Dog Friendly Hotels North Yorkshire

Blacksmiths Cottage offers a cosy stay within the delightful little village of Gillamoor, located just outside the market town of Kirkbymoorside. The cottage has been carefully converted to retain all its features from the days when it was the local blacksmiths shop, with its original oak beams, reclaimed brickwork and the fantastic blacksmiths forge fireplace.

All on the ground level, the property is ideal for couples who want to come away and relax whilst also having the opportunity to explore what this beautiful location has to offer. The cottage offers a very comfortable living area which is open plan with the kitchen and dining area, along with a good-sized double bedroom and small bathroom.

The gorgeous, unspoilt village of Gillamoor is famous for it’s ‘surprise view’ that reveals a breath-taking panoramic view across Douthwaite Dale to the moors above Farndale and Hutton Le Dale. Nearby you have a village inn which is a two-minute stroll from the cottage, serving local good priced food along with fine ales. The market town of Kirkbymoorside is three miles down the road offering local shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants. A little further afield you also have the lovely towns of Helmsley and Thirsk, along with the fantastic North York Moors giving you an abundance of beautiful scenic walks and bike trails. The cottage is also well placed to visit many of the local visitor attractions including Riveaulx Abbey, Nunnington Hall and Castle Howard. Blacksmiths Cottage is cosy and welcoming at any time of the year.

This outstanding stone-built cottage dating back to the 1600’s can be found up a narrow street in the sleepy village of Giggleswick. King’s Cottage has been lovingly refurbished with a wonderful mix of modern-day comforts complimented by traditional features. The kitchen/dining room is ideal for rustling up tasty meals and, as the evening draws in, snuggle up by the wood burner.
Upstairs you’ll find two comfortable bedrooms with views out over the village toward the church and the majestic Giggleswick School chapel in the distance. Ideally located between the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Kings Cottage is surrounded by some of the most scenic landscapes in the country. There is a large selection of walks in the area, with the Yorkshire Three Peaks a short drive away. Tackle just one or start early and challenge yourself with all three! This is Tour de Yorkshire country so cyclists will love the undulating hills and winding country lanes that snake through the area.
The bustling market town of Settle is under a mile away and offers a selection of country shops, pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. A trip on the Settle-Carlisle railway line takes you across the impressive Ribblehead Viaduct and showcases the Yorkshire Dales, as well as occasionally running steam trains. If you wish to venture further afield, the Ribble Valley is nearby with lots of picturesque villages featuring babbling becks and country inns. The Lake District National Park can be reached within an hour and is perfect for day trips as well as Morecambe Bay on the Fylde Coast. Or simply stay in, relax in front of the wood burner and cheers to a memorable stay in a truly fantastic holiday home. Please note that due to the steep staircase and uneven floors the cottage may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. The cottage is 20 minutes walk from Settle Station (Leeds - Settle - Carlisle line) and also Giggleswick Station (Leeds - Giggleswick - Lancaster - Morecambe line.)

Set in a small hamlet, these carefully converted holiday cottages form a courtyard development where every care has been taken with the design, internal furnishings and their impact on the environment. Bell’s Barn (prop ref 25899) stands detached from the other cottages and is suitable for wheelchair users. There is also enclosed paddock where your dogs can run free! Just a short walk from Crakehall, claimed to be one of the prettiest villages in the Dales, with a large village green overlooked by an imposing manor house where cricket and quoits teams often play. Nearby, the historic town of Bedale, 2½ miles, offers a weekly market every Tuesday and various events during the year, together with a range of individual shops, restaurants and pubs. Masham, renowned for the Black Sheep Brewery, is 10 minutes’ drive and Richmond with its Norman castle, Georgian architecture and thriving theatre is also easily accessible. Historic York and its many attractions is within easy driving distance. Alternatively, just enjoy the wonderful Yorkshire countryside either by car, bicycle or on foot. Shop and pub ¾ mile. Properties 25898, 25899, 25900 and 25901 can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.

This delightful, Grade II listed, former chapel, adjacent to the owners’ home, is steeped in history and is tucked away in a wonderful, rural location in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. As such, it enjoys beautiful views over spectacular countryside. The cottage provides romantic holiday accommodation and offers a wonderful home from which to walk direct from the door, with links along the Dales Way between Grassington and Kettlewell. For those who like climbing, Kilnsey Crag is at hand, and offers some of the most challenging climbs in the area. Alternatively, Grassington is approximately 4 miles, and has a wide variety of country shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants. In summer, you can enjoy Grassington Festival, which attracts well-known celebrities, and during winter it offers the Dickensian Festival. Shop 3 miles.

This holiday property is set in the grounds of Maddy House Farm, which dates back to the 15th century. It is surrounded by over 20 acres of its own fields, with breathtaking views across the moorland towards Castleton, which has co-op, tea rooms with part time post office and two pubs. The Heritage Coast of Yorkshire and Whitby are easily accessed, and you can take a leisurely journey through the Esk Valley. Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington can be found a little further afield. A must when visiting this area are the smugglers coves of Robin Hoods Bay, Staithes and Runswick Bay. Visit stately homes such as Duncombe Park, Nunnington Hall and Castle Howard, which are all within easy driving distance. Shop and pub serving food 1 mile.
The Old Barn can be booked together with Maddy Cart House (UK2048) to accommodate up to 6 guests.

With wonderful views and offering peace and relaxation, one of a select group of just six, this single storey, detached holiday lodge has been tastefully furnished to a very good standard. The holiday property lies midway between Helmsley and Kirkbymoorside, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, which makes an ideal location for touring by car or by bike (storage available), or simply walking from the door in the lovely countryside. Pickering is the home to the NYM Steam Railway, whilst Helmsley has a good range of shops, restaurants and inns. Castle Howard, Duncombe Park, the city of York and the coastal resorts of Scarborough and Whitby all make excellent days out. Indian restaurant, fish & chip shop and pub in village. Award winning farm shop 1 mile. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant ½ miles.

Brewers Cottage nestles in the grounds of Cropton Brewery in the sleepy hamlet of Cropton within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Dating back almost 200 years this terraced holiday cottage offers modern, contemporary accommodation, yet retains many of the original features. The brewery was developed in 1984 and offers tours to sample some of the fine ales on offer. Ideally located for walking, cycling and exploring the heather clad moors. If coastal walks and stunning beaches are in order, you’ll find the Heritage Coast just 18 miles away, including Whitby, Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 20 yards.

Coach House Cottage is a cute and cosy two bedroom cottage, set in a quiet courtyard in the popular village of Buckden. As you walk through the front door, you will enter the tastefully presented, open plan living/kitchen/dining area. This is a warm and comfortable space for you to relax in front of the wood burner whilst reading a book or watching Netflix (you can use your own account on the Smart TV). Why not rustle up an evening meal for the group in the well equipped kitchen or if you prefer, just head across the road to the pub, which serves food. There are two beautiful bedrooms designed for a good night’s rest, the first of which is a master kingsize and the other an adult bunk bedroom, and a family shower room completes this fabulous single story cottage.
The location is perfect for walkers of all abilities, with both hill and riverside walks nearby. Set within the Yorkshire Dales National Park at the foot of Buckden Pike, you will have plenty to explore before kicking back in the comfort of Coach House Cottage. Kettlewell offers several shops and pubs to choose from. The hotspot of Grassington is just 10 miles away, with its summer arts festival and Dickensian celebrations, not to mention a plethora of shops, pubs and tea rooms. Hawes, famous for its Wensleydale cheese, is just 12 miles away. The historic market town of Skipton, with its Norman castle at the head of the quaint, cobbled high street, is also within a half hour’s drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

Tucked away in the peaceful village of Felixkirk, this cosy, dog-friendly holiday cottage adjoins the owner’s home and provides a very comfortable rural retreat on the very edge of the North York Moors National Park, near Thirsk. This brick-built, single-storey cottage is a hidden gem offering a very private stay whilst enjoying an enviable position near to the award-winning, dog-friendly Carpenters Arms pub and is 5 minutes by car from the nearby market town of Thirsk. It has been completely renovated internally in December 2019 and externally over the summer of 2020.
The cottage offers beautifully presented accommodation for two guests and their pets. There is a small double bedroom with under-bed storage, and a sofa bed for alternative sleeping arrangements in the living room. There is extensive garden space outside the cottage with stunning views, which is also fully fenced to allow your pets to wander in a contained area. Access to a larger field is also provided. Car parking for two cars is available next to the cottage, which is at the end of a private tarmac and gravelled driveway. There is also separate secure storage available for bicycles.
The owners are keen walkers, runners and cyclists and can advise of lovely local and regional routes and provide local dog friendly walk guides for your use. From the doorstep there are numerous footpaths and cycling trails and the renowned, traditional, dog friendly village inn serves local produce just minutes from the cottage. The village is home to a 4x4 driving centre which offers action packed days with off-road driver training and quad biking, and at Sutton Bank, visitors can take a trial lesson at the Yorkshire Gliding Club and visit the nearby famous White Horse near Kilburn. Thirsk, 3 miles, is a quaint market town famous for its connections with James Herriot, the well-known vet and author of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’. Thirsk is also home to a well-known racecourse and 15th century church.
Days out can be enjoyed at Rievaulx Abbey near the wonderful town of Helmsley, as well as Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey. Board the steam train at Pickering to be transported through the stunning North York Moors to the coastal port of Whitby and explore the fishing villages at Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes. The North Yorkshire Moors and also the Yorkshire Dales are easily accessible by car and the historic walled city of York is only 25 miles away, with its iconic minster, exquisite architecture, museums and art galleries, and is not to be missed when visiting Yorkshire. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

Tucked away just off the most popular street in Whitby that leads up to the Abbey, this terraced holiday cottage is in the perfect location with restaurants and pubs on the doorstep, and just minutes from the beach. This fisherman’s cottage in a yard of Grade II listed properties, oozing with character, was built in the early 18th century. It is set over four floors, with an open plan kitchen/dining room on the ground floor, a spacious living room on the first floor and the bedrooms on the second and third floor.
There is an array of Whitby Jet shops and interesting small businesses along the many cobbled streets. Whitby’s famous kipper house is just along the road where you can get your fresh kippers for breakfast. Take the 199 steps up to Whitby Abbey and enjoy the fantastic views over the rugged coastline. For those ramblers amongst you, Whitby forms part of the Cleveland Way where you can enjoy fantastic walks along the cliff tops. The North York Moors is close by. You can catch the steam train to travel from Whitby across the moors to Grosmont (Heartbeat Country) and the market town of Pickering. There’s a lovely large sandy beach in Whitby, as well as many excellent seaside resorts along the coast including Scarborough, Filey, Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes.