Dog Friendly Hotels North Yorkshire

Nestled in the grounds of the owners’ home, Mayfields Retreat is the perfect location for guests who want to really relax, unwind and enjoy a quiet romantic break without the usual interruptions of day to day life. This detached log cabin is ideally situated for couples wanting to pamper themselves and make use of the private hot tub, which is situated on the covered terrace. It has been well decorated and furnished to a very good standard, the living room is comfortable and cosy with a woodburner and the walk-in shower room has a luxury rain shower. Guests receive a complimentary welcome pack on arrival, and for that special occasion, flowers, chocolates and champagne can be arranged (at an additional charge). Situated in the quiet village of Newsham, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, this is a wonderful base to really explore and get to know the local area. Walkers and cyclists are drawn to the area, with many established footpaths, bridleways, and cycle paths that lead through the village and further beyond into the magnificent countryside of North Yorkshire. The local pub is only a short walk away and offers good quality food and local produce. A lovely tearoom in the neighbouring village of Barningham offers traditional afternoon tea and a fine dining experience in an evening. Perfect for a day trip are the National Trust properties; located within a 10 mile radius are Moulton Hall and Braithwaite Hall whilst Eggleston Abbey, Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle, Bowes Castle, Raby Castle can all be reached within a 15 mile radius, and offer guests the chance to explore some of the many historic attractions of the area. Teesdale and the famous High Force waterfall is also a popular attraction in the area. Richmond is just 7 miles away with its castle and golf course, and offers top quality restaurants, pubs, tea shops, cafés and bistros, or visit the weekly market, monthly farmers’ market, or the Georgian Theatre Royal. Barnard Castle has a golf course, which is 7 miles away, and Catterick Racecourse just 10 miles away for guests who enjoy a sporting occasion. If fishing is more your scene, you can enjoy a day at Brompton Lakes (licence required). Local farm shops within a 3 mile radius. Enjoy a little wellness and indulge in spa treatments in the comfort of your log cabin (at an additional charge). Bed linen, duvets, pillows, towels, face cloths, bath robes and slippers are all included. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Within the North York Moors National Park, in a sheltered wooded valley close to the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey, these spacious, comfortable and well-equipped holiday cottages: Foxglove Cottage (ref W43183), Bridge Cottage (ref W43184) and Rievaulx Cottage (ref W43185) stand in a landscaped courtyard, close to the owner’s farmhouse. Enjoy farmhouse breakfasts at Laskill Grange, or across the drive at Laskill Country House, the owners’ daughter offers home cooked evening meals or ready prepared frozen meals. There are 70 acres of beautifully tended grounds and a shared terrace garden with its small lake and river frontage.
The surrounding countryside views are superb, and there is excellent walking from the doorstep. Long distance footpaths along this area’s Heritage coastline, and the Cleveland Way, offer perfect terrain for walkers and cyclists. Visit Ryedale Folk Museum and Rosedale Abbey, or for a day out, try the North York Moors Railway. Whitby has miles of sandy beaches and an ancient abbey overlooking its harbour. Scarborough, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Sandsend are within 20 miles. Horse racing at Thirsk, Wetherby and York, 25 miles. Helmsley has Duncombe Park and a castle. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 6 miles.
Foxglove Cottage (ref W43183), Bridge Cottage (ref W43184) and Rievaulx Cottage (ref W43185) can be booked together to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Within the North York Moors National Park, in a sheltered wooded valley close to the magnificent ruins of Rievaulx Abbey, these spacious, comfortable and well-equipped holiday cottages: Foxglove Cottage (ref W43183), Bridge Cottage (ref W43184) and Rievaulx Cottage (ref W43185) stand in a landscaped courtyard, close to the owner’s farmhouse. Enjoy farmhouse breakfasts at Laskill Grange, or across the drive at Laskill Country House, the owners’ daughter offers home cooked evening meals or ready prepared frozen meals. There are 70 acres of beautifully tended grounds and a shared terrace garden with its small lake and river frontage.
The surrounding countryside views are superb, and there is excellent walking from the doorstep. Long distance footpaths along this area’s Heritage coastline, and the Cleveland Way, offer perfect terrain for walkers and cyclists. Visit Ryedale Folk Museum and Rosedale Abbey, or for a day out, try the North York Moors Railway. Whitby has miles of sandy beaches and an ancient abbey overlooking its harbour. Scarborough, Staithes, Runswick Bay and Sandsend are within 20 miles. Horse racing at Thirsk, Wetherby and York, 25 miles. Helmsley has Duncombe Park and a castle. Shop and restaurant 2 miles, pub 6 miles.
Foxglove Cottage (ref W43183), Bridge Cottage (ref W43184) and Rievaulx Cottage (ref W43185) can be booked together to accommodate up to 6 guests.

Breathtaking sea views of both the North and South Bays can be enjoyed from nearly all the rooms in this imposing, Grade II listed Georgian town house which is peacefully situated on the headland under the shadow of Scarborough’s historic castle and opposite St Mary’s church, the final resting place of Anne Brontë. Whilst retaining many original features, the house has been refurbished to an exceptional standard. The first and second floor bedrooms enjoy either North or South Bay views. The first floor bedroom has a super-kingsize bed, original tiled fireplace and a magnificent en-suite with a raised bath and separate shower. The three bedrooms on the second floor have, respectively, a kingsize oak bed, a French double bed and twin beds. In the lower-ground floor sitting room there is a living flame gas fire.
The property has a spectacular clifftop garden with 180-degree North Bay and castle views, as well as a hot tub. Positioned a 5-minute walk from the heart of the town and a 10-minute walk from the beach, this makes a perfect base for exploring Britain’s original seaside resort with its sandy, accredited North Bay beach, award-winning Sea Life Marine Sanctuary and working harbour with small fishing fleet. On the south side there are boat trips around the bay and a great choice of restaurants, bars, cafes and traditional seaside stalls. Music lovers can visit the Scarborough Spa, which stages regular concerts and is home to the UK’s only remaining professional seaside orchestra, book tickets to the Open Air Theatre (past performers include Elton John and Duran Duran) or enjoy live music or karaoke in the town’s lively pubs. The famous Stephen Joseph Theatre offers an impressive evening programme of theatre and film, including plays by Scarborough’s very own Alan Ayckbourn.
Shops and pubs are 220 yards from the house and the North Bay, Old Town and town centre attractions are within walking distance. Scarborough has superb independent shops, especially at the historic Indoor Market, and countless family-friendly attractions, such as the Alpamare water slides and the quaint North Bay Railway. For energetic visitors, there’s surfing, paddleboarding, bodyboarding, golf and outstanding walking, both by the sea and inland. Further north along the Heritage coast lie the smugglers’ coves of Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes, and the North York Moors National Park is easily accessible with its steam railway, pretty villages and spectacular scenery.

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.

If peace and tranquillity is what you are after then look no further. The Dairy is situated in Beck Hole, one of Yorkshire’s best kept secrets. The semi-detached cottage has had a newly fitted kitchen in 2022 and sits within the grounds of the owner’s home just a short walk from one of the smallest pubs in the UK, known for its traditional ales and warm friendly welcome. Beck Hole is located deep in the valley with the holiday cottage overlooking the village just a short stroll from the local pub. Stunning valleys and sweeping hillside views can be enjoyed from the idyllic location of the cottage. You could almost be anywhere in the world, close your eyes and listen to the silence interrupted only by bird song. Cycle tracks, bridle paths and walkways abound from the doorstep with quaint little villages popping up when you least expect it.
It is just 1 mile from the well-known village of Goathland best known for its connections with Heartbeat, indeed Hill Farm in which The Dairy sits was used for many of the film shoots. The village green is lined with quaint curio shops, inns and tea rooms serving some of Yorkshire’s finest cuisine. You can board the North Yorkshire Moors Steam Train here and take a memorable journey through the glorious Esk Valley as it steams its way across the valleys into the historic market town of Pickering. The ancient sea port of Whitby is just a short drive over the moors, eight miles, a colourful harbour leads to the three mile stretch of sandy beach overlooked and almost protected by the ancient abbey ruins and St Mary’s church. The brave (and fit) can take the 199 steps up to the abbey ruins where panoramic views over Whitby across to Sandsend can be enjoyed. Explore the smugglers coves of Robin Hoods Bay, Runswick Bay and Staithes or visit the more elegant seaside resort of Scarborough, Britain’s first ever seaside resort. It would take a lifetime to explore the delights on offer in this beautiful part of the world. With country shows and fairs throughout the summer you will be spoilt for choice. Shop and restaurant 1 mile, pub 600 yards.

Immaculately-presented period property in Amotherby village. Beautiful, spacious rooms, original features, open fires. High quality, antique furnishings. Lovely gardens. Pub 3 mins walk, Malton market town 3 miles.

Stunning Grade II listed period property in Snainton Village between Pickering and Scarborough. Character features, spacious rooms, high standard throughout. Private enclosed garden with cast iron furniture and bubbling hot tub. Scarborough 9 miles.

Superb conversion of Victorian powerhouse. High quality accommodation. Four poster. En-suites. Close to sandy beach. Whitby 15 miles.

Snowdrop Cottage can be found in the heart of the picturesque village of Welburn which is surrounded by the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and within a few minutes of the iconic Castle Howard yet only a 15-minute drive from the historic city of York. This luxury, boutique style cottage with private hot tub is just the perfect getaway for anyone looking to spoil themselves whilst enjoying this beautiful part of North Yorkshire. The cosy cottage living room is decorated in deep shades with colourful furnishings and the wood panelling provides the perfect ambiance for an evening in front of the wood burner enjoying a choice of Sky or Netflix movies. French doors lead through to a sunny kitchen/dining room with access out to the enclosed gardens. A country style dining table sits to one side; here you can gather for a hearty Yorkshire breakfast before heading out to explore the Howardian Hills or come together on an evening for a delicious home cooked evening meal. The shaker style kitchen offers a host of modern appliances, off the central hallway can be found the family shower room which once again does not fail to impress with its bright colours, patterned tiles and gold accessories. Retire on an evening via the cottage stairs to the first floor and find two beautifully designed bedrooms both offering stunning interior design, beautiful soft furnishings and luxury hotel linens. Choose from a pretty double room with Velux window or a kingsize with four poster bed, statement chandelier light and views of the countryside. Snowdrop Cottage features an enclosed garden with a raised terrace with additional seating for al fresco dining and a private hot tub. Decorated with fairy lights this garden comes alive at night should you wish to enjoy the evening stargazing around the firepit or surrounded by bubbles.
You are truly spoilt at Snowdrop Cottage, having so much on your doorstep. The local public house is just across the road and is much loved by the locals for the great food it serves and the friendly welcome. Opposite this there is also the local café/deli where you can enjoy a wonderful breakfast menu, afternoon tea, coffees and cakes or pick up some delicious holiday essentials including pre-made meals to cook at home. The iconic Castle Howard, famous for Brideshead Revisited and more recently Bridgerton is just a short drive away, offering a packed events programme throughout the year and one of the UK’s best Christmas experiences a visit here should feature on your holiday itinerary. The Yorkshire Arboretum is opposite and provides a stunning backdrop for walking. If you are looking to enjoy great food then visit Malton, the ’foodie’ capital of Yorkshire. Packed with independent cafés, delis and restaurants and offering frequent food festivals. At neighbouring market town Pickering you can climb aboard their steam train or visit local attractions such as Eden Camp historic war museum or perhaps a day out at Flamingo Land theme park and Zoo. Dalby Forest offers amazing walks and mountain biking or if you really want to climb in the treetops why not tackle Go Ape’s adventure challenge. The Howardian Hills offer miles of walking and cycling opportunities or hop on the train in Malton and enjoy the seaside town of Scarborough or travel inland and explore the medieval walled city of York. The North York Moors National Park and the Yorkshire Wolds are also on the doorstep waiting to be explored. Make Snowdrop Cottage in Welburn the base for your hot tub getaway!