Dog Friendly Holidays Mendip Hills
Based in the South West, the Mendip Hills have an abundance of great walking trails and ancient woodland for the pawfect break with your pooch. You're sure to have a very pet friendly holiday in the Mendip Hills. You'll be able to explore Exmoor National Park, the Somerset countryside and the rolling hills around the historic city of Bath.
Forton, EnglandThis well-presented semi-detached holiday bungalow is situated in Forton, Somerset, near the Dorset and Devon borders and provides an excellent base to explore these three counties.
Inside, the open-plan living space welcomes you with a fresh and bright atmosphere, offering a great sense of togetherness for you and your loved ones. Complemented by a cosy wood burner for you to snuggle up in front of while catching up on your favourite shows or reminiscing over the day’s adventures. On those warmer evenings, bring a sense of the outdoors in by opening the French doors and letting in the summer breeze. The kitchen provides all you may need in the way of cooking facilities, creating a great home-from-home feel by also including modern amenities for your comfort. Why not enjoy a meal al fresco? Or simply step outside onto the decking area and enjoy your morning coffee or evening glass of tipple, and at the end of your day return back to one of the comfortable bedrooms for a relaxing night’s sleep, both with their own en-suite for convenience.
Although located in a quiet corner of Forton, you’re not situated too far from the Dorset and Devon borders with an abundance of things to see and do, a perfect base to explore the area. Step back in history when visiting Forde Abbey and Gardens and take your friends or family, including your furry friends, on a leisurely stroll around the gardens, or book in for one of the many activities the site holds during the year.
Further afield, yet only 30 minutes away adventure across Lyme Regis’ Monmouth Beach, famously known for its fossil hunting adventures that take place with a number of fossils and Ammonites being found, along with its amazing ammonite pavement it definitely makes for a memorable day. Shop 1½ miles, pub 2¼ miles.£68From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Winsford, EnglandRoyal Oak Farm is a detached, thatched holiday cottage full of character, situated in the heart of Winsford, one of Exmoor’s prettiest villages. Some of the original parts of the cottage date back to the 14th century. There is generous living space and a large enclosed garden to enjoy. Winsford is located in the heart of Exmoor National Park. There is an inviting pub next to the cottage and a local shop within walking distance. The cottage is surrounded by the majesty of Exmoor and there is easy access to some spectacular country walks on the moorland with an extensive network of well marked footpaths. Dulverton is located 6 miles away and has a wider range of shops, restaurants and tea rooms. A visit to Tarr Steps and Dunkery Beacon, highest point on Exmoor, are some of the highlights. Wimball Lake is a short drive away where you can enjoy the wildlife that surrounds the lake, or enjoy sailing, canoeing or angling on the lake. Other local attractions that may be of interest are the village and castle at Dunster, the West Somerset Railway at Minehead and the villages of Porlock Weir, Lynton and Lynmouth. There are beaches at Dunster and Blue Anchor. Shop 100 yards and pub 20 yards.£109From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
West Pennard, EnglandThis pair of semi-detached converted barns enjoy a peaceful rural setting amongst rolling countryside, yet just a few miles from Glastonbury. The barns have been sympathetically renovated with oak floors and doors, large patio doors and with the original hayloft storage areas converted into galleried bedrooms. Both properties have a private terraced area, with a shared elevated lawned area, and the site is fully enclosed with fencing, ideal for those with pets or children. The Monarchs Way long distance footpath passes just in front of the barns and there are many organised tours, walks and listed footpaths within the immediate area, in the Mendip Hills and along the Somerset Levels. Glastonbury Town Trail and Glastonbury Rural Walk can be followed with ease. Attractions in Glastonbury include climbing up the tor for magnificent views, the Chalice Well and Rural Life Museum, the high street itself encompassing the myths, legends and spiritual ambience of the town, as well as the famous abbey. The city of Wells with its cathedral and Bishops Palace is within a 20-minute drive, as are The Royal Bath and West Showground at Shepton Mallet and Wookey Hole Caves. The Fleet Air Museum at Yeovilton and Cheddar Gorge are approximately a 30-minute drive. For retail therapy, the factory outlet centre of Clarks Village in Street is a 20-minute drive away. The cities of Bath and Bristol are both within an hours’ drive. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£55From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Carhampton, EnglandSituated on the edge of Exmoor National Park, Briddicott Farm Cottage is located close to the medieval village of Dunster, with its famous castle, deer park and mill. This cosy holiday cottage with a wood burner offers a real working farm experience, being located within a busy working farm on MHPF Estate. There are various pens and barns with cattle all around the cottage - glance out of the bedroom windows and watch sheep grazing on the rolling hills! In the lawned front garden, there is a sitting-out area – the ideal spot to enjoy al fresco dining or a drink on a balmy evening and enjoy distant views of the Somerset coast. There is superb walking with many footpaths leading to either the South West Coastal Path or the heathlands and forests of the Dunster woodland and Exmoor National Park. Other places to visit are the Victorian villages of Lynmouth and Lynton which are famous for the Watersmeet Gorge, National Trust, the Valley of the Rocks and the funicular cliff railway. The West Somerset Railway is great for steam train lovers! There are beaches at Porlock and Dunster. Shops, pubs and restaurants 3 miles.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Luxborough, EnglandLocated within Exmoor National Park, an International Dark Sky Reserve perfect for stargazing, and with magnificent views down across the valley, Well Cottage offers a peaceful retreat from the world. The pretty enclosed garden area has a good-sized patio where guests can enjoy a drink whilst admiring the surroundings and there are plenty of walks from the holiday cottage. The stunning coastline between Minehead and Combe Martin is nearby, with its beaches and quiet coves. Shops 4 miles, pub 2 miles.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wiveliscombe, EnglandPerfect for holidays in Somerset all year round, this fantastic lodge is ideal for couples or small families looking to escape to the country. This superb detached lodge is set in a tranquil, rural location on the edge of Exmoor National Park. The contemporary interior is bright and airy and boasts air source heating that supplies the underfloor heating throughout the property. The living room and bedrooms all have patio doors leading onto a large south facing decked balcony with views through the pine trees across the open countryside. Relax in front of the Smart TV, which has access to Neftlix and Disney+ (using your own subscriptions). It is perfect for couples who are seeking a quiet ’get away from it all’ break, and it is pet-friendly, with an enclosed garden area for dogs. Exmoor is inhabited by ponies and red deer, with heather-clad moors and pretty villages is on your doorstep. Visit the highest coast in Britain, Dunkery Beacon with panoramic views, and Minehead with its pretty harbour.
The property owners welcome electric car owners, and can provide overnight charging facilities using a standard 3 pin socket giving a 3Kwh charge to the car battery at a fixed cost. Please advise if you will require this facility in advance. Shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Ash Lodge can be booked together with Oak Lodge (UK10585) to accommodate up to 8 guests.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Tatworth, EnglandThis charming holiday property is attached to the owners’ Georgian home and is located just south of Chard, near the Devon and west Dorset border. The property has a large shared garden and guests have use of the summerhouse. It offers a great location to enjoy the best of three counties. To the south and within easy driving distance lies the famous World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with the ever popular seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Beer and Charmouth. To the east is Devon, where one can enjoy days out on the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with wonderful walking and stunning scenery. In south Somerset there is much to enjoy, including many historic houses such as Montacute House, Forde Abbey Gardens, Tintinhull and Barrington Court, to name a few. Inland, enjoy days out visiting Glastonbury Tor, Clarks Village Outlet, Cheddar Gorge or nearer to home there is some lovely country walking, fishing at Chard Reservoir or golf at the local golf club. There is certainly plenty to keep you entertained. Beach 12 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£38From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
West Pennard, EnglandThis pair of semi-detached converted barns enjoy a peaceful rural setting amongst rolling countryside, yet just a few miles from Glastonbury. The barns have been sympathetically renovated with oak floors and doors, large patio doors and with the original hayloft storage areas converted into galleried bedrooms. Both properties have a private terraced area, with a shared elevated lawned area, and the site is fully enclosed with fencing, ideal for those with pets or children. The Monarchs Way long distance footpath passes just in front of the barns and there are many organised tours, walks and listed footpaths within the immediate area, in the Mendip Hills and along the Somerset Levels. Glastonbury Town Trail and Glastonbury Rural Walk can be followed with ease. Attractions in Glastonbury include climbing up the tor for magnificent views, the Chalice Well and Rural Life Museum, the high street itself encompassing the myths, legends and spiritual ambience of the town, as well as the famous abbey. The city of Wells with its cathedral and Bishops Palace is within a 20-minute drive, as are The Royal Bath and West Showground at Shepton Mallet and Wookey Hole Caves. The Fleet Air Museum at Yeovilton and Cheddar Gorge are approximately a 30-minute drive. For retail therapy, the factory outlet centre of Clarks Village in Street is a 20-minute drive away. The cities of Bath and Bristol are both within an hours’ drive. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£48From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
West Compton, EnglandA detached holiday bungalow in rolling green pastures. Ideal for visiting Glastonbury with its Abbey, Chalice Well, and the Tor with its remains of the 15th-century church. Shepton Mallet, approx 3 miles, offers varied shops, restaurants, and the floodlit carnival in November. Within 3 miles of Royal Bath & West Showground, venue of many interesting events throughout the year. Cathedral city of Wells approx. 5 miles. Nearest beaches at Weston-super-Mare and Burnham-on-Sea, both approx 20 miles. Bus stop 2 miles. Train station 9 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile.£48From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wrangway, EnglandSparrow’s Nest is situated on the slopes of the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and an ideal base for couples, walkers or for peace and quiet. The holiday property is attached to the owners’ home via an adjoining door and shares a large garden with the owners and their chickens, and with a view to the Wellington monument. Further afield is the historic town of Wellington, the Blackdown Hills and of course the open expanses of Exmoor. The coasts of west Somerset, north Devon and south Devon, each with their unique features, are also easily accessible on the Devon border with superb views over meadows and woods with cattle and sheep. 1 mile from the Devon border it is easily accessible from Taunton and the M5. There are many opportunities for exploring on foot or by car with footpaths and winding lanes linking into nearby forests and nature reserves. It is idyllically situated yet highly accessible for visiting all the attractions of Somerset and Devon such as Exmoor, Dartmoor, both north and south coasts, numerous National Trust properties and themed visitor attractions. A restful haven to return to after days out if you can drag yourselves away in the first place! Beach 21 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£48From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
