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.
North Walsham, EnglandJust 300 yards from the beach, this Victorian mid-terrace cottage is ideally located for families. The enclosed courtyard has direct access to Gold Park, with its crazy golf, toddlers swing park, basketball and tennis court, a skateboard park and acres of grass to have fun. A few yards from the park is the sandy beach, and dog friendly beaches can be found just a 10-minute walk away. Mundesley is a traditional seaside village, with shops, café, post office and a village pub, all within walking distance. There is also a golf course in the village, as well as a network of quiet lanes and foot trails, offering good walking and cycling opportunities. The popular seaside town of Cromer, 7 miles, offers plenty of fun for all age groups, with its famous pier, promenade, wide beach and town centre with many shops, cafés, restaurant and pubs. The market town of North Walsham is 5 miles away, where fishing is possible (with licence), and Wroxham, capital of the Norfolk Broads, is 12 miles, with daily boat hire, river trips, riverside cafés, restaurants, pubs and shops. Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 300 yards.£62From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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North Walsham, EnglandThis detached, single-storey barn conversion is nestled in undulating Norfolk farmland. The large windows and open plan design provides a bright living space with a fantastic picture frame for watching the sun rise and Norfolk’s big sky. A blend of traditional with modern style makes Elmtree Barn a dream respite. Surrounded by quiet lanes, local walks and bridle paths, so do remember to pack your walking boots! Jam-packed with charm, this barn has been delightfully furnished and equipped to provide guests with a warm welcome regardless of the time of year. The property boasts an open-plan living room, a contemporary styled and well-equipped kitchen, and being all on one level, it makes it ideal for guests that would rather avoid stairs. Nestled in the owner’s grounds, with six wide and sweeping steps leading to front door or just 2 steps to the rear door (accessed over a slightly uneven grassed area), the barn has an unfenced, wrap-around garden laid to lawn, and a gravelled patio area to the front.
This is the perfect location from which to explore both the Norfolk Broads and the Norfolk coast, just a 30-minute drive. The seaside resorts of Cromer and Sheringham offer wide sandy beaches and a host of attractions. Cromer boasts a pier, a carnival week in August and, weather-permitting, a spectacular New Year’s Day celebration complete with fireworks. Sheringham is home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway, Splash Leisure and Fitness Centre, and Sheringham Park. Numerous bird sanctuaries, salt marshes and wildlife centres punctuate the region, and popular RSPB nature and bird reserves can be found around Cley-next-the-Sea, Blakeney and Morston. Head to the seaside village of Mundesley, 8 miles, for its superb sandy beach and charming village centre.
Wroxham, known as the ‘capital of the Norfolk Broads’, provides daily boat hire, river trips, shops, waterside cafés and restaurants, making it an ideal starting point to explore The Broads. Visit the market town of North Walsham, 4 miles, for its farmers’ market, shops, cafés, restaurants and supermarket and wild swimming at Ebridge Mill. Sprowston Hall, for leisure and golf course, is 12 miles. River fishing (licence required), 4 miles. A day trip to Norwich, 14 miles, is a must during your stay, with its fantastic castle museum, cathedral, two excellent shopping centres, market square, theatre, numerous art galleries and plenty of cafés, pubs and restaurants. Places of historical interest and stately homes can be found within easy driving distance, including Blickling Hall, which boasts open-air concerts and events during the summer season. Appealing to children is Banham Zoo, Wroxham Barns and Craft Centre, Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade and West Runton Shire Horse Centre. Beach 8 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£92From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
North Walsham, EnglandTo enter Dell Cottage, you first have to walk through the wonderful garden, which has been created with loving care by the owners. This wonderful, cosy property, with it’s arch windows and quirky features, has been thoughtfully furnished and boasts a large conservatory overlooking the beautiful garden, and it’s just 100 yards away from the local beach. With some retaining features dating back to the early 1300’s, Dell Cottage was once the village school, but is now a hidden treasure right in the heart of the picturesque coastal village of Mundesley. Although just a quaint village, Mundesley has many of the facilities of a small town, and with the beach literally on your doorstep, you may be tempted to park up and stay put.
Those who do wish to venture further afield will find a string of pretty towns and villages lining the coast, with picturesque quays, marshes, sand/shingle beaches and sand dunes. The town of Wroxham is also close by, and is known as the gateway to the Norfolk Broads. With great walks, cycling routes, National Trust properties, stately homes and wildlife sites galore, you will soon see why this area remains such a popular destination for families and couples alike. Beach 100 yards. Shop ½ mile, pub 50 yards, restaurant 15 yards.£95From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
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.£82From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Winterton-on-Sea, EnglandNestled within the Norfolk Broads, Filby village stands as a beacon of natural beauty and has earned prestigious accolades, including the National Broads Village Award and recognition in Britain in Bloom competitions. At the heart of Filby lies its tranquil jewel, Filby Broad, a serene expanse of water that reflects the surrounding lush greenery. The broad serves as a focal point for recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and birdwatching. Despite its idyllic rural setting, it boasts convenient proximity to the coast, with the seaside just 10 minutes’ drive. This close connection to the shoreline allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds – the tranquil waters of the Broads and the invigorating coastal air.
Suitable for the whole family, young and old alike, thoughtfully presented to ensure your stay is relaxing and enjoyable. Being an upside-down design; on ground floor, the living room with comfy large sofas and large projector screen, perfect for movie nights. Upstairs offer open plan living with a cosy snug area, well-equipped kitchen/dining room, bathroom and two bedrooms, a kingsize bedroom and further bedroom with adult sized double bunk beds. The private sunny enclosed garden is the perfect spot for relaxing, and dining al fresco, or a lovely glass of something cold and refreshing. Set back at end of drive, standing within the owner’s grounds, yet commands its own privacy and space.
Excellent sandy beaches backed by dunes at Caister on Sea, Scratby, Hemsby, and Winterton on Sea. The livelier seaside town of Great Yarmouth offers a fun fair, amusements and more. Wroxham, capital of the Broads National Park, is just 12 miles away and offers daily boat hire, river trips and riverside shops and cafés. The market town of Acle is 5 miles away and is great for supermarket, shops, café, vets, pub and train station. The city of Norwich is just 18 miles away and is excellent for shopping offering two indoor shopping malls, market square, theatre, restaurants, cafés, pubs, galleries, cinema complex, cathedral, and castle museum. Beach 4 miles. Shop 300 yards. Pubs and restaurants 1 mile.£95From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Yaxham, 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 Coach House is the detached former coach house to the former rectory. Situated in its own grounds, it has achieved a silver award in Green Tourism. The property enjoys an attractive and secluded setting approached by a private road and drive adjacent to the parish church of St Peters. It offers a warm welcome at any time of the year and 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 Lodge (ref UKC2241) to accommodate up to 7 guests.£56From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandThis stylish, traditional cottage is sitting pretty within the coastal Norfolk town of Heacham. Lavender Cottage is packed with original features but offers all the modern comforts needed for a great holiday. With bags of charm throughout, you are sure to fall for this pretty little slice of Norfolk heaven. It has been furnished and decorated with care to create spaces you want to be in and offers a relaxing retreat from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Boasting three bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which has a feature freestanding bath with shower over just perfect for soaking in after a great day exploring the area or a revitalizing morning shower, the choice is yours. It offers low key luxury to those looking for something with personality for their break. There is a cosy wood burner for those cooler evenings in the lovely living room and a sunny courtyard to relax in, this really is the perfect choice year-round for your hard-earned holiday. The kitchen has everything you need to enable the chef to show off their culinary skills if you wish to do so, if not, then you will be delighted to find that the whole area is simply packed with great eateries, catering to all types of tastes and pockets.
Lavender Cottage is in the perfect location for lots of reasons, one being the stunning coast that can be found in this part of Norfolk including wide sandy beaches, rolling grassy dunes, stripey cliffs, salt and clay marshes, creeks, harbours and quays. It is also packed with history with the Old Hanseatic Quarter of Kings Lynn, Peckover House, Castle Rising, Castle Acre and the Sandringham, Houghton and Holkham Estates all within easy reach. Add in attractions such as a Sealife Centre, Norfolk Lavender, Guided Boat trips and so much more and you’ll soon be booking to come back again, just to fit it all in or repeat your happiest memories. And when you do, you are sure to return to lovely Lavender Cottage, where you will doubtlessly have left a piece of your heart. Beach 1 mile.£114From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Cromer, EnglandAs you drive to reach destination, look around to admire the wonderful sea views. Situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nestled alongside the picturesque coast of North Norfolk, this opulent open-plan holiday home is a masterpiece of elegance. The local area includes wonderful sandy beaches, ideal for exploring Norfolk’s beautiful coastline, the famous Norfolk Broads National Park and access onto the Coastal Path.
Brand new (2024) boasting a single level design that seamlessly blends modern luxury with the tranquillity of its natural surroundings. The gable walls adorn glass panels that stretch up to the vaulted ceilings flooding the rooms with natural light, creating a bright and airy ambiance that enhances the sense of spaciousness.
As you step inside, you are greeted by a lavish open-plan layout, effortlessly combining the living spaces, and the vaulted ceilings add that touch of grandeur. Another focal point of this exquisite residence is undoubtedly the hot tub. Whether you’re relaxing after a long day or enjoying a soothing soak under the stars, the hot tub offers a private oasis. The pleasures of outdoor living further extend to a lawned garden, and large patio, ideal for al fresco dining and BBQ’s. The garden is fully enclosed making it a safe space for all to enjoy. The property is fully equipped to enjoy dining at home, but on choosing to dine out, there are plenty of eateries and restaurant opportunities to enjoy locally.
Sandy beaches at Overstrand, Trimingham and Mundesley. A short drive is the seaside town of Cromer, which is brimming with attractions including the Amazona Zoo, the RNLI Henry Blogg Museum, the Cromer Pier with Pavilion Theatre, and beach. You are enveloped by a wealth of walking and cycling opportunities, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, also offering the chance to birdwatch and seal spot from the shoreline. Wroxham, 17 miles, capital of the Norfolk Broads National Park, hire a day launch or join a cruise to enjoy these magnificent waterways.
More great day out for younger families are BeWILDerwood at Horning, Roar Dinosaur Park at Lenwade with both indoor and outdoor activities. Avid gardeners should visit The Old Vicarage Gardens at East Runton, also with tearoom, and the Sheringham National Trust Park. Other National Trust properties including Felbrigg and Blickling Halls, ideal for lovers of history. The Royal Cromer and Mundesley golf courses will not disappoint golfing enthusiasts. City of Norwich 22 miles, for excellent shopping, having two indoor shopping malls, market square, theatre, cinema complexes, castle museum, cathedral, cafés, restaurants and pubs. Beach 1 mile.£128From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Dereham, EnglandWelcome to peaceful and serene surroundings offering a tranquil escape from the bustling day to day life. Aptly named ’Middle of Nowhere’, this is where you can simply relax and enjoy the tranquillity. Here you will find a unique cluster of luxurious holiday homes benefitting from their own private garden with comfortable garden furniture. The properties have been designed with comfort and relaxation in mind with high quality furnishings, comfy sofas, well-equipped kitchens with high end appliances, elegant counter tops and stylish cabinetry. The open plan living seamlessly integrates the living room, dining area and kitchen, providing a spacious and inviting atmosphere, perfect for entertaining guests or spending quality time with loved ones. Luxurious bathrooms are offered throughout, including walk-in showers, freestanding soak bathtub, elegant tiling and ample storage space for towels and toiletries.
You are never too far from anywhere with excellent walks and cycling opportunities on doorstep. Whitwell and Reepham Railway station nestled alongside The Marriott’s Way, an excellent place for walking and cycling along miles of original track-bed (now known as Marriott’s Way after an engineer who built the line). The railway station, now restored to its former glory, also has a café for a cuppa and slice of cake. Explore the museum and station, and then relax with a refreshing drink in the pretty gardens. At weekends, ride up and down the tracks on one of the trains.
For golfers, the Royal Norwich Golf Course is 6 minutes’ drive with an 18-hole course and a 6-hole academy course. Facilities include short game area, practice bunkers, extensive practice putting green and range facilities. The on-site restaurant, bar and eatery offers breakfast through to fine dining opportunities.
Three delights of Norfolk all 30 minutes’ drive are the stunning north Norfolk coastline, famous Norfolk Broads National Park and the fine city of Norwich. Visit popular coastal towns such as Cromer, Wells-next-the-Sea or Sheringham. Take a leisurely stroll along the beach, indulge in fresh seafood, or enjoy traditional seaside amusements.
The Norfolk Broads is a popular destination for boating and birdwatching. Tuition, guided tours, paddle boards and canoeing are available. Hire a day boat or jump on board a river excursion to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Norwich is a must for any shopaholic with two indoor shopping malls and the market square, perfect for fresh sea food, fruit and vegetables. Norwich theatre hosts live performances, then there’s the medieval cathedral with stunning architecture and serene atmosphere. The castle museum is also well worth a visit. Bugz UK and Roarr Dinosaur Park are also nearby.
There are many eateries including fine dining to takeaway, real ale pubs, wine bars and gin palace. Reepham is only 3 miles for café, shop and eateries. Visit the Blickling Estate, a magnificent Jacobean mansion with stunning parklands. The estate hosts live events and exhibitions throughout the year. Wroxham Barns is a family-friendly attraction with craft shops, a mini-golf course and children’s play area. Enjoy browsing unique gifts, watch craftsmen at work and small animal petting farm. Pensthorpe Natural Park is a nature reserve and wildlife haven with nature trails and diverse bird species.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Wroxham, EnglandA wonderful single level barn set in rural Norfolk boasting its big open skies, yet an easy drive of the Coast and National Park Norfolk Broads.
The barn has shared use to the games room with entertainment area and an indoor heated swimming pool, available for hourly pre booking allowing your very own private use. The games room will delight, having table tennis, ice hockey, pool table and comfy sofa area with TV and large selection of DVD’s. Tastefully styled to provide contemporary, comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, perfect for all year-round bookings. Being single level and having no stairs makes it an ideal choice for guests wanting to avoid. To the front is a private enclosed courtyard seating area, perfect relaxing, and enjoying alfresco eating.
Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, is just 11 minutes’ drive, a perfect base to explore the 125 miles of navigable waterways, daily boat hire, river trips, canoes and kayaks area available to hire. Good selection of shops, waterside cafés and restaurants.Wroxham Barns is just a few minutes’ drive with craft barns, boutique and shops, restaurants, play park and petting farm, which the younger children adore! Seaside resort of Sea Palling has excellent sandy beach backed by sand dunes, restaurant, small arcade and café, 18 minutes’ drive. Bygone museums, craft centres, National Trust parks and homes of Blickling and Felbrigg Halls are all within an easy drive. City of Norwich, 13 miles, has a magnificent cathedral, castle museum, art galleries, cinemas, theatre, cafés, fine restaurants and excellent shopping. Blakeney Quay and Morston Harbour located further along the north Norfolk coast offer seal watching boat trips and pubs and restaurants serving superb locally caught seafood.
Fishing is available (in season with licence) Sea Palling, Cromer and Sheringham beaches are great for sea fishing and alongside the River Bure for river fishing. Many fishing lakes within surrounding area. Great golf courses are within an easy drive. Sheringham cliff top, Sprowston, Barnham Broom and Bawburgh will certainly delight any keen golfer. Sandy beach 8.5 miles. Pub serving food 1.5 miles. Shops, supermarket 5 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 11 guests.£120From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
