Pet Friendly Lodges Somerset
Head to the South West and Somerset for some of the most luscious landscapes and historical cities in the UK.Head to the dog friendly beaches at Minehead and Weston Super Mare. With some beautiful countryside, the Quantock Hills and popular attractions like Frome and Bridgwater, Somerset makes a pawsome retreat for any dog owner. And you'll have the best base to explore from one of our pet friendly lodges.
- Taunton, EnglandA superb cottage resting in the village of Crowcombe, Somerset. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Taunton 10.7 miles.£103From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Dunster, EnglandLocated in the quiet back streets of the pretty medieval village of Dunster, Mill Haven offers flexible and well-appointed holiday accommodation. A converted bungalow, this detached house benefits from two bedrooms on the ground floor and two bedrooms on the first floor. There is an open-plan living room and a further second living room, as well as a lovely conservatory with a dining area to look over the well-maintained gardens. Mill haven is perfectly situated so you can walk into Dunster to sample all the delights including the imposing Dunster Castle (NT). During early December, the Dunster Candlelight Festival is well worth a visit. There are many highlights to enjoy during your stay in the area. In Minehead, there is the main train station or take the famous West Somerset Steam Railway, which travels along the coast and then inland to Bishops Lydeard. There is also a beach at Minehead and a promenade, where you can enjoy a walk and an ice cream. Take regular bus services along the coast to such highlights as Porlock and Lynton and Lynmouth. If you are coming with children, a day ticket can be purchased for Butlins on the seafront. Great walking opportunities can be found in the area on both the South West Coast Path and within Exmoor National Park. There are beaches at Dunster and Blue Anchor to enjoy. Beach 2 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£82From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Watchet, EnglandA touch of luxury at this modern holiday lodge near Washford, North Somerset coast. Open plan living room with beams, private hot tub, plenty of parking.£73From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Watchet, EnglandA spacious period holiday home a three minute walk from West Beach in Watchet. Sea views, open fire, three bedrooms, large garden, pet-friendly. Ideal for families. Minehead 9 miles.£82From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Burnham-on-Sea, EnglandSituated in the highly sought-after village of Burnham Market, voted the best place to live in Norfolk, there is much to love about Downlands. Tucked away in a quiet side street but just footsteps from the high street with its array of cafés, bistros, shops and pubs, you really are close to lots of lovely places to eat and drink but secluded enough to be sure of a great night’s sleep.
Stylishly decorated and furnished throughout, this light and airy property is perfect for discerning guests who are looking for a high-end escape close to the stunning coastline. Boasting a living room with a cosy wood burner, French doors on to a beautiful mature garden and three double bedrooms, you are sure to enjoy your time in this well-equipped family home, which is the perfect place to relax, unwind and leave the every-day stresses behind. Venture out however and you will find yourself just a short drive from the pretty seaside town of Wells-next-the-Sea with its insta-opportunities galore. Sit at the beautiful quayside and watch the pretty little sailing boats bob on the tide. Explore Staithe Street with its quaint assortment of traditional seaside and artisan shops and cafés, or head to the wide sandy beach resplendent with painted beach huts.
Head east from here and enjoy a spot of crab lining at Blakeney or a stroll along Cromer Pier, or head west and enjoy Hunstanton with its stripey cliffs and host of family amusements including a Sea Life Centre. Make sure you allow lots of time for your journeys along the coast roads however as each village brings a new coastal habitat and somewhere new to eat or shop, so it may well take you a while to reach your destination!
History buffs should make time to visit the Holkham, Houghton and Sandringham Estates as well as visiting the Hanseatic Quarter of Old King’s Lynn. And nature lovers will be truly spoilt for choice too. Add in great walks and cycle routes, numerous golf courses and so much more and you will be sure to book a return visit to Downlands, just to fit it all in. Just lovely!£141From price per night based on 7 night stay
- EnglandRemarkably presented throughout offering lavish coastal style living, this fabulous holiday home is perfect for getting together with friends, the family and your dogs. Situated in the popular Somerset coastal village of Brean, this property is a local landmark which is appropriately named and is a unique property of stunning architectural design, together with the hand carved stone features giving it a look of a Mediterranean-style castle.
It also offers uninterrupted views across the Bristol Channel as well as its very own private access on to the seven mile stretch of sandy beach which lies at the bottom of the garden. If you would like to bring the dog, you’ll be pleased to hear that Brean beach and many in the area welcome dogs all year round.
On arrival, enter through the private gates and take in the individuality of this unusual coastal beach house, which was fully refurbished in 2018. The entrance hall is the perfect place to leave your coats and shoes behind you as you enter this remarkable property. On your left is the first of the four bedrooms, which offers a double bed and views over the garden and out to sea.
Next door is the second of the four rooms, which is a bunk bedroom ideal for the little ones of the party. Heading down the hall and to your right is the light and airy living area, which offers extensive views to Brean Down and the Bleadon Hills.
Following on through the property are the remaining two bedrooms, both of which have a king size bed and en-suite shower rooms with toilet. Heading to the rear of the property you enter the delightful open-plan kitchen/dining room which offers seating for eight guests, perfect for enjoying supper as a family. Off the kitchen you will find the main bathroom, with a contemporary twist and which features a large freestanding bath, separate shower and WC.
The fully enclosed garden area enjoys 180 degree panoramic views across the Bristol Channel and Brean beach. Leading off the double French doors from the kitchen is a decked area offering seating for eight guests. To the rear of the garden is your very own barbecue lodge for all the family to enjoy.
The stretch of sand between popular tourist destination Burnham-on-Sea and Brean Down is the second longest in Europe, and includes eight beaches. It is a huge draw for beach lovers, and the many campsites and parks that serve it prove its popularity! There are ’kiss-me-quick’ style family amusement parks offering rides, seaside entertainment and eating places, as well as picturesque National Trust managed coastline at Brean Down offering peace, tranquillity and miles of trails away from the busy seaside resorts of Weston-Super-Mare and Burnham-On-Sea.
The local area offers a fun packed holiday for families, as well as the beaches of Burnham, Berrow and Brean offering a seaside sanctuary for those wishing to get away from it all.
The Castle is situated at the end of the strip on the headland known as Brean Down. Here you can experience the 360 degree views over the sea on one side, and across the Somerset Levels on the other where on a clear day you can see both Glastonbury Tor and the Mendip Hills. Wells, famous for its beautiful cathedral, boutique shops and restaurants, is within easy reach. Popular attractions nearby are Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole and Glastonbury Tor.£168From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Bridgwater, EnglandA delightful end-terrace cottage resting in Kilve, Somerset. Enclosed garden. Pet-friendly. Near a beach. Woodburning stove. Close to amenities. Williton 5.2 miles; Bridgwater 12.7 miles.£70From price per night based on 7 night stay
- EnglandWelcome to TH Hollow, a beautiful single storey stable conversion in the heart of the Somerset countryside at the foot of the Quantock Hills. Completed in 2021 and finished to a high standard, there is a central open plan living/dining/kitchen which has a fabulous, vaulted ceiling, comfortable furnishings and comes well-equipped with everything you need for the perfect stay. The kitchen area has electric hob and oven, dishwasher, microwave and fridge while the living area has a 43” Smart TV, perfect for relaxing of an evening.
The bedrooms lead off from the central living area with the master having a king-sized bed and bedroom two having a single bed. The large wet room has non-slip flooring, heated towel rail and shower. From bedroom two you have direct access to the Gym with cross trainer, Sauna and further shower room. Ease of access here has been carefully considered, with ramps leading in from both the front and rear entrances as well as wider doors inside, making this wonderful holiday home suitable for all abilities. To the rear is a large, enclosed courtyard with garden furniture (through access may occasionally be required by the gardener for grounds maintenance) and access from here to the utility area with washing machine and bike store.
TH Hollow also has exclusive use of the owner’s fantastic hot tub, covered heated swimming pool and tennis court at pre-arranged times (9am -1pm unless otherwise agreed with owner). Please note that the swimming pool is available from late-April until Mid-October. Your four-legged family members are welcome here also and have use of the owners fenced dog walking paddock, the perfect spot to soak up the views while your dogs run off some energy!
Set just outside of the village of Bishops Lydeard, with its village pubs and local store as well as access to the brilliant West Somerset Steam Railway, a great way to see not just the countryside but also the coast while you chug merrily along to Minehead. Alight here and spend the day exploring the shops, restaurants and beach. The county town of Taunton is easily reachable within 15 minutes or head over to Exmoor and explore the wonderful villages, walk over the moors and have a cream tea in one of the many tea shops on route. Beach 12 miles.£91From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Minehead, EnglandSet right opposite the beach in the heart of the seaside town of Minehead we have Seagate Cottage, built in the 17th century this delightful topsy turvy thatched cottage has views over the bay from the lounge and first floor bedroom. On the ground floor you will find the well equipped kitchen diner with electric cooker, fridge freezer and ample dining space, the twin bedroom is on this floor as well as the bathroom which has bath with shower over, heated towel rail and the washer/dryer. Up the stairs to the first floor you will find the living room with TV, DVD player, DAB radio and CD player, open fire and sea views, the large double bedroom also has sea views and there is a separate toilet as well.
Pets are more than welcome here and are treated like family with their own dog bowls and throws for them to make their stay extra comfy, there is a green area across the road and the beach opposite allows dogs from September to May plus lots of other year round dog friendly beaches nearby.
The traditional seaside resort of Minehead has a great mix of small independent stores as well as larger chain stores plus plenty of pubs, restaurants, cafés and tea rooms all within a short walking distance from Seagate Cottage. For a great day out hop onto the West Somerset Steam Railway just around the corner and ride the rails through Somerset villages. Wonderful walks surround you, head up North Hill or over to Alcombe, Exmoor has miles and miles of walks as well suitable for all abilities! The wonderful medieval village of Dunster with its fabulous castle, now owned by the national trust is just a couple of miles away. A short drive brings you to the Victorian villages of Lynmouth and Lynton, famous for the Watersmeet Gorge, National Trust, Valley of the Rocks and the funicular cliff railway while Porlock and Porlock Weir hold plenty of charm and interest to those who visit the area.£90From price per night based on 7 night stay
- EnglandDaisy Cottage at Manor Farm is a well-equipped cottage, set in an area of natural beauty in North Somerset. This smart barn redevelopment is set on a farm within the delightful fringe of the Mendip Hills, just 5 miles from the promenade, pier, sandy beach and SeaQuarium of Weston-super-Mare. Make sure you pack your walking boots, make a picnic and explore the stunning surroundings.
Daisy Cottage has cosy accommodation for two, including a fully equipped kitchen, a walk-in shower, a wood burner and a super kingsize bed which can be single beds on request. Children cannot stay at Daisy Cottage, apart from babies aged 9 months and under, for which a travel cot and highchair can be provided.
Within easy reach of Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells with its magnificent cathedral, the renowned Clarks Village shopping outlet at Street and National Trust properties at Clevedon Court, Tyntesfield and Montacute House. Splendid walks and cycle trails, and nearby Chew Valley Lakes is a modern reservoir and a mecca for birdwatchers and fishermen. Further afield are Exmoor National Park, the re-developed docklands and shopping of Bristol, and the memorable regency architecture of Bath. Beach 5 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub 1½ miles, restaurant 5½ miles.£89From price per night based on 7 night stay