Dog-Friendly Cottages Devon
The delightful county of Devon in the UK’s Southwest showcases scenic natural wonders, delicious local produce and dog-friendly hotels. For everything you can think of in a perfect holiday, your dog is welcome to join you. Discover Devon’s beauty with our curated list of cottages holiday homes for your idyllic short break with your furry best friend.
Shaldon, EnglandIn the heart of Shaldon village, and just an easy stroll to the local shops, pubs and restaurants, this quaint, character, semi-detached fisherman’s cottage, with beams and bay windows, is furnished and decorated to a very good standard. The cottage also has a private courtyard garden with views of the estuary and sea, ideal for al-fresco dining. The on road parking in the village is sometimes limited and has restrictions. The village car park is 600 yards away, along the beach side, at cost. Shaldon is a picturesque seaside village nestling at the mouth of the River Teign, a river renowned for its cockles, mussels and salmon. If you enjoy the water, the river, beach and estuary will delight you, not to mention the famous Shaldon ferry which crosses the river to Teignmouth throughout the day. Children will love the sandy beaches and Smugglers Tunnel. Adults and children alike will enjoy the botanical gardens and small zoo, and no visit would be complete without a traditional Devon cream tea. Visitors to Shaldon will always remember the quaint cottages, narrow streets, village shops and a great choice of restaurants, cafés and inns. Teignmouth can be found across the river, Newton Abbot and Torquay are 5 miles away, Dartmoor, with its superb rugged scenery, is only 12 miles, and a little further, Exeter is 14 miles. From Torquay, take a trip to the theatre, or see the penguins wandering freely at Living Coasts. Exeter and Newton Abbot racecourses, several golf courses, family theme parks, Paignton Zoo, sailing and fishing are all within easy reach. Enjoy the wild beauty of Dartmoor National Park, with its abundance of wildlife and dramatic landscapes, or take advantage of the many walking opportunities along the coastal paths. Numerous National Trust properties are close by including Agatha Christie’s Greenway. Steam trains travel from Kingswear to Paignton and Totnes to Buckfastleigh. Visit historic Dartmouth with its naval history, castle and bustling boat harbour. The South Devon Coast will be on your doorstep. Enjoy a variety of events throughout the year, including fêtes, classical and folk music festivals, the Water Carnival and Shaldon Regatta in August. Beach café 25 yards. Shops, pubs and restaurants 200 yards.£99From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Shaldon, EnglandBeach house in regency, seaside village. Amazing views of beach and sea. Balconies. In Shaldon.£121From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shaldon, EnglandThe Old Toll House is a modern, cosy, yet spacious holiday cottage set in the heart of the seaside village of Shaldon. Set over three floors, it sleeps up to eight guests in three bedrooms. As you enter the property through the front floor, you will find yourself in between the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is modern and fully equipped with all you could need to rustle up a good meal, and the dining area next door benefits from a large dining table and additional fridge/freezer. A door from the kitchen leads into the spacious utility room, and another door leads onto the low maintenance and sunny rear courtyard garden. Upstairs on the first floor is the bright and airy living room, with its Smart TV and plenty of seating. There is also a separate toilet on this floor as well as a kingsize bedroom. The second floor is where the family bathroom is, as well as a further two bedrooms; one with a double bed and the other with two double beds, perfect as a children’s room or for individuals happy to share.
Being set in Shaldon itself, many properties are very difficult to park at and even manoeuvring through the lanes can be difficult at the best of times. However, the property is located just one road away from the town and an off-road parking space directly outside is a real added bonus. This is a great location for those looking to stay in Shaldon and enjoy the fantastic beach and nearby restaursnts or for exploring the nearby town of Teignmouth, the English Riviera (made up of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham) or even to travel slightly further afield to the well known Dartmouth and Salcombe. The Old Toll House is a charming and comfortable place to base. Beach 350 yards.£134From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shaldon, EnglandWithymead Cottage is nestled on the outskirts of the beautiful village of Bishopsteignton, next door to a working vineyard, and just outside the seaside towns of Teignmouth, Shaldon and Dawlish. The property is entered via a gate beside the parking area, which is for up to two cars, and shared with the owners, who live next door. The garden is enclosed with fabulous countryside views and a lovely outdoor seating/ BBQ area, which is tranquil, relaxing, and with afternoon/evening sun. It is pet friendly and perfect for walkers and birdwatching, or just to relax and get away from it all.
Entering the property you will find a level open plan living space, with a fully equipped kitchen, dining table and comfortable lounge area complete with a wood burner, Smart TV and sofa bed if required. Large windows, one with a Juliet balcony, look out from the living area to the gorgeous garden and green fields beyond, providing great natural light. The bedroom has a kingsize bed, Smart TV, sliding built-in wardrobes and boasts fantastic countryside views. The bathroom has a bath with shower over, plus a heated towel rail.
The best part about this property is its peaceful and relaxing location, whilst also being very accessible to local village shops, pubs and restaurants, all less than a mile away. There is a vineyard right next door, and many local public footpaths, one of these running beside the cottage and leading to the ancient Old Walls Bishops Palace ruins (also next door). A well-known local brewery is 1.7 miles away, and accessible via a public footpath. If you fancy a round of golf, the Teignmouth Golf Course is just 1 mile away. Withymead is close to many of the regions popular tourist attractions and local beaches. Exeter and the English Riviera are a short drive away, and this property is ideal if you are a keen walker, with the South West Coastal Path and Dartmoor also nearby.
Withymead Cottage is perfect for a relaxing break away from day-to-day life, but with an ideal location that means there is also plenty to do close by.
Sleeps up to 2 adults and 2 children.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shaldon, EnglandHarp House is a deceptively spacious property situated right in the heart of the popular seaside village of Shaldon. With a vast array of restaurants, pubs, fantastic butchers, bakeries, and local pharmacies. Not to mention it is just a short walk to the beach! As you enter the property in the ground floor entrance hallway there is a very handy utility space housing the washing machine, a great place to hang up coats and store shoes. Upstairs to the first floor is where the bright and airy living room is located with its floor-to-ceiling windows with beautiful shutters. These large windows lead out onto a front-facing balcony (Disclaimer: The balcony has a low-height wrought iron balustrade railing so guests should use it at their own risk). The kitchen/diner is opposite the living area which is fully equipped with a wide variety of appliances for guests to use. This area then leads out onto the small courtyard area with its bench and dining table seating. (Although 1 medium or 2 small dogs are permitted, guests are asked to not allow their pet to use the garden area to ‘do their business’) On this floor, there is also a toilet and one of the four bedrooms contains a single bed. Upstairs to the second floor is where the remaining bedrooms are located. One of the bedrooms contains a king-size bed with wardrobes and a chest of drawers for guests to store their belongings away in. There is another bedroom with a double bed and en-suite shower room and lastly one more bedroom with a single bed. The family bathroom is also on the second floor and has a bath with a shower above.
Harp House is situated in a fantastic location for not only exploring the beach and everything that Shaldon has to offer but also for accessing popular areas of Torquay such as Babbacombe and Wellswood. The towns of Paignton and Brixham in addition to Torquay make up the English Riviera. Across Shaldon bridge in the opposite direction is Teignmouth and easy access to the city of Exeter.
The property is also a good base for enjoying the Shaldon Regatta, which is a festival that is over 200 years old. The regatta is for all ages, and it encourages people of all abilities to take part in a safe environment to enjoy the river and sea safely. There is a huge number of events throughout the regatta, both on and off the water for teams as well as individuals. The pillow fight on a slippery pole on the last Monday of the regatta always draws the crowds!£103From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shaldon, EnglandThe Sail Loft is a beautiful, four-bedroom character seaside home located in the heart of Teignmouth, yards from the Back Beach, which is part of the Teign estuary where boats bob up and down and big ships come in to offload cargo. The terraced holiday home feels bright, spacious and airy, and offers four large en-suite bedrooms and an extra bathroom. It has a family living room and a kitchen/dining room with a small snug, which is ideal for the kids to enjoy. The house is set on the first and second floor with 13 external steps up to the front door. As you walk through the porch into the hall on your left, you will discover the stylish and homely living room which boasts plenty of plush, comfortable seating for ten guests and a large flatscreen Smart TV on the wall. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything needed to prepare a home cooked meal, and the dining area provides the perfect space for everyone to get together over breakfast whilst planning an adventurous day ahead. The first floor is completed by an en-suite kingsize bedroom and an additional family shower room. Head upstairs to explore the second floor where you will find the remaining three en-suite bedrooms, one of which has two double beds accommodating up to four guests in the room. The other bedrooms have a double bed and a kingsize bed; all have storage for clothes and wall mounted flatscreen televisions. The property has been newly decorated in 2023 and has a seaside design throughout.
The Sail Loft is set on Ivy Lane opposite Teignmouth’s historic coastguard station and cottages, and is also only a couple of minutes’ walk from the town centre and seafront. It’s the perfect getaway for foodies, shoppers, families, walkers, beach and water sport lovers due to its enviable central location. Teignmouth is a traditional seaside town on the south coast of Devon where the Georgian and Victorian architecture and the steam railway tell of its seaside holiday heritage. You can enjoy traditional fish and chip shops, fine seafood restaurants and a collection of fun attractions. Why not take a ferry to the charming neighbouring village of Shaldon? The train offers easy accessibility to the beautiful city of Exeter, home to an architecturally intricate cathedral and unique shops. Just a short car journey from Teignmouth is Dartmoor National Park with tors, historical sites and ancient woodlands to explore. Teignmouth is also linked to the moors by the Templar Way, an 18-mile walking route, which traces the journey that Haytor granite would historically make when exported from Dartmoor.£179From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Umberleigh, EnglandEastacombe is a traditional, detached village cottage that has undergone a complete transformation, having been totally renovated and extended in 2022/23. Access by car is easy to Eggesford Forest (10 miles towards Exeter), with the local country pub just a bit further along the A377 where you can have lunch before a walk in the woods. If you like a round of golf, more locally is Libbaton Golf Club at High Bickington, just 3 miles away, where anyone can have a game along with a beer or two and a meal.
The amazing accommodation on offer comprises four bedrooms on the first floor; two with lovely en-suites and all with Smart TVs. On the ground floor you’ll find the fifth bedroom, plus there’s a handy additional wet room. The living spaces include a huge open plan living space with a kitchen and large breakfast bar, as well as all the cooking utensils you may need. If you fancy relaxing away from the rest of the group there’s a gorgeous snug with a cosy wood burner at the front of the cottage. Outside you’ll find the patio and lawned garden, with a purpose built outdoor cooking area with a pizza oven and barbecue, and then there’s the hot tub you can relax in under the stars. And if you fancy some entertaining, you’ll love the games room which has pool and table tennis tables, table football and a dart board, plus a games console and its own toilet.
Within easy reach by car are the county’s two National Parks; Exmoor and Dartmoor. The location is 8 miles from the regional capital town of Barnstaple with its many cafés and restaurants, Queens Theatre, multi-screen cinema, leisure centre with swimming pool, a purpose-built tennis centre with indoor and outdoor courts, and an indoor trampoline centre. Just 30 miles to the south is the historic city of Exeter.
North Devon is famed for its fantastic natural attractions such as Exmoor National Park, with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’, the many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Lynton and Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village. If stunning beaches are your thing, then the region will leave you spoilt for choice with Saunton, Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! Beaches. The fantastic South West Coast Path runs through the region’s rugged coastline, perfect for walkers and view seekers and offering 90 miles of stunning walks.£235From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Beaworthy, England
5.00The Woodshed is the former timber store to Buckland Mill, which was converted into its current incarnation in 2019 by the current owners. It is in a beautifully peaceful and private forest clearing which after a short drive through it gloriously comes into sight! There is ample parking available to the front of the barn and as you enter you are greeted by the characterful open plan living room with plenty of seating and a cosy wood burner. The beautiful beech and copper staircase, with wood sourced from the woodland, leads to the first floor and two lovely bedrooms comprising a double and a kingsize, both with quality, modern en-suite shower rooms. Back downstairs, the dining area and modern, well-equipped kitchen are both framed by a lovely, exposed stone wall. The whole of the ground floor also benefits from underfloor heating.
Heading out from the kitchen, there is a warm tiled hallway which is perfect for keeping your outdoor accessories and walking boots and there’s access to a separate toilet and a handy enclosed courtyard area with a dog shower. The hallway can also double up as a peaceful retreat where you can sit and relax. Outside, you can enjoy roaming the vast 25 acres of pasture and woodland where domestic sheep and wild deer can sometimes be seen grazing. The grouinds boast an amazing varierty of birdlife including owls, woodpeckers, pheasants, Canada geese, moorhens and indeed everything from the smallest of finches to large birds of prey. Mr Fox is also a frequent visitor! Solitude is plentiful - you can simply relax just up a few steps in the private lawned area, or if you are feeling more sociable, sit by the firepit with a drink in hand. Should you be the ‘energetic sort’, there is a pétanque piste, which will inevitably require a healthy supply of wine to appreciate the ambience! The property has 25 acres (approximately 50% pasture land and 50% woodland) which guests are welcome to roam on. The small lawn behind the barn is the only private area though. The rest is shared with the owner when they are present next door and there is a public right of way through the forest.
The Woodshed is approximately 7 miles from Great Torrington and 14 miles south of the port town of Bideford and just 20 miles from the Cornish coastal town of Bude to the West. Devon is famed for its fantastic natural attractions such as Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks, and the former with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’, many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Lynton & Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village in North Devon and King Arthur’s Tintagel and many other North Cornwall coastal villages - all with awe-inspiring scenery.
With its selection of stunning beaches it will leave you spoilt for choice with award winning stretches of sand like Saunton, Woolacombe and Croyde and not far from Bideford is Westward Ho! Beach. The Tarka Trail is on the doorstep and the fantastic South West Coastal Path offers 90 miles of amazing walks.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandThe sea and the beach are so close, you can almost touch them. Blue Beach House sits in a prime position over looking Ilfracombe’s picturesque and bustling harbour. This terraced property has been thoughtfully designed to ensure you enjoy a comfortable and relaxing holiday. The large kitchen/dining room leads out onto the patio overlooking the beach and harbour, which is ideal to sit and watch the boats, and tide, come and go. Over the two upper floors you will find a further living room with views over the harbour and three comfortable bedrooms, two of which are en-suite, and one with access to its own bathroom. Located right in the heart of Ilfracombe, Blue Beach House is very conveniently located with all the local shops, restaurants and other local amenities within easy walking distance of the house. Seek out Damian Hirst’s ’Verity’ sculpture - a great topic of conversation. The Victorian Tunnels Beaches are worth a visit and are also a sought after wedding venue. A walk up to St Nicholas Chapel will give you a great view over the harbour and town. Enjoy a spot of crabbing from the pier and there a numerous sightseeing and fishing trips leaving from the harbour.
During your stay, there is plenty to see and do in the local area and slightly further afield. Good days out include Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, Watermouth Castle and the Lynton to Lynmouth cliff railway. At Croyde and Woolacombe you will find some of the best and cleanest surf beaches in the country as well as many smaller coves and bays. Exmoor is a short distance away and on a clear day the views can be spectacular. There are National Trust properties at Arlington and Knightshayes and the RHS gardens at Rosemoor, Great Torrington. You will also find golf, horse riding, jet ski safaris and quad biking locally. Beach 10 yards. Shop 50 yards, pub 10 yards, restaurant 20 yards.£168From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bovey Tracey, EnglandShewte Farm is an elegant, Grade II listed, galleried stone barn and has a floor-to-ceiling picture window offering spectacular views over Dartmoor. Sleeping six comfortably in three spacious bedrooms, it has an open plan living space with French limestone floor, underfloor heating and a wood burner. It has been furnished throughout with characterful antiques and the highest quality linen. Guests also have use of the adjoining games barn and the tree house.
The location is idyllic and ever so peaceful, set in the middle of 80 acres of fields, woods and streams set between the National Park and National Trust land. The area is exceptionally rich in wildlife including buzzards, deer, otters (part of National England Otter Survey) and sky larks, as well as England’s largest collection of bog myrtle. The location is perfect for walking or cycling on Dartmoor, visiting numerous beaches or National Trust properties. Despite this rural setting not far from Bovey Tracey, which include an excellent delicatessen, butcher, baker and restaurants. Beach 10 miles. Shops and restaurants 1½ miles.£180From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
