Dog-Friendly Holidays in Northumberland
Filled with beautiful scenery, unspoilt beaches, rolling hills, rugged moorland and a scattering of charming market towns, Northumberland is a simply fantastic destination for an adventurous getaway with your pooch. With 1200 miles of walking routes and 80 miles of beaches, there's plenty for you and your curious canine to explore.
Consett, EnglandAll on one level, with panoramic views over the countryside, guests will find Jasmine Cottage warm and welcoming. The open plan living, kitchen and dining area with dining table and 4 chairs, is light and spacious, and has windows looking out over the horses in the field opposite. Customers are welcome to bring their own dog to stay. It should be noted that the owners have their own pets on site (very friendly); a lovely golden retriever, two cats, and 4 horses and 4 sheep.
Situated in the owner’s grounds, yet quietly nestled away, this semi-detached bungalow is 4 miles from the popular village of Lanchester, 3 miles from Consett for supermarkets and pubs and just 11 miles away from the city of Durham. The perfect spot for a quiet break, the village of Lanchester offers a super selection of places to eat, including three local pubs, an Italian restaurant and fish and chip shop. The very well regarded Knitsley Farm Shop is also only a little over 2 miles away and has a fabulous selection of local food and drink, and is definitely worth the trip.
Ideal for guests who enjoy walking and cycling. There are numerous established public footpaths, walks and cycle paths close by, and the nearest cycle path is the C2C. The beautiful hills and valleys of Teesdale and Weardale are both between 20 and 30 minutes’ drive away, and walkers will find themselves surrounded by some of the most scenic countryside that County Durham has to offer. Hadrian’s Wall can be reached within an hour’s drive too and offers a more historic trail for walkers to take. The Derwent Valley Railway Path leads east towards the outskirts of Durham and is very popular with cyclists, whilst the Waskerley Way leads west and on into the vast open spaces of Weardale.
Jasmine Cottage has a sheltered area with a bar to lock bikes onto, so cycling enthusiasts will be able to bring their bikes and explore to their hearts content. The perfect base for guests wanting to enjoy a spot of history and culture, the cathedral city of Durham offers plenty of attractions to enjoy at all times of year. Also ideal for parents wanting to visit children, family members or friends who are studying at Durham University. Guests will be able to visit Beamish Living Museum, Gateshead and the Metro Centre, Newcastle-upon-Tyne the popular market town of Corbridge with its riverside walks and Hexham and its abbey. The beautiful Northumberland coast and castles, historic houses are within reach. Perfect for guests wanting to enjoy the Kynren Spectacular that takes place from July-September each year in Bishop Aukland.£72From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Hexham, EnglandBullions Farm Cottage is set on the owner’s beef farm, who also breed rare breed Belted Galloway cows and Clydesdale horses, and is an attractive stone cottage with its own private and enclosed garden with a hot tub for your enjoyment. Bullions Farm Cottage was refurbished in 2019 and is a cosy little cottage perfect for couples or a family getaway. There is a modern, well-equipped kitchen and living room on the ground floor and upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom all nicely decorated. From your perfect little cottage enjoy a day out at Beamish, 15 miles away, the world-famous open-air museum telling the story of life in the North East of England during the 1820s, 1900s and 1940s it truly is an amazing experience.
The cottage is located on the A68, with links to the historic town of Corbridge with its gift shops, arts and craft shops, fashion, jewellery, local produce, cafes, restaurants and pubs, and the market town of Hexham. The cities of Newcastle and Durham are also within easy access. If golf is for you, book a round at Slaley Hall which boasts two 18-hole championship golf courses and also has spa, leisure and outdoor pursuit facilities, all within 4 miles. Beamish Museum, Alnwick Castle and Garden, Hadrian’s Wall and Kielder Dark Skies are also close by and definitely worth a visit. Whatever the reason for your stay, there are activities to suit all tastes, making Buillions Farm Cottage the perfect base for your holiday.£49From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Haltwhistle, EnglandWith cosy and tasteful décor and furnishings, the owners have created a haven for your enjoyment. Lots of extras with slippers and robes, a coffee machine for your morning latte, and Alexa speaking Smart TV’s have been provided for your comfort and entertainment. Slip off your shoes, curl up by the wood burner and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation.
With access to fabulous country trails for walking, cycling and outdoor activities, Hillside Cottage is a real haven for nature lovers; the town of Haltwhistle is home to many rare flowers and plants including wild alpine plants not to be found anywhere else in the country. Known as the geographical centre of Britain, the town as a destination offers a great deal of things to do for all tastes and age groups, with so much to see and do right from the doorstep. Just three miles from the World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall, visit the roman forts of Housesteads and Vindolanda, or Chester’s. The surrounding landscape is stunning, enjoy a walk to Sycamore Gap and see the most photographed, iconic tree from the movie ‘Robin Hood’ or take a hike on the Pennine Way.
For younger families there is a nearby play park and in the summer months a heated open air swimming pool. For the teenagers and young of heart a day of action and adventure awaits at nearby Go Ape, Matfen - swing through the trees and fly down the zip wires while taking in some of the finest scenery in Northumberland. Nearby towns include Hexham, a popular, historic market town which boasts a stunning abbey, the oldest gaol in the country, and an abundance of shops, restaurants and pubs. Why not visit the beautiful Roman town of Corbridge or its fort, browse its boutique shops, art galleries and antique shops, or take a stroll along the river? At the end of the day take a short stroll to one of the welcoming pubs, relax by an open fire with your favourite tipple or sample a selection of first rate dining experiences. A wine and cocktail bar, renowned fish and chip shop and take away restaurants cater for all tastes.
As an extra treat anyone travelling for a special occasion can order, by private arrangement with the owners, flowers, chocolates or champagne! Shop and restaurant 700 yards, pub 500 yards.£111From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Warkworth, EnglandCairnswood is a bright airy and comfortable lodge for couples or friends to have some downtime, relax in the bubbling hot tub on the raised deck which wraps around the lodge, and sit and watch the world go by. With some trees and greenery at the front, the lodge is ideally located, offering some privacy, yet only a short walk to the on-site restaurant and café. This 40-acre country park is home to a pretty lake with resident swans and wildlife where you can take an evening stroll then perhaps something to eat on-site or take a few minutes’ drive to one of the many restaurants and pubs nearby.
Located close to the A1 yet you feel like you are in a country retreat, best of both worlds for exploring the local area. Children with you would love the Northumberland Zoo which is only half a mile or within walking distance for those who enjoy walking. Burgham Park Golf course is only half a mile, ideal for the golfers in the family. Nearby Alnwick is home to the Duke and Duchess where you can visit the majestic castle used in some Harry Potter scenes, or visit the Duchess enchanting water gardens then meander the streets soaking up the history.
Nearby Morpeth is a very pretty little market town with some wonderful bars and restaurants and an Edwardian shopping arcade to explore, as well as river boats down on the river Wansbeck. Nearby Felton has an award-winning café and a friendly pub serving lovely food and drinks. Being close to the A1 means you can travel in all directions going somewhere different every day, perhaps a day over at Hadrian’s Wall taking in the Roman Forts and glorious countryside would appeal to you, or perhaps a day trip to the Dark Sky International National park would suit, or maybe even some retail therapy in Newcastle where you can enjoy the Quayside and culture of the streets and buildings.
Visitors to Cairnswood will be spoilt for choice for places to visit, and how wonderful to return to relax in the hot tub and share the memories of your days out.£96From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Warkworth, EnglandAn idyllic lodge for couples or a small family to relax and unwind with a wonderful private hot tub tucked around the rear of the raised deck. Yolo Retreat is in a super position on this quiet 40-acre park, set facing forwards only a couple of minutes’ walk from the restaurant and café on site.
Offering plenty of privacy, the hot tub is an ideal way to soak and relax after a day exploring this magnificent county with miles of golden unspoilt beaches and friendly villages. Meander around the small on-site lake and watch the resident swans and wildlife, then return back to treat yourself to a lovely meal and drink in the on-site restaurant and bar.
Yolo Retreat is an airy homely lodge perfect for spending time with your loved ones for that well deserved family holiday or short break. Located midway between Morpeth and Alnwick you are literally in the centre of everything to enjoy the many visitor attractions throughout the county. A few minutes’ drive and you reach Morpeth a pretty historic market town with a grand Edwardian Shopping Arcade and super choice of bars, restaurants and shops. Travel North to Alnwick and experience the majestic castle featured in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, the broomstick lessons are popular with the younger visitors, but the grownups love the Duchess’ gardens with the enchanting water cascade just nearby.
The Northumbrian Heritage coast offers a plethora of attractions, miles of beaches, friendly seaside villages and some great seafood places to east. Warkworth is nearby with the castle sitting at the top of the hill, riverside walks, pubs and cafes. The location makes travel in all directions so simple being set just off the A1 you can easily travel to Hadrian’s Wall in the west, Kielder Forest in the National Dark Sky Park or West over to Rothbury and the Simonside Hills. Yolo Retreat will provide you with a marvellous base from which to explore the many delights of the friendly county.£70From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Warkworth, EnglandLa Hacienda is the ideal retreat for a well-deserved holiday or short break away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This modern-style, detached lodge is ideal for couples, friends or a small family. It has an extra space for an additional child on the comfy sofa bed in the living room. La Hacienda lies in a quiet spot at the bottom of this country park overlooking fields to the rear where you can often spot wildlife. The on-site bar and restaurant is a perfect place to meet new friends; should you wish to travel further, you are spoilt for choice with friendly pubs and restaurants in all directions. The lodge is only a few miles from Felton with an award winning deli-style café and a village pub.
Nearby Morpeth is a pretty, historic market town with an abundance of cafés, shops, restaurants and pubs to choose from and has pretty river walks and rowing boats for hire. Head north a little way and you will come to Alnwick, home of the Duke of Northumberland who resides in the majestic castle. Step back in time for a wonderful day trip and see the castle where some Harry Potter and Downton Abbey scenes were filmed.
The breathtaking coast of Northumberland is nearby with miles of golden unspoilt beaches peppered with castles, ruins and historic sites. Northumberland is a diverse county home to the fabulous International Dark Sky Park with its miles of forests and moorlands - well worth a visit during your stay at La Hacienda. Access to the A1 is quick and easy making travel so easy no matter where you wish to go, Northumberland will delight both adults and children alike, with an abundance of visitor attractions suitable for all ages groups. You will never be short of somewhere to visit, and will always have the relaxing hot tub to come back too after a days exploring this friendly county. Beach 8½ miles. Shop and café/bar on-site.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Warkworth, EnglandNestled within the heart of Amble, Northumberland, this charming holiday home offers the ideal retreat for up to four guests seeking a coastal escape. Boasting two bedrooms, it is an idyllic haven, mere footsteps from the enchanting harbour. The home’s prime location is a just a short stroll to the delightful shopping pods, a pier offering breathtaking sunsets, and the vibrant Sunday morning market, all enveloped by an array of tempting restaurants and an award-winning ice cream shop. Immerse yourself in the local culture by exploring the bespoke shops, quaint cafés, and the availability of beach huts for hire, allowing for an authentic seaside experience. The small, inviting beach is within easy reach, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a day of relaxation by the sea. Oyster Retreat also boasts an enclosed hot tub for unwinding under cover, and a rejuvenating sauna—ideal for soothing tired muscles after a day of exploration. Entertainment is at your fingertips with a large Smart TV equipped with Netflix and Amazon Prime, ensuring endless viewing options for cosy evenings indoors.
Ideal for couples or a small family in search of adventure, the home perfectly complements the thriving community spirit of Amble. Interact with friendly locals and discover the warmth of the area’s hospitality, all while being within easy reach of renowned attractions like Alnwick Castle, which is just a 15-minute drive away, and the stunning heritage coastline. For those keen on exploring further afield, the convenience of a nearby train station in Alnmouth, just a 15-minute drive away, provides easy access to both Edinburgh and Newcastle, allowing for exciting day trips to these vibrant cities. This holiday home in Amble encapsulates the essence of coastal living, offering both tranquillity and accessibility to an array of experiences, making it the perfect base for a memorable getaway. Beach 175 metres.£114From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
