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.
Fring, EnglandSituated just 6 miles from Hunstanton on the North Norfolk coastline with its beautiful sandy beaches and a wealth of nature and bird reserves, this superb detached farmhouse is peacefully located in the village of Fring. Set in its own grounds with the benefit of an outdoor swimming pool, games room and tennis court as well as a large enclosed garden, White House Farm offers character and comfort. Furnished to offer superb holiday accommodation with views across the fields in all directions, White House Farm makes for an ideal holiday location for families and groups of friends. Burnham Market (8 miles) offers shops, butcher, baker, restaurants and inns. For nature lovers, excellent bird-watching can be enjoyed amid the nearby salt marshes and sand dunes, where good walking may also be found. Additionally, the coastal path and Peddars Way footpath also offers further routes for walkers. For lazy days by the sea, excellent sandy beaches can be found at Brancaster, Holkham and Wells-next-the-Sea, whilst the popular seaside resorts of Heacham and Hunstanton offer many attractions for all ages. Within easy driving distance are numerous historical ruins, stately homes and gardens including Sandringham House, Houghton and Holkham Halls, Walsingham Abbey and Shrine ruins. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.£182From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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- 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.£301From 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. £163From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Fakenham, EnglandOffering a welcoming holiday retreat for large families and groups, these four beautiful barn conversions, three of which are adjoining (CUL, CWL and UKC3286), and one detached property (UK11053), are full of charm and character with exposed beams, character flooring and equipped to offer all modern day comforts. Boasting a comfortable, open-plan living space with a wood burner and well-equipped kitchen, each barn has its own enclosed, walled, lawned garden with seating. There is a function hall on-site (with conference and catering facilities for up to 250 guests) which may be available for use by prior arrangement with the owner.
Neighbouring the owner’s farm, Piggyback Barns are situated in the peaceful village of Sculthorpe, just 8 miles from the Norfolk coastline with its wealth of sandy beaches, and RSPB bird and nature reserves. Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the doorstep and fishing is nearby.
Fakenham, 2 miles, offers good shops, restaurants, inns, a bowling alley, cinema and golf course. Bustling Burnham Market with village shops, inns and restaurants, is 7 miles away. Wells-next-the-Sea, 8 miles, offers an excellent sandy beach with colourful beach huts, a small shopping town centre with many inns and restaurants, and a picturesque fishing harbour - popular for fresh shell fish. Further along the coast is Brancaster for an uncrowded sandy beach and golf course. Brancaster Staithe provides a popular venue for sailing and boating enthusiasts.
The traditional seaside towns of Heacham and Hunstanton offer an array of activities for all ages. Many places of historical interest and stately homes are within the surrounding area. 20 minutes’ drive away is the historical town of Kings Lynn for shopping, market place, restaurants, inns and theatre, and also Norwich city for excellent shopping, castle museum, cathedral, theatre, market place, restaurants and inns. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 34 guests.£223From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Great Yarmouth, EnglandNestled in a charming seaside town of Great Yarmouth, this large property warmly welcomes families seeking the perfect coastal retreat. Just a short walk away from the sandy beach, amusements, and the bustling town centre with its array of shops, this home an ideal setting for memorable seaside holidays.
From the moment you arrive, the spaciousness of the property sets the stage for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The interiors are thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of families, providing ample space for relaxation after a day of seaside adventures.
The living room offers opportunity for great conversation and cosy nights in watching the TV. The kitchen is well equipped to prepare family meals and the dining table is perfect for meals together. The lower floor, accessed by narrow steep stairs, is a gaming/TV den, a very popular choice for the children. There are five lovely bedrooms and three bathrooms. The enclosed rear courtyard provides opportunity for a BBQ, enjoying a morning coffee, or a chance to unwind with a good book. Refurbished and redecorated throughout (2024) to offer a comfortable and contemporary large family home brining with natural light. There is plenty of space on offer so that you can choose to spend quality time with your loved ones or enjoy your own pursuits.
The proximity to the sandy beach is a major highlight, making it effortlessly accessible for families to enjoy sun-soaked days by the sea. Whether building sandcastles, taking refreshing swims, or enjoying beachside picnics, the beach becomes an extension of your home during your stay. For those seeking a bit of excitement, the nearby amusements offer a variety of entertainment options suitable for all ages. From traditional seaside attractions to modern amusements, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, creating lasting memories for the entire family.
The town centre, just a short walk away, beckons with its array of shops, and supermarkets. Indulge in seaside treats at the various cafés and eateries that surround you. Everything you need for a perfect seaside holiday is easily accessible and readily available on doorstep. Beach, pubs and shops 800 yards.£154From 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.£168From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brundall, EnglandNeighbouring to a working arable farm, The Dukes Lodge has origins dating back to the 13th Century and was formally owned by the Duke of Norfolk. Transformed into a superb spacious park farmhouse offering the perfect venue for larger family get togethers, special occasions and surprise celebrations. Set in private grounds with large mature lawned gardens boasting three wonderful seating terraces having private hot tub, and outdoor barbeque area and wood fired pizza area, perfect to enjoy al fresco dining. The Dukes Lodge is nestled alongside a working arable farm, and offers guests exclusive private use to miles of foot trails located on the farm. During the day, the large windows flood the house with plenty of daylight and great views of the gardens.
The accommodation is offered across two floors boasting large rooms with high ceilings, comfortably furnished, brimming with character of its heritage. The large open plan kitchen/dining room with an impressive dining table and doors open onto the seating terraces. If you’re planning a special meal, the dining table is big enough to host an amazing banquet and you can easily get everyone together. The large kitchen is well equipped and provides a social and communal hub with all the cooking facilities you need. The boot room, ideal for walking gear and muddy boots, and towels and beds for dogs. A warm dog hand shower is provided to clean up following any walk. Two living rooms both with wood burners, great to snuggle beside on cooler evenings, entertainment package, perfect for movie nights! The games room has air hockey, table tennis, snooker and table football. There is also an electronic keyboard, and plenty of board games to enjoy, Wii games console with monitor great for competitive family tournaments. There are seven spacious 6ft super kingsize beds all boasting en-suite walk-in shower rooms. Two of the bedrooms are family rooms, each with an additional single bed, ideal for little ones. Every bedroom offers sleeping flexibility, can be either 6ft super kingsize or separated into two single beds. A ground floor bedroom boasts electric beds and disabled friendly walk-in shower with pull down seat and grab rail.
Earsham is in the valley of the River Waveney forming the boundary between Norfolk and Suffolk. This is a great location, close to all the necessary amenities and an excellent base to explore the rolling countryside and unspoilt coastline. The area offers good bird watching, walking, and cycling opportunities. The market towns of Bungay (2.6 miles) and Beccles (9.5 miles) within the Broads National Park where the River Waveney runs through. Having independent boutiques and chain shops, an excellent collection of eateries, cafés and weekly market. Beccles has lido open air heated swimming pool, popular with many local swimmers. The Broads National Park is best enjoyed on the waterways with kayaks, canoes, and day boat motor launches to hire, for a more leisurely pace, or enjoy a guided boat tour, where you can just sit back. A 30 minutes’ drive to visit the Suffolk’s stunning Heritage Coast, the popular seaside town of Southwold, with pubs, galleries, shops, lighthouse, and fresh seafood eateries. The intriguing village of Dunwich, a peaceful haven for wildlife and beautiful heathland. Norwich (16 miles) a bustling cathedral city with culture, heritage and entertainment for all.
Beach 16½ miles.£372From 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, EnglandSitting proudly in the sought-after Norfolk village of South Creake, The Old Chequers dates back to the 1700’s and offers serious grown-up luxury for guests looking to get together, relax, socialise, and raise a glass or two to memories made while making lots more.
Accommodating 14 guests in six bedrooms, prepare to fall in love with the elegance and indulgence on offer in this stunning property. Featuring a stylish and very well-equipped kitchen that is just a pleasure to cook in, a dining area where you can enjoy your meals together, a spacious family room, and a double reception room, one of which has a lovely wood burning stove, there really are lots of places to unwind together as you feel the stresses of every-day life fall away. The sunny conservatory has doors onto the private, south-west facing, walled garden, where you will also find the wood-fired hot tub. The games room is also worth a visit, as it comes with a pool table, arcade games and televisions!
The owners really have thought of every guest comfort and have ensured that all the bedrooms have their own en suite bathroom, Bluetooth speaker, and exceptional quality mattresses. A good night’s sleep is further ensured with pillows and duvets of the highest quality imported down and feather to ensure they are temperature regulating and thus perfect for every season.
This home really is beautiful, the perfect place to celebrate that special birthday or anniversary with family and friends. It is somewhere you go to just ‘be’ and to hang out with loved ones, catching up and sharing stories over a glass or two of wine. But should you venture out, you will soon find yourself in the midst of the stunning North Norfolk, near the coastline and popular towns of Burnham Market and Wells-Next-The-Sea. You will be delighted to find that this part of Norfolk enjoys a burgeoning foodie scene with lots of great places to eat and drink. That is of course, if you can tear yourself away from The Old Chequers - a big ask when it really does have everything you need for a truly amazing break.£644From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wroxham, EnglandFarthings is a unique, luxuriously appointed thatched cottage in Wroxham, the heart of the Broads National Park, a very desirable location, having its own private hot tub, games cabin and tree house to enjoy.
Discerning guests will delight with the charm and character of this cottage, complimented by all the modern essentials, beautifully renovated in 2022, being a well-appointed holiday home welcoming family groups, large and small.
After a day sightseeing you can soak away the day in the hot tub or relax within the wonderful, enclosed wrap-round garden filled with mature planting, which during the summer months is an explosion of colour, a haven for butterflies, visiting bird life, and a resident hedgehog family.
Al fresco dining can be enjoyed on the patio terrace, or just sit back, enjoying the sunshine and your peaceful surroundings. Farthings has origins dating back to the late 1700s, filled with history, if you look carefully on the external brickwork, you will find carvings from former residents dating back to 1820.
Cosy during the cooler evenings, the kitchen is well equipped with large farmhouse dining table perfect for any celebration meal.
A 5 minutes’ walk from river access at Caen Meadow, a well-stocked shop and choice of two children’s playgrounds. Ideally situated to explore Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, having a wealth of amenities and waterside activities to enjoy.
For those wishing to dine out, you have an abundance of eateries to try, there are also many take-away restaurants, offering home delivery options.
Leave the car behind; being just a 15-minute walk away from Wroxham centre, where daily boat hire and river trips are available to best enjoy the expanse of waterways. Hire a canoe or kayak for the day, or even by the hour, to explore at your own pace.
Having two train stations; a mainline station leading to coastal area such as Cromer, and the city of Norwich, and the Bure Valley miniature steam gauge railway. A few minutes further drive away is Wroxham Barns, a children’s petting farm, with small funfair rides and a complex of various craft barns, café and restaurants. A must for any walkers is the hour stroll along the Hoveton Great Broad Nature Trail, accessible only by boat or ferry.
For the shopaholics, head to Norwich city centre with its two indoor shopping malls, market square and many high street boutiques. For family fun head to BeWILDerwood at neighbouring Horning, offers an outdoor tree house adventure with zip wires, jungle bridges and marsh walks and Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, outdoor and indoor adventure park, with splash play zone.
Shops, pubs and restaurants within 1 mile. Beach 9 miles. Pub and restaurant 0.5 mile.£288From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
