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.
Axminster, EnglandSet in the heart of River Cottage land, just outside the town of Axminster, these two properties have amazing views and are surrounded by rolling hills, and are just 10 minutes’ from the beach. Shepherds Knapp Lodge (ref UK13284) is a beautiful, detached, two bedroom lodge with a large well laid out living/kitchen/dining area, with a large comfy corner sofa. The pine dining table is perfect for mealtimes as well as socialising in the evening playing games or enjoying a glass of wine after a long day exploring. The two bedrooms are warm and comfortable with a double and a twin and the good sized shower room has a corner shower cubicle.
Shepherds Knapp (ref UK13285) is a stunning semi-detached, two bedroom cottage, the beautiful and well-equipped kitchen/dining room has granite worktops, marble dining table and range cooker. The large living room has gorgeous leather sofas, a Smart TV and an PlayStation 3, perfect for rainy days. The large French doors lead onto the balcony with picture perfect views over the hills beyond. Upstairs are two sumptuous bedrooms with the main bedroom having a kingsize French bed. There is a twin bedroom and a beautiful shower room with Italian tiles and walk-in shower. Outside there are two seating areas, to the rear an enclosed private courtyard and to the front a private balcony with countryside views.
The properties are perfect for attending courses at River Cottage or if you just want to head to the River Cottage Kitchen in Axminster to sample some of their tasty delights. Just 10 minutes drive away is the gorgeous seaside town of Lyme Regis with its sandy beach and seaside stores, the harbour town of West Bay (made famous by the TV series Broadchurch) is reachable within 20 minutes. Heading slightly further afield you will find the city of Exeter with its shops, restaurants and entertainment. You can also catch the train from nearby Axminster. Beach 4¾ miles. Shop 2½ miles, pub 1 mile and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Axminster, EnglandRomantic single storey cottage in Hawkchurch. 200 yards from village inn. Pretty garden. Multi-fuel burner. Peaceful setting. In Hawkchurch.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Axminster, EnglandA beautiful semi-detached barn conversion resting in Tytherleigh, Devon. Open-plan. WiFi. Rural setting. Near AONB. Chard 3.5 miles; Axminster 4 miles; Lyme Regis 8.9 miles.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Axminster, EnglandA beautiful and contemporary ground-floor dwelling set in the village of Dalwood, East Devon. Fabulous views. Woodburning stove. Open-plan living. Axminister 4.1 miles; Honiton 7 miles; Seaton Down 7 miles.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Axminster, EnglandWelcome to Honey Hill Farm Cottages, the home of both Honey Bee (UK43395) and Bumble Bee (UK43396) cottages, two fabulous holiday homes. Set all on one level, they have been finished to a very good standard and nestle in the heart of the Devonshire countryside, yet within easy reach of the Jurassic coast and midway between the towns of Axminster and Chard.
Both properties are identical layouts inside, enjoying underfloor heating throughout and with a spacious open plan living, kitchen and dining areas. The gorgeous kitchens are very well equipped with everything you will need during your stay, including a handy washer/dryer. The living room has comfy sofas, Smart TV to catch up on your latest box set and large French doors leading to your private enclosed garden which has a lovely patio area and artificial grass allowing children and your four legged friends to enjoy the garden at any time of year. In Honey Bee you will find a kingsize bed while Bumble Bee has a double bed, both have an en-suite shower rooms with walk in showers, the en-suite is a ‘Jack and Jill’ bathroom which allows access from both the bedroom and main living area. A ‘Murphy’ pull down double bed is available in the main living area with curtain to separate, allowing four guests to comfortably enjoy these wonderful retreats in the country. Opposite the parking area you will find the owner’s 4-acre field for walking the dogs and enjoying the views.
You will find a local pub/restaurant and farm shop within a 5-minute walk of the properties, alternatively, jump in the car and explore the many things to do within a short drive. Axminster has small independent shops as well as larger stores and a railway station, so you could leave the car at home and hop aboard and head down to Exeter for a day in the city sampling restaurants or a spot of retail therapy!
The Jurassic Coast beaches of Lyme Regis and Charmouth are just 20 minutes from you, here you can walk the promenade, swim in the sea or have an ice cream at Lyme, or hunt for Fossils in Charmouth while your dog swims in the river or the sea. Pop over to Honiton and hunt for an antique or two in the many shops there, or find a local farm shop and have a traditional Devonshire cream tea! Beach 9 miles.
Please note: These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.£77From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Axminster, EnglandWelcome to Alma Cottage, a wonderful 200 year old two-bedroom holiday home just on the edge of the market town of Axminster and a short drive from the beaches along the Jurassic coast. On the ground floor you will find the cosy living room with a comfy sofa and Smart TV; the kitchen area has everything you need during your stay should you want to whip up a feast for the family, and the dining area is perfect for a meal at any time of the day or playing games with the family! The bathroom can also be found on the ground floor and has a bath with shower over. Upstairs has the master bedroom with double bed and Smart TV while the second bedroom has two single beds sleeping two people.
Outside, the gravelled area has a table and chairs and parasol, perfect for an al fresco meal or a sundowner after a busy day, with a bench to the front to soak up the views towards the Blackdown hills. All the rooms enjoy views over the rolling hills beyond with stunning sunsets, best enjoyed with a glass of your favourite tipple from the garden! You can easily leave the car parked up while here.
Just a short walk takes you to the heart of the market town of Axminster with a variety of shops and local restaurants to enjoy, the local train station is on the main London to Exeter line, allowing you to sample the city lights of Exeter within a short train ride! Hop on the bus and head to the beach, with Lyme Regis, Seaton, Beer and Charmouth being a quick bus ride away you can have all the fun at the seaside with no stressful parking! Axe Valley Wildlife Park is a fun day out with the kids as is the Seaton Tramway and Pecorama in Beer or River Cottage. While here why not visit the donkey sanctuary or spend some time wandering the gardens at Bicton Park. There is plenty on offer to make your holiday a truly wonderful experience.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Honiton, EnglandThis beautiful two-bedroom holiday home in East Devon showcases stunning views across the surrounding countryside and the deer fields in front of the property. Recently built in 2022, the property sits alongside the owner’s home on a working farm (dogs are present on the farm, but will be with the owners), and is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just outside the town of Ottery St. Mary. This cosy rural retreat offers a great base for a couple or a family looking to explore the delights of the beautiful county of Devon, and the unique experience of the deer being able to wander right up to the fence bordering the property’s garden whilst relaxing in the private hot tub.
As you enter Deer View Retreat, you will be welcomed into the entrance area with patio doors opening out into the garden, the perfect cosy spot to enjoy a mug of coffee with a good book. This then leads through to the open plan living and dining area where you can wind down and watch a film after a busy day exploring the coastline or enjoy a family meal together. Enjoy your breakfast in the well-equipped kitchen whilst taking in the far reaching views, the stag with his magnificent antlers and the ever-changing scenery. There’s also a handy utility area next door.
Discover the two stylish bedrooms and the bathroom on the first floor. The first has a double bed, the second is furnished with zip and link twin beds, and the shower room is fitted with a walk-in shower, heated towel rail, toilet and sink.
The town of Ottery St. Mary has beautiful architecture and historic buildings lining the streets, backed by rural Devonshire countryside. Wander through the centre to browse independent shops and galleries or stroll along the River Otter to admire the unusual Tumbling Weir. If you’re exploring beyond the town, you’ll be close to the quintessential East Devon coastal towns and villages of Budleigh Salterton, Beer, Branscombe, Sidmouth, Exmouth and Seaton. Exeter and Honiton are also within easy reach. The Southwest Coast Path is nearby and keen hikers should head to Dartmoor National Park with is just a 30-minute drive away. With lots of day out opportunities from your doorstep, make Deer View the base for your next holiday in East Devon. Beach 8 miles.£166From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Beaworthy, England
5.00The Woodshed is the former timber store to Buckland Mill, which was converted into its current incarnation in 2019 by the current owners. It is in a beautifully peaceful and private forest clearing which after a short drive through it gloriously comes into sight! There is ample parking available to the front of the barn and as you enter you are greeted by the characterful open plan living room with plenty of seating and a cosy wood burner. The beautiful beech and copper staircase, with wood sourced from the woodland, leads to the first floor and two lovely bedrooms comprising a double and a kingsize, both with quality, modern en-suite shower rooms. Back downstairs, the dining area and modern, well-equipped kitchen are both framed by a lovely, exposed stone wall. The whole of the ground floor also benefits from underfloor heating.
Heading out from the kitchen, there is a warm tiled hallway which is perfect for keeping your outdoor accessories and walking boots and there’s access to a separate toilet and a handy enclosed courtyard area with a dog shower. The hallway can also double up as a peaceful retreat where you can sit and relax. Outside, you can enjoy roaming the vast 25 acres of pasture and woodland where domestic sheep and wild deer can sometimes be seen grazing. The grouinds boast an amazing varierty of birdlife including owls, woodpeckers, pheasants, Canada geese, moorhens and indeed everything from the smallest of finches to large birds of prey. Mr Fox is also a frequent visitor! Solitude is plentiful - you can simply relax just up a few steps in the private lawned area, or if you are feeling more sociable, sit by the firepit with a drink in hand. Should you be the ‘energetic sort’, there is a pétanque piste, which will inevitably require a healthy supply of wine to appreciate the ambience! The property has 25 acres (approximately 50% pasture land and 50% woodland) which guests are welcome to roam on. The small lawn behind the barn is the only private area though. The rest is shared with the owner when they are present next door and there is a public right of way through the forest.
The Woodshed is approximately 7 miles from Great Torrington and 14 miles south of the port town of Bideford and just 20 miles from the Cornish coastal town of Bude to the West. Devon is famed for its fantastic natural attractions such as Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks, and the former with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’, many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Lynton & Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village in North Devon and King Arthur’s Tintagel and many other North Cornwall coastal villages - all with awe-inspiring scenery.
With its selection of stunning beaches it will leave you spoilt for choice with award winning stretches of sand like Saunton, Woolacombe and Croyde and not far from Bideford is Westward Ho! Beach. The Tarka Trail is on the doorstep and the fantastic South West Coastal Path offers 90 miles of amazing walks.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandSoft Sands is a top-quality apartment set within an architecturally designed, detached building which is located just a few minutes’ walk from Woolacombe, Combesgate & Baricane Beaches and offers quality accommodation for 4 guests.
Access is via steps leading up to the communal ground floor entrance and the apartment is on the first floor from there. The heart of this apartment is the open plan living space where you can open up the Bi-fold balcony doors and let the outdoors in while enjoying the enviable sea and beach views from within or out on the balcony. The apartment is furnished with quality furniture, fixtures and fittings and comes with the added luxurious benefit of full underfloor heating. The accommodation further comprises a modern kitchen with all the expected appliances including a coffee machine, dishwasher and washing machine and in the lounge area a smart TV and an Xbox One. There are two bedrooms, a double with en-suite shower room with double walk-in shower and a twin bedroom. There is also a family bathroom with a bath and shower over and outside there is one allocated parking bay.
The village boasts 3 miles of golden sands, great surfing waves and a fantastic coastal footpath. Soft Sands is in a peaceful setting but there are shops, cafes, restaurants and a great boutique cinema in a local hotel too, all just a 10-minute stroll away! The main beach is patrolled by lifeguards in the summer, and you can make the most of the location for its beautiful sunsets, one of the spectacles regularly enjoyed by locals and surfers out on their boards in the Atlantic waters. Voted in 2020 No.6 in Europe & No.20 in the world, Woolacombe Beach is one of the best in the UK.
Should you choose to venture away from this stunning location, Woolacombe is perfectly positioned for exploring the truly awe-inspiring North Devon coastline and all its beauty and to enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail. Visit Exmoor National Park with its magical night skies in Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve, just 13 miles away and Lynton & Lynmouth, 20 miles to the east with its incredible sea views, rugged cliffs and amazing funicular cliff railway which opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest totally water powered railway in the world! If Woolacombe isn’t enough for you there are several other fantastic beaches such as Saunton Sands, Croyde and Westward Ho! – all of which are renowned for their surfing qualities, vast stretches of sand and great dunes! Keen golfer? Then look no further than the Championship Links golf course at Saunton which is within easy reach by car.£168From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dittisham, England 3.00Our stunning Owl Treehouse is luxuriously designed and peacefully perfect. It boasts it's own private, furnished deck which includes a hammock, outdoor chess set, outdoor table football, sun loungers, BBQ with dining area, and a traditional wood-fired cedar hot tub. The interiors are attractively furnished with a nod to their environment, soothing toned fabrics, sumptuous Egyptian cotton bed linen and home comfort essentials that include underfloor heating, a wood-burning stove, a fully-equipped kitchen, 2 en-suite bathrooms with power showers.
£275From price per night based on 7 night stay
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