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.
Brundall, EnglandBe greeted on arrival by a pretty tree lined driveway leading to Paddock End, in its own private grounds, surrounded by glorious views across the countryside. A perfect place to relax and spend quality time together, this cosy yet luxurious couples retreat, offers a private and secluded setting. All on one level, this delightful detached bungalow has been thoughtfully prepared and newly renovated for your comfort and indulgence. It offers a well-equipped kitchen, including wine fridge and separate utility room. A stylish separate living/dining room offering comfortable seating and a feature electric fireplace, for those cosy evenings in whilst admiring views across the horse paddock. The luxurious en-suite bedroom provides an antique style kingsize bed and modern walk-in shower. Escape from the world in this peaceful spot, offering a large, enclosed, dog friendly garden with unspoilt views over the open fields and bicycle storage on request. Submerge yourself in the glorious private bubbly, hot tub whilst admiring the countryside by day or the stars by night for ultimate relaxation whatever the weather.
Perfect for couples, nature lovers, cyclists and ramblers. Situated in the pretty village of Witton, just outside the fine city of Norwich, a desirable all year-round holiday destination. You’ll find plenty to explore within easy access of Paddock End, just a 15-minute drive to Wroxham, known as the heart and hub of the Norfolk Broads National Park, where you can hire a boat and have a romantic, leisurely cruise along over 125 miles of lock free waterways, set in idyllic countryside with charming, picturesque villages as well as waterside pubs, to discover.
Just a 25 minutes’ drive to the coast to the popular tourist seaside town of Great Yarmouth. This family destination offers a traditional coastal town experience with sandy beaches, eateries, amusement arcades and funfair. If you prefer a more secluded spot, to admire the coastline, head to Sea Palling with its blue flag beach, in a quiet village with views of unspoilt natural beauty, sand dunes and some dog friendly areas too.
Shoppers will love the medieval City of Norwich, which is easily accessible by public transport or just a 10-minute drive. Offering an abundance of independent shops, nestled along famous brands, perfectly placed in the fine architecture, where modern meets historic. A city for foodies, you’ll find everything from tasty street food to fine dining and cocktail bars, with a perfect spot for a table for two.
For those opting to stay close by and relax, there is a community shop and café within 1-mile and a pub serving food within 2 miles. Within a short drive you’ll find a wonderful farm shop with delicious local produce and delicatessen. Beach 19 miles, pub 2 miles and shop 1 mile.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Horning, EnglandThis lovely barn conversion is tucked away down a country lane, in the heart of Broadland, enjoying glorious views across open fields. Summer House Stables offers spacious and a thoughtfully furnished interior, as well as a large enclosed garden, complete with a hot tub. The farm is set on a SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) and marsh harriers, bearded tits, swallow tail butterflies and bittens can be seen. The village of Catfield is located just 1⅓ miles away, and offers a local shop and pub. Set amongst a gentle and tranquil rural landscape, dotted with ancient churches, wind pumps and nature reserves, this area of Norfolk offers a wealth of opportunity to enjoy walking, cycling and bird watching. Nearby, How Hill Nature Reserve with its marshes, meadows, woodland and open water, is well worth exploring. Riverside pubs and cafés are plentiful and a number of Broadland centres offer bike and canoe hire - possibly the most delightful way to discover the lovely reed lined waterways and their abundant wildlife. Visitors can also hire boats at nearby Potter Heigham just 3 miles away, or take a cruise from bustling Wroxham, the capital of the Broads. Close by, BeWILDerwood, a magical tree top park, promises children a day to remember, and lovely dune backed sandy beaches are a short drive in Sea Palling.
For lively family fun, visitors need look no further than Great Yarmouth with Pleasurewood Hills theme park, whilst Cromer also offers traditional seaside entertainment including a renowned end of pier show. Bygone museums, craft centres and National Trust Blickling Hall are all within an easy drive, as is the medieval city of Norwich, with its magnificent cathedral, castle, galleries, museums, cinemas, theatres and excellent shopping. A little further afield on the north Norfolk coast, seal watching boat trips can be found at picturesque fishing villages, many of which also boast pubs and restaurants serving superb, locally caught seafood. The pretty village of Ludham, just 2 miles away, boasts two pubs and a good range of shops. Beach 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1¾ miles.£141From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dereham, EnglandThis holiday property is set within the grounds of Yaxham House, the owner’s home, the Georgian Grade II listed former rectory that served the parish of Yaxham. The Old Rectory Lodge is a wing of the former rectory. The property has been furnished in a contemporary style and decorated to create a light and airy feel that complements the character of the former rectory, and is perfect for a quiet romantic getaway. It enjoys an attractive and secluded setting approached by a private road and drive adjacent to the parish church of St Peters. Offering a warm welcome at any time of the year, it is a perfect base for exploring all that the area has to offer.
The Mid Norfolk Railway (MNR) is ½ mile away with trips available from Yaxham to Wymondham Abbey and Dereham. Dereham, 2 miles, offers an indoor swimming pool, cinema, bowling, shops, supermarkets and a market on Tuesdays and Fridays. The property lies within an hour’s drive of the coast, with excellent sandy beaches and RSPB nature and bird reserves. The Norfolk Broads, the Brecks (and its stone curlews), Peddars Way, Norfolk Coastal Path and many National Trust properties are also easily accessible.
The village is at the centre of a network of footpaths and there is a children’s play area and recreation ground close to the church. From the nearby bus stop, regular bus services go to Dereham and Norwich. Restaurant/takeaway and café/Bistro ½ mile.
Can be booked with The Old Rectory Coach House (ref CTX) to accommodate up to 7 guests.£49From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Diss, EnglandBuilt and designed by Sir Robert Baldock, a member of the Kings Council, this lovely detached property still has many original features including beamed walls and ceilings. Renovated to a very high standard by the current owners, it has been stylishly decorated and furnished to provide beautiful and relaxing accommodation for discerning guests. The property benefits from underfloor heating with hard floors throughout and a woodburner in the living area and has its own large garden area with a courtyard hot tub and outdoor furniture.
It enjoys the perfect position to explore the area, and close by lies the bustling market town of Wymondham, which offers lots of great places where you can eat and shop, along with an indoor swimming pool and leisure centre. It’s worth taking the time to visit picturesque Wymondham Abbey, a magnificent Norman church established in 1107 as part of a monastic foundation. You can be in the medieval city of Norwich in 20 minutes. Here you will find the finest standing example of a Norman castle in the whole of the UK along with a magnificent Norman cathedral, numerous museums, theatres, art galleries and a full range of leisure activities. The city boasts numerous lanes and alleys full of quirky shops as well as two indoor malls, numerous cafés and fine dining restaurants. The surrounding countryside provides endless opportunities for cycling and walking, for a change of pace, head to Thetford Forest and High Lodge, a recreational site with walks and cycle routes along with more challenging mountain bike trails, and Go Ape treetop adventures. In just 30 minutes you can also be at Wroxham, the gateway to the Norfolk Broads, where you can charter a day boat or join an organised tour. The North Norfolk coast can be reached with a 40 minute drive, or you can explore the east coast at picturesque Winterton, where you can see grey seals in their natural environment and Great Yarmouth, where you will discover all the fun of fair and glorious beaches. Head south to Southwold with its Victorian pier, or even a spot of crabbing at Walberswick, all under 30 miles from the Coach House. Add in several National Trust properties, excellent museums and birdwatching activities, zoos, golf, fishing, salt, fresh and game, and you will soon see why this part of Norfolk is so popular with guests who return year after year, and you will be sure to return to The Old Hall Coach House too. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£126From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Fakenham, EnglandOffering a welcoming holiday retreat for large families and groups, these four beautiful barn conversions, three of which are adjoining (CUL, CWL and UKC3286), and one detached property (UK11053), are full of charm and character with exposed beams, character flooring and equipped to offer all modern day comforts. Boasting a comfortable, open-plan living space with a wood burner and well-equipped kitchen, each barn has its own enclosed, walled, lawned garden with seating. There is a function hall on-site (with conference and catering facilities for up to 250 guests) which may be available for use by prior arrangement with the owner.
Neighbouring the owner’s farm, Piggyback Barns are situated in the peaceful village of Sculthorpe, just 8 miles from the Norfolk coastline with its wealth of sandy beaches, and RSPB bird and nature reserves. Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the doorstep and fishing is nearby.
Fakenham, 2 miles, offers good shops, restaurants, inns, a bowling alley, cinema and golf course. Bustling Burnham Market with village shops, inns and restaurants, is 7 miles away. Wells-next-the-Sea, 8 miles, offers an excellent sandy beach with colourful beach huts, a small shopping town centre with many inns and restaurants, and a picturesque fishing harbour - popular for fresh shell fish. Further along the coast is Brancaster for an uncrowded sandy beach and golf course. Brancaster Staithe provides a popular venue for sailing and boating enthusiasts.
The traditional seaside towns of Heacham and Hunstanton offer an array of activities for all ages. Many places of historical interest and stately homes are within the surrounding area. 20 minutes’ drive away is the historical town of Kings Lynn for shopping, market place, restaurants, inns and theatre, and also Norwich city for excellent shopping, castle museum, cathedral, theatre, market place, restaurants and inns. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 34 guests.£223From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fakenham, EnglandFamilies return year after year to Moor Farm Stable Cottages and it is so easy to see why. Boasting lovely on-site fishing lakes and a children’s play area, Moor Farm Stable Cottages offers something for everyone. Located on their working beef farm, the owners have worked hard to make sure these terraced barns have a traditional farmhouse feel, which is in keeping with the site, and all are well equipped to provide a great base for your holiday.
Those seeking ground floor accommodation will enjoy the Stable Cottages (refs UKC3741, UKC3742, UKC3743, UKC3744, UKC3745 and UKC3746). Stable Cottage 8 (ref UKC3747) is also arranged on one floor but there is a flight of stairs to take you up to it. Littlewoods Barn (ref UKC3737) and Baileys Barn (ref UKC3738) are also both single storey and enjoy a quiet position that is just a five-minute walk from the farm and all its great facilities. The Old Workshop (ref UKC3740) is on-site and offers light and airy accommodation for up to eight guests, and Dairy Cottage (ref UKC3735) and Pond Cottage (ref UKC3736) both boast a range ideal for cooking delicious meals. Dating back over 300 years, Moor Farm Cottage (ref UKC3734) has a lovely open fire to relax around, and Church Farm Barn (ref UKC3739) offers a cosy wood burner.
Keen fisherman will enjoy the on-site lakes and ponds, and fishing is included in your stay so there are no supplements to pay; also included is access to the children’s play area so you really won’t have to venture too far to have a great holiday. If you can tear yourself away, you will find yourself in Wells-next-the-Sea in just under half an hour. Here there is a lovely mix of artisan and traditional seaside shops, restaurants, cafés, pubs and amusements. There is also a narrow gauge railway that takes you to the gorgeous wide, sandy beach and a much photographed quay. Equidistant is the bustling coastal market town of Sheringham, with Sheringham Park, North Norfolk Railway and two museums. Head along the coast and visit Cromer with its famous Edwardian seafront and pier. Travel east or west along this stunning coastline and you will find a chain of pretty seaside towns and villages offering marshes, beaches and quays. Make time for a trip to the medieval city of Norwich, with its splendid Norman castle, museums and guided ghost walks. Go shopping in the Norwich Lanes, alleyways of colourful independent shops, and then enjoy a meal, perhaps before taking in a show at one of the theatres. Norwich is just a 30-minute drive but there are also very good park and ride links. Beach 20½ miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 74 guests.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brundall, EnglandThe Cowshed is a thatched, single-storey, detached barn conversion located in the rural Norfolk countryside. It lies just outside the village of Blofield, which is an ideal location for exploring the Norfolk Broads. Wroxham, the ’capital of the Broads’, is just 4 miles away. There are riverside cafes and inns, lots of boating activity and daily boat hire is available, enabling you to explore the Broads and see all the pretty villages and wildlife. There are a number of places to visit including Strumpshaw Fen RSPB Reserve, a delight for walkers and nature lovers, Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden, a number of National Trust properties and 3 heritage railways - North Norfolk Railway, Mid-Norfolk Railway and the Bure Valley Railway. Alternatively, spend a day in the fine city of Norwich, with its cathedrals, castle, museums, theatres and fine array of cafes and shops. Walking, birdwatching and cycling are available locally. Coarse fishing is available just ½ mile from the property (in season, licence required). Beach 15 miles. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£57From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ingham, England- Original 220 year old Norfolk cottage
- Inglenook fireplace with wood burner
- Centrally placed in a small hamlet 2.5miles from three beaches
- 3 miles from Stalham
- Nearby Pubs
- Downstairs bedroom & bathroom
- Fully enclosed garden
- Plenty of seating inside and out
- Surrounded by countryside walks straight from the door
- Dog throws, balls, leads, bowls, beds, crates
£156From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
North Walsham, EnglandWith ground floor accommodation throughout and little touches like the Egyptian bed linen and towels, and a welcome tray with local produce, a warm welcome awaits at The Tack Room. This property has been lovingly furnished and decorated with high end touches throughout, to ensure that you have a lovely holiday.
Offering a stylish country and coastal break for those looking for tranquil surroundings with views across the stunning Norfolk countryside, while still benefitting from local shops, cafés and pubs close by, this charming property is set within the owner’s land and is perfectly placed for beach lovers and Broads enthusiasts alike. With inspiring walks along the Paston Way from the adjacent meadow, where a whole habitat of wildlife can be found, including deer, hares, badgers and birds. Also very close by lies the stunning Mundesley beach. Here you will find some glorious sandy beaches which offer great sun-bathing and winter walking opportunities.
Venture a little further however and you can explore the bustling seaside town of Cromer, with its numerous seaside attractions and great places to eat, drink and shop. Take a walk along the Edwardian seafront and explore the pier, which is perfect for a coffee and the opportunity to savour some famous Cromer Crab. It also boasts the last seasonal end of pier show of its kind, a must for a truly rounded seaside experience. Head west to Blakeney for a spot of crabbing or east and discover all the fun of the fair and heaps more on Great Yarmouth’s Golden Mile. In fact, coast lovers will be spoilt for choice with a range of coastal habitats ready to be explored including sand dunes, salt marshes and wide sand or shingle beaches. Head inland a little and visit Wroxham, the gateway to the Norfolk Broads. Here you can charter your own boat for the day or join a tour that drifts along these much-celebrated waterways. You can even take a nostalgic journey by steam train on the Bure Valley Railway enjoying the scenic countryside as you travel to the popular market town of Aylsham.
For a change of pace, head to the historic city of Norwich, either by car or from nearby Gunton Train Station. There is so much to explore in this fine city which is a regular on City Break Hotlists. Try a tour around the Norman castle or one of the numerous museums, galleries or theatres and then do a bit of shopping on the award-winning market or in the medieval courtyards and renowned Norwich Lanes. Add in the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections, The Felbrigg, Blickling, Holkham and Sandringham Estates, Amazonia Zoo, Bewilderwood, Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, RSPB Cley Marshes, Sheringham Park, North Norfolk Railway and so very much more and you will soon see why guests flock to this area time and time again. Then you get to return to The Tack Room and sit on the lovely, decked area and gaze across the fields as the sun sets, sure of a great night’s sleep. Lucky you! Beach 1 mile.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandAs you wind your way past the large stone gates and down to The Barn you will feel all your every-day worries evaporating. And once inside, you will truly feel it. You’ve found that getaway you have been looking for and you are on holiday. It is really hard to sum up just how special The Barn is as you really need to be in to just ‘get it’ as even the photos don’t really do it justice.
The high ceilings make for a light and airy feel and the views from the feature windows are really quite unique. This gorgeous property boasts an enclosed garden, which is accessed from the front walkway and a glorious open fire, making this the perfect choice whatever the time of year you are planning to visit.
Stylishly decorated and furnished throughout, you are sure to fall in love with this barn, just as its new owners did when they first viewed it. They have poured this love in all they have done to bring this rather special property to life. You will find quirky features and pieces to admire throughout, making sure that the interior is as gorgeous as the location, no mean feat as the setting really is very special. This is a great place to come and relax, unwind and escape the stresses of every-day life. It is somewhere to read that book you have been meaning to get to, to log in to your Netflix account and snuggle up in front of a roaring fire and just chill out. It is a place to breathe and to just ‘be.’
But don’t be fooled as this is also a great base from which to explore what many agree is one of the prettiest areas in Norfolk. With beach habitats galore virtually on your doorstep, you will discover rolling sand dunes, wide sandy beaches, salt and clay marshes and picturesque quays, all begging for that all important insta-shot. Families should head to nearby Hunstanton with its lovely sandy beach and stripey cliffs. It is packed with traditional seaside attractions including a Sealife Centre and from here you can take seasonal boat trips out to sea. Wildlife and nature enthusiasts will enjoy their time at RSPB Snettisham Marshes and a trip to Wells-next-the-Sea to watch the pretty little boats bobbing on the quay, while enjoying fish and chips and a lung full of sea air is an absolute must. History buffs really will be spoilt for choice with the Sandringham, Holkham and Houghton Estates along with Peckover House all within easy reach. In fact, there is so much to do here you will be spoilt for choice. Having worked up an appetite, you will be delighted to find that there are lots of great places to eat and drink too, many of which serve fresh local and seasonal produce.
Then after a busy day, you get to return to the Barn to plan your next adventure, sure of a great night’s sleep. Just fabulous!£106From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
