Dog-Friendly 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.
Chagford , England
4.82Situated within Dartmoor National Park, dog-friendly Mill End Hotel in Devon is a fabulous country house hideaway for you and your pet.
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Ashburton, England 5.00Originally built in 1840, dog-friendly Anrán Manor in Devon has been beautifully renovated into luxurious accommodation.
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Lifton, England 4.65An old coaching inn located on the old A30 on the Devon/Cornwall border, The Arundell is almost an institution, famous amongst fly fishermen for its wild fly fishing and with foodies for its outstanding restaurant and bar and wonderful atmosphere.
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Tavistock, EnglandAnnie’s Cottage is a mid-terraced cottage located in a conservation area of the quiet and unspoilt village of Milton Combe. The picturesque village is within the Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Surrounded by the beautiful countryside between Tavistock and Plymouth, the area offers guests a slice of quiet rural village life. Inside, the cottage is presented to a very good standard to ensure a relaxing stay and benefits from a welcoming wood burner in the living area and a comfortable bedroom upstairs.
It’s ideal for walkers as there are numerous footpaths from the front door, or head up onto Dartmoor National Park for more challenging walking. During your stay, a visit to Tavistock, the historic port of Plymouth, and the interesting Morwellham Quay all make for a great day out. There is a delightful old pub, renowned for its good food, a level walk from the cottage, as well as shops and a garage in Yelverton. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£59From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Newton Abbot, EnglandDart Corner has been decorated and furnished to a good standard, with a spacious garden area ideal for alfresco dining, with views across the countryside. Situated in a quiet residential area, this detached bungalow is in a perfect location for exploring Devon. House of Marbles is situated close by, where you can visit the shop or enjoy a spot of lunch. Take a trip into Bovey Tracey with an array of independent shops, cafés and restaurants. Lustleigh is a few miles drive and is a quaint village with lots of thatched cottages, a tea room and a pub. Walkers can escape and explore the depths of Dartmoor, spot wild Dartmoor ponies, or cross ancient stone bridges spanning the clear bubbly waters of the River Dart and other rivers. You can also feel the somewhat eerie presence of the tors, seven rocky hills presiding majestically over the moors. Visit National Trust Castle Drogo and Lydford Gorge, quaint towns and Buckfast Abbey. Take a trip to Torbay, known as the English Riviera due to its unique micro-climate; take the ferry across to Dartmouth and the neighbouring town of Brixham, set on and across the River Dart. At the mouth of the river are Kingswear and Dartmouth Castles with the rocky waters of the estuary lapping at their feet. Exeter and its stunning cathedral is just a 10-mile drive, and Exeter Racecourse and Haldon are not far away. A nature trail and cycle route can be found in the Forestry Commission, 7 miles. Powderham Castle and many National Trust properties are close by. Beach 10 miles. Shop and pub ½ mile, restaurant ¼ mile.£56From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Okehampton, EnglandNestled within the glorious Devon countryside, Barwick is the perfect choice for families, couples and friends wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a holiday together. Surrounded by some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes, with Dartmoor and the lovely rolling hills of Devon on your doorstep, Barwick is also within easy reach of the coast. This spacious property has the benefit of a large open plan living space downstairs and an additional sitting room upstairs, complete with a balcony so you can take in the glorious countryside views.
Barwick sits on the edge of the lovely village of Exbourne with an inn serving meals and local ales, an eco-friendly, underground shop, post office and historic church. Approximately 100 yards from the property, there is a lovely playpark for the children to enjoy. The local town has a cinema, supermarkets, castle, museum and a variety of restaurants. The property is just 6 miles from the breathtaking Dartmoor National Park, where you can see Dartmoor ponies, beautiful landscapes, quaint villages, castles, culture, and an altogether slower pace of life. You can settle down at a pub, or find an idyllic spot to enjoy a picnic whilst taking in the spectacular scenery. Meldon Reservoir is just 8 miles away and offers fishing, water sports and lovely lakeside walks. The pretty towns of Okehampton and Tavistock are close by, and there are also many beautiful gardens including RHS Rosemoor and The Lost Gardens of Heligan within easy reach. Devon and Cornwall offer fantastic coastal walking and boast sandy beaches and hidden coves, ideal for surfing or exploring the many rock pools. Fishing, tennis, horse riding, pony trekking and an 18-hole golf course are all close by. The Tarka Trail is one of the country’s longest, traffic-free, walking and cycling paths, and forms part of the Devon Coast to Coast cycle route. Beach 27 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 350 yards.£343From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Holsworthy, EnglandThornbury Holiday Park is the perfect choice for a relaxing escape. Nestled within the glorious expanses of Ruby Country these five pretty detached lodges, Acacia (ref UKC1720), Cedar (ref UKC1721), Hazel (ref UKC1722), Walnut (ref UKC1723) and Willow (ref UKC1724), all enjoy a tranquil lakeside location which is ideal for fishing, dog walking and those wishing to recharge their batteries. Each has a pleasant outlook towards the lakes. Nature trails meander through the 8½ acres of meadows, and to really unwind why not enjoy a spot of fishing on the fishing lakes.
Surrounded by beautiful rolling hills, magnificent scenery and just 4 miles from the historic market town of Holsworthy, they are a superb holiday choice whatever the time of year, ideal for families or couples seeking peace and seclusion. If you can bear to drag yourself away, there are watersports and fishing at the nearby Tamar Lakes, coastal and country walking, golf, surfing, horse riding, cycling and many family theme parks including The Milky Way and The Big Sheep all available locally. Pretty fishing villages and spectacular beaches and coves are dotted all along this coastline from Padstow, Tintagel, Crackington Haven and Bude in Cornwall to Westward Ho!, Clovelly and Instow in Devon. The wild beauty of Dartmoor and Exmoor are close by and the famous Eden Project is an easy drive for a great day out. The Ruby Country area is a must for nature lovers, walkers and cyclists will enjoy the nearby Tarka Trail. Beach 13 miles. Shop 4 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 22 guests.£162From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ivybridge, EnglandGarden Cottage is a delightful country abode overlooking a large fishing lake stocked with carp, with sheep in the surrounding fields and a lovely original Romani caravan in the garden. This detached, single-storey cottage is perfect for couples of all ages looking for some relief from the daily grind, and with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, guests will find exactly what they’ve been looking for at any time of year. The property boasts a lovely mature cottage garden and a bright, light, contemporary glazed extension. Set on a 70-acre working sheep farm in the heart of rural Devon, you can head out and start your adventure right from the front door. Located within easy access of the A38, exploring further afield couldn’t be easier. The little Georgian town of Modbury, with its selection of unusual and unique shops, is just a short drive away, so too is the fabulous South Devon Coast. With seaside villages like Bigbury, Thurlestone, Bantham and Mothercombe, this area of the country is perfect for walking, swimming and surfing. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£53From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bovey Tracey, EnglandIlsington View is an ideal retreat from the daily grind and a great base from which to explore Dartmoor National Park and the coastline further south. This cosy holiday home has a spacious, bright and airy open plan living space, has been stylishly decorated and comes with underfloor heating. The property has two spacious bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The local village of Ilsington feels like it’s in the middle of nowhere, yet it’s just 4 miles from the A38, and a 45-minute drive south to the coast. It’s a 20-minute walk to a good foodie pub, as well as the local country store and village shop. The most famous tor on Dartmoor, Hay Tor, is 2 miles away where walking and cycle routes abound. The Miniature Pony Centre, 9 miles, is great for families, and a local riding centre, 5 miles, offers hacks on the moors. Dartmoor National Park is literally on the doorstep making this the perfect rural retreat. Beach 13¼ miles. Shop and pub 1 mile, restaurant 3¾ miles.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tavistock, EnglandThis three bedroom bungalow is situated within the village of Walkhampton on the western side of Dartmoor, in the county of Devon, an ideal base to explore.
This delightful bungalow is all on one floor with a lovely, enclosed garden which is ideal for children to play and for your four-legged friends.
Located within the Dartmoor National Park, within easy reach of the Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and just 4 miles from the Drakes Trail cycle path which links Plymouth to Tavistock, this stunning area is ideally suited for visitors who enjoy cycling and walking. The ancient stannary and market town of Tavistock is 6¾ miles away with it’s famous pannier market and an array of independent shops. Beach 17¼ miles. Shop 1¼ miles, pub and restaurant 150 yards.£80From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
