Dog-Friendly Cottages
Explore our collection of fabulous dog-friendly cottages, featuring secluded country hideaways, luxury cottages on estates, beautiful beach houses, farmhouses, cosy lodges, quirky shepherd's huts, and larger properties for family or group gatherings. Find your next holiday cottage with PetsPyjamas, perfect for dog-friendly short breaks or longer holidays with your four-legged friend.
Thornton Steward, England
5.00Welcome to Myton House, a charming holiday retreat nestled in the heart of Thornton Steward, Yorkshire. This idyllic village, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Yorkshire Dales, offers a tranquil escape for those seeking a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
Thornton Steward, with its timeless charm and picturesque landscapes, provides an array of activities to suit every taste. Nature enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise, with the village serving as a gateway to the stunning Dales. Embark on invigorating hikes along the scenic trails, breathing in the crisp, fresh air as you discover hidden gems and panoramic vistas.
For a more leisurely experience, explore the village’s winding lanes and discover its rich history. Thornton Steward boasts a wealth of historic architecture, including the magnificent St. Oswald’s Church, where echoes of the past resonate through its ancient stones. Take a leisurely stroll through the village, marvelling at the quaint cottages and charming gardens that give Thornton Steward its timeless allure.
Food enthusiasts will delight in the local culinary offerings. Immerse yourself in the warmth of traditional Yorkshire hospitality by sampling regional delicacies at the local pubs and tearooms. Indulge in hearty meals made from locally sourced ingredients, a true taste of the countryside. Should you seek a bit of retail therapy, explore the nearby market towns, each with its own unique character. From boutique shops to antique stores, you’re sure to find treasures that capture the essence of Yorkshire craftsmanship.
Myton House in Thornton Steward is not just a holiday let; it’s a gateway to an enchanting world of natural beauty, historical charm, and culinary delights. Whether you crave the tranquillity of nature walks, the allure of historic architecture, or the warmth of local hospitality, Myton House invites you to create lasting memories in this quintessentially Yorkshire village.£78From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Wooler, EnglandWith breath-taking views from the arch windows and fabulous attention to detail throughout, this truly is a wonderful countryside retreat for families, friends, or couples to enjoy some relaxation together, spending time within an area of tranquillity but close enough to all amenities. Haybale Barn is set on a small new development of converted farm buildings and has plenty of cosy seating, high open beamed ceilings, and a large dining table to gather after cooking in the well-equipped kitchen. Downstairs you will find two double bedrooms with outstanding views, one of which has an en-suite walk-in shower room. Head upstairs where there are a further two well-presented bedrooms, comprising of a king size bedroom with another en-suite walk-in shower room, and a triple bedroom, each promising a delightful space to wake up to each morning. Upstairs is the main family bathroom with a modern bath and overhead rain shower. Head outside to the garden with outstanding uninterrupted views over the Cheviot Hills, a truly idyllic sun trap. Enjoy some al-fresco dining whilst watching the sunset – a view you will never forget!
Head into Chatton: a gorgeous country village nestled in the pretty Northumbrian Valley, bordered by the Cheviots. The local hotel and restaurant serving excellent food, a well-stocked village store and Chatton art gallery compliment the quaint village atmosphere. Keen walkers are sure to be impressed by St Cuthberts Way, a 100-kilometre long-distance trail between the Scottish Borders town of Melrose and Lindisfarne off the coast of Northumberland, named after a 7th-century saint. The nearby town of Wooler is set along the last leg of the journey, so you needn’t traverse the full length. Wooler itself is just under 4 miles away and features a good range of shops, pubs, restaurants, and facilities. If you fancy something exciting, why not visit Chillingham Castle, only a short drive away, and book onto one of their ghost tours! Why not try something a little different? Discover your inner country-self and try clay pigeon shooting at Fowberry Moor Farm in Wooler, where they also offer wine tasting!
A 20-minute drive brings you to the popular village of Bamburgh a stunningly attractive small village set on the northern stretch of the Northumberland Coast. It is without doubt dominated by its magnificently striking castle that can be seen for miles around. Why not hit the waves yourself with a trip to the Farne Islands? Take a boat trip from Seahouses and see the Medieval Pele Tower and Victorian Lighthouse, as well as the famous seabird colony. Depending on the time of year, you might catch a glimpse of the friendly seals and puffins that visit the islands’ shores. Golfers flock to Bamburgh, where the Bamburgh Castle Golf Club offers a particularly picturesque round. It’s short but tough and boasts some of the best views in the country! Haybale Barn is an ideal base for exploring the moors and coastline in this diverse friendly county where you will be sure of a really warm Northumbrian welcome. Beach 9¾ miles.£145From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shrewsbury, EnglandDiscover Old Church Farm, a truly wonderful country home in the rural village of Hinstock, set in north Shropshire. This incredible property has that all important wow factor that sets your holiday apart from all others. Sleeping up to ten guests, escape the trappings of fast paced day-to-day life with your loved ones in tow and enjoy a relaxing break in the beautiful countryside between the market towns of Newport and Market Drayton. The amazing living spaces are perfect for relaxing in with your loved ones. These incredible rooms have character with big, exposed beams as well as plenty of natural light. Gather around the log-burner in the spacious living room with your friends and family, staying nice and toasty all year round. When the weather’s warm open the glass bi-fold doors from the kitchen and let that fresh air in! The five bedrooms are lovely and comfy and offer you and your group a lovely night’s sleep. There’s a master kingsize bedroom with en-suite facilities, as well as three further double rooms. There is then one room with a single day bed which can extend into a further single bed - which is great for children. The family bathroom has a luxurious roll top bath with a traditional shower attachment.
On summer days, when the weather is good, you’ll want to soak up the sunshine and sit and enjoy the large garden or hop into the hot tub for a relaxing soak. There’s a pizza oven and a gas barbecue to enjoy some al fresco dining, as well as the pretty lawned area where the children can play.
Take a walk around the village where you will find a small but well stocked village shop with a post office, a friendly community pub and a children’s playground which are only a 7-minute walk away. There are no direct bus routes in or out of the village, however, Newport (approximately 11 minutes’ drive away) and Market Drayton (approximately 11 minutes’ drive away) offer supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants to suit all tastes along with the weekly country market, monthly farmers’ market, canal walks and swimming pools/leisure centres, you have the ideal places to discover on your holiday.
Ironbridge, the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, (approximately 32 minutes’ drive away), has plenty to see and do for all the family. Shrewsbury (approximately 30 minutes’ drive away), where ’A Christmas Carol’ was filmed on location, is full of finds to be discovered by foot or by boat. The River Severn is a must, as is the café culture, the castle and the churches that dominate Shrewsbury’s famous skyline. For the more adventurous travel seekers there are various walks and outdoor activities in Shropshire including Hawkstone Follies, an unforgettable day out for all the family with hidden caves, gullies, secret passages and much more.
To exploring Shropshire’s woodlands and countryside, or just sitting back relaxing and taking in the tranquillity of the house, Old Church Farm promises an idyllic holiday retreat.£180From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Port Isaac, England 3.00This spacious, detached, dog-friendly holiday cottage is set over three floors with three bathrooms, and has a lovely hand-built kitchen with dresser and large dining table. The living room with the woodburner gives way to a games room for the children with a playstation console and various board games. Set in a privileged position in the heart of this fishing village, made famous by the TV series Doc Martin, you are just 200 yards from an array of shops, pubs and restaurants, and the coastal path which passes close to the property. From here you can take in the breathtaking views across the Atlantic Ocean and walk north towards Tintagel, the mythical home of King Arthur, or south towards Polzeath, with its sandy surfing beach. Rock is a 5 mile drive from Post Isaac, where you can enjoy the many watersports on offer. You can walk or cycle along the Camel Trail, a disused railway line that follows the Camel Estuary to the market town of Wadebridge and beyond to Bodmin. You can also take a ferry from Rock to Padstow, where you will find many shops, pubs and restaurants, including Rick Stein’s fish restaurant.This holiday cottage is ideally situated to visit the many attractions that Cornwall has to offer including The Eden Project, a zoo and Blue Reef Aquarium at Newquay, as well as many gardens and NT properties close by. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£182From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Malham, EnglandLancashire and Yorkshire Cottage is a home from home, providing comfortable accommodation for up to nine guests and two dogs in four cosy bedrooms. Create everlasting memories at this countryside getaway in a beautiful location. Ideally situated in the quiet village of Hellifield nestled in Ribblesdale in the Yorkshire Dales between the well-known market towns of Skipton and Settle.
Built by the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway Company in the 1870s, it is within walking distance (0.5 miles) of Hellifield station on the Carlisle-Settle-Skipton-Leeds line, making it possible to enjoy days out by rail including walks organised by rail based walking groups. Indeed, some guests have even arrived by train.
On entering the property by an entrance hallway, wander through to find a cosy living room featuring a wood burner and comfortable sofas. Enjoy the warmth of the fire as your favourite show or movie plays out on the TV after a long day exploring the area. A separate kitchen and dining room in the heart of the home provides a great area for hosting. Under the stairs storage is the perfect place for those muddy boots and dog leads. A fully fitted kitchen awaits you providing everything you need to rustle up those home cooked meals. Not fancy cooking? Why not treat yourself at a local restaurant. This is a great area to eat out and personal recommendations from the owners are contained in the guest guide. After dinner, entertain yourselves with some of the many games or jigsaws, or plan the next days walk with the comprehensive set of OS maps and guide books provided. When sleep calls, sink down and rest your head, reset ready for an action-packed day ahead. Choose from four bedrooms across two floors. On the first floor you are greeted by a generous bedroom with a king size bed, another bedroom with a single bed and an additional pull out single bed, and a family bathroom. The second floor comprises two more bedrooms, one with king sized bed with en-suite facilities, and the final family bedroom with a double bed and single bed. Externally, the property benefits from an enclosed yard to the rear.
Hellifield is a small village with a post office, gift shop, pub, small convenience store and a café. Enjoy the best of both worlds being so close to nature. Why not visit the local market towns of Skipton and Settle? As well as being perfectly placed for access to the National Park (Malham Cove is a 6 mile walk from the house), you are only a 7 mile drive away from entering the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where, along with a lot more excellent walking country, Gisburn Forest also contains award winning mountain bike trails. Other nearby attractions include Bolton Abbey and Grassington which doubled for ’Darrowby’ in the latest remake of All Creatures Great and Small. If you want to venture a little further afield, a day trip to the Lake District is possible with all that it has to offer. It is a wonderful escape for keen walkers, nature lovers and cyclists so why not treat your loved ones to a stay that is sure to knock your socks off at Lancashire and Yorkshire Cottage. Pub within a mile.£119From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Diss, EnglandAn ideal venue for extended families and friends wanting to holiday together. Tucked away in peaceful countryside, surrounded by its own large lawn gardens, this period detached farmhouse is ideal for larger families and friends wanting to enjoy time together. Offering oodles of space, packed with character, styled, furnished and equipped with modern day comforts.
Typically, the heart of every home, this spacious kitchen will not disappoint. It is well equipped with range cooker, large island, pantry and USB-charger points. The dining table offers a great place to hang out, and opportunity to dine together. French doors lead to the seating terrace and large lawn gardens. The sitting room boasts a wood burning stove to snuggle up to on the cooler evenings whilst watching the TV. The snug/TV room offers another alternative to hang out. The large mature garden wraps around and is just waiting for you to sit in and enjoy the surrounding countryside. Stairs lead up to first floor with five bedrooms, two of which offer en-suite shower room facilities.
For guests seeking food or drinks away from the home, there are many eateries and local inns within a 15 minutes’ drive. The location is great with an easy road network to explore the wealth of delights that both the Norfolk and Suffolk counties have to offer. Both have wonderful coastlines with plenty of lovely sandy beaches to explore. Southwold is a traditional seaside town with a pier, lighthouse and glorious promenade of colourful beach huts, plus delicious fish and chips and home to the world famous Adnams brewery.
Many RSPB reserves and SSSI sites can be found wrapped around the Norfolk and Suffolk Heritage Coastline. The Norfolk Broads National Park offers waterside fun, daily boat hire, river trips and plenty of waterside cafés and restaurants. The Medieval city of Norwich has its castle museum, cathedral, two indoor shopping malls, outdoor market square, galleries and plenty of restaurants nearby. The popular market towns of Harleston, Diss, Wymondham, Bungay, Becclés, Needham Market and Bury St Edmunds offer an array of shops and plenty of amenities to enjoy. Inns, restaurants, variety of take away restaurants, cafés, shops and supermarket 4 miles.£201From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fishguard, WalesWith four bedrooms and two reception rooms, this family-friendly farmhouse offers comfort, light and spectacular views from every direction. The large farmhouse kitchen with a traditional Aga allows your entire group to eat hearty meals together, and the enclosed rural outside space means that the kids can run around in the fresh sea air to their hearts’ content. The interior decoration of this stylish property focuses on the traditional elements, with sumptuous Melin Tregwynt curtains, cushions and blankets offering a colourful take on the traditional throughout. There are many comfortable sofas and cosy spots to curl up in after a day in the fresh air.
The entire property oozes comfort and maximises sunlight and sea views. Spend your mealtimes al fresco on the benches provided to the rear of the property, with seascapes as a dramatic backdrop to your dinner. A highlight of this property is the stunning sun room with its large window seat for reading, topping up your Vitamin D or just gazing out to the horizon. The nearest neighbours are 200 metres away down the hill. This property offers an insight into the true vernacular beauty of Pembrokeshire’s historic buildings. The traditional limewashed exterior melds beautifully with the warm Welsh slated roof and contrasts beautifully with the black-framed sunroom windows to create an enticing mix of old and new, traditional, and modern.
A stay at Fagwr Meredith means that you’re perfectly placed for exploring everything that Pembrokeshire has to offer. The elevated, undisturbed position atop Dinas Mountain leads directly to the famous Preseli Hills, home to the bluestone that was hand cut to create Stonehenge. There are many walks and viewpoints for the family to enjoy, but if you’re beach lovers, you also have the compact coves of Cwm-yr-Eglwys and Pwllgwaelod nearby.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Haverfordwest, WalesThis property is a fascinating old Pembrokeshire farmhouse with part dating back to the 17th century. Rich in period interest with an inglenook fireplace, natural stone walls, some low doors, open beams and an oak staircase. There are wooden doors and window frames Upstairs windows fitted with childproof locks. Enjoy the rolling pastoral views towards Roch Castle.
During the 2022 season the property was not let while substantial refurbishment was undertaken. In doing this work great attention has been paid to maintain the essential character and charm of the property whist providing the everyday comforts expected by the modern family.
There are two welcoming living rooms with comfortable sofas and wood burners. There are plenty of books, jigsaws, and games to keep you entertained. The large kitchen/diner has a wood burner in the inglenook, a large farmhouse table with country chairs and an old pine sideboard giving it a charming rustic air. There is a stone serving hatch through to a well-appointed kitchen.
Bring your dogs on holiday with you (up to 3 well-behaved dogs welcome) and enjoy the enclosed garden behind the property, as well as the glorious wildflower meadow shared with views towards Newgale and St Brides Bay.
The owners’ family live in a converted granary/dairy across what was previously the farm courtyard.
The pretty Pembrokeshire village of Solva is just 5 miles away. Here you’ll find an excellent general store and Post Office with an off licence also selling papers. More extensive shopping can be found in the county town of Haverfordwest 10 miles away - from banks, supermarkets and chemists to a bakery and interesting independent shops. There is also a filling station, doctors, and vet.
Newgale Beach is just over 3 miles away from the farmhouse, with it golden sands it’s beloved by surfers and kite surfers - wet suits and boards can be hired - and you can join the coastal footpath in either direction from here, exploring the flower decked cliffs as you go. For outdoor adventurers and nature lovers there is plenty to do - a myriad of pursuits and interests for all ages are to be found in this area famed for water sports, seafood, coves, harbours, and the unique Pembrokeshire Coastal National Park.£135From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tudweiliog, WalesSympathetically decorated, the owners have mixed traditional features and antique furniture with modern furnishings and facilities, creating a very comfortable family home. There are four bedrooms upstairs; three double rooms and one twin room on the first floor, and an additional single day bed in the double bedroom on the second floor. All the bedrooms enjoy spectacular views across the gardens, and countryside beyond. Enjoy the two large living rooms on the ground floor, both with patio doors onto the garden and the added bonus of an extremely well-equipped kitchen. The house lies in its own enclosed grounds and offers a well maintained garden to relax in, a perfect spot for a morning coffee or why not gather around the firepit in the evenings.
This period property lies in the rural village of Botwnnog, a short drive to many of the Llyn Peninsula’s fabulous coastal villages and beaches including Abersoch, Llanbedrog, Hells Mouth, Whistling Sands, Aberdaron and Nefyn. Abersoch is a 15 minute drive from Ty’r Ysgol - it has many shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes along with an incredible beach which stretches away for as far as the eye can see. Venture beyond Abersoch to Porth Ceiriad for surfing or coastal walks. Llanbedrog beach with its picture-postcard beach huts is a really long, sandy beach. In the summer months there is a beach bar and cafe open near the entrance to the beach which is a great place to have a drink, ice-cream meal or just watch the sun go down. For the best surfing in the area head to Hell’s Mouth (Porth Neigwi), a dramatic beach with a fabulous backdrop of the Rhiw Hillsides.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Torquay, EnglandVane Hill House is located just a short walk from the popular Torquay seafront and harbour. Sleeping up to nine guests in total with over five bedrooms and off-road parking. As you enter the property you find yourself in the spacious ground floor hallway, leading off into the living room with plenty of sofa seating, smart TV and gas fire. The spacious kitchen/diner is also accessed via a door from the hallway, well-equipped with all the appliances you could need and with large dining table and chairs. There is also a beautiful old range in the kitchen. There is a ground floor toilet next to the front door. Upstairs leads to the various bedrooms with the master bedroom benefiting from doors leading to a small balcony looking out over Torquay. In terms of outside space there is a small open area with table and chairs, perfect for enjoying an early morning coffee before heading down to the beach and harbour.
From the property it is just a 5-minute downhill walk to the main harbour with its array of restaurants, bars and pubs, as well as Torquay beach. The popular Princess Theatre is on this stretch, as are the family arcades and golf course. There is so much to do for families and couples alike in the immediate area, however regardless of the reason for your stay Vane Hill House is a great place to start.£133From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
