Dog-Friendly Holidays Norfolk
Discover the ultimate dog-friendly escape in Norfolk with our curated list of pet-friendly hotels and cottages. From sandy beaches to salt marshes, Norfolk offers a haven for you and your furry friend. Explore charming towns, roam dog-friendly coastlines, and book a hotel tailored for a memorable canine-friendly getaway in this picturesque corner of England.
Winterton-on-Sea, EnglandPerfectly situated in the tranquil hamlet of Martham, this holiday home offers a peaceful retreat with convenient access to local amenities. The village green, duck pond, pub, and shop are all within a short walk, providing a charming backdrop for your stay. Explore the excellent sandy beaches at Winterton-on-Sea and Hemsby, just 4 miles away. Both beaches boast golden sands and dunes, with Winterton-on-Sea offering designated dog-friendly areas and a 6-mile circular walk along the nature reserve, where you might spot the local seal colony.
The area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for cycling, walking, bird watching, and golf. A 5-minute drive takes you to the famous Norfolk Broads, with the village of Potter Heigham and Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads National Park. Enjoy daily river trips, boat hire, shops, riverside pubs, cafés, and restaurants. For a family-friendly adventure, visit BeWILDerwood at Horning, an outdoor park with jungle bridges and more. The traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth, 11 miles away, provides amusements, a pleasure beach with thrilling rides, a wide sandy beach, waxworks, pitch and putt, and a bustling town centre with shops, markets, supermarkets, cafés, and restaurants. Pleasurewood Hills, 19 miles away, is a theme park with thrilling rides for the whole family.
Nature lovers can explore Thrigby Wildlife Park (5.5 miles), offering close encounters with exotic animals, and Africa Alive (26 miles), where a unique meerkat enclosure awaits. The medieval city of Norwich, 18 miles away, boasts a stunning Norman castle, museums, cinemas, theatres, excellent shopping, and a variety of dining options. For further exploration, consider a visit to the Royal Sandringham Estate and Museum (60 miles) or venture into Suffolk to discover its stunning coastline. Enjoy cycling routes from the doorstep, and fishing enthusiasts can partake in daily fishing at Martham Fishing Pits. With beaches just 4 miles away, this holiday home provides a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Norwich, EnglandPerfectly positioned for exploring the city, the Broads and the coast, these two properties have everything you need for a great getaway, including a cosy wood burner. Cosy and welcoming, The Lodge (UK32622) is a Grade II detached cottage and is sure to appeal to small families. The Apple Store (UK32623) is a first floor apartment, adjacent to the owner’s home, and is ideal for couples looking for that extra special break. The latter has an open plan living area and a double-ended roll top bath in the bedroom, perfect for a blissful soak.
Should you be able to tear yourself away from Swannington Manor, you will find a wealth of things to see and do in the area. Close by lies the medieval city of Norwich, with its splendid Norman castle, numerous museums, galleries and theatres and a host of great places to eat and drink in. There are also some unique shopping opportunities, including an award-winning market and the Lanes, a small warren with artisan shops and cafés. Heading to Wroxham, the gateway to the Norfolk Broads, you can charter your own day launch or join an organised tour and drift along these much celebrated waterways. Form here you can also take the Bure Valley Railway across open countryside to the bustling market town of Aylsham, or visit the wonderful world of BeWILDerwood.
Seaside lovers will find themselves on the stunning coastline within half an hour, where you will find a variety of beach habitats from sand and shingle beaches to quays and marshes, including RSPB Cley Marsh. Visit Cromer and stroll along the pier, or go to Blakeney for a spot of crabbing on the quay. Venture a little further and head to Wells-next-the-Sea and take the narrow gauge railway to the wide, sandy beach with its lovely painted beach huts.
You are also close to great walks and cycle routes along the Marriot Way, or step back in time with a visit to the beautifully preserved hamlet of Heydon. Alternatively, potter around the pretty Georgian town of Holt, or visit Sheringham Park, Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections, the Blickling and Holkham Estates, North Norfolk Railways or Amazonia Zoo. These charming properties are in the perfect location to experience a wide range of attractions. Beach 19 miles.£54From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandComfortably accommodates up to four guests across two bedrooms making it the ideal choice for couples or small families. The chalet is conveniently set on one level and has a shower with a step to the entrance. There is a large communal lawned area, at the front and rear, which will provide plenty of space for family fun. There is also a storage box on the verandah which contains lots of beach toys, games and two large windbreaks. There are bird feeders in the garden, viewed from the kitchen window. Extra bird food is provided.
Situated on the North Norfolk coast and just a short stroll from the amazing sandy beach at Bacton. The village of Bacton offers lovely walks, two pubs with restaurants, fish and chip shop, café and an ice cream parlour. Bacton Woods is a perfect place to enjoy a picnic and great dog walking trails, and the village is also very dog friendly. Dogs are permitted on the beach, restricted in certain areas during the busy summer months. The traditional seaside resorts of Cromer, 13 miles away, and Sheringham, 17 miles, provide great days out for all the family. Wroxham, 13 miles away, is known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads and boasts riverside restaurants, cafés and shops.
The waterways are rich in bird life and wildlife, and daily river trips and boat hire is available. BeWILDerwood at Horning is an outdoor adventure park, the perfect place for children to burn off some energy. Other firm favourites are the Dinosaur Park and The Bug Parc both in Lenwade and offering both outside and inside fun. Avid gardeners will enjoy The Old Vicarage Gardens at East Runton and Sheringham National Trust Park. Other National Trust properties nearby include Felbrigg and Blickling Hall, ideal for lovers of history. The Royal Cromer and Mundesley golf courses will not disappoint good golfers and visitors to the area can enjoy the chance to spot hundreds of grey seals and pups along the shore at Horsey beach, between December and February. The city of Norwich is 21 miles away and offers two excellent indoor shopping malls, market square, theatre, cinema complexes, castle museum, cathedral, cafés, restaurants and pub. Beach 70 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant ¾ miles.£57From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandThis detached bungalow, newly renovated in 2020, is only ½ mile from sandy beaches and offers pleasant accommodation with a large enclosed sunny garden with views of Happisburgh lighthouse. The large rooms offer cosy and comfortable holiday accommodation for couples, families and friends. The property consists of two large bedrooms and a modern family bathroom. The bright and airy open plan kitchen/dining room offers a well-equipped kitchen along with a dining area with patio doors out onto the garden.
Happisburgh is home to the oldest working lighthouse in the county and the only independently operated lighthouse in the UK. The famous red and white striped lighthouse affords wonderful views of the coast and countryside and in the summer, it is open to visitors on occasional Sundays.
The village offers a shop and a pub serving home cooked food. Half an hours drive away you will find the seaside town of Sheringham which is a traditional town with award-winning family beach, heritage steam railway, a variety of shops selling local produce and many coastal and countryside walks. Nearby you will also find the popular resort of Cromer with sandy beaches perfect for surfing. The city of Norwich is located 20 miles away which offers excellent shopping. Beach 0.3 miles. Shops and restaurants 4 miles, pub 0.3 miles.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wells-next-the-Sea, EnglandA perfect holiday retreat, this appealing detached barn conversion sits in a conservation area. Lovingly renovated, marrying modern and traditional materials, it was shortlisted for the ‘Master Builder’ Award in 2010. It is tucked away a stone’s throw from the picturesque quay with fishing harbour and the town centre with its shops and restaurants. Boat trips are available to see the seal colony. RSPB and nature reserves just a short drive. Sailing, fishing, walking and bird watching available locally. Holkham Hall and beach 2 miles. Shops and pubs ¼ mile.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Thetford, EnglandA delightful two-bedroom character cottage resting in Methwold, Norfolk. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Brandon 6.5 miles; Thetford 13.2 miles; King’s Lynn 19 miles.£67From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Cromer, EnglandA lovely, flint-fronted cottage resting in Cromer, Norfolk. Family-friendly. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Smart TV with Sky. Sheringham 4.8 miles; Holt 8.8 miles.£92From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Trunch, England- Sleeps 4 in a king size bedroom and twin bed bedroom
- Unlimited dogs welcome, free of charge
- Off road parking for up to 3 cars
- EV charger for guest use
- Small secure garden with 6ft solid fencing
- Garden laid to grass and patio with seating
- Modern, comfortable and very dog friendly cottage
- Open plan living space, underfloor heating and non-slip slate floor
- Dogs allowed on beds (guest bedding to be used)
- Short walk to the local dog friendly pub
- Shorrt drive to many of the sandy, dog friendly beaches.
- Exceptional level of doggy extras provided
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Mundesley, England- Lovingly restored in 2011 with great attention to detail, our barn is on the Paston Way footpath in a designated Quiet Lane and only a mile from the sea.
- Wildlife may be seen in the meadow from the window and the cheeky Sparrows and Long tailed tits seem to escape the Sparrow Hawk, as do the fat Wood Pigeons.
- Sandstone flooring (with underfloor heating) and no stairs make Milestone barn very suitable for children, dogs and those with limited mobility.
- 10% of bookings go to Many Tears rescue in South Wales
- There is no charge for dogs.
- The owners have a very flexible approach to numbers.
- The barn is completely open plan with glass in the upper truss of the wall that makes the bedrooms so you have full height all through and can see all of the roof.
- The two nearest pubs with food are The Vernon Arms, 1.5 miles at Southrepps. (it is listed in Norfolk doggie pubs) and The Crown 1 mile at Trunch (CAMRA).
- The beaches around our cottage are sandy and mostly dog friendly year round and there are miles of footpaths to explore.
- Wells, Blakeney and Stiffkey are a short drive away and North Norfolk is a bird watchers paradise.
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Edingthorpe, England- Sleeps 4 in kingsize and double bedrooms
- 4 dogs welcome (flexible) free of charge
- Single storey and easy to access accommodation
- Separate living room, dining room and kitchen
- Fully secure grass garden and patio area
- Fenced all round from 5ft.
- Off road parking for 2 cars
- Dead road in a tiny rural hamlet, ideal for reactive dogs
- Easy and livestock free walks from the door along footpaths/quiet lanes.
- Stunning sunset views across the fields from the lounge
- A short drive to the local beaches and towns
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