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.
Eccles-on-Sea, EnglandTucked neatly behind the sand dunes and just yards from the glorious sandy beach at Sea Palling, this delightful single-storey, terraced holiday property has been completely renovated and makes a wonderful base for a seaside holiday. It enjoys extensive countryside views to the front of the property. Winterton’s circular walks and nature reserve, and fishing, boat trips and boat hire on the beautiful Norfolk Broads are all just a few miles away. Visit the grey seal colony and their pups at Horsey Gap Beach (between November - February). For children there is the treetop adventure park of BeWILDerwood at Horning, and family fun time at Great Yarmouth. Alternatively, visit the fine city of Norwich, with its castle, cathedral, museums, theatres and shopping. Walking, sailing, fishing, birdwatching and cycle hire all available locally. The owner offers a full laundry service to guests at a charge. Beach 300 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile. This property can be booked together with UK32108 to accommodate upto 4 guests.£55From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Horning, EnglandCelebrate in style with friends and family at this substantial venue, sleeping up to fifteen guests. You can either relax at the property in the hot tub or large garden or explore the many things to see and do in the surrounding area. You can also enjoy a game of pool in the utility room which has a pool table and seating along with the washing machine, tumble dryer and Belfast sink. The kitchen has a warming Aga, and steps lead down to a breakfast area with a dining table and seating for eight guests. The larger, formal dining room has a dining table and seating for 12-14 guests.
This elegant, detached house is ideal for groups, families or couples and blends character with every day modern day comforts. It is perfectly positioned to explore the Norfolk Broads National Park and Norfolk’s amazing coastline with sandy beaches and RSPB bird reserves. Neighbouring the owners’ working arable farm (not accessible to guests) it is privately surrounded by its own large garden.
It has nearby links to public footpaths and bridleways, including Weavers Way, winding 61 miles through the North Norfolk countryside. Another way to enjoy the area is on horseback; there is a equestrian centre nearby (within ½ mile) where you can hire a horse for the day, or you can even house your own horse, with a variety of livery options available. The centre is registered with Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) charity. There are tremendous circular cycling routes via Dilham Canal and a wealth of opportunities for walking direct from the doorstep, so do remember to pack your walking boots. For anglers, there is carp fishing within ½ mile.
The market town of North Walsham, 6 miles, has a good selection of shops, supermarkets, bank, a weekly market, bowling alley, leisure centre with swimming pool, restaurants, and cafés. Worstead church is a superb 14th-century building, full of historic and architectural interest. Wroxham, the capital of the Norfolk Broads is 6½ miles for daily boat hire and river trips, waterside restaurants, cafés and shops. It also has a train station with links to Norwich city, 13 miles, for excellent shopping centres, theatre, market, castle museum, cathedral, cafés and restaurants, and coast and Bure Valley Steam Railway; a nostalgic 18-mile trip by steam on Norfolk’s longest narrow gauge railway which runs between the historic market towns of Aylsham and Wroxham, with wayside halts serving the picturesque Broadland villages of Brampton, Buxton and Coltishall, where you can hop off and on to explore by foot. The popular seaside town of Cromer, 15 miles, has a beach, promenade gardens, pier, shops, cafés and restaurants. There are sandy beaches at Happisburgh, Mundesley and Bacton within 20 minutes’ drive. Felbrigg and Blickling Halls (National Trust), and Sheringham Park are all within a 30-minute drive. A must for families is BeWILDerwood at Horning, a tree top adventure woodland, 7 miles and Dinosaur Park at Weston Park, 19 miles. Beach 8 miles. Pub 1 mile, shop 5 miles and restaurant 4 miles.£511From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brundall, EnglandThis wonderful detached cottage with wrap around private garden and hot tub is tucked away in peaceful countryside. Nestled near the village church within the very quaint, small and rural village of Norton Subcourse. It is within easy distance of the larger village of Loddon just a few minutes’ drive away and the pretty market town of Beccles, 14 minutes, with supermarkets, shops, cafés and regular market days.
Surrounded by open countryside, spectacular walks and excellent cycle routes can be enjoyed from the doorstep. The neighbouring village of Thurlton, ¾ miles, boasts a local shop and a friendly public house. The area has excellent road links providing easy access to both sandy beaches and the National Park Norfolk Broads for daily boat hire and river trips. Reedham Ferry, a chain linked ferry crossing, is just 2 miles away and takes you on a trip across the River Yare, with a pub serving good food awaiting on the opposite side, and miles more marshes and villages to explore.
Fishing is available along the River Yare (licence required). Enjoy a day trip to the medieval city of Norwich and explore its Norman castle, many museums, theatre and galleries. Two excellent indoor shopping malls, market square and an abundance of great places to eat and drink. Alternatively, explore the Norfolk Broads where you can join a tour or even charter your own day launch to explore the miles of waterways. Daily boat hire and river trips available at Loddon and Beccles. A 30-minute drive takes you to the traditional seaside resort of Great Yarmouth with its Golden Mile amusements, fun fair, waxworks, pitch and putt, Sea Life Centre and shopping centre. Suffolk coastline includes everything from traditional seaside resorts with good sandy beaches including Lowestoft, through to popular Southwold with its life boat museum, lighthouse, shops and pubs. Enjoy the thrills of Pleasurewood Hills American theme park, 12 miles away.
Relax and enjoy the tranquil grounds of Somerleyton Hall, 8 miles. Travel north to explore Cromer with its pier, working life boat centre, sandy beach and town centre. Blakeney Quay, historic Holt and the Royal Sandringham Estate are all within a 2 hour drive. For birdwatchers there are RSPB sites available locally. There are lots of amazing places to seek out which serve great seasonal and locally produced foods. With so much to see and do in the area, you will soon see why Norfolk is so high up on many visitor’s lists.Beach 13 miles. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant ¾ miles.£135From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Saxlingham Thorpe, England
4.00This impressive, detached house stands proudly in two acres of land, which is divided into formal garden and woodland. Furnished to a very good standard by its owner, it creates a relaxing and stylish environment, and with its indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and sauna, it is a perfect holiday location for family celebrations or a get together, whatever the season. Sandalls Marsh is ideally situated for exploring Norfolk and Suffolk. The historical market towns of Diss, Loddon and Wymondham are well worth a visit, as is the unspoilt North Norfolk Coast, with its pretty coastal villages and glorious beaches. Alternatively, spend a day enjoying the famous Norfolk Broads. Children will love BeWILDerwood, the treetop adventure park. The Suffolk Heritage Coast and the popular seaside towns of Southwold and Lowestoft are less than 30 miles away. The historical city of Norwich is just 6 miles away, with its cathedrals, museums, theatre, excellent shopping and cosmopolitan cafés. Thetford Forest is only 10 miles for adventure walking and cycle routes. Golf and walking are available locally. Beach 25 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub ¼ mile.£305From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bacton, England 4.50"Samphire is perfect for summer holidays or winter escapes, for reunions and family gatherings. This delightful, three-storey, Victorian mid-terrace property has been completely renovated to provide spacious and stylish accommodation, an ideal choice at any time of year. There is a great, contemporary kitchen with a breakfast area and a spacious living/dining room which is great for entertaining. It has four bedrooms in total; three bedrooms on the first floor comprising two kingsize rooms, one of which boasts en-suite facilities, and a twin room, together with the family bathroom. On the second floor is a bedroom designed with four single beds, a great space to ‘hang out’ with toys, books, DVDs and games, plus a PlayStation 3 and a 43" Freeview TV.
The property is located in the coastal village of Bacton just 200 yards away from a sandy beach. Popular Bacton Wood is close by for walking, cycling, picnics and bird watching. Great family days out include the outdoor adventure park BeWILDerwood at Horning, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, Pettits Animal Park at Reedham and Banham Zoo. Cromer and Sheringham are 12 miles away for traditional seaside attractions, or visit Wroxham, known as the ‘capital of the Broads’, 12 miles away, where you can hire a day boat and explore the waterways. There is also a train station, model village, waterside restaurants, cafés and shops available.
For the gardener, a visit to the 32 acres of garden at the Old Vicarage Gardens at East Ruston is a must. Golfers will enjoy Mundesley and the Royal Cromer golf course. National Trust properties nearby include Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park and Horsey Wind Pump. Visit Horsey Beach between December and February, and you may spot hundreds of grey seals and pups on the beach. Alternatively, visit the historical city of Norwich, with its cathedral, theatres, museums, cobbled streets and an array of shops and cafés. Sea fishing is available nearby. Beach 200 yards. Shop and restaurant 350 yards, pub 1 mile."£142From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dereham, England 5.00Next door to the owner’s farmhouse but still enjoying complete privacy, Alder Lodge is the perfect choice for discerning guests seeking somewhere stylish and to relax and unwind. Boasting a private hot tub and enclosed garden there is a lovely spacious living room and dining area and an en-suite bathroom which has both a corner bath and a separate shower cubicle.
Nestled within picturesque rural Norfolk, this is also a great base from which to explore all that the area has to offer. And, there really is lots to do, with something for every taste within easy reach. Keen shoppers, foodies and history buffs alike will enjoy a visit to the fine city of Norwich. This medieval city boasts a Norman castle, numerous museums and galleries, cinemas, theatres and lots of great places to eat, shop and drink, including the Lanes which is filled with independent retailers and boutique bars, cafes and restaurants. Closer still lies the Mid Norfolk Railway, which offers trips from Yaxham to Wymondham.
Coast lovers can be at the stunning North Norfolk coastline in under 45 minutes. Here you will find a string of pretty coastal villages and towns with beaches, quays and salt marshes all ready to be explored. Make time for a spot of crabbing at Blakeney Quay or a boat trip to see the seals, or visit Cromer and take a walk along the much photographed pier.
In 50 minutes, you can be in Great Yarmouth, enjoying all the fun of the fair or strolling along the famous Golden Mile. Animal lovers should take the 30 minute drive to Banham Zoo, sports lovers should check out Fakenham Races and culture buffs must visit Blickling Hall with its beautiful estate. After a busy days sightseeing, why not relax in your private hot tub and daydream about adventures yet to come. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lamas, England 5.00Lock Cottage offers the perfect place in which to relax and unwind, having a stunning location overlooking the water meadows, a natural habitat for bird and wildlife, so be sure to bring binoculars! Lock Cottage has been renovated to a very high standard and offers spacious and contemporary living, boasting its own games room with table tennis and first floor balcony terrace taking full advantage of the amazing views. Located on the edge of a peaceful village with a local shop and pub a short walk away, the cottage neighbours an impressive water mill and water meadows with miles of riverside walks, fishing and canoeing. Set between the Broads and the North Norfolk coastline, the cottage offers an excellent holiday location. The Broads are just a short drive away and at Wroxham, the ‘capital of the Broads’, daily boat hire is available to explore the famous waterways abundant with bird and wildlife, as well as many inns, restaurants or cafés that can be found along the riverside. Norfolk’s coastline with soft sandy beaches is readily accessible, as are RSPB bird and nature reserves, the coastal path offering bracing walks and the traditional seaside resorts of Cromer and Sheringham which offer a range of amenities to suit all ages. Explore the many traditional market towns, National Trust properties and gardens along with the popular city of Norwich renowned for its excellent shopping and beautiful Norman castle museum. For activities appealing to children try Banham Zoo, Wroxham Barns and Craft Centre, Bewilderwood at Horning, Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade, West Runton Shire Horse Centre or Splash fun pool at Sheringham. Shop and pub ¼mile. £170From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
North Walsham, EnglandBoasting its own hot tub (open all year) and with its own outdoor heated swimming pool (open May Spring Bank Holiday to mid-September), this single-storey holiday property is a perfect venue for enjoying a peaceful holiday. Set back from the roadside, The Nest offers spacious and comfortable accommodation, with two conservatories, one of which is south-facing and overlooks the swimming pool, a great hot spot for sitting and relaxing in, the other doubles up as utility room with an added pool table for family fun. Within walking distance of the popular market town of Aylsham, there is an excellent array of independent shops, tea rooms, pubs and a regular market day. Hop on one of the trains that run along the Bure Valley Railway and visit Wroxham, capital of the Norfolk Broads, with its shops, riverside cafés and restaurants, daily boat hire and river trips. The seaside town of Cromer, 11 miles, has a pier, promenade, beach, shops, restaurants and cafés. The splendid National Trust property of Blickling Hall is just 1 mile, Felbrigg Hall is 11 miles and Sheringham Park is 13 miles. The city of Norwich is 13 miles away and offers a theatre, cathedral, castle museum, two indoor shopping centres with cinema complexes and a market square. Other places to visit include the pretty market town of Holt, 12 miles, Blakeney Quay, 17 miles, Holkham Hall, 26 miles, and The Royal Sandringham Estate, 29 miles, which is open to the public when the Royals are not in residence. Beach 11 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 550 yards.
Please note: No stag/hen parties. This property is in a residential area.£234From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brundall, EnglandWelcome to this spacious house, nestled perfectly within the Norfolk Broads National Park and close to the amazing sandy beach coastline. It stands on the edge of the marshes, where tranquillity meets natural beauty, and benefits from a private hot tub in the garden; a truly excellent way to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the nearby activities and attractions. The property comfortably accommodates up to ten guests, making it perfect for family gatherings, and friends’ reunions. As you arrive, you’ll be greeted by its charm and welcoming homely atmosphere. Step inside to enjoy its spacious interior, where you can enjoy spending time with loved ones, or break away for some alone-time. It boasts a well-equipped kitchen, complete with modern appliances and ample counter space. Prepare delicious meals and gather around the large dining table to share stories and laughter. Melsham House features four bedrooms; the master boasts a super kingsize bed and has a private seating balcony with fabulous views of the marshes. There is an interconnecting door to the bunk bedroom, making it a perfect family room. The double bedroom also has great views from the Juliet balcony. The fourth bedroom, a double bed with single bunk above, has a games zone with gaming console.
Being close to the marshes, this location is a paradise for bird watchers, and anglers can enjoy the fishing lakes next door. The lakes offer a diverse range of fish species, and nature enthusiasts can spot a myriad of birds before returning to sip your favourite beverage on the tranquil patio or enjoy a soak in the hot tub under a starlit sky. This is a blissful retreat for those seeking a tranquil getaway surrounded by nature’s wonders and the location promises to create many lasting memories.
The village of Cantley is a comfortable walk beside the river and has 2 pubs, The conservation village of Reedham, 8 minutes’ drive, has two pubs serving food, a fish and chip shop, delicatessen with café, a micro-brewery, railway station and riverside seating allowing you to watch the boating activity. The market town of Acle, 15 minutes’ drive, also has a railway station, supermarket, shops and cafés.
The Norfolk Broads National park offers miles of much-celebrated waterways to explore, daily boat hire and river trips excursions available. Wroxham, capital of the Broads is just 23 minutes’ drive with riverside restaurants and shops. Wonderful sandy beaches can be found along the Norfolk coastline; Great Yarmouth has plenty of traditional seaside family activities. The historic city of Norwich, with its cathedral, theatres, museums, restaurants and cafés is a must for any shopaholic. Pub 2 miles. Supermarket 7 miles£259From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fakenham, EnglandThe Manor House, part of which dates back to the 1800s with much of the property alot older, has been thoughtfully restored to retain much of its period charm, with interesting features throughout. This period property has all the up-to-date conveniences that discerning guests require for their perfect getaway. In the dining room, you can still see the old butler bells that were used to summon ‘the help’ in days gone by. There are also traditional open fires and a wood burner to relax by, yet the feel of this beautiful property is still modern, fresh and very light and airy. With lots of places to relax in, you may be tempted to stay home, but if you do head out, you will find lots of great places to explore. In under 15 minutes you can be at bracing Brancaster beach, great for sunbathing in summer and walking in winter. Head east to Holkham beach, which was featured in Shakespeare in Love, and the popular village of Wells-next-the-Sea with its picturesque quay, narrow gauge railway and quaint mix of artisan and traditional seaside shops, cafés and amusements. Further along the coast lies Blakeney, Cley, Sheringham and Cromer with its famous Edwardian promenade and pier.
Pretty coastal villages, many of which offer artisan shops and great places to eat, salt marshes and beaches can be found to the west. The Victorian town of Hunstanton, with it’s famous stripy cliffs, has a beach that really does seem to go on forever and here you will find a small funfair, Sealife Centre and lots of traditional seaside amusements. Aptly named ‘Royal Norfolk’ has lots of stately homes and National Trust properties, including The Sandringham Estate, Peckover House and Gardens, Holkham Hall and Blickling Hall. History lovers should try to squeeze in a visit to the medieval city of Norwich, with it’s magnificent Norman castle and numerous museums, or perhaps visit the hanseatic quarter of Old Kings Lynn, which offers historical tours and, for the brave, ghost walks. There are many opportunities for bird watching at Titchwell Marsh, Scolt Head Island and Cley Marshes, and lots of great cycling routes and beautiful coastal walks. The surrounding area has lots of great places to eat out, many of which serve fresh local produce, but those wishing for a relaxing night in will be spoilt for choice too, with a state of the art kitchen and a pizza oven in the grounds. The Manor House has great places to dine either al fresco or by the wood burner, so foodies and casual diners alike will be delighted that they chose to stay at this stunning property. Beach 10 miles. Shop and restaurant 2 miles.£417From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
