Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottages in Suffolk
Explore the enchanting landscapes of Suffolk, where a vast coastline, picturesque countryside, and charming villages set the stage for an idyllic dog-friendly getaway. Whether you choose to wander the streets of Ipswich, delve into the rich history of Bury St Edmunds, or stroll along the pristine beaches, you and your four-legged companion are in for an unforgettable experience.
Lowestoft, EnglandThis stunning riverside property is located on the edge of Lake Lothing, commanding views across the Broad on the southern end of the Norfolk Broads National Park. It has been lovingly renovated to a high standard with an emphasis on design and comfort. The Shipwreck is a terraced property which boasts incredible views over three floors, including a second floor balcony from the master bedroom with en-suite facilities. Throughout the property you will find contemporary touches, blended with natural materials and interior design.
Located in the very popular village of Oulton Broad, you are within walking distance of riverside pubs, restaurants and shops. The Norfolk Broads National Park is particularly popular in the summer and boat hire is available along with river trips, speed boat racing and a beautiful park from which to stop and watch the world float by. Lowestoft has a lovely beach and there are also all year round dog friendly spots. A short drive south is Southwold, ever popular for its pier, the brightly coloured beach huts and fish and chips. Aldeburgh, RSPB Minsmere, Dunwich and the Suffolk Heritage Coastline are all within easy reach, making The Shipwreck and The Barnacle the perfect location for your Suffolk Getaway. The train station is within walking distance of the properties, so why not hop on the train and spend the day in the medieval city of Norwich, with its castle, cathedral, museums, fine shopping and restaurants. Beach 2 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile. These properties, which are three doors apart, can be booked together to accommodate up to 9 guests.£102From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Saxmundham, EnglandThis pretty cottage is centrally located, just a short walk away from the picturesque and historic market town of Framlingham, it offers a great market square and a good range of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Nearby is the 12th-century Framlingham Castle, surrounded by parkland and a lake. It is a natural dog friendly haven for wildlife and popular with walkers. There is lots to do nearby including cycling, walking, golf, fishing and bird watching. Suffolk’s Heritage Coast is a 30 minute drive away. Aldeburgh, with its sand and shingle beach that backs on to the pretty seaside town with shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants is 15 miles away. Southwold with its pier, sand and shingle beach and promenade which runs along the front of the town, is 20 miles away. Further inland is Easton Farm Park, a must for families, with an outdoor adventure area, animal meet and feed, beautiful walks and lots of nature to see including barn owls, kingfishers and otters, is 4 miles. Woodbridge on the banks of the River Deben, is 12 miles away, the National Trust Sutton Hoo is 13 miles away, and an ancient burial ground and several vineyards are all within easy reach. Ipswich railway station with connections to Norwich and London Liverpool Street is 19 miles away. Wickham Market railway station in the village of Campsea Ashe is 7 miles away. Beach 15 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lowestoft, EnglandEvery member of the family has been considered at The Beech House. With its own outdoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and cinema there’s no reason to leave, but with a stunning beach less than half a mile away, you’ll need to peel yourself away to explore this superb area. This large detached property has spacious reception rooms for larger parties. The living room has comfortable seating for everyone to sit, relax and reminisce with a glass of wine. Patio doors open out on to the large enclosed garden where you will find the fenced outdoor pool and hot tub to relax in. The local area is packed with things to see and do including Pleasurewood Hills theme park just a 10-minute walk away, the southern entrance to the Norfolk Broads at Oulton Broad, 3 miles, Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach, 10 miles, and Somerleyton Hall with surrounding Fritton Woods, 4 miles. Beach 350 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 350 yards.£232From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saxmundham, EnglandA perfect getaway location for a couple, Chick Hatch Barn is a beautifully restored barn nestling deep in the Suffolk countryside. A cosy beamed living area with a wood burner opens out onto the patio from where there are sweeping views over the fields. Sympathetically renovated, and standing detached, it lies on the owners’ working sheep and beef farm, close to the historic market towns of Framlingham and Saxmundham, and offers a great holiday base from which to enjoy good cycling and walking. The Suffolk Heritage Coast is close by and Aldeburgh, Thorpeness and Southwold are all within easy reach. The RSPB reserve at Minsmere is a very popular stop along the coast, along with Dunwich, ‘The Lost City’, which was lost to the sea, and whose ruins are visible from the shoreline. Beach 10 miles. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub ¼ mile.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Stowmarket, EnglandDoves Barn dates back to the 16th century and is a detached, Grade II listed barn, brimming with charm and character. Boasting original oak beams and timeless charm, yet perfectly mixed with modern day comforts. There is a vaulted ceiling criss-crossed with exposed beams in the living room, and the large inglenook with wood burner to provide the warmest of invites. There are eight bedrooms in total, including two galleried bedrooms. With plenty of space for guests to celebrate a special occasion, and yet still have the opportunity to enjoy the escape from everyday life pressures, and simply sit back and relax in the peaceful surroundings. Nestled within two acres of extensive grounds, Doves Barn offers spacious accommodation that is well furnished for comfort and enjoyment. Relax and enjoy your own eight person hot tub and a large courtyard garden with a choice of two patios, great for those al fresco dining opportunities. Whatever the season, Doves Barn will provide you and your guests with the warmest of welcomes.
This is a great location that is close to all the necessary amenities and an excellent base to explore the rolling countryside and unspoilt coastline. The area offers good bird watching, walking, and cycling opportunities. Needham Market is just 1 mile away, a pretty small town, rich with its historic roots in the wool industry. Bury St. Edmunds is 19 miles away and is a shoppers’ paradise with an abundance of shops in the picturesque medieval streets, and elegant Georgian squares along with award-winning restaurants, fantastic annual festivals, family entertainment, stunning parks, cafés and a Georgian theatre. Ipswich is 12 miles away with its town centre and pretty harbour. There are local train links to London and Bury St. Edmunds. Visit Suffolk’s stunning Heritage Coast which includes the popular seaside town of Aldeburgh with its great choice of eating establishments and shops, the intriguing village of Dunwich, a peaceful haven for wildlife with its beautiful heathland and the popular coastal town of Southwold, the home to Adnams Brewery, with pubs, galleries, shops, lighthouse and beach huts. Beach 29 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£804From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saxmundham, EnglandThis 17th-century, detached, thatched cottage has been superbly restored and offers families and groups of friends a unique experience, with the added benefit of the barn annexe with sleeping and en-suite facilities, and a private living room area. You will find original features throughout, blended with contemporary conveniences and the cosy, traditional living room at its heart including a fantastic inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove.
The heritage and history of the building, thought to be the oldest in the village of Sternfield, make Thatched Cottage the quintessential heritage cottage equipped with modern facilities. Its proximity to Aldeburgh and the Suffolk Heritage Coast lends itself to both summer and winter breaks with bracing coastal and country walks in the cooler months and the bustling coast in summer. Golf and fishing lakes nearby. Local hot tub hire available by direct arrangement with the owner. Beach 5½ miles. Shops and restaurants 2 miles, pub 1 mile.£130From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Aldeburgh, EnglandYou will find Pebble Cottage just off the high street in the ever popular Aldeburgh. A traditional, terraced cottage with a contemporary finish, ideal for couples and small families. The open fire in the cosy living room makes Pebble Cottage perfect for romantic winter breaks with days walking the stunning Suffolk Heritage Coast, Aldeburgh Beach is only a 2-minute walk away. This is an old fisherman’s cottage with very steep stairs to the first floor leading to the master bedroom and a very small second bedroom. In the summer Aldeburgh is a hive of activity and a much sought after location. Its high street is filled with restaurants, pubs and shops. Along the promenade, fresh fish is sold from the beach huts that line the sandy stretch of beach - the iconic scallop shell sculpture standing proud in the centre, a tribute to Benjamin Britten, the composer famously affiliated with this beautiful part of the world. Surrounding Aldeburgh there is plenty to see and do and a short drive inland will bring you to Snape Maltings, the home of Aldeburgh Music. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there is a year round music programme. This unique location brings visitors outstanding concerts, events, cafés, galleries, river trips and much more. On road parking is available a short walk from the property. Alternatively, there is a church car park for short stays, overnight is not available unless agreed with the church in advance. Two small dogs allowed. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saxmundham, EnglandSet on the fantastic 5,000-acre estate of rolling parklands lakes and woodlands in deepest Suffolk, Sibton Park is the epitome of the luxury staycation.
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Saxmundham, EnglandSet within a 5,000-acre Wilderness estate with rolling parklands, woodlands, lakes and landscaped gardens, the Walled Garden is the ultimate super-luxe hound-friendly hideaway dubbed ‘Britain’s coolest party pad’ by the Sunday Times.
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Kessingland, EnglandCats Cottage is a delightful, semi-detached property situated just yards from the beach in the village of Kessingland. Tucked away on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, you are perfectly located to either explore or simply stroll along the beach with your four-legged friend in either the spring, summer or winter. On the ground floor there is a kitchen and living room leading to the dining room which has a cosy wood burner. Perfect for dining all together after a day of breathing in the sea air and taking in the beautiful scenery. On the first floor there are 2 bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed, and the other with zip & link twin beds. There is also a family bathroom. Outside, the enclosed courtyard provides the ideal spot to sit back and enjoy the sunset.
Great for families, there is everything you need within walking distance, including a great traditional pub, restaurant and a leisure centre that offers day passes. Kessingland has a real traditional village feel, yet within a short drive, you can enjoy the hustle and bustle at Africa Alive, Lowestoft and the Norfolk Broads National Park, which can all be reached within a 10-minute drive. Further south, Southwold, Walberswick and Aldeburgh all make for a great day out, from crabbing to a traditional Victorian pier. Each deserves a full day to fully appreciate all there is! Beach 200 yards. Shop and restaurant 500 yards, pub 200 yards.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
