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INSPIRED From top: Dylan Coastal Resort; MINI Countryman Electric
The lodges at Dylan Coastal Resort aren’t short on charm either and every detail seems designed to enhance relaxation. The open-plan layouts, sleek interiors, and high-end appliances make it easy to settle in and unwind. My personal favourite? The private outdoor terrace, complete with a jacuzzi overlooking the estuary. There’s something almost poetic about sipping a morning coffee or an evening glass of bubbles while watching the sunrise or sunset and the ever-changing tides. Beyond the lodges, Milk Wood House Spa is, without a doubt, the crown jewel of Dylan Coastal Resort and stepping into its hydrotherapy infinity pool I felt an instant sense of serenity. The spa also offers everything from rejuvenating massages to luxurious facials, and for those who want to keep up with their fitness routine, the gym’s view is very motivating. But my perfect itinerary was simple: an easy session at the gym, then time in the pool and spa; followed by a leisurely drink at the Milk Wood Bar & Restaurant. Food is an essential part of any weekend escape, and Milk Wood Bar & Restaurant strikes the right balance of elevated, yet unpretentious, and the atmosphere is perfect, whether you’re in the mood for a quiet meal or keen to mingle. If you want to stretch your culinary
through the charming town, it’s not difficult to imagine the poet drawing inspiration here. Although for me, it was a visit to his former home, the Dylan Thomas Boathouse, and gazing over the same views he must have seen so many times, that
really made me feel part of his world. Browns Hotel, where we enjoyed that outstanding Chateaubriand, was also a favourite Dylan Thomas haunt, and seems his spirit is alive and well, as even on the wintery Sunday night we dropped in, the place was buzzing with a lively
“LAUGHARNE HAS DEEP-ROOTED LINKS TO DYLAN THOMAS”
horizons just a little, I can highly recommend a meal at Dexter’s, the in-house restaurant at Browns Hotel. The Chateaubriand for Two was an absolute
mix of locals and visitors. Another local literary secret is Shell Cottage, just a short drive from Laugharne in Freshwater West, which Harry Potter fans will recognise as the setting for Dobby’s farewell scene in The Deathly Hallows’ movie. For those looking to venture beyond Laugharne, the nearby
standout and could easily have fed four. Their cheese soufflé was another indulgent delight: light, airy, packed with flavour and a testament to the restaurant’s passion for refining comfort food. You might have guessed by now that Laugharne has deep-rooted connections to Dylan Thomas and wandering
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