Dog-friendly Gwynedd

Renovated semi-detached 18th century Victorian farm cottage on 200-acre farm nestled between the Rhinog Mountains and Cardigan Bay coastline. Lots of character and original features. Inglenook fireplace. Four poster bed. Llanbedr 1 mile. Beach 3 miles.

A fully renovated stone-built detached farmhouse situated on the edge of the village of Llanrug. Character beams, inglenook fireplace. Llanberis 2 miles.

Delightful stone-built 'eco-friendly' barn conversion in Snowdonian village of Llanrug. Five en-suite bedrooms. Llanberis 2 miles.

This well-presented and very comfortable detached property, offers exceptionally spacious accommodation, perfect for large family gatherings, whatever the season. It boasts a lovely enclosed courtyard with its own private hot tub for six guests - a delightful place to relax and enjoy the lovely views across the adjoining Abersoch golf course towards the sea. Within a short walk is the charming and fashionable seaside resort of Abersoch, which is situated between two glorious bays, and is one of the most popular sailing venues in north Wales with important sailing regattas held there throughout the summer months. It also has a fine selection of shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants. Water sports enthusiasts are also well catered for, particularly windsurfing, water skiing and dinghy sailing, not to mention renowned surfing at Hell’s Mouth. There are three main beaches to choose from, the long sandy Warren beach, small and sheltered Porth Bach and sandy Porth Ceriad with its high cliffs. Most of the coastline is owned by the National Trust and there are many remote bays, sandy beaches and cliffs, as well as wildlife havens like Bardsey Island to explore. Beach ½ mile. Shop pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Nestling on the fringes of the Snowdonia National Park, these charming detached cottages, next to the owner’s home, have stunning countryside views. Bryn Salem (ref UKC2466) has a lovely patio with a built in outdoor barbecue/kitchen perfect for al fresco dining, and a blissful hot tub enjoying those lovely views. The enclosed courtyard is ideal for dogs and even has a dog/bike wash tap for muddy paws and wheels. Ysgoldy Salem (ref UK11848) has been skilfully converted from the former village Sunday school and reading rooms to offer a luxury base from which to explore this delightful area of southern Snowdonia. Boasting a blissful hot tub, stylish interiors and lovely rural views, Ysgoldy Salem is perfect to return to after a day spent enjoying the myriad of activities on offer with the Cambrian mountains, Cader Idris and the mountains of Snowdonia all within easy reach. Cabin Caru (ref UK12335) is perfect for a relaxing glamping break whatever the season, with its lovely outdoor space for al fresco dining and a cosy wood burner for peaceful winter evenings in. It offers open plan living space with an en-suite facility, making this a truly luxurious glamping experience and a great base from which to explore this delightful area of southern Snowdonia. It is completely self-contained and offers a truly romantic retreat, perfect for two.

The properties are ideally situated for enjoying year round holidays and are conveniently situated between the historic market towns of Machynlleth and Dolgellau, both with a good selection of shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants. A superb variety of outdoor pursuits can be enjoyed locally, and many wonderful walks actually start directly from the cottage doorstep. The coast at Aberdyfi and Barmouth make for great summer days out, with their wide expanses of golden sands. Beach 21 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.

Just a few minutes’ walk from a beautiful sandy beach, perfect for family seaside holidays and relaxing winter escapes. This renovated, detached single storey property boasts a lovely bright open plan living area and an enclosed lawned garden. It is situated in a quiet residential cul de sac close to the delightful and historic village of Harlech with its majestic medieval castle, championship golf course, interesting shops, pubs and restaurant’s. A fantastic range of outdoor activities, including climbing, walking, white water rafting and the area’s most exciting visitor attraction, Zip World Titan, the first four-person zip wire in Europe, along with Zip World Caverns and Bounce Below (trampolines in the slate caverns) are all within easy reach. Mountain biking is also very popular with the mountain bike trails of Antur Stiniog at Blaenau Ffestiniog and Coed y Brennin Forest near Dolgellau, along with miles of quite country lanes to explore. The Italianate village of Portmeirion and Porthmadog home of both the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland narrow gauge railways for journeys deep into the Snowdonia mountains are both close by. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

This quirky, semi-detached property is situated right in the heart of the seaside town of Barmouth, on the shores of the Cardigan Bay coast. There is a lovely open plan living area with a separate bedroom and shower room, whilst a staircase leads up to a roof terrace, great for relaxing on with a glass of wine. You can stroll along the sandy beach or wander along to one of the many cafés and pubs in town. Take a walk or a bike over the famous Barmouth Bridge and explore the Mawddach Trail, a level route which follows the trackbed of the old railway line to Dolgellau. From Barmouth, you can also hop on board a train on the Cambrian Coast line between Machynlleth and Pwllheli for one of the most spectacular coastal railway journeys in the UK, or catch a ferry over the mouth of the river and take a trip on a little steam train on the Fairbourne Railway.

To the north, the sandy beaches stretch for miles, and at Harlech you will find the mighty castle built by Edward I (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) brooding over the little town. A little further on at Blaenau Ffestiniog, you can experience Europe’s largest zip wire zone as you fly over an old slate quarry at Zip World Titan, or try a spot of underground trampolining in a slate cavern at Bounce Below – great fun! The mountains of the Snowdonia National Park are just waiting to be explored, and you can be in the hills within a few minutes. Take time out to visit some of the local towns and villages too. Dolgellau with its range of individual shops, Penmaenpool and its delightful toll bridge, Llwyngwril with an annual yarnbombing festival, and Tywyn, home to the famous Talyllyn Railway. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

This lovely, semi-detached pet friendly converted barn is on the outskirts of Dyffryn Ardudwy near Barmouth. Furnished to a good standard, the accommodation provides a perfect retreat for couples wanting to explore this part of rural Snowdonia. The open plan living area is well-equipped and has plenty of storage and worktop space, together with a breakfast bar, and there is a comfortable leather sofa and flatscreen Freeview TV in the living room. The bathroom is surprisingly generous and has a powerful shower, and the bedroom is also very comfortable and features a kingsize bed. With everything on the ground floor, you’ll find it offers easy access. Outside there’s a small patio area where you can relax with a glass of wine whilst enjoying the sea views. There is also a larger garden area shared with two other cottages, also sleeping 2 (refs UK6584 and UK6586).
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Harlech and explore its impressive castle. Take leisurely walks from the door or spend a day at the nearby sandy beach at Morfa Dyffryn. Explore the Snowdonia National Park or why not bring your bike (or hire locally) and cycle along the old railway line to Dolgellau? Beach 1 mile. Shop 300 yards, pub and and restaurant ½ mile.

This charming, mid-terrace cottage is perfectly located on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park. The cottage boasts a conservatory opening out onto a fully enclosed garden that overlooks the narrow gauge Welsh Highland Steam Railway, as it makes its way from the historic town of Caernarfon deep into the stunning mountain scenery of Snowdonia. The train stops a short walk from the cottage, and sits alongside an award-winning local brewery pub. Pets are welcome in the property, and a large dog crate can also be made available.

A host of visitor attractions are close by, including magnificent Caernarfon Castle and the exhilarating Zip World, well known for its 500ft-high zip line and mile-long rides with panoramic views of the coastline and quarry. Also within easy reach is the university town of Bangor, with National Trust Penrhyn Castle, and a wealth of golden sandy beaches both on the island of Anglesey and the Lleyn Peninsula. The area is perfect for walkers, with many local walking paths close by, including the Snowdon Ranger Path, a few minutes’ drive away, that takes you to the summit of Snowdon. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ½ mile and restaurant 5 miles.

Coed Y Glyn Bach, a quaint, ground-floor annexe, rests in Groeslon near Penygroes, Gwynedd. Off-road parking. Romantic. Near a pub. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Caernarfon 4.7 miles; Llanberis 10.9 miles.