Dog-friendly Gwynedd
Home to the magnificent Snowdonia, Gwynedd is blessed with some of the most spectacular scenery in Wales. Beyond the beautiful mountains, woodlands and stunning seascapes is a wealth of wildlife, heritage and culture, all which begs to be explored by you and your canine companion.
- Blaenau Ffestiniog, WalesBursting 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.£74From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Dyffryn Ardudwy, WalesA 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.£64From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Harlech, WalesBod 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.£188From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Pwllheli, WalesThis lovely detached holiday property is in a rural location, on the Llŷn Peninsula, and a private gate from the garden takes you down to the beautiful little Porth Colmon harbour and beach, where lobster and crab can be bought in season and occasional visitors include dolphins and seals. With the Llŷn Coastal Path just along the lane, it’s a great place for walkers. The property itself is spacious and boasts a large conservatory with views over fields to the sea, with bay windows replaced in 2021. The village of Aberdaron is six miles away and the peaceful NT property of Plas yn Rhiw is well worth a visit. Major supermarkets will deliver. Seasonal shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Hafan can be booked together with Colman Bach (CC611031) and Porth Colmon Farmhouse (29856) to accommodate upto 16 guests.£81From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Pittenweem, WalesThis lovely holiday property is in a rural location, on the Llŷn Peninsula, and enjoys a stunning outlook over the dramatic sea and shoreline, boasting its own blissful hot tub. This detached, former farmhouse offers very comfortable and spacious accommodation, with the added benefit of parking for four cars and one boat. Sitting just a short stroll from the beautiful little Porth Colmon harbour and beach, with its own slipway belonging to the owner of the farmhouse, where small boats can be launched. In season, freshly caught lobsters and crabs can be purchased from the local fisherman and occasional visitors include dolphins and seals. A scenic cliff-top walk takes you to the uncrowded golden sands of Treath Penllach, a relatively unknown part of the Peninsula whilst the village of Aberdaron is 6 miles away. Lively Pwllheli, which offers shops, pubs and restaurants, 11 miles away. Beach 50 yards. Shop (seasonal) ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 3 miles.
Porth Colmon Farmhouse can be booked together with Colman Bach (CC611031) and Hafan (28081) to accommodate upto 16 guests.£81From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Caerdeon, WalesIn an enviable setting, within the Snowdonia National Park, and overlooking a mountain river, this lovely secluded barn conversion offers a warm welcome from the neighbouring owners. Together with its own enclosed garden, it is surrounded by beautiful landscaped grounds bisected by the River Dwynant. With a footpath on the doorstep, it is perfect for those that enjoy the outdoors. A sandy beach, shops, inns and restaurants can be found nearby at Barmouth. Harlech Castle and the championship golf course are 12 miles. Riding and fishing nearby. Shops, pubs and restaurants 3 miles.£81From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Caeathro, WalesJust a short distance from the historic town centre of Caernarfon and its varied attractions, including the majestic Caernarfon Castle, which has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestles The Old School, an attractive and well presented conversion of a former school into three delightful holiday cottages bursting with character and charm, and during the festive season, the property is decorated with a Christmas tree.
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This is an excellent location for walking and touring with the dramatic splendour of Snowdon and the lovely countryside of Anglesey and the Lleyn peninsula within a short drive. Llanberris, the village at the foot of Snowdon, is five miles away with the Snowdon mountain railway and the Welsh Slate Museum, a fascinating glimpse into the slate industry. For the more adventurous, north Wales’ Zip World velocity, the longest, fastest zip wire in the northern hemisphere is also easily accessible.
Eryri can be booked together with Snowdon (CC612060) and Yr Wyddfa (CC612062) to accommodate up to 16 guests.£84From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Llangwnnadl, WalesIn a rural location and gloriously positioned on the northern coast of the Llyn Peninsula, and enjoying a stunning outlook over the dramatic sea and shoreline, this detached, single storey holiday property boasts its own blissful hot tub, and offers very comfortable and spacious holiday accommodation. Refurbished with new windows and doors in 2021, it sits just a short stroll from the beautiful little Porth Colmon harbour and beach, where you can enjoy an occasional visit from the dolphins and seals. Small boats can be launched from the slipway which belongs to the owner and in season, freshly caught lobsters and crabs can be purchased from the local fisherman. A scenic cliff top walk takes you to the uncrowded golden sands of Traeth Penllech, a relatively unknown part of the peninsula. The village of Aberdaron is six miles away and lively Pwllheli with its shops, pubs and restaurants is 11 miles.
Colman Bach can be booked together with Porth Colmon Farmhouse (29856) and Hafan (28081) to accommodate upto 16 guests.£81From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Arthog, WalesTy Hir is located close to the beautiful Mawddach Estuary with its coastal trail and cycle path. There is direct access from the farm leading down to the golden sands of Fairbourne beach, great for families with small children or across the Victorian bridge to Barmouth. If you wish you can just relax, enjoy a spot of fishing nearby, or for the more energetic you can enjoy family walks in the idyllic scenery, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in Snowdonia National Park. The family-run pony trekking and equestrian centre on-site is just on the north side of the farm, away from our holiday cottages with menage Hire (arena), riders or complete beginners are catered for. Holiday stabling is available by arrangement should you wish to bring your own horse. Shop, Golf course, pub and restaurant ¾ mile . Cycle trails and Zip World, Bounce Below approx 45 min drive. Say hello to our Alpacas and Pygmy goats on site.£91From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Penrhyndeudraeth, WalesThis well presented three bedroom property is set on the hillside looking towards Harlech and the sea. The detached holiday property is just a short walk to Penrhyn station on the world famous Ffestiniog narrow gauge railway where you can hop on board the steam train down to the delightful harbour town of Porthmadog, or in the other direction on the spectacular journey to the former slate quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, now home to Zip World (the world’s largest zip wire zone) and Bounce Below, where the whole family can have fun on the underground trampoline nets! This property is also close to the quirky Italianate village of Portmeirion (where the 1960s TV show ’The Prisoner’ was filmed) built by Sir Clough Williams Ellis. Harlech, with its famous Edward I castle (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Snowdon itself, are all on your doorstep. There are many activities in the area from walks either on the coast or in the mountains, bird watching, horse riding or climbing, and there are also several golf courses nearby, one of which is 5 miles away. The glorious sandy beach at Black Rock Sands is 3 miles away in Morfa Bychan, and the Dwyryd Estuary is just 400 yards. Shops and pubs 400 yards.£61From price per night based on 7 night stay