Dog-friendly Holidays in Wales
Journey to the heart of Wales with our tailored dog-friendly getaways. Select from an array of charming country houses, B&Bs, cottages, and lodges across all of the country’s regions. Secure your pet-friendly retreat now and discover the wonders of Wales alongside your beloved four-legged companion.
Aberhafesp, WalesThis fabulous property is located just outside Newtown and is surrounded by 360 degree views of the Mid Wales and borders rolling hills and mountains. This detached holiday home has everything that a family or group could need for their getaway, and is within a great location for those taking their pets on holiday as it has a large enclosed garden and a 2-acre field attached to the property. This property has a large entrance hallway, spectacular views from the conservatory, sleeps 8 guests over four bedrooms, with two of them boasting en-suite facilities, and one other bedroom with a shower. There is also a games room which enjoys a full-sized snooker table, and an additional room where your little ones can enjoy a play about on the Wii. Once your little ones have worn themselves out and are fast asleep in bed, spend an evening under the stars with your loved one, or friends, and immerse yourself in the private hot tub that sits in the garden, or even enjoy an al fresco supper, with the barbecue using the conservatory as a cover if necessary. Alternatively, on a cold winter’s evening, snuggle up in front of the roaring wood burner with a blanket and a hot chocolate, enjoying the picture window with those stunning views, whilst spending some well-needed time with your nearest and dearest.
Situated just 2 miles away from the historic town of Newtown, this is the perfect property for exploring all that this stunning local area has to offer. Green Lane Cottage is an ideal base from which to explore mid Wales in any direction - the borders with England, the coast and further afield. This property sits on the Severn Way Walk and can literally be picked up in the field attached to the cottage. Other outdoor activities include Glyndwrs Way and Hafren Forest, as well as walks and fishing along the River Severn, canoe hire, quad biking and mountain biking trails. Tourist attractions include Powys, Montgomery and Dolerw Castles, Welshpool and Llanfair Railway, Llyn Clyedog Dam, Lake Vwrnwy, Elan Valley and the Snowdonia National Park. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£226From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Swansea, WalesThis lovely terraced cottage has enough space for a large family, and has local amenities within walking distance. It is situated just outside Pyle, near Margam Park, with its lovely lakes, gounds and country walks, and close to the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet. There is a lot of history to discover here, including a Roman fort and castle, whilst Kenfig Nature Reserve, renowned for its bird watching, will also prove popular. Take the children for a day out to Porthcawl beach, which is less than 5 miles from the property, and enjoy the Welsh coastline. Located about 25 minutes’ drive from Cardiff, this property will cater for all holidaymakers, and has a large enclosed garden, perfect for those wanting to take their pets on holiday with them. Once you have explored the area, come back and relax in the living room with its crackling wood burner. Beach 5 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
WalesNestled down a no through road, this fabulous, detached, five bedroom property has open views of the countryside, and also boasts fishing rights on the river a short walk from the property. Laze on the south facing patio in the private hot tub and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. If you fancy getting away from it all then take a visit to the cinema room with a large sofa, 60" TV, surround sound, an access point for a Playstation 3, DVD player and a convenient drinks fridge. For those looking for some peace and tranquillity, make the most of the Arctic cabin in the garden and toast marshmallows over the fire pit. If you can tear yourself away, then the surrounding area is full of things to do, and lovers of the great outdoors will be spoilt for choice with the rugged Brecon Beacons within easy reach as well as Snowdonia National Park and the Shropshire Hills close by. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£196From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brecon, WalesTegfan is a warm and welcoming bungalow in the village of Llangenny, a short drive from the picturesque town of Crickhowell, nestling in the wonderful Usk Valley. Tegfan offers plenty of space for a family or group of friends and is all on one level. As you enter through the lovely conservatory, you will undoubtedly be struck by the amazing views of the Black Mountains; the eastern range of the Brecon Beacons National Park. There is also gorgeous view from the open plan kitchen and living room, and of course the spacious garden. The owner, who lives nearby, has thoughtfully furnished and equipped the bungalow, and it offers spacious accommodation, with three bedrooms, a bathroom and additional walk in wet room, ideal for anyone less mobile.
Within the nearby Georgian town of Crickhowell, you will find a high street reflecting the character of a long lost era. John Evans described it as the "Glittering Jewel of the Vale" in his 19th-century book, ’The Garden of Wales’. Here, there are friendly independent shops and businesses selling local produce and products. There is also a wide selection of places to eat, from pubs and cafés to restaurants and a bistro. The remains of a 13th-century castle still stand in the town, whilst the Iron Age hillfort of Crug Hywel, better known as Table Mountain, looks down upon the town from the flanks of Pen Cerrig-calch to the north. The Beacons Way, which passes through the town, will take you steeply up there, although there plenty of more leisurely walks available, including beside the River Usk or along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal in nearby Llangattock. The Crickhowell Walking Festival has become very well-established in recent years, or you might also want to catch the town’s Dragon Festival or the Green Man Music Festival in the Brecon Beacons.
There are events and activities in the area all year round, including festivals of food and drink, jazz and stargazing (the Beacons are an International Dark Skies Reserve). Adrenalin packed adventures nearby include caving, climbing, paragliding, cycling, horse riding and boating on Llangorse lake. A 30-minute drive will bring you to the Big Pit National Coal Museum, where you can go underground as the coalminers did, or visit the dinosaurs and show caves at Dan-yr-Ogof.
Check out the lovely towns of Brecon, Abergavenny, Monmouth and Usk, or visit Wales’ capital, Cardiff, which is an easy 60-minute drive. The city offers a startling range of unique attractions, top class entertainment and quality shopping. Fans of the cult show will enjoy a visit to the Dr Who Experience. Whatever your interest and whether you choose a short break or a longer stay, Tegfan will provide you with the perfect homely base to enjoy this wonderful part of Wales. Shop 1¼ mile, pub and restaurant 300 yards.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Llandrindod Wells, WalesIf you fancy sitting in the hot tub with a glass of fizz and taking in the views of the countryside and the animals on this farm, then this property is for you. Dolview is a two bedroomed bungalow, adjacent to the owner’s home, in the village of Pen-y-Bont, offering open plan living space and great views of the Welsh countryside. Take a wander to the local village, which offers shops, a pub and restaurant. If you are a keen golfer, then the nearest course is 5 miles away. The Victorian spa town of Llandrindod Wells has plenty to offer in the way of amenities, and has a beautiful lake for that sunny afternoon walk. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£56From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Swansea, WalesEnjoy a relaxing break at Ty Howton, perched on the edge of this picturesque valley just outside the leafy village of Craig Cefn Parc (meaning ‘Rock Ridge Park’). With commanding views and walking and bird watching, this is the perfect location for family and friends to explore the wonders of South West Wales, mid-way between the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park and the spectacular Gower Peninsula (justifiably Britain’s first Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), famed for its award-winning beaches and dramatic landscapes.
Ty Howton is a tastefully renovated, detached bungalow offering a very good finish throughout. It has been thoughtfully appointed with an open-plan kitchen and dining area where you can enjoy a special family meal. The spacious living room, with its focal wood burner, provides the perfect place in which to relax and unwind after a busy day. On fine summer days, light the barbecue and enjoy some al fresco dining whilst taking in the panoramic views of the valley below.
With a choice of footpaths from your doorstep you might wish, on certain days, to travel no further than your feet will take you. The Cwm Clydach RSPB Nature Reserve is within easy walking distance from Ty Howton and is a must for wildlife enthusiasts. If you’re lucky you might spot a grey wagtail, a dipper or even an otter as you follow the course of the river along the valley floor. The local pub is an inviting place where you can enjoy a mid-walk meal or pint.
Further afield, a scenic drive northwards over moorland leads to the stunning Towy Valley with its majestic castles, meandering river and the charming, picture postcard town of Llandeilo, 17 miles. Waterfall Country in the Neath Valley is also well worth a visit. With easy access to the motorway, Ty Howton is conveniently located for day trips to Cardiff, 45 miles, Penclacwydd Wildfowl and Wetlands Centre, 12 miles, the National Botanic Garden of Wales, 20 miles, Carmarthenshire, or the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.
Ty Howton is a fantastic base for discovering all that the area has to offer whether you are seeking relaxation or adventure! There are ample opportunities in the locality for surfing, kayaking and climbing on the Gower, or mountain biking at the world class Afan Forest Park, 17 miles, Bike Park Wales, 35 miles, or Bike Brechfa, 30 miles. The Liberty Stadium is 7 miles away, the city centre, 8.5 miles and Mumbles 11 miles. Gower beaches 11-25 miles. Shop and pub ½ mile, restaurant 1 mile.£85From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brecon, WalesThis gorgeous, semi-detached cottage, situated in the village of Llangattock, overlooking the River Usk, has been restored to a high standard with your comfort in mind. The ground floor of the property compromises a large kitchen and an open plan living/dining room with a wood burner. Upstairs you will find three lovingly furnished bedrooms, one with the added benefit of en-suite facilities, as well as a family bathroom. The outside of the property has an enclosed garden with lawned area, as well as a patio area complete with a private Jacuzzi. There is also a barbecue and for those who enjoy cooking there is a pizza oven. Adjacent to the garden you will find a garage to store bikes and any outdoor equipment. This is also used as a games room and features a table tennis table, pool table and dart board and two arcade games. There is a hot outdoor shower near the hot tub.
Honeycott lies within walking distance of the historic town of Crickhowell, named the 2019 ’best place to live in Wales’ by the Sunday Times, and also ’best high street in Britain’ 2018. There is an array of amenities there including boutiques, coffee shops and restaurants. For those who enjoy music festivals, Crickhowell is home to the Green Man during August. The town of Abergavenny is 6 miles away and there you will find some fine dining restaurants, including the Michelin-starred Walnut Tree Inn and The Hardwick Restaurant owned by chef Stephen Terry. The town is host to the annual food festival in September. Brecon is just 14 miles away from Honeycott and has lots of places of interest to visit such as the Welsh Regimental Museum and Brecon Cathedral, and it is also home to a jazz festival every August. For those wanting to explore the area on foot, Pen Y Fan, South Wales’ highest peak, offers great opportunities. Sugar Loaf Mountain also nearby and is the southernmost of the peaks in the Black Mountain Range. Whatever you decide to do whilst on your holiday, Honeycott will be sure to provide the perfect home from home feel. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£225From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
WalesThis fabulous detached barn conversion has been renovated to a very high standard and has five en-suite bedrooms, one being on the ground floor. Comfort is a priority, with the property being furnished to a very high quality throughout. The living room has a wood burner and the spacious kitchen/dining room enjoys spectacular views of the open countryside. There is underfloor heating throughout and a convenient utility/boot room offers the ideal place for cleaning and drying off your dogs after a long walk.
The property, accessed via a farm track, is set on a working sheep farm within the village of Llanwrthwl, which lies on the River Wye, south of the market town of Rhayader. A visit to the Elan Valley to see the dams and reservoirs is recommended, where you can take in some stunning scenery and wildlife, including an abundance of red kites. Cyclists can enjoy the many cycle routes in the area, including some of the best routes in the UK, along with a pump track in Rhayader. Rhayader town has an array of cafés and shops to browse around, and there is also the visitor centre at Elan Valley, which serves food and drink as well as offering plenty of information about the area.
The spa town of Llandrindod Wells is 10 miles from the property, whilst the market town of Builth Wells is a little further on. The latter is home to the Royal Welsh Showground which hosts many different shows and events throughout the year. Shop 1 mile, restaurant and pub 5 miles.£131From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Llandrindod Wells, WalesThis spacious, detached bungalow, accessed by a farm track, is a great size for those larger families, with a large kitchen/dining room, living room and conservatory. Nestled in the countryside just outside Howey, this property, set on a working farm, and is great for those wanting to explore the local area. The garden overlooks the fields of sheep, fabulous in the spring time as all the lambs will be jumping around the fields. The garden is enclosed, perfect for those wanting to bring their four legged friends (please note dogs must be on a lead at all times when walking across the land due to the livestock). There are footpaths running through the farm for guests to explore.
The property is just 3 miles from Llandrindod Wells and Builth Wells, home to the Royal Welsh Showground which hosts many events throughout the year. Visit the lakes in Llandrindod Wells, walk around the park and enjoy the scenery. For those with children, Quackers Play Centre is only a couple of miles from the property, whilst the the National Cycle Museum in Llandrindod Wells is well worth a visit. For those wanting to go further afield, then the Elan Valley is approximately 10 miles away, where there are plenty of walks/cycle trails to explore, along with fabulous dams. There are golf courses in Llandrindod Wells and Builth Wells and horse riding is available within 10 miles from the villa. After all that exploring, come back to the property and relax in the hot tub with a glass of something special. Shop and restaurant 3 miles, pub 2 miles.£70From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brecon, WalesThis lovely cottage is right on the edge of the Brecon Beacons in Waterfall Country with access from the doorstep directly into the countryside. Visiting Sgwd Yr Eira Waterfall is a fantastic way to spend a day exploring with or without your pets, with fabulous views en-route of the open countryside, be sure to take a jacket as you can walk right behind the waterfall. Pen y Fan, the highest mountain in South Wales is less than a 30-minute drive from the property. En-route you can pop into the Penderyn distillery to see how award-winning whisky and gin is produced, you could also follow on to the historic town of Brecon with its cathedral and Regimental Museum of The Royal Welsh, or simply have a wander around the art gallery and enjoy some coffee and cake.
For those adrenaline junkies looking for some excitement, Bike Park Wales is approximately a 30-minute drive north from the property and Afan Forest Mountain Bike Trails are 30-minutes south with masses of trails for mountain bike enthusiasts. If you tire of the mountains you are never far from the sea either with Aberavon Beach less than 20 miles away and the famous Gower Peninsula only 30 miles away. The National Show Caves for Wales are a short drive from the property and make a fantastic day out with three of the largest caves to experience, the kids will also love the dinosaur feature they have. Almost directly across the road you will find Craig Y Nos Castle and the attached country park which was formally owned by opera signer Adelina Patti. If you are looking for some retail therapy the property is perfectly located only 13 miles from the historic market town of Neath and 20 miles from Swansea, both of which have traditional indoor markets. Cardiff is also easily reachable within an hours drive, or by train from Neath station. The cottage is within easy walking distance of the village center with it’s choice of four welcoming public houses serving hot meals. This home from home is a fabulous base to come back to after a day out exploring the area. Beach 20 miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 800 yards.£62From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
