Enjoy an idyllic couples’ retreat at this converted stone barn. Offering far-reaching river and valley views, it’s set on a 220-acre farm where you can wander along designated footpaths down to the River Dee.
This middle barn has a light and spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner where two guests and their canine companions can unwind and enjoy time together – all the essentials of home are here, and there’s a shared laundry room on-site should you need it, too. A cloakroom completes the ground floor, while upstairs there’s a spacious double bedroom with skylights and a vaulted ceiling, and a stylish bathroom. The enclosed patio here really makes the most of its elevated location, with lovely views over the rolling countryside and river in the distance. The dogs will be delighted when you light the charcoal BBQ, and you are all welcome to explore the designated footpaths that are on your doorstep.
Surrounded by mountains, rich in culture and within easy reach of North Wales’ main attractions, Bala is just 3.5 miles away. Wales' biggest natural lake, Llyn Tegid, is the centre of attention here, sandwiched between Eryri/Snowdonia and the Berwyn mountains, overlooked by its own mini-massif: the Arenig mountains. If you and the pups are feeling energetic, it’s a 14-mile walk around the water’s edge. Further afield, the former slate mining centre of Blaenau Ffestiniog (21 miles) is at the centre of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is close to more rugged mountains, lakes and walking trails. Head a similar distance east and you’ll reach Llangollen, a picturesque riverside town with beautiful shops and historic buildings.