Dog-Friendly Holidays Norfolk
Discover the ultimate dog-friendly escape in Norfolk with our curated list of pet-friendly hotels and cottages. From sandy beaches to salt marshes, Norfolk offers a haven for you and your furry friend. Explore charming towns, roam dog-friendly coastlines, and book a hotel tailored for a memorable canine-friendly getaway in this picturesque corner of England.
Great Yarmouth, EnglandThis spacious property has been thoughtfully presented throughout and offers a large, open-plan, social accommodation, all one level, having doors leading onto the pretty, enclosed, paved garden, with your very own hot tub to enjoy. On a balmy summer day, push open the doors to enjoy alfresco dining, and on an evening, why not relax in your private hot tub and watch the stars with a glass of bubbly. In the morning you can enjoy listening to the songbirds, an ideal spot to relax.
Beautifully styled throughout and the well-equipped kitchen will delight any chef enthusiast, an ideal choice for a family celebration and opportunity to dine together at home. On a balmy summer day open the doors, enjoy dining on the patio, relax in your private hot tub, and on an evening watch the twinkling stars with a glass of bubbly. Each bedroom has been thoughtfully furnished, with the master bedroom enjoying a super-king double bed with an en-suite shower room, and three further bedrooms, and a separate family bathroom. Even though there is no Wi-Fi, there is a strong mobile 4G signal and there are films downloaded on the TV.
This single-storey holiday home is peacefully tucked away in the coastal village of Burgh Castle. The village itself offers a local pub serving good food, 11 minutes’ walking distance, and a local holiday park has a good selection of facilities (day rates are chargeable) including indoor swimming pool (booking is advisable during peak summer) children’s soft play area and club bar and restaurant.
Nearby is one of the UK’s best preserved Roman sites, not only filled with history but it’s a beautiful place to wander, having panoramic views across Breydon Waters to the mills and marshes beyond, teeming with bird life. For super sandy beaches and seaside fun head to Gorleston on Sea or enjoy the Golden Mile at Great Yarmouth offering a host of traditional seaside attractions including the Pleasure Beach fun fair. Thrill seekers are also sure to enjoy a day out at Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park at Lowestoft. For a change of pace, visit Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens and take the tiger walk across the treetops. Nearby Caister Castle features a classic car museum. Enjoy a day at the races, both horse and dog racing available locally. Great days out for the children are BeWILDerwood at Horning, the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, and Sea Life centre at Great Yarmouth. There are lots of bistro opportunities located within the surrounding area.
You are also close to the Norfolk Broads National Park where you can explore these famous waterways by either chartering your own day launch, kayak, canoe, or paddle board hire or simply sit back and enjoy one of the river trips. This wonderful location means you really are close to all the action, including the city of Norwich, recently voted one of the top five cities to visit in the UK with its Norman castle and numerous museums, galleries, and theatres. Those who enjoy cycling and walking will discover that there are lots of great routes to enjoy from doorstep. Pub and restaurant 0.8 miles. Beach 3.4 miles.£154From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Dereham, EnglandThis glorious barn conversion has been meticulously designed and restored to create a luxurious holiday some for families and friends to enjoy. With open plan kitchen and dining area, the perfect space to come together and enjoy meals with your loved ones. Plus, large living area with games to keep the family entertained. Three kingsize bedrooms on the ground floor all with their own en-suite shower rooms. A spiral staircase leads to the large mezzanine, master bedroom, with kingsize bed plus en-suite bathroom, with bath and shower. Smart TVs in all downstairs bedrooms. From the lounge you will find sliding patio doors to the private and enclosed, rear and side garden, with private hot tub to sit back and relax in after a day exploring the local area. There is also a patio firepit and wood is included. A bespoke garden corner seating area, with built in firepit or drinks cooler, providing the perfect spot to enjoy al fresco dining on a warm day.
The Owl Barn is in a secluded spot, at a Hobby Farm within the owner’s grounds, there are chickens, turkey’s and ducks on site – Children are welcome to help with egg collection. Up to two well behaved dogs (kept on leads) are welcome (more dogs can be agreed with the owner before booking) and there are also dog kennels provided adjacent to the property in a shady spot, if you wish to go out for the day, sole use for Owl Barn guests. An enclosed horse paddock is also available for dogs to run free, horses accepted by request and private arrangement. Perfect for nature lovers, the owner offers access to a tranquil private nature walk within their grounds. Where you can enjoy the local nature. There is a pond and river at the end of the grounds, so please pay attention to warning signs and always supervise children and dogs. There are owl boxes in the trees with fitted cameras, which you will soon be able to view.
Conveniently placed, in the Norfolk village – Saham Toney, next door to an 18 hole Golf course and within a 5-minute drive to Watton, for all essential shops. Local pub within 1 mile. If you would like to explore the local area, Thetford Forest for high lodge forest adventure, Go Ape high ropes course and lots of great cycling and walking routes are just a 30-minute drive. Or take a trip to the stunning North Norfolk Coast and visit the long stretches of sandy beaches in traditional seaside towns, located within an hour’s drive. Norwich – a fine city, is well worth a visit. Offering something for everyone, with an abundance of independent and high street shops and restaurants, nestled within modern and medieval architecture and just a 40-minute drive.£179From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hoveton, England
5.00’Still waters, scudding sails, stately swans and blissful peace – the magic of the Broads on your doorstep...’ Making a perfect base for a Broadland holiday, these four lodges are set right on the banks of the River Bure and Daisy Broad, in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. Not only are these properties close to the river, but the owner also owns other riverfront so if guests have a valid fishing licence and bring their own equipment, they can fish easily nearby.
Each lodge has a lawned area beside the river, and are designed in ‘upside-down’ style, enjoying an upstairs sitting-room leading on to a furnished balcony, where guests can relax in style and enjoy the sights and sounds of the river. All the lodges have been furnished and equipped to four star standard.
Day motor launches that accommodate up to 8 passengers are included free of charge with each property and these can be moored alongside the lodges. The motor launch is chargeable during Whitsun and Summer Holidays, direct from the owner at a preferential rate.
The properties are situated in Wroxham which is well known as the ‘Capital of the Broads’ and has a selection of cafes, restaurants and shops within a few minutes’ walk. The wider area is also criss-crossed by numerous footpaths and cycling trails. One of the best ways to enjoy the Broads is on the water by motor launch, or take one of the organised day trips arranged by the neighbouring boatyard. On the water, the beauty of the Broads can be truly experienced with its extensive wildlife (ducks, geese, swans, spoonbills and herons) and its sleepy Broads villages with their pretty flint cottages and attractive churches.
The coast is within easy reach (12 miles) with lovely sandy beaches and a string of villages spreading northwards to the bustling sea towns of Cromer and Sheringham. Alternatively, Norwich is less than 10 miles away with its cathedral, castle, museums, theatres, excellent shops and restaurants. National Trust properties well worth a visit are Felbrigg Hall and Blickling Hall, both within easy reach. Nearest shops are 500 yards. Moorings for motor launches are outside the property and life jackets are available free of charge. Pet life jackets available on arrival for a refundable £10 deposit. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 32 guests.£151From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Blakeney, England 5.00Seagulls enjoys far-reaching, spectacular views across the Blakeney salt-marshes from full-length windows in the first floor living room. It is set at the end of a quiet no-through road with a secluded garden. Over the road is the village playing field with tennis courts. Inside, the house is warm, convenient and attractive - practical for families with children, yet well-furnished to be relaxing and comfortable for the older generation. The well-equipped retro kitchen leads to the dining room which boasts a cosy wood burner.
Blakeney Quay is a short walk past the village shop (with bacon for the ever-obliging crabs). From here is access to the marsh or up to the village. Blakeney is a bird-watcher’s paradise; the coastal path runs in front of the house, there are seals at Blakeney Point, and it is surrounded by beautiful countryside walks. The historic little town of Holt is close by and offers a range of shops, pubs, restaurants, cafés and weekly markets. Within a few minutes’ drive is Holt Lowes, an area renowned for wildlife, designated as both a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Area of Conservation. Also worth a visit is Holt Country Park with its wealth of bird life, as well as other RSPB reserves. The region has several stately homes such as NT Blickling and Felbrigg Halls, Holkham Hall and Houghton Hall. Other interesting days out include visits to Sheringham Park, and Walsingham Shrine and Priory ruins. Sheringham offers golf and is home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway, Splash aqua pool, a promenade and a pier. Within easy driving distance is Norwich with its excellent shopping, restaurants, cathedral, theatre, pubs, cinema and markets. Wells-next-the-Sea is 5 miles and Holkham’s vast sandy beach is just 8 miles. Windsurfing, dinghy launching, sailing and boat trips are all available locally. Shops 100 yards.£156From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Norwich, EnglandThis beautifully renovated former stables rests in Wroxham in Norfolk. Open-plan living. Woodburning stove. Dog-friendly. WiFi. Homely cottage. Norwich 7.4 miles; Great Yarmouth 18.5 miles.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, EnglandIn a splendid position within walking distance of the excellent sandy beach, this traditional detached family home enjoys an enclosed lawned garden. Comfortably furnished throughout, offering wonderful holiday accommodation for larger families and friends wishing to holiday together. Boasting four bedrooms and a sofa bed sleeping two people within the living room, complete with ground floor shower room, it is perfect for anyone wishing to avoid the stairs. The house is equipped with all modern day comforts and a wood burner to provide an extra warm welcome at any time of year.
Sea Palling has a glorious sandy beach, a paradise for children, which is backed with dunes, perfect for beach picnics, and some areas are open to dogs. The beach is popular for sightings of local sea colonies and it has a lifeguard and boat launching facility. The local shop and pub are just 500 yards away and it is ideally placed to take advantage of the myriad attractions on offer. The village also has a local fish shop, café, fish and chip shop, pub with music (seasonal) which serves food all day, an amusement arcade, children’s playground and a water sports shop, which also hires water sports equipment.
An easy drive is the Norfolk Broads which is a haven for wildlife. The expanse of waterways is best explored by boat, and daily motor launch hire and river trips are available daily with plenty of riverside restaurants and picnic opportunities along the way. Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, is 12 miles away. For children, visit the treetop adventure park of BeWILDerwood at Horning, Dinosaur Park at Lenwade and Thrigby Wildlife Park.
The traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth, 16 miles, has a fun fair and amusements, or continue along the coastal path to Winterton-on-Sea. Further afield are the seaside resorts of Cromer and Sheringham, famous for shell fish and the Poppy Line Steam Railway. Further along the coastal route are RSPB and salt marsh nature reserves for excellent walks and bird watching opportunities. Boat trips to visit the basking seal colonies at Blakeney Point Nature Reserve are available from both Blakeney and Morston Quay. The city of Norwich, 20 miles, has excellent shopping, two indoor shopping centres, cafés, restaurants, a theatre, cinema complex, castle museum and cathedral. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£105From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wroxham, EnglandThis wonderful, detached riverside home features a large wrap-around lawned garden with a charming summer house, leading directly onto the waterway. Wroxham Broad is rich in wildlife with great fishing opportunities. Explore the waterways by bringing your own boat (free slip way launch available nearly) and there is free facility for mooring your own day boat at the property.
This lovely home offers privacy and space for all. There is a large driveway offering plenty of parking, and an outside covered cart shed with table tennis table, perfect for those competitive family tournaments. The conservatory overlooks the river and garden, and the upstairs twin bedroom has its very own veranda, again with a wonderful view overlooking the garden and river. Any fishing enthusiasts will love the fact that fishing is available direct from the doorstep (seasonal, license required).
The Anchorage is set in the heart of Wroxham in a very desirable location. The enclosed garden leads directly onto a private waterway that leads into Wroxham Broad, just minutes away from the bustling waterside town, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads’ with its wealth of shops, cafés, restaurants and many waterside activities including river trips. The area also has two train stations; a mainline station leading to coastal area such as Cromer and the city of Norwich, and the Bure Valley miniature steam gauge railway. A few minutes further drive away is Wroxham Barns, a children’s petting farm, with small funfair rides and a complex of various craft barns, restaurant and café. Beach 15 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£161From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandA magnificent, three-storey Victorian property situated close to the centre of Hunstanton. Pet-friendly. Ideal for families. Enclosed courtyard. King's Lynn 16.8 miles.£162From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandTucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, Allawah House offers a stylish retreat for discerning guests looking for somewhere to relax, unwind and enjoy the North Norfolk coastline. Aptly named, the word ‘Allawah’ is Aboriginal in origin and means ‘make you abode here’ or ‘remain here’, and given how light and airy this detached property is, you may well be tempted to stay put and just enjoy the spacious accommodation. It boasts two bathrooms and a ground floor toilet, a well-equipped kitchen and a sun room. Together with an outdoor electric sun shade, it means that you can enjoy the south-facing garden at any time of the day.
Venturing out, you will find a string of pretty coastal towns and villages with a range of habitats, including wide sandy beaches, marshes and quays. Visit nearby Hunstanton for the Sealife Centre, seasonal seal trips and a host of other seaside attractions. Head east from here and pass through local beauty spots such as Burnham-Overy-Staithe, Brancaster, Holkham,and Wells-next-the-Sea, which boasts a picturesque quay and a narrow gauge railway that takes you down to the beach with its pretty painted beach huts. Head a little further and you can enjoy the pursuit of crabbing on Blakeney Quay, too.
History buffs will enjoy a visit to the Sandringham and Holkham Estates and should also take the time to explore the Hanseatic Quarter of Old Kings Lynn. Bird watchers will enjoy trips to Titchwell, Cley and Welney and wildlife lovers will surely take a deer safari in nearby Snettisham. Add in attractions such as Norfolk Lavender, great walks and cycle routes and lots of places to eat and drink (many of which serve seasonal local produce) and you will soon see why people flock to this part of the glorious Norfolk coastline year after year. And, what a treat to return to Allawah and remain there for a great night’s sleep, perhaps to dream of adventures yet to come. Beach 4 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
North Walsham, EnglandSet within the sought after seaside village of Mundesley, Driftwood House is the perfect choice for discerning guests looking for a stylish coastal holiday. Boasting a private hot tub, three bathrooms and a lovely multi-fuel burner, this property really does have everything you need for an all-weather break. While it is a village, Mundesley itself boasts lots of places to eat and drink and of course has a wide sandy beach which is considered by many to be one of the best in the area. With all of this just footsteps away, you may be tempted to park up at Driftwood House and spend your whole holiday right there but venture a little further and you will find much to see and do. Head east or west to discover a string of coastal villages and towns including Cromer, with its famous pier and Happisburg with its picturesque lighthouse. Or, head inland and be in the heart of the Norfolk Broads in under half an hour. History Buffs will enjoy exploring the medieval city of Norwich, the Blickling Hall Estate, the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections or one of the numerous local museums. The young at heart will enjoy a day out at BeWILDerwood or Amazonia Zoo and nature lovers will also be spoilt for choice with Cley Marshes within easy reach too. After a great day exploring, you can return to Driftwood House and relax in that amazing hot tub. Beach 300 yards. Shop 220 yards, pub and restaurant 330 yards.£155From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
