Dog-Friendly Cottages
Explore our collection of fabulous dog-friendly cottages, featuring secluded country hideaways, luxury cottages on estates, beautiful beach houses, farmhouses, cosy lodges, quirky shepherd's huts, and larger properties for family or group gatherings. Find your next holiday cottage with PetsPyjamas, perfect for dog-friendly short breaks or longer holidays with your four-legged friend.
Bridport, England
4.50Set in the unspoilt village of Bothenhampton about a mile from Bridport and the new harbour of West Bay, where the TV series ’Broadchurch’ was filmed, and its beaches. The historic rope-making town of Bridport with its twice weekly market is a gateway town to the Jurassic Coast, England’s only natural World Heritage Site. Sweet Briar (ref 8234) and Buzzards (ref 8235, first floor) are in the east wing of an old country house and Farthings (ref 19292) is in the west. Many badgers have made their sets in the hill behind, and there is an abundance of wildlife. Perfect for relaxing or more invigorating walking holiday in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which includes extensive National Trust land. Chesil Beach, one of the finest barrier beaches, begins at West Bay. Lyme Regis with its Cobb and the famous fossil beach at Charmouth are close by. Not far away is the ancient town of Dorchester with its Iron Age hill fort and Roman town house and many other sites of historic interest. Spend a day at Abbotsbury Swannery, the only place in the world where you can walk among the baby swans (hatching from May). Golf course and leisure centre nearby. Bike hire available locally. Ideal for exploring the Jurassic Coast or for just relaxing in this tranquil village. Shop, pub and restaurant¾ mile. £48From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Haslemere, England 5.00Lovely detached studio lodge set in beautiful countryside in Linchmere within the South Downs National Park. Sauna. Private decked area. WiFi. Perfect romantic retreat, ideal base for walking and cycling. Pet-friendly. Midhurst 5 miles.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Deal, England 5.00Leighwood is a beautiful barn conversion set in a large properties grounds, surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet only a 25-minute walk via bridleways away from multiple beaches and St George’s Royal Golf Course. This property is ideal for a couple who enjoy walking, visiting the local villages and towns or just going to the beach.
Within the grounds you have the ability to wander around and enjoy the stunning views surrounding you. A short walk away you have the options of various beaches and towns in Sandwich, Deal, Ramsgate and Dover. With plenty to do in the surrounding area, take your pick or simply enjoy the property and grounds it is set in for a more romantic break. Beach 3 miles.£77From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saxmundham, England 1.00Nestling in Suffolk’s Heritage Coast near the seaside fishing village of Dunwich and on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, these comfortable conversions are within easy reach of forest, heath and beach. In a secluded rural setting, near the owner’s home, they enjoy open views over fields and woods. Visitors can enjoy wildlife at Dunwich Forest (0.75 miles) or RSPB Minsmere. Walberswick, with its sandy beach and dunes, the elegant resort of Southwold, Aldeburgh and Snape Maltings are all nearby. Golf, fishing and archery 1 mile. Shop 1 mile and pub 2 miles.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bolam, England 5.00Perfectly located in the small, unspoilt village of Bolam, this beautiful single-storey holiday property, attached to the owner’s home, is in the ideal location for guests wishing to really explore the local area and surrounding counties. This quaint village is small and welcoming, and occupies a crest of high ground on the edge of the Tees basin with panoramic views into the Tees Vale. Guests will often see horses being ridden through the main street at any time of day and will be far away from any of the hustle and bustle of daily life. Ideal for guests wanting to enjoy a quiet romantic break, Bolam is peaceful and pretty, and is home to a village pub that serves food and drink, situated just a few hundred yards away from the cottage. There is also a Michelin starred restaurant that is located just 3 miles away too, making this the perfect excuse to enjoy a fabulous three course meal in top quality surroundings.
Perfect for walkers, cyclists and ramblers, with plenty of walks, cycle paths, bridleways and established footpaths that pass through the village and beyond into some of the most picturesque countryside that County Durham has to offer. Taking guests through unspoilt woodland, open fields and fabulous countryside, guests will be able to wander far and wide through some of the many small villages and towns that lie in the surrounding areas including Staindrop, Heighington, Cockfield, Evenwood, Little Newsham and Ingleton.
For guests who enjoy a round of golf on their holiday, there is the perfect opportunity to visit one of the many surrounding golf courses, including Headlam Hall Country Hotel and Spa, and Bishop Auckland Golf Club. The pretty village of Staindrop is only a little over 8 miles away and is an ideal destination for a day trip. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and peppered with cafés, tea shops, pubs and a butchers, this is a great spot to enjoy a leisurely lunch and then a wander around Raby Castle, where visitors will have the pleasure of being able to catch a glimpse of over two hundred deers, comfortable in their natural habitat within the grounds of the estate and castle. Only 14 miles away, the thriving and historic town of Barnard Castle is also a must see. There is a popular weekly farmers market offering local produce, as well as many various pubs, restaurants, shops and places of interest, including the ruins of the castle itself, along with a visit to the world famous Bowes Museum.
Visit the cathedral city of Durham, which is only a 35-minute drive away, with an abundance of historic and popular attractions, including Durham Castle, Durham Cathedral and the River Wear. Durham is a city that is thriving all year round and is an ideal location for all ages, with many popular activities and shows to see and enjoy including the Lumiere Festival, jazz festival, book week, arts week and the theatre, as well as many designer boutiques and shops.
Beach 25 miles. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Moretonhampstead, England 5.00Situated within the Dartmoor National Park, set back from a beautiful, leafy stretch of the B3212 and a mile from Doccombe, these two, lodge-style properties (refs W43911, 28924), accessed via a track, are adjacent to the owners’ home. The holiday lodges lie in a lovely setting that offer a comfortable base from which to explore the surrounding area. There are 13 acres of beautiful, ancient woodland and a field, complete with a stream winding its way through the land, plus an abundance of wildlife and granite boulders. A rich variety of plants and woodland flowers offer an idyllic haven for the resident wildlife. This is a brilliant area for walking, relaxing and star gazing as there is no light pollution. Nearby, a golf club and horse riding over Dartmoor are available. Being in the midst of Dartmoor, there are many superb walks, reservoirs, heather-clad tors and Dartmoor ponies. It is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and in the springtime, the Dunsford woods are famous for beautiful natural daffodils and a little later, a carpet of bluebells. Exeter is only 10 miles. Beach 14 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Both properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 5 guests.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Caldbeck Fells, EnglandWoodpecker Cottage is a handsome two bedroom cottage with hot tub situated in the beautiful open countryside on the northern fringes of the Lake District National Park. It is nestled in 23 acres of land which guests can enjoy, and is also close to the fell villages of Caldbeck, Hesket New Market and Uldale. The cottage is well placed to walk the tranquil northern fells or to visit the unspoilt Cumbrian coast, Carlisle and Hadrian’s Wall. The renowned Cumbrian village of Caldbeck with a pub, tea rooms and shop is nearby. Nearest beach 16 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.
Woodpecker Cottage can be booked together with Nuthatch Cottage (CC119138), Treehouse Cabin (UK1087), Osprey Lodge (UK11317), Kestrel Cabin (UK1246), Farmhouse Cottage (UK1285), Safari Tent (UK1286), Barn Owl Bothy (UK1366), Skylark Lodge (UK1378), Curlew (UK1389), Lapwing (UK1390), Merlin’s Cabin (UK1391), Robins Lodge (UK13643) and Starling Lodge (UK31071) to accommodate up to 53 guests.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
North Walsham, EnglandWith ground floor accommodation throughout and little touches like the Egyptian bed linen and towels, and a welcome tray with local produce, a warm welcome awaits at The Tack Room. This property has been lovingly furnished and decorated with high end touches throughout, to ensure that you have a lovely holiday.
Offering a stylish country and coastal break for those looking for tranquil surroundings with views across the stunning Norfolk countryside, while still benefitting from local shops, cafés and pubs close by, this charming property is set within the owner’s land and is perfectly placed for beach lovers and Broads enthusiasts alike. With inspiring walks along the Paston Way from the adjacent meadow, where a whole habitat of wildlife can be found, including deer, hares, badgers and birds. Also very close by lies the stunning Mundesley beach. Here you will find some glorious sandy beaches which offer great sun-bathing and winter walking opportunities.
Venture a little further however and you can explore the bustling seaside town of Cromer, with its numerous seaside attractions and great places to eat, drink and shop. Take a walk along the Edwardian seafront and explore the pier, which is perfect for a coffee and the opportunity to savour some famous Cromer Crab. It also boasts the last seasonal end of pier show of its kind, a must for a truly rounded seaside experience. Head west to Blakeney for a spot of crabbing or east and discover all the fun of the fair and heaps more on Great Yarmouth’s Golden Mile. In fact, coast lovers will be spoilt for choice with a range of coastal habitats ready to be explored including sand dunes, salt marshes and wide sand or shingle beaches. Head inland a little and visit Wroxham, the gateway to the Norfolk Broads. Here you can charter your own boat for the day or join a tour that drifts along these much-celebrated waterways. You can even take a nostalgic journey by steam train on the Bure Valley Railway enjoying the scenic countryside as you travel to the popular market town of Aylsham.
For a change of pace, head to the historic city of Norwich, either by car or from nearby Gunton Train Station. There is so much to explore in this fine city which is a regular on City Break Hotlists. Try a tour around the Norman castle or one of the numerous museums, galleries or theatres and then do a bit of shopping on the award-winning market or in the medieval courtyards and renowned Norwich Lanes. Add in the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections, The Felbrigg, Blickling, Holkham and Sandringham Estates, Amazonia Zoo, Bewilderwood, Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, RSPB Cley Marshes, Sheringham Park, North Norfolk Railway and so very much more and you will soon see why guests flock to this area time and time again. Then you get to return to The Tack Room and sit on the lovely, decked area and gaze across the fields as the sun sets, sure of a great night’s sleep. Lucky you! Beach 1 mile.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Colintraive, ScotlandSurrounded by 150 acres of glorious wooded grounds, abundant in wildlife. Amidst a glorious landscape of unspoilt wooded glens, fragmented coastline, stunning sea lochs and breathtaking bays, the delightful cottages at Home Farm nestle in the peaceful wooded valley of the River Ruel. The steading and cottages, formerly the home farm to the estate, have been lovingly restored and are very comfortably furnished in contemporary Scottish style. Their spacious courtyard setting affords each of them a sense of privacy and they all boast access to 150 acres of wooded grounds, abundant in bird and wildlife, with free trout and salmon fishing on the Ruel beat owned by Home Farms - the fishing hut provides an ideal picnic spot. One of the most admired views in Scotland, The Kyles of Bute, awaits discovery just 6 miles away, as do the tranquil village of Tighnabruaich’s lovely natural bays, sandy beach, shops, restaurants and 9 hole golf course. Colintraive, 9 miles, offers a pub serving good food and there is a summer shop (limited opening hours) adjacent to Home Farm. Beach 5 miles. Shop 13 miles, pub and restaurant 7 miles.£105From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Deal, EnglandAn ideal choice for couples, solo travellers, or small families looking for a peaceful base in which to explore this beautiful area, with an enclosed private patio garden for you to relax come evening or to enjoy breakfast together before heading out for the day. Formerly The Honey House was for the owner’s late father, a keen beekeeper, aptly named and with soft furnishings giving a nod to its former use. From the enclosed patio garden step inside the open-plan living area, with a fully equipped kitchen ideal for packing up a lunch for the day or evening meals, a dining table for four, and a comfortable sofa and armchair to relax come the evening. Retreat to the double bedroom after a day of exploring for a restful night’s sleep. Come morning, say hello to your neighbours – the friendly dogs, goats that will be sure to greet you as you come and go.
Situated on the outskirts of the small village of Eastry, with picturesque walking routes to the village, and the friendly village pub is a 15-minute walk or 2-minute drive away. The historic, charming town of Sandwich, a 5-minute drive away, is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Britain, with its pretty streets lined with historic buildings and quaint cottages, set back from, and overlooking the quay, with a choice of independent restaurants, cafés, pubs and individual shops. There are boat trips from Sandwich taking you to marvel at the seals lining the edge of Pegwell Bay Nature Reserve, a real sight to see. For a day at the beach, Sandwich Bay is certainly worth a visit, whilst the shingled beach at Deal is also nearby, within a 15-minute drive; as well as the vibrant, creative centre of Deal, with intriguing art galleries, boutique shops, and excellent eateries. The Honey House really is in an ideal position for exploring much of Kent’s hot spots, coast, and countryside.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
