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.
Tavistock, EnglandMagnolia House and Bay Tree are the perfect choice for families and couples wanting a luxurious escape that is walking distance to the delightful town of Tavistock on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. These two stunning Grade II listed properties have been lovingly refurbished to retain the heritage and quality of this stunning house, but are presented with all the modern luxuries to make your holiday one to cherish.
Bay Tree has its own private entrance and is perfect for couples or a small family. This delightful, spacious property is beautifully furnished with a large living room with cosy wood burner to curl up beside on a chilly evening.
It is just a short walk down to the ancient stannery town of Tavistock, a friendly town with World Heritage status. The vibrant town offers a unique selection of independent shops offering locally produced food. The famous pannier market is not to be missed and there are an excellent selection of cafés and restaurants within walking distance. You will be spoilt for choice with excellent walking and cycling routes close by. There are stunning views from Magnolia House over the town towards Dartmoor National Park which is the largest and wildest area of open countryside in the south of England with its ancient woodland and granite tors. There are many stunning beaches to explore on the South Devon and Cornwall coasts and many National Trust properties including Cothele House, Saltram House, Lydford Gorge, Buckland Abbey and Castle Drogo. Golf, fishing and horse riding are all on offer close by and for a great day out, Plymouth, 12 miles has shops, theatres, the National Marine Aquarium and historic Barbican. Beach 16 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Talaton House, EnglandExcellent 5* cottage in grounds of striking Grade II listed Talaton House. Parking. Pet friendly. WiFi. Ottery St Mary 4 miles.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- 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.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandFound in the historic port of Brixham, Samphire Cottage is a traditional end-of-terrace fisherman’s cottage with a sleek, contemporary interior twist. The property has been decorated and furnished to a very good standard and the open plan living, dining and well-appointed kitchen area makes it easy for guests to spend time together. The master bedroom has a kingsize bed, harbour views and a feature fireplace. The second bedroom leads out onto a small patio area with a mirror and water feature. Stepping out, you’ll fall in love with the views from the south easterly-facing patio right above Brixham’s bustling harbour, a 5-minute walk away. The patio is the perfect spot to sit in and watch the sun go down while you sip your favourite tipple, and there’s something relaxing about watching the boats come and go. Parking is mostly in public car parks nearby, but there is some on road parking in the locality.
You’ll find Brixham in Torbay, on the South Devon Coast, and it’s one of the UK’s prettiest destinations. Pick up the South West Coast Path and take in some of the dramatic scenery on foot, hop aboard a ferry and explore neighbouring Torquay, or while away some time at Berry Head County Park and Nature Reserve. The cobbled high street slopes gently down to the harbourside, where you’ll find seafood restaurants proudly serving the fresh catch of the day, including Rockfish, owned by celebrity chef Mitch Tonks. 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.
Visit Brixham and experience one of the treasures of the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay. The English Riviera has more attractions than any other seaside resort in the UK! For families looking for things to do, Torquay is a hive of activity throughout the year. There are loads of beaches to choose from, Kents Cavern to explore and the brilliant Living Coasts coastal zoo to visit, where you can walk with penguins. There are also plenty of sightseeing excursions, and boat and fishing trips out into the bay. 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 house is also close by. Beach ½ mile. Shop and restaurant 400 yards, pub 300 yards.£93From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tuckenhay, England"Devon’s best kept secret... Just inland from some of Devon’s loveliest and most natural beaches lies the village of Tuckenhay set along Bow Creek on the River Dart...."
In a setting of stunning natural beauty, Mill Bank (ref UK33902) is the latest addition to a superb choice of cottages at Tuckenhay Mill. An extremely spacious two-person cottage having a living, dining, kitchen area on the higher level with two south-facing balconies overlooking the stream towards the Mill. The master bedroom and en-suite shower room are on the lower level, together with the riverside day room. Your own footpath leads from the garden via a footbridge to the facilities at the Mill.
Tuckenhay Mill is the centrepiece of a cluster of country homes and cottages with superb leisure facilities including two indoor and one outdoor pools.
The Mill which once produced some of the finest paper in the land, nestles in the green and shady Bow Creek, a languid inlet of the River Dart where private yachts have replaced the old tall-masted ships and barges. Around the mill are all the buildings which once went to make up a small bustling village port. These listed buildings have been sympathetically restored and converted to a delightful range of holiday properties to suit larger family parties. Awards have been won for the conversion of buildings and the conservation of the area. With so much to do, many holidaymakers return year after year. There is golf nearby and a pub within 1 mile.
South Devon awaits you
Tuckenhay is only a 20-minute drive from the superb award-winning beach at Blackpool Sands and about 30 minutes from a surfing beach at Bantham, as well as some of the best natural beaches to be found anywhere in the UK.
There is also extensive access to the coastal footpath for walking and the wilderness that is Dartmoor for walking, climbing and riding.
This is a mecca for ramblers, bird-watchers, swimmers, surfers, horse riders, golfers and those interested in fishing, boating, sailing and windsurfing.
In addition, there are many historic NT houses to visit including Agatha Christies’s Greenway as well as a local vineyard.
Tuckenhay is only 5 miles inland from Dartmouth and 3 from the market town of Totnes. Village shop 3½ miles. Riverside inn and restaurant within walking distance.
A superb choice of cottages
Great care has been taken to retain the feel of the original buildings. Most have garden, terrace or patio. Many cottages have more than one bathroom and some have an en-suite bathroom to every bedroom. Kitchens are comprehensively equipped: most have dishwashers and all have microwave cookers.
Couples and honeymooners will feel snug and comfortable in the cottages: Mill Leat, Mill Stream, Mill Spring and now Mill Bank. Families can spread out in Papermaker’s or Turbine Cottages, while Mill Lodge, Edgecombe Barn and Tuckenhay Mill House will sleep larger parties in comfort. Of course, combinations of cottages can accommodate bigger gatherings of family or friends.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Torquay, EnglandStanding on the prestigious Livermead Hillside with lovely sea views, and taking full advantage of the wide views over Cockington Valley, is this delightful, lower ground floor garden apartment, situated beneath the owner’s home. The property has a conservatory with lovely views over the garden and out to sea. The spacious grounds are shared with the owner, and there is a private decking area with table and chairs. The living, dining and kitchen areas are all open plan and have been decorated and furnished to a good standard. Cockington is a very picturesque village, with horse and carriage rides, chocolate box cottages and an amazing tea room, ideal for a Devon cream tea. Cockington Court and Country Park, set in 460 acres, is just a 5-minute walk.
Ideal for couples who want to explore the wonderful English Riviera region, or simply leave the car behind as this garden apartment lies just ½-mile away from the beautiful beaches. The property is located halfway between Torquay and Paignton, set back a 15-minute walk from the sea front and 15 minutes’ from the pretty village of Cockington. Set on the edge of Cockington Country Park, with nearly 500 acres of woodland, an arboretum, historic old house and lots of walks with quite hilly terrain.
It is a 30-minute walk to the bustling resort of Torquay, with its abundance of tourist attractions including shops, bistros and theatres. There are many places to visit including Kent’s Cavern, St Marychurch, Torre Abbey Sands and Dartmoor with its Tors, ponies and amazing walks, also close by. Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£85From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Plymouth, EnglandThis substantial, iconic, Grade ll* listed, end-terraced Italianate building, which was built in the late 19th century, is now split into sympathetically divided apartments, each with totally unique features. Elliot Terrace was the home of Lady Nancy Astor and the famous author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Situated in an unrivalled location, some of the apartments enjoy spectacular views across the historic Plymouth Hoe and Sound, to Drakes Island in the bay and the far distant horizon. The apartments have panoramic, dual aspect windows, beautifully decorative cornicing and architectural details. The world renowned Plymouth Hoe is a fascinating place to visit, with the red and white striped lighthouse high up on the esplanade. Guests can enjoy the outdoor lido swimming pool, and the historic Barbican with its cobbled streets. Each apartment provides a parking permit for one car free of charge, however, should you need more, then extra parking is available by arrangement with the owner at a cost of £10 per permit. Beach 100 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.£120From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Buckfastleigh, EnglandThis cosy and comfortable holiday property is set in a quiet courtyard located just off the main street of the little town of Buckfastleigh. The Butterfly Farm, Otter sanctuary and the South Devon Railway with steam trains to Totnes are a short walk away. The well-known medieval monastery of Buckfast Abbey with its various craft shops is also within easy walking distance. Kay’s Cottage provides an excellent base for touring Dartmoor and the South Devon coast. With quick access to Plymouth and Exeter, it also allows plenty of time for day trips to Cornwall and other Devon attractions, north and east. Shop 30 yards, pub 300 yards.£46From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dalwood, EnglandThese two charming self contained ground floor apartments are set within 13 acres of wonderful gardens. They are both tastefully furnished with period furniture and make delightful holiday homes in this peaceful part of East Devon, just west of the quaint town of Axminster and on the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Within easy driving of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with its stunning scenery. The popular seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Beer, Seaton and Sidmouth are a must, along with many attractions, such as Pecorama at Beer, the famous Seaton and District Electric Tramway running along the Seaton Marshes with its abundance of birdlife all year round, and the Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth. There are many historic houses and gardens to visit, or you can spend a few days enjoying the cathedral city of Exeter with its amazing cathedral, catacombs, shops and restaurants. Enjoy lovely country walks and village pubs in this unspoilt area, and on your return keen gardeners can wander around the 10 acres of gardens, which are open to the public during the summer. Shop, pub and restaurant 1.75 miles.£44From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kentisbury, EnglandIdeally located for exploring the delights of North Devon and Exmoor, Chaffcutters (ref. UKC1406), Wheelwrights (ref. UKC1407) and Chapel Cottage (ref. HOOM) are the perfect base for your holiday.
Chaffcutters (ref. UKC1406) and Wheelwrights (ref. UKC1407) were converted from an old stone barn, the properties still have a couple of clues to their past life. The well-appointed cottages, with their enclosed courtyard gardens are located in the hamlet of Kentisbury Ford.
Chapel Cottage (ref. HOOM) is a single storey, detached holiday cottage makes an ideal base from which to explore the beautiful North Devon countryside. The cottage has been thoughtfully converted, and the enclosed patio is an ideal suntrap from which to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
From here, you are never very far from the attractions that make north Devon a great holiday destination. Whether you are a couple with a dog or a young family, there is much to see and do in the local area. The stunning, sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton are a must during your stay where you can learn to surf or hopefully, top up your tan. There are many other coves and bays at Combe Martin, Lee Bay and Hele Bay which are ideal for rock pooling. Towards Lynton and Lynmouth there is dramatic scenery as Exmoor meets the coast, from the plunging cliffs at Countisbury Head to the beauty of the Valley of the Rocks. There is the Victoria Cliff Railway connecting Lynton to Lynmouth and also access to the Southwest Coast Path. At Ilfracombe, there is bustling harbourside and the Tunnels Beaches. The regional town of Barnstaple has a good range of shops and amenities including the must-see historic Pannier market. For some real holiday excitement, a trip to Watermouth Castle, Combe Martin Wildlife Park or the Big Sheep will certainly make somebodies holiday. There are National Trust properties at Arlington, Knightshayes and Castle Drogo and the RHS gardens at Rosemoor are certainly worth the journey. There is cycling on the Tarka Trail, golf, horse riding and fishing all available locally. Shop 500 yards, pub 1½ miles and restaurant 750 yards.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
