Dog friendly Cottages England

This tremendous, five-storey, Victorian holiday home rests in the popular resort of Scarborough, North Yorkshire. Hot tub. En-suite bedrooms. Close to amenities. Contemporary décor. Pickering 17.7 miles; Whitby 20.2 miles; York 40.2 miles.

Set on the owners’ non-working farm in Horbling village, this detached farmhouse, with its own swimming pool and hot tub, lies in the heart of the Fens, an ideal touring base for visiting the area’s wealth of historic attractions. Providing comfortable holiday accommodation for families, it retains many original features, including exposed woodwork, an ornate cornice in the dining room and a traditional farmhouse-style kitchen. There is a second sitting room, well-stocked library and video and DVD collection (including latest releases). There are also five family bathrooms, providing luxury towels for an added touch of comfort. Outside is a large, private, rear lawned garden with apple, pear, plum trees and gooseberries which guests are welcome to pick in season, and a large patio with garden furniture and barbecue. There is also the added bonus of a private hot tub. The fenlands make ideal walking and cycling country, an excellent way to view the landscape with its rich farmlands, huge skies and wonderful sunsets; walks can be enjoyed from the doorstep; facilities can be found nearby for golf, fishing or horse riding. Within easy driving distance are a wealth of interesting places, including the delightful old towns of Uppingham, Oakham and Stamford, full of beautiful stone buildings. On the edge of Stamford stands Burleigh House, one of England’s greatest Elizabethan houses. Nearby Spalding is an attractive, Dutch-influenced town and centre of the flower-bulb industry, where the Springfields show gardens and the annual flower festival in May are popular. Tattershall Castle (NT), Belton House and Coningsby, noted for its huge one-handed church clock, and the home of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. One of the landmarks of the Fens is the octagonal lantern tower of St Botolph’s Church in Boston. Shop and good pub with food ½ mile in Billingborough, or village pub 300 yards.

Three spectacular holiday cottages resting in Thornhaugh near Wansford, Cambridgeshire. Pet-friendly. Character cottages. Idyllic location. Stamford 5.7 miles; Peterborough 10.9 miles.

A brilliant, detached house resting on a farm in Middleton near Youlgreave, Derbyshire. Ample off-road parking. Open fire and woodburning stove. Hot tub. Winster 4.6 miles; Bakewell 6.6 miles; Matlock 9.8 miles.

Dating back to the 18th century, this elegant and spacious, grade II listed farmhouse stands detached, with large lawned gardens and exclusive use of an indoor heatedswimming pool with an outdoor spa tub and indoor sauna. It offers a substantial venue for large families or groups wishing to holiday together. The house boats a well-equipped kitchen, spacious bedrooms and a games room including a table tennis table and table football. It is set amongst rural countryside with a network of quiet lanes offering good walking and cycling from the door. The highly acclaimed Church Farm, Stow Bardolph Rare Breeds Centre, Denver Windmill, sailing club and pay-and-play golf course, Welney Wildfowl Trust, the award-winning Hare Arms pub and Downham Market with its Friday and Saturday markets, are all within easy reach. There is also easy access to the lovely sandy beaches, and RSPB nature and bird reserves along the North Norfolk Coast.

The market town of Downham Market (6 miles) boasts a direct rail link to Ely, Cambridge and London (1hr 20mins). It has a supermarket, shops, restaurants, inns, post office and bank. The medieval town of Kings Lynn (8 miles), complete with handsome waterfront offers an array of good shops, inns, restaurants, theatre, cinema, bowling alley and a sports centre. Both west and north Norfolk have an expanse of sandy beaches and salt marshes along the coastline, as well as nature reserves to protect the birds and plants which thrive here. The coastal road passes through many pretty rural villages, with popular tea rooms serving wonderful local food.

For those who enjoy a visit to the beach whilst on holiday, the seaside resorts of Hunstanton and Heacham boast beaches and an array of traditional seaside activities and attractions for all ages. Hunstanton (22 miles) has a pier with lively seasonal entertainment, Sea Life Centre and cliff-top golf course. Heacham (20 miles) is home to Norfolk Lavender and visitors may participate in guided tours of the expanse of lavender fields to observe the harvesting. Sandringham Estate - the Queen’s country residence, with its Jacobean-style house, museum, superb gardens and park are open to the public when the Royal Family is not in residence.

To the south lies Ely Cathedral, ‘Ship of the Fens’, standing proudly in the small city of Ely. Ely has an excellent Saturday market and a good variety of gift shops, as well as a pretty water front and boat hire. The historic city of Cambridge is easily accessible for the day and well worth a visit. One of the nicest ways to explore the city is by punt, which meanders through the city and passes many of the stunning university grounds. There are also many shops, pubs, restaurants and theatres. Norwich, famous for its cathedral, is also within easy reach, where a visit to the stunning cathedral is not to be missed, as is the famous mustard shop, with many new and old varieties can be purchased. Shops 4 miles, pub 2 miles.

With parts of the property dating back to the 1600s, Lode Hall provides the perfect place for families and friends who are looking for a well presented base that not only provides tons of character, but also has all the mod cons. Having been in the same family for nearly 100 years, this detached property has provided a much loved family home for several generations of the owner’s family, and from the minute you drive over the little bridge that leads to the hall, you will know you have made a great choice for your holiday. Most windows boast bespoke wooden shutters, and the property has been carefully decorated and furnished to provide a warm welcome for guests. With three sitting rooms and a formal dining room on the ground floor, all with wooden floors and open fires, there is lots of space in which to relax and unwind. The property also boasts five bathrooms, plus an additional toilet and a self-contained flat with a kitchenette and further sitting room on the second floor. For that added touch of comfort, adult bathrobes are available to hire on request from the owner. Outside, there is a private seating area, a large lawned garden and a hot tub that seats six guests, so you may find it hard to tear yourself away and explore the area.

Those who do want to explore the area really will be spoilt for choice, with the cities of Cambridge, Ely, Kings Lynn and Norwich all within easy reach. The university city of Cambridge has so much to offer including the famous Fitzwilliam Museum, along with lots of guided tours of the colleges and universities and punting trips on the river Cam. Close to Cambridge also lies the Imperial War Museum, while Duxford is well worth a day out too. Ely, with its imposing cathedral, named ’The Ship of the Fens’, is a bustling small city that also boasts a stained glass museum and Oliver Cromwell’s House. The Hanseatic port of old Kings Lynn is a popular destination too, as is the medieval city of Norwich with its fine Norman castle. Those wishing for quieter pursuits will enjoy the Welney Wetland Centre; within an hour beach lovers can be on the Norfolk coast, and history lovers can be at the Sandringham Estate. After a busy day you can either retire to the peaceful garden or stoke up the fire, and relax and unwind while planning your next adventure. Beach 35 miles. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 4 miles.

With so much space, The Dower House is ideal for large families and groups of friends wishing to holiday together. It is an impressive and spacious Grade II listed, detached farmhouse with large lawned gardens and its very own hot tub. This well-appointed property offers a games room with a table tennis table and table football, and guests can also enjoy shared use of the owner’s hard tennis court.
The Dower House is set in countryside, with a network of quiet lanes offering good walking and cycling from the door. There is much of interest locally, including the highly acclaimed Church Farm Stow Bardolph Rare Breeds Centre with its petting animals, adventure playground, tea room and shop. Stow Hall Gardens provide an opportunity to walk around beautiful gardens and enjoy tea with homemade cakes, whilst Denver Windmill serves excellent beverages, homemade cakes, and light lunches. There is also a pay and play golf course and Welney Wildfowl Trust wetland paradise brimming with nature. You can also enjoy easy access to the lovely sandy beaches, and RSPB nature and bird reserves along the North Norfolk Coast. The local pub is just 100 yards away.
The market town of Downham Market, 2 miles, has Friday and Saturday markets, a supermarket, shops, bank, restaurants and boasts a direct rail link to Ely, Cambridge and London (in an hour and twenty minutes). The medieval town of Kings Lynn, 10 miles, is complete with handsome waterfront offering an array of good shops, inns, restaurants, a theatre, cinema, bowling alley and a sports centre. Both west and north Norfolk have an expanse of sandy beaches and salt marshes along the coastline, as well as nature reserves to protect the birds and plants which thrive here. The coastal road passes through many pretty rural villages, with popular tea rooms serving wonderful local food.
For those who enjoy a visit to the beach whilst on holiday, Snettisham Beach is the closest at 30 minutes’ drive. Further along the coast road are the traditional seaside resorts of Hunstanton and Heacham, which boast beaches and an array of traditional seaside activities and attractions for all ages. Hunstanton, 24 miles, has a pier with lively seasonal entertainment, a Sea Life Centre and cliff-top golf course. Heacham, 22 miles, is home to Norfolk Lavender and visitors may participate in guided tours of the expanse of lavender fields to observe the harvesting. Sandringham Estate,- the Queen’s country residence, with its Jacobean-style house, museum, superb gardens and park, are open to the public when the Royal Family is not in residence. To the south lies Ely Cathedral, known as the Ship of the Fens. This small city has an excellent Saturday market and a good variety of gift shops, as well as a pretty waterfront and boat hire.
The historic city of Cambridge is easily accessible for the day, and well worth a visit. One of the nicest ways to explore the city is by punt, which meanders through the city and passes many of the stunning university grounds. There are also many shops, pubs, restaurants, and theatres. Norwich, famous for its cathedral, is also within easy reach, and not to be missed. Don’t miss the famous mustard shop there as well, with many new and old varieties of mustard that can be purchased. We are opposie the award winning pub The Hare Arms/ this is a delightful village pub with great food and superb beer, booking is recommended for large groups to eat. Beach 21 miles. Shops 2 miles and pub 100 yards.

This very spacious, detached property is the ultimate getaway, with both a games room and an outdoor play area for children. It also has superb living, kitchen and dining areas for the rest of the family. Meadow View is perfect for families coming together, or for large groups needing somewhere to meet as a base and enjoy fun and time together. With the Roanhead Beach just over 3 miles away, and only a short drive into the South Lakes, this is superbly positioned accommodation for any occasion. Equally, you could just remain on site for a relaxing time away, parked behind the electric gates, and enjoy the on-site gymnasium, hot tub and games areas without the need to drive anywhere else. For those bringing infants and toddlers, the property provides ample equipment such as a baby bath with a seat insert for the main bath too, bottle maker, bottle warmer, steriliser, baby bouncer, electronic swing chair, a few toys, highchair, travel cot and a wooden cot which can be placed in any room. Beach 3½ miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile and restaurant 1½ miles.

A stunning detached house lying on the Solway Plains in Seaville, Cumbria. En-suites. Large barn with hot tub and bar. Spacious. Family-friendly. Pet-friendly. Silloth 4.8 miles; Wigton 8.9 miles; Cockermouth 18.5 miles.

The Beach House at Whinthwaite is a fabulous seafront property with a hot tub in the coastal town of Seascale. Perfect for a family reunion, special celebration, or a large group holiday. With panoramic sea views, a train station nearby, easy access to the Lake District and the West Cumbrian Coast, you’ve got a perfect base for a memorable holiday with loved ones. It’s also perfect for walking or cycling groups. This stunning property sleeping up to eighteen guests features nine double bedrooms, a total of seven bathrooms, three kitchens, two living rooms, beautiful gardens, and some stunning original features. All the bedrooms are well furnished with comfortable beds, plenty of storage and hanging space, many come with sea views, seating, and vanity areas. Three bedrooms are on the ground floor, four on the first floor and two on the second floor. There’s a mixture of en-suite rooms and some floors have separate bathrooms. On the first floor you’ll find a comfortable games room with a pool table which converts into an air hockey table, along with table tennis which doubles over as a dining table! You’ll love the stunning dining room/conservatory with sea and garden views, but if you want the best views, head to the top of this stunning property, the sea views are amazing. The spacious, main living room on the ground floor is an excellent place to all get-together in front of the large open fire, it’s the dream on Christmas day to opening presents together and it’s a great social space to see the wine flowing while you catch up with your loved ones. There’s a kitchen on each floor, so you haven’t got to go far for a midnight snack or a cuppa and a utility room on the ground floor. At the rear you have an enclosed patio with outdoor furniture and private hot tub, perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying a glass of wine or a cold beer after a day of adventure, along with large lawned gardens with amazing sea views.
The Beach House at Whinthwaite is on the Cumbrian coast near Gosforth in the West Lakes, this delightful village near to the Eskdale and Wasdale valleys offers an excellent shop and several pubs. From here you have easy access to some of most picturesque and dramatic scenery this Cumbrian hotspot has to offer. The highest mountain in England, Scafell Pike is a short drive through the countryside with beautiful lakes and walking routes nearby, while Drigg beach and Sand Dunes is about a mile away. You have an excellent links golf course at Seascale just walking distance from The Beach House at Whinthwaite. Muncaster Castle is a 10-minute drive where you can tour the haunted castle, take in the birds of prey show and enjoy the stunning gardens. La’al Ratty, a narrow-gauge steam railway from Dalegarth to Boot. You can also enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding and gyhll scrambling. Whether you’re looking for scenery, adventure or climbing, Whinthwaite is a great starting point. Beach 200 yards.