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.
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 three, 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 10 acres of beautiful, ancient woodland, complete with a stream winding its way through the land, plus an abundance of wildlife, ponds 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. There are many places of interest for the whole family. If you are a keen walker, the Teign Valley is well known for its delightful woodland footpaths. It is an area of outstanding beauty and in the springtime, the Dunsford woods are famous for beautiful natural daffodils and a little later, a carpet of bluebells. All three properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 7 guests. Exeter is only 10 miles. Beach 14 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Dalwood, EnglandThese two charming self contained ground floor apartments are set within 13 acres of wonderful gardens. They are both tastefully furnished with period furniture and make delightful holiday homes in this peaceful part of East Devon, just west of the quaint town of Axminster and on the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Within easy driving of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with its stunning scenery. The popular seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Beer, Seaton and Sidmouth are a must, along with many attractions, such as Pecorama at Beer, the famous Seaton and District Electric Tramway running along the Seaton Marshes with its abundance of birdlife all year round, and the Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth. There are many historic houses and gardens to visit, or you can spend a few days enjoying the cathedral city of Exeter with its amazing cathedral, catacombs, shops and restaurants. Enjoy lovely country walks and village pubs in this unspoilt area, and on your return keen gardeners can wander around the 10 acres of gardens, which are open to the public during the summer. Shop, pub and restaurant 1.75 miles.£44From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Plymouth, EnglandThis substantial, iconic, Grade ll* listed, end-terraced Italianate building, which was built in the late 19th century, is now split into sympathetically divided apartments, each with totally unique features. Elliot Terrace was the home of Lady Nancy Astor and the famous author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Situated in an unrivalled location, some of the apartments enjoy spectacular views across the historic Plymouth Hoe and Sound, to Drakes Island in the bay and the far distant horizon. The apartments have panoramic, dual aspect windows, beautifully decorative cornicing and architectural details. The world renowned Plymouth Hoe is a fascinating place to visit, with the red and white striped lighthouse high up on the esplanade. Guests can enjoy the outdoor lido swimming pool, and the historic Barbican with its cobbled streets. Each apartment provides a parking permit for one car free of charge, however, should you need more, then extra parking is available by arrangement with the owner at a cost of £10 per permit. Beach 100 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.£138From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Torquay, EnglandStanding on the prestigious Livermead Hillside with lovely sea views, and taking full advantage of the wide views over Cockington Valley, is this delightful, lower ground floor garden apartment, situated beneath the owner’s home. The property has a conservatory with lovely views over the garden and out to sea. The spacious grounds are shared with the owner, and there is a private decking area with table and chairs. The living, dining and kitchen areas are all open plan and have been decorated and furnished to a good standard. Cockington is a very picturesque village, with horse and carriage rides, chocolate box cottages and an amazing tea room, ideal for a Devon cream tea. Cockington Court and Country Park, set in 460 acres, is just a 5-minute walk.
Ideal for couples who want to explore the wonderful English Riviera region, or simply leave the car behind as this garden apartment lies just ½-mile away from the beautiful beaches. The property is located halfway between Torquay and Paignton, set back a 15-minute walk from the sea front and 15 minutes’ from the pretty village of Cockington. Set on the edge of Cockington Country Park, with nearly 500 acres of woodland, an arboretum, historic old house and lots of walks with quite hilly terrain.
It is a 30-minute walk to the bustling resort of Torquay, with its abundance of tourist attractions including shops, bistros and theatres. There are many places to visit including Kent’s Cavern, St Marychurch, Torre Abbey Sands and Dartmoor with its Tors, ponies and amazing walks, also close by. Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£85From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Seaton, EnglandAttractive holiday bungalow a short distance from the picturesque seaside town of Seaton in Devon. Dog-friendly. Attractive gardens. Sky TV. WiFi. Sea views. Seaton 1.6 miles; Branscombe 3.9 miles; Lyme Regis 7 miles; Bridport 22.1 miles.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
