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.
Abererch, Wales
4.50Set on a working farm, this converted holiday barn is ideally situated for walking in Snowdonia, exploring the Lleyn Peninsula, and a 3-mile walk way and cycle path is across the road. It is cosy with modern conveniences and access to the beach (a few minutes’ walk over railway via public crossing). Guests can bring their own horses, and charges can be arranged directly with the owner. Nearby are fishing, horse riding along the beach, golf or explore the hidden coves. Portmeirion, Italianate village, the steam railway, Pwllheli Marina, and Abersoch, for water sports, are all within 15 minutes’ drive. Criccieth, 2 miles. Pwllheli, 5-minute drive. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.
Glan Morfa Ganol can be booked together with The Stables (23245) and The Mill (CC611037) to accommodate up to 14 guests.£55From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Caeathro, Wales 4.00Just a short distance from the historic town centre of Caernarfon and its varied attractions, including the majestic Caernarfon Castle, which has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestles The Old School, an attractive and well presented conversion of a former school into three delightful holiday cottages bursting with character and charm, and during the festive season, the property is decorated with a Christmas tree.
. This is an excellent location for walking and touring with the dramatic splendour of Snowdon and the lovely countryside of Anglesey and the Lleyn peninsula within a short drive. Llanberris, the village at the foot of Snowdon, is five miles away with the Snowdon mountain railway and the Welsh Slate Museum, a fascinating glimpse into the slate industry. For the more adventurous, north Wales’ Zip World velocity, the longest, fastest zip wire in the northern hemisphere is also easily accessible.
Yr Wyddfa can be booked together with Eryri (CC612061) and Snowdon (CC612060) to accommodate up to 16 guests.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Aberdaron, Wales 3.00This pair of pretty stone cottages, thought to date back to the 1800s are set near the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula. The drive to the holiday cottages is delightful, miles of sea and fantastic countryside. Set about a mile away from the beaches and coves, one of the most popular bathing spots of the Lleyn Peninsula. ’Whistling sands’ is little more than a mile and equal distance is the popular resort of Aberdaron with its shops and eating houses. Cyll y Felin Fawr 1 boasts a welcoming coal fire and Cyll Y Felin Fawr 2 is ideal for children, the low attic bedroom being a great hideaway. All other resorts of the Lleyn Peninsula are within easy driving distance such as Abersoch and Pwllheli as is the Snowdonia Mountain Range. Shop and pub 1½ miles.£59From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Davids, WalesSubstantial, luxury Pembrokeshire holiday cottage beautifully decorated and stylishly furnished with panoramic coastal and countryside views. Three luxurious bedrooms (two king-size - one on the ground floor - and one twin) and two bathrooms (one on the ground floor) each with a separate shower cubicle and a large bath.
All rooms furnished with beautiful Melin Tregwynt cushions, curtains and throws. The day room overlooks a large garden and features a luxurious and comfortable large L-shaped sofa, a very large snuggle chair and a Bang and Olsen Sky TV. There is a cosy snug with a log burner, luxurious and comfortable two-seater sofa, two chairs and a TV with Sky. There are also iPod docking stations and unlimited access to Broadband. One well behaved dog is welcome too.
Conveniently positioned in the hamlet of Square and Compass, with a well-stocked local shop and garage the property offers excellent access to the multitude of stunning beaches and charming villages on the St David’s peninsula. The popular hamlet of Porthgain with its award-winning fish restaurant, olde worlde pub and art galleries is a mere 5 minutes away, while Aberieddy and the Blue Lagoon, location of the Red Bull Cliff Diving competition, and car park for Traeth Llyfn, one of Pembrokeshire’s most spectacular beaches is just 8 minutes drive. St Davids, Britain’s smallest city, with its gorgeous array of shops, restaurants, and yet more sandy beaches, including Whitesands and Caberfae is about 10 minutes. Beach 3½ miles. Pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£106From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kidwelly, WalesThese beautifully renovated detached Welsh barns, Bryntowy (ref W43063), Ty Llo (ref W43266) and Coal House (ref W43267), stand a few yards apart, and a small terraced row of three (300 yards from the barns), comprising Wyth-y-Nant (ref W42214) and Hawton (ref W41830), both end terraced properties. All welcome children, and provide a travel cot and highchair; Bryntowy also supplies as baby bath on request. They are all situated on Carmarthen Bay in the coastal setting between Ferryside and Kidwelly. Tastefully decorated throughout, each bursts with character including original stone walls and beams.
Close to the historic castle at Kidwelly and just a short drive to Carmarthen. Beaches at Ferryside, Pembrey and Llanstephan are all within easy driving distance. Enjoy a day at Fos Las racecourse, only a 15-minute drive. The holiday cottages provide an ideal location from which to enjoy the sandy beaches of Pembrokeshire and the Gower, the latter renowned for being Britain’s first AONB. Spend your days exploring the historic town of Laugharne, famously known for the iconic boathouse of Welsh poet Dylan Thomas, and visit the castle and traditional Welsh pubs where fresh fish is always on the menu. Don’t miss a visit to the National Botanical Garden of Wales and Aberglasney Gardens. Golf, riding, fishing and water sports nearby. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 32 guests.£112From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Saundersfoot, WalesFor a truly superb location look no further than Harbour Heights. Sandy View is set in a stunning sea view location centrally within the seaside town of Saundersfoot, these two apartments have been elegantly furnished to very high standard with a luxurious finish that oozes charm and character. Enjoy waking up to views across Saundersfoot and out across the Carmarthen Bay, here you can discover the wonders of town by foot and is only a 5-minute walk to the beach, cafes, restaurants, shops and galleries. Take a stroll down to the harbour to be sure of sublime picture postcard views looking out to the bobbing yachts and boats, take a stroll with sand between your toes across the beach to Coppit Hall and onto Wisemans Bridge for a spot of lunch maybe.
Sandy View has been meticulously finished to a very high standard boasting granite work surfaces, a spiral staircase and en-suite bathrooms to name a few. On the ground floor the open plan kitchen, diner and living room is flooded with natural light and the well-equipped bespoke fitted kitchen offers everything for cooking for that special celebration meal and then retire to the living room with a glass of wine and a good movie. Each bedroom has en-suite facilities and has been hand crafted together to offer a sumptuous space to relax with quality linen and towels and boast sea views.
A 5-10 minute drive away is the famous walled town of Tenby with a beautiful sandy beach, cobbled streets, harbour and a host of gift, boutique and craft shops. Why not take a boat trip to the monastic Caldey Island to see the Cistercian monks, or take a fishing trip out onto the turquoise blue water of Carmarthen Bay. Locally there is a host of walks to discover including the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park footpath, which covers 186 miles of iconic Welsh coastline. Locally Folly Farm Zoo, Oakwood, Wales’s largest theme park and Heatherton World of Adventure are all within a 15-minute drive, along with two superb golf courses within a few minutes’ drive.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.£138From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Haverfordwest, WalesCome and discover the delights of Mellaston Cottages where you can enjoy two wonderful holiday homes The Granary (UK41502) and Hunters Lodge (UK41503) set on the owners working farm and enjoying distant views of the Milford Haven waterway across the rolling green meadows. The Granary is set near the small hamlet of Hundleton and only 5 minutes’ drive from the historic market town of Pembroke and offers the perfect location for family and friends to get away for a holiday and immerse themselves in this wonderful area close to some truly sublime coastline with Freshwater West and Angle only a short drive away. The Granary boasts open plan living, dining and kitchen area and leads off to your enclosed garden complete with garden furniture and patio heater, it’s a real suntrap, great for enjoying a well-earned glass of wine on an evening. The galley style kitchen is perfect for cooking that special meal. On the first floor each bedroom has been lovingly furnished with comfort and a good night’s sleep in mind, a countryside theme throughout really does make this a charming and homely destination for your holiday.
A trip to the area is not complete without a trip to Pembroke castle, famous as the birthplace of King Henry VII where you can visit and take a step back in time, discover the rich history this area has to offer, there is a host of lovely eateries specialising in Pembrokeshire produce and some locally brewed ales to sample, along with gift shops and cafés. The bustling coastal resort of Tenby is within easy reach and is renowned for its picturesque harbour, narrow cobbled streets and pastel painted Georgian houses. It has a variety of boutique gift shops, traditional pubs, and highly acclaimed restaurants. Take a boat trip to the historic island of Caldey, with its Celtic monastery and Cistercian monks, who have made it a holy island for hundreds of years. For keen walkers the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park offers 186 miles of beautiful walks and is close by and Folly Farm Zoo, Heatherton World of Adventure and Oakwood Wales largest theme park are all within a 30 minutes’ drive. Beach 4 miles.
The Granary can be booked together with Hunters Lodge (UK41503) to accommodate up to 12 guests.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Haverfordwest, WalesStep down directly onto the foreshore. Watch the fascinating and ever- changing ebb and flow of the watery world of Castle Pill from this superbly designed and very smartly furnished waterside holiday home in Pembrokeshire.
With your own access to the water and foreshore this is a paradise for birdwatchers, canoeists, fisher folk and mud-larks! Overlooking the tidal inlet this spacious waterside holiday home, one of a pair, is set in a private waterfront development and has an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with a luxury kitchen. Patio doors open from the living/dining area onto a terrace overlooking the Pill - a wonderful place for barbecues and sun downers. A barbecue stand is provided for disposable barbecues. Two of the en-suite bedrooms overlook the Pill, one with a ’Juliet balcony’. The rear bedroom also has a ’Juliet’ balcony with an adjoining luxury bathroom.
Pembrokeshire’s superb coastline is within an easy drive from this waterfront holiday cottage. Dale is a picturesque coastal village with a wide variety of water sports to choose from - tuition and a full hire service for surf boards wet suits and kayaks is available.
Just a short drive from this waterside holiday cottage is Milford Haven Golf Club - with a warm and welcoming club house serving excellent food and a challenging 18-hole course with panoramic views over the Haven Waterway. The Club welcomes prospective members and visitors alike - whatever your level of skill.
Kingfisher (ref QC1185) can be booked with Woodpecker (ref QC1186) to accommodate up to 12 guests.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Haverfordwest, WalesSee sister properties Trinity Lodge and Trinity Villa. Heated indoor swimming pool (heated from April til end Oct and generally open from 9 am–10 pm but owner is flexible), sauna, Jacuzzi, fitness area, full sized snooker table, pool table, table tennis table - superb facilities whatever the weather.
Delightful holiday cottage equipped to high residential standards of design, decor and furnishings. Pets welcome. Set in the walled grounds of Trinity House, the owners residence, a magnificent maritime property on the water’s edge. Beautifully landscaped gardens with fountains, waterfalls, lily pond (unfenced - care with children), lawns, private areas, seating, terraces and patios. Pets welcome. Care with young children please - sea walls, open jetty, pond, swimming pool and fishing off the property walls or off the old jetty.
Boating at Burton – Launching facilities 200 yards, floating pontoon 50 yards and many boat trips available along the river including Shearwater Safaris and Cleddau Cruises from Neyland Marina 2½ miles away. The small town of Neyland is just 2½ miles away with an excellent traditional butchers shop, newsagent, pharmacy, card shop and Post Office. The nearest big supermarkets and banks are in Pembroke Dock 2 miles away over the Cleddau bridge. Beach 7 miles. Pub and restaurant 12 yards.
Trinity Cottage (ref QC349) can be booked together with Trinity Villa (ref QC353) and Trinity Lodge (ref QC680) to accommodate up to 18 guests.£114From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Haverfordwest, WalesCome and enjoy Sleekstone Holiday Cottages. The Barn & The Coach House are two lovingly restored former farm buildings; they are set within the picturesque hamlet of Honeyborough, a five-minute walk to the coastal village of Neyland which boasts a Yacht club, restaurants and the Brunel Trail.
Neyland is ideally located to discover the delights of Pembrokeshire; it is a short walk from Neyland Marina and the Milford Haven waterway. A great way to discover this stunning part of Pembrokeshire is by hiring some bicycles (available from the marina) and meandering your way along Brunel Trail. This starts in Neyland, once the western terminus of Brunel’s Great Western Railway, and links the picturesque Neyland Marina with Johnston and Haverfordwest. You will pass through Pill Nature Reserve, which is teeming with wildlife and offers picture postcard scenery.
The Coach House has been lovingly restored with contemporary features throughout. This semi-detached property offers the perfect break for family and friends alike to get away and discover all of Pembrokeshire’s treasures. The well-equipped kitchen lets you dine at home to celebrate that special day. Enjoy some fresh sea air at the outside seating area which is equipped with a table and benches plus large parasol for those balmy summer days. Enjoy curling up on cool evenings with a glass of wine in front of the roaring log burner and a good film on the 50” 4K Smart TV.
All 3 bedrooms have been furnished to a high standard boasting comfortable beds ensuring a great night’s sleep. The spacious modern bathroom has a bath with separate shower cubicle with rainwater-style shower.
The historic town of Pembroke, famous for its medieval castle and the birth of King Henry the VII, is a 10-minute drive away. It is well worth the visit to step back in time and take in the glorious views around the mill pond and take in the town. Travelling further south you with find the Stackpole Estate, run by the National Trust, where you can stroll through Bosherston Lily Ponds to Broadhaven South Beach. Be sure to visit Barufundle Bay, one of the Europe’s most stunning beaches. Locally there are a selection of family attractions all within a short drive, including Folly Farm, Oakwood Theme Park, Heatherton World of Adventure, Tenby Escape Rooms and Manor House Wildlife Park.
The north of the county will reveal such gems as Solva, with its delightful harbour, St Davids, the smallest city in Britain, and the expansive sandy beaches of Newgale and Whitesands; for climbers and watersports’ enthusiasts, the stunning cliffs of the Pembrokeshire Coast and the long, rolling waves of the Atlantic offer great opportunities for surfing, sailing and activities such as coasteering, kayaking and climbing.
The Barn (UK38038) can be booked together with The Coach House (UK38039) to sleep a total of 11 guests (plus 2 babies in travel cots).£118From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
