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, EnglandSherrill Farm Holiday Cottages is a complex of 13 delightful self catering cottages (refs UKC1427 to UKC1439), converted from the original 300 year old barns and farmhouse set within 16 acres of Devon farmland. Clustered around the central courtyard, the properties retain many original features and are charmingly furnished and decorated, with well-equipped kitchens. (Some properties are adjoining, whilst others occupy either the ground floor or the first floor of the same cottage). Located near Dartmoor and midway between Tavistock and Launceston on the Devon/Cornwall border, in wonderful rolling countryside.
Approached by its own private driveway, Sherrill Farm is a perfect spot to relax and unwind or to use as a base for exploring north and south Devon, and Cornwall.
This farm complex is a superb place for the entire family, and all guests have use of the large indoor heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gymnasium, bowling alley and games room. This leisure complex is open daily until 9pm. After an energetic swim you can step out onto the surrounding sun terrace and enjoy the stunning south-facing views, whilst the children keep themselves entertained in their own play area. There is also an all-weather tennis court available and rackets can be hired on site; a picnic area and a summerhouse along the banks of the ponds. This really is a beautiful area offering perfect family accommodation, peace and tranquillity.
There are three ponds within the grounds, one has been especially created to encourage wildlife and is set in beautiful surroundings. The other 2 ponds have been stocked with fish for those wishing to try their hand at this relaxing pastime (rods can be hired on site). Many bird species can be seen in the area as it is so quiet here and foxes and badgers are often seen on a summer’s evening.
A short drive away is the beautiful Tamar Valley dividing Devon and Cornwall, with picturesque and historical riverside villages including Morewellham. Within minutes you can be venturing out onto the Dartmoor National Park with over 250,000 acres of wild rugged open moorland, a haven for hikers or dog walkers. There are many exciting places to visit including Morwellham Quay and the National Trust properties of Cotehele, Buckland Abbey and Lydford Gorge with its White Lady Waterfall.
The historic market town of Tavistock is just 6 miles away and is a popular town with indoor pannier market and local shops selling locally produced foods. Horse riding is also available locally, as is trout fishing. Why not try canoeing on the River Tamar, or perhaps cycling on the Plym Valley track? The north and south coasts of both Devon and Cornwall are within easy reach by car and offer an amazing choice of splendid sandy beaches, a variety of water sports, cliff top walks, swimming, surfing and other seaside activities. The owners can also recommend local caterers, and guests can contact Lifton Farm Shop to organise a hog roast. Beach 20 miles. Shop 4½ miles, pub 1 mile and restaurant 1¼ miles.£48From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Honiton, EnglandA stylish ground-floor dwelling lying in a peaceful and secluded area within the village of Stockland, East Devon. Outstanding views. Accessible accommodation. Hot tub. Ottery St Mary 11.5 miles; Lyme Regis 14.6 miles; Exeter 22.6 miles.£214From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bideford, EnglandA lovely cottage situated on Pillhead Farm near the historic town of Bideford in beautiful Devon. Hot tub. Balcony. Open-plan living. Exposed beams. Shared outdoor heated swimming pool. Westward Ho! 3 miles; Barnstaple 10 miles.£133From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tiverton, EnglandThe Knowstone and Rackenford glamping pods at Secret Skies are located within a rural smallholding between South Molton and Tiverton, offering a peaceful retreat with easy access to the North Devon link road. This is a glamping experience with stunning views across Exmoor and the surrounding fields with ponies and sheep grazing, an enclosed garden and an open plan kitchen, dining and sleeping area. As you enter the pod, you will be welcomed into the cosy open plan kitchen, dining and sleeping area which is comfortably furnished with an adjoining shower room. The kitchen is equipped with a two-ring electric hob, convection oven microwave, under-counter fridge and breakfast bar with two stools. The kingsize bed is positioned in the centre of the pod to make the most of the beautiful countryside views and it also faces the Smart TV. The shower room is fitted with a shower cubicle, heated towel rail, toilet and sink. After a busy day exploring the area, step into the fully enclosed garden which has a fire pi/BBQ, outdoor seating and a hot tub. This outdoor space is a real sun trap and it is a great spot for enjoying your morning coffee.
The accommodation is peacefully located 3 miles from the small local village of Rackenford which offers a good local shop, and the bustling market town of South Molton is 11 miles away. Keen walkers should know that you are able to walk to the moors from the property! Head to Exmoor National Park which is just a short drive away and the beautiful North Devon coastline is within a 40-minute drive. To the north you have the beautiful sandy beaches at Combe Martin, Croyde and Woolacombe and a collection of pretty fishing villages and towns such as Clovelly, Lynton, Lynmouth and Porlock. To the south you have the dramatic red cliffs of Sidmouth, Beer and Branscombe with its pebbled beaches, and Exmouth with its various water sports on offer. For those looking for an adventure, then you must discover the National Parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor which are renowned for their changing landscape, stunning views and rugged, wide open spaces. With lots of day-out opportunities from your doorstep, make Secret Skies glamping pods the base for your next North Devon holiday.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kingsbridge, EnglandA lovely single-storey annexe resting in Bigbury near Challaborough, Devon. Hot tub. Countryside and sea views. Romantic. Enclosed garden. Open-plan. Stylish. Close to beach. Bigbury-on-Sea 2.3 miles; Kingsbridge 6.5 miles;Salcombe 10 miles.£103From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Beaworthy, EnglandPigaway Cottage is an attractive two-bedroom barn conversion, peacefully situated in rural North Devon alongside a cluster of neighbouring properties. It is located in unspolit countryside with beautiful views of Dartmoor and surrounding areas. The property is located in Okehampton a short distance from quaint local village of Sheepwash and just a 30 minute drive from Bude Beach and Instow Beach.
Begin your exploration of this unique ground floor property as you walk into the cosy and inviting open plan kitchen, living area and dining area. The kitchen is well equipped with everything needed to prepare a home-cooked meal for four, including an electric oven, electric hob, slimline dishwasher, microwave and an under-counter fridge with an icebox. The dining table is the perfect space to gather together for breakfast to plan your adventurous day ahead and the living area offers a relaxing sanctuary after a busy day exploring, comfortably furnished with a sofa, armchairs, smart TV with freeview and a woodburner (the first bundle of logs are provided). The two beautifully presented bedrooms both lead off the open plan living area, the first is furnished with a double bed and the other with twin beds. The family bathroom is fitted with a shower over the bath, heated towel rail, toilet and sink. To top off this beautiful property, patio doors open out from the living area to the back garden which has a lawn and outdoor seating. The perfect suntrap to enjoy your morning coffee.
Pigaway Cottage is ideally suited to explore the charming north Devon coast and countryside and there is so much to see and do from your holiday home. The starting point for the popular 180 mile Tarka Trail route is just ten minutes drive away, incorporating one of the country’s longest continuous traffic-free walking and cycling paths. The market town of Hatherleigh is just 5 miles away and the breathtaking Dartmoor National Park is within a 30 minute drive. There is fabulous surfing on the North Cornwall and North Devon Coast with beautiful beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde, Bude and Sandymouth. Enjoy a day out at Hartland, visit the lighthouse, Hartland Quay and the historic fishing village at Clovelly. The towns of Great Torrington and Bideford lie close by, where you will find most amenities. The Eden Project can be enjoyed within an hour’s drive, but even closer to your accommodation are Okehampton Castle, the RHS gardens at Torrington and the War Horse Valley Family Park at Iddesleigh. The Milky Way and The Big Sheep adventure parks will fascinate the younger ones. Beach 18 miles.£84From 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
Bideford, EnglandHigh Park House is the perfect venue for a large family holiday or group reunions/getaways. Built in 1845 High Park House features on the ground floor two living rooms with cosy wood burners and smart TVs, a formal dining room, a large kitchen/diner perfect for creating holiday feasts. There’s also a utility room, a handy separate toilet and a boot room. And for some family fun there’s a games room with a pool table. Up on the first floor are seven bedrooms with five en-suites, to comfortably sleep sixteen guests. Within the grounds is an indoor swimming pool and hot tub which can be booked for exclusive use and a large natural lake with a decked terrace, to the front of the house is a large private lawn area and ample parking.
High Park House offers easy access to beaches, moors, golf courses, children friendly fun parks, and many other recreational activities. Bideford is the second largest town in North Devon with plenty to see and do including a lovely river front and port. The Southwest Coastal Path is a must for keen walkers and runners, as is the popular Tarka Trail, which stretches for c.180 miles and can be accessed locally. Swimming, surfing, canoeing and entertainment for all the family plus fishing are all close by. For a day with a difference why not take a trip across to Lundy Island? With regular trips from Bideford, measuring just 3 miles by ¾ mile, this entire island has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Westward Ho!, the nearest seaside village offers an array of seaside amenities including some fascinating curiosity shops, restaurants and cafes. Within easy reach are two popular top attractions, The Big Sheep amusement farm park and The Ultimate Adventure Centre! Being very close to the A39 Atlantic Highway, the property is conveniently located for day trips to other beautiful places such as Exmoor National Park with stunning dark skies for great star gazing and locations such as Clovelly, Hartland and North Cornwall. Beach 4 miles.£462From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Paignton, EnglandThe Black Barn is a superb holiday home situated on a quiet rural lane in the pretty South Devon village of Marldon, just a short 10-minute drive from Paignton and numerous nearby beaches. This luxurious and striking five-bedroom detached, 2022 new build can accommodate up to ten guests and is extremely spacious. It is stylish and has underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, a hot tub, gym, cinema, open plan living and eco-friendly solar panels and air source heating. The perfect base for friends to get together for a special occasion or a family holiday.
As you head inside, you will be welcomed into the open plan kitchen and dining area which is well equipped with everything needed to prepare a homecooked meal. The space feels warm and inviting with its large island worktop, breakfast bar seating and bi-folding doors opening out into the garden. There’s also a handy utility room and a shower room leading off the kitchen. The living room is comfortably furnished with plenty of electric reclining seating, a Sky Smart TV with Freeview, and a wood burner. The ground floor also features its very own gym with a treadmill, exercise bike, rowing machine and a Sky Smart TV with Freeview. Next door is a super kingsize zip and link bedroom which can be set up as twin beds if requested.
Head upstairs to the first floor where you will discover the other four double bedrooms, three of which are en-suite. The master kingsize bedroom has been lavishly furnished with a dressing area, TV and an en-suite with a slipper bath tub and a shower, offering the choice of a relaxing soak or a refreshing shower. The cinema room accessed via a secret bookcase door adds the wow factor with plenty of plush seating and a large projector screen with a Skybox.
The beautiful south-facing garden offers plenty of space to explore with its large lawn, patio area, garden furniture, pond, trampoline, and a 5-seater hot tub. It’s very likely you will spot plenty of wildlife in the distance.
The quaint village of Marldon is based just a few miles inland from the resorts of Torbay and within easy reach of the town of Totnes. Nearby there are several National Trust properties, including Compton Castle, Berry Pomeroy Castle and Cockington Court. If you are seeking quiet beaches away from the crowds, Maidencombe and Broadsands are great choices, offering secluded coves and the coastal town of Paignton is a great destination for a day of fun in the sun. Head to Paignton Beach and the pier with tenpin bowling, fairground rides and crazy golf while admiring the sea vistas. Pay a visit to Paignton Zoo, Torre Abbey, Dinosaur World and Torquay Museum, which are all within a short distance of each other, so you can visit all of them before strolling along the waterfront in the coastal town of Torquay. Escape to The Black Barn and experience the wonders of Devon!£689From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
