Dog Friendly Hotels North Yorkshire

Shepherds Den enjoys an idyllic and peaceful location, nestling among acres of beautiful farmland. Lovingly restored to bring a high standard of accommodation for guests. A warm Yorkshire welcome awaits. The owners, local farmers, kindly provide a selection of local produce and home baking for your enjoyment. Your accommodation is perfectly proportioned for two people, the living room has an inviting log burner, perfect for the cooler months, dining space and open plan shaker style kitchen.
Fully equipped to suite your needs whether cooking a hearty breakfast or relaxing supper. Off to bed and the king size bed is set with a deep mattress and quality bed linen ensuring a good nights sleep. Enjoy waking up to views of the beautiful Yorkshire countryside and sounds of the birds and sheep grazing nearby. It’s a wonderful place to come and re-energise. Outside, the sunny terraced area is set with relaxing chairs and looks across the fields, sit and enjoy the birdsong and in season the sheep and lambs in the fields.
Across the way is a site of special scientific interest, with beautiful meadow flowers in the spring and summer and a wide variety of birds and wildlife. The wonderful Yorkshire countryside can be enjoyed at any time of the year by car, cycle or on foot. With a multitude of walking trails taking you through stunning landscapes and areas of interest. Nearby, the historic town of Bedale, 3 miles, offers a weekly market every Tuesday and various events during the year, together with a range of individual shops, restaurants and pubs.
Masham, renowned for the Black Sheep Brewery, is 10 minutes’ drive and Richmond with its Norman castle, Georgian theatre and riverside walks is easily accessible too. There are many picture postcard villages to visit and numerous attractions to explore, The Forbidden Corner at Middleham, beautiful Aysgarth Falls, Bolton Castle and the market town of Leyburn. Further afield Historic York and its many attractions is within easy driving distance and Fountains Abbey , National Trust site is around 23 miles.

Swallow Lodge is a traditional Scandinavian/North American log home which has charm and character throughout, with luxurious touches of style. The lodge is located just outside the village of Thornton Watlass, which lies between the small market towns of Bedale and Masham in North Yorkshire, each having plenty of beautiful independent restaurants, pubs, cafés, and galleries in a quaint market town setting, Masham has the famous Black Sheep brewery along with its visitor’s centre. Just a short drive away is the picturesque cathedral city of Ripon which is a must to visit.

Enter through the front door and be greeted by a large sitting room, with a modern wood burning stove and an ambience designed to make you relax and feel at ease in your surroundings, especially after a day exploring this stunning area. It is a lodge with a difference with two spacious balconies from the second-floor bedrooms. Here you can relax on a summer evening, basking in the gorgeous scenery of the Yorkshire Dales and surrounding countryside. The lodge boasts three good sized bedrooms all with en-suite facilities, two twin rooms and one master. The first-floor bedrooms each have their own stunning balcony, with an additional sofa bed downstairs.

There is lots of seating accommodation for all the family or groups of friends to dine together, with an open plan kitchen/diner meaning you all enjoy each other’s company whilst meals are being prepared. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need and there are French doors leading to the well-maintained rear garden. Here you can relax with a glass of fizz whilst enjoying the spectacular countryside scenes which surround the lodge.

This is the perfect retreat for families and friends all year round. You might like to do a little exploring and walking around the local area, before relaxing in comfort with a glass or two of your favourite tipples. Swallow Lodge is also dog friendly, so bring your furry friends along with you and let them enjoy the scenic walks straight from your doorstep.

Thornton Watlass is situated in beautiful natural scenery, has a village green, cricket pitch and children’s playground, so a typical rural Yorkshire village, well worth a visit or two. The location of Swallow Lodge is perfect with plenty of open landscapes, beautiful scenery, gorgeous villages, and lots to do and explore. Some of the main attractions are the North Yorkshire Moors, The Yorkshire Dales, and the famous creamery at Hawes, the home of Wensleydale Cheese. The only issue you will have is trying to fit everything in so why not book a few extra days!

The church at Leeming is a Gothic Victorian masterpiece, converted into a magnificent holiday home. Featuring in TV’s ‘Caroline Quentin’s Derelict Rescue’, as seen on Discovery, HGTV and Amazon Prime, this historic home is rich in decadence and beauty, offering endless spectacular features and has been designated a Heritage Asset building.

The main church hall offers you an overload of opulence, excess and grandeur. Featuring a grand neo-classical entrance, spectacular handmade cantilevered staircase, bespoke plasterwork ceiling, stained glass, and the church’s original pulpit still in situ. Complemented with English leather chesterfields, powerful underfloor heating and a 55-inch crystal ultra-high definition TV ensures you will be able to experience the classical grandeur in pure comfort. The kitchen is set within a large, vaulted room with a stunning ceiling height of 25ft and features handmade bespoke oak cabinetry, marble worktops, a Bertazzoni Italian master range cooker, designer appliances, brass and gold fittings, huge kitchen island, large wood burner and ecclesiastical works of art. No expense has been spared, you will be cooking like a lord or lady during your stay.

Up the grand staircase are two wonderful bedrooms set within the church’s attic and overlooking the central stained-glass window. These beautiful and unique double bedroom suites feature a dramatic space highlighting the church’s original trusses in all their glory, wall panelling and church bedroom doors. Further complemented by a statement hand polished copper bath positioned on a plinth of the highest grade Italian marble, mood lighting options, throne toilets and bespoke curved vanity units. These two bedrooms are exceptionally unique and offer stand-out luxury in every inch, the perfect hideaway from the vast main hall. Another great feature of the church is a hidden bedroom behind a secret bookcase door. Pull out the Bible, and the door releases just like magic! The bedroom features a sumptuous neo-classical kingsize bed and another secret door leading to an ultra-high spec marble and gold shower room. French doors open directly to the rear courtyard. A green bedroom like no other. Lucky guests will never forget this room! To the front, imposing gates welcome you to the church once you have parked on the roadside in this quiet village setting; to the rear is a cosy courtyard with a stone patio and outdoor lighting, perfect for al fresco dining.

The church is brilliantly positioned on the doorstep to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. With locations such as Harrogate, York, Ripon, Leyburn, Knaresborough, Northallerton, Richmond and Thirsk in close striking distance for days out. Leeming village is located next to the beautiful historic Yorkshire market town of Bedale, perfect for lunch and shopping. Leeming village is also home to the Wensleydale Railway, an authentic Heritage Railway, carrying passengers into the National Park. The spectacular UNESCO World Heritage site of Fountains Abbey is only 25 minutes away, a must visit for any guest. For those seeking a special treat, the Swinton Park Estate luxury spa is only 20 minutes away and the internationally recognised Michelin star, Grantley Hall at a similar distance. The Church will offer a luxury hub in North Yorkshire for incredible experiences and days out.

Set in a small hamlet, these carefully converted holiday cottages form a courtyard development where every care has been taken with the design, internal furnishings and their impact on the environment. Bell’s Barn (prop ref 25899) stands detached from the other cottages and is suitable for wheelchair users. There is also enclosed paddock where your dogs can run free! Just a short walk from Crakehall, claimed to be one of the prettiest villages in the Dales, with a large village green overlooked by an imposing manor house where cricket and quoits teams often play. Nearby, the historic town of Bedale, 2½ miles, offers a weekly market every Tuesday and various events during the year, together with a range of individual shops, restaurants and pubs. Masham, renowned for the Black Sheep Brewery, is 10 minutes’ drive and Richmond with its Norman castle, Georgian architecture and thriving theatre is also easily accessible. Historic York and its many attractions is within easy driving distance. Alternatively, just enjoy the wonderful Yorkshire countryside either by car, bicycle or on foot. Shop and pub ¾ mile. Properties 25898, 25899, 25900 and 25901 can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.

A sweet, little terraced cottage, originally a miner’s cottage, situated in the village of Loftus, a couple of miles from Staithes. With a wood burner and great valley views, this characterful and charming Yorkshire cottage has been lovingly renovated in 2018 to a high standard.

Traditionally furnished and well equipped, this Yorkshire cottage provides a comfortable and romantic hideaway, with a spacious living room, modern kitchen and bathroom plus two cosy bedrooms. Outside the cottage is a great sitting area from where you can enjoy the glorious views over the rolling countryside, and a courtyard style garden offering the perfect spot to sit and relax. Enjoy excellent walks from the doorstep, with a network of public footpaths in the vicinity, including the Eskdale Walk and the Cleveland Way coastal path.

Visit the seaside town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea, just a short drive away and boasting the oldest water balanced, funicular cliff tramway in Great Britain alongside great restaurants and beaches.

The village of Loftus has good amenities, including three pubs, a Gin palace with micro-brewery, local grocery shops, bakery and an award winning bookshop stocking plenty of local authors and gifts. In the ‘Iron Valley’ of Skinningrove you’ll find secluded beaches and The Tom Leonard Mining Museum.

Enjoy the fishing port of Whitby, with its winding cobbled streets, famous abbey and wonderful fish and chips, or explore the spectacular coastline and dramatic North York Moors. The area surrounding this Yorkshire cottage offers a wealth of attractions including the steam railway at Grosmont, the pretty market towns of Pickering and Helmsley and stately homes and gardens such as Castle Howard. Valley View is a wonderful cottage in a superb location. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.

Located on the Kildale Estate in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Warren Farmhouse dates back to 1780 and is the perfect peaceful retreat. It has been refurbished as a family home, retaining many original features and providing very comfortable accommodation. Log fires, beamed ceilings and a well equipped farmhouse kitchen with an aga add to the charm and character. Warren Farmhouse enjoys unbeatable views and is fabulously located for those seeking a beautiful rural getaway. Whilst the house is only occasionally snowed in, particularly between December and February, it is best suited to people who enjoy being in remote countryside. The surrounding fields and heather moorland are home to an abundance of wildlife, including lapwing, curlew and red grouse. Ideal for walking, bird watching, active holidays with family, friends, or to celebrate a special occasion. The moors, footpaths and bridleways are on your doorstep, and Kildale’s small train station is on the glorious Esk Valley line to the ancient seaport of Whitby, passing through Goathland, Heartbeat’s village; you can even enjoy the leisurely journey by steam. Visit the Georgian market town of Stokesley where the partly cobbled streets are lined with inns, tea rooms and a mix of shops. Explore the heritage coast and sandy beaches of Yorkshire with seaside towns such as Saltburn, Whitby and Scarborough within easy reach, and fishing villages including Staithes, Runswick Bay and Robin Hood’s Bay. Historic homes, abbeys and castles abound in this area with Newby Hall and Gardens, Castle Howard, the castle ruins in Helmsley and Rievaulx Abbey in the vicinity. Shop, pub and restaurant 4.5 miles.

22 Sea is a beautifully presented end of terrace house nestled in a quiet corner of ‘The Bay’, a purpose built holiday village overlooking Filey bay on the picturesque North Yorkshire coastline. With open plan living, and stunning full height windows providing access to a first floor balcony.
Step inside and discover open plan living at its best.
The sitting room features large deep filled sofas placed around a traditional wood burning stove; ideal for cooler winter months. Here you can relax and unwind after a long day at the beach whilst catching up on your favourite holiday movie. The modern kitchen sits to one side and the appliances include both a washer/dryer and dishwasher. The dining table provides plenty of seating for six and is ideally placed to enjoy a family breakfast or delicious home cooked evening meal.
Two sets of bi-fold doors provide access to a covered patio area and flood the room with natural light. An understairs cupboard provides space for storage and a WC completes the ground floor accommodation.
Take the stairs to the first floor and you will find two stunning and spacious bedrooms, a kingsize double and a double room with traditional bunk beds. Both bedrooms offer the ’wow’ factor with vaulted ceilings and full height cathedral windows which open up to provide access to a full length, south facing balcony with lovely views across the holiday park. Here you can sit and enjoy an early morning coffee or perhaps a relaxing glass of wine after a busy day.
Completing the interior is a spacious bathroom, featuring a shower over bath.
Outside of the house is a covered patio area with a table and chairs and a brick-built BBQ; a real sun trap which can be accessed from the open plan living area. A peaceful and secluded spot to sit and relax (not enclosed). This holiday home welcomes dogs and there are miles of dog-friendly beaches to explore and also a meadow for them to enjoy.
The Bay has many facilities to make your stay enjoyable including a coffee shop, convenience store, pharmacy, and the John Paul Jones family pub and restaurant. It also boasts a leisure complex comprising of an indoor, heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym. You can also enjoy a game of tennis or hone your archery skills (additional charges apply).
Just a short drive away is the traditional seaside town of Filey where you can find a plethora of tea rooms, restaurants and pubs alongside amusement arcades and shops selling holiday essentials such as buckets and spades! This beautiful part of North Yorkshire offers something for everyone including miles of cycle routes and footpaths to explore including the breathtaking cliffs at Flamborough Headland. For golf fans enjoy a round on the beautiful Bridlington Links Golf Course. A little further afield is the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the historic City of York and the birthplace of Captain James Cook, Whitby. This holiday home is a must for your Yorkshire seaside break. Beach 1 mile.

Cherry Garth Cottages are located in the centre of Thornton le Dale, ’Yorkshire’s little gem’. Cherry Blossom has been named after the cherry trees which border the garden. The cottage has been built from beautiful traditional Yorkshire stone, and is tucked away in the grounds of the owner’s home Cherry Garth. It has an open plan living area with a welcoming wood burner to snuggle up in front of after a busy day out exploring the spectacular Yorkshire coast and countryside, and upon arrival you will be welcomed with a lovely welcome pack with tea, coffee and biscuits. There are lovely views from the property onto the garden and the bedroom window overlooks the paddock, where sheep graze.

The picturesque village of Thornton le Dale is located on the edge of the North York Moors, a mere one mile from Pickering. From here you can take a ride on the famous steam train to Grosmont, Goathland (aka Aidensfield in the classic TV series Heartbeat) and the seaside town of Whitby where you can climb the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey. Those looking for a quieter pace of life may prefer to walk the many footpaths and bridleways over the North York Moors.
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Cherry Blossom can be booked together with Cherry Laurel (CC231136) and Cherry Garth (UK33698) to accommodate up to eight guests.