Dog-friendly European Escapes

Once again this owner has used her unique (and quirky!) style to create a stunning holiday property. This cottage really does have everything you could want or need. Located in a quiet corner of Oxfordshire and on the edge of a classic country village.

In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the edge of the village of Beckley and above the River Rother, are these three stylish holiday properties. The Little Lodge (ref W43703) is situated down a quiet lane overlooking fields and adjoining the owners’ home, it sits in 3½ acres of grounds, surrounded by forestry and woodland, where a small orchard is set aside for the guests’ sole use. The Lodge (ref UK11986) is a beautifully appointed property in a gorgeous rural setting, perfect for those looking for a peaceful getaway. You will find a home from home in this single-storey lodge with its wonderful spot in this countryside location with even a beauty room with bookable treatments on site, including manicures, pedicures and more. Being a pet friendly property located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is a fantastic choice for those who enjoy cycling and scenic walks with their dog. The Little Abbey (ref UK12598) is perfectly finished for that cosy couples getaway. The beautiful décor is of a very good quality throughout and poses the best spot in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This single-storey property adjoins the owners property, yet has its own parking and entrance. The Little Abbey comfortably sleeps two guests in the large super kingsize bedroom and benefits from its own private garden section which overlooks the owners beautiful horses. You will find the home from home modcons here with 2 televisions both with built-in DVD and free Wi-Fi for guests to use.

Located in this gorgeous spot in the countryside and teeming with wildlife, you can enjoy horse riding at the stables just 15 minutes’ drive away (at cost) and a nearby fishing lake is available at Iden Wood Fishery (at cost, license required). To truly indulge in relaxation, you can treat yourself to the on-site medical beauty clinic appointments by arrangement only (at cost).

The village of Beckley is nearby with an array of local amenities, and exploring the small town of Rye is easily accessible with it being only 8 miles away. Rye is famous for its 18th-century smuggling activities and boasts a stunning port area with cobble lined streets with restaurants and shops. The beach can be reached at Winchelsea, and has associations with Spike Milligan and Camber Sands, as the name suggests there are miles of golden sand dunes. It is home to various film locations including ‘The Monuments Men’ with George Clooney, and ‘The Invisible Woman’ with Ralph Fiennes. Take a boat trip from Northiam and arrive at the fairytale Bodiam Castle, which is 4 miles away, or catch the Kent and East Sussex steam railway which travels to Tenterden, described by many as ’The Jewel of the Weald’. Beach is 8.5 miles away, shop 1 mile away, pub and restaurant 1.5 miles away.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.

This stylish all-ground-floor abode can be found in the scattered village of Penally on the Welsh coast. Open-plan. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. Tenby 3.6 miles; Pembroke 7.7 miles.

This beautiful lodge rests in Maerdy near Corwen, Wales. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Open-plan studio layout. Corwen 6 miles; Bala 12.5 miles.

A spectacular all-ground-floor cottage resting in Moylegrove near Cardigan, West Wales. Woodland garden. Pet-friendly. Close to the coast. Newport 5.9 miles; Aberporth 12.3 miles; Carmarthen 30.2 miles.

This contemporary-styled cabin rests in Bleddfa near Knighton, Wales. Woodburning stove. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Knighton 7.5 miles; Llandrindod Wells 12.3 miles.

A luxury ground-floor cottage situated in beautiful surroundings within the village of Iscoyd in Wales, near to the amenities of Whitchurch in Shropshire. WiFi. Smart TV. Pet-friendly. Whitchurch 4.6 miles; Wrexham 13.7 miles.

An elegant first floor apartment within the stunning Mar Lodge near Braemar, Scotland. Four-poster king-size bedroom. Large estate. Off-road parking. Romantic. Braemar 4.2 miles; Ballater 20.9 miles; Aberdeen 60.8 miles.

A beautiful barn conversion resting in the Pitchford Hall estate in Pitchford, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire. Open-plan. All-ground-floor. En-suite. Enclosed garden. Much Wenlock 9.4 miles; Church Stretton 10.9 miles; Telford 14.4 miles.

This attractive, detached old dairy, with lovely views, is within easy reach of Dorset’s Jurassic coastline, which offers ideal walking on the South West Coastal Path. All on one level, this property features a cosy wood burner in with the open plan living space, and a lovely garden which opens onto a field that is suitable for dogs.

There are many traditional seaside resorts nearby. Charmouth provides a good hunting-ground for fossil collectors, while Lyme Regis offers boat and fishing trips plus a walk along its famed breakwater, The Cobb. Bridport, the old ropemakers’ town, Seaton and the lively fishing village and one time smugglers’ haunt of Beer are well worth a visit. Corfe Castle, Dorchester, the Swannery at Abbotsbury, Chesil Beach, Swanage, Wareham and Weymouth are all within easy reach. Fishing, riding and golf are available locally. Shop 1.5 miles, pub serving food 2 miles.