Dog friendly Cottages England

From the moment you turn into The Dartmouth Golf and Country Club’s sweeping driveway, you will feel a sense of peace and tranquillity. Slowly pass the keen golfer taking his next shot, gaze in awe at the views over the greens and know that your holiday has truly begun. Pull up and make your way to Toffee Apple, a gorgeous stone-built property tucked away in a commanding quiet spot overlooking the golf club and greens beyond.
As you step through the front door you will be wowed by the boutique feel with no expense spared in ensuring your stay is luxurious and comfortable. The fully fitted kitchen lends itself beautifully to the sociable living being open plan with a sumptuous living area. With Neff and Smeg appliances and a grand larder cupboard, you will be sure to cook up some wonderful meals after a round of golf or a day exploring Dartmouth and beyond. The living room benefits from a range of comfortable seating around a Smart TV with DVD player and bluetooth speaker, and on a chilly evening the all-important wood burner, perfect for warming your toes after your day’s adventures. Gather in the conservatory to take in the beautiful views, enjoy a breakfast feast or simply relax with a book. Doors lead down into the garden which features garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ. Three bright and airy bedrooms can be found on the first and second floors, all with luxury ensuite bathrooms and added luxury toiletries to ensure a perfect pamper. A great night’s sleep shall be had by all.
Set on the Dartmouth Golf and Country Club Estate, Toffee Apple is perfectly situated to enjoy the golf course (fees apply), and guests have free access to the swimming pool and spa facilities on site. Enjoy a round of golf by day, a cold tipple on the terrace of an afternoon and a dreamy night’s sleep by night.
If a break from golf is what you crave, the Royal Naval Town of Dartmouth is a short drive away, here you will find quirky shops, galleries, and wonderful restaurants as well as the opportunity to take to the river and explore the surrounding area by boat. The children will love Woodlands Family Leisure Park, under a mile away, a fantastic day out to let off some steam and make memories together. The beaches of Blackpool Sands and Slapton Sands are within easy reach, so pack up your golf clubs, bucket and spade and sense of adventure and head to Toffee Apple for a holiday to remember!

Perched on the water’s edge Moorhen Lake House offers a sanctuary for all and gives a great first impression.
An open plan downstairs is complemented by stunning bi-folding glass doors that stretch across the back of the house. They ensure the house is filled with calm and tranquil light whilst showing the lake off in all its charming glory.
An ever changing picture of water-skiers, swans and rippling water can be enjoyed from the comfort of the sofa, or fold the doors back and the living area takes on a new and exciting feel. The outside space becomes an extension to the house, an ideal spot for alfresco dining, and the hot tub in the deck makes the perfect place to watch the world go by.
Upstairs offers three bedrooms and a family bathroom. More stunning lake views can be found from the master bedroom. You will also find within a few steps of the house a lakeside brasserie and a great children’s play area.
The perfect holiday cottage in Gloucestershire.

"Ideal base for a family holiday...set between the Cheviots and the sea"


Tucked away in a peaceful and secluded village setting, these five comfortably furnished holiday cottages are set in an idyllic location, only 5 miles from the spectacular Bamburgh Castle and one of the longest sandy beaches in England, and within a few minutes’ drive of Seahouses, where regular boat trips depart for the Farne Islands. Between the Cheviots and the sea, there is easy touring through the beautiful countryside with its numerous castles, stately homes and NT properties. Furnished to a high standard, and close to the owners’ home, Fordson offers single-storey accommodation and Ferguson is a detached two-storey cottage. The Mill House stands as a detached converted barn, with Waren View and The Granary Cottage forming an adjoining pair. This is an ideal choice for family holidays, with use of a very pleasant lawned area by a stream. There is also shared use of the owners’ hard tennis court nearby.

Warenford Village serves as an excellent base from which to discover Northumberland and the Scottish border country. Just 4 miles distant lies Budle Bay, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as an SSSI, with the ancient walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed (15 miles) and the Duchess of Northumberland’s ornamental gardens a short drive away. Created to rival the best in Europe, the gardens are contemporary in design and include waterfalls and cascading plumes set within landscaped grounds with themed planted areas. Also sure to delight both young and old alike is a visit to neighbouring Alnwick Castle, which served as the location for the Harry Potter films. Home of the Percy family, it stands as the second largest inhabited castle in England after Windsor Castle, with some of its rooms open to the public and displaying a wealth of decorative and fine art.

Within easy reach, too, is Holy Island – renowned for its medieval religious heritage, priory and picturesque castle – and also known by its Anglo-Saxon name of Lindisfarne. Accessed by a paved causeway at low tide, the island is popular with bird-watchers and nature lovers, with the north-western portion of the island being maintained as a nature reserve, where terns, plovers and seals can be observed. Whilst on the island, a trip to The Museum of Island Life will reveal former living and working conditions there, and St Aidan’s Winery tempts visitors with its sweet concoction of local Lindisfarne Mead.
There are quiet country lanes for cycling and several excellent golf courses nearby, as well as a selection of shops in Belford (3 miles) and good inns and restaurants in which to enjoy a family meal locally – the nearest pub with restaurant being just 30 yards.

Guests may relax in thesauna or work out in the gym, built close to the cottages. Shop/24-hr garage 1 mile.

Fordson (MHH), Ferguson (MHI), The Granary Cottage (MKO), Waren View (MKP) and The Mill House (MLX) can be booked together to accommodate up to 30 guests.

Set amid 10½-acre grounds, complete with outdoor heated swimming pool, games room with pool table and darts, mini-gym and children’s play area, these six holiday properties (26767, 26768, 27123, UKC284, UKC285 and UKC1844) occupy a beautiful setting. Named after British apples, they have been imaginatively converted from former fruit barns. On arrival, dive into the welcome pack.
All the properties at Horselake have a private garden or courtyard, whilst enjoying the freedom to roam the grounds and make the most of the shared facilities. Ideal for exploring South Devon with its stunning coastline, and resorts such as Dawlish and Teignmouth. Rugged Dartmoor is only a short drive, and many family attractions are within easy reach including National Trust-owned Castle Drogo, Fingle Bridge, the Teign Gorge, and Canonteign Falls and Country Park. The properties are within 10 miles of the old cathedral city of Exeter, with its many varied attractions including a racecourse, shopping, antique shops, guided tours and a host of summer festivals. Fishing on the River Teign, 3 miles. Golf 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant within 1 mile.

Peacefully tucked away, enjoying its own private hot tub and enclosed lawn garden, Riverside Cottage is nestled within the grounds of the owners’ hotel, located alongside the picturesque River Ouse. The location is excellent, you are in the heart of the beautiful Brecks with miles of woodland and riverside walks, direct from your doorstep, to explore on foot or cycle and a minute’s walk from Brandon’s High Street with shops, supermarket, cafés and pub.
You will be delighted from the moment you arrive as there is plenty of parking and it is immediately outside the cottage door. The cottage offers spacious, modern open plan accommodation, a fully equipped kitchen with breakfast island and large dining table, perfect to celebrate any occasion in style, great for dining at home. Those preferring to dine out will find plenty of eateries within walking distance, and why not enjoy a ‘hearty and bottomless’ breakfast at the hotel, just a few steps away?

The living room has large comfy sofas and 50” Smart TV with a specially installed floor plate to take your laptops and gaming consoles. All bedrooms boast en-suite facilities, very comfy beds, quality linens and TVs. There is even an extra bathroom with large walk-in shower on ground floor. Outside there is an enclosed lawn garden and a private six-seater Jacuzzi spa tub to relax in after a busy day exploring.

Neighbouring the cottage are the hotel lawn gardens leading directly to the River Little Ouse, a perfect spot to simply sit and relax by - or why not hire a rowing boat (from the hotel on-site) and explore the picturesque waterways at your own pace? It truly is a magical waterway, abundant with birds and wildlife. There is so much to see and do, including Thetford Forest which is 8 minutes’ drive with 18,730 hectares to explore, offering exciting tree top climbing adventure, to the history and heritage of Mildenhall Warren and Lynford Arboretum, peace and tranquility with walks around Santon Downham. There is an excellent golf course 10 minutes’ drive away, and the bustling market towns of Thetford and Swaffham are 20 minutes’ drive, with shops, supermarkets, regular market days, and many eateries.

Take to two wheels and enjoy the Norfolk Cycle Way with lots of routes and quiet roads to explore. Explorers and shopaholics alike can head to the medieval city of Norwich with two indoor shopping malls, market square and its imposing Norman castle; Kings Lynn and its fascinating Hanseatic Quarter; Ely with its magnificent cathedral the ’Ship of the Fens’; the university city of Cambridge and Bury St Edmunds with its famous abbey and gardens.

The spectacular North Norfolk coast with sandy beaches an hour’s drive. The traditional seaside resorts of Hunstanton and Heacham both have wide sandy beaches, packed with activities for all ages. Heacham has two beaches, South Beach and North Beach; North Beach being the busier with jet skis and beach huts by the promenade. Dogs are welcome on this beach. Shops and restaurants 25 yards.

Situated within the grounds of the owner’s working farm, an excellent base in which to explore the delights that the Forest of Dean has to offer. In the Forest of Dean itself, there are many picnic sites, pathways and cycle tracks to be found. Outdoor activities are plentiful with horse riding and canoeing available in the local area and the cathedral city of Gloucester is within easy driving distance. Views of the River Severn can be had from the property. Dean Heritage Centre, Dean Forest Railway and Tintern Abbey are all nearby. There is good fishing, RSPB reserves, horse riding, golf, tennis and excellent walking and cycling opportunities locally. Ross-on-Wye, Chepstow, Monmouth and the cathedral cities of Gloucester and Hereford are within easy driving distance. Pub and restaurant 3 miles.

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of Carlton Meres Holiday Park nestled in the picturesque town of Saxmundham.
This beautiful lodge is ideal for families, couples, and friends seeking a rejuvenating holiday experience on the stunning Suffolk coast. Osprey 52 offers bright and spacious accommodation. The large living area welcomes you with its inviting ambiance, featuring plush seating where you can unwind after a day of exploration. Whether you’re snuggled up with a good book or indulging in a movie night, this space is designed for relaxation. The well-equipped kitchen beckons aspiring chefs to whip up delicious meals using local produce sourced from nearby markets. From hearty breakfasts to delicious dinners and stories around the dining table, creating cherished memories with your loved ones. Retreat to the comfort of two bedrooms, each offering a peaceful haven for restful nights, there is a sofa bed in the lounge. There are two bathrooms, one with a shower and the other with a bath. Step outside onto your private deck area with a table and chairs and breathe in the fresh countryside air. Sip your morning coffee as you watch the sunrise, or savour evening drinks while the sun sets. The spacious deck area provides the perfect setting for alfresco dining, where you can relish meals amidst the natural beauty that surrounds you.
Carlton Meres Holiday Park offers an array of amenities to enhance your stay. Take a refreshing dip in the heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools. For the little ones, there is a children’s adventure play area where they can let their imaginations run wild. If you don’t fancy cooking then grab a bite to eat and drink in the clubhouse. Venture beyond the park and discover the wonders of Saxmundham and its surroundings. Explore the charming town centre with its quaint shops and cafés, or embark on scenic walks along the nearby coastline, a trip to Aldeburgh and Southwold is the perfect way to spend a day, or go crabbing at Walbeswick and catch a foot ferry over to Southwold. A trip to Thorpeness is like a step back in time, take a rowing boat out on the Mere and transport yourself into Peter Pan’s world, there are little islands with figures from the famous story. From historic landmarks to pristine beaches, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Osprey 52 is the perfect retreat for all ages.

When you arrive, drive into this countryside park, surrounded by a million shades of green and located in a peaceful setting. Step inside your holiday lodge and be greeted by a reverse-level living experience, designed to deliver optimum space. The ground floor plays host to three lovely bedrooms. A master with kingsize bed, en-suite bathroom and French style doors leading onto your patio area, great for morning coffee after a great night’s sleep. The other two bedrooms consist of a double bedroom, and a twin bedroom. A family bathroom will be found on the ground floor too. The décor throughout is light and airy, with a relaxing feel. Walk up the stairs to a very impressive open plan living space, where the kitchen has plenty of work and storage space, is well equipped and thoughtfully laid out. The living area has super-comfy sofas and delightful, balcony, where you can enjoy a little al-fresco dining or perhaps a favourite beverage after a day of adventures!
Life at Honicombe Manor is all about enjoying time together in style, and your biggest decision will be whether to start your day with a swim in the indoor pool or head to the restaurant for a leisurely breakfast. The seasonal outdoor pool makes the perfect place to enjoy family time on a summer’s day, and then there’s the tennis court for those (pretend!) tournaments.
The spectacular Tamar Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers plenty of choice when it comes to those long country walks with your dogs in tow. The train journey from Gunnislake station is a joy to behold, revealing views and sights to take your breath away. The beautiful Dartmoor National Park has rolling hills and hidden delights whilst the historic naval city of Plymouth has marinas, restaurants, and pubs in addition to a huge range of shops and striking architecture. For those who enjoy the coast, the beaches at Seaton and Downderry are a delight for children of all ages, whilst the harbour towns Looe and Fowey are steeped in history and their narrow streets, cafés and restaurants are well worth discovering. Beach 19 miles.

Seagreen Lodge is a tastefully decorated three bedroom lodge with a deck area leading down to a lawn, and a first floor balcony from the master bedroom. On the ground floor the open plan living space is warm and flooded with light from the patio doors leading out of the living area. There is a well-equipped kitchen, perfect for whipping up a holiday feast and a dining table to comfortably seat six, gather together and plan the next days adventure. Also on the ground floor are two of the bedrooms, one double and one twin, along with a delightful bathroom with nautical touches. The lodge is tucked away in the most secluded position with great uninterrupted sea views across fields from the sun deck, living area, and the master bedroom and balcony upstairs. These views stretch from Gull Rock and Nare Head to the East all the way around to the Southwest.
Set on the idyllic Trewince Manor Estate and located close to the harbour village of Portscatho. This beautiful estate has a creek on one side and the stunning Roseland coastline within an easy walk of the other. Trewince has a range of facilities including wonderful, expansive grounds. There is also an indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and small gym for guests to use at no charge but which need to be booked at Reception. There is also a slipway (available for a fee) for the launching of boats by direct arrangement with Trewince Estate. The walks available from the Estate lead to the spectacular coastal footpath around the creeks and cliffs of the St Anthony headland.
Portscatho and its neighbouring village of Gerrans are located on the eastern coast of the Roseland Peninsula, Cornwall, overlooking the dramatic Gerrans Bay. A truly peaceful waterside village, Portscatho is a lovely place for a holiday. The beaches such as Porthcurnick and Towan are simply idyllic, and these are only minutes from the village. With a superb local butcher, two great little pubs and a well-stocked local store, Portscatho and Gerrans are a lovely place to spend a holiday. Beach ¾ mile.

Spring Willows Boutique Holiday Park is nestled into the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds on the outskirts of Scarborough and located amidst the spectacular North Yorkshire Moors, Farmlands and the seaside towns of Scarborough, Filey & Bridlington. A fabulous choice for guests looking to explore the best of Yorkshires glorious coast and countryside.
The Linden Suite is beautifully furnished throughout to an exceptionally high standard. All on one level, the accommodation is all on the ground floor with full wheelchair access, wide doors and walk-in bath. The living area is open plan with a modern well equipped kitchen, a dining area as well as two sofas in front of the large Smart TV. One of the sofas is a high quality sofa bed which can be used by two additional guests on request. There is a double bedroom as well as a twin bedroom, both have wardrobes and TVs. The bathroom has a walk-in bath, with a glass door enabling you to step into the bath easily with a rainforest shower over.
The holiday park is well equipped to entertain and delight guests all year round. With a heated indoor swimming pool, which has public sessions as well as private bookable sessions so you can have the luxury of having the entire pool to yourselves. There is also a gym, sauna and hot tub, for guests use. The family bar is spacious and has entertainment on certain nights throughout the week, as well as showcasing Sky Sports. There is a great beer garden looking out onto the children’s play area, as well as a pool table, making this a fun social space for everyone. The bar serves food so you can treat yourself if you fancy a night off from cooking. This is a great destination for dogs, on-site the bar is dog friendly and there is a dog walking trail through the holiday park and along the edge of the neighbouring woods. Most of the beaches nearby are dog friendly or have dog friendly sections, with some fabulous walking trails in the Wolds as well as the National Park including Dalby Forest.
The site is just 8 miles from the centre of Filey which has a wonderful stretch of beach that goes for over 5 miles down the coast. The seaside town of Filey has been visited for generations by lots of families attracted by the beach and the traditional seaside resort. The cobble landing leads down to the Filey Brigg where you see many children rock pooling. On the clifftops is the end of the Cleveland Way walk, with many a weary walker sitting on the clifftops after completing the walk. The walks among the clifftops are stunning and some of the best available down the East Coast. To the south you have the RSPB bird sanctuary at Bempton Cliffs, and you’ll see all the migrating birds from puffins to guillemots and kittiwakes. The seaside resorts of Scarborough, Flamborough Head and Bridlington are just a short drive away.
Scarborough has two glorious beaches with a castle on the cliff top in-between, you also have the oriental gardens at Peasolm park, the Sealife Centre and one of Europe’s largest open air theatres which a great line up during the summer months. The medieval City of York is less than an hour away and is voted every year as being one of the top ten cities to visit. Try not to miss it during your stay as you will not be disappointed. A wonderful old walled city with lots of independent shops, cafés and street entertainers as well as the majestic Minster standing proud overlooking the city. You have a little slice of luxury to return to after a day of exploring. Beach 5¾ miles. Pub and restaurant on-site.
The Linden Suite (ref UK40475) can be booked together with The Spencer Suite (ref UK40476) to accommodate up to 10 guests.