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.
Okehampton, EnglandNestled within the glorious Devon countryside, Barwick is the perfect choice for families, couples and friends wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy a holiday together. Surrounded by some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes, with Dartmoor and the lovely rolling hills of Devon on your doorstep, Barwick is also within easy reach of the coast. This spacious property has the benefit of a large open plan living space downstairs and an additional sitting room upstairs, complete with a balcony so you can take in the glorious countryside views.
Barwick sits on the edge of the lovely village of Exbourne with an inn serving meals and local ales, an eco-friendly, underground shop, post office and historic church. Approximately 100 yards from the property, there is a lovely playpark for the children to enjoy. The local town has a cinema, supermarkets, castle, museum and a variety of restaurants. The property is just 6 miles from the breathtaking Dartmoor National Park, where you can see Dartmoor ponies, beautiful landscapes, quaint villages, castles, culture, and an altogether slower pace of life. You can settle down at a pub, or find an idyllic spot to enjoy a picnic whilst taking in the spectacular scenery. Meldon Reservoir is just 8 miles away and offers fishing, water sports and lovely lakeside walks. The pretty towns of Okehampton and Tavistock are close by, and there are also many beautiful gardens including RHS Rosemoor and The Lost Gardens of Heligan within easy reach. Devon and Cornwall offer fantastic coastal walking and boast sandy beaches and hidden coves, ideal for surfing or exploring the many rock pools. Fishing, tennis, horse riding, pony trekking and an 18-hole golf course are all close by. The Tarka Trail is one of the country’s longest, traffic-free, walking and cycling paths, and forms part of the Devon Coast to Coast cycle route. Beach 27 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 350 yards.£343From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Holsworthy, EnglandHolemoor Cottage is peacefully located amidst the glorious Devon countryside yet only 7 miles from the golden sands of the Cornish coast with Bude and Widemouth Bay, which has excellent surfing, pretty coves and dramatic coastal walks. This delightful wing of the owner’s 17th century farmhouse is situated down a secluded country lane with electric gates to the driveway making this an ideal holiday retreat. Guests can enjoy the luxury of their own private indoor heated pool and Jacuzzi. The whole area is alive with wildlife, so regular sightings of barn owls, rare British birds and roe deer are not unusual. The sunny patio area is the perfect spot for a summer BBQ or a lazy breakfast before exploring the grounds. Children can let off steam in the play field with a swing and slide, and will be thrilled to see the ponies and chickens - they might even be able to help collect the eggs. A cream tea and a welcome pack on your arrival is the finishing touch to make this a holiday to remember.
A superb holiday choice whatever the time of year with the indoor pool it is ideal for families or couples seeking peace and seclusion. If you can bear to drag yourself away, there are water sports and fishing at the nearby Tamar Lakes, coastal and country walking, golf, surfing, horse riding, cycling or simply relaxing. Family theme parks including The Milky Way and The Big Sheep. Pretty fishing villages and spectacular beaches and coves are dotted all along this coastline from Padstow, Tintagel, Crackington Haven to Bude in Cornwall and on to Westward Ho!, Clovelly and Instow in Devon, and for a great day out, the famous Eden Project is within easy reach. Beach 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Axminster, EnglandSet in the heart of River Cottage land, just outside the town of Axminster, these two properties have amazing views and are surrounded by rolling hills, and are just 10 minutes’ from the beach. Shepherds Knapp Lodge (ref UK13284) is a beautiful, detached, two bedroom lodge with a large well laid out living/kitchen/dining area, with a large comfy corner sofa. The pine dining table is perfect for mealtimes as well as socialising in the evening playing games or enjoying a glass of wine after a long day exploring. The two bedrooms are warm and comfortable with a double and a twin and the good sized shower room has a corner shower cubicle.
Shepherds Knapp (ref UK13285) is a stunning semi-detached, two bedroom cottage, the beautiful and well-equipped kitchen/dining room has granite worktops, marble dining table and range cooker. The large living room has gorgeous leather sofas, a Smart TV and an PlayStation 3, perfect for rainy days. The large French doors lead onto the balcony with picture perfect views over the hills beyond. Upstairs are two sumptuous bedrooms with the main bedroom having a kingsize French bed. There is a twin bedroom and a beautiful shower room with Italian tiles and walk-in shower. Outside there are two seating areas, to the rear an enclosed private courtyard and to the front a private balcony with countryside views.
The properties are perfect for attending courses at River Cottage or if you just want to head to the River Cottage Kitchen in Axminster to sample some of their tasty delights. Just 10 minutes drive away is the gorgeous seaside town of Lyme Regis with its sandy beach and seaside stores, the harbour town of West Bay (made famous by the TV series Broadchurch) is reachable within 20 minutes. Heading slightly further afield you will find the city of Exeter with its shops, restaurants and entertainment. You can also catch the train from nearby Axminster. Beach 4¾ miles. Shop 2½ miles, pub 1 mile and restaurant 2 miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandWrens Perch offers fabulous views overlooking Brixham harbour and beyond to the sea. The property was renovated in 2018 to a good contemporary standard with stylish fittings, appliances, atmospheric lighting and quality soft furnishings throughout.
Downstairs the entrance hallway leads to a double bedroom with French doors that lead out to its own patio area at the front of the property. There is an additional downstairs bedroom, also boasting French doors leading to the rear courtyard with a seating area, ideal for al fresco dining. The shower room benefits from a state of the art rainfall shower built into the ceiling with atmosphere lighting as well as a waterfall tap over the sink.
The partially glass staircase with built in lighting leads up to an open plan living area. There is a lovely contemporary kitchen with fully integrated appliances, a kitchen island and a high spec coffee machine. The living/dining area offers ample seating and a very cosy wood burner where you can either sit and watch the TV or gaze out through the bi-folding doors looking out over the harbour from the Juliet balcony.
On the second floor, the beautiful master bedroom, with en-suite facilities, has a double bed with extra seating to look out over the gorgeous views through the glass apex window. The en-suite boasts a freestanding bath, waterfall taps, sink, toilet and heated towel rail. What better way to relax than with a view.
From the kitchen area there are patio doors which lead out onto the landscaped rear garden. Here you have different levels with seating to relax on as well as a hot tub with integrated music system and built in ambient lighting throughout. Beach ½ mile. Shop and restaurant 500 yards, pub 350 yards.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Okehampton, EnglandCharacter cottage on smallholding with ponies and stabling. Rural location close to Dartmoor, cycle route 27 and fabulous riding countryside.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Braunton, EnglandExcellent detached house in Braunton. Six bedrooms. En-suite bathrooms. Hot Tub. WiFi. Large garden. Children's play equipment. Beach 4 miles. Village 15 min walk.£489From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Southleigh, EnglandBig detached house on a large farm. Smart and stylish. Optional outdoor activities. Hot tub. Play area. Paddock for games. Beer 5 miles.£351From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Torrington, EnglandSet in a rural location with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.This large, imposing, detached country house is the ideal place for a large family or group to come and stay whilst enjoying all that North Devon has to offer. The house has large living areas, a very well equipped kitchen with a quintessential Aga. There is a spacious dining room which is ideal for celebrating a special occasion, and well-furnished bedrooms, the majority of which have en-suite facilities, complete this charming house. Outside, there is the use of a private hot tub as well as a private swimming pool. There is a large well tended garden with plenty of space and sitting out areas for all to enjoy and a play area for small children. Located just outside the village of Beaford, there is also a local pub within walking distance.
North Devon has plenty to see and do, and is home to some of the best beaches in the country including Woolacombe and Saunton. The nearest beach is at Instow and is ideal for children or just a great place to walk off life’s stresses, and then enjoy a meal or drink at one of the pubs and restaurants along the front. The town of Great Torrington is only a short drive away and has most amenities you may require. The larger regional town of Barnstaple has a busy high street, the Pannier Market and famous Butchers Row. There are numerous places of interest close by including the RHS gardens at Rosemoor, Dartington Crystal and the historic fishing village at Clovelly. For the younger ones a visit to the Big Sheep or Milky Way Adventure Parks is a good option. There is walking on Dartmoor or hire a bike and cycle the Tarka Trail, and there is also golf and fishing available locally.
Beaford House is also a registered wedding venue and as well as the large house, there is also access to a great, well equipped function room should you decide to spend your big day here. Shop 5 miles, pub ¾ mile.£973From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tiverton, EnglandA superb, detached lodge resting within close reach of the village of Bampton. Hot tub. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Tiverton 11.5 miles; Taunton 17 miles.£96From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Okehampton, EnglandUpside down character cottage next door to owner's farmhouse. Woodburner. Two bedrooms. Ponies and stabling on-site. Rural location close to Dartmoor, cycle route 27 and fabulous riding countryside. Okehampton 7 miles.£82From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
