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.
Brixham, EnglandRanscombe House was built at the end of the 19th century and has amazing views overlooking Brixham’s outer harbour, marina and across to Torbay. This semi-detached residence is an excellent choice for your stay in South Devon. This eight bedroom former guest house is set in its own grounds with car parking for twelve cars and a lawned garden in which to relax in peace and tranquillity and there is a barbecue for your enjoyment. This spacious holiday home has been decorated and furnished to a good standard offering a fabulous house for friends to get together, celebrations and large family holidays. Attached to the owner’s apartment, the property sleeps twenty people and all bedrooms are en-suite. There is a large kitchen and living/dining room. There is even a bar on the lower ground floor, with Sky TV with sports package, billiards and a selection of games. There is a small snug for those quiet times as well.
Ranscombe House is conveniently located with the harbour, shops and restaurants just a 3-minute stroll away. For nature lovers, nearby Berry Head is a National Nature Reserve and gateway site for the UNESCO-supported English Riviera Global Geopark, while the South West Coast Path offers breathtaking walks. Nearby Breakwater Beach is well worth a visit. Visit Brixham and experience one of the treasures of the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay and its myriad of attractions. For things to do for families, Torquay is a hive of activity throughout the year. There are many beaches to choose from as well as Kent’s Cavern to explore or Living Coasts to visit where you can walk with penguins. There are also plenty of sightseeing excursions, boat and fishing trips out into the bay, or take a boat trip to Torquay and Dartmouth for a day out. Paignton is most famous for its wonderful zoo, whilst Babbacombe plays host to a world in miniature in the form of its acclaimed model village. Agatha Christie’s summer residence ‘Greenway’ is also close by. This is an ideal holiday home all year round. Beach 500 yards. Shop and restaurant 500 yards, pub 100 yards.£264From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Brixham, EnglandAmazing historic thatched cottage on the edge of Brixham. Host of period features including beams and inglenook fireplace. Open fire. Modern kitchen and bathrooms. Paignton 6 miles.£142From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandThe Quarterbeth is a beautiful wing of a Georgian house in Brixham harbour with sea views from most rooms but has the benefit of a relatively level walk into town (a luxury in this port town)! The property is just a few steps from the seawall and all the pubs, cafés and restaurants Brixham has to offer and it showcases a brand new kitchen, open plan living area, two double bedrooms, a family bathroom and an additional downstairs toilet. The South West Coastal path is directly in front of the house and various boat trips and cliff walks are on the doorstep.
The property is a newly converted and totally independent portion of the owners family home. The living, dining and kitchen spaces are made up of two original Georgian rooms, so high ceilings and great proportions, but with a brand new boiler and radiators there is no danger of being cold! One bedroom and the toilet are downstairs and the other bedroom and shower room are upstairs where there is also a washer/dryer. These rooms are smaller as they are built into what was originally a sail loft added to the side of the house at some point in the 19th century. The hallway and bathrooms have underfloor heating and heated towel bars to help with drying out wet shoes/coats/etc. Behind the kitchen is a small courtyard where you can either sit outside and/or hang clothes (please note that it does not have a gate to separate it from the main front garden). There is a garden bench in the front garden where you are welcome to sit and have a coffee and watch the world go by.
The house has no parking outside but it is possible to pull over to unload before parking in the secure public car park for which the owners provide one parking permit for (approx 500m away). Additional parking can be rented from Torbay council. The bus also stops directly outside the property although you do not really need it as it is a very short walk into Brixham town/harbour and Breakwater Beach. Brixham is a working seaside town with narrow streets and quaint lanes, situated around a beautiful harbour. As Brixham is a fishing port, it is easy to find a restaurant that specialises in fresh fish and you can regularly find the ‘catch of the day’ being served. The vast majority of pubs, cafés and restaurants are dog friendly. Beach ½ mile.£116From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brixham, EnglandNestled inside the bustling fishing port of Brixham, just outside the harbour bowl, is the beautiful Portside. Being under a mile from the town and beaches, it really is a gem. On entering the property, you will be greeted by a light and airy hall leading to the open plan living space. Relax on the sumptuous sofas next to the toasty wood burner on those chilly evenings or retreat from the fun filled summer days to relax and enjoy a movie. With dining for four and a further breakfast bar the sociable dining is perfect for families and entertaining. The fully fitted kitchen is fully equipped, perfect for cooking up a storm. The family bathroom features modern wood effect tiles that really ties in with the nautical location in Brixham, try to resist a pamper in the bath after a day exploring. On the first floor are two great sized bedrooms facing to the rear of the property over the sun trap that is the terraced garden. The master bedroom features a kingsize bed whilst the second bedroom has zip and link twin beds which can be super kingsize on request.
The location really sets this property apart, with an abundance of sandy coves to explore, the fish market on the harbour and Berry Head all within easy access you will be spoilt for choice for activities.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Salcombe, England
4.56Just a stone’s throw from the chic seaside town of Salcombe in Devon, dog-friendly Soar Mill Cove Hotel & Spa offers warm and welcoming hospitality in a picturesque coastal setting.
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Bridford, England 5.00A haven in the wilds of Dartmoor, dog-friendly Weeke Barton is a 500-year old rural home that has been transformed into a chic and stylish guesthouse.
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Umberleigh, EnglandEastacombe is a traditional, detached village cottage that has undergone a complete transformation, having been totally renovated and extended in 2022/23. Access by car is easy to Eggesford Forest (10 miles towards Exeter), with the local country pub just a bit further along the A377 where you can have lunch before a walk in the woods. If you like a round of golf, more locally is Libbaton Golf Club at High Bickington, just 3 miles away, where anyone can have a game along with a beer or two and a meal.
The amazing accommodation on offer comprises four bedrooms on the first floor; two with lovely en-suites and all with Smart TVs. On the ground floor you’ll find the fifth bedroom, plus there’s a handy additional wet room. The living spaces include a huge open plan living space with a kitchen and large breakfast bar, as well as all the cooking utensils you may need. If you fancy relaxing away from the rest of the group there’s a gorgeous snug with a cosy wood burner at the front of the cottage. Outside you’ll find the patio and lawned garden, with a purpose built outdoor cooking area with a pizza oven and barbecue, and then there’s the hot tub you can relax in under the stars. And if you fancy some entertaining, you’ll love the games room which has pool and table tennis tables, table football and a dart board, plus a games console and its own toilet.
Within easy reach by car are the county’s two National Parks; Exmoor and Dartmoor. The location is 8 miles from the regional capital town of Barnstaple with its many cafés and restaurants, Queens Theatre, multi-screen cinema, leisure centre with swimming pool, a purpose-built tennis centre with indoor and outdoor courts, and an indoor trampoline centre. Just 30 miles to the south is the historic city of Exeter.
North Devon is famed for its fantastic natural attractions such as Exmoor National Park, with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’, the many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Lynton and Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village. If stunning beaches are your thing, then the region will leave you spoilt for choice with Saunton, Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! Beaches. The fantastic South West Coast Path runs through the region’s rugged coastline, perfect for walkers and view seekers and offering 90 miles of stunning walks.£235From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Beaworthy, England 5.00The Woodshed is the former timber store to Buckland Mill, which was converted into its current incarnation in 2019 by the current owners. It is in a beautifully peaceful and private forest clearing which after a short drive through it gloriously comes into sight! There is ample parking available to the front of the barn and as you enter you are greeted by the characterful open plan living room with plenty of seating and a cosy wood burner. The beautiful beech and copper staircase, with wood sourced from the woodland, leads to the first floor and two lovely bedrooms comprising a double and a kingsize, both with quality, modern en-suite shower rooms. Back downstairs, the dining area and modern, well-equipped kitchen are both framed by a lovely, exposed stone wall. The whole of the ground floor also benefits from underfloor heating.
Heading out from the kitchen, there is a warm tiled hallway which is perfect for keeping your outdoor accessories and walking boots and there’s access to a separate toilet and a handy enclosed courtyard area with a dog shower. The hallway can also double up as a peaceful retreat where you can sit and relax. Outside, you can enjoy roaming the vast 25 acres of pasture and woodland where domestic sheep and wild deer can sometimes be seen grazing. The grouinds boast an amazing varierty of birdlife including owls, woodpeckers, pheasants, Canada geese, moorhens and indeed everything from the smallest of finches to large birds of prey. Mr Fox is also a frequent visitor! Solitude is plentiful - you can simply relax just up a few steps in the private lawned area, or if you are feeling more sociable, sit by the firepit with a drink in hand. Should you be the ‘energetic sort’, there is a pétanque piste, which will inevitably require a healthy supply of wine to appreciate the ambience! The property has 25 acres (approximately 50% pasture land and 50% woodland) which guests are welcome to roam on. The small lawn behind the barn is the only private area though. The rest is shared with the owner when they are present next door and there is a public right of way through the forest.
The Woodshed is approximately 7 miles from Great Torrington and 14 miles south of the port town of Bideford and just 20 miles from the Cornish coastal town of Bude to the West. Devon is famed for its fantastic natural attractions such as Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks, and the former with its magical night skies in Europe’s first ’Dark Sky Reserve’, many rugged coastal towns and quaint villages such as Lynton & Lynmouth, Ilfracombe and the world-famous Clovelly Village in North Devon and King Arthur’s Tintagel and many other North Cornwall coastal villages - all with awe-inspiring scenery.
With its selection of stunning beaches it will leave you spoilt for choice with award winning stretches of sand like Saunton, Woolacombe and Croyde and not far from Bideford is Westward Ho! Beach. The Tarka Trail is on the doorstep and the fantastic South West Coastal Path offers 90 miles of amazing walks.£65From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Crediton, EnglandThe Cider Barn is a luxurious and spacious three-bedroom holiday home with a hot tub, two bathrooms and a large private garden set in the heart of Devon. Originally a 17th-century farmstead, the accommodation has been refurbished to a high standard for up to six guests to enjoy, and the property feels stylish and beautiful with its unique interiors. The barn is attached to the back of the owner’s farmhouse but guests will have private access with their own front door and driveway space, enough for up to four cars.
As you enter, you will be welcomed into the hallway area which has bench seating, a washer/dryer, and is perfect for hanging coats up and kicking off those wellies after a bracing walk in the countryside. The spacious living room is comfortably furnished with a large corner sofa, Smart TV with Freeview and a gas wood burner. One of the kingsize bedrooms is located on the ground floor and there is a handy shower room across the hallway.
Head upstairs to discover the other two kingsize bedrooms, one of which has zip and link beds and can be set up with twin beds if requested. The family bathroom is fitted with a shower over the bath, offering the choice of a relaxing soak or a refreshing shower. The elegant kitchen/diner is also located on the first floor, making the most of the beautiful views across the countryside. It is well equipped with all the key appliances and offers plenty of space to enjoy a meal together sat at the large dining table.
The secluded garden is a fantastic space to relax and unwind in with its lawn, seating area, charcoal barbeque and private wood-fired hot tub backing onto the surrounding fields. A pizza oven can be rented for a small fee and trout fishing is also available on request. There are two footpaths meandering through the owner’s land which can be accessed 100m from the front door of The Cider Barn, leading off into the fields or to the local pubs which serve the most delicious food.
The historic cathedral city of Exeter is 12 miles away with easy parking and a direct rail link from Crediton. The scenic national parks of Exmoor and Dartmoor are within a 40-minute drive away. Dartmoor is a vast moorland defined by forests, rivers, wetlands, and tors (rock formations). The South Devon ‘Jurassic’ coast is a 50-minute drive away while the rugged North Devon coast and surfing beaches are a 60-minute drive away. The Cider Barn is ideal for families and groups of friends looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday.£160From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Paignton, EnglandPalm View is a delightful holiday property situated just outside of the town of Paignton, a seaside town making up part of the beautiful English Riviera and close to the beautiful village of Stoke Gabriel. This pet friendly bungalow benefits off road parking and picturesque garden and is just a 10-minute downhill walk into the town.
As you enter Palm View you find yourself in the bright and airy open plan living/dining/kitchen area. With fully equipped kitchen and central island, perfect for rustling up a good meal. The living/dining area is alongside this with comfortable sofa seating, Freeview TV and glimpses of the sea. This area as a whole is very social with doors opening out onto the rear garden, a great set up for hosting those summer barbecues for family and friends. The rear garden is a lovely area to sit out in with various plants/shrubs and seating on the decked area. There is also a large studio in the back garden which guests can use as a games room/lounge area with sofa seating. Back into the property and there are three good sized bedrooms, sleeping up to seven guests! The main bedroom contains a double bed and has fitted wardrobes for guests use. The second bedroom also contains a double bed and the third bedroom has a double bed with single bunk over, a great room for children or adults alike. The family shower room in the property boasts a walk-in shower and stylish his and hers sinks.
Just up the road from Palm View are Primley Woods, a large field and wooded area which is great for walking those four legged friends. Just a short walk downhill into the first part of the town is where you can find several takeaways, shops and pubs as well as a laundrette if needed. A bit further into town and onto Paignton seafront and beach with its arcades, pier, mini golf course and various pubs/restaurants often hosting live music. Paignton harbour also has some good quality new restaurants, especially for seafood. If guests are wanting to explore the local area as well as Paignton, the nearby towns of Torquay with its marina, the famous fishing town of Brixham and Dartmouth and Kingswear are a relatively short drive away, as is the nearby city of Exeter. The town is only a 15 minute walk and only a 20 minute walk from the coast.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
