Hazel Cottage, Begelly

Hazel Cottage is a whole-house holiday let near Begelly in south Pembrokeshire, a short drive inland from Tenby, and it treats a dog as a proper guest rather than an inconvenience. Arriving owners describe treats waiting for the dog - sometimes a small gift box - alongside Welsh cakes and milk for the humans, and the same attention to detail runs through the rest of the house.

Cleanliness is the theme guests return to most. Report after report describes the cottage as spotless, with several noting that nothing about the house gives away how many dogs have holidayed there before. The one blemish reported is a carpet mark left from an earlier guest's dog, which stands out in the reviews precisely because it is the exception. Beyond the housekeeping, the cottage is homely and well equipped, with comfortable beds and a hot tub.

The setting has a twist most dog-friendly lets lack: resident goats, with feed supplied for guests who want to say hello. That is a treat for children and a consideration for owners - a dog with a strong interest in livestock will need keeping in check. The outside space is more practical than manicured, and some guests have felt it could use a little attention.

For days out, Tenby's walled town and beaches are close, Saundersfoot is within easy reach, and the wider Pembrokeshire coast offers as much walking as a dog can take. The listing publishes no pet fee or dog limit, and while the dog welcome pack is pitched at one dog, parties bringing two have stayed without trouble - confirm numbers and any charge when you book.

It suits families and small groups who want a spotless, comfortable base for the south Pembrokeshire coast with the dog along, and its 4.7/5 paw rating reflects how warmly guests who brought theirs rate the stay.