If you’re part of a quirky family, you’ve sniffed out an amazing holiday bolthole. Tucked into a beautiful Welsh valley, this secluded property has room for five explorers and their canine companion. Treat everyone to a week away, with opportunities for adventures for everyone. Set tails wagging with ladder-accessible bedrooms which add to the storybook feel, great for rest after a full day of culture, sports and outdoor activities.
The generous garden is perfect for spotting wildlife and finding rare plants, so you know your dog will just have to sniff out everything. Meanwhile, you can set up the BBQ on summer evenings and serve delicious food as twilight breaks. If it’s cooler, head inside and cuddle up in front of the wood burner in a cosy living room. You can break out the games or get everyone to choose their favourite film for movie night. The interior decoration is simple and timeless with plenty of wood, and the exterior mixes brick and mock-Tudor design for a unique feel. Head off to comfortable beds and dream of the next day’s expeditions. There’s one lovely double room, one single and one twin room.
From your gorgeous cottage base there’s plenty to discover. We’ve got to commend Llangollen for their commitment to including dogs in as many events as possible. There’s the seasonal festivals, walks around Horseshoe Falls followed by nibbles in a cafe that welcomes canines, and then there’s room for everyone in canoes to tour the aqueducts. Some instructors even bring their own dogs! There are lots of amazing walks to do from a variety of starting locations, and there are mountain bike trails for daredevils who see a challenge, not a valley. You can finish off with restaurants in Pontfadog and Glyn Ceiriog, perfect for people and puppies who need refuelling after a long day.