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.
Lynton, England
5.00Welcome to Moorland Retreat, nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Cheriton, Devon. This charming holiday let is the perfect destination for those seeking a tranquil escape and an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and rich history of this idyllic region.
Cheriton, Devon, offers a wide array of activities and attractions for our guests to enjoy. If you’re a nature enthusiast, you’ll be delighted by the lush Moorland that surrounds the village. Miles of scenic walking and hiking trails meander through the countryside, providing ample opportunities to explore the great outdoors. Keep your eyes peeled for the native wildlife and take in the breathtaking vistas from atop the rolling hills. For history buffs, Cheriton’s rich past offers a fascinating glimpse into the area’s heritage. The nearby historic village of Drewsteignton boasts a charming church and a range of architectural treasures, including the medieval ’Drewe Arms’ that dates back to the 17th century. Cheriton itself is home to ancient sites and stone circles that speak to the region’s deep historical roots.
If you’re a foodie, you’re in for a treat! The local Devonshire cuisine is known for its deliciousness. Savour traditional cream teas, freshly caught seafood, and locally sourced produce at quaint cafes and restaurants. Don’t forget to visit one of the local markets to sample the mouthwatering fare, such as the famous Devon cream and cheese.
For those looking to relax, the tranquillity of Cheriton and its surrounding areas provides the perfect setting. Enjoy a leisurely day by the river, take in the sunset, or simply unwind with a book in the peaceful garden of Moorland Retreat. Whatever your interests, Cheriton, Devon, has something for everyone, and Moorland Retreat is your gateway to this enchanting destination. We invite you to embark on an unforgettable holiday filled with adventure, history, culinary delights, and peaceful moments in one of the most beautiful corners of England. Come and experience the charm of Cheriton for yourself at Moorland Retreat!£45From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Newton Abbot, England 5.00Situated in a quiet rural location, Bardon Lodge is a spacious property attached to the owner’s home and set within 10 acres of grounds. The property is surrounded by fields and woodland, yet close enough to all amenities. The property has been decorated and furnished to a very good standard and is all on one level with both bedrooms having en-suite facilities. There is a living room with patio doors which lead to the decking area, ideal for dining al fresco. The sitting room also has patio doors leading out to the garden. The owner has horses and free range chickens may even come and visit!
There are so many places to visit and so easy to get to. Take a trip to Totnes where there are many shops, markets and walks along the riverbank. Dartmoor is just a short car ride where you can see the ponies, walk the Tors or simply stop off in one of the many villages for a Devon cream tea. Paignton, Torquay and Brixham are also great places to visit, as are Exeter and Plymouth, both within 30 minutes’ drive. There are many National Trust properties including Agatha Christie’s summer home ’Greenway’, well worth a visit. For the children, there is Crealy Adventure park, or Go Ape in Haldon. If you are bringing a bicycle, there are many cycle ways off road to be explored, including Powderham Castle where there is a cycle track all along the estuary. There is so much to see and do in this glorious part of Devon. Beach 6 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Tiverton, England 5.00West Middlewick Farm log cabins and a bungalow are located in the heart of the beautiful Devon countryside, a short drive from the town of Tiverton. Set on high ground, these lovely properties make the most of their rural setting with great views of the surrounding countryside. Each property is well appointed and the layout ensures plenty of space for all, with a wood burner to complete that homely feel, as well as a large sitting-out area looking out over the surrounding fields and countryside. The farm features five cosy log cabins and a lovingly furnished bungalow. Each property has name that ties in with the local area and its history; Dartmoor (ref UK12537), Exmoor (ref UK12539), Otter (ref UK12540), Churn (ref UK12536), Dalch (ref UK12538) and The Old Creamery (ref UK12535), which is the bungalow. Dartmoor, Exmoor and Otter have enclosed gardens which are ideal for those bringing pets.
The Old Creamery is ideal for families or a group of friends who want to get together and relax. The property has been thoughtfully and tastefully furnished to ensure a relaxing stay. This lovely bungalow also offers an enclosed patio area, perfect for al-fresco dining.
The owners of the farm are keen for guests to experience life on the farm and there are opportunities to see the cows being milked, feeding the calves and collecting eggs from the chickens. There is also an on-site shop selling local meats and other produce as well as some of the freshest milk around. Guests can enjoy the surrounding land with walks around the farm. There are well-stocked lakes for those who fancy a relaxing day of fishing.
West Middlewick Farm is located just outside the Wiltshire village of Nomansland. With well-maintained roads, the farm is in a great position to get out and about and experience all this lovely area of Devon has to offer.
The popular market town of South Molton has a weekly farmers’ market and a variety of shops, antique and curio shops, pubs and restaurants. Barnstaple, 12 miles, has a theatre, cinema and leisure activities, and places of interest include the Museum of North Devon, Pannier Market, 14th-century St Anne’s Chapel and 18th-century Queen Anne’s Walk. Other family attractions in the area include RHS gardens at Rosemoor, The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Kilarney Springs, Exmoor Zoo and the Dinosaur Park. Spectacular beaches at Saunton, Croyde, Putsborough, Woolacombe and Westward Ho! are all within easy driving distance. Sailing, windsurfing and fishing can be enjoyed at Tamar Lakes and Wimbleball Lake, or visit the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks for a fun filled day of exploration. Beach 33 miles. Shop 1¼ mile, pub ¾ mile and restaurant 9 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 40 guests.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Plymouth, EnglandThis lovely 3-storey, semi-detached cottage is perfect for a family or friends. Situated in the heart of the quaint village of Turnchapel, it’s only a 10-minute drive from Plymouth and just a stones’ throw from the coast. The cottage has spectacular views from the bedrooms out across the estuary and marina, the second floor bedroom even has a telescope for those starry nights. The cottage has an enclosed garden to the front, for those guests who wish to bring their furry friend. Beside the cottage is a small lane which has access down to the pebbly sea shore. Turnchapel is a quaint, old fishing village which has 2 pubs and a lively atmosphere during the summer. The south west coastal path runs through the village, and you can follow it along to Mountbatten where you can catch the water taxi over to the historic Barbican area on Plymouth’s stunning headland. Mountbatten Peninsula, with its marina, restaurants, pubs, boat trips and great fishing is only a ½ mile along the estuary. Beach ½ mile. Shop and restaurant ½ mile, pub 20 yards.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandIf you’re looking for a traditional North Devon village stay within easy reach of some of the best beaches and scenery in the country, Pulley Ridge Cottage is the perfect place to base yourself. With the accommodation on three floors, the cottage has two bedrooms on the first floor and a single bedroom being located in the loft which is accessed via a smaller than normal door, so mind your head as you walk in as there is limited head room. On the ground floor there is an open plan living/dining room with a gas fire and a door leading to the private rear courtyard where you can sit out, have a barbecue and a drink. There is a compact functional kitchen with the usual appliances and accessed from the courtyard is a shed housing a washer/dryer and chest freezer.
Positioned in a street not far from the waterside, Pulley Ridge Cottage is located within easy walking distance of Appledore’s bustling quay with views out towards Instow which offers a quiet inlet with sand dunes and a dog friendly sandy beach along with a selection of pubs and restaurants. There are plenty of quaint village streets which host a wide range of cafés, public houses, and boutique shops - the perfect place to simply wander and take in the surroundings. The historic port town of Bideford is just 2 miles away, as is the sandy beach of Westward Ho!, which is popular with surfers, windsurfers and beach lovers alike. There are plenty of local attractions and amenities nearby including the Royal North Devon Golf Course, horse riding stables, an indoor swimming pool, fishing, sailing and water-skiing facilities. Family attractions include the Big Sheep and Milky Way theme parks, Dartington Crystal Factory, Tapeley Park, and the Tarka Trail, which is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists and follows a disused railway line all the way to Barnstaple and Torrington in the opposite direction. Whether you’re seeking the perfect base to explore all that North Devon has to offer or the perfect getaway location to relax and unwind, this cottage is the perfect choice. Pub 176 yards and restaurant 152 yards.£53From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bideford, EnglandThe Orangery is the perfect holiday retreat in the port town of Bideford with its pastel coloured houses and tree lined quay. With plenty of activities and attractions for both families and adults just a short drive away. Just a few to mention include the Big Sheep Family attraction, the Milky Way Adventure park, Tapely Park Gardens and Rosemoor Gardens. You are just a few minutes walk to the town centre with many shops, bars, restaurants and the Pannier Market. Bideford also boasts a lovely large park with a good size adventure playground for children, park café and outdoor paddling pool, free to use in the summer months. North Devon is the ideal location for those bringing their dogs on holiday with them with many of the local beaches being dog friendly, as are several pubs. This charming wing of the owner’s grand Victorian home sits at the end of a sweeping drive in a quiet edge of town location and has been refurbished to a very good standard providing quality and two bedroom accommodation with the added bonus of a private hot tub. Shops, pubs and restaurants ¼ mile.£96From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bideford, EnglandThis impressive, detached late Victorian merchant’s house enjoys a delightful outlook across the River Torridge to the pretty port town of Bideford with its pastel-coloured houses alongside a tree-lined quay. The house has been completely refurbished in a light and airy contemporary style whilst retaining much of its original charm and character. Equipped to a very high standard and arranged over three floors, there is plenty of space for family and friends to gather, but also to escape to a quiet corner. Pretty gardens surround the holiday property and offer plenty of space for al fresco dining, summer barbecues and for the children to let off steam. The panoramic views from the living areas and many of the bedrooms are breathtaking, and with a fenced 18ft 6in outdoor heated swimming pool, York stone patio with mood lighting, fire pit and teak furniture, hot tub and sheer indulgence of the cinema room with 50in plasma TV, HD projector and 84in screen, surround sound, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and PS3, together with two satellite boxes, it will be hard to leave this unique property.
On the doorstep there is plenty to see and do with the famous Tarka Trail 2 minutes’ walk away for walking or cycling. Alternatively, meander around the many delightful shops, pubs and restaurants that Bideford has to offer, with its regular pannier and waterfront markets, all within a 10-minute stroll of the property.
Visitors can take a boat trip to the nature reserve at Lundy Island or explore many pretty fishing villages including nearby Clovelly and Appledore. Instow is just 2 miles away and is a pretty, unspoilt seaside village with large stretches of sandy beaches and dunes, fishermen’s cottages, shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants specialising in locally caught seafood. The wide, golden sandy beach of Westward Ho!, popular with surfers, is just 3 miles away with Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe a short drive across the Taw Estuary.
There are numerous NT properties in the area including Arlington and Hartland Abbey, as well as the RHS gardens at Rosemoor and Docton Mill. Hartland Quay and Lighthouse are well worth a visit and for family fun, the Big Sheep and the Milky Way Adventure Parks are close by. Golf, riding, fishing, surfing, mountain boarding, karting and high ropes are available locally and the wild beauty of Dartmoor, Exmoor and Bodmin moors are all within easy driving distance, as is the famous Eden Project. With so much to discover in this lovely part of North Devon, this is the perfect holiday choice. Shops and pub within ¼ mile.£265From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hartland, EnglandPeacefully located within glorious countryside just 3 miles from the breathtaking North Devon Coast, Bramble, Hawthorn and Tamarisk cottages offer the perfect holiday choice for couples, family and friends holidaying with their furry friends at any time of year. Located on the owner’s farm with horses, donkeys, sheep and chickens within the Hartland Peninsula, it is the ideal base to explore this unspoilt area of North Devon. These three delightful cottages are beautifully presented with glorious country views towards the coast and Lundy Island. The village of Hartland lies a short distance away and offers a post office, café, two well-stocked shops for provisions, a fish & chip shop and a choice of three popular dog-friendly pubs serving food. The area has a great deal to offer with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Sites of Special Scientific Interest on your doorstep, along with Hartland Quay, Hartland Abbey and the lighthouse at Hartland Point. English Heritage Coastline can be accessed from a maze of footpaths within a mile of your doorstep. The nearby beaches and coves are a treat to explore and keen surfers and beach lovers have an abundant choice of far-reaching sandy beaches in the area, with Bude and Westward Ho! within easy driving distance. There is even the added benefit of an outdoor washing point at the properties, perfect for sandy dogs, and the choice of two fields to safely exercise your dog off lead. Fishing, watersports and sailing at nearby Tamar Lakes. Golf, riding and cycling on the Tarka Trail all close by. The fishing villages of Clovelly and Bucks Mills are within an easy drive or walking distance for keen walkers along the National Trust coastal paths. Lundy Island trips by helicopter or boat can be taken from Bideford, a historic port and market town which offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. Shops, pubs and restaurant 1 mile.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Totnes, EnglandSet in the heart of rural countryside, this spacious and lavishly furnished barn conversion shares 3 acres of grounds and shared use of an all weather on-site tennis court, as well as free access to superb leisure facilities at Dartmouth Golf and Country Club, making it an ideal holiday home for families of all ages all year round. Whether for a holiday in the height of summer, enjoying the many attractions and beaches in the area, or for a family gathering in off peak season for a celebration, Dray Cottage is a superb choice. Dartmouth Golf and Country Club is a 10-minute drive away, and features an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa, gym and a tennis court. Golfers receive a discount on the green fees during your stay. The owner can provide two free adult memberships to Thurlestone Tennis Club, which is located next to the beach.
Dray Cottage is set in the small hamlet of Fallapit, just outside the village of East Allington midway between the towns of Kingsbridge, Totnes and Dartmouth. This Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty has many sandy beaches and stunning coastline very close by, including Blue Flag beaches Slapton Sands, Beesands, East Portlemouth, Bantham, Bigbury and Thurlestone. The town of Dartmouth is nestled on the River Dart and offers boat trips, exclusive shops, galleries, many pubs and some famous restaurants. Totnes, 5 miles up the river, is a town steeped in history, enjoying a colourful and exuberant atmosphere, while Salcombe is another pretty riverside town, boasting a busy estuary with many yachts sailing by and a myriad of interesting shops and pubs in its winding streets. There are several National Trust properties in the area to explore and some delightful open gardens. With the South Hams coastal path stretching over 60 miles there is great walking and time can be spent exploring the rugged moorland.
A little further afield and well worth a visit is the Eden Project in Cornwall. Riding, sailing, sea and coarse fishing are available locally, as well as a good variety of shopping. Shops 3 miles, pubs ½ mile.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bovey Tracey, EnglandCherry Tree Cottage has been decorated and furnished to a good standard and offers an excellent base for a family holiday tucked away in the centre of Bovey Tracey, the gateway to Dartmoor National Park. There are many walks on Dartmoor, as well as horse riding, fishing and excellent bird watching and nature reserves. There are plenty of golf courses close to the property.The craft centre, House of Marbles and National Trust Castle Drogo are all nearby. The city of Exeter and the coast are just 12 miles away. Cherry Tree Cottage offers something for everyone. Shops, pubs and restaurants nearby.£69From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
