Dog Friendly Lodges North Yorkshire

This delightful lodge enjoys a rural position on the outskirts of the seaside town of Whitby. With spacious accommodation set all on the ground floor, this property is ideal for a couple seeking to explore the delights of the North York Moors National Park, where you will find a magnitude of opportunities to suit all ages and tastes.

The welcoming open plan living area features a contemporary style kitchen which houses all the essentials you could possibly need to cater for yourselves during a relaxing break. After dinner, look forward to curling up on the plush sofas or venture to the private garden area, where you can catch the final glimpses of sunshine with a well-deserved glass of wine in hand. Completing the interior is a comfortable double bedroom and a shower room.

Brook Cottage is well serviced by public transport. The bus to Whitby stops nearby, whilst the bus to Goathland, York and Leeds (officially voted Britain’s Most Scenic Bus Route in 2018 by Bus Users UK) stops in Sleights. Sleights train station is half a mile away and trains run to Whitby and Middlesbrough along the stunning Esk Valley line. It is a real treat to see, hear and smell the iconic steam train puffing along from Whitby to Pickering on the North York Moors Railway. Why not catch the steam train from Whitby to the market town of Pickering, stopping off at Goathland, home to the fictional village ’Aidensfield’ in the TV programme ‘Heartbeat’? Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile. This property can be booked together with Low Garth Cottage (CC241133) to accommodate up to 4 guests.

In a quiet location down a private drive, this second floor holiday apartment, renovated in 2020, is part of a converted mill set within Malhamdale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and with the other properties enjoys 8 acres of private grounds in an idyllic setting. This apartment boasts fantastic views over the River Aire which feeds the trout lake and millstream, adding charm and life to the grounds. Malham Cove, with its limestone amphitheatre and the gorge of Gordale Scar, are within easy walking distance, as is Malham Tarn, one of the largest natural areas of water in Yorkshire. Also, Settle is close by, where you can take a trip on the Settle to Carlisle Railway. The town of Skipton is also a favourite, also known as ’the gateway to the Dales’, with its Norman castle and popular market. Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile.

This beautiful stone-built cottage is an annex to the main property and offers a comfortable stay in the charming little village of Elslack which sits on a hillside surrounded by open farmlands above the village with breath-taking views across the moors. Cooper Cabana is tucked away just outside the gorgeous market town of Skipton which is full of history, character and stunning architecture. The property also has plenty of character and has been stylishly decorated and furnished with exposed beams throughout giving you that farmhouse feel. Cooper Cabana offers couples a perfect holiday retreat whilst being ideally located to explore all that the Yorkshire Dales has to offer.
The cottage is a self-contained annexe to the main house and has its own entrance to which you enter the living room, this is a very comfortable, cosy area with a wood burner to snuggle up in front of on those chilly evenings. On the same floor you have a well presented, well-equipped kitchen for all your culinary needs along with a dining table which is ideal to have breakfast at and fuel up for the day’s adventures. On the first floor you have the large bedroom which offers a plush king-sized bed and fantastic views of the countryside, a great way to wake up to on a morning. On the same floor you also have the bathroom which boasts a gorgeous walk-in shower, bath and heated towel rail again giving stunning views of the surrounding area.
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. The charming market town of Skipton is only 10 minutes away, which is home to an ancient castle, cobbled high street and colourful street market. 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. Nearby you will find the picturesque spa 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. Bolton Abbey can be reached in around a 20-minute drive and offers 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside to explore. If you did just want to park up and leave the car you have instant access to walks on Cooper Cabana’s doorstep and a lovely country pub at the end of the lane within walking distance which serves plenty of local ales and fresh, seasonal pub grub

Penny Black Cottage is a romantic cottage near Ingleton, nestled between the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District and Lancashire’s Forest of Bowland.
This comfortable cottage for two people is an ideal base for an energetic activity trip such as walking, climbing, caving, riding, cycling, or a romantic setting if you just wish to relax and enjoy or even both. Why not enjoy a walk around the local Ingleton Waterfall trails or have an adventure into the White Scar Caves. Maybe seeing the famous Carlisle to Settle train on the impressive Ribblehead viaduct featured in the Harry Potter movies is more to your taste, either way you will be spoilt for choice at Penny Black Cottage.

The interior plays host to an open plan living area, where you will be delighted with the facilities within the kitchen area, perfect for rustling up an evening meal, before unwinding within the sitting area, complete with a Smart TV as well as a reclining two piece leather suite. Upstairs you have a beautifully presented double bedroom with a separate walk in wardrobe, perfect for storing all of your belongings. The modern shower room is complete with a seated dressing table. Step outside to enjoy an enclosed garden with a patio area, which is the perfect suntrap. Your well behaved small dogs are welcome to join you on your stay, they will be delighted with the nearby country walks and beaches. The area is very dog friendly, many pubs and cafés welcome them. You are just opposite the local shop with a petrol station, which is convenient for any groceries. Further down the road you have a friendly local pub, which serves wonderful home cooked meals.
Explore the wonders of the North York Moors National Park, where you will unearth miles of coast, countryside, nature and breath-taking scenery at every step. Take the heritage steam train on a truly memorable journey over the stunning moorland of the National Park from Pickering to the historical seaside town of Whitby. Visit the stately homes of Castle Howard or Sewerby Hall and Gardens. Or for nature lovers there are many nearby walking and cycling trails to choose from, including Dalby Forest. Alternatively, you can drive out to the coastal town of Scarborough only 10 minutes away, where you can explore the historic castle, wonder around the beautiful Japanese garden or soak up the sun at the beach. Further down the coast you have miles of golden sand stretching from Filey to Hunmanby Gap and Reighton Gap. The iconic light house at Flamborough and the RSPB nature reserve at Bempton Cliffs are well worth a visit where you can see nesting puffins and gannets. Beach 5 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.

The Sycamores is a charming semi detached property situated on a quiet side street in the quaint village of Hunmanby on the stunning Yorkshire coastline just a short drive from the traditional seaside town of Filey. It is the perfect place from which to enjoy a relaxing Yorkshire holiday. Surprisingly spacious, and renovated throughout, this well presented bungalow has a real cosy feel to it and offers first class accommodation. The kitchen is well planned and offers a gas hob with an electric oven, dishwasher as well as a washer/dryer. There is even a comfy arm chair where you can take a seat, enjoy a glass of wine whilst watching someone else do the cooking. The large living/dining room sits to the front of the property and is flooded with natural light from the large picture window. A large sofa takes centre stage in front of the warming gas fire, an ideal spot to cosy up on during the evening to watch your favourite holiday movie on the large Smart TV. Along the corridor is the house bathroom with bath and shower over. The accommodation is completed by a double bedroom, slide open the cupboard doors and you’ll find the hidden TV or perhaps in the morning throw open the French doors and enjoy an early morning coffee before getting ready for the day ahead. To the rear of the enclosed garden is a sunken seating area with fire pit, a lovely space to sit and relax after a long day exploring the local area.
Two miles away is the stunning Hunmanby Gap, a popular beach with locals, which offers a friendly café during the summer months. The delightful seaside town of Filey is a little further up the coast and has a variety of quaint tea rooms, restaurants and independent shops. Enjoy a stroll along the promenade with its brightly painted beach huts, ornamental gardens and cafés, or wander down to the coble landing, with its fishing boats and seafood stalls. The Sycamores offers easy access to the Cleveland Way, which is a 109 mile footpath across the moors and along the coast of the North York Moors, with many interesting sites and historical buildings to enjoy on the way. A visit to this area would not be complete without a walk to the nearby Flamborough headlands or an afternoon at the Bempton RSPB Reserve. Inland enjoy the rolling beauty of the Yorkshire Wolds or within an hour you could be enjoying the historic city of York. The Sycamores is a lovely cottage for a memorable holiday. Beach 2 miles

This beautiful shepherd’s hut offers a comfortable stay situated just outside the picturesque market town of Kirkbymoorside. This quirky hut has all the mod cons to make your glamping experience feel unique and special. The hut has plenty of character and offers couples and friends a luxury glamping retreat whilst being ideally located to explore all that the North York Moors has to offer.

If you’re looking for a getaway with a difference, then look no further than Keldholme Shepherds Hut. Open plan throughout it features a plush double bed, Smart TV, a delightful sitting area with wood burner to snuggle up in front of on those colder evenings and a modern kitchenette complete with a two ring gas hob, fridge, combi microwave oven/grill and enough storage and workspace to prepare a meal for two. In a mini separate shepherd’s hut attached, is a fully fitted shower room. The enclosed garden offers a covered decked area with seating along with a separate seating area which presents a firepit and barbecue, both giving you a fantastic space to relax and have a drink al fresco style after a day’s adventuring.

The Shepherds Hut is dog friendly, and there are miles of walking trails and public footpaths to explore during your visit. The Heritage Coast, Whitby, Scarborough and Robin Hood’s Bay are all within easy reach. A visit to this area wouldn’t be complete without a ride on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Some of the stations along the Pickering to Whitby route have featured in the Harry Potter films! The historic city of York is under 40 minutes from Keldholme which is where you will find The Shambles, believed to be the inspiration behind Diagon Alley in the Harry Potter books an films. Whilst in York you can visit the medieval cathedral, York’s Chocolate Story or enjoy a little retail therapy. Nearer to home, Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley offer lots of amenities including shops selling local produce, restaurants and cafés. Beach 25½ miles. Shop and pub ½ mile

Shepherds Den enjoys an idyllic and peaceful location, nestling among acres of beautiful farmland. Lovingly restored to bring a high standard of accommodation for guests. A warm Yorkshire welcome awaits. The owners, local farmers, kindly provide a selection of local produce and home baking for your enjoyment. Your accommodation is perfectly proportioned for two people, the living room has an inviting log burner, perfect for the cooler months, dining space and open plan shaker style kitchen.
Fully equipped to suite your needs whether cooking a hearty breakfast or relaxing supper. Off to bed and the king size bed is set with a deep mattress and quality bed linen ensuring a good nights sleep. Enjoy waking up to views of the beautiful Yorkshire countryside and sounds of the birds and sheep grazing nearby. It’s a wonderful place to come and re-energise. Outside, the sunny terraced area is set with relaxing chairs and looks across the fields, sit and enjoy the birdsong and in season the sheep and lambs in the fields.
Across the way is a site of special scientific interest, with beautiful meadow flowers in the spring and summer and a wide variety of birds and wildlife. The wonderful Yorkshire countryside can be enjoyed at any time of the year by car, cycle or on foot. With a multitude of walking trails taking you through stunning landscapes and areas of interest. Nearby, the historic town of Bedale, 3 miles, offers a weekly market every Tuesday and various events during the year, together with a range of individual shops, restaurants and pubs.
Masham, renowned for the Black Sheep Brewery, is 10 minutes’ drive and Richmond with its Norman castle, Georgian theatre and riverside walks is easily accessible too. There are many picture postcard villages to visit and numerous attractions to explore, The Forbidden Corner at Middleham, beautiful Aysgarth Falls, Bolton Castle and the market town of Leyburn. Further afield Historic York and its many attractions is within easy driving distance and Fountains Abbey , National Trust site is around 23 miles.

Welcome to Mission Room Cottage, a charming, detached stone cottage with a perfect blend of traditional and contemporary style situated in a picturesque dales village. Part of the Bolton Estate, Wensley has an excellent pub, conveniently close to the cottage, a beautiful church, and should it be needed, a good bus link to the market town of Leyburn, less than 2 miles away.
The cottage, upside down by design, has a ground floor double bedroom with en-suite shower room, perfect for a couple. Upstairs is a stylish, open plan living area with vaulted ceilings, windows to both sides and roof lights making this a pleasant light filled space. Externally is a lovely south facing garden, perfect to enjoy a morning coffee or glass of wine at the end of your day. Guests are welcome to bring one dog, although please note the garden is not enclosed. To the front of the cottage is parking for one car.
Please note the external staircase is mainly decorative. The main entrance to the cottage is on the ground floor, with internal staircase to the first floor. Wensley is conveniently placed to explore beautiful Wensleydale, enjoying stunning panoramic views towards Pen Hill and far-reaching views across the surrounding dales. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are some superb walking and cycling trails available direct from the door, making this a perfect base from which to explore the pretty Dales villages. Bikes can be stored in the shed in the garden. Fishing is also available very nearby on the Estate, subject to purchasing the necessary day tickets and environment licences. The bustling market town of Leyburn is nearby, with its market square and quaint local shops, cafés, traditional pubs, and a weekly farmers’ market. Stroll along the famous Leyburn Shawl, a few steps from the Market Place and accessible for walkers of all abilities and ages.
Historical castles and ruins are numerous with Bolton Castle and Middleham Castle a few miles away. From Middleham square you can sit and watch the impressive sight as the racehorses pass through on their way to the gallops.
The Forbidden Corner is just down the road with its labyrinth of tunnels and underground caves to explore. Take a ride on the Wensleydale heritage railway linking Leyburn and Leeming in the Vale of York - diesel and occasional steam engines make regular trips. With so much to do and see, you will certainly want to return.

The Old Back Kitchen can be found at Bonfield Ghyll Farm, which sits high upon the North York Moors close to the pretty market town of Helmsley. This off-grid working sheep and beef farm is accessed via a rough farm track and has no mains electric or close neighbours; it forms part of the National Trust’s Bransdale Estate. There are walks straight from the door, through the wood, past the stream and out onto miles of open access moorland. The current tenants have sympathetically converted the old back kitchen and water house adjoining the main farmhouse to create an idyllic and romantic getaway from the stresses of everyday life.
The property dates back to 1707 and retains many of its original features. Accessed by stone steps through a shared garden area, the entrance hall has exposed beams and plenty of space for storing coats and walking boots. The living/dining room is packed with character, including sloping quarry tile floors and the Victorian cooking range and wash copper (decorative only). With a new wood burning stove in the open hearth this room provides a real cosy feel for the colder winter months. The mezzanine with its double bed is tucked away in the rafters and is accessed via steep ladder stairs with handrails; whilst there is a good head height, taller guests need to be aware of a couple of low beams on the way up. The glow from the fire below casts magical shadows on the ceiling. With a deep filled mattress and lots of warming throws, this room will certainly provide you with a great night’s sleep after a long day exploring the National Park. The kitchen sits to the rear of the property and offers a modern gas cooker and hob, whistling kettle, microwave and small fridge freezer as well as the original shallow sink and a pretty upcycled dresser and breakfast table. The original features continue in the shower room with the original water trough that once supplied the farmhouse forming the shower tray! The stream that once ran through it has been diverted and now runs past the kitchen window, where you can watch a variety of bird life on the birdfeeder. The Old Back Kitchen really is the place for you if you want a break away from it all.
The kitchen and entrance hall radiators, bathroom towel rail and hot water are heated by the wood fired Rayburn and water heating solar panels in the farmhouse, whilst the living room and a bedroom are heated via the wood burning stove. There is Wi-Fi signal up here, but it is not always 100% reliable and the TV reception can be a little hit and miss, but there are plenty of books to read, and board and card games to play; the owners have thought of everything. There’s even a pair of binoculars and bird books so you can spend a while enjoying the wildlife on offer within the National Park. The farm has no mains electric and generates power from an eco-friendly system comprising of a combination of solar panels and an Archimedes screw in the beck producing hydro-electricity. The lights run on LEDs and you will also find a low voltage hair dryer and travel steamer for you to use. There is sufficient electricity to charge phones, laptops and E bikes, but please do not bring any other appliances with you.
After a long day walking or cycling within the National Park why not relax and enjoy a drink on the private decking or soothe aching muscles in your own home-made wood-fired hot tub with its barbeque grill; whilst it has no jets or bubbles, it does have simply stunning views across the valley, or up at the stars, as the North York Moors has Dark Sky status. Helmsley is 7 miles away and is more famously known as ‘the jewel in Yorkshire’s crown’. Here you can find an array of pubs, restaurants, tea rooms, independent shops and convenience stores. A little further afield are the historic cities of York and Whitby. The Old Back Kitchen is the perfect place for you whether you enjoy walking or cycling or just want to get away from it all.