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.
Blakeney, EnglandWith views on to the salt marshes and private access on to the coastal path, Greenrush Cottage is in a great location. The luxury touches, including floor to ceiling windows to take in the spectacular views, makes this a great choice for discerning guests looking for somewhere really special for their holiday. Close to Blakeney Quay but offering private parking it really is quite a find. With accommodation in the main house offering the most amazing views and is decorated and furnished to retain a light and airy coastal feel.
Visiting Blakeney is like stepping back in time as little has changed and the whole area is just beautiful. The quay itself is a draw for locals and visitors alike and here you can enjoy the traditional Norfolk pursuit of crabbing or take a boat trip out to see the seals (seasonal). Travel east or west from here and you will find a string of pretty coastal villages and towns all waiting to be explored, with a wide variety of seaside habitats including marshes, quays and wide sandy beaches.
Visit Wells-next-the-Sea and see the boats bobbing on the quay or take the narrow gauge railway down to the beach, which you will find adorned with candy coloured beach huts. Head further still and enjoy all the traditional seaside pursuits in abundance at Hunstanton, including a Sealife Centre and a small funfair. Eastward bound lies Cromer with its Edwardian seafront and famous pier. Here you will also find Amazonia Zoo. In under an hour, you can also be in the heart of the stunning Norfolk Broads or exploring the medieval city of Norwich, but to return after a days sightseeing to gorgeous Greenrush Cottage? Now that’s a real treat! Beach ½ mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Happisburgh, EnglandNestled within walking distance of a pristine sandy beach, this Victorian cottage, aptly named for its former Coastguard occupation, provides an idyllic base to explore the enchanting Norfolk coastline and the renowned Norfolk Broads National Park. Step into the charm of yesteryear as you enter the end-of-terrace cottage, where period features abound. The character-laden wood floors and inviting sofas surrounding an open fire create a cosy living room, bathed in natural light from the classic sash windows. Upstairs, three comfortable bedrooms await, with the rear bedroom offering a tantalizing glimpse of the sea. A family bathroom graces this level, while the convenience of a ground-floor toilet adds a practical touch. Outside, a south-facing, enclosed garden at both the front and back beckons with seating furniture, providing a tranquil space to unwind.
For beach lovers and dog owners alike, the nearby sandy shores welcome furry friends year-round, with a designated area excluding pets for those seeking a quieter retreat. The village of Bacton charms with delightful walks and amenities, including a pub with restaurants, a fish and chip shop, a café, and an ice cream parlour. Bacton Woods, a nearby haven, invites picnics and offers excellent dog walking trails, complementing the village’s overall dog-friendly atmosphere. For family adventures, BeWILDerwood in Horning promises outdoor excitement, while the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade combines indoor and outdoor fun, complete with a splash park for warmer days. A treat for green thumbs, The Old Vicarage Gardens in East Runton and Sheringham National Trust Park beckon avid gardeners.
History enthusiasts can explore nearby National Trust properties, including Felbrigg and Blickling Hall. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the Royal Cromer and Mundesley golf courses. Wildlife enthusiasts can witness hundreds of grey seals and pups at Horsey Beach between December and February. Just 20 miles away, the city of Norwich unfolds its cultural treasures, including indoor shopping malls, a bustling market square, theatres, cinema complexes, a castle museum, and a cathedral. Indulge in cafés, restaurants, and pubs, all within easy reach. With the beach a mere 700 yards away.£100From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Sheringham, EnglandChoose Stones Throw Cottage for your holiday and you will find yourself footsteps from the beach and just a short walk to the thriving town centre. Completely renovated in 2022, this stunning holiday home features a spacious kitchen/dining room and a cosy living room with sumptuous seating for everyone in your party. There are three bedrooms, a family bathroom and a lovely snug in the attic, perfect for chilling out with a book whilst enjoying the relaxing sounds of the sea.
The beach fronted house is a cosy, warm, characterful self-catering, lovely old fisherman’s cottage completely renovated but maintaining all the original feel and features with a stunning uninterrupted sea view which really is a stone’s throw from the terrace where you can watch the sunrise and set over the sea. Walk from the terrace area for 30 seconds and find yourself in the sea. A swim in the morning sun in the calm, deep blue, North Sea then nip back to the house for a warm cup of tea and a hot shower. Eat breakfast outside in the front terrace and watch the sunrise over the sea. Then at the other end of the day relax with a glass of wine, watch the sun set over the sea, and stargaze in the peace and tranquillity, free from the harsh lights of the city. A truly intimate and magical experience.
Sheringham itself is a firm favourite with locals and visitors alike. It has award winning blue flag beaches, a brand-new leisure centre with a pool open to the public, woodland and cliff top walks and a cliff top golf course. It boasts a great mix of high street and boutique shops, as well as lots of cafés, restaurants, bistros and inns. In fact, you could head out on foot to eat every evening and find something new to delight you, whatever your tastes or budget. The wide sandy beach will tempt you too, whether you are sunbathing in summer or enjoying a bracing walk off season. The town itself plays host to lots of entertaining events throughout the year, including a 1940’s weekend, the Viking Festival and its summer carnival.
Here you will also find Sheringham Park, which offers 1000 acres of varying habitat including woodland, parkland and cliff top. In addition, you can take a steam train journey along the coast. It also has a mainline train station which will take you to nearby Cromer with its many seaside attractions. You can also visit Wroxham, which is considered by many to be the gateway to the Norfolk Broads, and on to the medieval city of Norwich, which is well worth a visit. All of these are within easy reach by car too, as are a plethora of coastal habitats such as salt and clay marshes, rolling sand dunes, picturesque quays and sand and shingle beaches.
Add in attractions such as Cromer Pier, Amazonia Zoo, BeWILDerwood, the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections, Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, RSPB Clay Marshes, the Felbrigg, Blickling, Holkham, Houghton and Sandringham Estates, East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden plus a host of other great things to see and do, and you are sure to be back just to fit everything in. And what better place to return to than beautiful Stones Throw Cottage? Pubs, shops and restaurants within 300 yards.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandSituated just 4 miles from the coast, enjoying sandy beaches, RSPB sanctuaries, nature reserves, and coastal paths, The Oyster Catcher has been tastefully renovated and furnished to provide light and airy accommodation. Situated in Docking a quiet village by the North Norfolk Coast, guests will find a local shop, pub, and fish and chip shop just a short walk away. Downstairs you will find a spacious living area with comfortable seating for everyone. The living room leads out to a large garden with seating for when you want to dine al fresco. The roomy kitchen/dining area is ideally suited for preparing delicious holiday feasts. Upstairs there are three bedrooms, two of them have zip and link beds as a result, you can choose between a super king or twin beds. This makes it ideal for couples or families to stay. The property is within close proximity to the stunning north Norfolk coastline which will delight beach lovers.
Ideal for nature lovers, there is a network of country lanes for walking and cycling right from the door, as well as numerous birdwatching sites within easy reach. The sailing village of Brancaster offers a host of amenities including a championship golf course. Within an easy drive are the bustling towns of Burnham Market and Wells-next-the-Sea. The traditional seaside resort of Hunstanton is just 5 miles away. It boasts its family-friendly Sea Life Centre, 10-pin bowling, cliff-top golf course, water sports, and an array of attractions shops, and restaurants. The country houses of Holkham Hall and the Royal Sandringham Estate and Museum both make for alternative days out. Visit the market town of Fakenham, just 10 miles away, and enjoy a day at the races, shopping centre, pubs, and cafés. The property is within an hour’s driving distance of the city of Norwich with its castle museum, cathedral, shopping, cafés, restaurants, pubs, cinema complexes, theatre, and bowling alley. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub, and restaurant 400 yards.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Sheringham, EnglandThis property is set over three floors and is located in a quiet side street but close to the beach and the picturesque town centre. It is the perfect coastal escape for families looking for somewhere within walking distance of the beach and lots of great places to eat, drink and shop. With exposed Norfolk flint walls and decorative, original fireplaces, you will find this property to be packed with period charm while still offering all the modern conveniences needed for a lovely holiday.
There is so much to see and do in Sheringham that you may be tempted to park up and stay put. Along with the beautiful beach, there are museums, cliff-top golf, the historic North Norfolk Railway and the beautiful 1000-acre Sheringham Park. There is a mainline station here too which will take you to Cromer with its famous pier, Wroxham, which is widely known as the gateway to the beautiful Norfolk Broads, and even the medieval city of Norwich with its Norman castle. Also close by lies a string of pretty coastal towns and villages, the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections, the Blickling Hall Estate, BeWILDerwood, the Norfolk Broads, Amazonia Zoo and many more attractions. In fact, you’re sure to book to come back to Sheringham just to fit it all in. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£66From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandThis stylish coastal home is just 1 minutes walk to the excellent sandy beach and just 6 minutes’ walk to the town centre. The popular seaside town of Hunstanton has a wealth of attractions, including seasonal boat trips to see the grey seals, a Sea Life Centre, fun fair, amusement arcades, and a host of other seaside attractions too. After enjoying a day at the beach, or a wonderful coastal walk, and even a day exploring all the delights of North Norfolk, you will be pleased to find a list of great places to eat and drink nearby. Surprisingly spacious, Mr-Brightside has been very carefully furnished and equipped to offer a wonderful family seaside home. Boasting three bedrooms, the master bedroom also offers alternative sleeping, having a double sofa bed, and one of the bedrooms even boasts a glimpsing sea view. To the rear there is a lovely enclosed private lawn garden, with patio terrace, perfect for al fresco dining and relaxing.
The town centre is plentiful with shops, cafés and restaurants. Hunstanton, known to many as ‘sunny hunny’ is famous for its miles of beautiful sandy beach and majestic red and white cliffs, providing wonderful walking for all seasons, and many low-tide rock pools. The sporting facilities are excellent and cater for young and old alike, including tennis courts, croquet lawns, bowling greens and an 18-hole golf course. On doorstep you have the Sea Life Centre and The Oasis Sports Centre, which offers both indoor and outdoor swimming-pools, two squash courts and Winter indoor bowling.
Neighbouring villages of Brancaster is just 8 miles away, offering superb sailing, and the staithe from which visitors may take boats to the Nature Reserve on Scolt Head Island. Holkham, 17 miles, with the splendid beach and Palladian Holkham Hall housing a fine collection of art and furniture. Wells-next-the-Sea, 19 miles, a quaint fishing village with quayside stalls selling freshly caught produce and wonderful wide sandy beach. The Royal Sandringham House is 9.5 miles, home of the Royal Family since 1861.
Further inland, within an hours’ drive, you will find the famous Norfolk Broads National Park, miles of waterways best explored by boat, daily boat hire available and plenty of riverside restaurants to enjoy, and the historic city of Norwich, a must for any shopaholics, having two indoor shopping malls, market square, theatre, cathedral, castle museum and plenty of eateries to enjoy. Beach 300 yards. Shops, pub and restaurant 300 yards.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Melton Constable, EnglandSet within glorious North Norfolk countryside and just minutes from the coast, Schael’s Retreat offers luxury accommodation for discerning guests looking for contemporary light, airy and stylish surroundings for their break. Built in 2020 as part of the prestigious Priory Mews, an enclave with just a handful of properties and designed by an award -winning group of Norwich architects, great detail has been paid to the wonderful heritage of this area. With a traditional flint frontage, the overall style encompasses spacious farmhouse style with all the modern conveniences needed for a lovely break. This really is a lovely place to relax and from the moment you arrive you are sure to feel that you have found a retreat, somewhere to unwind. An escape that is perfect for couples and families alike. With lovely touches like feature beds, it offers three bedrooms, two kingsize and one super kingsize bed and two bathrooms, one of which is en-suite. The living room has a lovely wood burner which makes this the perfect year-round choice for your getaway, whatever season you choose to visit beautiful Norfolk. The well-equipped kitchen is a delight to cook in and you can also dine with views of the garden, but should you venture out, you will find an area packed with great places to eat and drink. And with so much to see and do, you are sure to work up quite the appetite!
Less than five miles from the stunning coastline you can be in Wells-next-the-Sea in just ten minutes. Here you will find a stunning quay, a beautiful wide sandy beach adorned with painted beach huts and lots of artisan places to eat, drink and shop. Head west from here for picturesque harbours, creeks, salt, and clay marshes, rolling sand dunes and even stripey cliffs. Or head east and enjoy a spot of crab lining at Blakeney, a seasonal boat trip to see the seals or lunch on Cromer pier with perhaps a stroll along the Edwardian promenade. If you really want to make the most of your visit, you can also be in heart of the Norfolk Broads in around 50 minutes. Add in history galore with the Blickling, Holkham, Houghton and Sandringham Estates and wildlife galore at Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, Royal Society for the Protection of Birds, Cley Marshes and Sheringham Park and you will soon see why this part of Norfolk is so very popular. And what a great choice you have made in selecting Schael’s Retreat for your holiday. Now all you need to do is relax and enjoy! Beach 7 miles.£124From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Great Yarmouth, EnglandThis gem of a holiday home is easy walking distance from the beach and town, yet tucked away behind a high brick garden wall, with a pretty enclosed garden to enjoy. A perfect choice for great seaside holidays.
Recently renovated inside and out, with a new eco electric heating system installed. Thoughtfully presented to offer a comfortable and well equipped home, to ensure your stay is relaxing and enjoyable. Being an upside-down house, having bedrooms on the ground floor and living accommodation on first floor. The kitchen is well equipped to prepare family meals. The garden room is very inviting, with comfy seating and garden views. The private sunny enclosed walled courtyard garden is the perfect spot for relaxing, and dining al fresco, or a peaceful drink at night.
Situated in the heart of the popular traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth, you are within walking distance of shops and a plethora of pubs. The wonderful sandy beach and promenade parade has a wealth of attractions available. Great Yarmouth has a 15 mile stretch of a glorious, sandy beach with pier, entertainment, Sea Life Centre, bowling, amusements, donkey rides, bouncy castles, wax world, model village, fun fair for both small children and adrenaline rides, crazy golf, water park, restaurants and cafés. Deck chairs are available for hire and boat trips to visit the seals at Scroby Sands. Central beach hosts fireworks spectacular each Wednesday (weather permitting) during the summer season.
The town centre has a shopping mall and market square; a great place for seeking fresh fish, sea food and fruit, along with supermarkets and a train station close by. Quayside is home to the Time and Tide museum and Nelson’s museum. Nearby is the stadium for grey hound racing, stock car racing and horse racing course. The famous Norfolk Broads is just 13 miles away, a National Park with over 125 miles of waterways. There are daily river and boat trips, and riverside eateries. The city of Norwich is an excellent shopping area, with two indoor malls, a market square, cathedral, castle museum, theatre, cafés and restaurants. Thrigby Wildlife Centre, Pleasurewood Hills theme park, Somerleyton Hall and Gardens within an hour’s drive. Fishing nearby. Beach ¼ mile. Pubs, shops and take away restaurants 300 yards.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Sheringham, EnglandSitting within a quiet side street just footsteps from the pretty town centre and the beautiful beach, Ruby’s Retreat has been a much-loved family holiday home for many years. Lots of wonderful memories have been made here of special times spent together and lazy days enjoying the beach. Now the owner is throwing open her doors and inviting you to come and make your own fabulous memories here too.
The cottage was named after a wonderful great aunt, with whom the owner holidayed in Sheringham many times before she even owned this lovely cottage. Here you will find a cosy sitting room, a well-equipped kitchen if you fancy making a home cooked meal and three bedrooms with two bathrooms, offering two shower cubicles and a bath. There is a lovely, enclosed garden with a patio, which is something of a suntrap, making this perfect for those families with little ones.
There is much to see and do in the area whatever the season, whether you are enjoying getting sandy toes and wild swimming or undertaking a blustery beach walk before heading back to snuggle by the fire. This part of the county is packed with coastal habitats and history all waiting to be explored. And from here it is very easy to visit the Broads and the city too, the town even has its own mainline train station that will take you to both, if you would like a day without your car. If you choose to explore on-foot you will discover North Norfolk Heritage Railway, two museums and a host of great places to eat, shop and drink, many of which are artisan and boutique local enterprises. This really is a charming coastal North Norfolk town and Ruby’s Retreat has bags of individual charm of its own. In fact, you are sure to fall in love with both, just as the owner did all those years ago with Great Aunt Ruby. You will be back!£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandSitting pretty in a row of traditional cottages Sandpiper Cottage had been lovingly renovated and curated to provide luxury accommodation for guests looking for somewhere stylish to relax and unwind. Sleeping six in three bedrooms, this gorgeous retreat boasts two bathrooms and is perfect for families or couples who want to stay somewhere truly coastal. The kitchen really does have everything you need and has been equipped to a very high standard and there is also a lovely, enclosed garden to enjoy too. The addition of a multi-fuel burner in the living room makes this property the perfect choice whatever the season.
Beach lovers should head to Heacham’s wide, sandy beach and explore the rolling sand dunes. Enjoy blustery beach walks and wild swimming. Or if the sun is shining build some sandcastles, paddle or top up that tan. Heacham beach is just perfect for all of this and is considered by locals to be one of the best in the area.
Drive east from here and you will discover a treasure trove of coastal habitats from stripy cliffs to pretty little creeks and harbours, and from salt and clay marshes to picturesque quays, with boats bobbing on the tide. It is all here waiting for you to come and discover it.
Of course, the area is simply packed with historical sites too. Visit Castle Acre or Castle Rising, make time to take in the Hanseatic Quarter of Old Kings Lynn and head to the Houghton, Holkham and Sandringham Estates, maybe enjoying one of their many events and exhibitions. There is so much wildlife in the area too there are great RSPB sites in the area including Titchwell and Snettisham Marshes, which are both within easy reach. Add in some great golf courses, wonderful walks and super cycle routes too and you’ll soon discover why so many people fall in love with this incredible area. And having worked up a great appetite you will be delighted to find that there are lots of great eating out options to suit all tastes and pockets. All in all, a fabulous choice for your break. Enjoy! Beach 1¼ miles.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
