Dog-friendly Cottages Camarthenshire

Come and discover all that Ty Celyn Farmhouse has to offer, set amongst the rolling Carmarthenshire countryside near the quaint hamlet of Ponthenri, on the owners’ working sheep farm. This gorgeous farmhouse is steeped in history, dating back to the 1500s, with lots of original features and is spacious enough for family and friends to come together on holiday. Nestled within the picturesque Gwendraeth Valley and once the hub of the farm, this stone farmhouse has been lovingly furnished and offers the perfect base from which to explore Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and the Gower. Take a short walk to the local pub and restaurant for some local ales and home cooked food, or why not dine al fresco with a family barbecue? Cefn Sidan beach, Kidwelly Castle, the National Botanical Gardens of Wales and Ffoss Las racecourse are within 30 minutes’ drive.
Ty Celyn Farmhouse really does offer a fantastic level of comfort throughout, with a spacious living room and wood burner for cosy nights in with a good movie. The open plan kitchen/dining area with original beams, quarry tiles and bread oven has been restored to its former glory. On the first floor each bedroom has been lovingly decorated to a good standard offering a perfect night’s sleep.
Pembrey Country Park is great for all ages and is fantastic for families and walkers alike, complete with 500-acres of woodland, a dry ski slope, toboggan run and the picture postcard Cefn Sidan sands, covering 8 miles of golden beach. The historic town of Kidwelly is a 10-minute drive away and is home to one of the finest preserved Norman Castles in Wales. The Llanelli Wetland Centre is a must see, where you can hand feed rare breed geese, go bug hunting, see flamingos and enjoy birdwatching from hides. From Llanelli you can also hire bicycles and take a spin along the Millennium Coastal cycle path, meandering along some epic coastline. Beach 7 miles. Shop 8 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Enjoy the delights of Middleton Cottage, set peacefully within the quaint hamlet of Porthrhyd within the rolling countryside of Carmarthenshire and walking distance to the National Botanical Gardens of Wales. Set around a 15 minute drive to the Carmarthen Bay coastline, this detached holiday home is a short drive from the M4, with access to Pembrokeshire and the stunning Gower Peninsula makes this the perfect touring location. Enjoy a plethora of walks from your doorstep to include a host of activities at the National Botanical Gardens of Wales with a bird of prey centre, butterfly house and Europe’s largest single span glass house.
Middleton Cottage has been lovingly furnished throughout with a spacious open plan kitchen diner with views over the rear enclosed garden, the cosy living room boasts a log burner and is ideal to relax in front of with a good film after a busy day sightseeing. Enjoy a read of some good books or some board games in the snug which acts as a second living space which is ideal to keep children entertained. On the first floor both light and airy bedrooms have been finished with comfort in mind and offer a good nights sleep.
The ancient town of Kidwelly is a 15-minute drive away and is home to one of the finest preserved Norman castles in Wales, along this wonderful coast is Pembrey Country Park, set in 500 acres of woodland where you can learn to dry ski and toboggan, there’s a children’s play area and 8 miles of golden sands at Cefn Sidan beach. Dylan Thomas’ stomping ground and the township of Laugharne are well worth a trip. Here you can visit his writing shed and see his local pub. The famous seaside walled town of Tenby and the Gower Peninsula are a great day out and within an hour’s drive.

Discover the charm and character of Ty Lewis Cottage nestled on the edge of the coastal village of Pwll complete with a village shop, traditional Welsh pub and walking distance to the Millennium coastal footpath that connects this stunning coastline. Here you can hire bikes or take a stroll from Llanelli, through Burry Port, Kidwelly and onto Ferryside taking in the Carmarthen Bay with lots of bird life and some stunning coves and beaches. This semi-detached cottage really does offer the perfect location to explore this wonderful area of Carmarthenshire. Close by, your family can enjoy the delights of Pembrey Country Park with 8 miles of golden sands of Cefn Siden beach, dry ski slope and acres of woodlands to explore.
Ty Lewis Cottage was once the family home and has been finished to an excellent standard with a spacious well-equipped kitchen with exposed stone walls and beams. This leads through to the warm and cosy living room, again retaining lots of character with exposed stone walls, beams, log burner and shutters. The bright and airy dining room is perfect for enjoying formal meals together with your friends and family. It is furnished with a large dining table, bookcase and a variety of books and games to enjoy with the whole family.
On the first floor, each bedroom has been designed with comfort in mind and decorated lovingly throughout. The master suite boasts en-suite Jack and Jill facilities with bedroom two, and high quality linen make for the perfect night’s sleep. On those balmy summer days, enjoy some relaxation time with a good book by the fishpond, in this impeccably kept enclosed garden with a vast array of plants in bloom, and even a summer house complete, with a children‘s multi-games table, ideal for a competition.
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 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.

Lletty Bach, a lovely, two-bedroom bungalow rests rurally in Login near Whitland, Carmarthenshire. Pet-friendly. Countryside views. Family-friendly. Enclosed garden. Narberth 8.2 miles; Carmarthen 20.4 miles.

The heart of Llandeilo is just three miles from Taliaris Isaf, famous for its award-winning chocolate shop, boutique shopping and elegant restaurants dotted around the town.
Discover the county’s historic sites including Carreg Cennen and Aberglasney Manor or explore the heritage park of Dinefwr and learn its rich history behind its beautiful 12th century castle, situated amongst a tranquil 800-acre park with wild deer running free. For an adventurous day out, try walking the iconic ’Llyn-y-Fan-Fach’ (Lady of the Lake), which boasts fantastic views over the Brecon Beacons National Park amidst shimmering lakes and tumbling waterfalls. Guests can enjoy themselves fishing on the renowned River Towy, bird watching where red kites can often be seen hovering over Dinefwr Castle, walking, or even a spot of golf or horse riding, as these are both nearby.
Taliaris Isaf is set on a working farm in 35 acres of land with a large, enclosed garden with private hot tub, vegetable plot, and a pathway leading down to the river – great for trout fishing. Entrance into a boot room, large kitchen with gas hob and electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, utility area with washing machine, large dining room with electric wood burner, large living area with log burning stove and Smart TV, Netflix etc, Wi-Fi, downstairs toilet.To the first floor there is a twin room,king-size room super kingsize room and kingsize room with en-suite bathroom with bath and shower attachment, family bathroom with bath and shower cubicle.
Whatever you decide to do on your holiday this is a fantastic large property to come back to and listen to the sounds of the wildlife whilst relaxing in the hot tub.

Come and enjoy Trondra House set on the edge of the picture postcard coastal village of Ferryside on the mouth of the estuary where the river Towy joins the Carmarthen Bay Ferryside’s history is unique and today it still possesses a charm and character. A five minute walk away is the beach and all facilities including a pub, resturant (offers coffee in the mornings) and swimming pool. This is the perfect base for exploring South West Wales with sandy beaches and wonderful countryside in abundance.
The Millennium Coastal Park footpath runs from Ferryside and visits the rugged coves, stunning beaches and dramatic coastline this area has to offer, and is perfect by foot or cycle and runs for 14 miles passing Kidwelly, Burry Port and onto Llanelli. Trondra House is set on a small cul-de-sac of similar properties and is a superb holiday base offering spacious accommodation throughout.
On the ground floor the open plan living/kitchen/dining area offers a great social space with solid wood floors and flooded with light from the French doors which lead onto the conservatory, where you can enjoy an early morning coffee whilst watching the plethora of birdlife feeding. On the first floor the bright and airy master bedroom boasts a Juliet balcony; both bedrooms have been lovingly furnished with a good nights sleep in mind. The bathroom is ideal to rest those muscles after a busy day sightseeing with a large double-ended bath or enjoy the spacious walk-in double shower. On those warm summer evenings enjoy sitting outside with a BBQ with your family.
A trip to the coastal walled town of Tenby is around a 45 minute drive, here your family can discover the cobbled streets; take a boat trip to Caldey Island to see the Cistercian monks; take a swim or enjoy fish and chips on the harbour walls. Oakwood Theme Park, Folly Farm Zoo and Heatherton World of Adventure, are also a nearby fantastic day out. Beach 1 mile.

A contemporary single-storey lodge settled on Pendine Sands Holiday Park, in Pendine, Carmarthenshire. Open-plan. Washer/dryer. Close to the beach. Tenby 12 miles.

A well-presented three-bedroom cottage in Burry Port, Carmarthenshire. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Llanelli 5 miles; Kidwelly 5.6 miles; Carmarthen 15.4 miles.

Golf course located, a detached property nestled in the town of Llaneli, South Wales. Off-road parking. Washing machine. WiFi. Swansea 10.8 miles; Carmarthen 23.9 miles.

Bwythn Bach is set on the west of the Brecon Beacons National Park, boasting stunning views and a perfect base for exploring the beacons. ‘Bwthyn Bach’ is Welsh for ‘Small Cottage’, and is a cosy property sleeping up to two guests. A double bedroom on the first-floor sleeps two, the ground floor comprises a spacious living room, a compact kitchen and bathroom. Outside you will also have a private courtyard garden and driveway parking. You can enjoy a quiet retreat and stay local, making the most of the countryside. If you would prefer to explore more, this property is ideal! Go out into the Brecon Beacons or within 40 minutes you can drive to Swansea. Llandeilo is just 10 minutes from the property by car. Beach 23 miles.