Fido Family Friendly Places

Ponsgwedhen is a detached holiday bungalow set in an elevated position overlooking Coverack Bay, with great sea views. Coverack is located on the Lizard Peninsula, the most southerly point of mainland Britain. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has unspoiled fishing villages, tucked away beaches and coves, spectacular coastal walks and breathtaking scenery. The area is ideal for walking, bird watching, water sports, fishing and golf. There is also a nature reserve within 3 miles. Within easy reach are Falmouth with its harbour and marinas, the National Maritime Museum and Pendennis Castle. Shops, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

This stone built, semi-detached holiday bungalow sits within a cul-de-sac, only a few minutes walk from the centre of this seaside village. Seahouses has wide appeal for all age groups with its golden beach, fish and chip shops, cafes, gift shops and a working harbour where trips to the Farne Islands are a must. Holy Island, further up the coast, can be reached via the causeway and makes a great day out. Visit the historic town of Alnwick, 12 miles, and visit the castle as seen in the Harry Potter films. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

This lovely detached holiday property is in a rural location, on the Llŷn Peninsula, and a private gate from the garden takes you down to the beautiful little Porth Colmon harbour and beach, where lobster and crab can be bought in season and occasional visitors include dolphins and seals. With the Llŷn Coastal Path just along the lane, it’s a great place for walkers. The property itself is spacious and boasts a large conservatory with views over fields to the sea, with bay windows replaced in 2021. The village of Aberdaron is six miles away and the peaceful NT property of Plas yn Rhiw is well worth a visit. Major supermarkets will deliver. Seasonal shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Hafan can be booked together with Colman Bach (CC611031) and Porth Colmon Farmhouse (29856) to accommodate upto 16 guests.

Set in the peaceful village of North Somercotes on the Lincolnshire coast between Mablethorpe and Cleethorpes, this detached bungalow, situated close to the owner’s home, offers an ideal location for a relaxing holiday or a comfortable base from which to explore the area. North Somercotes is one of the larger villages in the area and has several shops, takeaways, 2 pubs, a licensed restaurant, hairdressers and beauty facilities. North Somercotes is 15 miles south of Cleethorpes, a popular holiday resort including the theme park Pleasure Island, the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway and other attractions. The village is only 8 miles from the Georgian town of Louth which still boasts 3 markets a week, with the very impressive St James Church, Hubbards Hills picnic area and beauty spot, as well as a cinema, leisure centre and many excellent restaurants and pubs. Mablethorpe, 11 miles, is only a short drive away and has sandy beaches along with all your normal seaside attractions including a fun fair and amusements. Grimsby has a Fishing Heritage Centre, as well as very good shopping facilities. Donna Nook Seal Sanctuary is within 2 miles and from late October to late December seals congregate to have their pups here (1798 pups in 2014). Seals are very close to the public viewing areas, making Donna Nook one of the most accessible sites for seeing seals breeding in the UK. It attracts 40,000 visitors a year. Good walks and cycle routes are straight from the door with fishing and golf courses all within a short drive. Horse riding is available nearby and the surrounding areas offer lessons, trekking and livery. Beach 2 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Positioned alongside well-established coarse fishing lakes in a peaceful, rural location, these five detached lodges (refs UKC1324, UKC1325, 29727, 29728 and 29729) provide superb holiday accommodation. The properties are just 2 miles from Burgh le Marsh and only 5 miles from the seaside resort of Skegness with its excellent sandy beaches, fun fair, amusements, theatre, a seal sanctuary and Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve. Each lodge has its own private hot tub positioned on the decked veranda overlooking the fishing lakes, which are all well stocked with mature carp up to 20lbs, barble up to 11lbs and bream up to 7lbs, as well as crucian carp, chub, tench, ide, rudd, roach and perch. For those that don’t want to fish, there is plenty to see and do in the area. Attractions in the area include the Lincolnshire Wolds, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight at Coningsby or Horncastle, a 30-minute drive, which is famous for its many antique and collectables shops. Visit Fantasy Island at Ingoldmells. Lincoln Cathedral, where ’The Da Vinci Code’ was filmed with Tom Hanks, is about an hour’s drive and there are many excellent walks and cycle routes throughout the area. Beach 5 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles. The properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.

This lovely holiday property is in a rural location, on the Llŷn Peninsula, and enjoys a stunning outlook over the dramatic sea and shoreline, boasting its own blissful hot tub. This detached, former farmhouse offers very comfortable and spacious accommodation, with the added benefit of parking for four cars and one boat. Sitting just a short stroll from the beautiful little Porth Colmon harbour and beach, with its own slipway belonging to the owner of the farmhouse, where small boats can be launched. In season, freshly caught lobsters and crabs can be purchased from the local fisherman and occasional visitors include dolphins and seals. A scenic cliff-top walk takes you to the uncrowded golden sands of Treath Penllach, a relatively unknown part of the Peninsula whilst the village of Aberdaron is 6 miles away. Lively Pwllheli, which offers shops, pubs and restaurants, 11 miles away. Beach 50 yards. Shop (seasonal) ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Porth Colmon Farmhouse can be booked together with Colman Bach (CC611031) and Hafan (28081) to accommodate upto 16 guests.

Black Sea Horse is a coastal retreat located just a short walk from the picturesque seaside village of Westward Ho!
This reverse level accommodation offers three stylish bedrooms where you can look forward to sinking into either the super kingsize bed or one of the kingsize beds after a long day at the beach. There is also the flexibility to adapt two beds into singles upon request.
Start your morning with the ease of knowing you can enjoy one of the two en-suite shower rooms or family bathroom so everyone can take their time. As you go upstairs you will be blown away with the open plan living accommodation where you can open the bi-fold doors letting in an abundance of light. Outside on the balcony there is ample seating perfect for socializing together. Before retiring for the evening, you can jump into the 6 seater Jacuzzi or enjoy the enclosed sun-trap garden where guests can relax and unwind.
Westward Ho! beach, just a short stroll away, has everything you need from rock pooling, surfing or flying kites, and the village itself has an array of restaurants, bars, shops, cafés and amusements. Nearby, Bideford provides both a pannier and open-air market and from the pretty quay you can enjoy a trip to Lundy Island on the famous Oldenburg. Other attractions in the area include the fishing villages of Appledore and Clovelly, Instow, Hartland Abbey, Tapeley Park, The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Royal North Devon Golf Club and dog friendly beaches. If you still have enough energy after exploring the area why not use the private access from the resort to enjoy the amazing views across over the South West Coast Path and walks across the Burrows.

Enjoying a truly unique location on the northern coast of the Isle of Anglesey, Bwthyn Pereos commands breathtaking coastal views across Cemlyn Bay towards the Skerries. The enchanting curved bay, with its salt water lagoon, is considered the best example of its type in Wales and is a haven for bird and wildlife. Many footpaths take in the scenery of the bay, and the picturesque surrounding area is perfect for birdwatchers and walkers alike.
Bwthyn Pereos is a spacious and comfortable, single-storey, detached property enjoying large enclosed lawned gardens, surrounded by beautiful countryside and just three miles from the fishing village of Cemaes Bay, with its good selection of shops, pubs, cafés and pretty harbour. This is a wonderful location for exploring the island and its host of family attractions including a sea zoo, Beaumaris Castle, and puffin and seal watching trips. The port of Holyhead is close by for day trips to Ireland, and the Snowdonia National Park, with its exhilarating range of outdoor pursuits, is also easily accessible.

In a rural setting, but located just 3 miles south of the seaside town of Aberystwyth and with beautiful views of mountains and coast, No 5 Pengraig Draw is furnished and equipped to a very good standard. It is semi-detached and boasts comfortable accommodation for up to six people, and has a garden (enclosed by a low wall) and a decked terrace.
Picture yourself sitting on a sandy beach overlooking Cardigan Bay watching dolphins, cycling down country lanes, walking in the hills, or just strolling through one of many market towns. You can escape life’s hustle and bustle, and enjoy this region in so many ways. It’s the perfect location to book a family holiday for a short break or a longer stay.
You can discover clean sandy beaches with clear waters, caves, waterfalls, wild rugged cliffs and so much more. If you are bringing your pet on holiday, many of the beaches are dog friendly all year round. There are fabulous coastal walks across the headlands to secret coves rarely visited except by birds and the ghosts of ancient smugglers. The pretty coastal towns of New Quay and Aberaeron are well worth exploring, and offer quaint shops and a wide choice of cafés and restaurants. Sit on a harbour wall and drink in the atmosphere whilst enjoying a local honey ice cream or fish and chips!
The dignified, Victorian resort of Aberystwyth, with its electric cliff railway, promenade and pier, is close by, as are the compelling Cambrian Mountains, a ‘wild Wales’ of hill sheep farms, forest and lakelands. Take a stately meandering train ride on what was once a working link between local lead mines and the harbour. The Vale of Rheidol Railway now runs a steam train service through the Rheidol Valley terminating at Devil’s Bridge, and from here you can choose to go and see the three bridges over the river, or visit other attractions such as the famous Mynach Falls, Devil’s Punch Bowl and Jacob’s Ladder.
When you have returned to Pengraig after days out exploring, you can enjoy the tranquil location and children will appreciate the shared play area with toys. Beach 1 mile. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
No 5 Pengraig Draw can be booked together with No 1 Pengraig Draw (UK6434), No 2 Pengraig Draw (UK6435) and No 4 Pengraig Draw (CC621061) to accommodate up to 22 guests.

Trentham Cottage is a Grade ll listed, light and airy holiday property. One of a pair, it sits within the peaceful seaside village of Snettisham, close to some of the most beautiful coastline that Norfolk has to offer. Snettisham has a huge amount of individual character and offers the opportunity to undertake a unique deer safari. It also has a lovely natural and unspoilt beach offering open sea views and glorious sunsets. Just a few miles along the coast, Hunstanton provides all the fun of the fair, a Sealife Centre, Norfolk Lavender, traditional amusements, and a beautiful sandy beach from which you can take a boat tour out to see the seals. Travel a little further and discover pretty villages that wind along the coastline and yield picturesque salt marshes and glorious beaches, along with numerous places to enjoy a meal or to potter around boutique shops. Wells-next-the-Sea, with its picturesque quay, narrow gauge railway and mix of traditional and artisan shops, is well worth a visit. Birdwatchers will be spoilt for choice with Snettisham, Titchwell and Holkham within easy reach, and Blakeney, Cley and Welney just a little further afield. The Hanseatic town of Kings Lynn is also worth visiting and there are guided walking tours available around the old quarter. The coastline offers bracing and picturesque walks and the area also offers some good cycling routes and is home to lots of National Trust properties and Stately Homes, including The Sandringham Estate and Holkham Hall. When it comes to deciding what to visit next, relaxing Trentham Cottage provides the perfect environment to unwind and plan your next adventure, perhaps while enjoying dinner al fresco in the private, patio garden. Beach 1 mile. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 150 yards.