Dog-Friendly Hotels 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, EnglandLovely, old stone barn conversion sits on Pittescombe Farm, close to the Tamar Valley AONB. Woodburner. Character features. Dog-friendly. Hot tub. Tavistock 4 miles.£238From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Holsworthy, EnglandLarge detached barn conversion with countryside views near Bradworthy. Four bedrooms each with en-suite. Childrens wendy house and children's play area. Bude 10 miles.£226From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandThe Pink House is a luxurious holiday home, renovated in 2020 and set within Branscombe, which is one of the prettiest villages on the East Devon coast, with a cluster of thatched and stone cottages nestled alongside a narrow lane at the bottom of a wooded valley. Less than a 10 minute easy walk to the beach, boasting a private hot tub, underfloor heating downstairs and four en-suite bedrooms, The Pink House is the ultimate luxurious coastal retreat boasting homeliness and charm which can be felt upon approaching the property, and this continues to the inside.
On entering, guests will love the contemporary open plan living, dining and kitchen areas which are spacious and full of light with a set of bi-fold doors opening out into the garden. The kitchen has everything you need including a Rangemaster electric oven with an induction hob, a built-in microwave, American fridge/freezer, dishwasher and a Nespresso coffee machine. The dining area is a great space to enjoy a family meal and after a fun-filled day exploring East Devon, you can kick back on the plush sofas in the living area, relax in front of the wood burner and the watch your favourite movie on the Smart TV with a Sonos sound system. If you don’t feel like cooking, then why not dine in the popular Masons Arms pub next door which serves delicious meals? Stepping outside the property, there is plenty of outdoor seating, a private 5-seater hot tub and a utility room which has a washing machine and sink.
The first of the bedrooms is located on the ground floor with a kingsize zip and link bed which can be split into 2ft6 single beds on request at the time of booking. This room has an en-suite shower room. On the first floor, you will find the other three en-suite bedrooms, two kingsize and one superkingsize with zip and link beds which can be split into 3ft singles on request.
Branscombe boasts a beautiful pebbly beach which is a natural sun trap, and a beautiful coastal path on the Jurassic Coast, just waiting to be explored. The one hour cliffside walk from Branscombe to the quintessential fishing village of Beer is a particular highlight with breathtaking scenery and ocean views. You can explore Heritage coast footpaths from Branscombe and Sidmouth in one direction and Lyme Regis and Seaton in the other. Enjoy freshly caught fish and chips and an ice cream whilst searching for fossils along the Jurassic Coast. The Regency seaside town of Sidmouth is just three miles away where you’ll find a great range of attractions and activities, including a visit to the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary. For the little ones, the World of Country Life, Crealy Adventure Park, Beer Quarry Caves, Bicton Gardens and Pecorama are all within a short drive. With beautiful surroundings and close to the sea, The Pink House is the perfect choice for a truly memorable family holiday.£255From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tavistock, EnglandA beautiful detached, four-bedroom house on the outskirts of the small village of Mary Tavy near Tavistock, Dartmoor, Devon. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Hot tub, Enclosed garden. Okehampton 12.8 miles; Plymouth 18.5 miles.£205From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crediton, EnglandThis stunning, Grade II listed barn conversion is located in East Worlington near Lapford, Devon. Off-road parking. Bedrooms with en-suites. Ground-floor living. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Crediton 10.1 miles; Tiverton 14.2 miles; Exeter 18.4 miles.£212From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crediton, EnglandA fantastic, thatched cottage nestled on the outskirts of Crediton, Devon. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Exeter 10.5 miles; Tiverton 13.9 miles; Exmouth 20.7 miles.£277From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandThis property is located near the popular port town of Ilfracombe and just under 3 miles from the nearest beach. It is situated on a small complex of 5 star properties, one of which the owners live in and is accessed via a private agricultural lane owned by the adjacent property. The Shippon is a four bedroom barn conversion with an open plan living space which is the hub of the property. There is a piano in the lounge. The kitchen has a fantastic island with an induction hob where real foodies can cook up a storm while chatting with other guests who can sit with a drink whilst their meal is being prepared. Outside there is a private raised garden and orchard area with countryside views, the Bristol Channel and Wales to enjoy.
The property is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty ( AONB ) and 4 miles from Ilfracombe’s lovely harbour and port which dates back to the 12th century, with quality ice cream, fish and chip shops, various craft shops and art galleries to enjoy. The surrounding area has many attractions waiting to be discovered including Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Hillsborough and Rapperee Cove, Watermouth Bay, the South West Coast Path and for the family, Watermouth Castle and Theme Park. You can have a day out on Lundy Island, go diving 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 perfectly situated to enjoy countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail, Exmoor National Park 20 minutes’ drive away and the breath taking Valley of the Rocks at Lynton with its incredible sea views, rugged cliffs and amazing funicular cliff railway to Lynmouth, which opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest entirely water powered railway in the world!
There are also numerous great pubs within walking distance 4km (plus the owners are happy to pick you up on the way home!). Sawmills in Watermouth Valley and 1675 traditional pub in Berrynarbor and stunning Sandy Cove Hotel in Combe Martin Bay which has stunning coastal views. This area plays host to world class beaches including Saunton Sands, Woolacombe and Croyde – all of which are famous for their surfing and vast stretches of golden sand. Beach 2¾ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 12 guests.£171From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandSouth Pusehill Cottage is a very well-presented holiday property with character features such as exposed beams and bespoke furniture and design. Although slightly rural with far reaching countryside views, the cottage is perfectly located for all the attractions and stunning scenery that North Devon has to offer, and is around 1½ miles away from the nearest beach at Westward Ho!, which is popular with surfers as well as sunbathers.
Westward Ho! offers an array of seaside amenities including some fascinating curiosity shops and a good range of restaurants and cafés, many of which are regularly visited by locals for their quality fayre. The beaches are a main attraction of this area for many, and the South West Coast Path also runs through the area. This is a must for keen runners and walkers! Swimming, surfing, canoeing, entertainment for all the family and fishing are all close by too. If golf is your thing, then you should visit the Royal North Devon Club which is nearby, it was founded in 1864 and is the oldest golf course in England!
The popular Tarka Trail can be accessed locally too, providing the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line by foot or by cycle allowing you to enjoy some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery while discovering the towns of Barnstaple and Bideford, where you can wander during the weekly pannier markets, with a host of local produce, quality cafés and crafts on offer. On your Tarka Trail journey be sure to visit the Fremington Quay Café for a tasty bite to eat and then the estuary-side village of Instow – where sunsets are a local treasure! And one place not to forget to visit is the world-famous village of Clovelly with its steep pedestrianised cobbled main street, traditional architecture, donkeys and views over the Bristol Channel. Be sure not to forget to visit Exmoor National Park with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’ and for a day with a difference take a trip across to Lundy Island, home to England’s first statutory Marine Nature Reserve due to its unique flora and fauna.£236From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Okehampton, EnglandPondmead is a beautifully presented four-bedroom thatched barn conversion, peacefully located on a working farm in a rural setting near the West Devon village of Monkokehampton. Set amidst attractive rolling Devonshire countryside with glorious views of Dartmoor National Park in the distance.
This spacious holiday home comfortably accommodates up to eight guests and showcases rustic beamed ceilings, a cosy living room, well equipped kitchen, a large garden and three bathrooms. The living room is furnished with comfortable seating, a Smart TV with Freeview and an LPG gas wood burner, the perfect spot to relax and watch a film after a busy day exploring Devon. The well-equipped kitchen offers a sociable breakfast area where you can all gather to tuck into a hearty breakfast and plan your activities for the day ahead. The ground floor is completed by a handy utility area with a fridge/freezer, washing machine and a shower room. Head upstairs to discover the four beautiful bedrooms which are each furnished with comfortable beds. The master bedroom has an en-suite shower room, and the family bathroom is fitted with a shower over the bath offering the choice of a relaxing soak or a refreshing shower. This wonderful home-away-from-home has a large lawn, outdoor patio space and seating area, and is a lovely spot in the evenings to enjoy the setting sun with a glass of your favourite tipple in hand.
This beautiful holiday home benefits from lovely countryside walks close by on Dartmoor and Exmoor, and cyclists and walkers are well catered for in the area with the famous Tarka Trail within easy reach, as well as The Granite Way. Iddesleigh, Hatherleigh and Winkleigh are just a short drive away and offer shops and pubs.
The outstanding surfing beaches of the North Devon and North Cornwall coastline are an easy drive away for a day out, with sandy shores and sheltered coves to explore including Bude, Saunton Sands, Croyde and Westward Ho! Pondmead is a truly delightful holiday home providing a comfortable base where you can relax amongst the Devon countryside.£115From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
