Watch furry ears prick up as you head off on yet another magnificent walk across the gorgeous Gower Peninsula, when you stay at this dog-friendly cottage in Mumbles, South Wales. Sleeping six guests, the three-bedroom holiday home is a paws-down winner with beach-loving pups who enjoy racing across the sand and splashing in the waves. The property, which is within 500 metres of a park, also has a courtyard garden where you and your happy hound can relax together in the sunshine after your excursions.
Head inside the semi-detached, modern abode to find open-plan accommodation to suit all members of your party, including those with four legs. Unwind on the soft seating in the lounge in front of the Smart TV, while your canine pal snoozes on the rug. Pull the bi-fold doors right back onto the kitchen/diner, which has a central island and breakfast bar, to make one large space. On summer days, open the bi-folding doors to the garden and let fresh air in while making dinner for everyone to enjoy at the table. Have coffee or light the BBQ outside as the dog noses about the courtyard area, then settle down all together in the sunshine.
Walk 0.5 miles down to the seafront to let your pal dip his paws in the salty water and play on the beach at Mumbles Beach. You can also take your dog on the pier, where you may be lucky enough to find special doggy ice cream on hot summer days. Plan days out on the peninsula itself, including to spectacular Three Cliffs Bay, 7 miles away. Oxwich, 9.5 miles away, is another great choice for those with pups.