Dog Friendly Lodges Norfolk
Explore our collection of dog-friendly cottages in Norfolk, featuring fabulous seaside retreats and countryside manors that provide the perfect base for exploring this magnificent part of the country with your canine companion.
Whether you're planning scenic walks around the North Norfolk coast or wanting to head down the Norfolk broads, we've got the best pet friendly cottages for your furry friend.
- Waxham, EnglandLess than a mile from Waxham beach and with a quiet waterway 100 yards at the end of the garden (to Horsey Mere and the Broads), these two comfortable properties are set in 12 acres of partially wooded grounds with woodland paths to explore. Each enjoys its own area of large lawned garden, and there is a woodland play area away from the river. Great Yarmouth 13 miles. Norwich 22 miles. Free coarse fishing (in season), and bird watching (including European Cranes) all year. Shops and pubs 2 miles.£63From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Diss, EnglandDetached barn conversion with character features close to Norfolk village of Pulham Market. En-suite bedrooms, two courtyard areas. Ideal for families. Diss 8 miles. Norwich 17 miles.£59From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Happisburgh, EnglandWithin 2 miles of the beach, peacefully tucked away along the North Norfolk coast, surrounded by open countryside, these traditional Norfolk brick and flint barns (refs 30395, 30396, 30397, 30398, UKC660 and UK36552) have been converted, boasting character features, oak flooring, wood burners and equipped to provide the warmest welcome and a very relaxing holiday. With the owners living on-site, each barn has been carefully designed to retain its own privacy, and boasts a fenced courtyard garden with seating furniture and a barbecue. The seaside village of Walcott is within walking distance, and just a short drive away are the traditional seaside towns of Cromer, Sheringham, Mundesley and Sea Palling. Guests are welcome to enjoy the 1-acre of shared meadow grassland for play, relaxing or exploring. The site is abundant in nature and wildlife, with its own resident barn owl. Quiet lanes and footpaths surround the barns to offer excellent walking and cycling direct from the doorstep. The City of Norwich is approximately a 30-minute drive away, and has many attractions including excellent shopping, cathedral, castle museum, theatre, art galleries, cafés and restaurants. Wroxham, 12 miles, capital of the famous Norfolk Broads is great for daily boat hire, river trips and waterside cafés. Fantastic family days out can be enjoyed at Cromer, 12 miles, where there is a promenade, pier, seasonal entertainment, beach, Amazona Zoo and RNLI working lifeboat station. Take a boat trip from Blakeney Quay to visit the basking seal colonies or go crabbing along the quayside. Golf nearby. Beach 2 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£115From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Hunstanton, EnglandThese stunning barn conversions are set on the border of a deer park in Snettisham. The semi-rural and peaceful location of these comfortable and characterful barns offers a sense of calm and relaxation. The Old Paybarn (ref UK39378) has a large and comfortable living room where you can sink into the comfortable sofas and warm up in front of the fire, before retiring to the comfortable beds. Here you can enjoy sweet dreams in the peaceful countryside, where the only sounds you will hear are bird songs and the sounds of the horses. The master bedroom is situated on the ground floor and has an en-suite, whilst located on the first floor is the second family bedroom. In addition to the exceptional finish, the barn has all the modern day comforts. If there are more in your party you can also book the Annexe at Park Farm barns (ref UK39379) which sleeps 2 and features a hot tub. It also has a large bedroom with a kingsize bed and an en-suite shower.
The pleasant village of Snettisham offers something for everyone, whatever your age and whatever the weather! The beach here is enormous – wide and spacious. It lies almost 2 miles from the village centre and is a mixture of stone and sand, with a grassy area behind. At the southern end of Snettisham beach is the well-known RSPB Nature Reserve. Here you will find a number of hides you can use without having to be a member. From the hides you can enjoy one of the country’s greatest wildlife spectacles. This is especially so when the rising high spring tides force thousands of birds to leave the mudflats where they are feeding and settle close to the hides.
Snettisham is a walker’s haven, particularly for dog owners, with the village having miles of public footpaths plus the ancient Peddars Way is found nearby. A firm favourite for children is Snettisham Park Farm, which is a working farm that offers hands-on activities. Along with the traditional farm animals, deer and llamas can be found here, plus tractor and trailer rides, making this a family fun day out. Again aimed at children, the traditional seaside town of Hunstanton with its sandy beach, promenade, sea-life centre and fairground rides is just a mere 5 miles away. For adults you will be spoilt for choice of where to visit first, with so many fantastic places to explore locally, such as the Royal Sandringham Estate, Holkham Hall, Norfolk Lavender and Houghton Hall to name just a few. Beach, shop and pub within 3 miles.
The Old Paybarn (ref UK39378) and The Annexe at Park Farm Barns (ref UK39379) can be booked together to accommodate up to 7 guests.£65From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Wroxham, EnglandA wonderful single level barn set in rural Norfolk boasting its big open skies, yet an easy drive of the Coast and National Park Norfolk Broads.
The barn has shared use to the games room with entertainment area and an indoor heated swimming pool, available for hourly pre booking allowing your very own private use. The games room will delight, having table tennis, ice hockey, pool table and comfy sofa area with TV and large selection of DVD’s. Tastefully styled to provide contemporary, comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, perfect for all year-round bookings. Being single level and having no stairs makes it an ideal choice for guests wanting to avoid. To the front is a private enclosed courtyard seating area, perfect relaxing, and enjoying alfresco eating.
Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, is just 11 minutes’ drive, a perfect base to explore the 125 miles of navigable waterways, daily boat hire, river trips, canoes and kayaks area available to hire. Good selection of shops, waterside cafés and restaurants.Wroxham Barns is just a few minutes’ drive with craft barns, boutique and shops, restaurants, play park and petting farm, which the younger children adore! Seaside resort of Sea Palling has excellent sandy beach backed by sand dunes, restaurant, small arcade and café, 18 minutes’ drive. Bygone museums, craft centres, National Trust parks and homes of Blickling and Felbrigg Halls are all within an easy drive. City of Norwich, 13 miles, has a magnificent cathedral, castle museum, art galleries, cinemas, theatre, cafés, fine restaurants and excellent shopping. Blakeney Quay and Morston Harbour located further along the north Norfolk coast offer seal watching boat trips and pubs and restaurants serving superb locally caught seafood.
Fishing is available (in season with licence) Sea Palling, Cromer and Sheringham beaches are great for sea fishing and alongside the River Bure for river fishing. Many fishing lakes within surrounding area. Great golf courses are within an easy drive. Sheringham cliff top, Sprowston, Barnham Broom and Bawburgh will certainly delight any keen golfer. Sandy beach 8.5 miles. Pub serving food 1.5 miles. Shops, supermarket 5 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 11 guests.£120From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Dereham, EnglandWelcome to peaceful and serene surroundings offering a tranquil escape from the bustling day to day life. Aptly named ’Middle of Nowhere’, this is where you can simply relax and enjoy the tranquillity. Here you will find a unique cluster of luxurious holiday homes benefitting from their own private garden with comfortable garden furniture. The properties have been designed with comfort and relaxation in mind with high quality furnishings, comfy sofas, well-equipped kitchens with high end appliances, elegant counter tops and stylish cabinetry. The open plan living seamlessly integrates the living room, dining area and kitchen, providing a spacious and inviting atmosphere, perfect for entertaining guests or spending quality time with loved ones. Luxurious bathrooms are offered throughout, including walk-in showers, freestanding soak bathtub, elegant tiling and ample storage space for towels and toiletries.
You are never too far from anywhere with excellent walks and cycling opportunities on doorstep. Whitwell and Reepham Railway station nestled alongside The Marriott’s Way, an excellent place for walking and cycling along miles of original track-bed (now known as Marriott’s Way after an engineer who built the line). The railway station, now restored to its former glory, also has a café for a cuppa and slice of cake. Explore the museum and station, and then relax with a refreshing drink in the pretty gardens. At weekends, ride up and down the tracks on one of the trains.
For golfers, the Royal Norwich Golf Course is 6 minutes’ drive with an 18-hole course and a 6-hole academy course. Facilities include short game area, practice bunkers, extensive practice putting green and range facilities. The on-site restaurant, bar and eatery offers breakfast through to fine dining opportunities.
Three delights of Norfolk all 30 minutes’ drive are the stunning north Norfolk coastline, famous Norfolk Broads National Park and the fine city of Norwich. Visit popular coastal towns such as Cromer, Wells-next-the-Sea or Sheringham. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach, indulge in fresh seafood, or enjoy traditional seaside amusements.
The Norfolk Broads is a popular destination for boating and birdwatching. Tuition, guided tours, paddle boards and canoeing are available. Hire a day boat or jump on board a river excursion to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Norwich is a must for any shopaholic with two indoor shopping malls and the market square, perfect for fresh sea food, fruit and vegetables. Norwich theatre hosts live performances, then there’s the medieval cathedral with stunning architecture and serene atmosphere. The castle museum is also well worth a visit. Bugz UK and Roarr Dinosaur Park are also nearby.
There are many eateries including fine dining to takeaway, real ale pubs, wine bars and gin palace. Reepham is only 3 miles for café, shop and eateries. Visit the Blickling Estate, a magnificent Jacobean mansion with stunning parklands. The estate hosts live events and exhibitions throughout the year. Wroxham Barns is a family-friendly attraction with craft shops, a mini-golf course and children’s play area. Enjoy browsing unique gifts, watch craftsmen at work and small animal petting farm. Pensthorpe Natural Park is a nature reserve and wildlife haven with nature trails and diverse bird species.£90From price per night based on 7 night stay