Dog-friendly Cottages Norfolk
Discover the ultimate dog-friendly escape in Norfolk with our curated list of pet-friendly cottages and dog-friendly holiday homes. From sandy beaches to salt marshes, Norfolk offers a haven for you and your furry friend. Explore charming towns, roam dog-friendly coastlines, and book a hotel tailored for a memorable canine-friendly getaway in this picturesque corner of England.
Happisburgh, England
5.00Extensive sea and inland views can be admired from this Grade II listed former lighthouse keeper’s cottage. Built in 1791, it stands in a superb coastal location adjoining Happisburgh’s working lighthouse and within a short drive of the Norfolk Broads. It offers well-equipped, comfortable holiday accommodation; the cellar has been converted into a den for children. The lighthouse is open to the public on some Sundays in high season, when visitors can enjoy the fantastic view from the top. Local rural, beach and cliff-top walks, and fishing nearby. Wroxham 12 miles. Norwich 20 miles. Shop, pub/restaurant ½ mile.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Happisburgh, England 5.00This stunning location is perfect for exploring the best of Norfolk with its amazing coastline and famous Norfolk Broads. A favourite choice for summer and winter escapes. Nestled in the countryside with a lovely garden and extended views across open countryside, and just a 5-minutes’ drive to the excellent sandy beach at Sea Palling, and 10 minutes’ drive from the amazing Norfolk Broads National Park. Boasting contemporary open plan living accommodation with wood burner for cosy nights in, sympathetically and beautifully refurbished to offer modern conveniences, yet still retaining plenty of charm. Situated in a Site of Special Scientific Interest, which is rich in bird and wildlife. The area offers great walking and cycling from doorstep, the Coastal Route is popular with enthusiasts.
A great place to return to is the lovely lawn garden with seating furniture and delightful uninterrupted countryside views, or a short walk away is the award-winning pub serving good food. Nearby are the glorious sandy beaches at Sea Palling, Waxham and Horsey Gap, often visited by seals with their pups during winter months. Visit the famous lighthouse at Happisburgh, Sea Palling with shops, café, restaurants and jet ski hire for the adrenaline seekers! Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, 9 miles, has many waterside cafés, restaurants, shops and daily river trips and daily boat hire available. You can also catch the Bure Valley Steam Railway here for a wonderful trip to the market town of Aylsham, or take the train to Cromer, which is a traditional seaside resort with pier and promenade. The nearest village is Stalham, with its supermarket, shops, cafés and restaurants.
Historical attractions include many National Trust properties including Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Horsey Windpump. Other places of interest include Sheringham, 22 miles, home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway and the National Trust Sheringham Gardens. Or visit the city of Norwich with its cathedral, castle, museums, galleries, restaurants, cinema, theatre and shopping with two malls and market square. Beach 3 miles. Pub ¼ mile, Shop and restaurant 1 ¾ miles.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandAptly named The Beaches, lying just 3 miles from the wonderful sandy beach, backed by dunes at Sea Palling, and a 10-minute drive from the amazing Norfolk Broads National Park. Whatever the season, there is so much to do, see and explore, and the warmest of welcomes await you.
Step inside this wonderful open plan styled living accommodation brimming with light and vaulted ceiling with beams. The doors open from here into the lovely, enclosed lawn garden, perfect for relaxation. Having two bedrooms, each with comfy beds, and a walk-in shower room. All the accommodation benefits from being on one level, so perfect for anyone wishing to avoid steps and stairs.
Situated in a Site of Special Scientific Interest, which is rich in bird and wildlife. The area offers great walking and cycling from doorstep with the Coastal Route very popular with enthusiasts. Visit the glorious sandy beaches at Sea Palling, Waxham and Horsey Gap, popular with the visiting grey seals and their pups during the winter months. Visit the famous lighthouse at Happisburgh. Sea Palling has a shop, café, restaurants, small amusement arcade and jet ski hire for the adrenaline seekers.
Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, 9 miles, has many waterside cafés, restaurants, shops and daily river trips and daily boat hire available. Jump on the Bure Valley Steam Railway and enjoy a trip to the market town of Aylsham, or jump off at riverside village of Coltishall, or take the mainline train to City of Norwich or traditional seaside resort of Cromer, with pier and promenade. The nearest village is Stalham having a supermarket, shops, cafés and restaurants.
Historical attractions include many National Trust properties including Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Horsey Windpump. Other places of interest include Sheringham, 22 miles, home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway and the National Trust Sheringham Gardens. Shopaholics head to the City of Norwich with two indoor shopping malls, market square, cathedral, castle, museums, galleries, restaurants, cinema, and theatre. Beach 3 miles. Pub/restaurant ½ mile, supermarket, cafés, restaurants 1½ miles.£59From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandLocated 350 yards from the sand dunes and glorious sandy beach close to both the Norfolk Broads and Great Yarmouth Sea Palling has a wonderful sandy beach backed with sand dunes, perfect for picnics, and plenty of open areas for walking and letting the dogs run freely. The village shop is just a few yards away and the village also has a local fish shop, café, and a pub with music (seasonal) with food served all day. It also has an amusement arcade, a children’s playground, and a water sports shop, where you can hire water sports equipment. The beach is popular for sightings of local seal colonies, has a lifeguard (seasonal) and there are boat launching facilities. This beautiful cottage has been completely renovated and makes a wonderful base for a seaside holiday. The living room boasts a wood burner to cosy up to on those cooler nights. It enjoys a lovely enclosed garden, perfect for relaxing and al fresco dining at the rear of the property. Please note: guests will need to bring their own pods for the Nespresso coffee machine.
The famous Norfolk Broads, a haven for birds and wildlife, is just a short drive away. The expanse of the waterway is best explored by daily boat and river trips. Wroxham, 12 miles, known as the capital of the Broads, has waterside restaurants, cafés, shops, and pubs. Take a ride on the miniature Bure Valley steam gauge railway and enjoy a trip to the pretty market town of Aylsham. Wroxham train station offers railway trips to the seaside and the city of Norwich. The city of Norwich, 19 miles away, has excellent shopping, with two indoor malls, a market square, a theatre, cinema complexes, a cathedral, and a castle museum, as well as plenty of restaurants and cafés to enjoy. The area is criss-crossed with many trails and paths to enjoy. Further along the coastal path takes you to the seaside resort of Winterton-on-Sea. The traditional seaside towns of Great Yarmouth, 16 miles, Cromer, 22 miles, and Sheringham, 26 miles, offer an array of seaside fun and town centres with shops, cafés, and restaurants. Beach 350 yards. Shop 50 yards, pub and restaurant 340 yards.£63From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandJust 500 yards from the sea, this spacious semi-detached bungalow is situated in a private no through road. It is comfortably furnished and has an enclosed lawn garden, making it ideal holiday accommodation. Having two bedrooms, one features zip and link beds, allowing for it to be configured as either twin beds or combined to create a super kingsize bed, making for greater flexibility of sleeping options (please select preference at time of booking).
The coastal path for excellent walking is on the doorstep. Visit the traditional seaside resorts of Cromer, 12 miles, and Sheringham, 19 miles, for fun at the seaside, or Wroxham, 12 miles, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads National Park, you can hire a day launch or join a cruise and watch the world drift by. In fact, you are close to the heart of The Broads so you will find boats are readily available.
Bacton Woods is close by, ideal for cycling and picnic opportunities, and great for dog walking with miles of woodland trails to explore. Bird watching, golf and fishing are all available locally. If you can tear yourself away from the beach you will find a string of other coastal habitats to explore including marshes, sand dunes and pretty quays.
Head west to Cromer and discover the unspoilt Edwardian seafront, promenade and pier, or venture a little further and take a boat trip to see the seals (seasonal) or enjoy a spot of crabbing on Blakeney Quay. Head east and you’ll discover Great Yarmouth’s Golden Mile and all the fun of the fair and just a little further, Pleasurewood Hills, Norfolk’s only theme park.
Enjoy a ride on the Bure Valley Railway from Wroxham and travel through the pretty Norfolk countryside to the bustling market town of Aylsham for a spot of shopping or lunch. With other attractions such as the tranquil Hickling Broad, Amazonia Zoo, BeWILDerwood, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, North Norfolk Railway and the medieval city of Norwich all within easy reach you really will be spoilt for choice.
After a busy day, you can then return to Sea Breeze and relax in the lovely garden, conservatory or on the comfy sofas. The bathroom has been refurnished in November 2023. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub, and restaurant ¼ mile.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandEnjoy magnificent sea views, and walking distance to the sandy beach and the village, having pub serving food, fish and chip, shop, and ice cream parlour. Easy access to The Coastal Path for excellent walking.
Peacefully tucked away, this detached holiday bungalow offers a comfortable coastal base. The sun room leads onto a small verandah with steps leading into the enclosed lawn garden with seating furniture, and a garden gate opening to a large grass green leading down to cliff edge, shared with other holiday properties. Visit the traditional seaside resorts of Cromer, 12 miles, and Sheringham, 19 miles, for fun at the seaside, or Wroxham, 12 miles, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads National Park. Here you can hire many types of water craft including, kayaks, canoes, paddle boarding, day launch or simply sit back and join a river cruise.
Bacton Woods is close by, ideal for cycling, picnic opportunities and great for dog walking with miles of woodland trails to explore. Bird watching, golf and fishing all available locally. If you can tear yourself away from the beach you will find a string of other coastal habitats to explore including marshes, sand dunes and pretty quays. Head west to Cromer and discover the unspoilt Edwardian seafront, promenade, and pier, or venture a little further and take a boat trip to see the seals (seasonal) or enjoy a spot of crabbing on Blakeney Quay. Head eastward to discover Great Yarmouth’s Golden Mile and all the fun of the fair and just a little further, Pleasurewood Hills, Norfolk’s only theme park. Enjoy a ride on the Bure Valley Railway from Wroxham and travel through the pretty Norfolk countryside to the bustling market town of Aylsham for a spot of shopping or lunch.
With other attractions such as the tranquil Hickling Broad, Amazonia Zoo, BeWILDerwood, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, North Norfolk Railway and the medieval city of Norwich all within easy reach you really will be spoilt for choice. Shop, pub, and restaurant all within ½ mile. Beach 1 mile.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandAn amazing holiday cottage, furnished and equipped to an excellent standard for discerning guests, with extra touches offering delight and enjoyment to your stay. Just a short stroll from the stunning sandy beach, this detached cottage has an enclosed lawned garden to the rear, which makes a great space to return to and relax in whilst enjoying the last of the evening sunshine.
The village of Bacton is very pet friendly and offers coastal walks, and nearby Bacton wood is ideal for walking and picnic opportunities. The village has great pubs serving food, restaurants, a fish and chip shop, a café and an ice cream parlour.
The seaside resorts of Cromer, 13 miles, and Sheringham, 17 miles, provide a great day out. Be sure to bring your sea fishing rod and catch your supper! Wroxham, the Capital of the Broads, is within easy reach. The stark natural beauty of the Broads is best appreciated from the water, and with daily river trips or boats to hire, Wroxham is as good a place as any to start down the River Bure. For avid gardeners, a visit to the Old Vicarage Gardens at East Ruston and Hoveton Estate is a must, and golfers won’t be disappointed with the the Royal Norwich Golf Course, or clifftop course at Sheringham and the golf club in Mundesley, both nearby.
National Trust properties in the vicinity include Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park and Horsey Windpump. Visit Horsey Beach between December and February for your chance to spot hundreds of grey seals and pups along the shore. Alternatively, the historical city of Norwich, 20 miles, boasts a theatre, two indoor shopping malls, a market square, cafés, restaurants (including fine dining), the castle museum, a cathedral and art galleries. Excellent walking, cycling, bird watching and sea fishing are all available locally. Beach 200 yards. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 350 yards.£82From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandStanding in the pretty hamlet of Stalham Staithe, a conservation village nestled alongside the River Ant. This charming holiday home offers contemporary and very comfortable accommodation set over three floors boasting bi folding doors opening into the enclosed rear garden. Explore or relax, this home will delight discerning holiday guests. Offering river views across the River Ant and local boatyards from the upper floor front facing windows. The neighbouring boatyard offers daily hire of motor launches to explore the miles of magnificent waterways. Fishing opportunities nearby, with access to the River Ant and local fisheries (seasonal and licence required).
A short drive, or footpath leads to the neighbouring town of Stalham with its shops, café, restaurants, and pubs, and within an easy drive of the Norfolk Broads and Norfolk’s coastline. The Norfolk Broads Museum is a few steps away, from here you can discover the history of boating and The Broads. Wroxham, known as the capital of the Broads, is only 8 miles away. A great family fun days out can be had at BeWILDerwood, a tree top adventure in Horning, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade and Wroxham Barns. The seaside resort of Sea Palling is 5 miles away, or for quieter sandy beaches, take a trip to Waxham and Horsey. The city of Norwich makes for a great day out, with its cathedral, theatre, castle museum, excellent shopping, restaurants, and cafés. Enjoy a day at the seaside resort of Great Yarmouth, only 16 miles away. The Weavers Way runs through the town and provides good walking and cycling opportunities. Supermarket, shops, pubs, restaurants 1 mile and beach 5 miles.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandNestled within walking distance of a pristine sandy beach, this Victorian cottage, aptly named for its former Coastguard occupation, provides an idyllic base to explore the enchanting Norfolk coastline and the renowned Norfolk Broads National Park. Step into the charm of yesteryear as you enter the end-of-terrace cottage, where period features abound. The character-laden wood floors and inviting sofas surrounding an open fire create a cosy living room, bathed in natural light from the classic sash windows. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms await, with the rear bedroom offering a tantalizing glimpse of the sea. A family bathroom graces this level, while the convenience of a ground-floor toilet adds a practical touch. Outside, a south-facing, enclosed garden at both the front and back beckons with seating furniture, providing a tranquil space to unwind.
For beach lovers and dog owners alike, the nearby sandy shores welcome furry friends year-round, with a designated area excluding pets for those seeking a quieter retreat. The village of Bacton charms with delightful walks and amenities, including a pub with restaurants, a fish and chip shop, a café, and an ice cream parlour. Bacton Woods, a nearby haven, invites picnics and offers excellent dog walking trails, complementing the village’s overall dog-friendly atmosphere. For family adventures, BeWILDerwood in Horning promises outdoor excitement, while the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade combines indoor and outdoor fun, complete with a splash park for warmer days. A treat for green thumbs, The Old Vicarage Gardens in East Runton and Sheringham National Trust Park beckon avid gardeners.
History enthusiasts can explore nearby National Trust properties, including Felbrigg and Blickling Hall. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the Royal Cromer and Mundesley golf courses. Wildlife enthusiasts can witness hundreds of grey seals and pups at Horsey Beach between December and February. Just 20 miles away, the city of Norwich unfolds its cultural treasures, including indoor shopping malls, a bustling market square, theatres, cinema complexes, a castle museum, and a cathedral. Indulge in cafés, restaurants, and pubs, all within easy reach. With the beach a mere 700 yards away.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandThis holiday bungalow is a great choice all year round, perfectly situated to explore many of the amazing soft sandy beaches and famous Norfolk Broads National Park. Less than ½ mile from the high street in the market town of Stalham, with eateries, shops, post office and a supermarket on the doorstep. Decorated and furnished to offer modern contemporary accommodation boasting a lovely conservatory to relax within boasting views of the enclosed garden. Sea Palling has excellent sandy beach back by dunes, 11 minutes’ drive, with shop, café, small amusement arcade and trampolines (seasonal).
Situated close to the A149 coastal road provides great road network to visit the livelier seaside resort of Great Yarmouth and riverside village of Potter Heigham. The hamlet of Stalham Staithe is gateway to the Norfolk Broads, located on opposite side of Coastal Road, where you can find and enjoy daily boat hire and river trips to explore the miles of waterways, river fishing (seasonal and licence required). At the Norfolk Broads Museum (seasonal opening) you can discover the history of boating and The Broads. Wroxham, known as capital of the Broads, is 8 miles with shops, supermarket, riverside cafés, and restaurants. This is also home to the Bure Valley Railway, a narrow steam gauge railway visiting the nearby village of Coltishall and the market town of Aylsham. For quieter sandy beaches, take a trip to Waxham and Horsey, with soft wide sandy beaches back on to sand dunes.
During the months of November and January parts of Horsey beach are protected whilst the grey seal colony give birth, a great opportunity to visit and see nature up close. For great family fun days visit BeWILDerwood, a tree top adventure in Horning, Roar Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, indoor soft play, slides, outdoor adventure and splash park and Wroxham Barns with a small petting farm and play park. The city of Norwich has two excellent indoor shopping malls, market square, cafés, restaurants, pubs, cathedral, theatre, and castle museum. Great Yarmouth, 16 miles, with amusements, fun fair, pier, wax works, shops, and restaurants. Excellent walking can be enjoyed locally, with the Weavers Way running through the town and providing great opportunities to explore on foot or by cycle. Beach 4.5 miles. Supermarket, shops, pub, and restaurants under 1 mile.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
