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Sloeberry Farm

Mid Wales Ceredigion Aberporth

From £75 a night
2 Cabins & 4 Safari Lodges
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Coastal glamping with hot tubs on a historic farm with stunning views across the Welsh countryside

When it comes to Wales, it's Pembrokeshire that traditionally gets all the plaudits, and there's no doubt it's an enticing part of the country. But the bordering region of Ceredigion just to the north is beginning to get noticed too, and no wonder, with cliff walks, sandy bays, fabulous beaches and fishing villages just waiting to be discovered by the unsuspecting visitor. Indeed Cardigan Bay was recently lauded by Lonely Planet as one of the 'best places to be right now" – not just in Britain but the world (!), and Cardigan itself as one of the most happening towns in Wales.

It's a point of view the owners heartily agree with, having given up city life to buy a small listed farm and set up a beautiful and very peaceful glamping site. Situated close to the sandy expanse of Aberporth Beach, it is by any standards a glorious spot, with stunning views across the countryside, its own private lake and lots of little corners to explore – and the accommodation they have created here is as good as it gets.

There are two wooden cabins and four safari lodges. Each features comfy made-up beds, a fully-equipped kitchen, old-style lamps and a wood-burning stove, along with a wood-fired hot tub, picnic table, barbecue and firepit. Crucially each has its own facilities too – en-suite for the lodges, which can sleep up to six people, and behind each of the cabins, which can sleep up to four.

Lastly, it would be a pity not to talk up the appeal of Sloeberry Farm itself, which you are free to roam around or just sit around and soak up the sun. There's lots of space, and the buttercup-dotted meadows and lines of mature trees seem to have been left to their own devices – for children, the opportunities are endless. You can reach the coast path and spectacular cove of Aberporth beach (3 miles away) by way of a relatively undemanding mix of footpaths and country lanes, and Cardigan town is a short drive away, with its abundance of indy shops and excellent restaurants. The coast here is also famed for any number of outdoor pursuits, from coasteering, paddle-boarding and sea kayaking to mountain biking and just plain old walking. It's also one of the best areas in the UK to spot dolphins, seals, puffins and other rare wildlife.

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Facilities

The canvas lodges sleep up to eight people in a king bed, bunk beds, a camp bed and a king-size cabin bed. They're equipped with leather sofas, wood burners, dining tables and fully equipped kitchens. Each has a private shower room and en-suite washroom with basin and flushing toilet. Outside, each lodge has a picnic table, a wood-fired hot tub, a firepit and a separate BBQ.

Cabins are equipped with wood burners, dining tables and fully equipped kitchens, with a BBQ/firepit, picnic table and wood fired hot tub outside . In the bedroom, there is a king-sized bed and bunk beds to comfortably sleep a family of four. Behind each cabin there are huts created by a local craftsman housing a private toilet and hot showers.

Suitable For

Families, couples and dogs looking for a quiet relaxing break– yes. Tents, campervans, caravans, large groups, stags and hens – no.

Nearby

Lonely Planet recently voted Cardigan Bay "the best place to be in the world right now" and it certainly fits the bill with it's mix of fantastic beaches and coastal villages, yet still retaining a relatively uncrowded feel, especially out of peak season. Cliff walks on the coastal path, sandy bays and National Trust-owned beaches are the highlights. By car, the town of Cardigan is not far away, formed around a Norman castle which is open to the public and boasts a great café and frequent outdoor events. Nearby Cilgerran Castle (01239 621339) still welcomes visitors – its two massive drum towers dominate the surroundings. North, picture perfect New Quay has a cobbled stone harbour – with plenty of cafés and fantastic chippies, it's a great place to enjoy the views and spot the Cardigan Bay dolphins.

Food & Drink

The nearest pub, the Penllwyndu Inn (01239 682533), is an easy mile and a half walk away – don’t be put off by the hangman's noose sign! There are plenty of other places to eat and drink within within easy striking distance. Cardigan the local town (ten mins away) has plenty of choice, plus a supermarket for supplies, whilst Aberporth Bay (five mins) is slightly smaller but has a great fish and chip shop (01239 811003) next door to The Ship Inn (01239 810822), both of which have excellent views of the beach.

Open

March–December.

Family Friendly

Getting back to nature doesn't mean giving up every modern luxury – as Sloeberry Farm shows – but there are some that you'll certainly not need while you're here. Put down the iPads, switch off the Kindle, throw away their phones and let the kids loose.

Pricing

Lodges and cabins from £100

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The Owner Says

Coastal glamping at Sloeberry Farm, recently awarded Gold Glamping the highest possible by VisitWales as part of the Welsh Government Quality Assured Glamping Scheme.

The farm is located close to Aberporth Beach near Cardigan in West Wales. The farm was founded in the early 1800s making use of the natural spring to power a mill and dairy. It sits in a sheltered spot with stunning views across the countryside and is a short drive to many local sandy beaches and coves.

Sloeberry Farm Lodges and Cabins all with private facilities are located in acres of pasture & woods, only 3 miles from the fishing village and stunning beaches of Aberporth and a short drive from the historic town of Cardigan.

As we only have four lodges and in a different meadow a couple of cabins , peace, quiet and privacy have always been an integral part of a stay here at Sloeberry Farm.

Location

Contact Website 01239 571 013 Sloeberry Farm, Sloeberry Farm, Aberporth, Ceredigion SA43 2BQ

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Getting There

Sloeberry Farm very close to Aberporth, the nearest large town is Cardigan 10 mins away and is easily reachable from the M4 to the East or the main A487 coast road from the North and South. Full directions given upon booking.

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Rated ★★★★★ over 10 reviews

★★★★★

Would definitely recommend

Such a lovely place, so peaceful. Hot shower, flushing toilet, comfy beds, cosy fires, hot tub with a view, and so many things nearby. Couldn’t ask for anything more. It’s like all the positives of camping without any of the negatives.

Feb 27, 2025 by Kali

★★★★★

Cannot recommend enough!

Wow wow wow - we had the most incredible stay here. A quiet break away from day to day life was what we wanted and it was exactly what we got. Jo greeted us on arrival and was incredibly thorough and helpful with getting us checked in and familiar with our surroundings - she even surprised us by explaining we had been upgraded. We were lucky with the weather which made the woodfired hot tub an even nicer treat with us being able to watch the sunset in the evening too. Everything was perfect.

Feb 21, 2025 by Catrin

★★★★★

Magical stay

We had such a magical stay at Sloeberry Farm. It was exactly what we needed, lots of fresh air, cosy evenings playing games and chilling out in the hot tub. Shaun greeted us with fresh eggs from the farm and kept us stocked up with logs. Our 3 boys (9, 7 and 4) were so excited by Owl Lodge, the hidden bedroom and loft were such great touches. The accommodation was well equipped and comfortable. Our youngest was really unwell, Jo kept checking in and offering assistance, which was so kind. We didn't get to explore as much of the area as we had planned but what we saw was stunning. Wonderful beaches, lovely walks and stunning castles. We ended up getting takeaways and cooked in, due to the illness but to be honest I didn't want to leave the glow of the log burner and the comfort of the chesterfield sofa! We will definitely be back, my boys are still talking about it. Thank you Shaun and Jo, you've created the perfect family getaway!

Jan 5, 2025 by Diggy H

★★★★★

Perfect place

Dormouse Cabin is a beautiful stay. If you’re up for reconnecting with yourself and having little distraction - this is the perfect place. The fire inside is lovely to warm you up at night and outside is perfect to stargaze in the hot tub or by the fire pit whilst you BBQ. The nearby beach, Llangrannog is a hidden gem! Jo made us feel very welcome and gave us the perfect balance of being looked after if we needed extra wood, and respected our privacy also. She even dropped us off some fresh eggs which were amazing

Aug 25, 2024 by Lara

★★★★★

It was perfect

We had a fantastic time at Sloeberry farm. We stayed in Owl Lodge which is tucked away at the far end so is very private. The staff were very accommodating, friendly and always available should you need anything.

Aug 25, 2024 by Phil

★★★★★

Will definitely be back

Absolutely loved our stay here. Everything about it was just perfect. We weren’t sure what to expect but it was brilliant.|Fox Lodge was amazing with lovely facilities and so much space, it felt like a real treat for us all. There is so much to do in the local area with lots of gorgeous sandy beaches, castles to explore and the best fish and chips we have ever had. We spent our evenings soaking in the hot tub and toasting marshmallows on the campfire. By the end of our holiday, we were relaxed and refreshed and will definitely be back.

Jun 27, 2024 by Judith M

★★★★★

Our absolute favourite

Lovely stay in a fantastic location. We have been glamping in lots of different places, but Sloeberry Farm is our absolute favourite. So close to gorgeous beaches and lots of things to do with the family. We even managed to see dolphins from the beach! The accommodation is great, it’s peaceful, well laid out and has everything you need. The hot tub was a bonus and we loved sitting on our deck taking in the sunset. Hope to be back soon.

Jun 16, 2024 by Bella M

★★★★★

We will be back!

We loved this special place! Beautiful views, friendly hosts, quiet/clean perfect setting. Couldn’t ask for a better place to explore the Welsh beaches and countryside.

Mar 5, 2024 by Gabriella

★★★★★

Just booked again

Just booked again to stay at Sloeberry Farm, after enjoying our time so much last year. Outstanding area, homely cabin, my children enjoyed running through grass and playing hiding and seeking. Nice to wake up in morning to sounds of birds and sun coming in cabin. Would recommend.

Feb 24, 2024 by Lisa

★★★★★

Fantastic Cabins!

We loved our stay here. Perfectly located close to beaches, the nature reserve and the local town but in a peaceful, rural location. The cabin was bigger than expected and had everything we needed for a lovely, relaxing break - will definitely be back.

Jun 23, 2021 by Chris