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.
Brixham, EnglandLife at Shipshape is all about waking up, stepping out onto the balcony and watching the boats bobbing in the marina below while you decide how to spend your day. With an open plan design that gives the living, kitchen and dining area a bright, spacious feel, Shipshape makes the perfect waterside setting for a break with friends or as a family.
After a busy day enjoying Brixham’s many attractions or the nearby South West Coastal Path, gather the group in the living space and enjoy time together while the sun sinks behind the sea. The dining space seats up to six, so if you stock up on fresh fish from the shops that line the harbour you’ll be able to enjoy the catch of the day over a leisurely dinner.
Shipshape’s set over three floors, and you’ll find the en-suite bedroom on the ground floor, and the master and third bedrooms on the third floor. The master bedroom’s been designed with relaxation firmly in mind, from the kingsize bed to the private balcony.
Part of the section of South Devon coastline that’s known as Torbay, Brixham’s a bustling fishing town with a friendly atmosphere and beautiful scenery. From Berry Head Nature Reserve (where you can access the South West Coastal Path), to attractions such as the Golden Hind and Shoalstone Pool, there’s something for everyone.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Brixham, EnglandRanscombe House was built at the end of the 19th century and has amazing views overlooking Brixham’s outer harbour, marina and across to Torbay. This semi-detached residence is an excellent choice for your stay in South Devon. This eight bedroom former guest house is set in its own grounds with car parking for twelve cars and a lawned garden in which to relax in peace and tranquillity and there is a barbecue for your enjoyment. This spacious holiday home has been decorated and furnished to a good standard offering a fabulous house for friends to get together, celebrations and large family holidays. Attached to the owner’s apartment, the property sleeps twenty people and all bedrooms are en-suite. There is a large kitchen and living/dining room. There is even a bar on the lower ground floor, with Sky TV with sports package, billiards and a selection of games. There is a small snug for those quiet times as well.
Ranscombe House is conveniently located with the harbour, shops and restaurants just a 3-minute stroll away. For nature lovers, nearby Berry Head is a National Nature Reserve and gateway site for the UNESCO-supported English Riviera Global Geopark, while the South West Coast Path offers breathtaking walks. Nearby Breakwater Beach is well worth a visit. Visit Brixham and experience one of the treasures of the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay and its myriad of attractions. For things to do for families, Torquay is a hive of activity throughout the year. There are many beaches to choose from as well as Kent’s Cavern to explore or Living Coasts to visit where you can walk with penguins. There are also plenty of sightseeing excursions, boat and fishing trips out into the bay, or take a boat trip to Torquay and Dartmouth for a day out. Paignton is most famous for its wonderful zoo, whilst Babbacombe plays host to a world in miniature in the form of its acclaimed model village. Agatha Christie’s summer residence ‘Greenway’ is also close by. This is an ideal holiday home all year round. Beach 500 yards. Shop and restaurant 500 yards, pub 100 yards.£248From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandWith views of the sea as you approach this holiday property, Honeysuckle Bay Cottage is one half of a 17th-century former public house, which has been tastefully decorated and furnished offering spacious accommodation. This semi-detached house has views across Torbay from upstairs, with a balcony in the main bedroom. Close by are Napoleonic forts, which are now part of the Berry Head Nature Reserve, and can be visited at any time. Shoalstone Pool, an outdoor saltwater pool, is an Art Deco icon of the South Devon coastline, and is just ¼ mile away.
This is a popular destination with walkers, birdwatchers, nature lovers or people looking for a good old family holiday. Visit Greenway House and Gardens, Agatha Christie’s stately home, or Dartmoor, with its tors and quaint villages. Take a ferry to Torquay, with its bustling shops, bistros, cafés and the Living Coasts coastal zoo. Enjoy a boat trip to maritime Dartmouth, where you can ride on the steam railway, or take a leisurely cruise along the River Dart. Honeysuckle Bay Cottage is the ideal base from which to discover South Devon, Dartmoor, Torbay and Brixham. Beach ¼ mile. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandMount Pleasant apartment is a one-bedroom, open plan, ground floor apartment, making a great bolthole for guests wanting to explore the surrounding area. As guests enter the property via the rear gate, they find themselves in the rear enclosed courtyard area with sitting-out area. The door then leads into the property itself, into the open plan living/dining, and bedroom area. Here there is sofa seating and smart TV, small table and chairs and an archway which leads into the bedroom area. From the living/dining area, the hallway then leads into the kitchen which is fully equipped with all guests may need to rustle up a good meal. The shower room is then accessed via a door leading from the kitchen.
Brixham itself is a picturesque fishing town located on the southeast coast of Devon. A colourful, vibrant harbour is the heart of Brixham life. Lined with small shops, cafés and bars, it offers a fantastic array of fine places to eat, relax and soak up the atmosphere. Several beaches and coves line the coast and Brixham has its very own open-air, seawater lido. Brixham is part of Torbay, a beautiful coastal stretch taking in the seaside towns of Torquay and Paignton.
Here you’ll find fantastic amenities and inviting sandy beaches. Historic Dartmouth is also within easy reach of Brixham and worth a visit. It is just a short drive south, then a ferry crossing will take you to this beautiful naval town, situated on the banks of the River Dart. Half an hour’s drive inland is the magnificent Dartmoor National Park. It is a paradise for nature lovers and those who enjoy walking and exploring. Beach ½ mile.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandWrens Perch offers fabulous views overlooking Brixham harbour and beyond to the sea. The property was renovated in 2018 to a good contemporary standard with stylish fittings, appliances, atmospheric lighting and quality soft furnishings throughout.
Downstairs the entrance hallway leads to a double bedroom with French doors that lead out to its own patio area at the front of the property. There is an additional downstairs bedroom, also boasting French doors leading to the rear courtyard with a seating area, ideal for al fresco dining. The shower room benefits from a state of the art rainfall shower built into the ceiling with atmosphere lighting as well as a waterfall tap over the sink.
The partially glass staircase with built in lighting leads up to an open plan living area. There is a lovely contemporary kitchen with fully integrated appliances, a kitchen island and a high spec coffee machine. The living/dining area offers ample seating and a very cosy wood burner where you can either sit and watch the TV or gaze out through the bi-folding doors looking out over the harbour from the Juliet balcony.
On the second floor, the beautiful master bedroom, with en-suite facilities, has a double bed with extra seating to look out over the gorgeous views through the glass apex window. The en-suite boasts a freestanding bath, waterfall taps, sink, toilet and heated towel rail. What better way to relax than with a view.
From the kitchen area there are patio doors which lead out onto the landscaped rear garden. Here you have different levels with seating to relax on as well as a hot tub with integrated music system and built in ambient lighting throughout. Beach ½ mile. Shop and restaurant 500 yards, pub 350 yards.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandAmazing historic thatched cottage on the edge of Brixham. Host of period features including beams and inglenook fireplace. Open fire. Modern kitchen and bathrooms. Paignton 6 miles.£138From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandCompass Point is located in the historic fishing town of Brixham on the south west coast of Devon. This three-storey house, only a short walk from the harbour front, is only a 5-minute walk to a notorious restaurant where you can enjoy beautiful breakfasts, lunches and evening meals. For those who want a nice hearty meal, there is a wonderful pub/restaurant situated only 175 yards from the property, which has a dog friendly beer garden. With a shop only 4 minutes away, all your needs for your stay are there for you.
There is plenty to see and do here in Brixham, including a museum, pirate boat and festival, and with nearby towns such as Dartmouth, you can explore with only a short distance to travel. If you drive or even get the bus into Paignton, you can catch a train and head off to many more exciting places such as Exeter, Plymouth and Totnes. In Brixham there is an outdoor sea pool at Shoalstone enjoy. The best beach to explore close to the property is Churston Cove, which is a 5-minute drive away. Beach 1 mile. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 175 yards.£62From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandApple Barn Cottage is a beautiful, two-bedroom property which has been completely renovated, and is contemporary in design and tastefully furnished throughout. The property is tucked away off the quaint and historic Knick Knack Lane in Brixham, set within walking distance of the town centre and the harbour. The perfect retreat for couples or a family of four.
The property is set over two levels, with the galley kitchen, cloakroom, living room and one of the bedrooms on the ground floor; This bedroom has a set of twin beds. The second bedroom, which has a kingsize bed, is on the first floor next to the main bathroom. The south-facing living room opens out onto a private, enclosed patio and turfed seating area with table and chairs.
Brixham is a lovely seaside town and is still one of the busiest working fishing harbours in the area. The harbour is full of little fishing boats and trawlers, and some of the best fish and chips can be enjoyed here. The town offers all the usual tourist shops along with many restaurants and coffee shops, and has a regular bus service which will be able to take you into Goodrington, Paignton and Torquay without having to use your car.
There is so much here for all the family to enjoy, including the water park at Goodrington and Paignton Zoo. There are also many other quieter days out such as Greenway Mansion, the home of Agatha Christie, or taking the steam train up to Buckfastleigh. There is a car and passenger ferry from Kingswear to Dartmouth, 1 mile away. Sailing, golf, fishing, horse riding and more can all be found in this wonderful part of Devon.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandBethany is a bright and airy bungalow with a lovely garden, making for a great self catering holiday accommodation just outside of the hustle and bustle of the town of Brixham. As you enter the property, the kitchen is to your left, fully equipped with all you could need for a comfortable stay and with side access down to the beautiful garden. The main living/dining area, which benefits a double sofa bed, overlooks the garden. There are two bedrooms; one with double bed and built in storage, as well as a twin bedroom. There is a recently refurbished shower room and a separate toilet. The garden is a lovely area full of various greenery, a great area to sit out in. Bethany is just outside of Brixham, and as a result feels peaceful and relaxing while still being within easy access of everywhere you could want to visit. Regardless of where you choose to explore during your stay here, Bethany is a great property to base yourself from.£63From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandDriftwood Cottage is located in the quiet South Devon village of Galmpton, in a conservation area just across the road from the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The lovely village shop is a 1-minute walk away, as is the quite exceptional local butcher. The local pub is a mere 3-minute walk with a second inn being slightly longer walk of 10 minutes.
There are fantastic long and short walks from the cottage, including a short walk to Galmpton Creek – a little inlet of the Dart. The National Trust property of Greenway, former summer home of the world-famous author Agatha Christie is a mere 5-minute drive away or approximately 30-40 minutes beautiful walk. There is a quay at Greenway where visitors can park and catch a ferry across the river to the quaint little village of Dittisham, alternatively a ferry can be caught along a picturesque stretch of the Dart up to the famous sea-faring town of Dartmouth. The cottage is also easily accessible for the longer walks of the John Musgrove Trail and the Dart Valley trail.
Torbay’s premier beach is close by at Broadsands (a 5-minute drive or a 30-minute walk), which is a wide, shallow and family friendly beach. The beach has 2 cafes and a thriving water sports centre and there is ample parking available. Other Torbay beaches are also easily accessible, with Torquay and Paignton being a mere 6 miles and 3 miles away respectively.
The quaint working harbour of Brixham is 3 miles and the beautiful ancient South Hams town of Totnes is just 7 miles. Dartmoor National Park is about a 40-minute drive providing breath-taking views and extensive walking country for hikers.
As you arrive at Driftwood Cottage there is an off-road driveway parking space directly in front of the property for guests use. Into the property and you find yourself in the entrance hallway, with a well-equipped kitchen to your left and open plan living/dining area ahead of you. Benefitting from sofa seating and a Smart TV as well as fold out dining table and a sliding door leading out onto the pleasant rear patio area for guests to enjoy that early morning coffee or late-night glass of wine. There is also a very useful utility on the ground floor with double sinks, washing machine and tumble dryer. To the first floor are where both bedrooms and the family shower room are situated. The main bedroom contains a king-sized bed, and the secondary bedroom has a single bed with an additional pull-out bed underneath, ideal for children.
Maximum capacity: 2 adults and 2 children.£97From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
