Self-Catering Holiday Cottages and Apartments in West Wales

Vast, sandy beaches, towering clifftops and snowy mountains can all be discovered on self-catering holidays in West Wales. Running from Harlech in the north to St David's in the south, this unspoiled region's rugged coast is scattered with ancient ruins, fishing villages, and charming seaside resorts. West Wales is especially good for outdoor enthusiasts, whether you want to hike to the summit of a mountain or surf world-class waves at remote beaches. Wherever your holiday cottage in West Wales is located, you will discover breathtaking scenery around every corner, as well as Wales' unique culture and hospitality. At the northern edge of West Wales, there's plenty to do for an active holiday in Snowdonia National Park. This landscape covers more than 800 square miles, with lakes, mountains and rugged countryside dotted with remote villages. The park is popular among hikers and famous for Mount Snowdon, Wales's highest mountain. Please click here to explore our collection of self-catering holiday cottages in Wales.

A countryside bungalow with a view of the sea in the background.
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 5

A sandy beach sits on the doorstep of Swn y Mor, a large seaside holiday cottage with a hot tub in Pembrokeshire which welcomes families. Outdoor entertaining areas and generous windows capture the ocean views and complement the luxurious décor of the pet-friendly holiday home. Sleeps 8.

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A single-storey barn conversion with right-angled wings faces a paved courtyard.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Barn Cottage is a rural farm cottage with a hot tub offering self-catering holidays in the Carmarthenshire countryside. This West Wales holiday home near Laugharne lies in a coastal location in Carmarthenshire. It welcomes children and pets and is wheelchair accessible.

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  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

This secluded, 2-bedroom Aberdovey holiday cottage is perfect for a family of four who want to get away but not so far away as to not have access to the shops, pubs and beaches in nearby Aberdovey. Just minutes away from the sea, enjoy the beautiful rural views from Braich-Y-Celyn Lodge.

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A hot tub beneath a glass roof sits on a wooden deck next to two sun loungers.
  • Sleeps 11
  • Bedrooms 4

Cariad Cottage is a large, pet-friendly Ceredigion Holiday Cottage with a hot tub. Located near Aberaeron in a quiet countryside location, this welcoming rural cottage sleeps 11 in 4 bedrooms, one being wheelchair accessible with a wet room. Cariad has two fun-fishing lakes.

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A Welsh stone-built barn conversion surrounded by a low stone wall in a large courtyard.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Cefn-Yr-Efail is a coastal cottage outside Porthmadog, near sandy beaches, mountains and lakes, in Gwynedd, North Wales. This large Snowdonia holiday cottage near Porthmadog sleeps 8, with amazing views of the surrounding countryside, slate floors, a jacuzzi bath and a private garden

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A hot tub bubbles away in in front of an elegant Pembrokeshire holiday cottage surrounded by  a patio and lawns.
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4

Copybush Cottage is a sophisticated and secluded rural holiday cottage in Pembrokeshire, offering beautiful countryside views. Situated in a peaceful corner of Lawrenny, the pet-friendly cottage provides spacious grounds, a hot tub, an open fire, and modern and elegant décor.

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Twin gabled exterior of a bungalow with a feenced-in, large wooden deck for BBQs surrounding it.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Dylan's Court is a rural farm cottage in Carmarthenshireshire. This dog-friendly holiday home near Laugharne is in a coastal location. It is child-friendly and wheelchair accessible. It lies within easy reach of beaches at Pendine, Tenby and Saundersfoot.

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A row of Victorian town houses leading to the sae in Tenby.
  • Sleeps 10
  • Bedrooms 5

This elegant Grade II listed, large holiday cottage in Tenby is in a quiet cobbled street within this beautiful seaside town in Pembrokeshire. Walk 80 yards one way to a stunning beach or the other way to the town centre with its medieval walls, harbour and fishing boats.

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A long, stone-built, single storey, courtyard barn conversion in Gwynedd
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2

Isallt is a homely stone-built holiday home near Harlech between Snowdonia and the Cambrian coast. Located on a farm, this Grade II listed 19th-century barn conversion has been refurbished to a high standard and is perfect for a rural retreat near the beach for a family holiday. Pets welcome.

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  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Ideal for young families, this accessible ground-floor rural holiday home in Laugharne offers lovely country views and outdoor fun on the edge of the South Wales coast. Meadow View is a lovingly converted three-bedroom cottage on a charming smallholding in Carmarthenshire.

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A single storey, Gwynedd barn conversion in a courtyard with outdoor tables and chairs.
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3

Savour the spectacular Menai Straits view from the Penrallt Cottage patio and delight in the peace and tranquillity of this stone-built conversion near Bangor in North Wales. Appreciate the combination of contemporary style and traditional charm of this coastal cottage.

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£-storey Stone house and conservatory surrounded by gardens.
  • Sleeps 15
  • Bedrooms 7

Pensarn Hall is a large, impressive Victorian country house with lovely gardens in the Snowdonia National Park. This pet-friendly, rural holiday home in Llanbedr sleeps 15 in 7 bedrooms and is within easy reach of fabulous sandy beaches.

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A large slate-roofed house house backed by tall trees overlooks a large lawn.
  • Sleeps 18
  • Bedrooms 8

Nestled in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, Plas Gwynfryn is a large, luxury North Wales holiday home on the coast near Harlech. This grand, pet-friendly Edwardian house sleeps 18 in 8 bedrooms with six bathrooms and stands on an 8-acre estate.

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A 2-storey, stone-built gwynedd holiday covvage oveerlooks a garden full of poptted plants and shrubs.
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3

The Railway Cottage is a stone-built seaside holiday cottage in Fairbourne that sleeps five people in three bedrooms. It is located close to Barmouth and Cardigan Bay on the west coast of Wales and within easy reach of the Snowdonia National Park.

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A detached, double fronted, stone-built cottage with a front garden behind a low stone wall.
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 6

The Farmhouse is a spacious 4-star Grade II-Listed holiday cottage that welcomes pets. It is situated in a picturesque rural location on the west coast of Wales in Ceredigion, near Aberaeron. The property is located on a 130-acre organic farm that has its own fishing lakes and is just three miles away from stunning sandy beaches.

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Vast, sandy beaches, towering clifftops and snowy mountains can all be discovered on self-catering holidays in West Wales. Running from Harlech in the north to St David's in the south, this unspoiled region's rugged coast is scattered with ancient ruins, fishing villages, and charming seaside resorts. West Wales is a paradise for outdoor pursuits, whether you want to hike to the summit of a mountain or surf world-class waves at remote beaches. Wherever your holiday cottage in West Wales is located, you will discover breathtaking scenery around every corner and Wales' unique culture and hospitality. At the northern edge of West Wales, Snowdonia National Park covers more than 800 square miles, with lakes, mountains and rugged countryside dotted with remote villages. The park is popular among hikers and famous for Mount Snowdon, Wales's highest mountain.

At the western edge of the park, where it meets the coast, the laidback resort of Harlech overlooks Tremadog Bay. Harlech Castle stands on a precarious-looking rock, above the waves. Holiday cottages in West Wales are popular among visitors planning to hike to Cader Idris's summit, one of the country's most spectacular walks. Nearby, the market town of Dolgellau has distinctive, dark-stoned architecture and a variety of independent shops. The surrounding hills, fields and woods are home to peaceful villages such as Dinas Mawddwy, which lies on a riverbank with a couple of traditional pubs.

Further west, Barmouth lies on the Mawdach estuary, and has been a much-loved destination for swimming and sunbathing since the railway arrived in 1867. It is the perfect place to go crabbing, ride a donkey or build a sandcastle. Inland, wildlife-watching, hiking, and mountain biking can be enjoyed on the Coed y Brenin Forest Park's wooded trails.

South of Barmouth, the coast is rugged and remote, with clifftop walks, sweeping bays to discover, and a scattering of idyllic villages such as Fairbourne, Tonfanau and Aberdyfi. Inland, Machynlleth is a market town in the Dyfi Valley, with various family-run businesses in its historic centre. The scenic A487 runs southward from here, providing easy access to many stunning beaches and clifftop walks. This stretch of the coast is home to several pretty villages, many of which make excellent bases for self-catering holidays in West Wales, such as Borth, which has a golf course, a zoo, and a glorious beach.

The ancient market town of Aberystwyth lies in the heart of West Wales, in Ceredigion. Thanks to its university, it is a bustling place with plenty of good places to eat and drink. Its attractions include several beaches, a Victorian camera obscura, and the Vale of Rheidol Steam Railway, which takes a captivating inland route to Devil's Bridge. Walking at least a small stretch of the 60-mile Ceredigion Coast Path is highly recommended, with far-reaching views and more dolphin sightings than anywhere else in the UK. For many visitors staying in holiday cottages in West Wales, the town is the fastest way to reach their destination, with excellent road and public transport links to Cardiff and London.

South of Aberystwyth, the coast is remote, with pebbly bays and quiet villages such as Chancery Llanddeiniol, and Llanrhystud. Aberaeron is a charming town with an elegant seafront and views across Cardigan Bay. A long-established favourite for self-catering holidays in West Wales, it has a working harbour, an ancient stone bridge over the river, and a variety of cafes, restaurants and pubs. New Quay is another traditional resort and fishing town, and Aberporth is a laidback village overlooking a sandy bay. Fishguard is a coastal town with great places to eat and ferries to Ireland. St David's compact city lies at the southwestern edge of West Wales, with some of the region's most impressive historic architecture.