Dog-Friendly Holidays Devon
The delightful county of Devon in the UK’s Southwest showcases scenic natural wonders, delicious local produce and dog-friendly hotels. For everything you can think of in a perfect holiday, your dog is welcome to join you. Discover Devon’s beauty with our curated list of hotels and cottages for your idyllic short break with your furry best friend.
Ilfracombe, EnglandThe sea and the beach are so close, you can almost touch them. Blue Beach House sits in a prime position over looking Ilfracombe’s picturesque and bustling harbour. This terraced property has been thoughtfully designed to ensure you enjoy a comfortable and relaxing holiday. The large kitchen/dining room leads out onto the patio overlooking the beach and harbour, which is ideal to sit and watch the boats, and tide, come and go. Over the two upper floors you will find a further living room with views over the harbour and three comfortable bedrooms, two of which are en-suite, and one with access to its own bathroom. Located right in the heart of Ilfracombe, Blue Beach House is very conveniently located with all the local shops, restaurants and other local amenities within easy walking distance of the house. Seek out Damian Hirst’s ’Verity’ sculpture - a great topic of conversation. The Victorian Tunnels Beaches are worth a visit and are also a sought after wedding venue. A walk up to St Nicholas Chapel will give you a great view over the harbour and town. Enjoy a spot of crabbing from the pier and there a numerous sightseeing and fishing trips leaving from the harbour.
During your stay, there is plenty to see and do in the local area and slightly further afield. Good days out include Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, Watermouth Castle and the Lynton to Lynmouth cliff railway. At Croyde and Woolacombe you will find some of the best and cleanest surf beaches in the country as well as many smaller coves and bays. Exmoor is a short distance away and on a clear day the views can be spectacular. There are National Trust properties at Arlington and Knightshayes and the RHS gardens at Rosemoor, Great Torrington. You will also find golf, horse riding, jet ski safaris and quad biking locally. Beach 10 yards. Shop 50 yards, pub 10 yards, restaurant 20 yards.£168From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Ilfracombe, EnglandA spacious garden apartment with a beautiful oak veranda and patio offers stunning sea views and is suitable for everyone! A perfect romantic getaway where you can enjoy the crashing waves during a storm or watch the spectacular sunsets while sipping on a bottle of cold fizz that is provided for you.
Well laid out for a pair of friends holidaying together with two bathrooms, a large farmhouse table and comfortable chairs for dining.
Families can cosy up and watch TV or play games in bad weather. A large hallway a good dumping ground for equipment. Surfers appreciate the outside space for hanging wetsuits and dogs have the coastal footpath right on their doorstep. Chalky Blue also lends itself to the elderly as the accommodation is on one level, once in you can sit in a chair under the veranda tucked up with a blanket and a cuppa whilst the view provides great entertainment with the boating activities including the RNLI practice drills, wildlife and ever-changing seas and skies.
Less than 100 metres away from local beaches, a bustling harbour which dates back to the 12th century. The water is surrounded by twinkling lights, cafés, fish and chips, pubs and restaurants, including a Michelin star. There are independent shops and art galleries influenced by Damien Hirst’s ’Verity’ statue. The interesting Tunnels beaches with large natural sea pool fabulous for open sea swimming, surrounded by glorious, rugged cliffs. Also sheltered for children with buckets and spades and perfect for wave Jumping. You can leave the car as there is a lot to offer locally, water sport activities like canoeing, SUP centre, coasteering and diving. A short drive offers world-class surfing beaches Woolacombe, Croyde, Putsbourgh. A boat trip to Lundy Island, cruise the exhilarating North Devon coastline, deep sea fishing and sea life safaris to see seals, porpoises and various sea birds. Walk the coast path from Capstone to Lee, Morthoe and Woolacombe, visiting pubs along the way and get a bus return!£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandA ground floor, wooden-clad cabin in the heart of Combe Martin in the Exmoor National Park. Perfect for families. Amenities within walking distance. Beach less than 1 mile.£83From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandWelcome to Harbour Way, your inviting ground-floor holiday retreat nestled just yards away from the main town car park in the Victorian charm of Ilfracombe. Embrace the convenience of being a leisurely stroll from the delightful harbour and local beaches, inviting you to bask in the coastal splendor of North Devon.
This cosy haven features two inviting bedrooms, including a kingsize bed with an en-suite shower room, alongside a bunk bedroom ideal for families or friends. An additional shower room houses a concealed washing machine and tumble dryer, ensuring convenience during your stay. The spacious living room invites relaxation with its smart TV, providing a perfect space to unwind after a day of coastal exploration. The well-equipped kitchen has all you’ll need for your stay. Outside, to the rear, is a practical outdoor drying area, perfect for drying wetsuits after thrilling adventures in the surfing hotspots dotted about the North Devon coast such as Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton Sands.
Explore the vibrant town of Ilfracombe, brimming with local attractions and a vibrant cultural scene. Don’t miss the chance to delve into the breathtaking landscapes of Exmoor National Park, a short drive away, offering a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. And then there’s Lynton and Lynmouth, just 19 miles to the east with incredible sea views, rugged cliffs and amazing funicular cliff railway which opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest totally water powered railway in the world! Whether you seek coastal escapades, cultural discoveries, or outdoor adventures, Harbour Way presents an ideal base for an unforgettable holiday experience in the heart of Ilfracombe, where the allure of North Devon and various excellent restaurants beckons at your doorstep. Harbour beach 100 yards.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandThis charming two-bedroom lodge offers serene countryside views and of the sea in the distance. Perfectly situated just under 3 miles from Ilfracombe and 4 miles from stunning Woolacombe beach, it comfortably accommodates four guests. The lodge features an open plan living space with well-equipped kitchen for all you culinary needs, a double bedroom with ensuite, a twin room and a family bathroom with a bath and shower. Step outside onto the enclosed decking area to soak in the views while enjoying meals or stargazing with drinks. Parking for two cars is available adjacent to the lodge, though electric vehicle charging isn’t provided on-site.
Ilfracombe Harbour, a historic site dating back to the 12th century, offers delightful shops and galleries, including the renowned Verity statue by Damien Hirst. Here, after a day of exploration, indulge in Ilfracombe’s popular restaurants offering a diverse range of local and ethnic cuisine. Explore nearby attractions like Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Watermouth Bay, and the South West Coast Path. Families can delight in visits to Fuchsia Valley and Watermouth Castle and Theme Park. Adventure seekers can embark on coastal cruises, sea safaris, or fishing trips from Ilfracombe. Not far away, discover Exmoor National Park, just 9 miles away, or the captivating Lynton and Lynmouth known for stunning sea views and a unique water-powered cliff railway just 17 miles to the east. Nearby world-class beaches like Saunton Sands and Woolacombe attract surfers with their vast sandy shores and impressive dunes, to the Tarka Trail, this lodge offers an ideal base to explore the best of North Devon’s attractions. Beach 2½ miles.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandBrookdown is a lovely, detached, traditional, North Devonian cottage located less than half a mile away from the nearest beach and theatre in this popular Victorian seaside town. The property comprises a comfortable living room, and the kitchen/dining room has everything you’ll need for your stay. There are two bedrooms on the first floor, a double and a twin. There’s an enclosed, walled sitting-out area outside which is the perfect place for letting your pooch run around and great for outdoor meals or evening summer drinks. This lovely cottage is perfect as a base for guests wishing to make the most of this stunning region’s scenery and many attractions and as an escape from modern life. You can walk to the beach, harbour, and main supermarkets. There is also a pub nearby that occasionally plays live music. Ilfracombe with its beaches and lovely harbour and port which dates to at least the 12th century with quality ice cream, fish and chips, and various craft shops.
The surrounding area has many attractions waiting to be discovered such as Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Hillsborough and Rapperee Cove, The Torrs, Watermouth Bay and the Southwest Coast Path. Why not take a trip to Lundy Island or enjoy coastal cruises, fishing, sea-life safaris, and diving which are all available locally? Enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail which provides the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line allowing you to enjoy some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery stretching from Barnstaple through to Bideford and beyond. And then there’s Exmoor National Park, just 11 miles away, and Lynton and Lynmouth, 19 miles to the east with its incredible sea views, rugged cliffs, and amazing funicular cliff railway which opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest totally water-powered railway in the world! And of course, there are several world-class beaches such as Saunton Sands, Woolacombe, Croyde, and Westward Ho! – all of which are famous for their surfing qualities, vast stretches of sand and great dunes. Beach 528 yards.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandLocated just 2 miles from the Victorian seaside town of Ilfracombe and within half a mile of Hele Beach with its gorgeous bay, is this lovely, two bedroom detached lodge. It has ample space for four people, with accommodation comprising a kingsize bedroom with a TV and an en-suite bathroom, and a twin bedroom with TV. There’s also a shower room, and the open plan living space is spacious and airy, with a Smart TV and Firestick, and a contemporary remote controlled electric fire, plus patio doors leading out onto the spacious decking. The kitchen has all that you’ll need for your stay. Outside you’ll find an enclosed decking area to two sides with furniture for you to enjoy al fresco dining and there’s ample unallocated on road parking. The park, which is extremely well maintained, offers additional facilities such as a kids play park, toilet block and showers, laundry, recycling and dog washing stations.
Ilfracombe Harbour and port, which dates back to at least the 12th century, offers quality ice cream, fish & chips, and various craft shops and art galleries to enjoy, plus Damien Hirst’s ’Verity’ statue which is a must see. The surrounding area has many attractions waiting to be discovered such as Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Hillsborough and Rapperee Cove, The Torrs, Watermouth Bay and the South West Coast Path. Then there’s the lovely Fuchsia Valley and for the family, Watermouth Castle and Theme Park. Why not take a trip to Lundy Island or enjoy coastal cruises, fishing, sea-life safaris and diving which are all available locally?
Ilfracombe is also perfectly situated to the enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail, which provides the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line allowing you to enjoy some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery, stretching from Barnstaple through to Bideford and beyond. If you don’t fancy cooking after a full day out, then there are several good quality and popular restaurants to try out in Ilfracombe, many of which are regularly visited by locals from all over North Devon for their tasty local and ethnic fayre.£82From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandMill Head Cottage is a lovely and very well presented two bedroom holiday home with accommodation over three levels. Located within 1 mile of both the nearest beach and beautiful harbour and literally on the corner of the best street for some of the best local restaurants. Ilfracombe with its beaches and lovely harbour and port which dates back to at least the 12th Century with quality ice cream, fish & chip and various craft shops and art galleries to enjoy plus Damien Hirst’s Verity statue which is a must see. The surrounding area has many attractions waiting to be discovered such as Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Hillsborough & Rapperee Cove, The Torrs, Watermouth Bay & the South West Coast Path. Then there’s the lovely Fuchsia Valley and for the family, Watermouth Castle & Theme Park. Why not take a trip to Lundy Island or enjoy coastal cruises, fishing, sea-life safaris and diving which are all available locally? Or take a trip on the Ilfracombe Princess and see seals, porpoises and sea birds nesting on the cliffs.
Try your hand at sea fishing on Blue Fin or take an exhilarating tour of the amazing coastline on the Ilfracombe Sea Safari or on the Hampshire Rose, a former RNLI Lifeboat. Ilfracombe is also perfectly situated to the enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail which provides the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line allowing you to enjoy some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery stretching from Barnstaple through to Bideford and beyond.
Exmoor National Park, just 11 miles away and Lynton & Lynmouth, 19 miles to the east with its incredible sea views, rugged cliffs and amazing funicular cliff railway which opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest totally water powered railway in the world! And of course, then there are several world class beaches such as Saunton Sands, Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! – all of which are famous for their surfing qualities, vast stretches of sand and also great dunes. Once you have enjoyed a day out and if you don’t fancy cooking then there are several good quality and popular restaurants to try out, many of which are regularly visited by locals from all over North Devon for their tasty local and ethnic fayre. Beach 1 mile.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandA beautiful, period terrace, set over three floors, in the centre of Ilfracombe, Devon. Games room. Rear patio. Close to beach. Woolacombe 6.7 miles; Barnstaple 12.4 miles; Lynton 18.3 miles.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ilfracombe, EnglandThis property is located near the popular port town of Ilfracombe and just under 3 miles from the nearest beach. It is situated on a small complex of 5 star properties, one of which the owners live in and is accessed via a private agricultural lane owned by the adjacent property. The Shippon is a four bedroom barn conversion with an open plan living space which is the hub of the property. There is a piano in the lounge. The kitchen has a fantastic island with an induction hob where real foodies can cook up a storm while chatting with other guests who can sit with a drink whilst their meal is being prepared. Outside there is a private raised garden and orchard area with countryside views, the Bristol Channel and Wales to enjoy.
The property is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty ( AONB ) and 4 miles from Ilfracombe’s lovely harbour and port which dates back to the 12th century, with quality ice cream, fish and chip shops, various craft shops and art galleries to enjoy. The surrounding area has many attractions waiting to be discovered including Cairn Woodland Nature Reserve, Hillsborough and Rapperee Cove, Watermouth Bay, the South West Coast Path and for the family, Watermouth Castle and Theme Park. You can have a day out on Lundy Island, go diving or take a trip on the Ilfracombe Princess and see seals, porpoises and sea birds nesting on the cliffs. Try your hand at sea fishing on Blue Fin or take an exhilarating tour of the amazing coastline on the Ilfracombe Sea Safari or on the Hampshire Rose, a former RNLI Lifeboat.
Ilfracombe is perfectly situated to enjoy countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail, Exmoor National Park 20 minutes’ drive away and the breath taking Valley of the Rocks at Lynton with its incredible sea views, rugged cliffs and amazing funicular cliff railway to Lynmouth, which opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest entirely water powered railway in the world!
There are also numerous great pubs within walking distance 4km (plus the owners are happy to pick you up on the way home!). Sawmills in Watermouth Valley and 1675 traditional pub in Berrynarbor and stunning Sandy Cove Hotel in Combe Martin Bay which has stunning coastal views. This area plays host to world class beaches including Saunton Sands, Woolacombe and Croyde – all of which are famous for their surfing and vast stretches of golden sand. Beach 2¾ miles.£171From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
