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.
Llanon, Wales
5.00Perfect for a large family gathering or celebration, Oswald House offers spacious and stylish accommodation for a splendid holiday. The vast kitchen and dining space is the social hub of the home and large bi-fold doors open up onto the outside space with a superb hot tub and barbecue; the ideal spot for relaxing in after a busy day sightseeing. Situated in the village of Llanon with a pub and shops within walking distance, this holiday home is the perfect base for immersing yourself in all that the area has to offer. With a superb mix of coast and countryside, Ceredigion is a large and beautiful place to visit. Award-winning beaches, perfect coves, iconic castles and pretty harbours make days out by car or on foot along the 60 miles of Heritage coastline a must. This region inspired Dylan Thomas to write some of his finest poetry. It is framed by the Cambrian Mountains, known as the backbone of Wales, and is so rich in wildlife, legends and fascinating landscapes. Look out for birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards soaring high above, and dolphins or seals in the waters. Drive along the Plynlimon Mountains, through the Tywi Forest or visit the impressive Abergwesyn Pass, and marvel at the solitude.
For a truly authentic Welsh family holiday experience, this is the area to be. The locals are justifiably proud of this region with its rich local folklore which tells of tricking the devil, mermaids, shipwrecked kings and princesses, and even an explanation of why gulls sound as if they’re crying. The little gems of Georgian Aberaeron, historic Cardigan, salty New Quay, traditional Tregaron and Lampeter are waiting to be explored. To the south, the coves of Mwnt, Cwmtydu, Penbryn, Tresaith – which resemble illustrations from books about pirates, are all within easy reach. To the north, around Aberystwyth and Borth, there are vast stretches of sand. Food plays a big part in the experience of Ceredigion, and a wide choice is to be found in the shops, restaurants and cafés offering regional products and ingredients such as the world beating Teifi Valley cheeses, the ubiquitous Welsh cakes, bara brith and of course, some spectacularly good seafood from the coast.
No visit to the area would be complete without a ride on the steam railway. From the coast at Aberystwyth, watch the scenery change whilst travelling through ancient woodland and rugged mountain scenery, with the line clinging to the hillside to reach Devil’s Bridge, home of the famous Mynach Falls and Devil’s Punchbowl. Come and escape to this magnificent area and let Oswald House be your home for a holiday to remember!
Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 600 yards. This property can be booked together with Ty Fynnon (HW7601) and Oswald Lodge (HW7804) to accommodate larger groups.£219From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Pembroke, Wales 5.00Situated on the banks of the river estuary in the historic town of Pembroke, this well presented, detached holiday cottage provides an ideal touring base for a family or couples looking for adventure in beautiful Pembrokeshire. The heart of the town is on your doorstep offering traditional Welsh pubs, cafés, gift shops and an iconic Norman castle, famous for the birthplace of King Henry VII. The area abounds with fantastic walks around the Castles Mill pond, and Bosherton’s Lily ponds is just a 15-minute drive away, with its idyllic setting perfect for bird watching and fishing, where otters can be spotted on a clear day! Spend your days exploring the sandy beaches, including Broadhaven and Barafundle Bay, or take a trip to the bustling tourist town of Tenby and take a boat ride over to Caldey Island, which continues the traditions of the Cistercian monks. For a family day out, visit award-winning leisure parks, including Oakwood, Bluestone and Folly Farm, home to Wales’ very own colony of giraffes. Ideal for golf. Horse riding nearby. Shops, pubs and restaurants 100 yards.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Haverfordwest, WalesA charming barn conversion with a small, pretty, walled courtyard garden tucked away down a quiet lane in the heart of the historic walled town of Pembroke and within a short drive of the beautiful South Pembrokeshire Heritage Coast.
Comfortable, warm and well equipped, the cottage is ideal for all year-round holidays and has a ground floor bedroom as well as two bedrooms on the first floor which have oak floors, beamed ceilings and radiators providing central heating.
The ground floor is Travertine marble with underfloor heating throughout. The spacious kitchen is extremely well equipped, there is a cosy living room as well as a sun room which opens onto the garden where there is a separate external games room housing a pool table, dart board and table tennis table- great fun for all the family.
South Pembrokeshire is often referred to as ’little England beyond Wales’. The locals speak English, place names are English and yet the area is surrounded by Welsh speakers on all sides even in north Pembrokeshire! During the 12th century Henry I allowed a number of Flemish to settle in the area and they were soon joined by English settlers. The Flemish and English languages were similar at the time. This led to the extinction of Welsh in the area.
Pembroke is an historic town with its magnificent Norman Castle set high on a ridge between two tidal inlets and is famous as the birthplace of Henry VII and the Tudor Dynasty. Visitors are rewarded with a fascinating insight into the medieval lifestyle.
There are scenic walks nearby including one around the picturesque mill pond with its resident swans, herons and ducks. The high street, lined with predominantly Georgian buildings has a variety of restaurants, cafés (including an award-winning fish & chip restaurant), shops, pubs and antique centres and is within a 5-minute stroll. Pets welcome.£119From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Abersoch, WalesIn a lovely quiet location, Goleufryn is split over three buildings grouped around a pretty garden, just on the outskirts of Abersoch on the Llyn Peninsula, and has distant sea views. The main house sleeps ten and has a spacious living room with a dining room and full kitchen where everybody can gather together. The Barn sleeps four, has a large living room and kitchenette together with two bedrooms, and The Annexe sleeps four in one bedroom and also has a fantastic games room to keep the whole family occupied.
There are walks from the door, and the pretty village of Abersoch is a short distance away, providing a range of shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants. There are three beaches to choose from too, the long sandy Warren Beach, small and sheltered Porth Bach, and sandy Porth Ceiriad including backed by high cliffs. There’s also the surfers favourite at nearby Hell’s Mouth. Abersoch itself is well-known as one of the most popular sailing venues in North Wales, but it also makes an ideal base for exploring the area. Visit the lovely National Trust owned beach at Llanbedrog with its multi-coloured beach huts, and call in to see the ever-changing art exhibitions at Plas Glyn-y-Weddw. Take a trip from Aberdaron to visit Bardsey Island off the tip of the Llyn Peninsula, or take a trip into the Snowdonia National Park on the Welsh Highland Railway, visit the quirky Italianate village of Portmeirion, or conquer mighty Caernarfon Castle, built by Edward I and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£288From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Barmouth, WalesSituated just 1¼ miles from the town of Barmouth with its range of pubs, cafés, individual shops and entertainment for all the family, this lovely detached bungalow enjoys an enviable location.
Enter through the entrance hall, leading to the large living area with its cosy wood burner and patio doors leading to the garden. The open plan kitchen/dining room is well-equipped with all the appliances you could need for a home-from-home stay, and also features a large dining table, great for socialising whilst the chef in the family prepares a hearty meal.
The utility room room has a washing machine, tumble dryer and rear entrance for those with muddy boots, and there is an outside tap where you can wash your wellies off. The property boasts a games room, with a TV, PlayStation 4, football table, chess and other board games. This room leads to a spacious bedroom sleeping three on a bunk bed (with a double on the bottom and a single on the top). On this floor there is also a kingsize bedroom. Upstairs on the first floor are three further bedrooms, two double (one with an en-suite) and a twin bedroom.
Outside, the large front garden with patio area offers a great place for some al fresco dining, along with a fabulous view. To the rear and side of the property are woodland grounds, some of which is steep and has steep drops – please supervise all children when playing in the woodland area. There are floodlights situated on each corner of the property so if you arrive in the dark you will be able to see all of the grounds.
There are lots of walks to be had in the local area. You can walk along Barmouth viaduct and down the delightful Mawddach Trail, which runs alongside the Mawddach Estuary, to the pretty town of Dolgellau along the course of an old railway line. From Barmouth you can explore the coastline by train too. Head north to Harlech with its magnificent castle, brooding over the village, whilst to the south is Llwyngwril, home to an annual Yarnbombing project. Further south is Tywyn, home of the Talyllyn Railway, where you can enjoy a ride on a narrow gauge steam train into the hills to Nant Gwernol. Above Barmouth is Dinas Oleu, the first part of land to be given to the National Trust and the views are well worth the steep climb. If you’re into adrenaline activities, be sure to visit Blaenau Ffestiniog and Zip World, home to the largest zip wire zone in the world, and Bounce Below, the only place you are ever likely to bounce on trampoline nets in an underground slate cavern the size of St Paul’s Cathedral. Beach 2 miles. Shop, restaurant 2 miles and pub 1 mile.£194From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Porthmadog, WalesThe real stand out feature in this property is the cinema room, with seating for everyone to relax and enjoy a movie in front of the 100 inch projector screen, this room also doubles up as a playroom. A separate games room with multi-functional 7ft games table for pool and air hockey, and a separate foosball table. The game/cinema rooms can be found in the annex above the garage - Please note that elderly, small children and those with limited mobility may need assistance and support with some of the stairs. This leisure area is accessed through the courtyard area of the property and also houses a ground floor accessible bedroom and wet room. Whilst this bedroom is accessible, the main house ground floor does have a couple of steps to navigate, blocks to make a ramp will be available. Please note the doorways into the main house measure 80cm in width. The main house has a separate lounge with ample comfy seating and warming log burner perfect for those chillier evenings. A fully equipped kitchen and dining room with space for all the family to sit and enjoy an evening meal. The bedrooms have been stylishly furnished in a boutique style with quality mattresses and furnishings.
Porthmadog is a busy harbour town, home to the Welsh Highland Steam Railway. Within easy reach is Black Rock Sands where you’ll find miles of sweeping sands and dunes, and Portmeirion, an enchanting Italian-style village. A short drive is Harlech with its imposing Castle and extensive beach. Nearby Blaenau Ffestiniog, an adrenaline junkie’s delight with Zip World, the largest zip wire zone in the world, Bounce Below, where you can bounce on trampoline nets deep underground in an old slate cavern, and the Stiniog mountain bike trails. The area has something for everyone of all ages, from scenic walking routes, bike trails, epic climbing, to a whole host of water sports on offer. Beach 1 mile. Pub and restaurant 100 yards.£211From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saundersfoot, WalesSome parts of the cottage are detailed in history and formerly part of the stables of Carew Castle. This cottage comes from a happy family home for over 30 years. The owners have successfully retained the character and charm of the cottage combining modern touches which reflect their personal taste.
Step inside to enjoy the ambience, design and history within the old walls. You sure will be smitten with the design of the interior. Walk through the vestibule, take a step into the games room which is an attractive room featuring exposed stone walls with table tennis and a sofa area. A joyful living room combining bright colours with traditional features. During the chillier evenings, enjoy the toasty wood burner which is housed in the inglenook fireplace. Your glances will be drawn towards the attractive windows right by the dining room. Take a short walk up three steps to be joined by an airy dining room flooded with natural light through the featured atrium. Enjoy some time together around the large pine table, or through the Georgian styled doors that lead to a patio area, perfect for breakfasts in the Pembrokeshire air. Its traditional cottage kitchen has exposed beams and is full of character including reclaimed slate worktops, a rustic wooden island and shelves filled with artefacts, crockery and utensils. Peep through the shuttered window to the open garden. Climb the feature spiral staircase to the three appointed en-suite bedrooms in the presence of beams and traditional wooden floors. Wooden furniture and doors with thumb latches take you back in time, but with the high-quality beds adorned with cotton linen and furnishings perfect for a restful night’s sleep.
The enclosed grounds provide a tranquil retreat, a lawned area in the shade of the large apple tree, which has spectacular views of Carew Castle. Ideal spot for an afternoon Pimms. A short walk from the cottage is the river dominated by the 13th-century castle, which has a busy programme of pageants and re-enactments during the summer months. Lawrenny Quay is one of the most scenic stretches of the estuary, providing a tranquil location for boaters and walkers alike. Just a short walk to the Waterside pub where you can enjoy a drink, and which boasts a spacious beer garden with splendid views over the water towards Carew Castle and serves freshly prepared food and fine ales. The multi-award winning tea room nearby enjoys a unique setting on the point at Lawrenny Quay offering local produce including lobster and crab - a great place to watch the yachts go by.£121From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Preseli Hills, WalesA well-presented bungalow situated in the coastal town of Newport, Pembrokeshire. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Fishguard 7.3 miles; Cardigan 12.2 miles.£92From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
The Old Vicarage is nestled peacefully within the township of Laugharne. This magnificent Grade II listed Georgian house has been sympathetically restored, enabling the property to retain all of its original attractive features including stone walls, slate and original tiled flooring im some rooms, high ceilings. Welcoming touches have been added such as a wood burner and new Oak flooring to provide a wonderful ambience for cosy nights in.
This charming former vicarage dating back to the 1800’s offers the perfect holiday base for families or groups who are looking to explore the rugged coastline and enchanted sites of west Wales, whilst enjoying an elegant and luxurious home with the added bonus of a private hot tub where you can enjoy star gazing into the night. Enjoy a stroll down onto the Grist where you can see Laugharne Castle, the estuary and enjoy spotting lots of wildlife and birdlife. Alternatively, stroll out to Ginst Point where you can reach 6 miles of golden sands at Pendine beach, made famous by the land speed record achieved here. Within this picture postcard township you can enjoy a plethora of eateries and pubs with locally brewed ales. Follow the steps of Dylan Thomas and visit his writing shed and the Browns Hotel which he frequented.
Each room offers something new to discover, from the snug perfect for a cosy rest in front of the wood burner, to a TV room on the lower ground floor with exposed stone and original salting slabs. Share a hearty family meal and enjoy the grandeur of the elegant dining room where you can open the French doors onto your terrace to dine al-fresco, then curl up in the living room in front of the fire whilst the children are watching a movie downstairs. Each bedroom has plenty of space and has been lovingly furnished to provide a superb night’s sleep, all bedrooms are ensuite with the exception of one that has access to the separate family bathroom with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Outside, guests can relax in their private hot tub on the terrace, where you can unwind after spending days out on adventures, it’s a real sun trap here too!
South Pembrokeshire’s top beaches are accessible within a 15-minute drive. A trip to Tenby is fun for all the family, with a selection of sandy beaches, shops, cafés and restaurants. The theme parks of Heatherton World of Adventure and Oakwood Theme Park are a great day out, or for younger families take a trip to Folly Farm Zoo, all within 40 minutes’ drive. Beach 1 mile. Shop 250 yards, pub and restaurant 40 yards.£241From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tenby, WalesLocated in a tranquil location, yet close to every amenity, Meadow Farm is perfect for a family holiday in Tenby. A pet-friendly hotel with magnificent sea views is within a short walk. The stylish, well-appointed, light, and airy accommodation offers a practical, tasteful space for family and friends alike wishing to escape to this magnificent part of the Pembrokeshire Coast. Pack a picnic and wander down to the beach for the day or explore the Coastal Path, which is just about on the doorstep. The games room with large Smart TV & Xbox 1 (games not included) is an ideal space for children when they are not playing in the enclosed garden.
The property exudes the warmth of the very hospitable owners who have thought of every detail for a welcoming, comfortable stay, including a travel cot, highchair, baby changing mat and toddler toilet seat for your little ones. Relax in the large, comfortable corner sofa and warm up with the 3-sided electric fire in the media wall after a day in the fresh Pembrokeshire air, watching a movie on the large Smart TV or playing games together in blissful time away.
On the first floor, the comfortable, beautifully decorated bedrooms, high-quality bed linen, and quality mattresses assure a good night’s sleep. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is the chef’s delight, with an under the counter fridge, full height fridge/frezer, Miele dishwasher, Delonghi coffee machine, 32 bottle wine cooler and even enjoying sea views in the distance. Under the starry skies relax with a glass of wine on the decking area in perfect peace. The perfect way to end the perfect day.
With so much to do at your fingertips, you will be spoilt for choice for things to do, beach days, boat trip to Caldey Island, nearby is the pretty seaside town of Saundersfoot, with safe sandy beach. Lots of family fun waiting in Folly Farm, Oakwood, Heatherton, and Blue Lagoon at Bluestone.£131From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
