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.
Fakenham, EnglandSet within the charmingly named village of Little Snoring, Sleepy Willow is a great choice for a good night’s sleep and, after all that sea air, you are sure to appreciate the chance to recharge your batteries in stylish surroundings. This detached bungalow is just 15 minutes from Wells-next-the-Sea, popular with holidaymakers and locals alike. Here you will find a picturesque quay, a narrow gauge railway which winds its way down to a wide sandy beach, painted beach huts and lots of great places to eat, drink and shop.
Travel east or west from here and you will find pretty coastal roads and villages offering a variety of seaside habitats including beaches, marshes and quays. Foodies will also be spoilt for choice as Norfolk enjoys a thriving pub food scene, with many places offering seasonal local produce. Make time to visit Holt, where you will find a truly unique high street full of artisan and boutique shops, cafés and restaurants. Head to the nearby Thursford Collection for a taste of days gone by, especially in winter when it is host to their famous Christmas Spectacular with Santa’s Magical Journey.
You can also be at the gateway to the Norfolk Broads in 40 minutes’, making this a great base for those wishing to really experience Norfolk. And, if you visit in summer you can return to Sleepy Willow for a glass of wine in the pretty garden, or if you are there in chillier times, just light the wood burner, relax and unwind. Whatever you decide to do, picking Sleepy Willow for your stay is a great choice and you are sure to come back. Beach 10 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£111From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Fakenham, EnglandSet within the North Norfolk village of South Creake, you’ll find this perfect retreat for guests seeking charm and comfort. This property really does have everything you need for a great break, including a lovely enclosed courtyard garden to sit back and relax with your favourite glass of tipple. The kitchen is well equipped to offer dining at home with all the cooking utensils you may need, or if you prefer, a short stroll across the village green and treat yourself to a delicious meal at the village gastro pub.
There are a wealth of things to see and do nearby. The stunning coastline is a short drive, where you will find a selection of wide sand or shingle beaches, salt and clay marshes, rolling sand dunes, and picturesque quays all waiting to be explored. It is also very close to the Norfolk Broads so make the time to explore these much-celebrated waterways.
For a change of pace, head into the medieval city of Norwich with its splendid Norman castle, numerous museums, galleries, and theatres and a host of great places to shop, eat and drink. History buffs will be spoilt for choice with the Felbrigg, Blickling, Holkham and Sandringham Estates all within easy reach along with the North Norfolk Railway and lots of local museums. Wildlife lovers will enjoy walks around Sheringham Park, and Pensthorpe Nature Reserve there’s also Amazonia Zoo, BeWILDderwood, Bure Valley Railway, great golf courses, a choice of lovely walks and cycle routes and a host of other attractions. You will soon see why this part of Norfolk remains so popular with visitors.£140From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fakenham, EnglandIn a tranquil setting in the pretty village of Great Ryburgh and very close to the North Norfolk Coast, Wensum View Cottage is the perfect base for exploring the local area. And, with a heated swimming pool on site, it is also perfect for when you just want to relax and unwind on site. Fishermen are very well-catered for too, with two fishing opportunities on site. The first is a private stretch of the River Wensum, containing roach, dace, pike, chub and the odd brown trout. The second area is a purpose-built pond, which contains A grade crucian carp, roach, and tench. Also within easy reach, lies Hunstanton, Wells-next-the-Sea, Blakeney Quay and lots of coastal villages in-between, meaning that you could actually visit a different beach or seaside resort every day. Pensthorpe Nature Reserve is virtually on the doorstep and is the nature centre location for BBC’s Spring Watch. In fact, those seeking wildlife and bird watching will really be spoilt for choice with lots of marshes and RSPB sites close by. With farm parks, amusements and a Dinosaur Park close by too, younger family members will also find lots to do. After a day exploring, swimming or fishing, you will be very pleased that you chose Wensum View to relax, unwind and plan your next day’s adventure in. Shop 300 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£151From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fakenham, EnglandOffering a welcoming holiday retreat for large families and groups, these four beautiful barn conversions, three of which are adjoining (CUL, CWL and UKC3286), and one detached property (UK11053), are full of charm and character with exposed beams, character flooring and equipped to offer all modern day comforts. Boasting a comfortable, open-plan living space with a wood burner and well-equipped kitchen, each barn has its own enclosed, walled, lawned garden with seating. There is a function hall on-site (with conference and catering facilities for up to 250 guests) which may be available for use by prior arrangement with the owner.
Neighbouring the owner’s farm, Piggyback Barns are situated in the peaceful village of Sculthorpe, just 8 miles from the Norfolk coastline with its wealth of sandy beaches, and RSPB bird and nature reserves. Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the doorstep and fishing is nearby.
Fakenham, 2 miles, offers good shops, restaurants, inns, a bowling alley, cinema and golf course. Bustling Burnham Market with village shops, inns and restaurants, is 7 miles away. Wells-next-the-Sea, 8 miles, offers an excellent sandy beach with colourful beach huts, a small shopping town centre with many inns and restaurants, and a picturesque fishing harbour - popular for fresh shell fish. Further along the coast is Brancaster for an uncrowded sandy beach and golf course. Brancaster Staithe provides a popular venue for sailing and boating enthusiasts.
The traditional seaside towns of Heacham and Hunstanton offer an array of activities for all ages. Many places of historical interest and stately homes are within the surrounding area. 20 minutes’ drive away is the historical town of Kings Lynn for shopping, market place, restaurants, inns and theatre, and also Norwich city for excellent shopping, castle museum, cathedral, theatre, market place, restaurants and inns. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 34 guests.£159From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fakenham, EnglandOffering a welcoming holiday retreat for large families and groups, these four beautiful barn conversions, three of which are adjoining (CUL, CWL and UKC3286), and one detached property (UK11053), are full of charm and character with exposed beams, character flooring and equipped to offer all modern day comforts. Boasting a comfortable, open-plan living space with a wood burner and well-equipped kitchen, each barn has its own enclosed, walled, lawned garden with seating. There is a function hall on-site (with conference and catering facilities for up to 250 guests) which may be available for use by prior arrangement with the owner.
Neighbouring the owner’s farm, Piggyback Barns are situated in the peaceful village of Sculthorpe, just 8 miles from the Norfolk coastline with its wealth of sandy beaches, and RSPB bird and nature reserves. Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the doorstep and fishing is nearby.
Fakenham, 2 miles, offers good shops, restaurants, inns, a bowling alley, cinema and golf course. Bustling Burnham Market with village shops, inns and restaurants, is 7 miles away. Wells-next-the-Sea, 8 miles, offers an excellent sandy beach with colourful beach huts, a small shopping town centre with many inns and restaurants, and a picturesque fishing harbour - popular for fresh shell fish. Further along the coast is Brancaster for an uncrowded sandy beach and golf course. Brancaster Staithe provides a popular venue for sailing and boating enthusiasts.
The traditional seaside towns of Heacham and Hunstanton offer an array of activities for all ages. Many places of historical interest and stately homes are within the surrounding area. 20 minutes’ drive away is the historical town of Kings Lynn for shopping, market place, restaurants, inns and theatre, and also Norwich city for excellent shopping, castle museum, cathedral, theatre, market place, restaurants and inns. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 34 guests.£201From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Fakenham, EnglandOffering a welcoming holiday retreat for large families and groups, these four beautiful barn conversions, three of which are adjoining (CUL, CWL and UKC3286), and one detached property (UK11053), are full of charm and character with exposed beams, character flooring and equipped to offer all modern day comforts. Boasting a comfortable, open-plan living space with a wood burner and well-equipped kitchen, each barn has its own enclosed, walled, lawned garden with seating. There is a function hall on-site (with conference and catering facilities for up to 250 guests) which may be available for use by prior arrangement with the owner.
Neighbouring the owner’s farm, Piggyback Barns are situated in the peaceful village of Sculthorpe, just 8 miles from the Norfolk coastline with its wealth of sandy beaches, and RSPB bird and nature reserves. Excellent walking and cycling can be enjoyed from the doorstep and fishing is nearby.
Fakenham, 2 miles, offers good shops, restaurants, inns, a bowling alley, cinema and golf course. Bustling Burnham Market with village shops, inns and restaurants, is 7 miles away. Wells-next-the-Sea, 8 miles, offers an excellent sandy beach with colourful beach huts, a small shopping town centre with many inns and restaurants, and a picturesque fishing harbour - popular for fresh shell fish. Further along the coast is Brancaster for an uncrowded sandy beach and golf course. Brancaster Staithe provides a popular venue for sailing and boating enthusiasts.
The traditional seaside towns of Heacham and Hunstanton offer an array of activities for all ages. Many places of historical interest and stately homes are within the surrounding area. 20 minutes’ drive away is the historical town of Kings Lynn for shopping, market place, restaurants, inns and theatre, and also Norwich city for excellent shopping, castle museum, cathedral, theatre, market place, restaurants and inns. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 34 guests.£223From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fakenham, EnglandThe Manor House, part of which dates back to the 1800s with much of the property alot older, has been thoughtfully restored to retain much of its period charm, with interesting features throughout. This period property has all the up-to-date conveniences that discerning guests require for their perfect getaway. In the dining room, you can still see the old butler bells that were used to summon ‘the help’ in days gone by. There are also traditional open fires and a wood burner to relax by, yet the feel of this beautiful property is still modern, fresh and very light and airy. With lots of places to relax in, you may be tempted to stay home, but if you do head out, you will find lots of great places to explore. In under 15 minutes you can be at bracing Brancaster beach, great for sunbathing in summer and walking in winter. Head east to Holkham beach, which was featured in Shakespeare in Love, and the popular village of Wells-next-the-Sea with its picturesque quay, narrow gauge railway and quaint mix of artisan and traditional seaside shops, cafés and amusements. Further along the coast lies Blakeney, Cley, Sheringham and Cromer with its famous Edwardian promenade and pier.
Pretty coastal villages, many of which offer artisan shops and great places to eat, salt marshes and beaches can be found to the west. The Victorian town of Hunstanton, with it’s famous stripy cliffs, has a beach that really does seem to go on forever and here you will find a small funfair, Sealife Centre and lots of traditional seaside amusements. Aptly named ‘Royal Norfolk’ has lots of stately homes and National Trust properties, including The Sandringham Estate, Peckover House and Gardens, Holkham Hall and Blickling Hall. History lovers should try to squeeze in a visit to the medieval city of Norwich, with it’s magnificent Norman castle and numerous museums, or perhaps visit the hanseatic quarter of Old Kings Lynn, which offers historical tours and, for the brave, ghost walks. There are many opportunities for bird watching at Titchwell Marsh, Scolt Head Island and Cley Marshes, and lots of great cycling routes and beautiful coastal walks. The surrounding area has lots of great places to eat out, many of which serve fresh local produce, but those wishing for a relaxing night in will be spoilt for choice too, with a state of the art kitchen and a pizza oven in the grounds. The Manor House has great places to dine either al fresco or by the wood burner, so foodies and casual diners alike will be delighted that they chose to stay at this stunning property. Beach 10 miles. Shop and restaurant 2 miles.£370From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Fakenham, EnglandSitting proudly in the sought-after Norfolk village of South Creake, The Old Chequers dates back to the 1700’s and offers serious grown-up luxury for guests looking to get together, relax, socialise, and raise a glass or two to memories made while making lots more.
Accommodating 14 guests in six bedrooms, prepare to fall in love with the elegance and indulgence on offer in this stunning property. Featuring a stylish and very well-equipped kitchen that is just a pleasure to cook in, a dining area where you can enjoy your meals together, a spacious family room, and a double reception room, one of which has a lovely wood burning stove, there really are lots of places to unwind together as you feel the stresses of every-day life fall away. The sunny conservatory has doors onto the private, south-west facing, walled garden, where you will also find the wood-fired hot tub. The games room is also worth a visit, as it comes with a pool table, arcade games and televisions!
The owners really have thought of every guest comfort and have ensured that all the bedrooms have their own en suite bathroom, Bluetooth speaker, and exceptional quality mattresses. A good night’s sleep is further ensured with pillows and duvets of the highest quality imported down and feather to ensure they are temperature regulating and thus perfect for every season.
This home really is beautiful, the perfect place to celebrate that special birthday or anniversary with family and friends. It is somewhere you go to just ‘be’ and to hang out with loved ones, catching up and sharing stories over a glass or two of wine. But should you venture out, you will soon find yourself in the midst of the stunning North Norfolk, near the coastline and popular towns of Burnham Market and Wells-Next-The-Sea. You will be delighted to find that this part of Norfolk enjoys a burgeoning foodie scene with lots of great places to eat and drink. That is of course, if you can tear yourself away from The Old Chequers - a big ask when it really does have everything you need for a truly amazing break.£844From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
California, England
5.00Sandy Den is a detached, single-storey holiday chalet situated in California Sands Holiday Park and is ideally situated close to the beach. It is also in a great location for exploring the Norfolk Broads and Great Yarmouth with its traditional seaside attractions. On site there is a good selection of facilties including a café, minimarket, amusements, fish and chip shop, pizza takeaway bar, laundrette and family clubhouse. There is also an indoor heated swimming pool. There are plenty of activities for all the family to enjoy in this area, such as walking, cycling and fishing which are all available locally. Sandy Den is fantastic for active holiday makers and families who are looking for plenty to do. Beach 500 yards. Shop and restaurant 50 yards, pub 500 yards.£42From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Freethorpe, EnglandThe owners took over Elm Barn in May 2022 and this cosy, semi-detached cottage, Elm Barn Lodge, is one of two let’s adjoining their home. It offers the perfect Norfolk location to relax and unwind or explore the many attractions in the area.
It is set in the pretty village of Freethorpe just 3 miles from the riverside inns in the broad land village of Reedham, where boats can be hired, and visitors can enjoy a spot of fishing or simply watch the waterborne world go by. The surrounding country lanes are ideal for walking and cycling, and nearby Breydon Water is a paradise for bird watchers.
The market town of Acle is 3 miles and Winterton’s glorious beach, with its 6-mile walk offers seal watching. Cromer is famous for its seafood. The cathedral city of Norwich enjoys fine shopping, and the RSPB reserves are within easy reach. Golf and fishing available locally. The beach is 8 miles away. Shop 150 yards, many restaurants are a short distance away.£46From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
