Dog friendly Cottages England

Featuring its own indoor heatedswimming pool, this spacious attractive house with surrounding garden, stands in a hamlet on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds. Well equipped and comfortable, it boasts spacious rooms and all modern comforts, making a superb family holiday base.

Just 10 miles away to the east lies the wonderful North Yorkshire coastline. Filey has a wide sandy beach which shelves gently into the sea, whilst the resort of Scarborough, popular with families, offers an excellent choice of restaurants and a theatre. Scarborough is also home to the biggest, fastest and funniest waterpark in the UK, Alpamare Waterpark, ideal for serious adrenaline junkies and is fun for all the family with space to relax and unwind. Magnificent Flamborough Head with its bird sanctuary is 18 miles. The historic sea port of Whitby (25 miles), where the legendary Captain Cook learned his trade, has a beautiful marina. The old town is a jumble of narrow streets, with ancient houses and little craft shops, and above the town, high on a headland, are the jagged ruins of Whitby Abbey, still an impressive sight. The Spital Craft Centre in Staxton, 2 miles, serves up a lovely Sunday carvery, and features Victorian streets with hairdressers, a beauty shop, village store, deli bakery and a tearoom. It’s open everyday and there is free parking. Almost opposite the craft centre is an award-winning fish restaurant which also provides takeaways.
Inland is the market town of Malton, where a museum houses finds from the Roman camp which once stood here. Five miles to the west, Castle Howard, one of England’s grandest houses, is well worth a visit. Surrounded by magnificent parkland, it contains fine furniture and paintings, as well as Britain’s largest private collection of dress from the 17th-century to the present day. The attractive town of Pickering at the southern foot of the moors, is home to the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway, which travels across Heartbeat country. The city of York can be reached in an hour or so, with its superb museums, excellent shops and splendid minster. Flamingo Land and Ayton Castle are also nearby. There is an excellent golf course at Ganton (2 miles) and first-class riding stables at Snainton (7 miles). Good pubs and restaurants can be found in the surrounding villages and there is a farm shop in Potter Brompton and another one just 1 mile away. Village shop 1 mile, supermarket 3 miles.

A beautifully presented holiday lodge overlooking meadows and woodland with glorious views. Set on the Honicombe Manor Resort. On-site facilities including indoor and outdoor pools. A perfect base to explore Cornwall and Devon. Gunnislake 2 miles.

Super old farmhouse on the edge of Dartmoor. Big farm to wander and help on. Outdoor swimming pool, tennis court and games room. Fun activities. Lydford 2 miles.

An impressive property resting on the outskirts of Wolsingham. Pet-friendly. Indoor swimming pool. Open-plan living room. Sunderland 30.8 miles.

The Lower Mill Estate in Somerford Keynes, an award-winning exclusive destination featuring the very best contemporary waterfront homes. Situated on a private 450-acre natural reserve, the gated and managed estate comprises of woodland and meadows crossed by three rivers and surrounded by serene lakes. Honey Cottage is the perfect choice for those seeking a back to nature experience, whilst enjoying a truly luxurious abode. Designed over three floors, each floor is complete with impressive feature floor-to-ceiling windows. From every floor you can soak up the lakeside views and experience those fabulous evening sunsets. No expense has been spared with luxury fixture and fittings throughout. Each bedroom comes with top quality linens and the comfiest beds for the ultimate night’s sleep. The chefs of the group will enjoy state of art appliances for chopping and chatting whilst the Bluetooth speaker plays their favourite tunes and wine cooler chills both red and white to the ultimate cellar temperature. On those special occasion when you don’t feel like cooking for the clan, why not celebrate in style and find a local private chef to do the hard work for you whilst you pop the corks and quaff the champers. The open plan living space is fantastic hub for all, with supersized Smart TV great for those nights in when a movie marathon is on the agenda by the roaring wood burner. On those sunnier mornings and balmy evening, be sure to dine al fresco upon one of two decks.

Please note that a travel cot is available at the property but this will not be assembled unless requested at the time of booking, and no bedding is provided.

In addition to the facilities at Honey Cottage, guests get to experience and enjoy the estate’s ArtSpa, revive and indulge with indoor and outdoor heated pools, eco-pool, sauna, steam room, gym and treatments by arrangement. On the estate there is a tennis court, nature trails, cycle tracks, playground, lake equipment hire and a restaurant with a farm shop for stocking up yummy produce. There is shop and restaurant on-site for essentials (seasonal opening times).

Beyond your trendy retreat and within easy reach you will find many famous Cotswold villages and towns such as Cirencester, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bourton-on-the-Water, Broadway and Cheltenham and Bath. The Cotswold Water Park just along the lane also offers a host of activities including water skiing, cable skiing, archery, shooting, paintballing, golf, aerial adventure, angling, horse riding, sailing, canoeing and rally driving. Cycle tracks, nature trails and fishing are all available locally. Pub serving food 1 mile.

Clifton Villa is nestled next to the hotel next door and as a guest, you will have full access to the swimming pool, gym and sauna at the hotel included with your rental. Spa services are also available at a discounted rate. There are great views across open waters to the west and north across Lusty Glaze and north to Mawgan Porth and Bedruthan. There is a garden with tables and chairs and barbecue which is a stunning spot to soak up the evening sun and enjoy an al fresco drink. Inside is a roomy reception room which complements the kitchen, there is a downstairs bedroom, perfect for those with mobility issues, and three further bedrooms on the first floor. There are very few properties of this size in the centre of Newquay.
A 3-minute walk from Clifton Villa will lead you down a tarmac path to Great Western Beach and its golden sands, popular with families and surfers alike. The town centre, with its plethora of lively cafes, bars and restaurants are on your doorstep and here you can soak up the surfer lifestyle in this thriving tourist destination. Newquay has blossomed through the years and is now a vibrant buzzing community with many different events scheduled throughout the year from surfing competitions to car and music festivals. Beach ¼ mile.