Dog Friendly Hotels North Yorkshire

This charming property stands adjoining the owners’ farmhouse and offers a peaceful retreat with dark skies in a quiet location, visited by deer, barn owls and buzzards. The owners may be away occasionally, but help will always be on hand should guests require it. A single-storey barn conversion, it is reached via a farm track (1/3 mile). A hotel is at the end of the farm drive, a bistro is opposite the hotel gates, and the village of Scalby, with its two pubs, café and village shop, is within walking distance. Scarborough, Filey, Robin Hood’s Bay and Whitby are nearby, and the farm is set on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, which is an excellent base for walking in stunning countryside. Beach 3 miles. Pubs 1 mile.

Nestling on the edge of the village of Port Mulgrave, this cosy detached bungalow makes a perfect base for exploring Yorkshire’s heritage coastline. The living room exudes a cosy and inviting atmosphere with its open fire, creating a warm and comforting ambience that is perfect for relaxation and gathering with loved ones, while the well-equipped kitchen has all you may need to rustle up a homely meal to be enjoyed while looking out over the garden in the conservatory that doubles over as a dining area. On this floor, there is also a comfortable double bedroom, with a further twin bedroom on the first floor with its own en-suite. Outside, enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple in the garden after a day’s exploration.
Port Mulgrave offers a serene coastal retreat, where visitors can enjoy scenic walks along the rugged cliffs, explore the picturesque harbour, and discover the remnants of the historic ironstone mine, immersing themselves in the area’s rich industrial heritage.
Whitby offers a multitude of attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy. The iconic Whitby Abbey is perched atop the East Cliff, where you can soak in breathtaking views of the town and the North Sea. Take a stroll along the historic Whitby Harbour, lined with charming fishing boats and bustling with activity. Don’t miss the opportunity to sample the famous Whitby fish and chips! A visit to the Captain Cook Memorial Museum is a must, providing insight into the life and voyages of the renowned explorer. Explore the narrow cobbled streets of the old town filled with quaint shops, cafes, and pubs, offering a delightful atmosphere to wander. Additionally, Whitby is known for its association with Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and you can delve into this literary connection by visiting the Dracula Experience or taking a ghost walk to uncover the town’s eerie tales. Finally, don’t forget to enjoy the beautiful beaches where you can soak up the sun or take a refreshing dip in the sea. Whitby truly offers a blend of history, natural beauty, and cultural experiences that will leave visitors with lasting memories.

Tucked away in the peaceful village of Felixkirk, this cosy, dog-friendly holiday cottage adjoins the owner’s home and provides a very comfortable rural retreat on the very edge of the North York Moors National Park, near Thirsk. This brick-built, single-storey cottage is a hidden gem offering a very private stay whilst enjoying an enviable position near to the award-winning, dog-friendly pub and is 5 minutes by car from the nearby market town of Thirsk. It has been completely renovated internally in December 2019 and externally over the summer of 2020.
The cottage offers beautifully presented accommodation for two guests and their pets. There is a small double bedroom with under-bed storage. There is extensive garden space outside the cottage with stunning views, which is also fully fenced to allow your pets to wander in a contained area. Access to a larger field is also provided. Car parking for two cars is available next to the cottage, which is at the end of a private tarmac and gravelled driveway. There is also separate secure storage available for bicycles.
The owners are keen walkers, runners and cyclists and can advise of lovely local and regional routes and provide local dog-friendly walk guides for your use. From the doorstep, there are numerous footpaths and cycling trails and the renowned, traditional, dog-friendly village inn serves local produce just minutes from the cottage. The village is home to a 4x4 driving centre which offers action-packed days with off-road driver training and quad biking, and at Sutton Bank, visitors can take a trial lesson at the Yorkshire Gliding Club and visit the nearby famous White Horse near Kilburn. Thirsk, 3 miles away, is a quaint market town famous for its connections with James Herriot, the well-known vet and author of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’. Thirsk is also home to a well-known racecourse and 15th century church.
Days out can be enjoyed at Rievaulx Abbey near the wonderful town of Helmsley, as well as Castle Howard and Fountains Abbey. Board the steam train at Pickering to be transported through the stunning North York Moors to the coastal port of Whitby and explore the fishing villages at Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes. The North Yorkshire Moors and also the Yorkshire Dales are easily accessible by car and the historic walled city of York is only 25 miles away, with its iconic minster, exquisite architecture, museums and art galleries, and is not to be missed when visiting Yorkshire. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 500 yards.

With sprawling cottage gardens and affording panoramic country side views this former gunpowder store sits in an elevated position within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. Take one of the many bridlepath walks from the doorstep. The ideal holiday location to explore both the East and North Yorkshire Coast being just 2 miles from Sandsend and 4 miles from the ancient seaport of Whitby, renowned for its connections with Captain James Cook and Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Golf close by. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Rose Cottage 1 is close to the bustling coastal town of Whitby, famous for its abbey, Robin Hood’s Bay and the Heritage Coast. Over 200 years old, this stone-built terraced holiday cottage oozes charm and character. The property boasts a large lawned garden so that your canine companion can get a good run around, and when the weather is fine, why not have a barbecue?


Located in the quiet, rural hamlet of Sneaton, adjacent to the owner’s home, this property is ideal for exploring the Heritage Coast and the North York Moors National Park. The historic port of Whitby is a hive of activity throughout the year, with many festivals, miles of sandy beaches and cobbled streets lined with inns, tea rooms, antique and curio shops. Take a trip to Robin Hood’s Bay, which is a hotspot for artists, walkers and cyclists, or board the steam train and journey through the stunning Esk Valley. Beach 3 miles. Shop 100 yards, pub serving food 150 yards. Rose Cottage 1 can be booked together with Rose Cottage 2 (UK2038) to accommodate up to 8 guests.

This stunning, semi-detached stone built house dates back to around 1880 and has undergone a sympathetic, major renovation to restore it back to its former glory. Offering spacious accommodation over three floors, the house is located in an enviable position in the well known village of Goathland, famed for its connections with the TV series ‘Heartbeat’. Just a stones throw from the village centre and tourist attractions, the village is home to gift shops, tea rooms, restaurants and of course the North Yorkshire Moors Steam train, which departs from Goathland throughout the season heading towards Whitby, Grosmont and Pickering.
Helena is perfect for that long awaited family gathering or to celebrate a special occasion. It is perfectly located for walkers and cyclists alike, with bridleways and cycle tracks starting almost at your doorstep. Take the old rail trail, running along side the River Esk to Grosmont, taking in some glorious scenery, then catch the steam train back. Visit stunning waterfalls and don’t forget to pop down to Beckhole, after a visit to Thomason Foss falls. A warm welcome awaits you at the local pub where you can enjoy a glass of real ale.
Explore the North Yorkshire Moors National Park on foot, by car, or take the train and enjoy a memorable journey through the beautiful Esk Valley, into the historic market town of Pickering. The Heritage coast of Yorkshire is just a short drive away, with Whitby, 10 miles across the moors, home to art galleries, museums and an eclectic mix of shops. Boasting a colourful harbour leading to a three mile stretch of sandy beach all overlooked and almost protected by the beautiful abbey ruins and St Marys Church.
Historic homes, halls and castles surround this area, there’s Castle Howard and Duncomb Park which are both easily reached. The market towns of Malton, Pickering, Kirkbymoorside and Helmsley all host weekly markets and are home to some fine eating houses, antique and curio shops and friendly locals waiting to greet you.

This stone-built characterful barn conversion is tucked away on a working farm, close to the famous Yorkshire landmark Kilnsey Crag. This ‘upside down’ traditional property with the open plan lounge/kitchen on the first floor, is located on the historic Kilnsey Park Estate which offers a great range of activities including horse and pony trekking, fly fishing and angling on their well-stocked lakes. Guests can even enjoy a 10% discount at the trout fishery. There is also a discovery trail with a host of things for children to see and do including alpacas, red squirrels, pigs, angora goats and lambs. There is a popular café and gift shop on site, and also a small shop which caters for basic essentials. Outside there is private patio seating and guests can enjoy the use of a tennis court.
Many of the Dales’ most famous tourist locations are just on your doorstep. Grassington is just a short drive away and offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants and its old cobbled square features an annual festival in summer where you can be entertained by some very famous names, and the popular Dickensian weekends at Christmas. The bustling market town of Skipton is approximately 12 miles away and has an award-winning high street with shops, a regular street market, pubs and restaurants, overlooked by a Norman castle. The canal runs through here and offers day trips by traditional barge. The town also has a golf course and indoor swimming pool.
The owner has another property (Stables End UK2100) approximately ¼ mile away.

Dating back to the 1850s, sympathetically converted and retaining many of the original features is this charming barn conversion. This adjoining holiday cottage oozes character and is located in Newton-upon-Rawcliffe, a quiet laid back village that boasts a duck pond and a traditional pub serving excellent food. Newton-upon-Rawcliffe is surrounded by stunning country walks and cycle tracks to suit all ages, ideal for that family get together or celebrating that special occasion. Just
4 miles from the historic market town of Pickering where the cobbled streets are lined with an eclectic mix of shops, inns and tea rooms. From here guests can board the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Train, sit back and relax as it chugs its way through the stunning Esk Valley into ‘Heartbeat’s’ villages of Goathland and Grosmont. Pickering hosts many festivals throughout the year, including the renowned Steam Traction Rally, and fascinating war weekend in October, when the streets are packed with visitors from far and wide dressed in their 1940’s outfits. At this time, the streets and the railway station are transported back to days gone by, a fabulous weekend for all ages. There’s a weekly market, and Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo is just 10 miles. With easy access to the Heritage Coast of Yorkshire, you can take in Whitby, known for its connections with James Cook and Bram Stoker,
18 miles, continuing along the road to Robin Hood’s Bay, a former smuggler’s cove, then Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington, all boasting miles of sandy beaches, donkey rides, fun palaces and fairs. A more sophisticated day can be enjoyed at the walled city of York with excellent shopping. Take in the street entertainers and maybe a boat trip along the river. Visit the art galleries and museums before returning to the comfort of Featherstone Cottage. There is so much to do and see in this area you may find yourself returning again and again. Shops 4 miles, pub 100 yards.

Curly Tail Cottage is ideally situated for exploring the North York Moors National Park, the North Yorkshire Coast and the Yorkshire Wolds. This is a self-contained, well appointed, one bedroom cottage, located on a working farm with uninterrupted views down the valley. The garden is enclosed with a seating area and small lawn and it overlooks the pond where you can sit and watch the wildlife. If you wish to bring your horse along then the owner can provide grazing (by direct arrangement with the owner at cost).
Harwood Dale is one of Yorkshire’s best kept secrets, an unspoilt area of Yorkshire with the most stunning scenery and wildlife. It is not far from the Dalby Forest with fantastic mountain bike trails, even the World Cup Cycle Trail has been held here, so there’s plenty of tracks to suit all abilities. The coast is just a short drive with Scarborough, England’s oldest seaside resort being the closest large resort, just 6 miles away with many shops and restaurants, and a visit to the Sea Life Sanctuary and Peasholm Park are not to be missed. Whitby 15 miles north, is rich in history and famous for its connections with Captain Cook. Here you can explore Whitby Abbey and the picturesque harbour, and wander around the cobbled streets full of interesting independent shops and cafés. The historic city of York is around an hours’ drive away - a must when visiting this area of the country. Beach 6 miles. Shop and restaurant 3 miles, pub 1½ miles.

A lovely end-terrace cottage on the owners' farm with beautiful views, open fire, en-suite bedrooms and sun room. Walks from the doorstep along the canal to Skipton. Harrogate 20 miles.