Dog-friendly Ceredigion

Situated in a peaceful location, Cwm Hyfryd is aptly name as it translates to ’delightful valley’. This spectacular, detached barn conversion, accessed by a farm track, has been cleverly planned to take advantage of the views as the living accommodation is on the first floor and opens out on to a balcony with table and chairs, the perfect spot for enjoying a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine.
The interior of the barn is spacious and well-presented. With four bedrooms and four bathrooms, it provides ample space for families or friends to spread out, and the open plan living space offers a sociable place to gather.
Step outside and you have a garden to enjoy, simply discover the many lanes and footpaths nearby. The small village of Cross Inn offers a pub and a village store. The nearest pretty secluded cove and beach at Cwmtydu can be reached within 3 miles, renowned for legends of smugglers and pirates, and where today, seals come to have their pups in early autumn. The unspoilt Ceredigion Coastal Path takes you over cliffs and through ancient woodland. The paths offer excellent walking opportunities and connect all the local beaches, many of which are dog friendly all year round if you are bringing your four-legged friend.
Delightful New Quay is also 2¼ miles away with its picturesque houses, pubs and restaurants. The town clings to the side of the hills rising above the blue waters of Cardigan Bay. It’s easy to understand why this area was such an inspiration to poet Dylan Thomas when he lived here. Often bottlenose dolphins can be spotted, and in season, dolphin survey boat trips are available from the sheltered harbour, or you can just enjoy the sandy beach, have an ice cream or fish and chips and watch the boats bobbing about.
Visit the colourful Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron, the ancient town of Cardigan with its castle, or Aberystwyth with its promenade and pier, home to the world’s longest working electric cliff railway.
Award-winning beaches and iconic harbours, delightful towns and villages all framed by the Cambrian Mountains, the backbone of Wales, make Ceredigion a wonderful place to visit, and this lovely barn could be your holiday home whilst you explore all that this beautiful part of Wales has to offer. Shop, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.

Y Bwthyn (The Cottage) is a lovely traditional Welsh stone cottage situated within the village of Talgarreg, just 15 15-minute drive from the stunning Cardigan Bay coastline. On the outside of this semi-detached cottage, a plaque commemorates the fact that renowned Welsh preacher and poet Dewi Emrys once lived here. Dewi Emrys won the very coveted National Eisteddfod ’Chair’ no less than four times for his work. The property is a Visit Wales 4* graded property (graded March 2024).
The current owners of the cottage have worked tirelessly to create a delightful holiday home, which has been thoughtfully finished to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone who stays here. The interior is extremely cosy, with original features such as exposed stonework and beams, and you will be warm and cosy as you relax by the multi-fuel burner. The modern and bright kitchen/dining room is very well-equipped and includes a dishwasher and a coffee pod machine. Upstairs there are two characterful bedrooms, a double en-suite, and a twin room for children with a DVD player, bed guard and night light, each with a TV. The lovely enclosed garden looks out onto fields beyond and the raised patio is the ideal spot to enjoy the views with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Although, with the welcoming village pub right opposite you will probably want to spend some time there too!
If you can drag yourself away from Y Bwthyn, you must explore the surrounding area. The pretty seaside town of New Quay, with its houses clinging to the rocks, is charming. There is a selection of little shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants, and also the Marine Wildlife Centre. You can take a boat trip to spot dolphins and seals, and from the sea, you can get a sense of how beautiful this coastline is. If sailing isn’t for you, why not visit Aberaeron and enjoy fish and chips or the famous honey ice cream, overlooking the harbour watching the boats bobbing about, or people crabbing when the tide is in? There are plenty of lovely sandy beaches to explore in the area, including. New Quay, Tresaith, Penbryn, Llangrannog and Aberporth. Nearby, Llangrannog and Tresaith have pubs and restaurants overlooking the beach, so whatever the weather you can enjoy a meal and soak up the views, or just have a pizza on the beach at Llangrannog.
The county town of Cardigan and the university town of Aberystwyth are worth a visit, both with castles and the latter with a pier, promenade and electric cliff railway, and the scenic Vale of Rheidol Steam Train. Take a visit to see the beautiful Cenarth Falls, with suitable paths for prams, buggies or disabled access, or just a short drive away is the National Trust-owned Llanerchaeron, as is the internationally known Llandysul Paddlers Canoe Centre. If you are after serious mountain biking, you can take to the muddy tracks at Nant-yr-Arian, Aberystwyth or the Brechfa Forest, or you can hire electric bikes locally and take a stroll on the scenic country lanes of the area. Come and stay at Y Bwthyn and be sure of a ’Croeso cynnes’, or a warm Welsh welcome; you won’t be disappointed. Beach 7 miles. Shop 4½ miles, pub serving food at weekends - 10yards

Delfryn is a delightful 19th century, link-detached cottage situated in the small ancient village of Llanarth. The cottage is located just off the A487 coastal road which runs between Aberystwyth and Cardigan, within 3 miles of the pretty seaside resort of New Quay and 3 miles from the colourful Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron; both of which have a good selection of shops, cafés and restaurants.
The owners of Delfryn have painstakingly restored the cottage to offer contemporary and comfortable holiday accommodation whilst retaining original features. The property layout is ideally suited to a family or friends holidaying together. The lovely living room has a feature stone wall and fireplace with a gas wood-burning stove for cosy nights in. The living room leads directly to the contemporary and spacious kitchen and dining area which in turn has French doors bringing you out into the terrace and garden. Also leading off the living room is a separate snug with a further TV and a sofa bed for two people, if required. A shower room and toilet completes the ground floor accommodation and upstairs there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The seaside resort of New Quay clings to the rocks above Cardigan Bay and has three great sandy beaches (two are dog friendly all year round) and two harbours from where you can spot an array of wildlife, most famously the dolphins that visit the harbour almost daily. Why not take a boat trip to get up close and personal or buy an ice cream or fish and chips and sit on the harbour wall and wait for them to appear! Lovers of the outdoors may also like to try sailing, surfing, windsurfing, sea kayaking or canoeing from the harbour beach. The resorts of Llangrannog, Aberaeron and Aberporth are also within easy reach of Llanarth and each are great starting points for walking the Cardigan Bay Coastal Path – there’s 60 miles of it to enjoy and the beaches and coastline are some of the best in Wales. A 35-minute drive will bring you to the resort of Aberystwyth, where you will find the pier and promenade as well as the electric cliff railway to the summit of Constitution Hill. Have a coffee up there and enjoy the spectacular views across the bay. You can also take the steam train from Aberyswtyth to Devil’s Bridge and waterfalls, or why not drive a bit further on to the Silver Mountain Experience at Llywernog, a fantastic day out to explore the history of the 18th century silver mine. This part of west Wales has so much to offer whether you are after a short break or a longer stay; why not come and make Delfryn your base and see for yourself. Beach 2¼ miles. Shop 175 yards, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

Situated within a 20-minute stroll down to New Quay’s picturesque harbour, Montrose is a stone-built terraced house which has been furnished to provide comfortable accommodation. Built in the early 1870s, the property lies in an area known as ’Arba’ and was built when a number of tenants from the nearby Llanina Mansion were ejected from the estate for not voting as their landlord required. Since the early 1900s the house has been in the ownership of the same family, and the current owner is the grandson of sea captain Daniel Evans. Born in 1886, he was the last survivor of the New Quay Cape Horners, famous for sailing his vessel 3000 nautical miles on the treacherous journey around the Horn. Adjacent to the owner’s home, Montrose offers plenty of living space. Sea views can be enjoyed from the rooms at the rear of the property, and the pretty enclosed courtyard has direct pedestrian access through a holiday park, down to the long stretch of beach at Traeth Gwyn, which is dog friendly all year round.

Once famous for smuggling, fishing and wooden boat building, the pretty seaside town of New Quay (Cei Newydd in Welsh), has pubs, shops, restaurants and cafés clinging to the sides of the hills above the blue waters of Cardigan Bay. Enjoy the sheltered harbour and wonderful sandy beaches, or sailing, fishing and water sports which are all available locally. The harbour wall is a great place to sit and enjoy an ice cream whilst watching the boats bobbing about. Look out for the resident bottlenose dolphins too. Boat trips are available in season to see them up close. Poet and writer Dylan Thomas lived in New Quay in 1944. It is easy to see why he loved the place and how it gave him such inspiration. If you are here during the summer you may catch one of the many events in the town such as Cardigan Bay Regatta and New Quay Music Festival. The firework display over the harbour around bonfire night is a spectacle not to be missed.

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, 20 miles, with its long promenade and pier, cliff railway, camera obscura and Vale of Rheidol steam railway to Devil’s Bridge. Cardigan with its castle, is 18 miles, and there is plenty of stunning scenery to explore inland, including Cors Caron, one of the few remaining examples of a raised peat bog in Britain. Lying beside the River Teifi, just above the small market town of Tregaron, on the edge of the dramatic Cambrian Mountains, there are excellent walks through the heart of the bog on a timber decked walkway. Montrose is the ideal property for both short breaks or longer holidays, so come and discover what a charming and diverse area Cardigan Bay is. Beach 400 yards. Shop 600 yards (seasonal shop 200 yards), pub and restaurant 300 yards.

Situated in an elevated position on the edge of the rugged cliff tops overlooking the glistening Cardigan Bay, this delightful semi-detached cottage, adjacent to the owner’s home, is the perfect base for couples looking for an unforgettable coastal adventure.

Superbly located just outside the bustling seaside town of New Quay, Ty Cregyn has been created with comfort in mind, boasting a well-equipped galley kitchen and a spacious living area with a cosy wood burner, whilst outside scenic woodland with sea views. Guests also have their own patio area.

Far from the hustle and bustle of modern day living, this is the ideal place for lovers of the outdoors, whether you choose to explore the area by foot, bicycle or car. New Quay, famed for its tranquil fishing harbour and connections to the late welsh poet Dylan Thomas, is just a 10-minute walk downhill and provides a good selections of cafes, traditional Welsh pubs and restaurants, as well as its lovely beach. A visit to the resort would not be complete without a memorable boat ride from the harbour, along the picturesque coastline cruising close to rare seabirds, grey seals and the occasional bottlenose dolphin. The charming regency town of Aberaeron with its multi-coloured houses and university town of Aberystwyth are within easy reach and provide an interesting day out.

Whether you choose a short break or a longer stay, this delightful cottage will be waiting for you when you return from your days out exploring. Kick off your boots, pour a glass of wine and sit back and relax. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Penwig Isaf (Lower Penwig) couldn’t be better placed for sailing in boats, making sandcastles and enjoying the salty seaside of this beautiful part of Cardigan Bay. Just a stone’s throw from feeling the sand between your toes or sitting on the harbour wall with an ice cream, this semi-detached house combines modern comfort with a traditional feel and of course sea views from the reception rooms, bedrooms and front garden, just perfect for families. New Quay is a quaint seaside town, and you will find an array of little shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs. Enjoy fish and chips along the harbour, whilst looking out for the frequently visiting bottlenose dolphins. There are crab fishing boats and fishing trips, and if you would like to see the marine life, take a dolphin survey trip. Explore the 60 miles of Ceridigion coastline, on the coastal path, and there’s no shortage of beaches either. Visit the secluded National Trust cove of Cwmtydu, where seal pups can often be seen here during the autumn months. Close by is New Quay Honey Farm, with its tea rooms and shop selling honey and beeswax. The nearby colourful Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron is worth a visit, as is the National Trust property of Llanerchaeron. Visit the coastal towns of Aberystwyth or Cardigan, both an easy drive away, or venture inland to the market towns of Lampeter, Tregaron or Newcastle Emlyn. In the winter time you can still enjoy the cafés and pubs and cosy up with a hot chocolate and enjoy the ever changing views of the sea and the waves. Beach 50 yards. Shop 20 yards, pub and restaurant 15 yards.

Stone barn conversion near New Quay, with its own private hot tub. Open plan sitting & dining. Kitchen. woodland and wildlife pond. Close to Aberaeron, Aberystwyth and Cardigan.

Stone barn conversion with private hot tub and mezzanine bedroom. Country walks. New Quay, Aberaeron, Cwmtydu and Penybryn beaches nearby. No under 8's.

This spacious Victorian property sits within a row of similar properties inside the village and is the ideal getaway to experience the dramatic Ceredigion coastline. It has been recently renovated to a fantastic standard by its owners, retaining its original character and charm with wood flooring, exposed stone walls, and original ornate coving. It has been lovingly furnished to a high standard throughout with all bedrooms offering beautiful finishes and matching décor to provide an excellent night’s sleep. The master bedroom boasts a modern and well proportioned en-suite shower room. Locally, the historic Georgian town of Aberaeron is a 15 minute drive away with its colourful houses running through the town, and to the south the seaside market town of Cardigan comes complete with an 11th century castle and the river Teifi running through. The dramatic North Pembrokeshire coastline and Cardigan Bay are all within easy reach, with some truly glorious beaches including Mwnt, Aberporth and Cei Bach really worth the visit. The beach is 150 yards with shops, pubs and restaurants within 50 yards.

This traditional 19-century stone cottage is located in the heart of the popular seaside village of New Quay and within a short stroll to New Quay beach, Dolau dog friendly beach and all amenities. It’s such a great location for couples, families and your four-legged friends too!
A walkers’ paradise, pick up one of the many coastal paths or woodland walks in and around New Quay, or walk in the famous poet and writers footsteps along the Dylan Thomas trail around the village. In the village you will find a tennis court, football pitch and bike/skateboard park, as well as independent shops and a good selection of restaurants, pubs and cafe’s, as well as the obligatory seaside fish and chip shops. Take your fish and chips or an ice cream down to the harbour wall and watch the fishing boats in the bay or take a dolphin watching trip to get closer to the resident pods of bottlenose dolphins. There is a rich diversity of activities on offer from cycling, canoeing, sea kayaking and snorkelling to horse riding, fishing, bird watching and golf in and around New Quay.
If you can tear yourself away from New Quay there are plenty of other options for exploring including 60 miles of coastline and the coastal path. There are secluded coves at Cwmtydu where seals go to have their pups in the autumn, and at Llangrannog you can enjoy the view from two coastal pubs.
New Quay Honey Farm and tea rooms are worth a visit and the colourful Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron is a 10-minute drive. Just outside Aberaeron you’ll find the National Trust property of Llanerchaeron. The coastal towns of Aberystwyth and Cardigan are also within very easy reach or venture inland to the market towns of Lampeter, Tregaron and Newcastle Emlyn. During your stay why not indulge and treat yourself to a complementary therapy, reflexology, aromatherapy, massage and Reiki healing is available (at an additional charge, by direct arrangement with the owner). Beach 350 yards. Shops, pubs and restaurants 350 yards.