Dog-Friendly Holidays 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 hotels and cottages for your idyllic short break with your furry best friend.
Ashburton, England
5.00Originally built in 1840, dog-friendly Anrán Manor in Devon has been beautifully renovated into luxurious accommodation.
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Torquay, England 5.00Dog-friendly Shell Cottage in Devon is a one-bedroom, romantic retreat on Babbacombe Beach.
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Umberleigh, EnglandEastacombe is a traditional, detached village cottage that has undergone a complete transformation, having been totally renovated and extended in 2022/23. Access by car is easy to Eggesford Forest (10 miles towards Exeter), with the local country pub just a bit further along the A377 where you can have lunch before a walk in the woods. If you like a round of golf, more locally is Libbaton Golf Club at High Bickington, just 3 miles away, where anyone can have a game along with a beer or two and a meal.
The amazing accommodation on offer comprises four bedrooms on the first floor; two with lovely en-suites and all with Smart TVs. On the ground floor you’ll find the fifth bedroom, plus there’s a handy additional wet room. The living spaces include a huge open plan living space with a kitchen and large breakfast bar, as well as all the cooking utensils you may need. If you fancy relaxing away from the rest of the group there’s a gorgeous snug with a cosy wood burner at the front of the cottage. Outside you’ll find the patio and lawned garden, with a purpose built outdoor cooking area with a pizza oven and barbecue, and then there’s the hot tub you can relax in under the stars. And if you fancy some entertaining, you’ll love the games room which has pool and table tennis tables, table football and a dart board, plus a games console and its own toilet.
Within easy reach by car are the county’s two National Parks; Exmoor and Dartmoor. The location is 8 miles from the regional capital town of Barnstaple with its many cafés and restaurants, Queens Theatre, multi-screen cinema, leisure centre with swimming pool, a purpose-built tennis centre with indoor and outdoor courts, and an indoor trampoline centre. Just 30 miles to the south is the historic city of Exeter.
North Devon is famed for its fantastic natural attractions such as Exmoor National Park, with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’, the many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Lynton and Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village. If stunning beaches are your thing, then the region will leave you spoilt for choice with Saunton, Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! Beaches. The fantastic South West Coast Path runs through the region’s rugged coastline, perfect for walkers and view seekers and offering 90 miles of stunning walks.£235From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dartmouth, EnglandThis superb apartment, set over two floors, comes as part of the Grade II listed, former Dartmouth Pottery, and sits just outside of the beautiful town centre. Exuding style and character, you will adore this holiday home, which is perfectly placed for touring the idyllic South Hams.
The entrance hall that welcomes you is an uplifting, bright area, enhanced by a stunning exposed stone wall. Step into the gloriously bright dual aspect living area, with a welcoming open-plan layout improved by stunning oak furnishings and offering a Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker so you can kick back and relax in style. The kitchen is slick and well appointed. To find the main bedroom at the property, take the stairs to the lower ground floor, which reveals a delightful kingsize bed, the room also benefits from a fabulous en-suite shower room for your convenience. On the ground floor, up three steps, there is also a modern bathroom where you can enjoy a relaxing soak after enjoying one of the many glorious walking and cycling paths in the area. Just to the front of the property, you will find a bench and a romantic table for two, where you can take your morning coffee and soak up the sun for a while.
Walkers and cyclists will find many scenic paths and trails from the doorstep of the property. A short walk can also take you into the centre of the beautiful town of Dartmouth, this riverside spot comes bursting with first-rate restaurants to enjoy, while also offering galleries, festivals, events and a picturesque waterfront to admire. The South West Coastal Path will guide you through magnificent scenery suitable for dog walking. In both directions you will find a series of fabulous spots to enjoy the coastal vista from. Discover the heavenly South Devon from this marvellous duplex apartment.£82From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Salcombe, EnglandA stone's throw from the chic seaside town of Salcombe in Devon, the dog-friendly Soar Mill Cove Villas guarantee guests and their pooches a peaceful stay in a picturesque coastal setting.
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Fluxton, England 4.75These two 16th-century barn conversions, two of three, are situated in the grounds of the owner’s home. They were once stables of the Mayor of Exeter, then became a workshop, and now are two delightful holiday cottages. Both are decorated and furnished uniquely and offer an ideal base from which to explore East Devon. Situated in the picturesque hamlet of Fluxton, nestled at the foot of rolling hills which ascend from the River Otter, located 2 miles from Ottery St Mary and 5 miles from Sidmouth.
The area is dominated by lush green hills, wooded valleys and the dramatic Jurassic Coast. An ideal location to walk the Jurassic Coastline, taking in Beer, Sidmouth and Seaton. There are plenty of activities all within easy reach, including cycling, horse riding, birdwatching and many National Trust properties. Exeter’s 2000 year old history is reflected in its heritage attractions, such as the Gothic St Peter’s Cathedral and the Roman city wall. Explore beneath the city’s streets at Exeter’s underground passages, which were originally built to bring fresh water into the city in the medieval times. Find out more about Exeter’s fascinating history on one of the free Red Coat Guided Tours. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£60From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Totnes, England 5.00Reuben’s is situated in the hamlet of Boreston which lies a short distance from Moreleigh, with amenities including a village inn and good access to the principal South Hams towns of Kingsbridge, Dartmouth and Totnes. Please note this is a rural property. Roads in the vicinity are often narrow, single track with passing places typical of the region. Totnes is 6 miles away and offers a wide range of activities and pursuits. There is also a main line rail station at Totnes with services to London Paddington. The A38 dual carriageway is approximately 4 miles away and provides good access to the cities of Plymouth and Exeter. Reuben’s is a generously proportioned, detached barn conversion with good high ceilings, exposed stonework, large fireplace with inset wood burner, impressive farmhouse style kitchen with double doors opening onto terrace area, exposed solid wood flooring throughout the living area and well maintained lawned gardens with parking. The property is decorated and furnished to a good standard and is perfect for a family holiday or for friends to get together to celebrate. There are so many places to visit close by including Dartmouth with is castle, marina and many shops. Take a ferry across the river and hop aboard the steam train which takes you to Paignton. Dartmoor is not far, take a walk up the Tors, or stop for a Devon cream tea. There are many golf courses close by, beaches, sailing, nature reserves for bird watching and over 52 miles of glorious coastline where there are some stunning walks. South Hams has many little villages well worth visiting. Beach 9 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£127From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hartland, England 5.00The Old Roundhouse is a unique escape in sumptuous accommodation, the perfect holiday retreat in genuine peace and tranquillity. This stunning, spacious, detached barn conversion with original roundhouse enjoys total seclusion within its own large gardens on the edge of the owner’s farm, with no near neighbours. Nestling in this designated AONB, uninterrupted and magnificent views of the surrounding countryside abound and lovely walks can be enjoyed from the property. A 10-minute walk over the owner’s fields and woods leads to Hartland village with shops, three pubs and a lovely coffee shop. Sandy Spekes beach is just over a mile walk. A fabulous, picturesque, hidden treasure, great for rockpooling and surfing. The owners have maintained many original features - exposed internal stone walls, beams and wonderful slate floors with underfloor heating throughout. Everything has been thought of to ensure an incredible holiday to please everyone. The Old Roundhouse is a really special holiday home and a warm welcome awaits with complimentary chilled beer and wine, cream teas, fresh flowers and toiletries - all ingredients for a well earned break. The stunning World Heritage coastline abounds with family activities, from pretty beaches to hidden coves, once the haunt of smugglers. Hartland Abbey is worth a visit, as is the famous Clovelly. Bude and Bideford are within easy reach with their shops, attractions and leisure pursuits. Shops ½ mile.£194From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hartland, England 5.00Peacefully located within glorious countryside just 3 miles from the breathtaking North Devon Coast, Bramble, Hawthorn and Tamarisk cottages offer the perfect holiday choice for couples, family and friends holidaying with their furry friends at any time of year. Located on the owner’s farm with horses, donkeys, sheep and chickens within the Hartland Peninsula, it is the ideal base to explore this unspoilt area of North Devon. These three delightful cottages are beautifully presented with glorious country views towards the coast and Lundy Island. The village of Hartland lies a short distance away and offers a post office, café, two well-stocked shops for provisions, a fish & chip shop and a choice of three popular dog-friendly pubs serving food. The area has a great deal to offer with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Sites of Special Scientific Interest on your doorstep, along with Hartland Quay, Hartland Abbey and the lighthouse at Hartland Point. English Heritage Coastline can be accessed from a maze of footpaths within a mile of your doorstep. The nearby beaches and coves are a treat to explore and keen surfers and beach lovers have an abundant choice of far-reaching sandy beaches in the area, with Bude and Westward Ho! within easy driving distance. There is even the added benefit of an outdoor washing point at the properties, perfect for sandy dogs, and the choice of two fields to safely exercise your dog off lead. Fishing, watersports and sailing at nearby Tamar Lakes. Golf, riding and cycling on the Tarka Trail all close by. The fishing villages of Clovelly and Bucks Mills are within an easy drive or walking distance for keen walkers along the National Trust coastal paths. Lundy Island trips by helicopter or boat can be taken from Bideford, a historic port and market town which offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. Shops, pubs and restaurant 1 mile.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lewdown, England 5.00In a quiet hamlet setting, this immaculate detached single storey property enjoys a south facing aspect and its own enclosed garden. Nestled in a rural location and set in the grounds of the owner’s farmhouse, it also offers direct access into a dog friendly 4.5-acre field. Nearby, Lydford Gorge (NT) and Dartmoor afford fine walking, whilst Roadford Lake, 3 miles, provides water sports and fishing. The beautiful north coast beaches of Devon and Cornwall lie within easy reach and the Eden Project is an hour’s drive. Village shop and good pubs under 2 miles.£50From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
