Dog-friendly Gwynedd

Close to the Snowdonia National Park and a 20-minute drive to Snowdon itself, these three spacious, attractive and comfortable barn conversions boast stunning views over beautiful countryside. The holiday cottages (refs. OZ3, OZ4 and OZ5) are located just yards away from the Wales Coast Path, which leads to a lovely pebble backed sandy beach whilst affording wonderful bird watching opportunities on the way. Foryd Bay, where the properties are located, is a designated RSPB Lapwing reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The Slate Landscape of Northwest Wales has also become the UK’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2021. Within easy driving distance there are a myriad exciting activities including mountain biking, surfing, sailing, excellent walking, riding and golf. The properties are also conveniently located for Zip World.
Caernarfon, with its magnificent castle, and a fine selection of shops, restaurants and pubs is just 4 miles away, and is also the start of the Welsh Highland Railway for scenic journeys into the heart of Snowdonia. Tai Coch Chatham is a perfect location for relaxing winter escapes and summer beach holidays. Shop and restaurant 2½ miles, pub serving food 1 mile (seasonal).
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.

A stylish, reverse-level home resting in Bwlchtocyn near Abersoch. Close to beach. Off-road parking. Sea-views. Abersoch 1.8 miles. Pwllheli 6.9 miles.

Plas Gwyn is a spacious property perfect for friends and families getting together. There is a large living room with comfy sofas and lovely views over the river. The dining room has a table with ample space for everyone to take a seat and enjoy an evening meal or a chat about the day. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need for your stay. For anyone wanting a quiet spot to read a book away from the rest of the family, there’s a snug sun room overlooking the rear garden. All the bedrooms have been furnished to a high standard, who will be lucky enough to stay in the river view bedrooms?
To the rear of the property there is a stepped garden area with stunning views over Aberglaslyn valley, a lovely peaceful space to relax in the picturesque village of Beddgelert which has an abundance of walks surrounded by impressive scenery. The village itself is steeped in history and folk lore. Sygun copper mine is just down the road and is well worth a visit for all ages. The area is considered the adventure capital of Wales and there are an abundance of opportunities for climbing, hiking, walking, cycling and water sports available. You can also ride a steam train on the Welsh Highland Railway to Caernarfon and nearby Porthmadog.

This superb, detached holiday cottage rests in the charming village of Dyffryn Ardudwy, Gwynedd. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Sea views. Close to amenities. Barmouth 5.5 miles; Harlech 5.6 miles.

Ty Ni is a large modern property with open airy rooms and a sophisticated style. There’s four bedrooms, three of which have en-suites, and a separate family bathroom. The living and dining area have been furnished to ensure your comfort, the ideal social space for everyone to relax in. There’s a large kitchen with double oven, you’ll certainly be fully equipped for cooking up a feast. Through the kitchen there is a utility room, a much needed space for cleaning up after a muddy walk or a day spent down the beach.
Talking of beaches, pack your bucket and spade! There’s miles of idyllic coastline to explore, with picture perfect beaches and dunes you’ll be spoilt for choice. Just down the road you’ll find Harlech home to the imposing UNESCO world heritage site Harlech Castle. Bustling Barmouth is also only a short distance, take a walk along the promenade and indulge in some fish and chips. An iconic feature of the town is Barmouth Bridge, over 150-year-old railway viaduct across the Mawddach Estuary. It is half a mile in length with a wooden promenade suitable for pedestrians or cyclists which now forms part of the Wales Coast Path and the Lon Las Cymru Cycle Network. Nantcol waterfalls are just 5 miles away and offer a great day out, a perfect place for a family picnic whilst playing in the stream. You’re in a fantastic location to explore this area of the Snowdonia National Park. Beach 1 mile, pub within 2 miles.

A superb, three-bedroom ground-floor apartment resting in Pwllheli, Gwynedd. Opposite beach. Sea views. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Abersoch 7 miles; Criccieth 9.2 miles.

Set in an elevated position with spectacular views, this spacious cottage is full of character and simply perfect for family and friends to get together. The cottage also stands in an UNESCO World Heritage Site - Nantlle Valley-slate production.

There are three separate comfy seating rooms, which consist of a large living room with inglenook fireplace housing a log burner, a cosier snug sitting room which also has a log burner perfect for a cosy evening indoors, there’s also a sunroom which is ideal for admiring the garden and surrounding fabulous views from.
The impressive kitchen has a large quintessential country cottage dining table in the centre, making this the ideal social area to gather everyone together and chat about your day. There are two family bathrooms and four spacious bedrooms with top quality mattresses and furnishings. The cottage has been furnished to a high standard to ensure your comfort throughout your stay. Outside there is ample parking and a large garden with seating areas and not forgetting the private hot tub.

This enticing, detached house sits in Bwlchtocyn near Abersoch, Gwynedd. Ground-floor bedrooms. Close to the beach and coast. Off-road parking. Llanengan 1.4 miles; Llanbedrog 4.5 miles; Pwllheli 8.6 miles.

A wonderful three-bedroom duplex apartment resting in Abersoch, Gwynedd. Pet-friendly. Near a beach. Sea views. Pwllheli 8.4 miles.

A wonderful four-bedroom, detached cottage resting in Abersoch, Gwynedd. Pet-friendly. Near a beach. Woodburning stove. Pwllheli 7 miles.