Dog-Friendly Holidays Cotswolds
With its quintessential British charm, rolling hills and miles of walking trails, the Cotswolds are a dream come true for your pooch. Home to some of the most beautiful villages in the UK, the Cotswolds offers a delightful selection of dog-friendly hotels and cottages which are sure to please two-legged and four-legged visitors alike.
Chipping Norton, EnglandGrooms Cottage offers an ideal Cotswold retreat to get away from it all. The Cotswolds is home to some of the most unspoilt, historic and famous towns and villages in England and the location of this home will not disappoint! Surrounded by Cotswold stone houses, award winning pubs and rolling countryside perfect for county walks this cottage is the ideal base to explore all the area has to offer. Popular Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, better known as the Venice of the Cotswolds, and Morton-in-Marsh are all within a 15 minute drive.
This unique self-catering retreat for couples welcomes you from the moment you arrive. Inside you’ll find luxury in every nook and cranny from the fully-equipped kitchen, the super king-sized bed and the home made welcome hamper including fresh local eggs for breakfast and seasonal homemade liquor.
The sitting area has a floor to ceiling window allowing light to flood in even on wintery evenings and in the summer months you can enjoy your own courtyard garden.
College Farmhouse Cottage is perfect for solo travellers with a four-legged friend in tow, or for a romantic break with a difference.£95From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Chipping Campden, EnglandHuckleberry Barn stands proudly within a private estate, nestled within fields and farmland. It combines the traditional with ultimate luxury, offering a truly exceptional experience. Lovingly restored you are in for a treat with its open plan living spaces, high beamed ceilings with all the original spindles and a high end country kitchen to cook up a hearty meal. Come together around the country table to enjoy good food, wine and make holiday memories.
The living room opens onto a large secluded courtyard, why not sit under the pergola, have dinner alfresco style whilst enjoying the views of the unspoilt country estate. Those seeking a little more hustle, bustle, and drama, just take a short drive up the road to Stratford upon Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace. Shop until you drop, enjoy some pre-theatre cocktails and world-renowned Royal Shakespeare.
Set on the tip of the Cotswolds you are just a short drive to the famous Chipping Campden area you are perfectly positioned to explore the Cotswolds Way. Want to get a little wild? Take a safari and visit the Cotswold Wildlife Park or soak up the flowers at Kiftsgate Court gardens.
Looking for a truly special meal, or simply do not want the hassle of cooking? Then take advantage of the estate’s private chef. Book the cook whilst you enjoy the delights of your surroundings or simply have a soak in the hot tub or indulge in a personal training session or yoga for one to one or more (must be booked in advance).£267From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Chipping Campden, EnglandThis stunning barn conversion is packed with character and original features including oak beams throughout. Paddocks Mill is a cosy retreat with a spacious interior perfect for families, friends and couples. It provides you with two separate living areas, you will find a cosy open plan kitchen and chillout area on the first floor. Wonderfully social in its layout, you can enjoy comfy surroundings and good conversation whilst cooking up a delicious meal in the country kitchen. On the second floor sits another impressive lounge area, a great space for enjoying the estate views and beyond. Why not bolt down the hatches and enjoy a movie night, get competitive and host a games night or simple plan your next day’s adventures. When sunsets and it’s time to snuggle down you will be spoilt with cloudlike pillows and quality Egyptian cotton sheets providing the perfect rest and recuperation.
Set on the tip of the Cotswolds you are just a short drive to the famous Chipping Campden, perfectly positioned to explore the Cotswolds. Bike hire is available locally for you to peddle through the countryside, as is golf, be sure to stop off at some of the famous villages along the way. Taking time to meander the antique shops, enjoy a sweet treat at a traditional tea room or quench your thirst with a fine ale at one of the many historic pubs. Want to get a little wild? Take a safari at the Cotswold Wildlife Park or soak up the flowers at Kiftsgate court gardens.
Those not wanting the hassle of cooking after a day’s adventures? Kick back and relax in your cosy barn and hire the estate’s private chef to cook a country style or a la carte dining experience, a wonderful treat for all, or indulge in a personal training session or yoga for one to one or more (must be booked in advance). Whatever you choose to do, Paddocks Mill will not disappoint.£161From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Frampton Mansell, EnglandThe Downs Barn Lodge is a single-storey, detached lodge, within an AONB, sadly we have recently lost all of our re-homed battery chickens, but we are waiting for the next batch to be liberated. Adjacent to the owner’s beautiful home, which has featured in many magazines and newspapers, the holiday property is located in the heart of the Cotswolds, between the town of Stroud and Cirencester. There is an award-winning farm shop and café just a 3-minute walk from the property. Superbly located for touring the villages of the Cotswold Hills, Tetbury and Westonbirt all close by, and Cheltenham within 20 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tarlton, EnglandThese attractive properties lie in the heart of the Cotswold Hills. With characteristic dry stone walling dividing sweeping sheep pastures, ancient beech woods, trout streams, charming towns and villages of honey-coloured Cotswold limestone. The Cheltenham Gold Cup, Badminton Horse Trials, 5 minutes. Famous gardens including Hidcote Manor, Kiftsgate and Westonbirt Arboretum; National Trust properties include Bowood House, Chedworth Roman Villa and Corinium Museum within an easy drive. Ideal for golf and horse riding, 5 miles. Shops 3 miles, wine bar 5¼ miles.£110From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Malmesbury, EnglandThis detached, single-storey cottage is situated in the peaceful hamlet of Corston, next door to the owner’s property, just a short distance from the thriving Cotswold town of Malmesbury, England’s oldest borough with a rich history. Take in the Grade I listed Market Cross, visit the 12th century abbey and enjoy the Abbey House Gardens. The bustling streets offer an array of independent retailers along with a weekly farmer and artisan market. Also within easy reach is Chavenage House, an Elizabethan manor house, and nearby is the National Arboretum, in Westonbirt. The Cotswold Water Park offers a wide range of nature activities and water sports. The famous Wildfowl and Wetlands site at Slimbridge, and Berkeley Castle, are also within easy reach. With many events throughout the year, the property is an ideal base for the horse trials at Badminton, Highgrove House and Gatcombe Park.
The holiday cottage is light and spacious with vaulted ceilings, enhancing the contemporary style furniture with a twist of Cotswold style. The living area boasts comfortable sofas where you can relax and watch a film, and the dining area is perfect for a lazy breakfast. The kitchen is well-equipped with facilities to cook a delicious home made meal. Just off the living area, you will find a cosy bedroom with a kingsize bed and an en-suite shower room. Heading outside, you will find an enclosed, private courtyard with a seating area. There is off road parking for one car. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Moreton-in-Marsh, EnglandWren’s Nest is a well-appointed, mid-terraced bungalow, nestled in the centre of Moreton-in-Marsh. This well-equipped property boasts many comforts with 100% cotton sheets, luxury towels, bathrobes and a cosy seating area for total relaxation, with a good book and your favourite tipple.
The property gives convenient access to the many delights this Cotswold market town has to offer, including restaurants, public houses, antique shops and boutiques. Moreton-in-Marsh is an excellent base for exploring many of the surrounding picturesque Cotswold villages which lie in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including Stow-on-the-Wold, which is just 4 miles away, Chipping Campden and Chipping Norton are 8½ miles away and Broadway and Bourton-on-the-Water are 10 miles. Daylesford Organic Farm is just 6 miles away, a beautiful place to visit for tea, coffee and lunch. There is an abundance of attractions close by including Batsford Arboretum, Sezincote House and garden and several National Trust properties, also within easy reach. Slightly further afield but within a 30-minute drive are the popular destinations of Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, the regency town of Cheltenham and the medieval town of Burford. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.£138From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Cirencester, EnglandMuntjac Lodge accommodates up to 11 guests in open plan living space, making it a perfect place for family celebrations. The Lower Mill Estate in Somerford Keynes, a development of stunning, contemporary homes, is situated on a private 450-acre natural reserve. The gated and managed estate comprises of woodland and meadows crossed by three rivers and surrounded by serene lakes. In addition to the house’s facilities, guests can enjoy the estate’s ArtSpa, with indoor and outdoor heated pools, eco-pool, sauna, steam room, gym and treatments by arrangement. On the estate there is a tennis court, nature trails and cycle tracks, playground, equipment hire and restaurant with farm shop.
The Cotswolds make no secret of being a popular tourist destination and there is so much unique charm and beauty to explore. Cirencester, sometimes referred to as the capital of the Cotswolds, blends history and architecture with modern culture, making it a perfect market town to tick off the list. From museums and religious buildings to regular markets and independent boutiques, there is plenty to keep you occupied. This picturesque part of the UK has lots to offer visitors of all ages, but it is bound to attract anyone who appreciates scenic walks, characterful villages and wildlife. Another great reason to holiday in this area is the Cotswold Water Park; over 40 square miles of activity and adventure for all the family.
Shop, pub and restaurant on-site.£266From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
