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.
Hartland, EnglandThese two lovely properties are situated in the village of Cranford, just a short drive from the secluded, dog friendly, sand and shingle beach in the tiny cliff top hamlet of Bucks Mills, one of the most beautiful villages in North Devon. This secluded, hidden gem, with pretty white washed cottages speckled along a wooded valley at the end of a no-through road, makes the perfect location for a holiday all year round. The owner lives nearby and is on hand should you need advice or assistance during your stay.
The Old Coach House (ref UK11507) is a detached barn conversion with a cosy open plan living space on the first floor and two lovely bedrooms on the ground floor. This upside-down design makes a great base for couples and families looking to escape to Devon’s picturesque countryside. A fully enclosed garden can be found beside the property and is ideal for an al fresco supper. Both properties also have use of a 2-acre field just across the lane, ideal for summertime picnics and walks with your four-legged friends.
Cranford House (ref UK110938) has a large, living/dining/sun room, which is really the heart of this wonderful property. Sit back and relax in front of the cosy wood burner, or gather in the evening for a pre-dinner glass of something chilled as you recount your stories of the days adventure. The large kitchen will surely be a hit with the family chef, so you can rustle up something tasty and sit down to an evening meal surrounded by your loved ones. The games room houses a pool table, which will be sure to keep everyone entertained with a little family friendly competition.
There is something for everyone in this stunning location with birdwatching, fishing, horse riding, golf, surfing and sailing close by. The nearby coastal path leads you to the popular fishing village of Clovelly and the unspoilt beach at Peppercombe, or if you are feeling energetic you can walk all the way to Westward Ho!. A village store and post office are just 1 mile away for your daily essentials and the popular village inn at Woolsery and adjacent fish and chip shop make for a perfect evening out or in. Nearby Bideford has restaurants and town amenities along with boat trips to Lundy Island, or why not hire a bike and explore the Tarka Trail? RHS Rosemoor Gardens, Docton Mill and Hartland Quay are well worth a visit, along with many pretty fishing villages to explore including nearby Instow and Appledore. For family fun, the North Devon Wake Park, Ultimate Adventure, Big Sheep and Milky Way Adventure parks are a must. Beach 10 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 1¼ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Newton Abbot, England
5.00Situated in a quiet rural location, Bardon Lodge is a spacious property attached to the owner’s home and set within 10 acres of grounds. The property is surrounded by fields and woodland, yet close enough to all amenities. The property has been decorated and furnished to a very good standard and is all on one level with both bedrooms having en-suite facilities. There is a living room with patio doors which lead to the decking area, ideal for dining al fresco. The sitting room also has patio doors leading out to the garden. The owner has horses and free range chickens may even come and visit!
There are so many places to visit and so easy to get to. Take a trip to Totnes where there are many shops, markets and walks along the riverbank. Dartmoor is just a short car ride where you can see the ponies, walk the Tors or simply stop off in one of the many villages for a Devon cream tea. Paignton, Torquay and Brixham are also great places to visit, as are Exeter and Plymouth, both within 30 minutes’ drive. There are many National Trust properties including Agatha Christie’s summer home ’Greenway’, well worth a visit. For the children, there is Crealy Adventure park, or Go Ape in Haldon. If you are bringing a bicycle, there are many cycle ways off road to be explored, including Powderham Castle where there is a cycle track all along the estuary. There is so much to see and do in this glorious part of Devon. Beach 6 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£70From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Charmouth, EnglandA stone front semi-detached barn conversion resting in Wootton Fitzpaine, near Charmouth, Dorset. Off-road parking. Pet-friendly. Family-friendly. Lyme Regis 5.6 miles; West Bay 8.1 miles; Beer 15.1 miles.£135From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Plymouth, EnglandThis hidden-gem detached cottage rests in Hooe Lake, Devon. Stunning lake views. Woodburning stove. Exposed beams. Pet-friendly. Courtyard with furniture. Plymouth 4.2 miles; Ivybridge 10.3 miles; Looe 26.1 miles.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Totnes, EnglandA remarkable ground-floor apartment overlooking Bow Creek in the pint-sized hamlet of Tuckenhay, Devon. Open-plan. Views. Woodburning stove. Dartington 5.3 miles; Dartmouth 7.5 miles; Torquay 11.9 miles.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dartmouth, EnglandThis characterful, three-storey cottage rests in Dartmouth, Devon. Exposed beams. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Patio with furniture. Paignton 9.1 miles; Totnes 14.1 miles.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bideford, EnglandA charming, three-bedroom barn conversion resting in Littleham near Bideford, Devon. Hot tub. Pool table. Farm setting. Woodburning stove. Barnstaple 12.2 miles.£103From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Seaton, EnglandThe Little House is a charming, mid-terrace cottage nestled in the heart of the Axe Valley in the small village of Axmouth on the Dorset & Devon border. This well positioned home is a few minutes drive from the seaside town of Seaton, between the coastal towns of Lyme Regis and Sidmouth. There is a mile long level walk along the riverside to the pretty Axe Harbour and the magnificent mile long Seaton beach with an esplanade, with views to the cliffs and Jurassic coastline.
As you step inside the entrance hall, you will walk into the cosy and inviting living room which has plenty of comfortable seating, a Smart TV, DVD player, two sofas and a wood burner. The kitchen next door is fully equipped and the dining table in the conservatory is the perfect space for enjoying a home-cooked meal with your fellow guests, with a set of French doors opening out into the private tiered garden. The garden is fully enclosed and has an outdoor seating area where you can sip on your morning coffee and contemplate how to best spend your day. Heading up to the first floor, guests will find three well-presented bedrooms to retire to after each day of adventure. The master bedroom has a double bed, plenty of clothes storage and views out over the garden. The second bedroom has twin beds and the third has a 2ft 6in single bed (for child). Across the landing area is the family shower room which has a shower cubicle, toilet, wash basin and an LED mirror.
The house enjoys a very peaceful location on a country lane adjacent to a stream with sheep in the nearby fields, an abundance of local walks and bridle paths nearby. There is a children’s playground opposite which is ideal for families staying in the cottage, and there are two great local pubs in Axmouth serving food. The cottage sits at the upper end of the beautiful Axe Estuary, abundant with bird and wildlife. At the mouth of the estuary is Axmouth Harbour, home to a number of small local fishing and pleasure boats, and direct access to pebble beaches, ideal for rock-pooling, crabbing, fishing and water sports. Within a mile is the small town of Seaton which has a unique tramway running inland, alongside the estuary and Seaton Marshes Nature Reserve, to the medieval market town of Colyton. The tram is perfect for birdwatchers, transport enthusiasts or those who simply want to watch the beautiful riverside scenery glide by.
Only a short drive from the coastal resorts of Lyme Regis, Branscombe and Beer, this cottage is ideally placed to explore the World Heritage Jurassic coastline with its pretty beaches and fishing harbours. Also nearby is the market town of Axminster. Honiton is also well worth a visit, with some lovely cafés to enjoy after browsing in the antiques shops and the cathedral city of Exeter is another good day out. This wonderful stretch of east Devon coastline has a chain of pretty fishing villages and traditional seaside towns such as Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton. Beach 1 mile.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Salcombe, EnglandA tastefully furnished and decorated end terrace house. Located a short walk from Fore Street and Batson Creek, the property has been finished to a high standard and benefits from a south facing courtyard garden.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tiverton, EnglandElizabeth House is quietly situated in the outskirts of the pretty village of Bampton on the edge of the Exmoor National Park. This holiday home is perfect for guests looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of a Devon beauty spot. Upon entering the property, guests will find the spacious living room where they can relax in front of the electric fire watching your favourite movie on the Freeview Smart TV. The open plan kitchen/dining room is fully equipped with high-end appliances and modern units, whilst the dining table provides a great space to enjoy a family meal. Outside guests will enjoy the private enclosed garden with outdoor seating, a lovely spot for relaxing in the sunshine. Heading upstairs to the first floor where there is a double room and a single room. On the second floor is the spacious master bedroom which has a double bed and an en-suite shower room, the family bathroom is also on the second floor.
The local scenery is beautiful and there are many walks from the doorstep. Exmoor and Wimbleball Lake are close by for walking, cycling, fly fishing, horse riding and a wide variety of water sports. Bampton has a wide range of amenities with butchers, bakers, greengrocer, three pubs, restaurants and cafés, two convenience stores, two antique shops and a children’s play park. While great pubs, restaurants and delicious local food also available in Dulverton. This is a fantastic location for exploring many villages and local sites especially on Exmoor; Dunkery Beacon, Porlock, Landacre and Dulverton. There are several National Trust stately homes and gardens within easy reach, including Knightshayes Court, a striking gothic mansion with extensive grounds. The large town of Tiverton is just 4 miles away and offers some interesting places in amongst the hustle and bustle of everyday life, including Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life, which is one of the largest social history museums in the South West. The rolling wild green hills of Exmoor are nearby, where you may find stags, streams and breathtaking scenery, along with the town of Dulverton and Dunster village. Exeter and Taunton are a short 35-minute drive away offering shops, theatres and restaurants, or visit the beaches of North Devon and even the Jurassic Coast. This is a perfect base for touring rural inland Devon, often missed by tourists heading for the coast. With lots of day out opportunities from your doorstep, make Elizabeth House the base for your next Mid Devon holiday.£137From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
