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.
Fring, EnglandSituated just 6 miles from Hunstanton on the North Norfolk coastline with its beautiful sandy beaches and a wealth of nature and bird reserves, this superb detached farmhouse is peacefully located in the village of Fring. Set in its own grounds with the benefit of an outdoor swimming pool, games room and tennis court as well as a large enclosed garden, White House Farm offers character and comfort. Furnished to offer superb holiday accommodation with views across the fields in all directions, White House Farm makes for an ideal holiday location for families and groups of friends. Burnham Market (8 miles) offers shops, butcher, baker, restaurants and inns. For nature lovers, excellent bird-watching can be enjoyed amid the nearby salt marshes and sand dunes, where good walking may also be found. Additionally, the coastal path and Peddars Way footpath also offers further routes for walkers. For lazy days by the sea, excellent sandy beaches can be found at Brancaster, Holkham and Wells-next-the-Sea, whilst the popular seaside resorts of Heacham and Hunstanton offer many attractions for all ages. Within easy driving distance are numerous historical ruins, stately homes and gardens including Sandringham House, Houghton and Holkham Halls, Walsingham Abbey and Shrine ruins. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.£181From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Downham Market, EnglandSet on the banks of the Great Ouse and boasting glorious riverside views, this delightful cottage, one of a pair, enjoys the perfect location for fishing, walking, cycling or simply watching the waterborne world go by. Locally sourced produce will also be supplied to get your holiday off to a great start. With its pretty interior and garden, it provides an ideal holiday base for all seasons. The historic market town of Downham Market (5 miles), Welney Wetlands wildlife reserve, Denver windmill for cream teas, the Queen’s Estate at Sandringham, Hunstanton for family fun, pretty fishing villages and the cities of Cambridge, Ely and Norwich are all within easy reach. Hunstanton is 50-minute drive and makes a great day out with Sea Life Centre, swimming pool and more. Other places to visit include Holkham Hall and Estate and Wells-next-the-Sea. Local produce is available within 2 miles, and there is also a garden centre. The local village has a pub, butchers, groceries and all essentials. Shop and pub within 3 miles.£70From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Shouldham Thorpe, EnglandDating back to the 18th century, this elegant and spacious, grade II listed farmhouse stands detached, with large lawned gardens and exclusive use of an indoor heatedswimming pool with an outdoor spa tub and indoor sauna. It offers a substantial venue for large families or groups wishing to holiday together. The house boats a well-equipped kitchen, spacious bedrooms and a games room including a table tennis table and table football. It is set amongst rural countryside with a network of quiet lanes offering good walking and cycling from the door. The highly acclaimed Church Farm, Stow Bardolph Rare Breeds Centre, Denver Windmill, sailing club and pay-and-play golf course, Welney Wildfowl Trust, the award-winning Hare Arms pub and Downham Market with its Friday and Saturday markets, are all within easy reach. There is also easy access to the lovely sandy beaches, and RSPB nature and bird reserves along the North Norfolk Coast.
The market town of Downham Market (6 miles) boasts a direct rail link to Ely, Cambridge and London (1hr 20mins). It has a supermarket, shops, restaurants, inns, post office and bank. The medieval town of Kings Lynn (8 miles), complete with handsome waterfront offers an array of good shops, inns, restaurants, theatre, cinema, bowling alley and a sports centre. Both west and north Norfolk have an expanse of sandy beaches and salt marshes along the coastline, as well as nature reserves to protect the birds and plants which thrive here. The coastal road passes through many pretty rural villages, with popular tea rooms serving wonderful local food.
For those who enjoy a visit to the beach whilst on holiday, the seaside resorts of Hunstanton and Heacham boast beaches and an array of traditional seaside activities and attractions for all ages. Hunstanton (22 miles) has a pier with lively seasonal entertainment, Sea Life Centre and cliff-top golf course. Heacham (20 miles) is home to Norfolk Lavender and visitors may participate in guided tours of the expanse of lavender fields to observe the harvesting. Sandringham Estate - the Queen’s country residence, with its Jacobean-style house, museum, superb gardens and park are open to the public when the Royal Family is not in residence.
To the south lies Ely Cathedral, ‘Ship of the Fens’, standing proudly in the small city of Ely. Ely has an excellent Saturday market and a good variety of gift shops, as well as a pretty water front and boat hire. The historic city of Cambridge is easily accessible for the day and well worth a visit. One of the nicest ways to explore the city is by punt, which meanders through the city and passes many of the stunning university grounds. There are also many shops, pubs, restaurants and theatres. Norwich, famous for its cathedral, is also within easy reach, where a visit to the stunning cathedral is not to be missed, as is the famous mustard shop, with many new and old varieties can be purchased. Shops 4 miles, pub 2 miles.£568From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
King's Lynn, EnglandDating back to the 18th-century, this elegant hall stands detached within large lawned gardens and offers a unique opportunity for large groups and families wishing to holiday together. It is situated within rural countryside just off the road between Kings Lynn and Wisbech road giving easy access for exploration of the wonderful North Norfolk coastline, surrounding villages and market towns. The historic town of Kings Lynn is just 5 miles away with its market square and picturesque riverside; visitors will find shops, pubs and restaurants in abundance. Golf, riding and fishing are close by. Lovely sandy beaches and RSPB reserves are within half an hour’s drive. West and North Norfolk have expanses of sandy beaches and salt marshes along the coastline, as well as nature reserves to protect the birds and plants which thrive here. The seaside resorts of Hunstanton and Heacham boast award-winning beaches and an array of traditional seaside activities and attractions for all ages. Hunstanton has a pier with lively seasonal entertainment, Sea Life Centre and cliff-top golf course. Sandringham Estate, the Queen’s country residence, with its Jacobean-style house, museum, superb gardens and park, is open to the public when the Royal Family is not in residence. The market town of Wisbech is 15 miles, and the medieval town of Kings Lynn, 5 miles, features a handsome waterfront and an array of shops, inns, restaurants, a theatre, cinema, bowling alley and sports centre. Downham Market, 10 miles, with its Friday and Saturday markets boasts a direct rail link to Ely, Cambridge and London (1 hour 20 minutes). To the south lies Ely Cathedral, ’Ship of the Fens’, standing proudly in the small city of Ely, which has an excellent Saturday market and a good variety of gift shops, as well as a pretty waterfront and boat hire. Cambridge is easily accessible for the day and well worth a visit. One of the nicest ways to explore the city is by punt, which meanders through the city and passes many of the stunning university grounds. Norwich is an hour’s drive, where a visit to the stunning cathedral is not to be missed. Shops 1½ miles, pub 1 mile.£249From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Terrington Saint Clement, EnglandA beautiful, detached barn conversion with a lovely wrap around, mature lawn garden with seating area boasting wonderful open countryside views. Situated adjacent to the owners’ home yet retains full privacy. Welcoming to families, but an ideal choice for older family members.
Set all on one level, the property is ideal for guests wanting to avoid any steps and stairs. There is ramp access and wide doors aiding users with wheelchairs and mobility aids. The property also features a shower room with walk-in shower and seat, alongside lateral transfer to the toilet. A raised toilet seat and mobile toilet frame are also available.
Willows Barn boasts open plan accommodation, well equipped and beautifully furnished to delight guests. Historic Kings Lynn with its port is just 5 miles away and has a wealth of shops, including supermarkets, cinema complex, bowling alley and plenty of eateries. The North Norfolk coastline is a 30-minute drive away for wonderful sandy beaches, nature reserves, and plentiful with seaside attractions. Thetford Forest, 31 miles, has a tree-top adventure park and cycle and walking trails to suit every ability; from adrenaline black routes to green family fun trails.
The Royal Sandringham estate is 12 miles away, while further afield is Norwich City, 50 miles, with its castle, cathedral, excellent shopping malls, market square and eateries and the famous Norfolk Broads National Park. Having such a fabulous location, this super property is sure to provide the perfect home from home to explore or simply relax and recharge. 2 pubs serving good food 1.5 miles. Supermarkets 5 miles. Beach 19 miles.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Barney, EnglandWith so much available on site, it may be hard to tear yourself away from The Paddocks. The small fishing lake offers carp from 6lbs to 8lbs, roach, rudd and tench for just £3 per person per day, and there is also a seasonal shop, bar and restaurant too. This makes for a great family base from which to explore the area and, better still, it is just 8 miles from the coast which is an AONB. These well presented, single-storey barn conversions at Barney (refs: 30953, 30954 and 30955) offer comfortable and relaxing accommodation whether you plan to unwind and get away from it all or emerse yourself in the multitude of activities that this area has to offer.
Close by lies Blakeney with its picturesque quay and quaint tradition of crabbing. This offers a great gateway to the wider Norfolk coastline with beaches that are great for sun-worshipping on, walking along and even bird watching. Boat trips can be taken to the seal colony and Blakeney Point Nature Island, and you are just 10 minutes from the beautiful market town of Holt. Within 15-20 minutes you will also find the Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, Thursford Collection and its Christmas Spectacular, Stody Lodge Gardens, RSPB at Cley Marshes, North Norfolk Railway, as well as the stunning seaside towns of Wells-next-the-Sea and Sheringham. Leisure pool and cinema in Fakenham. Within 30-40 minutes you will also find the NT properties, Sandringham, Holkham, with its famous beach, Houghton and Blickling, as well as Burnham Market, the seaside town of Cromer with its pier and other attractions, including Amazona Zoo.
The cottages are available to enjoy as single units or you can interconnect all three barns (refs: 30953, 30954 and 30955) for parties of 10, 12 or 16, so it’s perfect if you are travelling as a large group too! Within a 5-minute walk there is a shop, restaurant and bar, and on site are fishing, a children’s play area, large chess sets and a variety of games, as well as a pool table and table tennis. Shop 100 yards and restaurant/bar 400 yards.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mundesley, EnglandA superb location for a family seaside holiday, this delightful detached, upside-down, brick and flint house lies just 50 yards from the glorious beach, which can be accessed by the gate at the bottom of the garden, borders a meandering stream, and is walking distance from shops and pubs in the pretty village of Mundesley. This lovely area provides so much to see: the beautiful Norfolk Broads where boats can be hired or trips can be taken, Cromer, 8 miles, for family fun - famous for its end-of-pier show and crab sandwiches, pretty fishing villages, bird reserves, seal-watching trips, steam train rides and the children will love BeWILDerwood - a treetop fun park. Medieval Norwich, with its castle, cathedral, fine shops and restaurants, is not to be missed. Shop and pub 100 yards.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Norwich, EnglandOnly 4 miles from Sheringham and set in the grounds of the owners’ home in 4½ acres. The three old farm buildings in traditional Norfolk flint have been converted into charming holiday accommodation with use of cycle store. Located in farming countryside the properties are at the end of a winding drive, on a lane on the outskirts of Lower Gresham. Enjoy the deserted lanes, walk the many footpaths and bridle paths. Cycle to the coast or inland into deepest Norfolk; Cycle Route 30 runs past the property. Sheringham is a short drive with sandy beaches, the main station for the Poppy Line steam railway, the ‘Splash’ indoor leisure centre, the local market, theatre and traditional shops. The Georgian town of Holt is 5 miles, with shops, artist studios, restaurants and market. The seaside town of Cromer is 4 miles, with pier, theatre, cinema, promenade and cafés. Enjoy the wildlife in the surrounding countryside, and drive along the coast to the bird reserves at Morston and Cley next to the Sea, or take a boat trip to view the seals at Blakeney Point. There is golf and fishing available nearby and within 5 miles are the National Trust properties at Felbrigg Hall and Sheringham Park. Shop and pub 2 miles.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Weybourne, EnglandWelcome to Sky Lark, your idyllic holiday retreat nestled in the charming village of Weybourne, Norfolk. This coastal gem is the perfect destination for those seeking a quintessential British seaside experience, offering a myriad of activities and attractions to make your stay unforgettable.
Weybourne, a picturesque village on the North Norfolk coast, is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. With its stunning coastal landscapes, a plethora of activities await at your doorstep. Explore the breathtaking Weybourne Beach, where you can take leisurely strolls along the shoreline or indulge in a spot of beachcombing, collecting treasures left by the tides.
For those with a thirst for adventure, Weybourne is the gateway to some of Norfolk’s most beautiful walking trails. The Norfolk Coast Path, just steps away from Sky Lark, invites you to discover the diverse flora and fauna of the region while soaking in the mesmerizing sea views. Fishing enthusiasts will find themselves in paradise, as Weybourne boasts excellent fishing opportunities. Cast your line off the beach or hire a local charter for a day of deep-sea fishing, reeling in the catch of the day. History buffs can explore the nearby Weybourne Priory and learn about the village’s rich heritage. Don’t forget to visit the Muckleburgh Military Collection, a captivating museum that showcases an extensive array of military vehicles, aircraft, and weaponry.
After a day of adventure, enjoy a delicious meal at one of the local eateries or indulge in a traditional British afternoon tea at one of the charming tearooms. Sky Lark in Weybourne, Norfolk, is your gateway to an unforgettable holiday experience, where the possibilities for exploration and relaxation are endless. Immerse yourself in the unique charm of this coastal village and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Sheringham, EnglandNestled within the vibrant tapestry of Sheringham, a quaint old fishing village that has gracefully transformed into a sought-after coastal resort, this charming cottage beckons travellers with its warmth, character, and unparalleled location. Offering an enchanting blend of coastal charm and modern convenience, it serves as an idyllic base for those seeking a quintessential seaside getaway.
Stepping inside, guests are greeted by a cosy ambiance that resonates throughout the cottage. The accommodation comprises a tastefully appointed double bedroom and a snug twin bedroom, each adorned with plush furnishings and delightful touches that evoke a sense of tranquillity and serenity. Welcoming one small dog, the cottage ensures that every member of the family can partake in the coastal adventures.
The heart of the home lies in its inviting living spaces, where guests can unwind after a day of exploration. The well-equipped kitchen caters to culinary enthusiasts, while the quaint dining area offers a perfect setting for intimate meals and cherished moments. Outside, a private courtyard awaits, providing a tranquil oasis for al fresco dining.
Situated mere steps away from pristine sandy beaches and picturesque coastal villages, the location promises endless opportunities for seaside adventures. The surrounding area is a haven for gastronomy enthusiasts, boasting an array of good restaurants, traditional pubs, charming tea rooms, and artisan craft shops. Additionally, the nearby Splash swimming pool and the iconic North Norfolk Steam Railway offer entertainment for all ages.
Venturing further afield, the renowned town of Cromer, just 4 miles away, is celebrated for its delectable crabs and vibrant seaside atmosphere. Meanwhile, the picturesque village of Blakeney captivates visitors with its scenic quay, narrow cobbled streets, and charming fishermen’s cottages. Nature lovers will delight in the excellent birdwatching opportunities available locally, while history enthusiasts can explore the historic town of Holt, situated a mere 7 miles away.
Shops and beachfront amenities are conveniently located a mere ¼ mile away, ensuring that every need is catered to with ease and elegance.£58From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
