Wales is home to three National Parks, three World Heritage Sites, Britain's smallest city and world-class male voice choirs. Considering this wonderful country's compact size, it's crammed full of great things for you and your dog to enjoy on your next self-catering holiday!
Perfect for long walks, the Welsh coast is fringed with miles of award-winning, safe, sandy beaches, where dolphins can be glimpsed playing offshore and coastal paths offer spectacular sea views. Head inland and you will find lush countryside peppered with historic treasures and villages with tongue-twisting names and friendly pubs and cafes serving lush home cooking!
After a busy day exploring, you’ll want a holiday cottage with all the comforts of home – check out our range of dog-friendly holiday homes in Wales below.
2,429 properties found
Llandysul, Mid Wales
8 4 3 Yes
Come together with friends and family in this spacious country home amongst the breathtaking landscape of West Wales. You’ll have endless walking opportunities from your front door, and for shopping and eating out, the market town of Llandysul is 3.5 miles away. At the end of the day, take in your surroundings at a family BBQ on the patio or enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub. The detached holiday home has a contemporary style, and large windows frame rural views and bathe each room in natural light. A cosy lounge provides the perfect place to relax, watching a movie on the Smart TV in the glow of the wood burner. From here, an open doorway leads to the vast kitchen/diner, with everything needed to cater for a large group. Gather around the wooden dining table for memorable mealtimes with countryside views and, in summer months, throw open the French doors to extend the social space to the patio. Completing the ground floor is a double bedroom, shower room, and utility room. The remaining bedrooms are upstairs, one of which has an en-suite shower room. A stylish family bathroom is also on the first floor. Outside, dine alfresco on the patio, or climb the steps to the relaxing hot tub boasting far-reaching views. There is a large lawn where children can play, as well as a spot of star-gazing in the evening. Llandysul is a small market town, steeped in Welsh history and culture. You’ll find a good range of eateries serving delicious regional produce, and shops and galleries showcasing local talent. The River Teifi, which flows through Llandysul, is renowned as a hotspot for salmon and trout fishing, and keen anglers can obtain permits within the town. For a day at the seaside, journey 14 miles to Aberporth. The village has two family-friendly, sandy beaches, and some spectacular clifftop walks along the Ceredigion Coast Path.
Weekly prices from £817.00
Swansea, Pembrokeshire and the South
8 4 2 Yes
Gather friends or family at this stunning Gower retreat, just 300 metres from a glorious sandy beach. Dog friendly, it has four gorgeous bedrooms – one on the ground floor – plus stylish social spaces and a large enclosed garden. A great choice for a multi-generational getaway. Located in beautiful Oxwich Bay, this fabulous detached property sits within well-tended gardens, with a spacious driveway to the front. Step into the hallway and you’ll be greeted by the warm hues of natural wood and stone, and stunning features that continue through double doors into the beautiful lounge where there’s an exposed stone fireplace, a wood burner and a beamed ceiling. A TV and gaming station adds home-from-home entertainment to evenings here, while French doors allow easy access to the rear garden. Also off the hallway is a chic open-plan kitchen/diner housing every self-catering essential alongside an on-trend dining area with additional seating. French doors lead to the rear garden and there is also a handy utility room with laundry equipment. A king-size bedroom and a separate cloakroom complete the ground floor. Upstairs, there’s a master super-king-size bedroom with a lovely en-suite shower room and, along the landing, two further rooms, both with twin zip-and-link beds which can be made up as super-king-size beds on request. A luxury family bathroom with a bath and a separate shower completes the comfort and convenience for all. The large, enclosed rear garden, bordered by marshland, has lots of space for children and dogs to dash around, plus a patio, BBQ and a wonderful breeze house where an overhead heater means you can stay snug well into the night. It’s just a 300-metre level walk to Oxwich Bay, where the stunning beach has golden sands and dunes, and is dog-friendly. There are restaurants right on the beach, and a village store, tea room and takeaway for all your other essentials. To explore further afield, Mumbles (10 miles) has hand-made crafts, luxury boutiques, a Norman castle and enticing eateries while Swansea, the second-largest city in Wales, is 12 miles away.
Weekly prices from £1,175.00
Bala, Snowdonia and North Wales
8 4 3 Yes
Sink into the bubbling hot tub beneath the stars and admire views of the lake, which sits at the bottom of the garden during your stay in this four-bed property with wooden beamed ceilings. Spend your days exploring Snowdonia National Park and enjoy scenic dog walks in the countryside. Enter the detached country house through the porch into the homely kitchen with dark granite worktops and wooden cabinets. After rustling up a meal for your loved ones, gather in the lounge/diner while soaking up the lake views. You can also snuggle up on the sofa in front of the TV after a day of exploring. Additional seating can be found in the main lounge on the lower ground floor, which boasts wooden beamed ceilings, a warming wood burner and three plump sofas to snuggle up on in front of the TV. Set across the two floors are two family bathrooms and four bedrooms – a super-king-size with an en-suite, two twin rooms and one king-size. There is also a convenient utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer. Outside, you’ll find expansive grounds, shared with neighbouring properties, a private hot tub and a lake. While away your time in the Welsh countryside during your stay near the town of Bala (3 miles). Here, you’ll find cosy cafes and pubs, independent shops and Wales’s largest natural lake. Visit the hidden Pstyll Rhaeadr waterfall (19 miles) and challenge yourself with a hike to the top of Aran Fawddwy mountain peak (16 miles). Take your four-legged friends for a stroll around Coed y Brenin Forest Park (26 miles) and stop at historical landmarks like Ffynnon Eidda and Ysbyty Ifan (19 miles) and Cwm Prysor Viaduct (15 miles).
Weekly prices from £1,067.00
Llandudno, Snowdonia and North Wales
8 4 2 Yes
Indulge in a sumptuous stay at this splendid period holiday home in Llandudno. Sleeping eight guests, the impressive, four-bedroom villa has been beautifully renovated and makes an exceptional base for family members or friends wishing to explore North Wales as a group. With a gorgeous garden and private hot tub, it is the perfect place to unwind together. Situated just 0.5 miles from the beach, it is also ideal for days on the sand and swimming in the sea. Step inside via the hall and head straight down to the beautiful kitchen/diner to unpack the fresh seafood you have bought in Llandudno. Open the doors in this chic space in the summer so everyone can step outside. Watch the Smart TV and gather round the table for celebratory meals. There is also a utility room here. Take a bottle of wine or cup of tea through to the lounge to play games or watch the Smart TV together. Amble through to the snug instead to chat in front of a roaring open fire. When you are ready to lay your head on your pillow, climb the stairs to the sumptuous first-floor bedrooms. These include a super-king-size, a double, a twin and a bunk bedroom, all of which have TVs. There is also a family bathroom and a family shower room at the house. Spend as much time as possible out in the leafy garden. Dine out here and bubble in the hot tub after your days out. Wander attractive Llandudno, admiring its architecture and strolling along the seafront and pier. Browse in the shops and dine out in a broad choice of restaurants. Walk or take the tram up to the summit of the Great Orme to soak up the magnificent views. You can also take a cable car ride.
Weekly prices from £1,092.00
Llanybydder, Mid Wales
8 5 2 Yes
Bubble in the hot tub, bask in the sunshine and gaze out across the rolling West Wales countryside when you stay at this former farmhouse. Sleeping eight guests, the five-bedroom rural retreat makes an exceptional choice for anyone seeking a larger property to share with family or friends. Situated at Brynteg, 3.5 miles from Llanbydder, it is well positioned for mountain and forest walks as well as day trips to the beautiful Bae Ceredigion coastline. Enter the house via the generous hall and then amble through to the lounge. Settle in here in front of the Smart TV or while away your evenings playing games together. Make cups of tea to enjoy with Welsh cakes through in the kitchen/diner or whip up hearty feasts for everyone to sit down to. There is also a single bedroom, a utility room and a family shower room downstairs. At the end of each fun-filled day, climb the stairs up to the other bedrooms on the first floor. These include three super-king-sizes, two of which can also be arranged as twins if discussed at booking. There is also another single bedroom and a family bathroom. Step outside to relax on the decking and fire up the hot tub. Grill dinner on the BBQ, play games with the children on the lawn and sit around the fire pit as the stars appear. Make a picnic, grab your walking boots and venture 8.5 miles to the picturesque Brechfa Forest. Explore Llandysul, 7 miles away, where you can follow a town trail, walk beside the river and take a tour of a gin and whisky distillery. Plan a day out to the seaside at Aberaeron, 17 miles away, to swim in the sea, stroll along the sand and look out for dolphins and porpoises in the waves.
Weekly prices from £742.00
Denbigh, Snowdonia and North Wales
8 4 5 Yes
Indulge in a magical stay at this sumptuous and sizeable barn conversion set in the magnificent North Wales countryside. Sleeping eight guests and welcoming dogs, the four-bedroom retreat is a splendid choice for a group of friends or relatives seeking a truly special stay and perhaps somewhere to celebrate. With spectacular views, a gorgeous garden, a hot tub and games area, the exquisitely finished hideaway is the perfect place to return to after days out to the coast or the Eryri National Park, also known as Snowdonia. Wander inside, pausing perhaps for a few quiet moments to yourself in the snug, or ambling on through to the impressive kitchen/diner with its high-specification design and exposed stone walls. Prepare hearty feasts to enjoy together in here then take a few steps down into the lounge to enjoy the incredible views. Fire up the contemporary wood burner then play a game or find a film on the Smart TV. During the summer months, pull open the bi-folding doors to the garden. A utility room and family shower room are also downstairs, together with one of your beautiful bedrooms, a king-size with Smart TV and an en-suite wet room. Two double bedrooms, with en-suite shower rooms and Smart TVs, are on the floor above. These rooms can also be made up as twins if discussed in advance. Another king-size, this one with an en-suite bathroom, Smart TV and balcony, is also at this level. Enjoy the spacious gardens to your heart’s content. Play table tennis in the games area, soak in the hot tub and cook on the BBQ. Plan days out to Abergele, 6 miles away, where you can walk along the beach at Traeth Pensarn. Drive 17.5 miles into Conwy to see the castle and spend time on the beach there.
Weekly prices from £1,244.00
Saundersfoot, Mid Wales
8 4 2 Yes
Immerse yourself in the spectacular beauty of coastal Pembrokeshire with a stay in this incredible holiday home. Just 1.5 miles from the beach at Saundersfoot and 2.5 miles from the ever-popular tourist hub of Tenby, you’re well-positioned to explore two of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park’s favourite locations. Made for spending time on the beach, taking long clifftop hikes and enjoying bike rides around woodland beauty spots, any group will adore this South Wales beauty spot. The property itself offers a generous amount of space for eight or 10 guests to unwind in between such adventures, dog-friendly so your entire family is welcome to come along. There’s an exceptional sense of spaciousness in every area of this two-storey house, ensuring there’s room for everyone to relax together or steal away for some peaceful alone time. The large kitchen/diner is a great hive of activity on the ground floor, with space for rustling up delicious meals and a large dining table for all to sit and tuck in. After dinner, move into the lovely double-height lounge with ample comfy seating, a Smart TV and a wood burner. The bedrooms are all positioned throughout the ground and first floors, and you’ll also find a handy ground floor WC and boot room adding to the comfort of your stay. Outside, a large grass and patio area offers space to soak up the day’s sun. If beach days are on your agenda, you’ll be pleased to find a handful of exceptional sandy spots nearby offering sunbathing, swimming and ball games on the sand. Discover Saundersfoot Beach (1.5 miles) with seafood restaurants on its shores, the more remote Monkstone Beach (2.5 miles) and four exceptional beaches set between the historic town walls in Tenby. These are all connected by the Pembrokeshire Coast Path, allowing you to easily walk between them to capture some of the National Park’s most spectacular sea views.
Weekly prices from £993.00
New Quay, Mid Wales
8 4 2 Yes
Discover the Welsh seaside town of New Quay and use this beautiful period home as your base. It’s in a convenient, central location with shops, cafes and two wonderful beaches within half a mile. At New Quay’s picturesque harbour (0.5 miles), you can join boat trips for dolphin watching and various water sports. With space for eight guests over four bedrooms, this semi-detached home is wonderful for a trip with friends or extended family and one well-behaved pooch. This beautifully presented home has been tastefully decorated in neutral tones, with plenty of quality wooden furniture and artwork on the walls. You’ll have plenty of space for your group to spread out, starting with the gorgeous, open-plan lounge/diner which has an elegant bay window, inviting sofas and a Smart TV, along with a dining table for family meals cooked up in the well-appointed kitchen. You’ll also have games room/snug with a TV, pool table and table tennis. Upstairs await the four sumptuous bedrooms; choose from a super-king-size with a Smart TV and en-suite shower room, a welcoming double with a Smart TV, and two cosy twins, one of which also boasts a Smart TV. Completing the interior is a well-equipped family bathroom. Outside, your party will love relaxing in the enclosed garden, which boasts established borders, coastal plants and shrubs, and glimpses of the sea just 300 metres away. There’s also a decked area with patio furniture, along with a dog kennel for your furry friend. There’s so much to discover in the surrounding area; if you’re keen walkers, join the Wales Coast Path at the harbour and follow it along to nearby beauty spots like Cwm Silio Beach (4 miles), or to Aberaeron (7.5 miles). A day out in Aberystwyth (23.5 miles) is always a delight.
Weekly prices from £977.00
, Pembrokeshire and the South
8 5 4 Yes
This enchanting 17th-century country cottage is perfect for families looking for a family get-together or relaxing holiday. The ancient village of Grosmont is a real gem renowned for its community spirit and has a Norman castle. The area also offers plenty of walks, with Garaway Hill (5.5 miles) considered an ’easy’ peak. This characterful property, set over three levels, boasts a beautiful blend of contemporary comforts alongside charming original features. The carved door heads and ancient oak front entrance carved with ’1673’ welcome you into this historic Welsh cottage. Antiques and original oil paintings enhance the grandeur and theme with exposed stone walls, rustic wooden beams, and patterned tiles and fabrics. The games room boasts a Smart TV and a wood burner; for younger kids, there is a playroom. Dine at the six-seater breakfast bar or the extendable ten-person table in the contemporary kitchen/diner. In the kitchen, you will find all the appliances needed to rustle up a family feast or celebratory meal and a Smart TV for entertainment. Upstairs via the cottage-style staircase, you’ll find five en-suite bedrooms. There are two super-king-size, one king-size, one single and a luxurious ’Loft Suite’ at the top of the house with a king-size sleigh bed. There is plenty of space to relax in the enclosed patio garden, which overlooks the surrounding hills. It’s the ideal setting for morning coffee or al fresco dining with a table and chairs, a BBQ and sun loungers. The Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park is within 7 miles, offering a range of walks to suit all abilities. Head to the picturesque Ross-on-Wye (15.5 miles), where you can enjoy canoeing or paddleboarding and browse the charming independent shops. A little further afield is the World Heritage Site of Blaenavon (20 miles), which has something for all ages at the castle, Ironworks, Big Pit National Coal Museum, or the heritage railway.
Weekly prices from £1,974.00