Dog-friendly Gwynedd

This detached barn conversion, next to the owner’s home, offers a stunning position overlooking Cardigan Bay and estuary towards Portmeirion. This holiday property is ideal for families or couples wishing to explore the North Wales coastline and all the delights Snowdonia has to offer. It lies in Snowdonia National Park, and a lovely 30-minute walk leads from the house to the mountains and lakes. Nearby are Harlech Castle, the Welsh Highland Railway, Coed-y-Brenin Mountain Bike Centre, Go Ape and slate caverns at Llanfair and Blaenau. For great family fun, take a day trip to Zip World Titan and Bounce Below, located just 15 minutes away at Llechwedd quarries in Blaenau Ffestiniog. Easily reached are the Ffestiniog Railway at Porthmadog, Bala Lake, Betws-y-Coed and the Lleyn Peninsula. Golf in Harlech, riding nearby, beach 1 mile. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.

Two-night stay - Breakfast each morning - breakfast sausage for your dog - Seven-Course Tasting Menu - Two-course meal for two - Bottle of champagne - Little extras for your dog!

This delightful log cabin has been thoughtfully furnished to offer a cosy and welcoming feel, with enough room for all the family. On a covered veranda in the garden you will find the blissful hot tub, which offers the perfect place to relax at the end of the day, with views of the pleasant enclosed garden. Both bedrooms offer the flexibility of zip and link twin beds which can be made into super kingsize beds (on request). The owners have thoughtfully provided complimentary toiletries should you forget your own!
Bring your bucket and spade as the glorious sandy beach at Morfa Dyffryn is just a mile down the road and offers superb views over to the Rhinog Mountains. For the more adventurous, Zip World and Bounce Below at Blaenau Ffestiniog are a thrill seekers delight, whilst the famous Ffestiniog Railway and mighty Harlech Castle are also well worth a visit. From Barmouth, why not hire a bike and cycle across Barmouth Bridge and along the Mawddach Trail to Penmaenpool and Dolgellau? Beach 1 mile. Shops 300 yards, pubs and restaurants ½ mile.

Situated in the southern reaches of Snowdonia National Park, this charming, semi-detached cottage has been lovingly restored to provide spacious yet cosy holiday accommodation. Perfect for year round holidays and breaks, it is peacefully situated just a short stroll from the village inn and Rhydyronen station on the lovely Tanyllyn railway line. Just 2 miles away is Tywyn, with a good selection of shops, cafés and a lovely sandy beach, and fashionable and lively Aberdovey is just a little further round the coast. This is a superb location for enjoying lovely walks and cycling, with an abundance of wildlife and wonderful waterfalls to spot and enjoy. To the north of the village is Barmouth, start of the Mawddach Trail, which passes over Barmouth Bridge and follows the track bed of the old railway line along the Mawddach Estuary to Dolgellau. Beach 2 miles. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 200 yards.

This stylish two-storey semi-detached converted barn is in Dyffryn Ardudwy near Barmouth. Only 2-minutes drive from the beach, it is beautifully appointed and tastefully decorated offering the perfect retreat for couples looking to explore this beautiful part of North Wales. Relax on the sumptuous L-shaped leather sofa facing onto a Freeview TV with windows facing out towards the flowerbeds and the fields beyond. The kitchen is compact but well-equipped including a modern oven and hob as well as integral fridge and plenty of storage space. An attractive wooden breakfast bar separates the two areas. Upstairs, the sense of style and elegance continues with a large super kingsize bed, and the en-suite includes a large spacious and powerful shower. Outside there’s a small patio area where you can relax with a glass of wine. There is also a larger garden area, shared with two other cottages also sleeping 2 (refs UK6585 and UK6586), together with a shared hot tub offering fantastic views out over Cardigan Bay.
There are walks from the door and the amazing sandy beach at Morfa Dyffryn offers lovely coastal walks. You can visit Harlech with its impressive landmark Edward I castle (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) which towers over the town, or explore the seaside town of Barmouth – and why not hire a bike to explore the Mawddach Trail which runs over Barmouth Bridge and along the route of the old railway line along the estuary to Dolgellau? Beach 1 mile. Shop 300 yards, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Ideally located on the fringes of the coastal resort of Pwllheli, this delightful semi-detached, bungalow for two is within easy reach of fantastic visitor attractions, sandy beaches and lovely walks. The Lleyn Peninsula is renowned for its superb, unspoilt scenery and the location of Penlon means easy access to all corners. Pwllheli has an excellent selection of shops, bars and restaurants, and has a weekly market and a stunning beach which seems to go on for miles. Opportunities for walking, cycling and a myriad of outdoor pursuits are all easily accessible in the nearby Snowdonia National Park. Lively and fashionable Abersoch, just a short drive away, boasts a pretty harbour and excellent water sports facilities. Nearby you will also find Porthmadog, the starting point for the world famous Ffestiniog Railway, where you can enjoy scenic trips to the fascinating slate town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. Beach 1½ miles. Shop, pubs and restaurants 1 mile.

Perfect for couples, this romantic one bedroom semi-detached barn conversion, offers stylish accommodation with a shared hot tub in the grounds. It is immaculately decorated and filled with modern elegant furniture. The stable door opens into a spacious living room with leather furniture and Freeview TV. The breakfast bar separates the living area from the modern galley kitchen and a step down leads to the bedroom with its comfortable kingsize bed. The contemporary bathroom includes a large shower cubicle with power shower. Outside there’s a small patio area where you can relax with a glass of wine. There is also a larger garden area shared with two other cottages, also sleeping 2 (refs UK6584 and UK6585).
Barmouth is situated on the Mawddach Estuary and boasts lovely sandy beaches making this ideal for relaxing walks along the coast, cycling along the Mawddach Trail or discovering many sights and attractions. Castles can be found all over the area at Bala, Caenarfon and Harlech. If you like to get out in the fresh air, this is great walking country, why not tackle the peak of Cadair Idris? Bala Lake can be reached in under an hour and offers a host of watersports for an exhilarating day out. Beach 1 mile. Shop 300 yards, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Located in the coastal village of Fairbourne, this holiday property has a large lawned garden with great views of the mountains, yet is only a couple of minutes walk from the lovely, quiet, two-mile long sandy beach, over stones. Many of the area’s beaches are dog friendly and Fairlawns can accommodate up to 2 dogs. The property makes a great base for exploring the area. Take a trip on the little Fairbourne Railway out to the headland and cross the Mawddach Estuary by ferry, and visit Barmouth where you can try crabbing in the harbour, or stroll across the famous Barmouth Bridge. Imagine yourself climbing Cader Idris, exploring the ruins of Castell-y-Bere, or riding behind a steam engine on the friendly Talyllyn Railway and hopping off the train to explore the waterfalls at Dolgoch or Nant Gwernol. Visit the pretty market town of Dolgellau, go walking or mountain biking at Coed-Y-Brenin Forest Park, then relax in the garden with a glass of wine, watching the sun set.

Set within the Snowdonia National Park, this terraced stone cottage is perfectly located in the peaceful village of Llanuwchllyn at one end of Bala Lake. The largest natural lake in Wales, it is the perfect place for a spot of sailing, canoeing or even trout fishing.

Ideally located for year round holidays and a perfect cosy winter retreat with its wood burner, Enlli is just a short stroll to Llanuwchllyn railway station, home of the Bala Lake railway which offers a scenic journey along the shores of the lake to the lovely town of Bala 5 miles away. Here you will find a fine selection of restaurants, cafés, pubs and shops as well as a leisure centre with a swimming pool.

Snowdonia’s exhilarating outdoor activities and myriad of family attractions including castles, zip wires and narrow gauge railways are all within easy reach. As well as the breathtaking beauty of lake and mountains, the area also offers exciting white-water rafting, golf, cycling, excellent walking and the fabulous sandy beaches of the Cardigan Bay coast, just 23 miles away at Barmouth.

The village has a station café and a small shop situated within the village inn which is opposite the cottage, which welcomes dogs and also serves food. Beach 23 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 10 yards.