Dog-friendly Gwynedd

Welcome to Barreg, a delightful holiday retreat nestled in the heart of the picturesque town of Barmouth, Gwynedd. A haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike, Barmouth offers a perfect blend of coastal charm and outdoor activities that will make your holiday truly memorable.
Barmouth, with its golden sandy beaches and stunning views of Cardigan Bay, provides an idyllic backdrop for a relaxing getaway. Immerse yourself in the gentle rhythm of the tides as you take leisurely strolls along the promenade or unwind on the beach with the sound of waves as your soundtrack. The panoramic views of the Mawddach Estuary and the Cadair Idris mountain range create a mesmerizing setting that invites you to embrace the tranquillity of this coastal gem.
For those seeking a bit of adventure, Barmouth doesn’t disappoint. The town is a gateway to Snowdonia National Park, offering a myriad of hiking trails for all skill levels. Lace up your boots and explore the rugged beauty of the Welsh countryside, with its cascading waterfalls, lush valleys, and ancient woodlands. Don’t forget your camera – the vistas from Barmouth’s elevated positions are truly breathtaking. Water enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise with the array of water-based activities available. From kayaking and paddleboarding on the Mawddach Estuary to sailing in Cardigan Bay, there’s no shortage of ways to make a splash. If you’re feeling more adventurous, consider trying your hand at windsurfing or kite surfing for an adrenaline-fueled experience.
Barmouth also boasts a vibrant local scene, with charming cafes, traditional pubs, and eclectic shops lining the narrow streets. Immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the locals, savouring delicious Welsh cuisine and discovering unique souvenirs to commemorate your holiday. Barreg in Gwynedd is more than just a holiday destination; it’s a gateway to the wonders of Barmouth, where every day promises a new adventure and the chance to create lasting memories.

This well presented two bedroom terraced cottage is set in a small village in the Snowdonia National Park with a lake to the rear of the property. There are stunning views from the holiday cottage across the mountains and lake. There are many fantastic mountain walks and also a walk around the lake as well as fishing in the lake. With Beddgelert only 10 miles away and Porthmadog and the Italianate village of Portmeirion is 15 miles away, the beach at Dinas Dinlle is 7 miles away. Mount Snowdon and many other mountains in the range are all close at hand for those wishing to climb them. Also available are riding, cycling, bird watching, golf and fishing. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 4 miles.

This traditional detached farmhouse enjoys the most convenient location, as it is just a stone’s throw away from historic Caernarfon, with its magnificent castle. The drive to the farm offers outstanding views across the harbour to the castle, and the journey right along the fore shore of the Menai Straits is just breathtaking.
Helen Cottage is nestled besides the owner’s small and exclusive caravan park, on a 110-acre working farm, where visitors are welcome to explore and watch the calves being fed. It provides the perfect holiday base for golfers and sailors, as there is an 18-hole golf course adjacent to the farm and a boat launch nearby. Caernarfon is also the starting point for the Welsh Highland railway, with wonderful train journeys into the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. Caernarfon also offers a leisure centre with indoor swimming and tennis facilities, along with a fine selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. The national water sports centre is 2 miles, horse riding is available just 4 miles away and the beaches at Anglesey and the Lleyn Peninsula are just 10 miles away. Beach 350 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Bod Eithin is able to welcome guests on a fabulous Welsh stay being detached, well appointed, and centrally heated. It is ideal for larger groups of family or friends and sits adjacent Royal St David’s Golf Course with close and easy access to the breath-taking Harlech beach. The house also benefits from a generous landscaped garden all set below the imposing Harlech Castle with beautiful views over to the mountains of Snowdonia.

Bod Eithin is spacious and furnished to a high standard. It is ideally located for families, as it is a short walk from the award winning 4 mile long, sandy Harlech beach. It is regularly awarded as one of the finest beaches in Wales and is backed by protected sand dunes. Being a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Morfa Harlech is now a National Nation Reserve, one of only 70 in the UK. It boasts numerous important sanctuaries for wildlife. In spring and summer keep an eye out for the three-coloured dune pansy, the pyramidal orchid or even the scarce bee orchid. When in ?ower, the dry dune grasslands are home to a number of butter?ies and moths, such as the six-spot burnet moth and the common blue and small copper butter?ies.
Other insects such as some of our rarest mining bees who depend on bare sand and you may spot a sand lizard, too. Ringed plover nest on the beach in spring and other birds such as the skylark and stonechat breed in the dunes, with redshank and lapwing using the saltmarsh. In winter wading birds such as oystercatcher, dunlin and sanderling feed along the shoreline, and wildfowl make use of the estuaries and saltmarsh.
Situated within the Snowdonia National Park, Bod Eithin is perfectly placed for reaching the tourist attractions of Zip World, Llanfair Slate Caverns, Shell Island, Portmeirion, Porthmadog, Barmouth, Beddgelert, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways and Coed-y-Brenin Forest. The town of Harlech is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, courtesy of Harlech Castle built in 1282 and a world record holder for the steepest street in the world at 37.54%, Fford pen Llech. The world renowned Royal St David’s Golf Course is opposite (a top 50 course in Great Britain & Ireland). Walkers, mountain bikers, climbers, bird watchers and fishermen will find plenty to test their skills in the area, and for those wanting to travel slightly further, Snowdon, the Lleyn Peninsula and Betws-y-Coed are all an easy scenic drive away. For those with a head for heights fast jets can be seen training and photographed as part of the Mach Loop and flights can be arranged from the nearby Snowdonia Flight School to take you over the summit of Snowdon. The town has a swimming pool and climbing wall with instructors available for helping young and old alike. There are excellent boutique restaurants and cafes in the town, (booking is essential in high season).
The interior design is sure to delight and excite you in equal measure. This detached house is set in a peaceful, rural location, with the garden enveloping you with far reaching views to Snowdonia from the rear and over the golf course and sand dunes to the front. The outside space is great for children, families and dogs alike, with comfortable outdoor seating, a fire pit and best of all, a top of the range hot tub.
Stepping inside the property from the drive way you enter into the hall, which leads you through into the heart of the home; the exquisite open plan kitchen/dining area. Catering to your culinary needs is a well-equipped kitchen, with sweeping worktops and farmhouse wood units, as well as all the essentials that you will require to whip up a delicious evening meal for you and your loved ones. The attention to detail is second to none, and you have everything you could wish for an indulgent, memorable stay. Soak up the atmosphere as your loved ones gather around the dining table; this is an exceptionally beautiful setting for your evening meals. Flowing from the kitchen area to the garden this leads to a porcelain tiled patio with bench seating for 12. Adjacent the kitchen is the living room, with sofas you could all too easily fall asleep on, as they are so cosy and inviting, especially after a day of exploration and high-spirited adventure. As the evening draws to a close, look forward to retiring to one of the well-presented bedrooms. Each bedroom enjoys refreshing design, with quality linens as well as its own character and flair; you are sure to wake refreshed and eager to embrace the day ahead. A sunrise or sunset walk on the impressive beach is a must – whatever the weather! You may even spot a dolphin or two! Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards. Harlech has its own main line rail station.

This single storey detached converted barn is in the ideal location for a holiday on a working dairy farm, enjoying its own enclosed lawned garden. It is surrounded by countryside and is traffic free. There are sandy beaches offering all watersports close by, stunning coastal National Heritage walks and renowned links golf courses. Visit delightful Abersoch beach, take a boat trip to Bardsey Island renowned for its wildlife and discover the beauty of Snowdonia. There are many scenic railways which travel through the hills and forests for you to enjoy, alternatively day trips to Caernarfon and Harlech Castles, Betws-y-Coed, Anglesey and Victorian Llandudno can also be enjoyed. Horse riding nearby. Shop and pub 2½ miles, restaurant 3 miles.

This simple but welcoming semi-detached holiday cottage stands in a 100-acre working farm, where you can enjoy uninterrupted, breath-taking views of the starry night sky from the comfort of the garden. Perfect for a small family, this cottage features two bedrooms, one with a bunk bed, and a playroom with a TV and DVD player, ideal for children to have their own space. Outside, there is an enclosed garden where the little ones and your four-legged friends can let off some steam!
Beautiful Aberdaron Bay is just 1½ miles from the cottage, and in this pretty village you can find a mile long sandy beach, two pubs, a tea room and boat trips in the summer to Bardsey Island. Children will love exploring the sea caves and rock pools, or for the more adventurous, windsurfing and kayaking can also be found in the area.
For history buffs, Caernarfon Castle is worth a visit and is set on the banks of the River Seiont, whilst Harlech Castle is situated on a rocky crag overlooking sand dunes far below. The highest peak in Wales, Mount Snowdon, is a must for outdoor enthusiasts, and there is also the Snowdon Mountain Railway which will take you to the top. For seaside fun, visit the bustling market town of Pwllheli, with its beach, art galleries, sailing and watersports centre, and coastal cruises out to see wildlife such as seals, sea birds and dolphins. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

At the end of a quiet country lane, surrounded by fields, this inviting single storey holiday cottage has thick stone walls, double glazing and exposed beams, and is simply but cosily furnished. Only 1.5 miles from National Trust coastline with wonderful walks to be had through the National Trust land which makes up most of this area. At the same distance are the many unspoilt beaches to be found in the region where there is often a chance of seeing choughs, seals and dolphins. Or why not try some fishing from the rocks or boat trips to Bardsey Island. The picturesque village of Aberdaron, at the tip of the beautiful Lleyn Peninsula, and the spectacular Hell’s Mouth Bay are both nearby. Shops, pubs and restaurants 4 miles.

In a lovely quiet location, Goleufryn is split over three buildings grouped around a pretty garden, just on the outskirts of Abersoch on the Llyn Peninsula, and has distant sea views. The main house sleeps ten and has a spacious living room with a dining room and full kitchen where everybody can gather together. The Barn sleeps four, has a large living room and kitchenette together with two bedrooms, and The Annexe sleeps four in one bedroom and also has a fantastic games room to keep the whole family occupied.
There are walks from the door, and the pretty village of Abersoch is a short distance away, providing a range of shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants. There are three beaches to choose from too, the long sandy Warren Beach, small and sheltered Porth Bach, and sandy Porth Ceiriad including backed by high cliffs. There’s also the surfers favourite at nearby Hell’s Mouth. Abersoch itself is well-known as one of the most popular sailing venues in North Wales, but it also makes an ideal base for exploring the area. Visit the lovely National Trust owned beach at Llanbedrog with its multi-coloured beach huts, and call in to see the ever-changing art exhibitions at Plas Glyn-y-Weddw. Take a trip from Aberdaron to visit Bardsey Island off the tip of the Llyn Peninsula, or take a trip into the Snowdonia National Park on the Welsh Highland Railway, visit the quirky Italianate village of Portmeirion, or conquer mighty Caernarfon Castle, built by Edward I and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

This traditional Welsh stone holiday cottage brimming with character and charm, boasts a wonderful location for exploring the area’s beautiful beaches and coastline. A sandy, pebble-backed beach is less than a minute’s walk from the cottage’s front door, and Caernarfon with its majestic castle, fine selection of shops and restaurants, and the Welsh Highland narrow gauge railway lies just 8 miles away. The surroundings of the Snowdonia National Park invite exploration with myriad exhilarating outdoor pursuits available. Village shop 1 mile, pub/restaurant 4 miles.

Wonderfully positioned to make the most of the region’s beautiful beaches, castles and mountains, this comfortable detached cottage, sits in the grounds of the owners’ smallholding, enjoying panoramic views over the surrounding countryside on the fringes of the Snowdonia National Park. It’s just a short drive from an award winning blue flag beach, whilst Caernarfon with its superb castle is three miles and offers a fine selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. The Welsh highland narrow gauge railway passes close by and makes for a memorable trip into the mountains of Snowdonia, an enormous range of exciting activities and attractions lie close by including Zip World, the longest zip wire in the world. Walking, golf and horse riding can all be enjoyed nearby.