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.
Ilfracombe, EnglandA spacious garden apartment with a beautiful oak veranda and patio offers stunning sea views and is suitable for everyone! A perfect romantic getaway where you can enjoy the crashing waves during a storm or watch the spectacular sunsets while sipping on a bottle of cold fizz that is provided for you.
Well laid out for a pair of friends holidaying together with two bathrooms, a large farmhouse table and comfortable chairs for dining.
Families can cosy up and watch TV or play games in bad weather. A large hallway a good dumping ground for equipment. Surfers appreciate the outside space for hanging wetsuits and dogs have the coastal footpath right on their doorstep. Chalky Blue also lends itself to the elderly as the accommodation is on one level, once in you can sit in a chair under the veranda tucked up with a blanket and a cuppa whilst the view provides great entertainment with the boating activities including the RNLI practice drills, wildlife and ever-changing seas and skies.
Less than 100 metres away from local beaches, a bustling harbour which dates back to the 12th century. The water is surrounded by twinkling lights, cafés, fish and chips, pubs and restaurants, including a Michelin star. There are independent shops and art galleries influenced by Damien Hirst’s ’Verity’ statue. The interesting Tunnels beaches with large natural sea pool fabulous for open sea swimming, surrounded by glorious, rugged cliffs. Also sheltered for children with buckets and spades and perfect for wave Jumping. You can leave the car as there is a lot to offer locally, water sport activities like canoeing, SUP centre, coasteering and diving. A short drive offers world-class surfing beaches Woolacombe, Croyde, Putsbourgh. A boat trip to Lundy Island, cruise the exhilarating North Devon coastline, deep sea fishing and sea life safaris to see seals, porpoises and various sea birds. Walk the coast path from Capstone to Lee, Morthoe and Woolacombe, visiting pubs along the way and get a bus return!£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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- Ilfracombe, EnglandThe Admiral’s House - five well-furnished and equipped apartments (three of which are featured here) - is stunningly located on the edge of Ilfracombe’s Heritage harbour with great harbour and beach views from all living rooms and bedrooms .The Admiral’s House is centrally located for Ilfracombe’s main attractions. There are friendly pubs and restaurants, including Damien Hirst’s The Quay (opposite side of harbour), and shops and cafes within a few minutes’ stroll. There are local boats for trips and fishing. For special experiences, the summer Lundy Island ferry runs from the harbour. Sometimes the famous Waverly Paddle Steamer offers coastal cruises. The Admiral’s House is a 5-minute walk to the Landmark Theatre. The path at the front of the house is the start of the coastal path leading to Hillsborough Nature Reserve and the coves of Reparee and Larksdown. Hele beach is a short walk, or there is paddling on the sandy beach just below the window. A great base for touring, surfing at Croyd and Woolacombe, cream teas at many gardens, National Trust properties, unspoilt Exmoor, the Victorian cliff railway at Lynton and Lynmouth and many mini theme parks within a short drive. Returning to the harbourside holiday apartment, fishing boats can be seen landing their catch, and crab and lobster can be bought for supper! Shops 100 yards.£83From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandA contemporary penthouse apartment overlooking the sea at Ilfracombe in Devon. En-suite bathrooms. WiFi. Balcony with sea views. Harbour and shops 3 minutes walk. Woolacombe 6 miles.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandFarm cottage in courtyard setting with shared facilities and private beach 500 yards away. Sea views. Dog-friendly. Combe Martin 2 miles.£83From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandCountry cottage on working farm with friendly animals. Sea views. 500 yards to private beach. Children's playground and picnic site overlooking sea.£112From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandA beautiful, period terrace, set over three floors, in the centre of Ilfracombe, Devon. Games room. Rear patio. Close to beach. Woolacombe 6.7 miles; Barnstaple 12.4 miles; Lynton 18.3 miles.£102From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandMill Head Cottage is a lovely and very well presented two bedroom holiday home with accommodation over three levels. Located within 1 mile of both the nearest beach and beautiful harbour and literally on the corner of the best street for some of the best local restaurants. Ilfracombe with its beaches and lovely harbour and port which dates back to at least the 12th Century with quality ice cream, fish & chip and various craft shops and art galleries to enjoy plus Damien Hirst’s Verity statue which is a must see. The surrounding area has many attractions waiting to be discovered such as Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Hillsborough & Rapperee Cove, The Torrs, Watermouth Bay & the South West Coast Path. Then there’s the lovely Fuchsia Valley and for the family, Watermouth Castle & Theme Park. Why not take a trip to Lundy Island or enjoy coastal cruises, fishing, sea-life safaris and diving which are all available locally? Or take a trip on the Ilfracombe Princess and see seals, porpoises and sea birds nesting on the cliffs.
Try your hand at sea fishing on Blue Fin or take an exhilarating tour of the amazing coastline on the Ilfracombe Sea Safari or on the Hampshire Rose, a former RNLI Lifeboat. Ilfracombe is also perfectly situated to the enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail which provides the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line allowing you to enjoy some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery stretching from Barnstaple through to Bideford and beyond.
Exmoor National Park, just 11 miles away and Lynton & Lynmouth, 19 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! And of course, then there are several world class beaches such as Saunton Sands, Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! – all of which are famous for their surfing qualities, vast stretches of sand and also great dunes. Once you have enjoyed a day out and if you don’t fancy cooking then there are several good quality and popular restaurants to try out, many of which are regularly visited by locals from all over North Devon for their tasty local and ethnic fayre. Beach 1 mile.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandLocated just 2 miles from the Victorian seaside town of Ilfracombe and within half a mile of Hele Beach with its gorgeous bay, is this lovely, two bedroom detached lodge. It has ample space for four people, with accommodation comprising a kingsize bedroom with a TV and an en-suite bathroom, and a twin bedroom with TV. There’s also a shower room, and the open plan living space is spacious and airy, with a Smart TV and Firestick, and a contemporary remote controlled electric fire, plus patio doors leading out onto the spacious decking. The kitchen has all that you’ll need for your stay. Outside you’ll find an enclosed decking area to two sides with furniture for you to enjoy al fresco dining and there’s ample unallocated on road parking. The park, which is extremely well maintained, offers additional facilities such as a kids play park, toilet block and showers, laundry, recycling and dog washing stations.
Ilfracombe Harbour and port, which dates back to at least the 12th century, offers quality ice cream, fish & chips, and various craft shops and art galleries to enjoy, plus Damien Hirst’s ’Verity’ statue which is a must see. The surrounding area has many attractions waiting to be discovered such as Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Hillsborough and Rapperee Cove, The Torrs, Watermouth Bay and the South West Coast Path. Then there’s the lovely Fuchsia Valley and for the family, Watermouth Castle and Theme Park. Why not take a trip to Lundy Island or enjoy coastal cruises, fishing, sea-life safaris and diving which are all available locally?
Ilfracombe is also perfectly situated to the enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail, which provides the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line allowing you to enjoy some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery, stretching from Barnstaple through to Bideford and beyond. If you don’t fancy cooking after a full day out, then there are several good quality and popular restaurants to try out in Ilfracombe, many of which are regularly visited by locals from all over North Devon for their tasty local and ethnic fayre.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandThis charming two-bedroom lodge offers serene countryside views and of the sea in the distance. Perfectly situated just under 3 miles from Ilfracombe and 4 miles from stunning Woolacombe beach, it comfortably accommodates four guests. The lodge features an open plan living space with well-equipped kitchen for all you culinary needs, a double bedroom with ensuite, a twin room and a family bathroom with a bath and shower. Step outside onto the enclosed decking area to soak in the views while enjoying meals or stargazing with drinks. Parking for two cars is available adjacent to the lodge, though electric vehicle charging isn’t provided on-site.
Ilfracombe Harbour, a historic site dating back to the 12th century, offers delightful shops and galleries, including the renowned Verity statue by Damien Hirst. Here, after a day of exploration, indulge in Ilfracombe’s popular restaurants offering a diverse range of local and ethnic cuisine. Explore nearby attractions like Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Watermouth Bay, and the South West Coast Path. Families can delight in visits to Fuchsia Valley and Watermouth Castle and Theme Park. Adventure seekers can embark on coastal cruises, sea safaris, or fishing trips from Ilfracombe. Not far away, discover Exmoor National Park, just 9 miles away, or the captivating Lynton and Lynmouth known for stunning sea views and a unique water-powered cliff railway just 17 miles to the east. Nearby world-class beaches like Saunton Sands and Woolacombe attract surfers with their vast sandy shores and impressive dunes, to the Tarka Trail, this lodge offers an ideal base to explore the best of North Devon’s attractions. Beach 2½ miles.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandWelcome to Harbour Way, your inviting ground-floor holiday retreat nestled just yards away from the main town car park in the Victorian charm of Ilfracombe. Embrace the convenience of being a leisurely stroll from the delightful harbour and local beaches, inviting you to bask in the coastal splendor of North Devon.
This cosy haven features two inviting bedrooms, including a kingsize bed with an en-suite shower room, alongside a bunk bedroom ideal for families or friends. An additional shower room houses a concealed washing machine and tumble dryer, ensuring convenience during your stay. The spacious living room invites relaxation with its smart TV, providing a perfect space to unwind after a day of coastal exploration. The well-equipped kitchen has all you’ll need for your stay. Outside, to the rear, is a practical outdoor drying area, perfect for drying wetsuits after thrilling adventures in the surfing hotspots dotted about the North Devon coast such as Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton Sands.
Explore the vibrant town of Ilfracombe, brimming with local attractions and a vibrant cultural scene. Don’t miss the chance to delve into the breathtaking landscapes of Exmoor National Park, a short drive away, offering a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. And then there’s Lynton and Lynmouth, just 19 miles to the east with 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! Whether you seek coastal escapades, cultural discoveries, or outdoor adventures, Harbour Way presents an ideal base for an unforgettable holiday experience in the heart of Ilfracombe, where the allure of North Devon and various excellent restaurants beckons at your doorstep. Harbour beach 100 yards.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
