Dog-friendly Gwynedd

With wonderful views of the coast, Snowdonia and Anglesey, and access to 8 acres, this very comfortable and well equipped property is indeed in a marvellous location for exploring this beautiful corner of north Wales. Caernarfon, 6 miles, with its majestic castle, offers golf, fishing, swimming, and tennis, while the nearest beach is just a mile away. There are pubs serving food at Clynnog, 2.5 miles. Shops and PO in Pen y Groes 2 miles.

Just 1.5 miles from a sandy, pebble backed beach, in a great location for family summer holidays and year round breaks, this well appointed property enjoys its own hot tub and shared use of a heated outdoor swimming pool (30th Apr - 1st Oct). Tree and decorations are provided for Christmas bookings. Set in the grounds of a privately owned caravan park, it lies 3 miles from Caernarfon’s castle, pretty harbour, shops, pubs, restaurants and steam railway for scenic trips in the stunning Snowdonia landscape. Golf, riding and fishing nearby. Dining pub 1 mile.

Located in the village of Y Felinheli, this semi-detached holiday property has splendid views along the Menai Straits and over the Isle of Anglesey. Ideally placed for exploring the area, with historic Caernarfon within easy reach, and just over the water, the beautiful Isle of Anglesey, home of stately Plas Newydd and the little village Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwll-llantysiliogogogoch. No visit to this part of the world would be complete without a trip to the summit of Snowdon, from Llanberis you can catch the train or start the walk. Visit the fascinating Electric Mountain and Welsh Slate Museum. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

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.

Nestling peacefully down a country lane, this spacious and well-appointed, charming barn conversion, with decorations and tree provided for Christmas bookings, enjoys panoramic views of the coast and over to the mountains of Snowdonia. Enjoying its own fully enclosed garden and patio with hot tub, this holiday property sits within the grounds of the owner’s home just 1 mile from an award-winning sandy beach. Historic Caernarfon, 6 miles, is home to a magnificent castle, golf, riding and a narrow gauge railway that winds its way through the spectacular Snowdonia scenery to the pretty little harbour town of Porthmadog, where the world-famous Ffestiniog Railway takes you on another scenic ride to the home of Welsh slate - Blaenau Ffestiniog. A myriad of outdoor pursuits and family attractions are all easily accessible. Fishing available nearby.

Offering glorious countryside views and in a convenient central location for Snowdonia’s mountains, castles and steam railways, this charming former detached barn is situated alongside the main farmhouse on the owners’ working Welsh mountain sheep and beef farm. There is wonderful walking from the doorstep and, within 0.5 miles the popular cycle route ‘Lon Eifion’ passes by. Shop 2 miles away, nearest pub with restaurant 4 miles. There is a beach 6 miles away, making this an ideal family home.

In a beautiful, tranquil and rural setting amidst the glorious scenery of the Llyn Peninsula yet within easy reach of sandy beaches, Pwhelli’s lively attractions and Porthmadog, home to the world famous Ffestiniog railway, is this charming large detached property. Formerly the gamekeeper’s cottage on the old home farm, this property provides a delightful holiday base just 2 miles from the coastal town of Criccieth, with its magnificent ancient castle and a fine selection of pubs, restaurants and interesting shops. Isfryn boasts an enclosed lawned garden which is perfect for a summer family break and is located in wonderful walking country with walks starting from the door. Golf, riding and fishing are all found nearby and Snowdonia’s exhilarating outdoor pursuits are easily accessible. Shop 2 miles and pub ¾ mile.

Bursting with character, this cosy and beautifully furnished quarryman’s cottage, with tree and decorations for Christmas bookings, sits on the fringes of Blaenau Ffestiniog, home of Welsh slate and the famous railway that winds its way to Porthmadog harbour, 12 miles. Boasting its own summerhouse incorporating a hot tub and sauna in a garden with views to the Manod mountains, the cottage is centrally located for exploring the Snowdonia National Park. Shops and restaurants 1 mile, pub ½ mile.

A charming, stone-fronted farmhouse resting in Dyffryn Ardudwy, Gwynedd. In National Park. Woodburning stove. Countryside views. Communal games room. Pet-friendly. Harlech 4.9 miles; Barmouth 6 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.