Dog-friendly Hotels Norfolk
Discover the ultimate dog-friendly escape in Norfolk with our curated list of pet-friendly hotels and cottages. From sandy beaches to salt marshes, Norfolk offers a haven for you and your furry friend. Explore charming towns, roam dog-friendly coastlines, and book a hotel tailored for a memorable canine-friendly getaway in this picturesque corner of England.
North Walsham, EnglandThe Barn is a beautiful, four-bedroom holiday home resting near Hoveton & Wroxham in the Norfolk Broads. Near a National Park. Off-road parking. Bedrooms with en-suites. North Walsham 6.2 miles; Aylsham 10.6 miles; Norwich 13.6 miles.£301From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Dereham, EnglandThis glorious barn conversion has been meticulously designed and restored to create a luxurious holiday some for families and friends to enjoy. With open plan kitchen and dining area, the perfect space to come together and enjoy meals with your loved ones. Plus, large living area with games to keep the family entertained. Three kingsize bedrooms on the ground floor all with their own en-suite shower rooms. A spiral staircase leads to the large mezzanine, master bedroom, with kingsize bed plus en-suite bathroom, with bath and shower. Smart TVs in all downstairs bedrooms. From the lounge you will find sliding patio doors to the private and enclosed, rear and side garden, with private hot tub to sit back and relax in after a day exploring the local area. There is also a patio firepit and wood is included. A bespoke garden corner seating area, with built in firepit or drinks cooler, providing the perfect spot to enjoy al fresco dining on a warm day.
The Owl Barn is in a secluded spot, at a Hobby Farm within the owner’s grounds, there are chickens, turkey’s and ducks on site – Children are welcome to help with egg collection. Up to two well behaved dogs (kept on leads) are welcome (more dogs can be agreed with the owner before booking) and there are also dog kennels provided adjacent to the property in a shady spot, if you wish to go out for the day, sole use for Owl Barn guests. An enclosed horse paddock is also available for dogs to run free, horses accepted by request and private arrangement. Perfect for nature lovers, the owner offers access to a tranquil private nature walk within their grounds. Where you can enjoy the local nature. There is a pond and river at the end of the grounds, so please pay attention to warning signs and always supervise children and dogs. There are owl boxes in the trees with fitted cameras, which you will soon be able to view.
Conveniently placed, in the Norfolk village – Saham Toney, next door to an 18 hole Golf course and within a 5-minute drive to Watton, for all essential shops. Local pub within 1 mile. If you would like to explore the local area, Thetford Forest for high lodge forest adventure, Go Ape high ropes course and lots of great cycling and walking routes are just a 30-minute drive. Or take a trip to the stunning North Norfolk Coast and visit the long stretches of sandy beaches in traditional seaside towns, located within an hour’s drive. Norwich – a fine city, is well worth a visit. Offering something for everyone, with an abundance of independent and high street shops and restaurants, nestled within modern and medieval architecture and just a 40-minute drive.£179From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Great Yarmouth, EnglandWhite Stones Cottage is a truly delightful, semi-detached cottage in a perfect spot by the sea. Set only 400 yards from the sandy, unspoilt beaches with grassy dunes, it is the perfect place for your coastal getaway. With low beamed ceilings this property feels like a cosy rural country cottage, yet in a village location with plenty of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafés.
Caister-on-Sea is home to Caister castle, built in 1432, which currently houses am impressive classic car collection. Great Yarmouth is a short drive away, but also with great public transport links, you can leave the car and experience the quintessential British seaside experience. There is a fantastic pier which hosts live entertainment, a sea life centre and arcades, as well as candy floss, ice cream and proper fish and chip shops available along the main promenade. The Norfolk Broads National Park is also on your doorstep, and this impressive and unique landscape will entertain and inspire all the family by foot or by boat. Further west into the county of Norfolk you will find the fine city of Norwich, with a perfect blend of culture and history, the cathedral and castle make superb days out, if the shopping, food and entertainment do not grab you first. Beach 400 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandIn a splendid position within walking distance of the excellent sandy beach, this traditional detached family home enjoys an enclosed lawned garden. Comfortably furnished throughout, offering wonderful holiday accommodation for larger families and friends wishing to holiday together. Boasting four bedrooms and a sofa bed sleeping two people within the living room, complete with ground floor shower room, it is perfect for anyone wishing to avoid the stairs. The house is equipped with all modern day comforts and a wood burner to provide an extra warm welcome at any time of year.
Sea Palling has a glorious sandy beach, a paradise for children, which is backed with dunes, perfect for beach picnics, and some areas are open to dogs. The beach is popular for sightings of local sea colonies and it has a lifeguard and boat launching facility. The local shop and pub are just 500 yards away and it is ideally placed to take advantage of the myriad attractions on offer. The village also has a local fish shop, café, fish and chip shop, pub with music (seasonal) which serves food all day, an amusement arcade, children’s playground and a water sports shop, which also hires water sports equipment.
An easy drive is the Norfolk Broads which is a haven for wildlife. The expanse of waterways is best explored by boat, and daily motor launch hire and river trips are available daily with plenty of riverside restaurants and picnic opportunities along the way. Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, is 12 miles away. For children, visit the treetop adventure park of BeWILDerwood at Horning, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade and Thrigby Wildlife Park.
The traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth, 16 miles, has a fun fair and amusements, or continue along the coastal path to Winterton-on-Sea. Further afield are the seaside resorts of Cromer and Sheringham, famous for shell fish and the Poppy Line Steam Railway. Further along the coastal route are RSPB and salt marsh nature reserves for excellent walks and bird watching opportunities. Boat trips to visit the basking seal colonies at Blakeney Point Nature Reserve are available from both Blakeney and Morston Quay. The city of Norwich, 20 miles, has excellent shopping, two indoor shopping centres, cafés, restaurants, a theatre, cinema complex, castle museum and cathedral. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£105From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandTucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, Allawah House offers a stylish retreat for discerning guests looking for somewhere to relax, unwind and enjoy the North Norfolk coastline. Aptly named, the word ‘Allawah’ is Aboriginal in origin and means ‘make you abode here’ or ‘remain here’, and given how light and airy this detached property is, you may well be tempted to stay put and just enjoy the spacious accommodation. It boasts two bathrooms and a ground floor toilet, a well-equipped kitchen and a sun room. Together with an outdoor electric sun shade, it means that you can enjoy the south-facing garden at any time of the day.
Venturing out, you will find a string of pretty coastal towns and villages with a range of habitats, including wide sandy beaches, marshes and quays. Visit nearby Hunstanton for the Sealife Centre, seasonal seal trips and a host of other seaside attractions. Head east from here and pass through local beauty spots such as Burnham-Overy-Staithe, Brancaster, Holkham,and Wells-next-the-Sea, which boasts a picturesque quay and a narrow gauge railway that takes you down to the beach with its pretty painted beach huts. Head a little further and you can enjoy the pursuit of crabbing on Blakeney Quay, too.
History buffs will enjoy a visit to the Sandringham and Holkham Estates and should also take the time to explore the Hanseatic Quarter of Old Kings Lynn. Bird watchers will enjoy trips to Titchwell, Cley and Welney and wildlife lovers will surely take a deer safari in nearby Snettisham. Add in attractions such as Norfolk Lavender, great walks and cycle routes and lots of places to eat and drink (many of which serve seasonal local produce) and you will soon see why people flock to this part of the glorious Norfolk coastline year after year. And, what a treat to return to Allawah and remain there for a great night’s sleep, perhaps to dream of adventures yet to come. Beach 4 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£99From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, EnglandSet in the heart of the tranquil Broadland village of Ludham, just a 5 minutes’ walk from the village centre and 10 minutes’ walk to Womack Water with its village green and boat moorings. Tucked away in a cul de sac, Toadstool Cottage offers spacious, contemporary, and comfortably furnished home from home, boasting an enclosed lawn garden with seating furniture, secure for children and dogs alike.
Ludham village boasts a post office and stores, public house, tearoom, butcher, and doctor’s surgery. Nearby is Womack Staithe, where you can launch paddle boards is part of the Norfolk Broads and provides access to the River Thurne which has great fishing opportunities together with pedaloes and boat hire and a village green to enjoy an ice-cream, simply sit awhile and soak up the boating activity and wildlife. There are many excellent walking and cycling opportunities available in the area, with miles of riverside and countryside walks available locally.
Set amongst a gentle and tranquil landscape, dotted with ancient churches, wind pumps and nature reserves, this area of Norfolk offers a wealth of opportunity to enjoy the countryside at any pace. Nearby, How Hill Nature Reserve with its marshes, meadows, woodland, and open water, is well worth exploring. Riverside pubs and cafés are plentiful, and a number of Broadland centres offer bike and canoe hire - possibly the most delightful way to discover the lovely reed lined waterways and their abundant wildlife.
Visitors can also hire hourly/day boats at Potter Heigham, 2 miles. Wroxham, known as the capital of the Broads, is just 7 miles away, and is perfect for daily boat hire, river trips, riverside restaurants, cafés, pubs, and shops. For the children, BeWILDerwood, a magical tree top adventure park and the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade both promise children a day to remember. The lovely dune backed sandy beaches at Sea Palling and Winterton on Sea are just 8 miles. For lively family fun, visitors need look no further than Great Yarmouth, with funfair and traditional seaside amusements, and Pleasure wood Hills theme park at Lowestoft. Pub within 1 mile.£119From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Great Yarmouth, EnglandThis stylish, characterful Edwardian mid terrace offers a great space for family/extended family seaside holidays. Refurbished and redecorated throughout, it offers a very good standard of comfort, with attention to detail to ensure your stay is relaxing and enjoyable. The vibrant and retro quirky styling offers a wonderful, colourful fun holiday home. The property benefits from ground floor bedroom and walk-in shower room for guests wishing to avoid steps and stairs. Three further bedrooms are located on first floor, with family bathroom. The living room has electric flame effect fire and comfy sofas to relax and enjoy cosy nights in. The kitchen is well equipped to prepare family meals and the extending dining table in the dining room adjacent will seat up to eight for family meals. To the rear is a private sunny enclosed walled courtyard garden, perfect for relaxing and eating alfresco, or a peaceful drink at night under the solar lights.
Situated in the heart of the popular traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth, within walking distance of shops, pubs and 20 minutes’ walk to the wonderful sandy beach and Marine Parade with its wealth of attractions available. Great Yarmouth has a 15 mile stretch of glorious sandy beach with pier, entertainment, Sea Life Centre, bowling, amusements, donkey rides, bouncy castles, wax world, model village, fun fair for both small children and adrenaline rides, crazy golf, water park, restaurants, cafés and pubs. Deck chairs are available for hire and boat trips to visit the seals at Scroby Sands. Central beach hosts fireworks spectacular each Wednesday (weather permitting) during the summer season. With many activities available all year round, please note some have seasonal openings. The town centre has shopping mall and market square; a great place for seeking fresh fish, sea food and fruit, along with supermarkets and a train station close by.
Quayside is home to Time and Tide museum and Nelson’s museum. Nearby (5 minutes’ drive) is the stadium for grey hound racing, stock car racing and Horse Racing Course. The famous Norfolk Broads is just 18 miles away, a National Park with over 125 miles of waterways. There are daily river and boat trips and riverside eateries. The city of Norwich (21 miles) for excellent shopping two indoor malls, market square, cathedral, castle museum, theatre, cafés and restaurants. Thrigby Wildlife Centre, Pleasurewood Hills theme park, Somerleyton Hall and Gardens within an hour’s drive. Beach 1 mile. Dog-friendly pub 528 yards, shop and take away restaurants 100 yards.£102From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Melton Constable, EnglandLocated in the small village of Saxthorpe, this traditional English cottage, with original beams, has been restored to a very high standard and offers four bedrooms. It also has large living room with a stunning inglenook fireplace - the perfect spot where you can unwind by the crackling fire on chilly evening. Plush sofas and tasteful décor create an inviting atmosphere for relaxation. The kitchen is a chef’s delight, equipped with modern appliances and ample counter space. Whether you’re preparing a hearty breakfast or a gourmet dinner, this kitchen has everything you need. The sun room opens out onto the south-facing, enclosed rear garden, ideal for pets and children. Here you can relax, read a book while listening to the water at the nearby mill or watch the stars in the stunning Norfolk sky. Upstairs, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms, each uniquely decorated to create a comfortable and tranquil retreat. The master suite boasts its own en-suite with slipper bath.
Saxthorpe and its surroundings offer a wide range of activities for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. Take leisurely walks or bike rides along the scenic countryside lanes, discovering hidden trails, and enjoying the serene beauty of the landscape. Visit the quaint local pubs in Saxthorpe and nearby villages, where you can savour traditional British cuisine and mingle with friendly locals. Explore historical sites such as the nearby Blickling Estate, a magnificent Jacobean mansion with beautiful gardens and walking trails. Embark on fishing trips, horseback riding, or birdwatching excursions in the surrounding countryside. Attend local events, fairs, and festivals to immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of Norfolk.
Holt is a popular North Norfolk town, bursting with Georgian charm. It’s a shoppers’ paradise, with art and antique galleries, independent fashion boutiques and gift shops, grocery stores offering the best of local produce and a good selection of cafés, pubs and restaurants to tempt your taste buds. If you enjoy walking, Holt has its own 100-acre Country Park and Kelling Heath, with its pretty woodland trails, close by and of course, there are miles and miles of the North Norfolk coastal path to explore too.
Pop along to Cromer with its famous pier and sample the delights of Cromer crab, made particularly delicious by the chalk shelf and Cromer boasts Britain’s only barrier reef. Children will love Amazonia Zoo with an array of animals and its indoor and outdoor play areas. On the outskirts of Holt is Holt Railway Station. From here you can catch the Poppy Line steam train and take a ride to Weybourne and Sheringham.
The medieval town of Norwich with its cobbled streets is perfect for a bit of retail therapy or for history buffs. If you fancy a day on the water pop along to the Norfolk Broads and hire a boat. Inglenook offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the countryside while providing plenty of opportunities for leisure and exploration. It’s a place where you can create cherished memories with family and friends, and truly embrace the idyllic Norfolk lifestyle.£119From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
EnglandNestled in the heart of the village, this Grade II listed cottage, with a history that speaks of tradition, promises an enchanting experience. Ideal for larger families or multiple family groups, offering four well-appointed bedrooms and ample space to celebrate any occasion.
A statement piece is the ‘stocked’ bar, provided on an honesty basis. Another stand-out feature is the private hot tub, a beautiful touch. The hot tub is the perfect way to soak away the stress and soak in the beauty of the countryside. Cook up a feast on the BBQ, enjoy al fresco dining within the high walled enclosed lawn garden. The kitchen is well-equipped for preparing meals, and the living spaces invite relaxation with comfortable furnishings and a cosy ambiance. The elegant dining room allows all family members to dine together. Walkers and dog walkers alike will love the trails found locally, although the garden is a great place for just messing about. On sunny days, throw open the French doors to the conservatory, or simply snuggle up in front of the open fire on cooler evenings. A games room has pool table and dart board.
The surrounding areas abound with rivers and forests for all types of walking, cycling, fishing and boating. National trust Oxborough Hall (3 miles) also reached by local foot-trails. Gooderstone Water Gardens, Church Farm Rare Breeds Petting Farm, High Lodge at Thetford Forest hosts Summer concerts and ’Go Ape’ extreme adventure trails. Kings Lynn Corn Exchange Theatre and Arts Centre has an exciting family friendly programme of events. Two golf courses at Denver and Swaffham. The coastline has excellent sandy beaches and salt marshes nature reserves to explore; Snettisham is the closest sandy beach. The traditional seaside resorts of Hunstanton and Heacham. Hunstanton, 29 miles, has a pier with lively seasonal entertainment, a Sea Life Centre and cliff-top golf course. Heacham, 27 miles, is home to Norfolk Lavender. Sandringham Estate, the King’s country residence, museum, superb gardens and park. Ely, 21 miles, Cathedral, Saturday market, shops, a pretty water-front and boat hire.£175From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
