Dog-friendly Ceredigion
Situated on the beautiful west coast of Wales, Ceredigion is one of Wales' most popular holiday destinations. With stunning, award-winning beaches, sandy coves, vibrant towns, dramatic scenery and an array of wonderful wildlife to discover, Ceredigion is the perfect place to escape with your four-legged friend.
- Maen-y-groes, WalesSet in quiet countryside, where red kites can be seen, this detached cottage is about 1½ miles from New Quay on a working farm but separated from its operations.
Converted from an 18th-century barn, retaining many features. Access to Wales Coast Path about 1 mile. There are two lakes on-site, and a pitch and putt area (dependent on weather and ground conditions) which can be accessed via a footbridge at the bottom of one of the two gardens. Well placed for beaches, villages, walks on lanes and clifftops. Aberaeron, 9 miles, Llangrannog, 7 miles. Shop and pub within 2 miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Blaencelyn, WalesTwo miles from Llangrannog’s sandy beaches, on the cleanest coast in Britain, this comfortable traditionally furnished farmhouse is set in its own gardens surrounded by unspoilt pastureland. Llangrannog offers a small slipway, a village shop, cafes and a pub/restaurant, along with a dry ski slope, whilst the popular harbour town of New Quay has sailing and fishing trips.
The market town of Cardigan has an indoor swimming pool, a sports centre, a skateboard park, art galleries and a theatre/cinema complex. There are two coastal golf courses nearby. The Crown Inn (2 miles) is a noted country traditional pub serving good food and the Harbourmaster in Aberaeron (10 miles) offers award-winning cuisine. Beach 2¾ miles. Pub and restaurant 3¾ miles.£72From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Cardigan, WalesThis characterful, three-bedroom cottage rests in Penparc near Cardigan, Ceredigion. Off-road parking. Smart TV. Ground-floor living. Dog-friendly. Woodburning stove. Swimming pool. Aberaeron 20 miles; Fishguard 21.4 miles; Carmarthen 26.5 miles.£82From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Lampeter, WalesEnd-terrace cottage near Aberaeron, created from stone barn conversion. Upside-down accommodation. Superb countryside views. Lake fishing on site. Children's play area and games room. Aberaeron 3 miles.£75From price per night based on 7 night stay
- New Quay, WalesStone barn conversion with private hot tub and mezzanine bedroom. Country walks. New Quay, Aberaeron, Cwmtydu and Penybryn beaches nearby. No under 8's.£81From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Cardigan, WalesA spectacular all-ground-floor cottage resting in Moylegrove near Cardigan, West Wales. Woodland garden. Pet-friendly. Close to the coast. Newport 5.9 miles; Aberporth 12.3 miles; Carmarthen 30.2 miles.£86From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Lampeter, WalesAn exceptional detached holiday home resting in the quiet village of Cross Inn in Mid Glamorgan. Swim spa and hot tub. Wheelchair-friendly. Lift to first floor. Woodburning stove. Aberaeron 5.4 miles; New Quay 12 miles; Aberystwyth 14.9 miles.£225From price per night based on 7 night stay
- New Quay, WalesConverted from an 18th century milking shed to a high standard cottage in 2020, Ty Arth has lots of original features that have been upcycled and used in the property. Situated in Maen-y-groes, on the owner’s quiet small holding with 5 acres of land, this lovely semi-detached cottage nestles in a fabulous rural location where red kites can often be spotted. The famous Ceredigion coastal paths can be accessed behind the owner’s land from where guests can take a short walk down to New Quay shops, restaurants and beaches and beyond. This delightful, pet-friendly property (2 pets welcome) has everything you need to enjoy a self-catering holiday.
Underfloor heating on the ground floor provides guests with a cosy and warm welcome, especially during the cooler months. On the first floor there are two bedrooms; one with a super kingsize bed, the other with zip and link twin beds (which can be made into a second super kingsize bed if required), and a family bathroom. Outside, a lovely patio area with garden furniture, as well as an enclosed grassed paddock close to the property with picnic benches, makes this a great place to let your pets roam free (under supervision).
New Quay has an array of local pubs, shops and restaurants, as well as Cardigan Watersports Centre for those who fancy trying paddle-boarding or sailing. The picturesque fishing harbour is also home to bottlenose dolphins who may be spotted on a clear day. New Quay is where the poet Dylan Thomas lived during World War II, and visitors can follow the Dylan Thomas Trail around the town. Nearby New Quay Honey Farm is well worth a visit, as is the delightful and colourful harbour town of Aberaeron. The ruins of Strata Florida and the Cambrian Mountains are only a short drive away, and golf and horse riding is available nearby. Beach 1½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.Ty Arth can be booked together with Ty Draenog (UK31653) to accommodate up to 8 guests.£70From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Llangrannog, WalesCome and enjoy Glanceri, nestled within a wooded valley, along a private lane and boasting commanding picture postcard views out over the rolling Ceredigion countryside from your private hot tub, this unique and traditional stone built Welsh country cottage offers the perfect base to discover this beautiful area and 10 minutes’ drive from the seaside, and close to the hamlet of Brynhoffnant.
Internally this gorgeous property has been meticulously restored to retain all of its original charm and character whilst retaining a high level of comfort throughout with exposed stone walls, original beams, wood and slate flooring vaulted ceilings and ingle nook fireplace- this list goes on! On an evening enjoy a glass of bubbly whilst relaxing in your hot tub whilst taking in these stunning views across the valley or take a stroll in the meadows to exercise your furry friends, close by you can also enjoy the local footpaths and you can even walk to the local pub, restaurant and village shop in Brynhoffnant, with its local pub serving home cooked traditional meals and locally brewed ales, just a 20-minute walk away.
This spacious detached cottage is set within the grounds of the unobtrusive owners home, as you enter Glanceri you can see the attention to detail the owners have included, the open plan kitchen and dining room is perfect for cooking up a storm on holiday to celebrate the special meal with original quarry tiles, beams, exposed stone walls and original salting slab feature makes this a beautiful room, the spacious living room has a focal ingle nook fireplace complete with log burner for cosy nights in. On the first floor each bedroom has been lovingly furnished to a high standard with beams, vaulted ceilings, wood floors and feature fireplaces, both bathrooms have free standing roll top baths and lots of character along with a small games room for your children to enjoy some time playing games, reading or watching a movie.
Outside you are surrounded by lots of space to roam and run free with a lovely terrace off the property leading down to a lawned garden and Firepit and BBQ area and further down the garden your very own hot tub with commanding views along the valley, A 15 minute drive is the National Trust beach of Penbryn or the beach at Tresaith, where there’s a great pub overlooking the sea. The tranquil cove at Llangrannog has two pubs and cafés, and a bit further up the coast the pretty seaside town of New Quay has a good selection of eateries and independent shops as well as lovely beaches. This is a rural location and livestock is around and about from time to time and also on the neighbour’s farm. Pub 1 mile.£164From price per night based on 7 night stay
- New Quay, WalesCome and discover Llain cottage, perfect for couples or a romantic getaway this truly beautiful cottage has been lovingly renovated to a very high standard throughout in 2021 and offers the perfect base to see this delightful area. Llain cottage is nestled within the grounds of owner’s home along a private track and surrounded by countryside and woodlands and around 5 minutes from the hamlet of Cross Inn where the village shop is and a similar distance to the coastal resort of New Quay. At the end of the lane discover the honey farm and enjoy a tour.
There are lovely sandy beaches just a few minutes’ drive away. The picture postcard town of New Quay sits above the glistening Cardigan Bay, and there is a variety of eateries and pubs, along with individual seaside shops. Take a stroll along the harbour and try to spot the resident pods of bottle nosed dolphins that can be seen almost daily.
This all on one level cottage has an open plan kitchen, dining and living room and offers a bright and airy space with French doors flooding the room with light and leading out to the enclosed garden which is perfect to enjoy dining al fresco with a barbecue or relaxing with a glass of wine after a busy day exploring, the elegant master suite has been crafted to offer a great night’s sleep with comfort and style in mind and boasting a spacious walk-in en-suite shower room has been finished to an excellent standard.
There are many interesting and beautiful places to visit including the colourful Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron, just 15 minutes away by car, and the university town of Aberystwyth, with its long promenade and pier, cliff railway, camera obscura and Vale of Rheidol steam railway to Devil’s Bridge. Walkers, cyclists, wildlife enthusiasts, or those who prefer more extreme sports are well catered for, and you can literally lose yourself in the wild undisturbed landscape of hills, mountains, and forests. There are 60 miles of coastal path, and even walking a small section of it is a fantastic way of seeing this beautiful part of west Wales.£99From price per night based on 7 night stay