Dog Friendly Hotels North Yorkshire

Welcome to Waterfoot Lodge, a charming lakeside holiday retreat nestled within the tranquil Brickyard Lakes near Amotherby, on the edge of the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and just a short drive away from the picturesque market town of Malton, this comfortable lakeside lodge offers a perfect blend of serenity and convenience.
The lodge boasts an inviting open plan living area, featuring a well-equipped kitchen with a gas hob, electric oven, and a convenient washing machine. The dining table for four is ideal for shared meals, while the comfortable seating area provides stunning views of the lake through French doors that lead to the enclosed decking. The lodge is dog-friendly, ensuring that every member of the family can enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Accommodations include a twin room and a master king-size double with an en-suite toilet, accompanied by a house shower room. The immaculate grounds surrounding the lodge create a peaceful atmosphere, and the lake, adorned with illuminated fountains at night, adds a touch of magic to the setting.
For local amenities, the village of Amotherby offers a village store and a delightful Chinese restaurant. The iconic Castle Howard is just a few minutes’ drive away, and the historic city of York, with its myriad attractions, is a mere 25 minutes by car. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Howardian Hills and North Yorkshire Moors National Park for walking and cycling adventures, while the coastal towns of Scarborough and Filey are within an hour’s drive. Waterfoot Lodge promises the perfect waterside break with excellent amenities close at hand.

Perfectly located right in the heart of the popular village of Middleham in beautiful Wensleydale, Barbican Cottage is the perfect location for guests wanting to really explore the local area and be a part of this historic racehorse training village. Lovingly renovated, Barbican Cottage offers guests beautiful accommodation, contemporary fixtures and fittings, quality facilities and still maintains the charm and character of the building. On the ground floor guests will find an open plan living, dining and kitchen area. The area is spacious and light yet still remains comfortable and cosy with a beautiful tiled floor and exposed original beams. The kitchen is very practical, well-equipped with all the appliances a budding chef needs to whip up a holiday feast. On the first floor there are two good sized bedrooms with the master bedroom offering a king size bed, electric wood burner and views across to Middleham Castle which is just behind the cottage. The second bedroom has a single bed and pull out bed giving plenty of choice for guests wanting to travel as a family, couple or small group of friends. The family bathroom is very well presented with a large walk-in shower cubicle and heated towel rail. The garden to the rear is just delightful and is south facing so guests will really be able to make the most of the outdoor seating area and patio. Beautifully maintained and extremely well kept, the secluded, walled garden at Barbican Cottage is a rare find in such a small village, and is a real asset to the cottage. There is ample parking on the cobbles to the front of the cottage.
Perfect for horse lovers, Middleham is renowned for its long history and also serves as a thriving racehorse community. Guests will be able to watch as top class racehorses are ridden daily through the village and up to the gallops in the fields at the edge of the village. Ideal for a luxurious romantic break, there are many pubs, restaurants and cafes within easy walking distance and all are well known for serving good quality, local food and produce. Middleham Castle lies just behind Barbican Cottage and was once the home of Richard III and was referred to in former times as the “Windsor of the North”. Middleham is a great place for families too with plenty of attractions to visit and explore within a short driving distance. Local attractions include the popular Chocolate Factory, Tennants Auction House and tea pottery which are all located in Leyburn just two and a half miles away as well as The Forbidden Corner which is a hidden folly offering twists, turns and excitement around every corner, and is situated just four miles away from Barbican Cottage. Another popular attraction is the Wensleydale Railway which stops in Leyburn and travels through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Yorkshire Dales. Guests who enjoy walking, cycling or even just exploring will find an abundance of established public footpaths, cycle paths and bridleways that lead right from the village itself onwards towards and through the Dales and beyond. A visit to the Dales Countryside Museum is also a must. The scenery here is magnificent at any time of year and guests will find themselves on a journey through heather covered grouse moorland, open countryside, natural woodland and pretty, little Yorkshire villages. A little further afield, but still within easy driving distance, guests will be able to visit Castle Bolton, Jervaulx Abbey and Wensleydale Creamery as well as Aysgarth Falls, Hawes, Gayle Mill, York, Harrogate and Ripon.

Less than 3 miles away from the historic town of Whitby as well as nearby glorious golden sandy beaches, coves and bays along the coastline to explore. This renovated cottage has been furnished and decorated to a high standard, with views across the lawned garden down to the enclosed private woodland, complete with a footpath through the trees. This is a haven for wildlife and you may see the resident deer at dawn and dusk.
The cottage is warm and welcoming with underfloor heating throughout. The open plan living room and kitchen looks out onto the decked area, breakfast outside is delightful on a sunny morning, al fresco dining while the birds are singing. This detached holiday home has a touch of luxury, the modern fitted kitchen is well equipped and perfect for cooking up delicious meals. The well-furnished living room invites you to sink into the sofa and wind down with a favourite film. Then tumble into the kingsize bed, ready to wake refreshed for the next day of exploring. There is the choice of relaxing in a steaming bath or the large shower cubicle, big enough for two!
This is a great choice for couples wanting to spend quality time together on a romantic break away. The cottage also welcomes couples with babies, so new families can make memories together. Located in the quiet village of Stainsacre, with a nearby pub which is popular with the locals due to its hearty home-cooked meals and cosy open fire. It is within easy driving distance of Whitby and other delights of the Yorkshire coast and the surrounding National Park. This is a walker’s dream, embrace the great outdoors and follow one of the nearby trails, it is located next to the Cinder Track running from Whitby, through Stainsacre to Robin Hood’s Bay, Ravenscar and Scarborough. There is also the Cleveland Way along the coastline and the steam train which winds its way over the heather laced hills of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, a delight to explore. There are also ancient forests nearby such as Falling Foss with its waterfall and Dalby Forest, with footpaths, bike trails and zip-lining through the tree tops. For equestrians your horse is welcome to join you so that you can enjoy some of the beautiful trails together. There are stables and a paddock next door (by prior arrangement with the owner, at cost). Beach 2½ miles. Shop ¾ mile, pub ¼ mile and restaurant 2½ miles.

Situated in the popular seaside resort of Scarborough, close to the shops and restaurants and just under a mile from the beach, this terraced townhouse is perfect for a family holiday. The owners have catered for the children with a games room that has lots of games plus a pool table. Mill View House is in a quiet area of the town. From the house you can walk to either bay, north or south, both having long sandy beaches making them ideal for families. The North Bay is the quieter of the two and the South Bay has all that you would expect of a traditional seaside resort with donkeys, amusements and children’s rides. You can walk on the promenade the full length of both bays passing the castle perched up on the hillside. If you prefer to take a ride there’s an open top double decker bus that runs along the seafront.
Scarborough has many attractions with the open air theatre, the Scarborough Spa and the Stephen Joseph Theatre. On your walk down to the beach you pass Peasholm Park with it’s beautiful gardens and large lake, a fabulous place to take the kids, there’s boats and pedalos for them to play on. This is also where they do the famous re-enactment of a naval warfare miniature sea battle. The house is situated less than two minutes walk from the train station where you can go by train to York, a medieval city famous for its Minster. There’s so much to do in Scarborough which is why it’s popular both in the summer and winter months. An ideal spot for that family holiday.
Scarborough is just one of many family resorts down the east coast. Further down the coast and just a short drive away is Filey, Flamborough Head and of course the Victorian resort of Bridlington. There’s some fantastic walks along the cliff tops as this is part of the Cleveland Way so very popular amongst walkers. The RSPB bird sanctuary at Bempton is just a few minutes drive away where you can see puffins, gannets and seals in their natural habitat. This is one of the most visited bird sanctuary in the UK.

With views over the village towards the Aire Valley, and a fabulous hot tub, this spacious single storey detached holiday lodge is ideal for families.
Situated on a working sheep farm it is within walking distance of the village where you’ll find a children’s park and a railway station with regular trains to Skipton and Leeds. There are 2 pubs within a 3-4 minute walk. There are plenty of walks direct from the door, with the Pennine Way running past the farm offering a multitude of picturesque walks.
The market town of Skipton is just 3 miles away, known as the ’Gateway to the Dales’ where you will find shopping, a Norman castle and canal boat trips. Close by is picturesque Bolton Abbey, lovely to explore and stroll through the woodland alongside the river at any time of the year. Shop 750 yards, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Set in the beautiful grounds of the owners’ home, these four holiday properties (E5118, E5119, E5120 and E5551) are tastefully decorated and finished to a high standard, retaining many original features. Guests have the use of the large, landscaped gardens with ponds, waterfall and river frontage, plus private fishing. The quaint village of West Burton in which these cottages are situated, nestles in the Walden Valley among the beautiful Wensleydale countryside, and is well known as one of the loveliest villages in the Dales with a large village green, market cross, Burton Force waterfall and no through traffic; it has a truly traditional feel with a shop and a pub serving food. An excellent base for touring throughout the Yorkshire Dales, with the bustling market towns of Hawes and Leyburn only 10 miles. Bolton Castle, the Black Sheep Brewery and The Wensleydale Creamery are all within easy reach. For the walker, there is easy access from the village onto open moors and fells. For family days out, don’t miss The Forbidden Corner gardens and Lightwater Valley theme park. Shop and pub serving food 500 yards.

Situated in the picturesque riverside village of Sinnington, which nestles at the foot of Rosedale, this delightful holiday cottage offers couples a cosy and romantic break away, where you can curl up beside the wood burner or relax in the bubbles of the spa Jacuzzi bath in the summerhouse. The village has riding stables, a micro bakery and a renowned country inn, with an excellent restaurant. There are numerous walking and cycling trails from the doorstep, and the stunning North Yorkshire Moors are easily reached either on foot or by car, and from Pickering, 4 miles, visitors can board the famous steam train to the fishing port of Whitby.
The quaint market towns of Helmsley, 9 miles, and Kirkbymoorside, 3 and a half miles, have an interesting selection of shops, restaurants and pubs and an award-winning farm shop and tearoom just a ten minute drive away. Easily accessible are the coastal towns of Scarborough, Whitby and Filey and the fishing villages of Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes. Local attractions include Castle Howard, Nunnington Hall and Rievaulx Abbey and the vibrant city of York, 30 miles, is a must when visiting Yorkshire.

Located just 50 yards from the spectacular 5 mile stretch of sandy beach, this one bedroomed holiday apartment is comfortable and well-equipped. Almost untouched by the hands of time, Filey is protected by the low lying ridge of rocks called Filey Brigg, from where the sands sweep to the south and end at the spectacular chalk cliffs of Bempton RSPB Bird Sanctuary. There is plenty to see and do in and around Filey, with easy access to the beautiful North Yorkshire Wolds with stunning views across the coastline. The North York Moors steam train takes an 18-mile trip through the glorious Esk Valley stopping at Goathland, famed for both the Harry Potter films and the television series Heartbeat. Shopping trips to the city of Hull and the historic city of York, with its world famous minster, museums, art galleries, curio shops, inns and tea rooms is just over an hour’s drive. Coastal and countryside walks abound, with everything from energetic distance walks to leisurely trail and cycle ways through quiet villages and bustling towns. The Cleveland Way and the Wolds Way offer unrivalled long distance walks. Steeped in history, there are many homes, halls and castles, with Burton Agnes Hall and Castle Howard easily reached. The coastal towns of Bridlington, Scarborough and the ancient sea port of Whitby, smugglers coves such as Robin Hoods Bay, Runswick Bay and Staithes are all within easy reach. The Yorkshire coast and countryside has so much to offer at any time of the year and visitors find themselves returning again and again. Beach 50 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.

This old cottage, dating from 1840 and part of a former ropery, retains some of its original features, mixed with many contemporary touches to ensure a very comfortable stay in the heart of Whitby. The lovely garden is ideal for sunny days to relax and enjoy a drink in peace and quiet. Venture out into the wonderful streets of this Gothic town made famous by Bram Stokers novel ’Dracula’. Take a walk in the old part of town, dating back to the 1700s, and explore the cobbled streets with its bazaars, cafés and pubs, or walk up the famous 199 steps to the church of St Marys for an amazing view over the town. Take a boat trip out to sea for a unique view of the Yorkshire Heritage Coast, or hop on top of the open top bus which makes regular tours of the town. Venture further afield to seek out some of the beautiful villages, coves and bays that are dotted along the coast. Take a step back in time to the days of pirates and smuggling hidden gems at places such as Robin Hoods Bay and Staithes.
Head inland to admire the natural beauty of the North York Moors National Park, with mile upon mile of nature trails and walks such as the Cinder Track and the Cleveland Way. Visit stunning waterfalls such as Falling Foss, or even take a ride on the steam train which ventures into ’Heartbeat’ country and the quaint village of Goathland. There are a variety of theme parks in the area from war time museum at Eden Camp to roller coasters at Flamingo Land. Beach 300 yards. Shop, pubs and restaurants 100 yards.

Brandy’s Barn is a well-presented, detached barn conversion that is bursting with character and references to the nearby stables and horses. All on one level, guests will find a spacious and beautifully co-ordinated living space, which has exposed beams, comfortable furnishings and a practical open plan kitchen. There is a well-decorated double bedroom with fabulous views, TV and kingsize bed. The shower room is well finished and perfectly situated between the bedroom and the boot room area, which make a great spot for washing down dirty paws or walking boots. Situated within a truly spectacular location, at any time of year, guests will find Brandy’s Barn a welcoming retreat for any special occasion.
Nestled away in the popular Wensleydale village of Middleham, yet surrounded by fields and countryside and views from every window, Brandy’s Barn is the perfect location for guests wanting to really explore the local area. Enjoy a stay in the heart of this historic horse racing village, which is renowned for its colourful history and thriving horse racing community. Middleham is set within the magnificent beauty of the Wensleydale countryside and is the perfect destination for guests of all ages. Ideal for a quiet and romantic break away, there are many pubs, restaurants and cafés within easy walking distance, which are all well-known for serving good quality local food and produce.
Once home to Richard III and known in former times as the ’Windsor of the North’, the ruins of Middleham Castle are certainly worth a visit. Perfect for walkers, cyclists and ramblers too, guests will find an abundance of established public footpaths, cycle paths and bridleways that lead directly from the doorstep of Brandy’s Barn and out through the surrounding fields towards and through the Wensleydale Dales and beyond. Walkers will find themselves on a journey through heather covered grouse moors, open countryside, natural woodland and pretty little Yorkshire villages.
Also the ideal destination for exploring the heart of North Yorkshire, guests will find plenty of excellent local attractions that are popular for all year round. Only 3 miles away from the traditional market town of Leyburn, guests will be able to visit the local chocolate museum, tea pottery and Tennants Auction House, as well as enjoying a browse around the weekly local farmers market.
The Forbidden Corner is also a must see and is situated just 4 miles away. This hidden folly offers twists and turns in all directions making it popular for adults as well as children. The Wensleydale Railway stops in Leyburn and will take guests on a journey through some of the most spectacular scenery of the Yorkshire Dales. Castle Bolton, Jervaulx Abbey and Wensleydale Creamery can also be reached within a very short drive and offer different attractions and events for different tastes. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.