Dog-friendly Cottages in Wales
Choose from some of the most beautiful dog-friendly cottages Wales has to offer, featuring a range of fabulous self-catering properties in both North Wales and South Wales. Whether you're looking for a rural retreat or sanctuary by the sea, snoop out the perfect hideaway for you and your hound.
Dihewyd, WalesBwlch Y Person Barns are beautiful conversions of traditions Welsh long barns. Located in a tranquil setting surrounded by rolling countryside, these wonderful properties boast character, charm and all the comforts for the perfect countryside holiday with a resident barn owl in the grounds. Close to the borders of both mid and south Wales, these very comfortable properties provide perfect holiday accommodation. The four cottages, Cartws (ref OH3), Stabl (ref OH4), Beudy Bach(ref OH5) and Beudy (OH2) form a right angle shape with parking in front, with lovely views across the countryside and all have their own terraces with furniture. Families will appreciate the separate recreational area with football posts and nets, picnic bench and table set away from the cottages. For added enjoyment, all four cottages feature their own private hot tubs in their enclosed patios.
All are ideally placed for exploring the dramatic and truly scenic Ceredigion coastline. The picturesque and colourful Georgian harbour town of Aberaeron is only 6 miles away where there is a selection of interesting independent shops and a great choice of restaurants and eateries including, fish and chips, ice cream parlour and fine dining. The National Trust house and gardens of Llanerchaeron are 4 miles away and from here there’s a delightful level pedestrian country footpath, suitable for bikes, pushchairs or wheelchairs, which leads into Aberaeron. Pretty New Quay with boats bobbing about in the harbour is just a few miles further on, and is definitely worth a visit. You must look out for the resident pods of bottlenose dolphins seen in the bay on an almost daily basis! Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate larger groups.£62From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Barmouth, Wales
5.00This delightful log cabin has been thoughtfully furnished to offer a cosy and welcoming feel, with enough room for all the family. On a covered veranda in the garden you will find the blissful hot tub, which offers the perfect place to relax at the end of the day, with views of the pleasant enclosed garden. Both bedrooms offer the flexibility of zip and link twin beds which can be made into super kingsize beds (on request). The owners have thoughtfully provided complimentary toiletries should you forget your own!
Bring your bucket and spade as the glorious sandy beach at Morfa Dyffryn is just a mile down the road and offers superb views over to the Rhinog Mountains. For the more adventurous, Zip World and Bounce Below at Blaenau Ffestiniog are a thrill seekers delight, whilst the famous Ffestiniog Railway and mighty Harlech Castle are also well worth a visit. From Barmouth, why not hire a bike and cycle across Barmouth Bridge and along the Mawddach Trail to Penmaenpool and Dolgellau? Beach 1 mile. Shops 300 yards, pubs and restaurants ½ mile.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ffairfach, Wales 5.00Maesydderwen, 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.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Cardigan, Wales 5.00Come and discover all that Hafan Dawel has to offer! This ground floor apartment is one of two charming holiday homes nestled on the stunning Cardigan Bay coastline and on the edge of the quaint hamlet of Felinwynt, set midway between the truly stunning picture postcard National Trust-run Mwnt Beach and the delightful coastal village of Aberporth and just minutes from the beach. Enjoy a short stroll to the play barn and café which is perfect for younger children to let off some steam within the village or walk to the coast where you can build sandcastles, sunbath, go fishing or fly a kite.
This cottage has been renovated to a very high standard in 2023 and boasts a sunken hot tub and firepit area with unobstructed sea views from your terrace. Hafan Dawel is situated adjacent to the owner’s home, and is all on one level, enjoying large patio doors leading to the terrace so you can enjoy those glorious views. The open plan living space has been finished to an exceptional standard with modern appliances and ample kitchen space to prepare that special meal. Both sumptuous kingsize bedrooms delight with en-suite wet rooms and sea views.
Aberporth is 5 minutes’ drive away and offers pubs, cafés and two stunning beaches; it’s the perfect destination to explore the three counties of west Wales being centrally located to Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, and Ceredigion.
Travel south to the traditional market town of Cardigan, where the beautifully restored castle is not to be missed with 900 years of history to uncover. Enjoy a short walk into the village to discover the traditional Welsh pub or a freshly brewed coffee in the village café. There’s so much to explore in Cardigan Bay but if you want a day out to Pembrokeshire you can reach the well-known family attractions of Oakwood Theme Park and Folly Farm Adventure Park and Zoo within an hour’s drive. Beach 1 mile.
Hafan Dawel (UK45314) can be booked together with Hafan Gwyn (UK36204) to sleep up to 14 guests.£80From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Llandeilo, Wales 5.00This 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.£60From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tenby, Wales 4.00This stylish all-ground-floor abode can be found in the scattered village of Penally on the Welsh coast. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Tenby 3.6 miles; Pembroke 7.7 miles.£95From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Haverfordwest, WalesCountry hideaway just outside Haverfordwest, for two adults (or 2+2 children). Very dog friendly. Garden with deck overlooking the mill brook. Parking.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Preseli Hills, WalesCome and enjoy Ty-Ffaenor, set amongst a small cluster of cottages within the picturesque hamlet of Wallis and around 5 miles from the historic, market town of Haverfordwest.
This characterful cottage is full of charm and finished to a very good standard throughout and is set centrally to explore the whole of Pembrokeshire, for keen walks and for plenty of wildlife enjoy a stroll down to Wallis Common which is a designated Site of Scientific Interest with ponds and seating area perfect for a picnic on a balmy summer’s day. After a day of exploration, you can come back to Ty-Ffaenor and have a lovely relaxing soak in the hot tub that is located in the out building which is in the garden.
This semi-detached cottage enjoys two bedrooms on the first floor, both have been lovingly furnished and offer a high level of comfort with lots of natural light. On the ground floor the beamed living area boasts solid oak flooring and a Smart TV, perfect to enjoy a cosy night in with a good movie and you can enjoy great speeds with Fibre optic broadband. The open plan kitchen and dining area is complete with a bespoke solid wood kitchen with Belfast sink and tiled floor with inglenook to house the range cooker, perfect for cooking that special meal.
The detached, lawned garden is great to relax in with your furry friend or enjoy a glass of wine. All of south Pembrokeshire’s top beaches are accessible within a 30–40-minute drive, and both Scolton Manor and Llys y Frân Country Park are within 5 miles of the cottage. A trip to Tenby is fun for all the family, with a selection of sandy beaches, shops, cafés and restaurants. Whitesands, Newgale and Freshwater East offer long surfing beaches, plus many more beaches to explore. The theme parks of Heatherton and Oakwood are a great day out, or for younger families take a trip to Folly Farm Zoo, all within 20-40 minutes’ drive.£82From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Haverfordwest, WalesEnjoy this superb cottage nestled within the quaint hamlet of Walwyns Castle, in the rolling Pembrokeshire countryside near the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Footpath, and close to St Brides Bay, complete with a plethora of picture-postcard beaches including St Brides, Little Haven and Broad Haven. Rowan Cottage is perfect to retire to after a busy day sightseeing, relax in your private hot tub with a glass of bubbly, relax those muscles and take in the stars. On-site there is plenty to keep you busy with a large, shared games room boasting a full size pool table, table football, table tennis and soft play area for the young ones. For those more active, enjoy a game of tennis or keep fit at the gym. There is also an outdoor climbing frame and slide to keep the children entertained.
Rowan Cottage is set all on one level within the mature grounds of the owner’s home and is the end of a row of three beautiful cottages. The modern open plan kitchen, dining and living room is a great social space and leads onto patio doors into your enclosed garden complete with patio and lawned garden perfect for evening sunsets with far reaching countryside views. The spacious master bedroom is perfect for a good night’s sleep with both bedrooms bright, airy and well finished. The coastal hamlet of Little Haven is 10 minutes away where you can enjoy fresh line caught fish or an array of shellfish, and the local inn/restaurant serving local ales. Travelling further southwest, visit the boating village of Dale and enjoy some fantastic walks, boating, kayaking and fishing, or for some birdlife, take a trip to Skomer Island with boats departing from St Martins Haven. Tenby, Folly Farm Zoo, Heatherton World of Adventures and Oakwood, Wales’ largest theme park, are all within 40 minutes’ drive and perfect for all the family. Beach 3 miles. Pub and restaurant 3¾ miles.£130From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Clynderwen, WalesA charming, barn conversion resting on the outskirts of Efailwen, Pembrokeshire. Hot tub. Beautiful views. Woodburning stove. Narberth 7 miles; Haverfordwest 16.8 miles; Tenby 17.3 miles.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
