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.
Wooler, EnglandSurrounded by the wild and secluded beauty of the Northumbrian countryside, this beautifully presented, semi-detached cottage is perfect for couples. The owners, who live next door, have put a lot of care and attention to detail into furnishing the property. The interior is sublime, and the finer details ensure a relaxing retreat awaits guests to Hetton Byre. The open plan living space boasts a wood burner, ensuring that a cosy welcome greets guests whatever the season. The bedroom is immaculately presented and leads to a fresh en-suite shower room. There is a useful, spacious hallway for storage that leads to a utility area and cloakroom. With ample private parking and a fully enclosed garden, this is an idyllic spot to admire the breathtaking views that surround Hetton Byre.
The friendly small town of Belford is less than 5 miles away, where there are local facilities available including a Co-op. The pretty village of Chatton is only 4 miles away, with a pub and village shop. A short drive east brings you to Bamburgh, dominated by its majestic castle with spectacular views from the coastline across to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. Heading west brings you to Wooler, which sits at the foot of the Cheviot Hills and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. Heading 20 miles south is the market town of Alnwick, with its own castle and Alnwick Gardens, which are a popular visitor attraction. Hetton Byre is a quintessential, romantic rural retreat, yet lies in the heart of England’s borderland, often referred to as ‘the secret kingdom’. Beach 9 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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- Bellingham, EnglandCommanding lovely long distance rural views and set on a working farm, The Stable was previously home to three working shire horses and has undergone total renovation to provide holiday accommodation. Adjoining Knoppingsholme Farmhouse, the open plan kitchen/diner/lounge offers the cosy comfort of a wood burning stove ensuring a warm welcome awaits guests whatever the season. Knoppingsholme Stable is easily accessible; it’s situated on the quiet route from Bellingham to Kielder, and lies within the heart of the beautiful North Tyne Valley, set in the Northumberland National Park.
Knoppingsholme is an excellent base for the gathering of family and friends seeking a spacious and relaxing retreat coupled with easy access to explore Northumberland and the Scottish Borders alike.
The Stable (CC325006) can be booked together with The Byres (CC325040) and The Hemmel (UK13400) to accommodate up to 16 guests.£56From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandWith breath-taking views across the Northumberland National Park, Havannah Cottage is an idyllic rural retreat. Tastefully furnished and equipped to a good standard, this property is beautifully presented throughout. There is a cosy wood burner in the living room making this cottage a relaxing choice regardless of the season. Havannah Cottage is a single-storey property and enjoys a tranquil, rural position surrounded by stunning countryside.
Alnham is a welcoming hamlet situated only 6 miles from the village of Whittingham, and 2 miles from Netherton. Only 9 miles away is the picture perfect village of Rothbury, found nestled at the foot of the Simonside Hills, sitting on the banks of the trout and salmon rich River Coquet. The Upper Coquet Valley is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. It offers many facilities including tea rooms, pubs, shops and a riverside 18-hole golf course.
The National Trust property at Cragside is an interesting visitor attraction. The historic market town of Alnwick, where its dramatic castle is the ancestral home to the Duke of Northumberland (and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy) is 14 miles east. The Alnwick Garden is also well worth a visit. The Heritage Coastline, recognised as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is less than 20 miles east making Havannah Cottage an excellent base for exploring the many delights across north Northumberland, and also giving easy access to the Scottish Borders. Beach 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 9 miles.£54From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bamburgh, EnglandNestled at the end of a small terrace of three others, Mains Cottage offers stylishly furnished self-catering holiday accommodation. Situated on an 800-acre working arable and sheep farm, and adjacent to the owner’s home, it is within easy reach of the welcoming village of Belford where there are local facilities available including a small supermarket, three pubs and a café. The entrance to the cottage leads into a fresh and contemporary shower room and a well-designed kitchen/dining room. One step up and the rest of the layout is on one level. The master bedroom has the convenience of an en-suite shower room. There is a good-sized living room with lovely views across the fields to the rear, and a twin bedroom too. Giving an ambience of peace and tranquillity across open farmland, this is an idyllic spot to dine al fresco (barbecue supplied) and watch the sun go down.
Heading 10 miles west, you will reach the small town of Wooler, which snuggles at the foot of the Cheviot Hills, ideal for various challenging walking and cycling routes including the ‘St Cuthbert’s Way’, which runs close by. Travelling 6 miles west, you will discover the picture perfect coastal village of Bamburgh, renowned for its fantastic fortress and glorious expanse of golden, sandy sweeping beach. The larger towns of Berwick-upon-Tweed, to the north, and Alnwick, to the south, are equidistant at 15 miles away. Both towns offer a wider range of amenities. Alnwick Castle and Garden are also well worth a visit. Beach 4½ miles. Catch the train from Berwick up to Edinburgh Waverley to enjoy a trip to this vibrant city. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Mains Cottage can be booked together with adjacent Moor View (CC313050) and Curlew Cottage (UK3012) to accommodate up to 13 guests.£52From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hexham, EnglandBullions Farm Cottage is set on the owner’s beef farm, who also breed rare breed Belted Galloway cows and Clydesdale horses, and is an attractive stone cottage with its own private and enclosed garden with a hot tub for your enjoyment. Bullions Farm Cottage was refurbished in 2019 and is a cosy little cottage perfect for couples or a family getaway. There is a modern, well-equipped kitchen and living room on the ground floor and upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom all nicely decorated. From your perfect little cottage enjoy a day out at Beamish, 15 miles away, the world-famous open-air museum telling the story of life in the North East of England during the 1820s, 1900s and 1940s it truly is an amazing experience.
The cottage is located on the A68, with links to the historic town of Corbridge with its gift shops, arts and craft shops, fashion, jewellery, local produce, cafes, restaurants and pubs, and the market town of Hexham. The cities of Newcastle and Durham are also within easy access. If golf is for you, book a round at Slaley Hall which boasts two 18-hole championship golf courses and also has spa, leisure and outdoor pursuit facilities, all within 4 miles. Beamish Museum, Alnwick Castle and Garden, Hadrian’s Wall and Kielder Dark Skies are also close by and definitely worth a visit. Whatever the reason for your stay, there are activities to suit all tastes, making Buillions Farm Cottage the perfect base for your holiday.£49From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hexham, EnglandTraditional, semi-detached cottage set near Bellingham in Northumberland. Exposed wooden beams. Pet-friendly. Near Northumberland National Park. Hadrian's Wall 12 miles.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Morpeth, EnglandThis welcoming lodge-style caravan is situated in Felmoor holiday park in the village of Felton, close to the town of Morpeth, Northumberland. Hot tub. Contemporary interior. Morpeth 9 miles.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hexham, EnglandCharming stone cottage in the timeless village of West Woodburn, Northumberland. All-ground-floor. Hot tub. Woodburning stove. Otterburn 5 miles.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Alnwick, EnglandAn attractive, converted dwelling set on the outskirts of Alnwick. All ground-floor. Pet-friendly. Alnmouth, 9.5 miles; Ashington 25 miles.£75From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
