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.
Saint Twynnells, Wales
5.00Nestled beautifully down a quiet country lane in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, this holiday cottage has been carefully restored to a high standard, retaining much of its original character. The former barn, dating back to the early 19th century, has been beautifully converted into a delightful retreat for both families and couples. The open plan living area has been decorated with a rustic charm using neutral tones. It features exposed beams and a traditional wood-burning stove for cosy nights in. Outside, relax in the private garden and enjoy alfresco dining, or stroll in the nearby scenic Stackpole Estate (NT) and discover its fantastic walks and beautiful sites including the glistening Bosherston Lily Ponds, famous for its otters and water lilies, and the stunning beaches at Broadhaven and Barafundle, with their golden sands and crystal blue waters.
The historic walled town of Pembroke is just 3 miles away and features a magnificent Norman castle, which is famous as the birthplace of Henry VII. 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. Away from the coast, explore the rolling hills of Preseli and discover its ancient sites dotted along its rugged terrain, or visit the market town of Narbeth, with its antique shops, art galleries and numerous cafés and tasteful restaurants. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 1½ miles. These properties can be booked together to accommodate upto 12 guests.£121From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Bala, WalesThis spacious chapel may have high ceilings but there’s no need to worry about it being chilly, with underfloor heating throughout the ground floor it’s lovely and toasty. The living and kitchen area is open plan making this an ideal social space, there’s two modern bathrooms one with luxurious slipper bath. Two bedrooms; one mezzanine style.
Bethel is just under 10 minutes from the centre of Bala, surrounded by the dramatic landscape of the Snowdonia National Park, this makes a great base from which to explore the area. The historic town of Bala has a wide range of cafés and restaurants and an award-winning butcher, people travel for miles for their pork pies! You’ll also find a leisure centre with swimming pool and sports hall. There are water sports both on the lake, Llyn Tegid and close by at the White-Water Rafting Centre, as well as a golf course.
Take a trip along the lake on the 2ft narrow gauge steam trains, a 9-mile trip taking in some breath-taking scenery along the way. This area is surrounded by the rural region of Penllyn, with mountains, forests, waterfalls, and many lakes, perfect for avid kayakers and paddle boarders. Penllyn’s main mountain ranges - Aran, Arenig and Berwyn – rival those of other parts of Snowdonia but are not as crowded. Hundreds of miles of footpaths and bridleways give access to spectacular places no matter what time of year you visit. Further afield is Llangollen well worth a trip in the car, here you’ll find the Horseshoe Falls and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, which offers beautiful walks, barge trips and views.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Menai Bridge, WalesJust a short drive away from Newborough forest, this charming, detached gate lodge has been renovated to provide spacious and comfortable accommodation, with a lovely enclosed garden boasting views over the countryside. The location is perfect for year round holidays, and is close to many attractions including sea world, National Trust Plas Newydd, Beaumaris Castle, RSPB centre, butterfly farm and boat rides to watch Puffins. Superb coastal walking, golf and horse riding are all close by, as well as day trips to Ireland and the Snowdonia National Park are within easy reach. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tenby, WalesClose to South Pembrokeshire’s dramatic coastline with Freshwater East, Barafundle Beach, Manorbier and of course the 186 miles of Pembrokeshire Coast National Park footpath running close by. Pembroke is steeped in history and is complete with a stunning medieval castle which was the birthplace of Henry the VII with the Pembroke River and mill pond surrounding the castle, here you can enjoy a freshly brewed coffee and take in the gift shop. You may prefer a spot of lunch in one of a plethora of eateries within Pembroke with home grown food and locally brewed beer. Take a stroll on the bustling high street and uncover all the charm this town has to offer, with galleries, coffee shops and craft shops to name a few.
Conway Cottage is an end terrace of five properties set within a quiet residential lane overlooking the lovely Pembroke Commons Parkland and offers an open plan kitchen, dining and living room, which is ideal for socialising after cooking that special meal. Throughout, the property has been finished to a good standard and lovingly furnished, and to the rear enjoy some fresh air with a small private courtyard backing onto the original town walls.
For keen golfers, South Pembrokeshire Golf Club is only 10 minutes away from Conway Cottage or travelling over the River Cleddau enjoy Neyland Marina where you can relax and watch the boats bobbing in the water. Cycle on the track that takes you inland to Haverfordwest. Locally the famous coastal resort of Tenby is 30 minutes away and is perfect for a family days out with sublime beaches, cobbled streets, boat trips and the Cistercian Caldey Island, one of Britain’s holy islands. For thrill seekers Oakwood, Wales’ largest theme park, Heatherton World of Adventure and Folly Farm Adventure Zoo all offer the perfect day out for your family and are within 30 minutes. Beach 3 miles. Shop 400 yards, pub and restaurant 300 yards.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
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.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brecon, Wales 5.00Swn Y Nant is a stunning lodge in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. This eco-friendly property is perfect for those wanting to explore the area or to simply have a romantic break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.
Nestled next to a stream and with a ramp to the entrance, this fabulous lodge comprises a ground floor bedroom with a super kingsize zip and link bed and a ground floor bathroom with a walk-in shower, a double-ended two-person bath and a heated towel rail. The open plan living, dining and kitchen space has floor-to-ceiling windows making it light and airy and has a Smart TV, super fast Wi-Fi up 150 mbps download and patio doors leading to the decked area with a private hot tub. There is also a small utility area. To the first floor is a kingsize bedroom with Smart TV. There is underfloor heating throughout the property with zoned thermostatic controls.
Outside, you will find hot and cold taps, perfect for washing your four-legged friends off after a walk in the hills. This eco-friendly lodge has eco cleaning products which are supplied along with a welcome basket of local produce, as well as a welcome basket for your dog containing treats and eco waste bags, also supplied is a bed, a blanket and a towel for your four-legged friend. A medium sized dog cage is available upon request.
There are plenty of walks to be had from the property; it is 6 miles to the historic town of Brecon with its array of coffee shops, small local independent shops, and art galleries. There is something here for everyone, and for those looking for more adventures then why not climb the high peaks of Pen Y Fan and take in the breathtaking views of the rolling countryside?
bath robes and slippers,£196From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
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.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Aberdovey, Wales 5.00Situated in the southern reaches of Snowdonia National Park, this charming, semi-detached cottage has been lovingly restored to provide spacious yet cosy holiday accommodation. Perfect for year round holidays and breaks, it is peacefully situated just a short stroll from the village inn and Rhydyronen station on the lovely Tanyllyn railway line. Just 2 miles away is Tywyn, with a good selection of shops, cafés and a lovely sandy beach, and fashionable and lively Aberdovey is just a little further round the coast. This is a superb location for enjoying lovely walks and cycling, with an abundance of wildlife and wonderful waterfalls to spot and enjoy. To the north of the village is Barmouth, start of the Mawddach Trail, which passes over Barmouth Bridge and follows the track bed of the old railway line along the Mawddach Estuary to Dolgellau. Beach 2 miles. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 200 yards.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ceredigion, Wales 5.00Tan Y Dderwen (Under The Oak, ref OZV), Beudy Bach (Little Cowshed, ref OZW) and Gwel-Y-Llyn (Lake View, ref OZX) are beautiful conversions of traditional Welsh long barns whilst The Farmhouse, (ref OYV) is a bespoke, extremely spacious holiday property furnished to the highest of standards. All offer Wi-Fi for your convenience.
Located in a tranquil setting surrounded by rolling countryside, these wonderful family holiday properties boast character and all the comforts for the perfect countryside holiday.
Close to the borders of both mid and south Wales, the properties provide perfect accommodation ideally placed for exploring the dramatic Ceredigion coastline where bottlenose dolphins are often seen.
The picturesque fishing town of Aberaeron is only six miles away with shops and its large harbour encased by pastel-shaded Georgian houses. A short drive inland leads to the rural and traditional towns of Lampeter and Tregaron, where the Welsh language is mostly used by the locals. Tregaron feels almost untouched by the 21st century and is a bastion of the Welsh language and culture. The river running through the town centre leads to Cors Caron, a national nature reserve of peat bog which is one of the most impressive wildlife areas in Wales; home to rare marsh grasses, black adders, buzzards and even the occasional red kite. A perfect opportunity to discover the real Wales. Shops 3 miles, pub in village.
The Farmhouse (OYV), Tan Y Dderwen (OZV), Beudy Bach (OZW) and Gwel-Y-Llyn (OZX) can be booked together to accommodate larger groups or families holidaying together.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Narberth, Wales 4.00Come and enjoy all that The Old Post House has to offer. Set next door to the owner within the quaint and peaceful hamlet of Penffordd, this lovely semi-detached property offers a fantastic base from which to discover Pembrokeshire. It is centrally located within the county, just a few minutes’ drive to the Preseli Hills where you can enjoy some stunning forestry walks and take on the highest point in Pembrokeshire, Foel Cwmcerwyn, with outstanding views across west Wales. After a brisk walk, enjoy a local ale and some freshly cooked home produce in the nearby pub. The beautiful town of Narberth is close by and here you can enjoy a host of boutique shops, café, delicatessens and antique shops on the bustling high street.
The Old Post House was once the post office for the local area and has been lovingly furnished throughout to provide a good standard of accommodation. It has a kitchen/dining room with open vaulted ceilings and beams leading through to a warm and welcoming living room, which offers the perfect space to relax after a busy day of sightseeing. Have a barbecue in the large south-facing garden, here you can enjoy a glass of wine or some stargazing!
A short drive away is the Manor Wildlife Park where you can see southern white rhinos and the resident tigers. Oakwood, Wales’ largest theme park, and the coastal resort of Tenby are all within a 40-minute drive. Beach 13 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 5 miles.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
