Pet Friendly Holidays Powys
Powys is filled with glorious green landscapes and stunning mountain scenery. This area of mid-Wales is home to the Brecon Beacons National Park, vibrant market town centres, and an abundance of walks with your pooch, making Powys a great choice for happy hound escape in Wales.
- Builth, Wales
An elegant luxury country retreat, dog-friendly The Lake Country House Hotel & Spa in Wales enjoys a fabulous rural setting in the countryside.
- Knighton, WalesOccupying an enviable position in the village of Heyope, and overlooking the rolling countryside, these pleasant detached holiday cottages (refs 30201, 30202, 30203 and UK6399) all stand within their own grounds on a small exclusive site, each with a private hot tub, patio area and enclosed garden. The village itself is close to the popular town of Knighton, which occupies a unique position, as part of the town is in Wales, and part in England – a truly unique character border town. Made famous by one of Owain Glyndwr’s most famous victories against English invaders, it now warmly welcomes tourists from all over Europe and beyond. Steeped in history with sloping, winding streets and 17th century half-timbered houses, this is a great location for visiting Offa’s Dyke and the Glyndwr Way, or exploring the beautiful and fascinating Teme Valley. Throughout the year, there are some lively fairs celebrated, and all year round, you will find an array of antique and gift shops, tea rooms, old inns, good food and friendly locals. Local attractions include Offas Dyke Heritage Centre, Powys Observatory with Planetarium Show, golf, clay pigeon shooting and coarse fishing.
Due to its special location, the tourist attractions of Shropshire and mid Wales are all within easy driving distances, so you can visit the likes of Clun with its castle, Ludlow, Church Stretton and Longmynd. Ironbridge Gorge, Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth make great day trips, and over the border into Wales, you can enjoy Welshpool with its steam engine, canal and Powys Castle. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£115From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Knighton, WalesOccupying an enviable position in the village of Heyope and overlooking the rolling countryside, these pleasant detached holiday cottages (refs 30201, 30202, 30203 and UK6399) all stand within their own grounds on a small exclusive site, each with a private hot tub, patio area and enclosed garden. The village itself is close to the popular town of Knighton, which occupies a unique position, as part of the town is in Wales, and part in England – a truly unique character border town. Made famous by one of Owain Glyndwr’s most famous victories against English invaders, it now warmly welcomes tourists from all over Europe and beyond. Steeped in history with sloping, winding streets and 17th century half-timbered houses, this is a great location for visiting Offa’s Dyke and the Glyndwr Way, or exploring the beautiful and fascinating Teme Valley. Throughout the year, there are some lively fairs celebrated, and all year round, you will find an array of antique and gift shops, tea rooms, old inns, good food and friendly locals. Local attractions include Offas Dyke Heritage Centre, Powys Observatory with Planetarium Show, golf, clay pigeon shooting and coarse fishing.
Due to its special location, the tourist attractions of Shropshire and mid Wales are all within easy driving distances, so you can visit the likes of Clun with its castle, Ludlow, Church Stretton and Longmynd. Ironbridge Gorge, Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth make great day trips, and over the border into Wales, you can enjoy Welshpool with its steam engine, canal and Powys Castle. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£116From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Three Cocks, WalesThis unusual building has been converted into an impressive dwelling, set in glorious countryside on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. With hills made for walking, countryside made for the perfect escape, activities for the adventurous and festivals for unadulterated enjoyment you will be captivated by the area. This marvellous attached barn conversion has a wealth of rustic features from flagstone floors to original beams, there is a wood burner in the upstairs living room where the views are splendid, on the ground floor there is a games living room and an en-suite master bedroom with four poster bed. The enclosed lawned garden has flower borders and garden furniture. Hay-on-Wye, known as the "second hand book capital of the world" is 5 miles away with excellent restaurants, antique shops and glorious fishing. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£121From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Montgomery, WalesOffa’s Dyke National Trail runs close by to the town, providing a good excuse to get on your boots and head off for a walk, there are vineyards and homemade ice cream suppliers nearby. Guests are also very close to the NT property Powys Castle, with 3 others within 45 minutes, Chirk Castle, Erddig and Attingham Park. The Welshpool to Llanfair steam railway, Montgomery Canal, and Lake Vyrnwy are all local and well worth a visit. Quad biking, paintballing and horse riding are all available locally, and watersports can be found at Bala Lake and in Llangollen, a 40-minute drive. Historic Shrewsbury is 30-minute drive, and the west Wales coastline is approximately a 1 hour drive. Shops, pubs and restaurants 1¼ miles.£244From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Knighton, WalesOccupying an enviable position in the village of Heyope, and overlooking the rolling countryside, these pleasant detached holiday cottages (refs 30201, 30202, 30203 and UK6399) all stand within their own grounds on a small exclusive site, each with a private hot tub, patio area and enclosed garden. The village itself is close to the popular town of Knighton, which occupies a unique position, as part of the town is in Wales, and part in England – a truly unique character border town. Made famous by one of Owain Glyndwr’s most famous victories against English invaders, it now warmly welcomes tourists from all over Europe and beyond. Steeped in history with sloping, winding streets and 17th century half-timbered houses, this is a great location for visiting Offa’s Dyke and the Glyndwr Way, or exploring the beautiful and fascinating Teme Valley. Throughout the year, there are some lively fairs celebrated, and all year round, you will find an array of antique and gift shops, tea rooms, old inns, good food and friendly locals. Local attractions include Offas Dyke Heritage Centre, Powys Observatory with Planetarium Show, golf, clay pigeon shooting and coarse fishing.
Due to its special location, the tourist attractions of Shropshire and mid Wales are all within easy driving distances, so you can visit the likes of Clun with its castle, Ludlow, Church Stretton and Longmynd. Ironbridge Gorge, Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth make great day trips, and over the border into Wales, you can enjoy Welshpool with its steam engine, canal and Powys Castle. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£115From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Machynlleth, WalesA beautiful stone-built farmhouse resting in Dinas Mawddwy, Gwynedd. Woodburning stoves. Hot tubs. Games room. Off-road parking. Enclosed gardens. Dog-friendly. Mountain views. Excellent walking and cycling. Dolgellau 7.9 miles.£197From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Rhayader, WalesDelightful Rhayader cottage in splendid isolated position. Games barn, large gardens, lovely views, ideal family retreat. Rhayader 4.5 miles.£85From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Presteigne, WalesThis spacious, detached family home, nestled down a private lane, is situated on the owners working farm in the Radnorshire valley. It is a great place for families and friends to get together and has its own hot tub and games room. Set in the open countryside, with fabulous rolling views of the valley to be had from all angles of the property, it’s in an ideal location for those wanting to explore the countryside with Offa’s Dyke being just 15 minutes’ away, as well as other fabulous walks and cycle paths in the area.
After a long day of exploring the area, head back to Upper Close and dry off your four-legged friends with the dog towels found at the property, and tuck into some home made cake from the generous welcome pack provided. Sit back in the living room, complete with a wood burner, or make the most of the views and relax in the oak conservatory. There is also use of a lovely enclosed garden, great for letting your furry friends and children let off some steam. Shop 3½ miles, pub 2½ mile, restaurant 2 miles.
Upper Close (UK10873) can be booked together with Offa’s Dyke Lodge (UK10835), Red Kite Lodge (UK32610), Middle Hanter (UK37355) and Larchwood Lodge (UK42917) to accommodate up to 30 guests.£425From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Aberhafesp, WalesSolitude is a stunning, spacious, large three-storey home, situated in the heart of rural mid Wales, with wonderful views from all angles over glorious countryside of the Severn Valley.
This detached home is perfect for year round holidays, family holidays, celebrations and occasions or to get friends together for a reunion.
The home is surrounded by lawns and gently sloping gardens and for the pleasure of visitors is a private, extra deep hot tub situated just off the secluded veranda, barbecue, garden furniture to seat all and a bike store, a separate games room with darts, air hockey/table tennis and a 7" pool table.
The area is very picturesque at all times of the year, and ever-changing with each season.
Newtown, 6 miles, is the closest large town and the closest local amenities from Solitude can be found at Caersws, 2½ miles. Here you will find a petrol station, emergency groceries, post office, butchers, hairdressers, fish and chip shop, three pubs that serve food, railway station and Mid Wales Art Centre.
Solitude makes an ideal base from which to explore mid Wales in any direction - the borders with England, the coast and further afield.
The whole area surrounding this beautiful home is a wonderland for adventure – with walking (Glyndwrs Way and Hafren Forest), cycling (from door), mountain biking trails, fishing (River Severn), clay pigeon shooting, quad biking and canoe hire within easy reach.
Some other tourist attractions include, Powys, Montgomery and Dolerw Castles, Welshpool and Llanfair Railway, Llyn Clyedog Dam, Lake Vwrnwy, Elan Valley and the Snowdonia National Park. These and others are noted in more detail in the ‘Welcome to Solitude’ book found in the property. Beach 38 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.£248From price per night based on 7 night stay