Ivory Lane, Trearddur

Ivory Lane is a whole house on the west coast of Anglesey, a short walk from the beaches at Trearddur Bay, and the sort of self-catering base that suits dogs because of how it is laid out. There are no shared corridors or communal lounges to negotiate, and the outdoor area is fully enclosed, so a dog can be let out without a lead first thing in the morning. Guests travelling with dogs consistently describe the house as spotlessly clean and thoroughly equipped.

No pet fee or written pet policy is published for the house, so confirm the arrangements directly if you are bringing more than one dog or a large breed. Dogs are clearly expected here rather than merely tolerated: the enclosed garden and the small dog-aware touches on arrival come up again and again from guests who brought one.

Trearddur Bay is one of the better dog-walking stretches on Anglesey. The coast path runs in both directions from the village and the smaller coves nearby are quiet out of season, though Anglesey applies seasonal restrictions to some of its main bathing beaches over the summer, so it is worth checking the current rules for the bay before a July or August trip. Holyhead and the large supermarkets are about five minutes away by car, which matters more than it sounds on a self-catering week with a dog.

The house suits couples and families who want a coastal base they can settle into for a week rather than a night, and who would rather their dog had a garden than a hotel corridor. It earns a 4.6/5 paw rating.