Dog-friendly Cottages Camarthenshire

Maesydderwen, meaning oak field, started life as a working farm and later became a country inn, but is now a collection of delightful holiday cottages, beautifully situated within the living landscape of the Brecon Beacons National Park. The charming market town of Llandeilo, with chic shops and an array of good restaurants, cafes and pubs, is just over three miles away. This holiday property has CCTV and has been renovated by the owners who live on-site, and boasts a fantastic hot tub and comfortable accommodation ideal for families, friends or couples. The property has been awarded Bronze in the Carmarthenshire Tourism Awards for self catering accommodation of the year 2018/2019 (3 units or more). There is an abundance of wildlife to see and enjoy from the grounds including woodpecker, siskin, marsh tit, goldfinch, nuthatch and wild roe deer. Red kites can also often be seen soaring overhead and there is a feeding station a 20-minute drive away. You can leave the car behind and enjoy wonderful walks directly from the cottage. If you can drag yourself away from Maesydderwen, there are the beautiful castles of Carreg Cennen and Dinefwr nearby, and the dammed lake of Llyn Y Fan Fach at the western border of the Black Mountains. The National Botanic Garden of Wales, 11 miles, with its great glasshouse dome at its centre, is a year round attraction, and within the Brecon Beacons National Park there are masses of paths and trails for walkers, runners, cyclists, mountain bikers, golfers, horse riders and wildlife watchers. Adrenaline sports such as paragliding, canoeing, rafting and abseiling can also be organised within the national park. Fishing is available in the nearby Towy Valley. Beach 30 miles. Shop and pub 3 miles, restaurant 3¾ miles.
Owl Cottage can be booked together with Kite Cottage (CC632040), Robin Cottage (CC632042), Wren Cottage (CC632043), The Lodge (CC632044), Kingfisher (UK6278) and Siskin Cottage to accommodate up to 37 guests.

This lovely 1900s barn was formerly a cow shed and milking parlour, and has been converted to a high standard with luxury fixtures and fittings. It is situated on a working beef and sheep farm with a pedigree Hereford suckler herds, sheep and goats and lies adjacent to the owners’ home. This semi-detached property is all one level and has a family bathroom, a double bedroom with en-suite facilities and a twin bedroom. The corridor leads to an open plan living space and the fabulous fitted kitchen has all the necessary appliances you could need. There is also a lovely breakfast bar for you to enjoy your meals whilst looking at the open countryside through the patio doors. The living area has a wood burner, ideal for keeping you cosy on those colder evenings, and patio doors lead out to a patio area and the garden, great for exercising the dogs, and children. After a long walk, imagine relaxing in the private hot tub just looking out onto the rolling green hills – perfect!
Ammanford itself has a coffee roastery serving fantastic coffee as well as breakfasts. There is also a large selection of shops, supermarkets and local pubs, some serving good food and with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and castles. Pantyffynnon station is within walking distance of the property on Heart of Wales line to Shrewsbury or Cardiff in the other
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There is also plenty to do in the area, with the beaches of Gower approximately 18 miles. The lovely old market town of Llandeilo, situated on the River Towy, is just 6 miles away with boutiques and galleries, and hosts various festivals throughout the year, including the Jazz Festival and the Gin Festival. For those wanting to explore the local countryside, there are plenty of walks from the property and some great biking trails. Beach 12¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Lying peacefully in a rural location on the owners’ smallholding, near the small hamlet village of Trelech, these semi-detached holiday cottages (29176 and 29177) have been finished to a very good standard, offering an excellent touring base for a family or couples alike. Conveniently located, they are in an area that abounds with fantastic walks around the nearby Preselli Hills, a natural playground for mountain bikers, ramblers and walkers. Situated close to the Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire borders, guests can discover the famous castles of the west including Carreg Cennen, Kidwelly and Laugharne, once home to famous Welsh poet Dylan Thomas and his iconic boat house. Visit the popular tourist resorts of Tenby and Narbeth and explore the array of boutique shops, fantastic restaurants and award-winning theme parks including Oakwood, Manor House and Folly Farm, home to Wales’ very own colony of giraffes. Golf, riding and fishing nearby, and a supermarket 15 miles away. Shop 8 miles.

Come and discover the delights of Y Bwthyn, situated on the edge of Blaenwaun a picturesque hamlet, close to the borders of Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. Part of Anfodd Countryside Retreats, it is set amongst the rolling meadows and enjoys far reaching views over the owners 6-acre smallholding. The property boasts its very own hot tub where you can relax after a busy day exploring the area and watch the plethora of amazing stars above.
Y Bwthyn has been restored to its former glory by its owners and has been finished with quality and comfort in mind, the spacious open plan living space really is a great social space. Here you will find a fully equipped modern fitted kitchen complete with dishwasher and coffee machine. Sitting at the dining table you can enjoy views of the orchard and growing beds. For relaxation, the comfy sofas are perfect for snuggling up on a winter’s evening, and the property enjoys underfloor heating throughout and also offers a garden with seating area that backs onto farmland.
A 40-minute drive away is the coastal village of Llansteffan, where you can enjoy morning walks along the beach or step back in time and visit the ruined castle dating back to the early 12th century, along with the Iron Age earthworks still visible to this day. Pendine Sands offers 6 miles of sandy beach and the famous coastal resort of Tenby is a 40-minute drive away. Oakwood, Wales’s largest theme park, and Folly Farm Zoo are all within 40-minute drive as well. Y Bwthyn is centrally located for local attractions including Cardigan Bay in 30 minutes, and Pembrokeshire Coast and Carmarthen Bay are both 25 minutes away. Also nearby are the Preseli Mountains with a host of fantastic walks and beautiful views. Beach 15 miles.

Come and enjoy all that Sweet Pea Cottage has to offer with unobstructed picture postcard views out over the village of Pwll, Carmarthen Bay and the Gower Peninsula. This mid-terrace cottage really does offer the perfect location to explore this wonderful area of Carmarthenshire. Nestled on the edge of the village with a village shop and a local, traditional, Welsh pub and restaurant where you can enjoy home cooking and locally produced ales. The historic town of Llanelli is 5 minutes away where you will find the Millennium Coastal Path which runs through to Kidwelly. Alternatively, enjoy the Millennium Recreational Lake which is perfect for a little adventure with lots of water sports, or enjoy building sandcastles with your family on the beach.

This property has been finished to a very good standard throughout and offers the perfect base to discover West Wales. Enjoy a glass of wine with your evening meal in the spacious dining/sun room and take in the ever changing views over the tidal, Carmarthen Bay. The galley style kitchen has been wonderfully finished with granite tops, wine cooler, beams and Belfast sink which is open plan with the living area - a perfect social space when you are cooking that special meal. On the first floor are two bright and airy bedrooms, both are beautifully presented to an excellent standard and also enjoy the sea views.

Burry Port is also 5 minutes away where you can admire the famous lighthouse which dates back to 1842. It has become part of the landscape and is admired and photographed by so many. On the harbourside you can enjoy some refreshments in the café and take in the boats coming and going. The cottage is within close proximity to the main cycle path, which you can explore in its many directions to Burry Port onto Pembrey, or from Llanelli Beach up to the Gwendraeth Valley. A little further along this dramatic coastline is Pembrey Country Park with 8 miles of golden sands of Cefn Siden beach, dry ski slope and acres of woodlands to explore. The cottage is located approximately 10 minutes from both Ashburnham and Machynys Golf Club, which is a Jack Nicklaus designed course and offers a spa and restaurant. Don’t miss the coastal resort of Tenby, a 50-minute drive away which offers the perfect day out. Folly Farm Zoo and Heatherton World of Adventure are both close by and great for all ages. The property would also be a lovely stop over for the popular wedding venues in the area. This really is the perfect location for exploring both south and west Wales, with attractions for everyone, plus the beautiful Gower Peninsula. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.