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The Llyn Retreat

Llanaelhaearn, near Trefor, North Wales
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Romantic cottage for two on the Llyn Peninsula where dogs stay free
  • Join in events or enjoy water sports, long walks, watching wildlife, fishing and cycling
  • Visit the Glasfryn Activity Centre, enjoy bowling, go-karting, wake boarding and the local pub

 

Property code: OC-77891

In a truly stunning part of the world that combines that raw wilderness of North Wales’ rugged mountain ranges with the cathartic rinse of the coast, this retreat on the Llyn Peninsula is an adventurer’s paradise. Perfect for romantic getaways and solo escapes with your two canine chums by your side, this cottage packed with creature comforts boasts plenty of reasons to explore, and plenty of reasons to come back again.

 

Irresistibly charming, this one-bed, one-bathroom home has everything you could need for a rejuvenating break. You and your wet-nosed pals will have all the ingredients for a holiday you’ll want to repeat again and again. Spend mornings sipping hot tea in the courtyard garden as your dogs stretch in the sunshine, before getting creative in the carefully designed kitchen. Fully equipped, you will find everything you could need for meals throughout the day, served around the dining table. Tired out from the day’s rambles, the lounge is a welcome sight with a roaring wood burner – perfect for warming wintery toes and paws.

 

Emerging each morning from the comfortable upstairs bedroom, the world is your oyster here. Look forward to breathtaking walks through mind-blowing scenery, or, if your dogs can keep up, the front garden has a bike rack so you can set off on two-wheeled adventures. Start from the house or pick up a section of one of the national trails, like Garn Boduan which starts 7 miles away. For games of fetch on the beach, Llanaelhaearn is only 2 miles from Trefor Beach (with seasonal restrictions) and 6.5 miles from the year-round dog-friendly Nefyn Beach. For the best places to eat, you will find ample options in Pwllheli (7 miles).

  • Dogs stay free at this property
  • 1 bedroom - double
  • 1 shower room
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, toaster, microwave and air fryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • TV in lounge and bedroom
  • Roadside parking for 1 car
  • Due to rural location Wi-Fi can be unreliable
  • Towels included
  • Pub, beach and shop 2 miles
  • Bike racks in garden
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Mobile phone reception may be poor
  • Owner may accept cats on request
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Linda Jones

This property is personally managed by Linda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sandra 14th September 2025

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Lovely cottage and helpful owners. A welcome pack and everything you need for the dog, in case you've forgotten anything... Log burner which was welcome as the weather was a bit wild... The only thing was no where to walk to. You need the car, but saying that lots of beaches not too far away. Anglesey not that far either. We enjoyed our stay... As Read moredid the dog.... Hide

Reviewed by Howard 19th August 2025

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Very nice cottage .

Reviewed by Jane 16th May 2025

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Reviewed by Mandy 22nd March 2025

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The cottage was really cute With having a dog, the parking was a bit tricky with having to park on the main Rd, which can get very busy, But we had a lovely stay had everything you needed was to hand John and Wendy are brilliant as if you needed anything you just had to ask

Reviewed by Jessica 11th March 2025

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John and Wendy are fantastic hosts. The cottage was spotless, they were so welcoming and on-hand if we needed anything- from trip and food recommendations to being accomodating of our very last minute booking. Couldn't recommend staying there enough. Such a cosy place to relax and explore North Wales. They even made our dog Bonnie feel welcome. ThaRead morenks again! Hide

Reviewed by Isobel 24th December 2024

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Lovely hosts. Very welcoming and helpful. Really appreciated the welcome hamper. Thoughtful touches, with the cottage decorated for Christmas, with a great selection of hot drinks, jar of dog treats and a box of towels and essentials for doggos, even a fridge stocked with vegetables and basics. Log burner made the cottage a cosy Christmas getaway. Read moreThank you for a lovely stay. Hide

Reviewed by Jill 28th November 2024

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The cottage was cute and quaint and sitting by the fire at night was nice. It is definitely an escape from the world.

Reviewed by Elisabeth Kay 27th October 2024

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The welcome and little touches were well appreciated. It is a sweet compact cottage and the owners are affable, helpful and very dog friendly lovely people. The need for a car is essential to reach some of the outstanding beaches and the treasures of the local Welsh countryside.

Reviewed by Brenda 13th September 2024

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The cottage very well situated to get to everywhere Nice to have a log fire Very cosy would visit again

Reviewed by Stefano 2nd August 2024

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We loved this little cottage - very clean and fully equipped. Wendy and John are the perfect hosts and gave us a lot of tips on what to visit in the area

Reviewed by Dawn 12th July 2024

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.