Dog-Friendly Cottages Devon
The delightful county of Devon in the UK’s Southwest showcases scenic natural wonders, delicious local produce and dog-friendly hotels. For everything you can think of in a perfect holiday, your dog is welcome to join you. Discover Devon’s beauty with our curated list of cottages holiday homes for your idyllic short break with your furry best friend.
Kentisbeare, EnglandA charming cottage in a small quiet village in the Blackdown Hills. Dating back to the 17th century, Lanes Cottage retains many original features including oak beams and a stunning inglenook fireplace with wood burner, perfect for cosy nights in.
Great for couples and families alike, Lanes Cottage is approximately 4 miles from Cullompton and the M5 junction, so is ideally located for exploring Exmoor, Dartmoor and Exeter. It is only 30 minutes’ from the coast at Beer, Sidmouth and Exmouth. Local leisure facilities available are available and include plenty of walks, ideal for for pet owners, fishing, horse riding and swimming. Village shop and pub ¼ mile.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Paignton, EnglandThis detached holiday bungalow with summerhouse is situated in a quiet residential area, and close to all amenities. This is a good location for a family holiday, walking or birdwatching. There are many National Trust properties close by. Dartmouth and Kingswear are both a short drive where you can visit the castle, or take a river trip to see the ships and yachts. Paignton Zoo is a must, as is Dartmoor with its dramatic landscape and Dartmoor ponies. Sandy beach 1 mile. Shops ½ mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£77From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tavistock, EnglandLocated on a working dairy farm of over 240 acres, in the heart of the Tamar Valley, AONB, Badger is a single storey stone, semi-detached barn conversion with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The holiday cottage has its own patio and a shared field and play area for children to use. Gulworthy is on the Devon/Cornwall border, and right on the doorstep is Morewellham Quay. The Tamar Valley Trail is a favourite for walkers and cyclists. Tavistock, 3 miles, has pannier and farmers markets, shops, restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and a live music venue. Horse riding, fishing, canoeing, boat trips and even a train from Calstock into Plymouth are some of the things you can try whilst staying here. There are two supermarkets in Haverstock, which is 2 miles away and the nearest petrol garage is just a mile from Badger Cottage. For those wishing to leave the car behind there are a number of local pubs within half a mile. Shops 2 miles, pub ½ mile.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Cudlipptown, EnglandSet on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, Moorview Cottage is a detached barn conversion, located just behind the owner’s home. Surrounded by lovely gardens, the cottage has its own drive and private off road parking. Laid out in a ‘reversed living’ with bedrooms on the ground floor and living area on the first floor. Moorview Cottage is literally a short walk up onto the wild, ruggedness of Dartmoor. Located in the quiet hamlet of Cudlipptown, this is just on the outskirts of the village of Peter Tavy. Here you will find a friendly and welcoming local inn. Just 4 miles from the historic market town of Tavistock. Here you will find a good ranges and shops and local amenities plus some very interesting historical buildings and connections, and with a fabulous indoor pannier market. This cottage is a superb holiday home, warm and comfortable all year around, ideal for families and also for couples who want a tranquil peaceful location. From the garden there are lovely views up onto the moor and at night, the dark sky makes for excellent stargazing. If you’re the outdoor type, there are some fabulous walks and cycle routes along the Granite Trail and Lydford Gorge (National Trust). If you fancy something a little more adventurous, go out trekking from the local horse riding stables in the village of Mary Tavy. Centrally located midway between the North and South coasts, there are beaches at Bude and Westward Ho! that are well worth the drive. Other highlights are Drogo Castle (National Trust), Roadford Lake, Tarka Trails at Gunnislake and a day trip to Plymouth, with it rich naval history, has lots to offer visitors. Beach 18 miles. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 1 mile.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Gulworthy, EnglandThese two first floor holiday apartments are located adjacent to the Copper Penny Inn with Wi-Fi available, a traditional village pub located in the little hamlet called Chipshop on the outskirts of Tavistock. It is situated on the Devon/Cornwall border close to the Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tamar Trails within 1 mile. The owners, who are local farmers as well as publicans, also have a farm shop on-site selling locally produced meats and organic vegetables. This is the ideal location for couples or small families of all ages looking for a convenient base from which to explore a wide area. Locally there is Tavistock, the ancient market town, Morewellham Quay, or Cotehele National Trust on the banks of the River Tamar. The unusual name of the village, ‘Chipshop’, derives from the old days when miners working the local copper mines were paid in ‘chips’ which could be exchanged for goods in the local shops and inns. Beach 20 miles. Farm shop on-site, shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant adjacent.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Gulworthy, EnglandThese two first floor holiday apartments are located adjacent to the Copper Penny Inn with Wi-Fi available, a traditional village pub located in the little hamlet called Chipshop on the outskirts of Tavistock. It is situated on the Devon/Cornwall border close to the Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Tamar Trails within 1 mile. The owners, who are local farmers as well as publicans, also have a farm shop on-site selling locally produced meats and organic vegetables. This is the ideal location for couples or small families of all ages looking for a convenient base from which to explore a wide area. Locally there is Tavistock, the ancient market town, Morewellham Quay, or Cotehele National Trust on the banks of the River Tamar. The unusual name of the village, ‘Chipshop’, derives from the old days when miners working the local copper mines were paid in ‘chips’ which could be exchanged for goods in the local shops and inns. Beach 20 miles. Farm shop on-site, shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant adjacent.£49From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Exmouth, EnglandThis wonderful, spacious semi-detached family holiday home is ideally located only 500 yards from the beach. The property has been decorated and furnished to a very good standard, and has an enclosed garden with sitting-out area, ideal for al fresco dining. This is a great location for a family holiday, or for friends to get together, and is also ideal for walkers, bird watchers and cyclists, or just to have a relaxing holiday by the sea. Budleigh Salterton has many independent shops, lovely tea rooms and wonderful pubs. Being so close to the Jurassic Coast, this is the ideal base for walking; the coastal path takes you to Lyme Bay, Branscombe, Beer, Sidmouth and Seaton, and Exeter, with its cathedral, is 11 miles away. There is so much to do, whether you are taking a family holiday or a short break away. Take a trip to Dartmoor with its ponies, tors and pubs tucked away in the countryside. Take a drive to Exmouth; the River Exe is a favourite haunt for bird watchers, or take a boat across to Starcross. There are also many golf courses nearby and NT properties all worth visiting. Paignton and Torquay are within driving distance, where you can visit Kent’s Cavern, the model village, and enjoy boat trips which take you to Brixham. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£111From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Modbury, EnglandLovely detached property overlooking Burgh Island with spacious garden and panoramic sea views; 300 meters to the coastal path and sandy beaches beyond.£159From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandJust 1 mile from Brixham’s beach, this modern house is perfect for those of you looking to take your family and dogs on a seaside holiday. The airy open plan living space is great for all of you to get together for a homecooked meal or to sit in front of the Smart TV and watch a film. For those colder days, curl up on the 6-seater sofa in front of the electric fire and enjoy a good book.
There are two bedrooms, one of which has a snug area with a Smart TV and Xbox 360 – the perfect place for teenagers to get away from the adults! The contemporary, fully tiled bathroom offers a welcoming bath, which will be greatly needed after a busy day exploring. A dedicated parking space is provided, meaning you can leave the car behind and explore Brixham on foot.
Brixham’s harbour and town centre is a short distance away and full of seafood restaurants and pubs, so if you don’t feel like cooking, you will find plenty of places to eat. Boats can take you over to the bustling resort of Torquay, where you can find lots to keep the whole family entertained.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandNassau Court is an exclusive development built on the shoreline at Westward Ho!. This unique position benefits from one of the most spectacular sea views in the South West.
Sand Dunes is a stunning three bedroom, first floor duplex apartment finished to a very high standard with the main focal point being the stunning uninterrupted sea views and amazing sunsets from the living area, which span right across the beautiful Westward Ho! and Northam Burrow beaches. The floor to ceiling windows and large private balcony running across the living area will ensure you make the most of this exclusive location.
This is a reverse-level duplex with the bedrooms and the bathrooms on the main floor and open plan living/dining/kitchen space on the first floor, accessed by a staircase of 23 steps. This property has allocated parking with a lift to the apartment.
Westward Ho!, a few minutes flat walk from the apartment, offers an array of seaside amenities, quaint streets, colourful architecture and fascinating curiosity shops. The beach in front of the apartment is known as the Golden Bay, whilst the South West Coastal Path also runs through Westward Ho! – a must for keen cyclists and walkers - plus swimming, surfing, canoeing and fishing are all close by. The Tarka Trail is also in close proximity, providing the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line amidst some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery.
For a day with a difference take a trip across to Lundy Island, home to England’s first statutory Marine Nature Reserve due to its unique flora and fauna. Measuring just 3 miles by ¾ mile, this entire island has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
For visitors seeking a piece of Devon life then the towns of Barnstaple and Bideford provide the opportunity to wander during their weekly pannier markets, with a host of local produce and crafts on offer.£111From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
