Dog-Friendly Holidays in Northumberland
Filled with beautiful scenery, unspoilt beaches, rolling hills, rugged moorland and a scattering of charming market towns, Northumberland is a simply fantastic destination for an adventurous getaway with your pooch. With 1200 miles of walking routes and 80 miles of beaches, there's plenty for you and your curious canine to explore.
Bamburgh, EnglandNestled in a quiet hamlet of pretty, white-washed, former farm cottages known as East Burton, the location and quality of this stunning, mid-terrace cottage is simply divine! Darling Cottage enjoys a tranquil and rural setting, and simply oozes style and charm. There is a cosy wood burner in the living room, ensuring a warm welcome regardless of the season. There is a separate dining room where French doors enhance the bright and airy ambience and leads to a secluded patio garden with south-facing sun deck and a sea view over the Farne Islands. A characterful, exposed stone archway leads from the dining area to the pristine kitchen. The bedrooms are immaculately presented and enjoy undulated views across open farmland. A high quality welcome pack is included for every guest.
East Burton enjoys the very best of both worlds. Situated down a single track where a passing car is a rarity, the views to the south and west overlook open countryside. To the east there are uninterrupted views towards Bamburgh Castle and the sea, with the Farne Islands on the horizon. The picture postcard coastal village of Bamburgh is just over a mile east, where the commanding presence of the magnificent castle, with its impressive film and TV pedigree, dominates the coastline. This prestigious visitor destination offers restaurants, pubs and quaint tea rooms, along with ample local facilities including a convenience store, butcher (home of the famous Bamburgh banger, as seen on ’Rick Stein Food Heroes’), gift shops, art gallery and the Grace Darling Museum. The wide expanse of golden, and often empty, sandy beach that Bamburgh is renowned for is idyllic for those who yearn to inhale the invigorating sea air, feel the sand between their toes and listen to the lap of the waves as they gently reach the shore. Offering views of Lindisfarne, the Farne Islands, the Cheviots and Bamburgh Castle. In addition, Bamburgh’s golf course is one of the most beautiful links course in the world.
The tidal island of Lindisfarne, known locally as Holy Island, is regarded as the birthplace of Christianity in the UK, and can be viewed from the shoreline. The causeway leading onto the island is swept by the North Sea but safe to cross twice daily. Two miles north of Bamburgh is the bird sanctuary at Budle Bay, where at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is home to countless thousands of wading birds, making this location a haven for bird watchers. The traditional fishing port of Seahouses is only 3 miles down the coastline with its good range of local shops, a Chinese takeaway and an Indian restaurant. Watch the trawlers return to the harbour with their daily catch, take a boat trip to the Farne Islands or set sail to test your fishing skills! There are several golf courses (some of them at championship level) in the area, horse riding, fantastic cycling, and some of the best coastal and countryside walking you will experience. If you like walking, you will love the Northumberland Coastal Patch which passes less than a mile from the cottage and takes in some of the most stunning beach views you will ever see.
The elegant Georgian town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, with its famous ramparts, sits straddling the salmon-rich River Tweed, just 17 miles north, whilst the bustling market town of Alnwick, with its own magnificent castle (the ancestral home to the Duke of Northumberland and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy), also offers many lovely and is around 15 miles away. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its grand cascade waterfall and restaurant set within the largest tree house in Europe.
Darling Cottage is an excellent choice for those seeking beautifully presented accommodation in a truly spectacular setting, giving easy access to explore the 20 miles of Northumberland Heritage Coastline, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Seahouses, EnglandThe popular village of North Sunderland reveals Bernicia House, a stunning detached abode only a stone’s throw from local amenities and the golden Northumberland Coast. Whether you are joining friends or bringing along the family, this retreat is a breath of fresh air, a calm, serene place to base your holiday and build some memories.
The living rooms are comfortably designed, one on the ground floor opening onto the beautiful conservatory/games room. The other has been carefully thought out on the first floor so the outstanding views straight over to the coast and open countryside can be enjoyed through the floor to ceiling glass windows. Retire here after a long day on the beach and watch the horses graze whilst the sun sets behind them. The kitchen overlooks the gardens and has everything needed to cook up a hearty meal for the whole family to enjoy. There’s also a utility room which houses the washer/dryer and tumble dryer. The bedrooms are effortlessly presented with one situated on the ground floor, with a well-equipped en-suite. The upper level being home to a variety of bedroom styles to suit every guest including a twin room and a family bathroom. There is a large garage which makes a great storage room for water sports equipment, bikes, and anything else you may need it for. This honeypot location benefits from pretty gardens to the front and rear of the property, with a grand patio area and furniture where you can unwind under the sun, pop the barbecue on and enjoy some al fresco dining.
Straight opposite the property is Slate Hall Riding Centre, take advantage of a stroll along the golden sands with one of the horses or ponies on offer - what a wonderful way to end a holiday to remember at Bernicia House! Seahouses offers a wide array of tearooms, restaurants, pubs and shops within walking distance. Boat trips run from the nearby harbour to the Farne Islands, famous for their nesting seabirds and grey seal colonies.
The picture postcard village of Bamburgh, dominated by its majestic castle, is only 2 miles north, where there is a wide expanse of golden, and often empty sandy beaches. The tidal island of Lindisfarne, locally known as Holy Island, can be seen from the beach and is accessible via a causeway twice daily. A further 2 miles up the coastline brings you to Waren Mill, which is steeped in history. Once an important port, its harbour has long since disappeared, silted up beneath the sands of the estuary. Budle Bay is a bird sanctuary and at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is home to thousands of sea and land birds, making this location a haven for bird watchers. The historic market town of Alnwick, with its own castle, offers many facilities, just a short drive inland. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its grand cascade waterfall and a restaurant within the largest treehouse in Europe! Beach 800 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 300 yards.£142From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bamburgh, EnglandLittle Haven is a charming, two-bedroom cottage near the lovely coastal village of Bamburgh in Northumberland. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Sweeping field views. Seahouses 3.5 miles; Beadnell 5.1 miles; Alnwick 14.6 miles.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
