Dog-friendly Yorkshire
Yorkshire has some of the best scenery and walks in England. With the Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Yorkshire moors, historic buildings and a sweeping landscape known as God's Own County, you'll find everything you need for the best dog friendly holidays in Yorkshire.
Cayton, EnglandCarr House farmhouse is set on a working farm, but only minutes away from the attractions of Scarborough and only 1½ miles from the well known surfing beach at Cayton Bay, which also welcomes dog walkers throughout the year. Visitors of all ages will enjoy the large landscaped gardens with a summerhouse, apple trees and barbecue, with a perimeter fence making it ideal for both children and pets. This detached farmhouse is ideal for touring the North Yorkshire coast, from Whitby in the north to Bridlington in the south. A short journey inland takes you to the North York Moors, ’Heartbeat’ Country and Pickering for the steam railway, whilst York for its historic attractions is less than an hour away.
For activities nearby there is Dalby Forest for cycling and tree climbing, Wykeham Lakes for fishing, or the many beaches which offer the chance to just relax, sail, surf, sunbathe, paddle, and build sandcastles. Scarborough is a vibrant seaside resort with lots of family attractions, such as the waterpark, Sealife Centre and crazy golf, as well as a funfair, ice-cream parlours, amusements, and donkey rides. It also boasts superb live entertainment at the Open Air Theatre, with major acts booked each summer, and shows at the Scarborough Spa and the renowned Stephen Joseph Theatre. Beach 2 miles. Shop ¾ and pub 1 mile.£168From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Bridlington, EnglandWest End Lodge can be found nestled within the tiny hamlet of Ulrome, just a mile from the beach midway between the bustling seaside towns of Bridlington and Hornsea on the stunning East Yorkshire coastline.
This attractive lodge offers spacious ground floor accommodation and is perfect for two couples or a small family to relax and enjoy this beautiful part of the world. Step inside into the bright and airy open plan living area. The well-equipped kitchen offers a host of modern appliances including an electric oven and hob, slow cooker and dishwasher. There is plenty of work top space from which to prepare a delicious picnic to enjoy on the beach. The dining table sits to one side and provides the ideal spot for a hearty Yorkshire breakfast before heading out for the day. Deep filled sofas surround the wood burner which will provide a warming ambiance throughout the cooler months. After a long day exploring the local area retire to one of the two beautifully presented. There is a twin and a double to choose from. With deep filled mattresses and luxury soft furnishings you’re guaranteed a great night’s sleep. The accommodation is completed with a house shower room. From the main living area throw open the French doors and enjoy the enclosed, dog friendly garden. A wood-fired hot tub for two sits to one side; just perfect for a spot of star gazing on an evening. Garden furniture is perfectly placed to enjoy an early morning coffee watching the sun rise or for an al fresco evening meal.
The golden sandy beach at Barmston is just a mile away and the local village put is a great place to meet the locals. Bridlington, Filey and Hornsea are along the coast. All three offer a plethora of tea rooms, restaurants and convenience stores. With promenades, arcades and a working harbour there is plenty to do. The stately homes of Sledmere House, Burton Agnes Hall and Sewerby Hall are waiting to be explored. Enjoy a day watching the wildlife spectacle at RSPB Bempton Cliffs or enjoy the tranquility of the Spurn Point Nature Reserve. The Flamborough Heritage Coastline and Yorkshire Wolds offer miles of walking and cycling opportunities. There is even a choice of golf course should you fancy a quick round! This beautifully presented brand new lodge is ideal at any time of the year. Beach 2 miles.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
York, England
1.00Within the North York Moors National Park, in a sheltered wooded valley close to the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey, these spacious, comfortable and well-equipped holiday cottages: Foxglove Cottage (ref W43183), Bridge Cottage (ref W43184) and Rievaulx Cottage (ref W43185) stand in a landscaped courtyard, close to the owner’s farmhouse. Enjoy farmhouse breakfasts at Laskill Grange, or across the drive at Laskill Country House, the owners’ daughter offers home cooked evening meals or ready prepared frozen meals. There are 70 acres of beautifully tended grounds and a shared terrace garden with its small lake and river frontage.
The surrounding countryside views are superb, and there is excellent walking from the doorstep. Long distance footpaths along this area’s Heritage coastline, and the Cleveland Way, offer perfect terrain for walkers and cyclists. Visit Ryedale Folk Museum and Rosedale Abbey, or for a day out, try the North York Moors Railway. Whitby has miles of sandy beaches and an ancient abbey overlooking its harbour. Scarborough, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Sandsend are within 20 miles. Horse racing at Thirsk, Wetherby and York, 25 miles. Helmsley has Duncombe Park and a castle. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 6 miles.
Foxglove Cottage (ref W43183), Bridge Cottage (ref W43184) and Rievaulx Cottage (ref W43185) can be booked together to accommodate up to 6 guests.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bridlington, EnglandKilburn House is a large Victorian town house just a short stroll from the centre of Bridlington on the beautiful North Yorkshire coastline. Once known as a popular bed and breakfast, it has once again been transformed into a very welcoming home. With private hot tub, spacious social areas and two private courtyards, this holiday home is perfect for large family groups to come together and celebrate whilst enjoying this vibrant harbour town.
The spacious open plan living/dining area offers a large bay window which floods the room with natural light. Huge sofas, handmade for the property, offer plenty of seating and are ideally placed to enjoy a family night in front of the 65” Smart TV, whilst the bespoke dining table can accommodate the whole group, whether that be for a hearty breakfast before heading out for the day or for coming together to enjoy a delicious home cooked evening meal. This holiday home also offers a café room with bar; just perfect for a social cuppa before heading out for the day. The chef in the group will be delighted with the kitchen which offers a host of appliances including a huge range, triple slow cooker, and a large grill. There is a separate utility room with fridge/freezer, washing machine and dryer. A cosy ‘quiet’ room sits to the back of the house and here you can relax in one of two armchairs to read a book or enjoy one of the board games provided. A second sitting room offers more seating and access out to one of two private courtyards. This offers a private seven-seater hot tub and additional seating. Enjoy a soak surrounded by bubbles in the mid-day sun or enjoy a spot of star gazing with your friends on an evening. Kilburn House offers two ground floor bedrooms, one of which has en-suite shower facilities, for those who can’t manage the stairs. Access to the second courtyard is via the café’ room. This outside area offers a covered seating area should the weather be a little inclement.
This fabulous holiday home offers nine further bedrooms spread over two floors, the majority of which have en suite bathrooms. There is a mixture of double, super king-size zip and link and a bunk room, and all of them are beautifully presented with Freeview TV’s. The deep filled mattresses and cosy soft furnishings will guarantee a great night’s sleep after a busy day. A bonus too are the six private car park spaces – two to the front and four to the rear of the property.
On the doorstep is a plethora of tea rooms, restaurants, amusements and convenience stores. Bridlington also offers two beautiful sandy beaches, a promenade for relaxing seafront walks and a thriving spa and theatre offering a packed events programme throughout the summer months. Sewerby Hall and Gardens, Burton Agnes Hall and Sledmere House and Gardens are all within a short drive of the property, and a little further along the coast is Filey and the pretty village of Flamborough with its working lighthouse. For bird watchers, a visit to RSPB Bempton Cliffs is a must. With miles of walking and cycling routes do not forget to bring your bikes. With a choice of golf courses and miles of walking and cycling opportunities on the Yorkshire Wolds and along the Flamborough Heritage Coast there is something for everyone. Whether you are staying to celebrate a special occasion or to just enjoy spending time with friends and family, make Kilburn House the base for your Bridlington holiday.£359From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bridlington, EnglandThe Stables is a beautifully presented detached barn conversion in the picturesque village of Rudston, midway between Driffield and Bridlington in the heart of the unspoilt rolling hills of The Yorkshire Wolds. Brick-built and with a pantile roof this dog friendly holiday home is packed with character and offers stunning interior design. It is just perfect for two to enjoy a romantic break away.
The Stables provides ground floor accommodation throughout. The living room is decorated in deep rich colours and the large comfortable sofa is ideal for snuggling up on during the evening to enjoy a movie on the large Smart TV. Across the hall is the well-equipped kitchen which offers an electric oven and hob. There is plenty of work top space where you can prepare a picnic to enjoy whilst out exploring or create a delicious home cooked evening meal. The small breakfast bar is perfectly placed in front of the picture window. Along the corridor is the house bathroom with walk-in shower. The accommodation is completed by a king-size bedroom which again offers stunning interior design as well as a stable door which leads out to the private patio area with additional seating. Here you can enjoy an early morning coffee or soak a while in the freshwater wood fired hot tub and listen to the owls hunting or simply lay back and stargaze.
A stone’s throw from the front door will bring to a bridle path and from here there are miles of walking and cycling opportunities. The village pub is worth a visit to enjoy some real ales and local hospitality. Further afield is the market town of Driffield, the Minster town of Beverley – renowned for his racecourse and cobbled streets as well as the pretty village of Hunmanby and the seaside towns of Hornsea and Bridlington. A holiday to this area would not be complete without a visit to RSBP Bempton Cliffs, famous for its Puffins and Gannets which visit during the summer months. If you enjoy a little culture then the stately homes of Burton Agnes, Sledmere House and Sewerby Hall and Gardens are easily accessible. The historic City of York and magical coastal town of Whitby are under an hour’s drive away. The Stables is the perfect base for your Yorkshire holiday no matter what the time of year.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Holmfirth, EnglandNestled in the shadow of Holme Moss on the northern edge of the Peak District National Park, this high-quality listed cottage offers stunning panoramic views over the surrounding scenic Holme Valley. What was once three terraced weavers’ cottages, has been completely renovated to one spacious, luxury holiday cottage boasting seven en-suite bedrooms.
Once inside you’ll find unique features that reflect the age of the property have been wonderfully blended with modern day touches. The wood burner for instance is complemented by underfloor heating on the ground floor, a claw foot bath has been paired with walk-in showers and one bedroom even including an award winning king size study bed as featured on George Clarke’s amazing spaces. Once outside the views are simply unrivalled. Pride of place in the garden you’ll find a hot tub giving you ample opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy the rolling countryside away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Goosander Cottage is around ½ mile from Holme village where you’ll find a cosy pub serving food and being set in the rolling hills of the Peak District there are walks straight from the door. Keen cyclists can also recreate routes from the Tour de France 2014 including the iconic Holme Moss which is literally a stone’s throw away. Holmfirth is around 3 miles from the cottage, and anyone familiar with the TV comedy ’Last of the Summer Wine’ may recognise the area as the backdrop from this. In Holmfirth you’ll find a wide selection of cafés, bars, pubs and restaurants to suit the majority of tastes, together with a century old picture house and live music venue, and also a vineyard. Huddersfield is around 8 miles away and home to the UK’s first eco-spa, and a whole host of Peak District towns, villages and attractions are within easy reach to explore.£322From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Holmfirth, EnglandJust a short walk from the centre of bustling Holmfirth, this spectacular property boasts stunning far reaching views over the valley which you can enjoy whilst soaking in the luxury of your very own hot tub. A spacious and detached cottage, set out over one level, it is surrounded by beautiful wild gardens which extend into woodland thereby offering privacy and seclusion. Set in the Holme Valley on the edge of the Peak District National Park the surrounding magnificent countryside is most familiar as the back drop to the great British sitcom ’Last of the Summer Wine’. It is perfect for walking and cycling, with keen cyclists able to recreate routes used in the Tour de Yorkshire. A 10-minute walk down hill will take you to vibrant Holmfirth, home to shops, bars, cafés and restaurants in abundance, however a word to the wise, the roads back including the driveway to the cottage are steep and not for the faint hearted. Digley Reservoir and Holmfirth Vineyard are both around a 10-minute drive from the property and further afield you’ll find attractions for all interests within easy reach. These include the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, The Hepworth Gallery, Nostell Priory, Salts Mill, Bronte Parsonage and Harewood House, all within an hour’s drive, as are the cities of York, Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield.£214From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Helmsley, EnglandTiggywinkle Cottage sits in the heart of the picturesque village of Hawnby. Surrounded by the North York Moors National Park, this 200-year-old, detached, traditional Yorkshire cottage, which was fully refurbished and extended in 2020, is simply delightful. Tiggywinkle Cottage was named by a walker during the 1950s who took time to sit and draw the property. The villagers fell in love with the name and so it remains, along with the original pencil sketch which now hangs within the cottage.
On arrival visitors are welcomed into the open plan living area. This room oozes character with its low ceilings and stone floors, tall visitors will need to take care! There is a country kitchen and large comfortable sofas around the wood burner in the open plan living area. Ideal to snuggle up and enjoy an evening’s entertainment on the 32’’ Smart TV or simply sit and enjoy a good book and glass of wine after a long day walking or cycling in the National Park. You will find everything you need to cook your favourite holiday recipes whilst the dining area provides comfortable seating for four. A ground floor bedroom offers a zip and link option and an en-suite bathroom, both bedrooms have pocket spring mattresses and feather down duvets. The vaulted ceiling with Velux window gives this room a lovely feel and a door leads to the patio where you could enjoy an evening tipple or an early morning coffee, watching the sun come up over the National Park.
To the first floor is a second bedroom with lovely views and a zip and link super king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom. Both bedrooms are beautifully decorated and furnished to a very good standard. With deep mattresses and luxurious bed linen you are assured a great night’s sleep, ensuring you will wake refreshed and ready for another day. To the front is a pretty paved area with seating.
Tiggywinkle Cottage is only 8 miles from Helmsley, one of Yorkshire’s finest market towns. This wonderful village is where the North York Moors and the Howardian Hills meet, offering some of the finest views and countryside. Helmsley is also a walker’s paradise where the Ebor Way meets the Cleveland Way, and also the Inn Way. With a reputation for great Yorkshire hospitality, the market square is a meeting point for walkers, cyclists and locals alike. There are also many shops, cafés, eateries including Michelin starred restaurants, an open-air swimming pool, walled garden, castle, bird of prey centre, microbrewery, two abbey ruins and the stately home of Duncombe Park. The scenic east coast is easily accessible, as is the historic city of York, 24 miles to the south. Shop 1 mile. Village pub 500 yards, other local pubs and restaurants 7 miles.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
York, EnglandSerendipity is a delightful static home and is ideally set on the Goosewood Holiday Park just outside the historic city of York. With its stylish and quirky decoration and furnishing, Serendipity offers families and couples a perfect holiday retreat whilst being ideally located to explore all that beautiful surrounding areas have to offer.
You enter the property into the open plan living area, which is a perfect place to kick back and relax in. The kitchen/dining area has everything you would need which is well presented and fully equipped with plenty of space for food preparation along with a dining table which seats four people giving a great area to have a family meal. There are two bedrooms, the master bedroom offers a plush double and the second with twins both with luxury linen guaranteeing a perfect night’s sleep. The bathroom presents a shower cubicle, heated towel rail, sink and toilet. Outside you have a gorgeous wrap around decking which offers a stunning hot tub, seating area and fantastic views of the spectacular countryside giving you a great place to sit out and relax in the summer months whilst enjoying a glass of fizz. With Serendipity located on the holiday park, you have instant access to the free indoor swimming pool which is open from March - December, fishing lake and a bar and bistro, meaning you don’t even have to leave the site to have a fun filled day.
If you want to go further afield, Goosewood Holiday Park is situated only 9 miles from York city centre, where you can enjoy the many activities York has to offer including York Dungeon, Jorvic Viking Centre, York Railway Museum, Castle Museum, York Minster and of course “The Shambles” to name but a few. Staying at Serendipity enables you to explore the Yorkshire area whether it be fish and chips in Whitby, the traditional seaside town of Scarborough, Flamingo Land theme park or the spa town of Harrogate there is plenty to see and do.£192From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bridlington, EnglandThe Gables is a great choice for families and groups of friends looking to celebrate a special occasion or just enjoy spending quality time together creating treasured memories. Situated on a quiet residential road and only a short drive into the bustling town centre of Bridlington on the stunning East Riding of Yorkshires coastline, this property is beautifully presented and is the ideal place to enjoy time together. This grand house is pleasing to the eye both outside and in; no expense has been spared by the owners who have ensured, with lots of luxury extras that you holiday will be one to remember.
Stepping over the threshold into the entrance hallway, you will be welcomed by high ceilings and tasteful decor with both flair and character. The magnificent open plan living/dining and sitting room area is perfect for entertaining in an evening, with comfortable seating for everyone to gather together. Sit back and relax on the sofas in front of the roaring open fire, enjoying a movie night, planning the days ahead or getting competitive over a board game. Dinner at the dining table is a delight, to have everyone around the sweeping long table makes every meal time a special occasion. The kitchen is well equipped and ready for you to create culinary delights to share. Older children can disappear into the games room where they will find a games console. There’s also a utility room which can be used for your laundry on longer stays, as well as a ground floor super kingsize zip and link en-suite double room with garden access – perfect for those who struggle with stairs. A WC completes the ground floor accommodation.
Upstairs you have the choice of four well-presented bedrooms with a master super kingsize bedroom complete with an en-suite shower, two double bedrooms and a zip and link twin bedroom which can be made up as a double on request. A family bathroom completes the picture. On warm summer days, the large garden to the back of the property is ideal to enjoy an evening BBQ, and gives you a sense of privacy and tranquillity from the outside world. The hot tub is a real bonus too, here you can sit and enjoy the warming bubbles after a long day exploring the local area.
Just a gentle stroll to the North Beach in Bridlington where you can enjoy traditional fish and chips, pick up the land train into town or stroll along the golden sand. If you are keen on fishing, you can fish from the beach, hire a day trip on a boat from the harbour, bring your catch back and cook it for tea on the barbecue. Nearby you have the impressive Georgian stately home of Sewerby Hall with beautiful gardens. There are golf courses at Sewerby for pitch and putt, or a proper round if you fancy playing golf. There are family attractions at the Bridlington Leisure Centre a short distance away, including the swimming pool with fun slides and the clip and climb walls. The Bridlington Spa hosts many shows or meet the creatures at the Bridlington’s Animal Park. From the harbour there are several boat trips from the fast and furious to bird spotting tours. For avid nature lovers, walkers and those who love the outdoors, there’s Danes Dyke, South Landing, Flamborough Head and light house, and Bempton Cliff RSPB Nature Reserve not far away, with the Yorkshire Wolds and Yorkshire Moors a little further.£119From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
