Classic Cottages strengthens Welsh presence with St Davids Escapes acquisition
In the newsWe’re delighted to share that we are expanding our collection of holiday cottages in Pembrokeshire by welcoming St Davids Escapes to the Classic portfolio.
St Davids Escapes brings over 80 holiday properties to the collection, located in beautiful North Pembrokeshire in areas such as Solva, Abereiddy, Whitesands Bay, and St Davids. The business has a fantastic reputation and is known for its local knowledge and personal service, which makes it a great fit for the Classic team. The office in St Davids will remain open, allowing us to work closely with property owners and to continue providing guests with first-hand advice about the properties and the local area.
Dan Harrison, Commercial Director at Classic Cottages, said: “St Davids Escapes is a really strong fit for Classic. It is a well-established local business with an excellent portfolio of properties, extensive knowledge of the area and the same emphasis on personal service and close relationships with owners that has always been important to us.
“This acquisition gives us a much stronger presence in one of Wales’ best-known holiday destinations and takes the Classic portfolio to around 1,500 properties across the UK.
“Importantly, we are continuing to grow as an independent, family-owned business. We believe there is a real opportunity to combine the local knowledge and relationships that businesses such as St Davids Escapes have built up over many years with the reach, marketing and resources that Classic can provide.”
We are really pleased that Rachael Copley, owner of St Davids Escapes, is joining Classic as an Area Manager. Rachael said: “St Davids Escapes has always been about sharing our love and knowledge of this very special part of Pembrokeshire and providing a personal service to our owners and guests.
“Joining Classic Cottages feels like a natural next step because we share the same values and approach. I’m delighted to be staying with the business and working from St Davids, while being able to offer our owners the benefits of Classic’s wider reach, marketing expertise and resources.”
