Dog-Friendly Holidays in Northumberland
Filled with beautiful scenery, unspoilt beaches, rolling hills, rugged moorland and a scattering of charming market towns, Northumberland is a simply fantastic destination for an adventurous getaway with your pooch. With 1200 miles of walking routes and 80 miles of beaches, there's plenty for you and your curious canine to explore.
Otterburn, EnglandThese two lodges, each with a hot tub on the decking, offer differently-styled accommodation for groups of eight. Ideal for holidays or visiting the two large wedding venues nearby in Otterburn. Leafy Run (ref W44043) is a contemporary-style lodge with a hot tub and a peaceful decked area. Reiver’s Rest (ref UKC3402) was completely renovated in 2018, with a private hot tub on the raised south-facing decking and backs onto the woodland in the top corner of the park, with walks from the door. With a fully renovated restaurant on site, the lodges are less than a mile from the centre of the village of Otterburn, on the very edge of the Northumberland National Park. The park is just inside the Gold Tier International Dark Sky Park, the largest in Europe, ideal for stargazers and astronomers. The village has a mill shop, and the shop/café sells local produce. A highly acclaimed wedding venue, Le Petit Château is easily accessed only a mile away and guests can enjoy staying in the lodges and having some downtime after the wedding. The long wooded drive up to the park sets the scene for your break away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
A perfect base for couples or families to explore the Northumberland National Park, Kielder Forest, observatory, and the Scottish Borders. Situated 16 miles from the border counties, outdoor enthusiasts will love this location which is a favourite with walkers and adventure seekers. Bellingham is close by and has a choice of tea rooms, pubs, and village shops. A day trip to Alnwick, with its famous castle, and the Northumberland Heritage Coast, which is peppered with castles and beaches, make for fine days out. Hadrian’s Wall is only a few miles away and is steeped in history, with Roman forts and museums along the way. Hexham and Rothbury are easily accessible and have plenty of pubs and shops. Beach 35 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile, and restaurant on-site.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.£139From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Warkworth, EnglandSuncroft is a perfect holiday home for families or friends, only 600 yards from the picture postcard village of Warkworth. In a slightly elevated position, Suncroft is a detached property set on the perimeter of the village and has large lawned gardens to four sides with a choice of two sitting areas to maximise the sun. It is an easy stroll to the large sandy beach, quaint bespoke shops, friendly pubs and tearooms and a pretty riverside. You can leave the car behind and enjoy a lovely meal and drink in one of the local pubs. Warkworth Castle sits at the top of the village and the old 13th-century church make fine backdrops in this popular village. Suncroft is ideal for all ages, furnished with care and attention with a Visit England Gold Award, the owner really goes the extra mile to provide a relaxing and tasteful property for visitors of all generations to enjoy. The large well cared for garden is ideal for those sunny days or evenings where you can relax. Providing two living rooms, each with a 50” TV with DVD player, wii and Xbox, there really is something to keep all the family happy. This charming holiday home has appeal for both families and groups of friends and has been catered for accordingly.
The small town of Amble is only 2 miles, with a hugely popular Sunday morning market, harbour, pod style shops, fish restaurants and marina. Nearby the ducal town of Alnwick with the grand castle used in Harry Potter and Downton Abbey, make a lovely day out. From Warkworth it is easy to explore the whole of the Heritage Coastline taking in the many friendly unspoilt villages along the way. Stop at one of the glorious sandy beaches or drop into Craster for some famous Craster kippers. Don’t miss a trip over to Holy Island, checking the tide for the causeway times. Suncroft really is a fabulous property in an ideal location offering visitors a relaxing, peaceful and memorable stay. Beach ¾ mile. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Consett, EnglandWynbec Cottage has been restored in 2021 and furnished to an excellent standard with good quality fixtures and fittings. Guests will find that Wynbec Cottage is the perfect for a super staycation for friends and family or a special occasion.
Light and spacious, the lounge with relaxing corner sofa and Smart TV, leads into the stylish kitchen/dining area where the design is contemporary, with spacious grey Shaker-style kitchen with granite worktops, large central island with bar stools and all the necessary appliances for modern day living. The space is light and airy and inviting, with large bi-fold doors bringing the outside in. A large table accommodates the group comfortably, and a wall mounted TV provides your entertainment.
Upstairs, guests are well accommodated with good quality beds, mattresses and crisp bed linen. The kingsize master bedroom has an en-suite shower room with super double power shower; the double bedroom and family room share the family bathroom with high quality fixtures and fittings.
The village of Quebec has a welcoming community, with a lovely tearoom opposite serving everything from a hearty breakfast to afternoon tea, and an assortment of pubs within a mile all serving good hearty meals. Nearby, the village of Lanchester has a good selection of restaurants, pubs and shops, whilst the villages of Langley Park and Esh Winning have well stocked stores, butcher and bakery.
This is a great spot for walkers and cyclists with many established public footpaths from the village leading into the scenic countryside of County Durham. Close by, is the historic City of Durham, awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status, where you can visit the cathedral and castle or enjoy beautiful riverside walks, take a boat out on the river or a leisurely riverboat cruise. The Lumiere Festival takes place every couple of years in November and brings the city to life with live art, music and light shows in the open air theatre that the city becomes.
Visit the fabulous Kynren outdoor spectacle in nearby Bishop Auckland (but do book in advance). A little further afield but still within an easy 30-minute drive, guests will be able to take a day trip out to the popular Beamish Living Museum, see the famous Angel of the North statue in Gateshead, enjoy a day’s shopping at the Metro Centre and explore the vibrant city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The heritage coast is within an hour’s drive, making Quebec a perfect location.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
