Dog-friendly Yorkshire
Yorkshire has some of the best scenery and walks in England. With the Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Yorkshire moors, historic buildings and a sweeping landscape known as God's Own County, you'll find everything you need for the best dog friendly holidays in Yorkshire.
Saltburn-by-the-Sea, EnglandIronstone Cottage is in a peaceful village served by a little local shop, with the rolling heather clad moors just at the end of the road. These stone terraced cottages were built for the miners back in 1860. You can visit the nearby mining museum to find out more about the history, as this area was at the heart of the steel industry back in the 1800s. The name Ironstone Cottage was chosen to honour the history of the area, the owner’s father was employed to care for the pit ponies from the age of 11. Now the biggest draw to the area is tourism as guests explore the national park and the nearby beaches. There are a host of wonderful walks and cycle trails to explore, this is the perfect base for those who enjoy nature.
Just a short drive away you have Saltburn, Staithes and Runswick Bay leading down to the incredibly popular coastal town of Whitby, all ideal for a day of discovery. On the moors there are some stunning beauty spots such as Roseberry Topping as well as quaint rural villages with some great pubs, perfect as a reward after a day of walking.
There on street parking available by the cottage. At the back of the property you have an enclosed garden with a lawn and sitting out area, which is great for unwinding on a sunny evening, enjoying a bottle of wine. Inside the cottage is carefully furnished to create a comfortable and welcoming holiday home. The well equipped kitchen/dining area, is where you can reminisce over the day’s events over a delicious home cooked meal. The living room is separate and cosy, with sofas nestled around the TV. There is one unexpected surprise on the ground floor, an incredible whirlpool bath, which has bubbles, massage jets and lights. Upstairs you have a choice of three bedrooms, a double, a twin and a master king bedroom with an en-suite shower room. This property is the perfect choice for families, friends or two couples looking to create memories together. The North Yorkshire Moors is a fabulous and varied destination to explore, you can take a ride on the steam train which runs from the coast to visit many pretty rural villages, including Goathland which was the set for the popular TV show Heartbeat, as well as the Hogsmeade station in Harry Potter. There is also the Ryedale Folk Museum in Hutton le Hole with some lovely hand craft shops nearby. Beach 4½ miles. Shop 200 yards, pub 1 mile, restaurant 200 yards.£69From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Bridlington, EnglandEscape to Oceans 44, a truly captivating haven nestled in the heart of Bridlington, offering an idyllic coastal retreat that seamlessly blends modern comfort with seaside charm. This three-bedroom house, just a 20 minute stroll away from the pristine beach, presents an irresistible opportunity for an unforgettable vacation.
As you step inside and find a large living/dining room with a wood burner. This room invites you to unwind and relax in its cosy embrace. French doors lead into the garden which offers the perfect space for quality family time or intimate gatherings. The kitchen is a well-planned, with access again to the garden. Ascending to the first floor, a trio of beautifully designed bedrooms await. The master bedroom is resplendent with a kingsize bed and built-in wardrobes. The double room provides a tantalizing glimpse of the nearby sea, enhancing the maritime ambiance of your stay, complete with Freeview TV. Meanwhile, the charming single room, equipped with its own TV and DVD player, offers a cosy cocoon for a peaceful night’s rest. The family bathroom boasts an elegant P-shaped bath, where you can indulge in soothing soaks or invigorating showers.
Outside, the allure of Oceans 44 continues with a large, enclosed garden. A private hot tub beckons, inviting you to relax in its soothing waters, while the stunning patio area offers ample seating for al fresco dining or evening conversations beneath the starry expanse. The meticulously manicured lawn, adorned with twinkling lights, transforms the setting into a magical wonderland as dusk descends.
Oceans 44 is ideally located to explore Bridlington, it’s Old Town and the working harbour. Spend time at Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Burton Agnes Hall or visit the natural splendour of RSPB Bempton Cliffs and Flamborough Heritage Coast. The Yorkshire Wolds offer miles of walking and cycling opportunities whilst Whitby, York and the North Yorkshire Moors are all within an hour’s drive. Oceans 44 promises more than just a vacation; it’s an experience that combines comfort, style, and natural beauty to create lasting memories.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Whitby, EnglandSilver 6pence is bright and beautifully decorated throughout and boasts a private parking space which is a real bonus in Whitby. Located only 200 yards from the beach, you are just a stroll along the seafront from all the bars, restaurants and amenities that this bustling town has to offer. Inside this delightful house you have the living room at the front with a separate open plan kitchen/dining area. The kitchen is modern and perfect for guests who love to create fresh home cooked meals to enjoy together. There are glass doors leading out from the dining area into your enclosed garden, which has a table and chairs ready for sunny evenings of al fresco dining. Plus there is storage for bikes, surf boards and other outdoor equipment. The garden looks out onto a green open space which leads you down towards the beach. Upstairs are three bedrooms, the master double bedroom, a twin bedroom with a zip and link kingsize bed which can be made up as 2ft 6in twin beds on request, and a single bedroom.
Whitby is famous for its links to Dracula, and the Gothic abbey and graveyard tower 199 steps above the town. The climb is worth the effort just to take in the fantastic views of the town and out to sea. Many events and festivals take place all year round such as the Goth Weekender, Folk Week, Whitby Regatta, Steampunk festivals and many music events. There are plenty of traditional pubs to complement the wine bars, as well as many different bistros and restaurants to choose from, not forgetting award-winning fish and chips. There is a 3 mile stretch of golden sand complete with ice cream parlours and arcades to enjoy, and a long pier to walk down.
If you want to get off the beaten track there are many coves and bays dotted along the North Yorkshire and Cleveland Heritage Coast to explore. Hidden gems such as Runswick Bay and Boggle Hole along with the more famous such as Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes are worth a visit. There are many local walks in the area including the Cleveland Way route, and the Cinder Track across the viaduct which heads down to Robin Hood’s Bay.
Head inland into the North York Moors National Park for stunning scenery and fabulous views. Local bus, car, bike or even a journey on a traditional steam train are other ways to get out and see what the area has to offer. The Victorian seaside town of Scarborough is just down the coast with its two huge bays; North Bay for a quiet stroll watching the waves, or South Bay for amusement arcades, a fairground and a harbour. The Open Air Theatre plays host to many international artists throughout the summer months, and Peasholm Park hosts its Model Naval War on a regular basis. There are a number of golf courses, cycling tracks and country or beach walks in the local area. If history is your thing, there are many abbeys and historic places of interest throughout North Yorkshire including the Eden War Museum in Malton. The walled city of York is just an hour’s drive away.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Scarborough, EnglandSea Fever is a fabulous holiday cottage sure to make your holiday one to remember. Beautifully furnished throughout, with careful attention to detail, it has a long private driveway so that you can conveniently park on your doorstep. Inside you step into the hallway which branches out into the rooms. At the front you have the beautiful living room with sofas around the wood burner. There’s nothing like getting cosy in front of real crackling flames. The kitchen is at the rear of the property, with French doors looking out into the stunning garden, which is bursting with colour in the summer. The kitchen has lots of character, with sweeping wooden work tops, table and chairs for a comfortable family dinner and a range cooker beside the feature fireplace. This is a great social space for enjoying meals together, or even having a games night. On sunny days why not dine al fresco in the garden, enjoying the beautiful flowers which are a haven for bees and butterflies. There is a summerhouse out on the lawn, with seats so that you can sit out peacefully in the garden, with only birdsong to break the silence. Also outside you have a utility room adjacent to the kitchen, which is ideal for washing towels and drying wetsuits after a day out at the beach. The ground floor is complete with a convenient toilet. Upstairs you have the family bathroom with a shower over the bath. There are three bedrooms, each room has built in wardrobes for all of your belongings.
Here in Scarborough there are two bays. North Bay Beach sweeps in a crescent lined with colourful beach huts from the Sea Life Centre nearby. You can walk from the North Bay all the way along the promenade to the busier South Bay. Both bays have lovely, large sandy beaches making them perfect for your family holiday. There is also Scarborough Castle as well as the casino and the funfair on the seafront. Peasholm Park is wonderful to discover, you can hire pedalos and rowing boats to go around the lake and see the stunning oriental gardens. Scarborough is famous for its theatres. There is an outdoor theatre which stages concerts by some of music’s big names, and then there is the Stephen Joseph Theatre which is famous for the premieres of Alan Ayckbourn’s plays. The Alpamare waterpark is great for all ages, with its fantastic wave pool and waterslides, as well as a large heated outdoor infinity pool. Keep younger children entertained with the ’splash and play’ area. For adults there is a spa where you can relax and be pampered. The heated outdoor pools are warm enough to enjoy through all of the seasons. Further along the coast you also have Ravenscar, Whitby, Robin Hood’s Bay and Bridlington to discover. There is so much to see and do you are sure to be spoilt for choice.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Whitby, EnglandIdeally positioned with all the town’s many attractions within easy walking distance, including the beach, harbour and the iconic abbey perched on the cliff tops above you. At the front of the cottage you have a seating area for two outside, in a peaceful yard away from the bustling crowds. Stepping inside you are welcomed into the open plan living area, with an electric fire as well as comfortable seating beneath the beamed ceiling. The kitchen is well equipped for cooking a holiday feast. Upstairs you have two beautifully presented bedrooms, on the first floor is a double bedroom with views over the pantiled rooftops to the whale-bone archway up on the cliff tops. There is also the family bathroom. On the second floor is the family bedroom under the beamed ceiling with a double as well as a single bed and elevated views across the rooftops and out to sea. Outside as an additional quirky feature you have the original outhouse with a toilet, as well as a separate utility room.
You are only a 5-eminute walk away from the nearest beach, with a wide assortment of quirky independent shops, as well as cafés, restaurants and pubs all within easy reach and many being dog friendly. In the harbour there is the HMS Endeavour, a replica of Captain Cook’s ship which was built and sailed from Whitby on his voyages of discovery. Join a ghost walk, visit the museums, you can even see a shipwreck at low tide at Saltwick Bay or look up into the cliffs to spot the smugglers tunnels, the clues to the towns colourful past are all around you.
This is an ideal destination for dogs, they will be in heaven on the nearby beaches, there is even a dog bakery in Whitby. For walkers and those who love to take in the scenery you have many scenic coastal villages along the Cleveland Way to visit, as well as other popular walks such as the Cinder Track. You are also surrounded by the North York Moors National Park. There are ancient forests, rolling hills of heather, waterfalls and valleys all to discover.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 7 guests.£75From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Beverley, EnglandRoslyn is a charming, detached bungalow with mature enclosed garden set on a quiet side street just a two-minute walk from the beach in the thriving seaside town of Hornsea on the beautiful East Riding of Yorkshire coastline. Refurbished to a very high level and elegantly furnished throughout this holiday home is perfect for a family looking to enjoy a traditional seaside holiday with a touch of luxury. This Hornsea holiday home has a bright and airy sitting room with a wood burner surrounded by deep filled sofas. French doors lead into a large sunny conservatory where you will find the dining area and access into the garden. The well-planned kitchen offers a host of modern appliances. There is plenty of work top space from which to prepare a delicious picnic to enjoy. Roslyn offers three individually styled bedrooms. Outside, is an enclosed dog friendly garden with raised patio area, neatly trimmed lawn, and mature borders. Bathed with sunlight all day you can enjoy the early morning sun whilst enjoying a quiet coffee or come together on an evening for a delicious home cooked al fresco evening meal. Secure bike and surfboard storage is also available, as well as a dedicated cleaning area for mucky paws, boots and bikes.
A two-minute walk will find you on the beach or meandering along the Victorian Promenade with its traditional children’s paddling pool. The town of Hornsea offers a wide range of independent shops, tea rooms, pubs, and restaurants. Close by to this holiday home is Hornsea Mere - a large, natural lake that offers water activities, whilst for a little retail therapy, there is Hornsea Freeport retail outlet. The surrounding area has much to offer the holiday maker, with the high, chalk cliffs at Bempton, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, home to colonies of sea birds and the Spurn Point Nature Reserve. The unspoilt rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Wolds offers miles of walking and cycling opportunities and the stately homes and gardens of Wassand Hall, Sledmere House and Burton Agnes Hall are waiting to be explored. The pretty town of Beverley with its ancient Minster and popular Racecourse is a short drive away along with a choice of golf courses. Beach 100 yards.£168From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Rillington, EnglandStanding peacefully at the edge of the village of Rillington, this 18th-century former barn has been skillfully converted into two holiday properties, each retaining many original features. They are heated with renewable energy and enjoy underfloor heating throughout. Local attractions include Flamingo Land, Eden Camp and Scampston Hall. On the coast lie the towns of Scarborough and Whitby. York, with magnificent minster and cobbled streets is a 30-minute drive. Shop and pub 300 yards.
Granary Cottage (IUV) and Rose Cottage (IUW) have an inter-connecting door and can be booked together to accommodate up to 13 guests.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Danby, EnglandA charming, home-from-home cottage set within the centre of the hamlet of Houlsyke in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, close to local villages and a short distance from the Yorkshire Heritage Coast.
Rose Cottage offers a welcoming base from which your group can explore an area boasting a host of attractions to suit all ages and tastes. Upon entering the cottage, you’ll find an entrance hall where you can kick off your walking boots and head in to spend a relaxing evening within this characterful property.
Unwind with the entire family in the living room, where you can watch TV, or light a fire in the wood burner. Beyond here is the stylish kitchen/dining area with plenty of space for preparing tasty meals, and big kitchen table with space for everyone.
After a busy day exploring, choose to indulge with a relaxing soak in the bath tub or enjoy a refreshing shower before retiring to one of the cosy and well-presented bedrooms. Choose from one of the double bedrooms or the single bedroom, all freshly made up with white bed linen.
If you are visiting during the summer months, make sure you sit out at the picnic table in the enclosed garden, soaking up the surroundings and enjoying the view over the hills of Fryupdale. To keep you busy while staying at Rose Cottage why not visit The Moors National Park Centre near the neighbouring village of Danby, with its busy tea room and children’s indoor and outdoor play areas.
If you are feeling adventurous, explore the North York Moors, with miles of walking and cycling routes amid high moorland and wooded river valleys. Slightly further away is the seaside town of Whitby, where you will find a sandy beach and the famous Whitby Abbey. Rose Cottage promises to be a splendid getaway that the whole family will enjoy.
The nearest village is Lealholm, 2 miles, with a little village shop (which sells logs for the fire), lovely pub and train station. Danby is a similar distance in the opposite direction, and has pubs and a train station too, and also a bakery/tea shop and doctor’s surgery. Castleton, 4 miles, has a supermarket open 7am-10pm daily. Whitby, 11 miles, Skelton, 12 miles, and Guisborough, 13 miles, have large supermarkets and other amenities. Pub/restaurant 2 miles.£59From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Flamborough, EnglandPine Lodge is tucked away in a quiet corner of the popular Bridlington Links golf course site. The lodge is open plan with a light and spacious dining area, living area and kitchen. The kitchen is well-equipped with modern conveniences, including a dishwasher and washing machine.
Situated next to the wonderful Sewerby Hall, a beautiful Georgian house that is open to the public along with its stunning gardens and a small zoo for the children. The café at the hall is very popular with the guests that stay at the lodges, or you may choose to have a picnic in the beautiful gardens.
From Sewerby Hall you can catch the land train that takes you down to Bridlington, or take a leisurely walk along the cliff tops. Bridlington is a busy, bustling seaside resort with all the traditional things you would expect from the seaside. Donkeys, candy floss, sandcastles and lots of children enjoying their day on the beach. It boasts an excellent beach with very good access.
Flamborough Head, Filey and Scarborough are to the north of the lodges, all worth a visit during your stay. Visit the RSPB bird sanctuary at Bempton Cliffs where you can see the thousands of puffins that migrate there every year.
The club house for the golf course is just a short stroll from the lodges and here you can enjoy a lovely meal overlooking the sea. Beach 600 yards. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 400 yards.£158From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Leyburn, EnglandSet in the historic town of Leyburn in the heart of beautiful Wensleydale, this comfortable, detached and cosy holiday home has a conservatory, a living room with oak floor and has something to offer to guests of all ages. With spectacular views of the surrounding countryside, quaint local shops and cafes, traditional pubs and a weekly farmers’ market, the gateway town of Leyburn is the perfect base for guests to enjoy walking, cycling, sightseeing or just a quiet, romantic break. Stroll along the famous Leyburn Shawl or walk to Castle Bolton, Middleham Castle, Constable Burton Hall Gardens and the nearby Aysgarth Falls. A short drive away is Hardraw, home to England’s highest unbroken waterfall. The Shawl is only a few steps from the Market Place in the centre of Leyburn and is accessible for walkers of all abilities and ages. Hop on the Wensleydale Vintage Bus to Ripon or Hawes, or ride the train on the Wensleydale Railway. Visit the nearby Forbidden Corner attraction in Coverdale where guests can follow a trail of follies, or the Georgian market town of Richmond, which offers many shops, restaurants, pubs and tea shops. This beautiful and historic town in is settled high above the River Swale and offers panoramic views of the surrounding area and the chance to browse the weekly market and monthly farmers’ market with local produce and crafts. Within an easy 2-hour drive is the historic cathedral city of Durham with its cathedral, castle and city walls. Popular York, with its minster and the Jorvik Centre, is also further afield but worth the trip out. Golf and fishing nearby. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
