Dog-Friendly Cottages in 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.
Kildale, England
5.00Located on the Kildale Estate in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Warren Farmhouse dates back to 1780 and is the perfect peaceful retreat. It has been refurbished as a family home, retaining many original features and providing very comfortable accommodation. Log fires, beamed ceilings and a well equipped farmhouse kitchen with an aga add to the charm and character. Warren Farmhouse enjoys unbeatable views and is fabulously located for those seeking a beautiful rural getaway. Whilst the house is only occasionally snowed in, particularly between December and February, it is best suited to people who enjoy being in remote countryside. The surrounding fields and heather moorland are home to an abundance of wildlife, including lapwing, curlew and red grouse. Ideal for walking, bird watching, active holidays with family, friends, or to celebrate a special occasion. The moors, footpaths and bridleways are on your doorstep, and Kildale’s small train station is on the glorious Esk Valley line to the ancient seaport of Whitby, passing through Goathland, Heartbeat’s village; you can even enjoy the leisurely journey by steam. Visit the Georgian market town of Stokesley where the partly cobbled streets are lined with inns, tea rooms and a mix of shops. Explore the heritage coast and sandy beaches of Yorkshire with seaside towns such as Saltburn, Whitby and Scarborough within easy reach, and fishing villages including Staithes, Runswick Bay and Robin Hood’s Bay. Historic homes, abbeys and castles abound in this area with Newby Hall and Gardens, Castle Howard, the castle ruins in Helmsley and Rievaulx Abbey in the vicinity. Shop, pub and restaurant 4.5 miles.£198From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Harwood Dale, EnglandFor those who love the open countryside, long walks and nature, The Barn is the perfect spot to stay. Set within the North York Moors National Park and on a working sheep farm, it has everything for the great outdoors fanatic. The owners, who live adjacent, have renovated the old hay barn and have thought of everything, even down to dogs having their own private doggy shower room, so you can wash them off after a long walk in the beautiful countryside.
This detached property has been designed to make the most of the wonderful views across the dale, with large panoramic windows which leave you mesmerised by the view. All the bedrooms have private en-suite bath or shower rooms, and are decorated and furnished to a very good standard. The living room has a cosy wood burner and French doors leading out to the enclosed garden and patio area, and there is also a galleried reading area overlooking the living room. The master bedroom on the first floor once again captures the stunning views of the open countryside.
The Barn is ideally placed to visit the east coast of Yorkshire, with Scarborough, Whitby and Filey all just a short drive away. Scarborough is the nearest resort, with its long Marine Drive that takes you from North Bay to South Bay, passing the castle perched on the clifftop. The two bays are very contrasting, but one thing they both have in common is that they both have an excellent sandy beach. Scarborough has lots to offer, from excellent restaurants, shopping, a waterpark with a large wave pool and outdoor infinity pool, and of course the cricket festival.
The North York Moors National Park is also home to the Dalby Forest, with over 8,000 acres of woodland to explore and plenty of cycle and walking trails for all abilities. The Dalby Forest mountain biking track has hosted the world cup, so you will find some challenging runs there. It is also the home of the Go Ape adventure park, which is great for the children.
Within the hour you can be in the medieval city of York, with its picturesque streets and historic buildings. The city is voted every year as being one of the top 10 cities to visit. There are street entertainers, independent shops and cafes to enjoy, as well as museums and theatres. There is so much to see and do in the area, a week will not be long enough in this beautiful home! Beach 4 miles. Shop and restaurant 4 miles, pub 3 miles.£166From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bridlington, EnglandWelcome to Sandcastles, an outstanding holiday home with first floor sea views in Bridlington, East Yorkshire. This luxurious retreat is designed to provide a memorable and comfortable stay for families and groups looking to celebrate somewhere special.
As you enter the spacious hallway, you’ll find a convenient ground floor WC. The heart of the home is the open-plan kitchen, dining, and living room. The high-specification kitchen features an induction hob, double ovens, microwave, coffee machine, sandwich toaster, and more. The central island with breakfast bar seating for four makes casual dining a delight. Adjacent is a large contemporary dining table, perfect for family meals or entertaining. The living area is a haven of comfort with ample seating, a Smart TV, and bi-folding doors that open to an enclosed garden.
This outdoor space boasts a large patio with additional seating, a neatly trimmed lawn, and a private hot tub seating six, enclosed within a garden room—ideal for relaxation. A utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer adds convenience. Also on the ground floor is a versatile bedroom with a zip and link bed, Smart TV, and garden views, perfect for flexible sleeping arrangements. Finishing the ground floor accommodation is a further living room with deep filled sofas and large Smart TV. The first floor offers a choice of four beautifully presented bedrooms, each with a Smart TV. These rooms feature a mix of king-size and super king-size zip and link beds, ensuring maximum comfort. Three bedrooms have immaculate en-suite shower rooms, and two offer sea views. A house bathroom with a bath and shower over completes this floor.
Sandcastles is meticulously designed with stunning interior decor and luxurious touches throughout. It’s only 100 yards from the beach, with a long promenade into Bridlington or the option to take the land train. A golf course lies immediately behind the property. This celebration home is perfect for family gatherings, and it’s dog-friendly with plenty of facilities for children and babies. Bridlington offers two beaches, a leisure centre with a swimming pool, and Bridlington Spa for live events year-round.
Nearby attractions include Danes Dyke Nature Reserve, RSPB Bempton Cliffs, Flamborough Heritage Coastline, and scenic cliff-top walks at Flamborough Head and Filey Brigg. The Yorkshire Wolds and North Yorkshire Moors National Park are close by, offering abundant walking and cycling opportunities. York and Whitby are an hour’s drive away. Bridlington is a thriving seaside town with activities for every season. Sandcastles is truly a celebration home to remember.£192From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Filey, EnglandNestled in a tranquil cul-de-sac on the outskirts of the family-friendly coastal town of Filey, "Field View" is a spacious three-story, five-bedroom detached family home offering the perfect blend of countryside serenity and seaside excitement.
This charming abode features expansive countryside views, and an enclosed dog and child-friendly garden, and promises a comfortable and memorable family holiday experience. The warm living room welcomes you with a wood burner, television, and French doors leading to the patio and garden.
The heart of the home is the well-equipped kitchen/diner with a family-sized dining table. The utility room provides additional convenience and access to the side of the property for sandy feet and muddy paws. The snug, equipped with a Smart TV and an Xbox One, ensures indoor entertainment with board games, books, and DVDs.
Spread over two floors, the five bedrooms include a master suite with a king-size bed and en-suite on the first floor, along with a double and twin room. The main bathroom offers flexibility with a bath and a mixer shower attachment. The second floor features a king-size and a twin bedroom with an additional shower room and toilet. The large garden offers picturesque views, a west-facing patio with seating, a trimmed lawn, mature borders, and play equipment. Secure storage is provided for larger items, enhancing your Yorkshire Coast experience.
Located just a 20-minute walk from the town centre, "Field View" is close to amenities and Filey Beach. Explore nearby attractions in Bridlington, and Scarborough, or venture further to York, York Minster, and the Yorkshire Wolds and Moors National Park, all within an hour’s drive. Perfect for families, "Field View" ensures a safe and enjoyable stay. Escape to this exceptional holiday haven in Filey, book your family retreat, and create lasting memories amidst North Yorkshire’s countryside and coastal wonders.£181From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- UNITED KINGDOMThe Hay Barn is a huge property, which is sure to delight, with far-reaching views over the countryside. This is a great size for big family get-togethers as well as groups of friends. Stepping inside you have beamed ceilings and traditional oak furnishings, welcoming you with an authentic country feel.
The spacious living room boasts the most incredible views with four sofas around the wood-burning stove. There is also a games room, with a selection of board games as well as a games console. In the open-plan kitchen and dining room, there is a huge dining table where you can all enjoy home-cooked meals together. There are two bedrooms on the ground floor, a double as well as a twin, both with en-suite shower rooms. Plus, a family bathroom. Up on the first floor, you have a further three bedrooms, a double with an en-suite shower, as well as a double and a twin. The property is completed with an additional shower room.
Outside you have your private patio, complete with a seating area. Perfect for both sunny days as well as star gazing evenings. Beyond the patio, there is a large open paddock, which can be enjoyed by guests in warmer months.
For those who love the great outdoors, this is the ideal destination, with wonderful footpaths, cycle routes as well as bridleways all radiating from your doorstep, giving you wonderful views through forests as well as over the rolling moorland. In the nearby village of Rosedale Abbey, 1½ miles away, you have a couple of pubs as well as a couple of cafés and a village shop. There is also a small pitch and putt golf course with a second larger golf course around a 15-minute drive away. Rosedale Abbey is very scenic and attracts many walkers. The famous ‘Old Ironstone Railway’ walk runs around the valley, and you can stop off at the lovely inn en route for some local ales and traditional food. The area is increasingly favoured by cyclists, who are also welcome to cycle the old railway line.
The Yorkshire Cycle Hub is 12 miles away at Fryup, offering cycle hire, alongside an excellent café. Dalby Forest is well worth a visit and is also great for cycling, with cycle hire and other adventure activities including zip wiring through the treetops. During your stay be sure to visit Ampleforth Abbey with its serene Abbey Church and grounds to explore at your leisure. Ampleforth boasts a great shop and tea room open in the summer, as well as orchards and a cider mill. Nearby Hutton-le-Hole, a picturesque village, offers a fantastic day out and even has its home-made chocolate shop. Visit Ryedale Folk Museum sample the popular local ice cream and take a paddle in the stream. Fancy a stately home? Then look no further than Castle Howard, well worth a trip and a beautiful day out.
The cottage is also within easy reach of Pickering with its many attractions including The North Yorkshire Moors Railway which goes all the way to Whitby, where you can enjoy possibly the most famous fish and chips in the UK. You are only a 30-minute drive from the heritage coast, with Whitby, Scarborough, Robin Hood Bay, and Staithes all within easy reach. This is a delightful destination all year round, whether your walks will be laced with blue bluebells in the spring, vivid purple heather in the summer, or glistening frost and deep virgin snow in the winter.
The Haybarn (UK42935) can be booked with Stable Cottage (UK42936) to accommodate up to 15 guests.£138From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Flamborough, EnglandNestled on the edge of the pretty village of Flamborough on the stunning Heritage coastline in North Yorkshire, is this stunning five-bedroomed house, Northstead Lodge. Enjoying a superb location with open views and private pool, this family and pet friendly holiday home is a fabulous choice for ten.
The property benefits from ample off road parking, enclosed mature rear garden with summer house, orchard and large pet friendly patio with additional seating. Inside you will find a large family kitchen complete with quartz worktops, belfast sink and a gas range. There is a breakfast bar and additional comfortable seating area where you can enjoy a glass of wine whilst watching the chef in the group cook up a delicious home cooked meal. The dining room with exposed beams sits next door and offers plenty of seating for everyone. Relax on an evening in the spacious living room with Smart TV. Disney Plus and Netflix have been provided for your entertainment. The modern wall-mounted electric fire will keep the chill away during the cooler winter months. A ground floor bedroom, ideal for those who can’t manage the stairs, has a super kingsize zip and link bed and sits to the front of the property. The private pool leads off from the kitchen and also provides a shower room for showering before taking a dip. French doors lead to the sun room which offers large sets of bi-fold doors leading out to the garden, a full length bar with seating and optics for your favourite holiday tipple as well as comfortable seating and a Smart TV. This area is sure to impress and delight! In the evening, retire to one of four further bedrooms offering a mixture of super kingsize zip and link and double options, two of which have en-suite bathrooms. The master bedroom also has a walk-in dressing room and mezzanine with comfortable seating. The house bathroom with free-standing bath and walk-in shower completes the first floor accommodation.
A gentle stroll will bring you to the village centre; here you will find a selection of tea rooms, shops including a great butcher, bakery, fish and chip options and a couple of great pubs. The local convenience store is also well stocked. Hike along the coastal paths, spend a day at RSPB Bempton Cliffs, tee off for a game of golf at the local golf course or enjoy the miles of walking and cycling opportunities within the Yorkshire Wolds. The stately homes of Sewerby Hall, Burton Agnes Hall and Sledmere House are waiting to be explored. Wander through Danes Dyke Nature Reserve or visit the charming Bondville Model Village. Further along the coast are the busting seaside towns of Bridlington and Filey. The historic walled City of York and port Town of Hull are just an hour’s drive away. Make this superb house with pool the base for your Yorkshire holiday. Beach 1 mile.£353From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Northallerton, EnglandIf you love vivid colours and exotic décor together with superb facilities and a lovely atmosphere, in a prime area of the UK, you have definitely found this with Manor Lodge. The owner has created this house to be an experience where you can enjoy the atmosphere and facilities without moving anywhere. Manor Lodge offers a superb cinema room and a games room with various games to keep the family occupied. Manor lodge also presents state - of-the-art massage experience hot tub with outdoor dining facilities providing a fantastic place to sit back and relax whilst having a well-deserved glass of fizz al fresco style in the summer months.
Manor Lodge is set within 3 acres of the stunning countryside which surrounds the property just outside Northallerton, a lively market town that features a superb market on Saturday and Wednesday. The world-famous Betty’s tea rooms which is a must and two Barkers department stores for all the shopaholics out there. Also, a superb array of independent cafés, restaurants should you wish to dine out, and many gift shops. Both the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales are also on the doorstep of Manor Lodge, featuring beautiful scenic walks, cycling routes. The wonderful village of Osmotherley is only 15 minutes away where you are guaranteed a superb pub lunch and amazing walks.
The medieval city of York and Newcastle are less than an hour away, as is the wonderful east coast should you decide to have a day at the beach. For a day at home, you can run around the 3-acre field, or play football due to the size of the garden. The garden and field are completely enclosed so dogs and children can play freely. For children’s enjoyment, Manor Lodge also has a climbing frame and a huge trampoline. Manor Lodge truly is an experience and guarantees families, friends, and couples a staycation you will never forget!£250From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Beverley, EnglandThese three properties are set on a working arable farm, which was a finalist in the ’Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards’ 2018.
All lovingly converted to a very good standard and each maintains many of there original features, including beams, tiled and wooden floors. The Old Stable (ref UK31779) has been expertly restored from stable sides which feature in the open plan living area. This area also has a series of small handmade stained-glass windows set high up on the back wall, which throw light onto the first-floor corridor. They are a delight and depict a story of a working horse and her foal, so in keeping with this fabulous holiday home. On the first floor are four of the five en-suite bedrooms offering a mixture of twin and kingsize accommodation. The house bathroom is an absolute delight with a free-standing roll-top bath, tiled floors and Velux windows. The Old Barn (ref UKC998) has two bedrooms on the ground floor along with the family bathroom, and the third bedroom on the first floor. The Cart Shed (ref UKC999) has the open plan living space on the first floor and all three bedrooms are on the ground floor, all three have their own TV. All three properties have underfloor heating throughout the ground floor which provides a cosy feel.
There are great walks round the farm, as well as along the riverbank and throughout the area. This location is also popular with cyclists, so be sure to bring your bikes and enjoy this delightful setting in style. Beverley is only 2½ miles away and is well known for its racecourse, minster, many boutiques and coffee shops. The coast at Hornsea can be reached within 10 miles, where visitors will find many of its traditional amusements and its promenade. To amuse your children, why not spend a day exploring the wildlife centre at Hornsea Mere?
York is a great place for a day out and is about an hour’s drive away. The Deep at Hull is one of the UK’s biggest aquariums and is well worth a visit and is about half an hour away.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 22 guests.£217From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Scarborough, EnglandBreathtaking sea views of both the North and South Bays can be enjoyed from nearly all the rooms in this imposing, Grade II listed Georgian town house which is peacefully situated on the headland under the shadow of Scarborough’s historic castle and opposite St Mary’s church, the final resting place of Anne Brontë. Whilst retaining many original features, the house has been refurbished to an exceptional standard. The first and second floor bedrooms enjoy either North or South Bay views. The first floor bedroom has a super-kingsize bed, original tiled fireplace and a magnificent en-suite with a raised bath and separate shower. The three bedrooms on the second floor have, respectively, a kingsize oak bed, a French double bed and twin beds. In the lower-ground floor sitting room there is a living flame gas fire.
The property has a spectacular clifftop garden with 180-degree North Bay and castle views, as well as a hot tub. Positioned a 5-minute walk from the heart of the town and a 10-minute walk from the beach, this makes a perfect base for exploring Britain’s original seaside resort with its sandy, accredited North Bay beach, award-winning Sea Life Marine Sanctuary and working harbour with small fishing fleet. On the south side there are boat trips around the bay and a great choice of restaurants, bars, cafes and traditional seaside stalls. Music lovers can visit the Scarborough Spa, which stages regular concerts and is home to the UK’s only remaining professional seaside orchestra, book tickets to the Open Air Theatre (past performers include Elton John and Duran Duran) or enjoy live music or karaoke in the town’s lively pubs. The famous Stephen Joseph Theatre offers an impressive evening programme of theatre and film, including plays by Scarborough’s very own Alan Ayckbourn.
Shops and pubs are 220 yards from the house and the North Bay, Old Town and town centre attractions are within walking distance. Scarborough has superb independent shops, especially at the historic Indoor Market, and countless family-friendly attractions, such as the Alpamare water slides and the quaint North Bay Railway. For energetic visitors, there’s surfing, paddleboarding, bodyboarding, golf and outstanding walking, both by the sea and inland. Further north along the Heritage coast lie the smugglers’ coves of Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes, and the North York Moors National Park is easily accessible with its steam railway, pretty villages and spectacular scenery.£154From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Gunnerside, EnglandThis Grade II listed cottage is located in the village of Gunnerside and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms
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