Dog-Friendly Hotels 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.
Salcombe, EnglandA stone's throw from the chic seaside town of Salcombe in Devon, the dog-friendly Soar Mill Cove Villas guarantee guests and their pooches a peaceful stay in a picturesque coastal setting.
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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
Tavistock, EnglandSycamore at Lifton Hall is a spacious six-bedroom holiday home that comfortably accommodates up to fourteen guests. Parts of the building date from the 17th century, and combine traditional Devonshire character with modern refurbishments.
Head into the property to discover the entrance lobby with a large seating area and galleried landing. With a spacious living room, it is the perfect spot to relax in after a busy day exploring, and the kitchen/dining room is well-equipped with everything needed to prepare a homecooked meal. Above, on the first floor, each of the six bedrooms is fitted with an en-suite shower room and each has their own character and charm. Outside, the ground floor is completed with a patio area with seating. On site there is a hybrid BBQ. dual-fuel BBQ. With ample parking, this property is a perfect base for a family or a group of friends looking to explore what Dartmoor has to offer, having easy access to some of the most picturesque landscapes in the UK.
Lifton Hall’s location makes an ideal base for touring much of the southwest and the beautiful coastlines to the north and south of Devon and Cornwall. Widemouth Bay has a superb beach and is just 19½ miles. The village of Lifton is nestled on the close to the market town of Tavistock, and just over the border from Cornwall’s ancient capital Launceston, it is also just a few short miles away from the wild and wonderful Dartmoor National Park – it’s an amazing place, with over 345 square miles for walking, horse riding, climbing and more. Take your pick from wild spaces, grand houses, delightful beaches and lots of lovely gardens. There really is so much to see and do. Beach 20 miles.£261From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crediton, EnglandGratton House is a five-bedroom holiday home set within a stunning rural location at the end of its own long drive with far-reaching views across the fields.
Although in a rural location, ½ mile out of the small village of Whitestone, the cathedral and university city of Exeter is a little over 4 miles away and Dartmoor National Park is just 5 miles to the west. The house feels spacious, bright, and homely with spectacular views; the perfect place in which to spend time with your family and friends. As you head inside, you will instantly be impressed by the ornate granite staircase in the entrance area. The large living room has plenty of comfortable seating, a Smart TV, and two sets of bi-fold doors opening out onto a decked terrace with a glass balustrade. For added warmth during the winter, there is an inset Stovax wood burner which uses the latest high-efficiency, clean burn combustion technology. The kitchen with its beautiful granite worktops is well-equipped with everything needed to prepare a home cooked meal and there’s also a handy utility room next door. Double doors from the kitchen and dining room open out into the pretty courtyard garden which is the perfect sheltered spot for enjoying your morning coffee. The ground floor is completed with a double bedroom, downstairs toilet, and a playroom for the children to enjoy. Head upstairs to discover the remaining four bedrooms and the family bathroom. The master bedroom showcases an en-suite bathroom and a large private balcony of its own with magnificent views. Two of the other bedrooms each have an en-suite toilet with a wash basin and then there is another double bedroom with an en-suite shower room.
The wonderful one-acre garden offers plenty to explore with the large lawn, patio area, terraces, and an apple orchard.£225From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Beaworthy, EnglandRosemary Cottage is in a very peaceful and rural location surrounded by lovely Devon countryside and is the perfect place for a getaway for two or for relaxing days out on the beach. You’ll be spoilt for choice in this part of the world with some of the best beaches in the UK being no more than about 45 minutes’ drive away. Or for those who love scenic walks and exploring then the options are endless. The property is located next door to the owner’s home, it is all on one level with comfortable and contemporary accommodation comprising an open plan living area with TV, dining area and kitchen. The bedroom has a double bed and there’s a shower room with a walk-in shower. Outside you’ll find a shared lawn and woodland and a private enclosed courtyard with seating and spaces to enjoy a lovely meal or evening drink.
Locally you will find an archery centre and the famous Warhorse Museum. Hatherleigh is nearby, with two pubs, a shop, fish and chip shop, tourist information and a great café that does all day breakfasts and delicious homemade cakes. This part of rural Devon is known as Ruby Country, ideal for walkers and countryside lovers, and is also within easy reach of the Tarka Trail which offers spectacular off-road walking and cycling.
Further afield, the stunning coastline offers plenty of beaches, ideal for surfing, swimming, and rock pool fun. The coastal towns of Bude, Clovelly, Bideford and Westward Ho! are all within easy reach by car, where you will find traditional seaside activities, surfing and the Southwest Coast Path. The pretty fishing villages of Padstow and Port Isaac, made famous by ’Doc Martin’, the hit TV series, are well worth a visit, as is mystical Tintagel with the legendary King Arthur’s castle. A shorter drive south takes you to the wild beauty of Dartmoor National Park where you can have a delightful pub lunch in the village of Belstone or take a walk on the moors and see Dartmoor ponies. Stunning Exmoor with its amazing night skies, Bodmin Moor, RHS Rosemoor at Great Torrington, several National Trust properties and a good variety of visitor attractions are all within easy reach too. Rosemary Cottage can be booked together with Bay Tree Cottage (UK42034) to accommodate up to 4 guests.£63From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bideford, EnglandHigh Park House is the perfect venue for a large family holiday or group reunions/getaways. Built in 1845 High Park House features on the ground floor two living rooms with cosy wood burners and smart TVs, a formal dining room, a large kitchen/diner perfect for creating holiday feasts. There’s also a utility room, a handy separate toilet and a boot room. And for some family fun there’s a games room with a pool table. Up on the first floor are seven bedrooms with five en-suites, to comfortably sleep sixteen guests. Within the grounds is an indoor swimming pool and hot tub which can be booked for exclusive use and a large natural lake with a decked terrace, to the front of the house is a large private lawn area and ample parking.
High Park House offers easy access to beaches, moors, golf courses, children friendly fun parks, and many other recreational activities. Bideford is the second largest town in North Devon with plenty to see and do including a lovely river front and port. The Southwest Coastal Path is a must for keen walkers and runners, as is the popular Tarka Trail, which stretches for c.180 miles and can be accessed locally. Swimming, surfing, canoeing and entertainment for all the family plus fishing are all close by. For a day with a difference why not take a trip across to Lundy Island? With regular trips from Bideford, measuring just 3 miles by ¾ mile, this entire island has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Westward Ho!, the nearest seaside village offers an array of seaside amenities including some fascinating curiosity shops, restaurants and cafes. Within easy reach are two popular top attractions, The Big Sheep amusement farm park and The Ultimate Adventure Centre! Being very close to the A39 Atlantic Highway, the property is conveniently located for day trips to other beautiful places such as Exmoor National Park with stunning dark skies for great star gazing and locations such as Clovelly, Hartland and North Cornwall. Beach 4 miles.£462From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tavistock, EnglandThe Old School House is a superb property situated in Horrabridge, on the edge of Dartmoor National Park.
It’s an extremely spacious 5000 square foot, late-Victorian former schoolhouse, built in 1875 of local stone and slate. This beautiful seven-bedroom holiday home comfortably accommodates up to twenty two guests and presents a wonderful base for a group of family and friends to enjoy a luxurious and relaxing break. The property showcases two hot tubs, six bathrooms, bath tubs lavishly positioned in two of the bedrooms, a games room, large garden, and a children’s play area. The main part of the building on the ground floor has a magnificent large kitchen and dining area with seating for up to twenty guests, an island worktop, exquisite quartz countertops and plenty of appliances. Other features include a pantry, boot room, cloakroom, the enormous living room with two large seating areas and a wood burner, patio doors opening out into the garden and a games room with a pool table and dartboard.
The annexed area at the far end can be accessed through a connecting hallway or via a separate entrance and it contains an additional open plan kitchen, living and dining area, a shower room and a staircase leading to the two bedrooms above. This beautiful, detached home has three staircases in total leading to the first floor which divides two bedrooms at the far end for eight guests, the extraordinary master ensuite bedroom in the middle for a couple and the other three bedrooms at the other end accommodating up to twelve guests. The final en-suite double bedroom is located on the ground floor. The private enclosed garden has a large lawn, a sprawling decked area, barbeque, outdoor seating, children’s play area, plus a large shed for all outdoor activity equipment. In front of the property is a large parking area with space for up to eight vehicles plus a covered carport.
Horrabridge is a beautiful village with a village green and medieval bridge on the banks of the River Walkham. It is serviced by a selection of shops including a post office and stores, bakery, fish and chip shop, art gallery and two pubs. Tavistock, a nearby thriving market town rich in history and tradition dating back to the 10th century, just 3½ miles away to the northwest.£957From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Torrington, EnglandFour Seasons Cottage is a beautiful cottage with a gorgeous, comfortable interior. There’s a living room with a wood burner and Smart TV, and the kitchen/diner is the hub of the cottage with all you’ll need for your holiday. Indulge in the cinema room with a 55” cinema-style Smart TV. Outside there is plenty to do from lounging on the patio and pebbled garden to having a soak in the hot tub! Between April and October, the outdoor above-ground pool (non-heated) will be available to use. Shared facilities include a sports/games lawn and access to 7.5 acres of land including free coarse fishing on the private lake. The owner will accept up to three/four horses on request, subject to availability. There are several resident horses on site, and you can arrange a grooming session at no cost during your stay, supervised by the owner and subject to availability. You are also welcome to collect eggs from the free-range chickens, proving great fun for everyone.
The property is a great base for exploring both North Devon and North Cornwall, boasting some of the best beaches in the country many of which are dog friendly and around 20-minute drive away. The famous Tarka trail walk is in easy reach just a few minutes’ drive away from the cottage, Along the way you will find many dog-friendly pubs and restaurants. Regularly used by walkers, runners and cyclists. There are many family attractions a short drive away including mini theme parks, farm parks, adventure centres for those adrenaline seekers, gardens, museums and stately homes. Just over 5 miles from Torrington or Great Torrington, a town built on the site of an ancient settlement at the top of a cliff with the river Torridge below. The town benefits from some great views and a regular pannier market. 18 miles from the capital town of Barnstaple with its Queens Theatre, cinema, leisure centre, tennis centre and indoor trampoline centre.
North Devon offers fantastic attractions such as Exmoor National Park with its ‘Dark Sky Reserve’. Explore coastal towns and villages such as Lynton and Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and Clovelly village all boasting breathtaking scenery. You’re spoilt for choice for beaches with Saunton, Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! all within easy reach by car. The Southwest Coastal Path runs through the rugged coastline offering stunning walks, and the Tarka Trail can be accessed locally, providing opportunities to follow a disused railway line and will take you through places like Fremington Quay and Yarde, Instow with its estuary beach and view towards the fishing village of Appledore through to Bideford, Barnstaple and beyond. And don’t forget Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks, both within easy reach by car.£186From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Newton Abbot, EnglandVirginia Cottage (ref 28108), Fig Cottage (ref W44213) and Wisteria Cottage (ref UKC2219) are all perfect for couples who enjoy walking, sightseeing and visiting National Trust properties. These properties are are situated in 10½ acres of unspoilt natural grounds on the edge of Dartmoor. All three barn conversions are set in a row in a courtyard setting, close to the owner’s home, smallholding and 5-pitch certified caravan site. The holiday properties are eco-friendly with solar panels, air source heat pumps and an environmentally-friendly hot water system. Walkers can explore Dartmoor, spot wild ponies, cross ancient stone bridges spanning the River Dart, and admire the Tors. Visit Castle Drogo, Lydford Gorge, Buckfast Abbey, Torbay, Kingswear and Dartmouth Castles. Exeter, with its stunning cathedral, is a short drive. A nature trail and cycle route can be found on the Forestry Commission land, 7 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Halwell, EnglandBig smart detached cottage converted from a barn. Farm to wander. Indoor swimming pool. Games room. Play area. Catering available. wood burning stove. Halwell 1 mile.£176From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
