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.
WalesThis stunning, detached, barn conversion has been lovingly crafted to provide a beautiful holiday home for all the family. Spread over four levels, there’s a central ‘atrium’ with views out over the peaceful countryside, with a glass-sided lift connecting all levels – ideal if a member of your party is less mobile or uses a wheelchair. There are wonderful A frame joists throughout this light and airy property, with the main living room, dining room and kitchen being in the central part of the house. On the ground floor there’s also a lovely sun room opening out onto a balcony overlooking the surrounding countryside, a games and media room with PlayStation 4, table football, electric organ, and a curved 65" Smart TV with Blu-ray player – ideal for the full cinema experience! There’s also a playroom packed with toys, games and jigsaw puzzles for the younger members of your party. Two of the bedrooms are on this floor, whilst there are four upstairs on the first floor, from where a minstrel’s gallery overlooks the staircase. On the lower ground floor you’ll find a further double bedroom, accessible wet room with shower and living room, together with a niftily concealed kitchenette – ideal for grandparents staying with family but who like their own space!
No such holiday property would be complete without a hot tub, and you’ll find the one at Y Beudy has some of the finest views from any hot tub as you while away the evenings watching the sun go down. There’s also a fabulous elevated patio area, with ramped access, giving further fantastic views, and an exciting children’s play area which is shared with the owner’s other holiday property. Ruthin is just 4 miles away, home to the Ruthin Craft Centre, and the former Ruthin Gaol, here you will find a great selection of eateries and individual shops in the streets radiating down the hill from the centre of town. A little further afield is Llandegla Forest with its mountain bike centre and great walks, whilst the historic city of Chester with its famous city walls, cathedral and unique shops in the Rows is well worth a visit. Betws-y-Coed, the ’Gateway to the Snowdonia National Park’, is also within easy reach and offers outdoor clothing shops and the amazing Zip World Fforest. Beach 22 miles. Shop and pub 1½ mile, restaurant 4 miles.£1055From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Llandeilo, WalesThis large detached property is ideally located just 9 miles from Llandeilo, perfect for larger families or groups of friends alike. Vijay Gardens comprises of a spacious living room with a 22ft projector screen TV and several sofas, kitchen area, utility room with two washing machines and two tumble dryers, and a large dining room with plenty of seating for everyone. There is a double bedroom on the ground floor and on the first floor there are 5 further bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities.
There is a lovely lawned garden, great for children and pets to play in, with garden furniture and a large BBQ, ideal for those warmer days. With the River Amman running alongside the garden, guests can enjoy a spot of fishing as there are fishing rights for this part of the river. Beach 19 miles. Shop and pub ½ mile, restaurant 3 miles.£759From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Llangollen, WalesDiscover Willington Lodge, a truly luxurious Grade II listed Georgian country home set in the north Wales and Cheshire border. This incredible property has that all important wow factor that sets your holiday apart from all others. Sleeping up to eighten guests, you and your loved ones will be living life to the highest levels of splendid! Upon arrival, you are greeted by the classic Georgian architecture with beautiful white detailing and elegant hedgerows. This wonderfully grand holiday home is the definition of luxury. Throughout, you will find period features that are quintessential to English sophistication that makes Willington Lodge a truly magnificent place to make memories that last a lifetime.
The grounds are as impressive as the property itself. With grand lawns, walled garden, court yards, and quiet ponds, you will find something special everywhere you discover. With gardens and facilities like the ones on offer at Willington Lodge, you will appreciate why it is regarded as one of the area’s top rural wedding venues. For wedding services, please contact the venue directly.
Ideally located for a rural retreat, far enough away from civilisation but close enough to not feel isolated. Willington Lodge is only 10 minutes from the popular market town of Whitchurch and the picturesque town of Ellesmere you will find a perfect country hideaway. Whitchurch offers a wealth of independent shops, cafés, bars and restaurants to suit all tastes. Add the weekly country market, monthly farmers’ market, a wide range of independent specialist shops, lovely coffee shops, the many traditional pubs and inns which offer good food and beers, the interesting mix of buildings and you have the ideal place to discover on your holiday. Ellesmere, only 10 minutes away has developed into a vibrant market town with numerous of Georgian and half-timbered buildings. Ellesmere prides itself on its individual and independent shops – some have been in the same family for generations. Chester and Shrewsbury are both only half an hour away.
With Shrewsbury approximately 30 minutes’ drive away, there’s a variety of things to do making it a great day out. Shrewsbury is full of finds to be discovered by foot or by boat, the River Severn is a must, as is the café culture, the castle and the churches that dominate Shrewsbury’s famous skyline.
In the other direction and approximately 30 minutes’ drive away again, is the historical city of Chester with its excellent shopping and famous races, with the Blue Planet Aquarium close by and of course Chester Zoo, there are so many options.
Throughout the year there are numerous food festivals and regattas. It’s a great place to visit. For the more adventurous travel seekers there are various walks and outdoor activities nearby including The Mercian Way which is part of the award-winning National Cycle Network. Overton-on-Dee which is surrounded by a forty-mile network of interconnecting public footpaths and bridleways, all of them readily accessible from the village. From taking a stroll around the beautiful gardens to exploring the woodlands and countryside, even just sitting back relaxing and taking in the tranquillity of the house. Willington Lodge promises an idyllic holiday retreat.£742From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Llandegla, WalesA high-quality property that accommodates 16 guests and dog friendly situated in Llandegla in the county of Denbighshire (northeast Wales). This spectacular property was a former country hotel and is also a licensed wedding venue, you could combine a holiday with a wedding ceremony! The property has its own bar and can be stocked at your request.
The property consists of a large open plan living area with wood burner, high quality furnishings and sofas, it is open plan with the large dining area which has a large dining table to sit all guests, there is also a bar area within this room with bar stools. The kitchen has absolutely everything you could possibly need, including a four oven Aga, juice maker, professional coffee machine, smoothie maker, fridge/freezer with water and ice dispenser and a large breakfast bar. On the ground floor are double toilets with baby changing facilities and electric hand dryers. The utility area has fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. There are two bedrooms on the ground floor with wheelchair access and ramp, Deer Room has a kingsize sleigh bed and is en-suite with walk-in shower and French doors overlooking Coed Llandegla and its rolling hills. The Hare Room has a super kingsize zip and link bed with two armchairs and is en-suite with bath and rainfall shower.
To the first floor there are three further bedrooms, The Partridge Room with mountain views, has a kingsize sleigh bed and en-suite with double ended roll top bath and a large walk-in rainfall shower. The Lord Grousemoor has a super kingsize bed, two armchairs and an en-suite with double ended roll top bath and rainfall shower. The Woodcock Room has a kingsize bed with an en-suite with a large walk-in rainfall shower. There is also a two-bedroom suite on the first floor: The Pheasant Suite consists of a twin room with views over the heather topped Welsh hills, with en-suite shower over the bath. The master suite with dual aspect windows and views over the hills and forest has a super kingsize zip and link bed. The Pheasant Suite also has its own living room and kitchen with ceramic hob, washing machine, dishwasher and fridge. All rooms have bathrobes, toiletries and mending kits provided. To the rear of the property is a large terrace with garden furniture and fabulous views over the Welsh countryside, two gas barbecues, two showers, three toilets and an outdoor sink.
There is plenty to see and do in the area, the property is right on the Offa’s Dyke trail, so great for walkers or cyclists. There is also mountain biking in Coed Llandegla (One Planet), clay pigeon shooting at Fauxdegla, off road motor safari and white-water rafting. Llangollen is 9 miles from the property and offers a great day out to the Horseshoe Pass and falls, the castle ruins at Castell Dinas Bran has some stunning views from the top. Restaurant ¼ mile.£659From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Caersws, WalesThis fabulous house is resting in Trefeglwys near Caersws, Wales. Hot tubs. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Ground-floor bedrooms and living. Off-road parking. Gardens. Great views. Caersws 4.6 miles; Llanidloes 5.1 miles; Newton 12.3 miles£639From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dyffryn Ardudwy, WalesAn impressive, detached house sitting on the outskirts of Dyffryn Ardudwy, North Wales. Two hot tubs. Sauna. Near the beach. Barmouth 5.8 miles; Harlech 7.1 miles; Portmeirion 15.5 miles.£630From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Llandrillo, WalesSituated in one of the most beautiful and undiscovered areas of Britain, this superb house exudes exceptional charm and character, boasting spacious rooms, wood-burning stove and open fires. South-facing, and with a sheltered veranda, this detached holiday property is set in an estate with access to 2500 acres of walking country and 4 miles of river with salmon, trout and grayling fishing by arrangement. It lies just 50 yards from anall-weathertennis court (built 2003, use by arrangement). Fields and stabling area also available by arrangement for ponies, with trekking to be enjoyed in the surrounding countryside. A high ropes course and paintballing site set in stunning forest is within ½ mile.
Crogen Coach House is in an ideal location for enjoying the beautiful Welsh countryside, and also for visiting the English towns of Chester and Shrewsbury - both of which offer historical days out. The quaint market town of Corwen lies just 8 miles from the typical Welsh town of Llangollen which hosts the International Music Eisteddfod each July. This famous folk festival provides an array of music, dance and poetry for all ages. Llangollen is also popular throughout the rest of the year, with white water rafting available and numerous historical sites and attractions to visit. Snowdonia National Park is easily accessible and well worth a visit with its breathtaking mountains offering beautiful views and scenery. For the more adventurous, Bala Lake (5 miles), the largest natural lake in Wales, is a major centre for many watersports including sailing, windsurfing and white water rafting. For lovers of good food, there are two gastronomic hotels of note just 1½ miles away. Shop 1¾ miles, two pubs 1½ miles.£568From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Holyhead, WalesA large self-catering accommodation resting within the village of Rhoscolyn. Stunning sea views. WiFi. Sauna. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Holyhead 5.5 miles.£517From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Llandrindod Wells, WalesLife House, crafted by the renowned architect John Pawson, stands as a haven for tranquility and introspection. Designed as a retreat, Life House embodies the ideals of serenity, contemplation, and restoration£499From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Penmaenmawr, WalesImpressive detached property in the heart of Penmaenmawr. En-suite bedrooms and two large dormitory rooms. Pool table and air-hockey. Ideal for large groups, schools and organisations. Beach 10 mins walk. Plas Menai 17 miles. Mount Snowdon 18 miles.£447From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
