Six Wonderful Winter Getaways in Wales for You and Your Dog

Imagine crisp coastal walks, starry night skies, and cosying up in front of the fire looking out to those incredible winter scenes. The possibility of snow makes Wales a great choice for a magical winter break. We’re highlighting some cosy dog-friendly properties for those wanting an escape from everyday life.


Family-friendly Fron Fawr Cottages, Pembrokeshire
A beautiful collection of five self-catering cottages, Fron Fawr is only five miles from the stunning North Pembrokeshire Coast and Cardigan Bay. Converted from traditional Welsh slate and stone barns, the modern dog-friendly properties are surrounded by 32 acres of fields and woodland with plenty of space to roam and play. Doggy friends are get their own goody bag on arrival, which includes food and water bowl, feeding mat, doggy treats and poop bags.

Dog Friendly Madog at Fron Fawr


Cottages for two at Ty Mawr Collection, Powys
Ty Mawr Collection features five luxury, romantic cottages set in the grounds of Ty Mawr, a grade II listed Georgian Manor. Ideal for couples looking for the perfect break that combines time in front of a roaring log-burner after an adventure in the Brecon Beacons National Park. On site is a spa treatment room and a 12-acre park for guests and their dogs to explore. Enjoy mountain and canal walks from the doorstep and just a twenty-minute walk away is The Three Horseshoes, an award-winning pub and restaurant with a dog-friendly bar and garden.

Private, enclosed garden at the rear of The Laundry at Ty Mawr Collection


Great for groups at Llanfendigaid Estate, Wales
Steeped in history the grade II Llanfendigaid Estate (which translates as “Parish of the Blessed”) is steeped in history. An estate with charm, grace and beauty! Occupying one of the most attractive stretches of Welsh coastline within Snowdonia National Park, the estate benefits from stunning views towards Cardigan Bay and is set in an acre of private wooded gardens. This is a fabulous place for multi-generational groups to holiday together, with use of the indoor heated swimming pool as well as access to one of the more secluded beaches in the area. Three of the four properties welcome dogs.

The Cow Shed at Llanfendigaid Estate is located in the picturesque Snowdonia National Park


Panoramic sea views at Wild Winds, Pembrokeshire
Wild Winds is a stunning coastal cottage, located on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path with far reaching panoramic views of the sea across St Brides Bay. Take a short walk across the National Trust’s Sheepfields to the dog-friendly Little Haven beach and at low tide walk over to Broad Haven. Some great dining options are within walking distance including Lobster and Mor and St Brides Inn, plus The Castle and The Swan are dog-friendly traditional pubs with loads of character and log burning fires. 

Short walk from Wild Winds to dog friendly beaches


Three luxury, dog friendly properties at West Wales Luxury Cottages, Pembrokeshire
Sherwood House has panoramic views and direct access to the Teifi estuary. Located at the start of the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path close to the dog-friendly Poppit Sands beach. Headland Cottage overlooks dog-friendly Aberporth beach with sea views from every window. The Gardeners Cottage sits within the estate of Plas Llangoedmor, just ½ mile from the bustling market town of Cardigan, the Teifi Estuary and coastline. All cottages have contained terrace/garden areas, outdoor showers and stunning views - heavenly for humans and dogs! Doggy treats, toys, towels, blankets, a selection of leads and details of dog friendly walks and places to visit are all provided.

Cosy up in the beautiful Sherwood House at West Wales Luxury Cottages


Scandi style cabins for couples, with hot tubs at Rivercatcher, Denbighshire
Designed ‘just for two’, Rivercatcher’s four Scandi-style dog-friendly cabins feature woodburners, fully equipped kitchens, award-winning king-size beds and stunning glass fronted apex windows which make the most of the green landscape. Couples can cosy up inside or soak under the stars in the hot tub on the private deck. Doggy bowls, toys, poop bags, a wash area with shampoo and towels are available. As well as some great walks, on and off lead, there’s a choice of country pubs within walking distance and nearby Palé Hall welcomes well behaved dogs in the Grand Hall and Huntsman Bar.

Amazing views from Lagom at Rivercatcher

Premier Cottages has a wide range of dog-friendly cottages in Wales, which provide the perfect base for winter adventures.