020

• "Very beautiful accommodation, would highly recommend"

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Jan 2020

• "We loved the quirkiness of this property, its location was really quiet and off the beaten track."

  Every thing you could possibly need was provided and we were very grateful for the basket of goodies, milk and butter left for us. The location was right next to a live tank firing range which did worry us a bit but you can find the firing schedule online (rarely active at weekends) and our stay was relatively peaceful. The area has some beautiful beaches and fantastic walks, definitely worth a visit even on a very wet November weekend. One thing that did let it down was the mattress on the master bed, felt like sleeping in a trough but all in all we had a wonderful stay and would go back again.

  I am sorry to hear that the bed was not to your liking during your stay. I am delighted to confirm that we have just recently replaced the mattress following your feedback. Thank you very much for you lovely comments. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Stephen4.7★Nov 2019

• "Second holiday to Thorne Chapel and it did not disappoint."

  Arriving to an amazing welcome pack so we could eat and drink whilst waiting for our shopping to be delivered. Bread and butter, jam, milk, coffee and Prosecco plus some lovely welsh sweet treats. Home from home with everything you could possibly need. Washing machine is a lovely added extra. USB charging points next to main bed was super useful. Tanks were having shooting practice which sadly we didn't get to watch as we had our dogs. We could hear it but it didn't affect the dogs. Lots of wildlife on the beach including Portuguese man o war. Had been a stormy night previously. Lots of the usual jellyfish and seals for this time of year pup season. Will be returning next year! Thank you once again.

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★Oct 2019

• "Had a fantastic trip to Pembrokeshire and stayed at Thorne Chapel."

  We chose it because of its location near to dog friendly beaches of Freshwater West and East, Manorbier and walks around Bosherston, Stackpole and St Govan. As it is close to Castle Martin army base, you need to check when firing is happening as St Govan walk is restricted during those times. Seems as if firing stops at weekends, but goes on in weekdays. You can't actually hearing any firing. The beaches were out of this world and the dogs loved them. We took a trip into nearby Pembroke town which was beautiful with a huge castle in the centre, by the river. Thorne Chapel is a beautiful old chapel and retains original features, including front door and lecturn. I can't over state what a building building it is and the conversion is superb. It was a really peaceful place to stay. The owners provided everything you need and more, with excellent small thoughtful touches for humans and dogs! The cinema and surround system was a bit complicated at first and I think previous occupants had messed up the system. I was able to contact Sykes who let the owner know. He rang me immediately and we spent about an hour on the phone talking through the system, so that it worked. This resolved the problem and was able to enjoy the media system. If you want to make mobile phone calls or texts, you will need to walk out/ drive out to find a signal. Wifi was perfectly adequate, so we tended to use Whatsapp for texts and calls. All in all, a highly recommend place to stay and we will definitely be returning.

  Reviewed by Rachel4.4★Sep 2019

• "It was pleasure to stay at this excellent and tidy accommodation about 14 days."

  It were the first holidays in Wales for us and we definately want to come back. The Chapel has all equipment we needed to feel good and enjoy. Also there were little welcome presents for us and the dog. So we felt very welcome and it is an appreciated begin after a long journey. The landscape is amazing and there are very Beautiful beaches and cliffs nearby and reachable within 10mins driving. Congratulations for this nice Chapel we miss it! Kind regards from Germany

  Reviewed by Stefan5.0★Jun 2019

• "Fantastic quirky place!"

  We felt at home here in this lovely spacious place. Freshwater west beach was a beautiful beach to visit too. Would definitely recommend a stay here.

  Reviewed by Rachael5.0★Jun 2019

• "Beautiful place and vert dog friendly."

  Reviewed by Karen4.7★Jun 2019

• "The chapel is the perfect base for exploring Pembrokeshire."

  It has been designed and decorated very tastefully and the cinema in the lounge is a great feature for a cosy movie night. Myself, my mother and my three dogs loved it.

  Reviewed by Diane4.7★May 2019

• "Amazing holiday accommodation in every way, even for our dog from start too finish including a lovely hamper for us and even one for the dog."

  Amazing beaches and all local distances. Would definitely book again and been telling all my friends and giving them details. Happy memories made x

  Reviewed by Debbie5.0★May 2019

• "The cottage was beautiful and in a very peaceful location."

  The welcome pack was exceedingly generous and every little luxury was provided. The cottage was also spotlessly clean, and we all spet well in the really comfortable beds. The projection TV was especially welcome by the kids, as was Netflix and a variety of DVD's. The cottage was extremely well located for walks etc, and we have no doubt that we will return to this area again, and hopefully to Chapel Cottage.

  Reviewed by Graham5.0★Apr 2019

• "Thorne Chapel is ideally situated close to Stackpole, Barafundle bay and Freshwater East and West."

  It's a very comfortable and relaxing property with everything that we needed for our 7 day stay. Ideally suited for our 2 dogs with the enclosed garden and superb walking days out. We will definitely be returning in the near future.

  Reviewed by Wendy4.7★Mar 2019

• "We found Thorne Chapel a lovely, comfortable and practical holiday home for us and the dog."

  So many beautiful beaches and coastal walks all within a short drive .... a great location for a quiet and restorative getaway.

  Reviewed by Carol5.0★Feb 2019

• "What an absolute gem of a property."

  The conversion of the Grade 2 listed building is fabulous, there is everything that you could wish for at this property. The welcome pack was outstanding, which made us feel very welcome indeed. The addition of the tv/DVD projector was great especially on a dark November evening, to put a film on, turn the lights out and open the popcorn was an absolute delight. The only issue was not having a phone signal, but we managed without it, although you can drive up to Castlemartin and get a full signal. I would recommend this property to anyone and we hope to visit again soon.

  Reviewed by Alan5.0★Nov 2018

• "WOW WOW WOW!"

  !!!!! Fantastic, bright, clean and airy. Everything you could possibly need for a week away. Dog bowls, beds, treats and towels provided fur our 3 pooches. Which for us was our priority. Clearly they are dog lovers. The garden is safe and enclosed in order to let your dogs out almost unattended. Comfortable huge bed and a lovely bathroom to boot. Kitchen is a dream to cook in!. I love it here and don't want to go home. The projector and surround sound sets off a great evening for movies. Great selection DVD's. Only 10 minutes from the Fabulous Freshwater WEST beach. I could go there everyday with our dogs. I shall be championing this place and will certainly be returning next year. The cockerell and his ladies are a funny sight and roam freely. Friendly dogs up the road who want you to stop your car to say hello. oh and the welcome pack for us went down well, well treats and Prosecco

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★Oct 2018

• "Comfort was great Weather was fantastic Cottage was lovely"

  Reviewed by Kathleen4.7★Jul 2018

• "We were impressed that the owners had left a welcome pack for our dogs made us feel they were as important as us"

  Reviewed by Debra5.0★Jul 2018

• "Excellent cottage, made dogs welcome with baskets bowls towels and treats supplied."

  setting super away from traffic and lane for walking dogs out the door . As you can guess the dogs loved it we enjoyed everything it had to offer and the beaches were beautiful.

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Jun 2018

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