Dog-friendly West Yorkshire
Amongst the rolling hills and gorgeous countryside are towns such as Huddersfield, Hallifax and Marsden, which offer a fabulous selection of West Yorkshire's finest dog-friendly cottages, hotels and bnb's.
- Huddersfield, England
Nestled in the West Yorkshire countryside, Bagden Hall Hotel is the perfect dog-friendly destination for a relaxing break in Yorkshire’s ‘Last of the Summer Wine’ country, with the Peak district and Brontë Country close by.
- Halifax, England
Dog-friendly Holdsworth House in West Yorkshire is a grand Jacobean manor built in 1633 and has been owned and run by the Pearson family since 1963.
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- Haworth, EnglandPerfectly located in Menston, just outside of the picturesque market town Ilkley, Brookleigh Farm Cottage provides beautifully presented luxury accommodation combined with charm and character. Nestled at the bottom of a tree-lined country lane, guests may spot racehorses, who are trained nearby, while relaxing in the pretty private garden. Inside, the cottage has been lovingly refurbished to an extremely high standard with vintage wooden and porcelain flooring throughout.
Situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this a perfect retreat for walkers, cyclists and ramblers, with plenty of walks, cycle paths, bridleways and established footpaths into picturesque countryside. Dating back to Roman times, Menston is on the ancient Roman Road that linked York with the garrison at Ribchester. Nowadays you will find the village dotted with a selection of local shops and country pub. Nearby you will find the picturesque market town of Ilkley with an abundance of restaurants, pubs, pavement cafés and independent shops that can all be easily reached; as can legendary Bettys Cafe Tea Rooms where afternoon tea is a must. Harewood House, just 15 minutes away, is a fantastic day out offering impressive art collections, a magnificent rare bird garden and 100 acres of exquisite gardens to explore. For Emmerdale fans, you’ll also find the Set deep within the grounds of the estate.
Bolton Abbey can be reached in around a 20-minute drive and offers 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside to explore. The charming market town of Skipton, also 20 minutes away, is home to an ancient castle, cobbled high street and colourful street market. Leeds city centre can be reached in just 20 minutes from the local train station where you can enjoy luxury shopping and sip rooftop cocktails at Harvey Nichols. Haworth village, once home to the Brontë Sisters, is another major tourist attraction in the area and can be reached in around a 30-minute drive. York can be reached in an hour and for those looking further afield, the Lake District National Park is within a 2 hour drive.£180From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Leeds, England
A contemporary dog-friendly spa hotel on the outskirts of Leeds, with the Yorkshire Dales and North Moors on the doorstep. The hotel has a super cosy atmosphere with large open fire, crackling away in the winter months.
- Holmfirth, EnglandThis wonderful, semi-detached, stone-built weaver’s cottage can be found in an elevated position on a quiet back street just 2 minute’s walk from the centre of Holmfirth. Grade II listed and full of character, each of the rooms has wonderful features, such as mullioned windows, exposed beams, and an inglenook fireplace.
Spaciously set over three floors, the design of the cottage incorporates an original stone staircase, which combined with the steep cobbled nature of the surrounding terrain would mean people with limited mobility would struggle. Outside the cottage benefits from a split-level terrace complete with a private hot tub, which offers superb views right across Holmfirth town. Guests also have access to the owner’s indoor swimming pool, sauna, and hot tub, 7 miles away, available for the exclusive use of guests for a nominal charge. Holmfirth itself has an abundance of shops, cafés, tea rooms, restaurants, and pubs, and is even home to its very own vineyard which offers meals, tours, and wine-tasting events. Located on the edge of the fabulous Peak District National Park means there are endless outdoor opportunities for walkers. Cyclists alike will relish the chance to recreate the 2015 Tour de Yorkshire at Holme Moss. Widely recognised as the backdrop for the record-breaking BBC comedy Last of the Summer Wine you can take a tour around the variety of film locations, or even visit the Picturedrome which is a fabulous venue for live music and events.
Eider Cottage (ref UKC850) and Shelduck Cottage (ref UKC848) back onto each other, and Mallard Cottage (ref UKC849) is 700 yards away. They can be booked individually, or together to accommodate up to 12 guests. Shop ½ mile, pub 700 yards, restaurant 525 yards.£79From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Haworth, EnglandThis wonderfully quaint cottage can be found in an elevated position, set back from the road that links the market towns of Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. Traditional in style, the cosy living room boasts stone flag flooring and a wood burner, and upstairs both bedrooms have exposed beams. Outside the gardens are split level with far reaching views towards the historic Stoodley Pike monument and adjoin woodland just perfect for walking any four-legged friends.
Across from the cottage you can access the Rochdale Canal which provides a waterside walk to Todmorden where you’ll find a fine selection of restaurants, cafés, pubs, and independent shops. A walk in the other direction will take you to the popular bohemian paradise of Hebden Bridge, which is also home to the National Trust Hardcastle Crags. A scenic drive from Hebden Bridge over the moors will bring you to Haworth where the Parsonage Museum commemorates the famous Bronte family who lived there. There’s the Peak District National Park to the south, the Yorkshire Dales National Park to the north and with direct train links from Todmorden or Hebden Bridge to both Leeds and Manchester you can be assured there will always be something to keep you busy and entertained.£64From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Todmorden, EnglandA characterful stone-built cottage settled in Todmorden in West Yorkshire. Rural. Countryside views. 16th century features Washing machine. Hebden Bridge 5.9 miles; Halifax 14.1 miles.£75From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Hebden Bridge, EnglandA terraced, three-storey, character cottage nestled in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire. Dog-friendly. Raised decking. Close to amenities. Beautiful views. Haworth 8.4 miles; Halifax 8.5 miles; Holmfirth 20.3 miles.£69From price per night based on 7 night stay
- 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.£374From price per night based on 7 night stay
- 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.£244From price per night based on 7 night stay