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.
Horning, EnglandSet in a glorious location, this waterside property is directly alongside the beautiful South Walsham Broad National Park benefitting from large lawned gardens. Proudly positioned on the peninsula of the garden is a round thatched seating pergola, offering the perfect viewing point for watching the boating activity and wildlife. Guests are further welcome to use the paddle boards and buoyancy aids provided to enjoy this wonderful waterside setting.
Offering spacious and sociable open plan accommodation, beaming with light, and boasting waterside views from many windows. Ticking all the right boxes, Broad View offers plenty of space, where you can choose to spend quality time with your loved ones or enjoy your own pursuits. There are five wonderful bedrooms, four of which offer ensuite facilities; three are located on the ground floor and the master suite, with a large super kingsize bed, dressing room and en-suite bathroom, is on the first floor. The open plan family room/dining/kitchen has a huge breakfast island, a fully equipped kitchen to allow dining at home, a large dining table, perfect to celebrate any occasion in style, and a great socialising space without leaving the master chef of the group. Games equipment is provided for friendly and competitive family tournaments. On the first floor is another spacious lounge area offering elevated and further commanding views across the waterway - canoes and paddleboards provided. Outside is a seating area, a place to kick back and relax, allowing those everyday stresses to wash away.
South Walsham Broad is an expanse of water with a tiny village staithe, a waterway accessed only by rowing boats and paddle boards. The village is home to the award-winning Fairhaven Woodland and Water Gardens, 130 acres of wildlife gardens with footpaths to explore through ancient woodland on the edge of South Walsham inner broad or enjoy a guided boat trip. The water gardens were created by the 2nd Lord Fairhaven in 1946, and on his death he requested the gardens be left in Trust for the public to enjoy. There is also a very popular tea room, open to all. Walkers can further delight by the 6-mile circular route leading from South Walsham Broad to Upton, passing along Fleet Dyke and the River Bure, Upton Broad and Marshes Nature Reserve. This is a great location from which to explore all Norfolk’s delights, the wonderful coastline and the famous Broads National Park. There are plenty of wide sandy beaches backed by sand dunes and traditional seaside resorts filled with amenities.
Shopaholics can head to the medieval city of Norwich with its two indoor shopping malls, a market square and plenty of eateries. For those seeking culture and history, why not visit the Blickling Hall Estate, Flebbrigg Hall, Sheringham Gardens, the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections? Young at heart will enjoy a day out at BeWILDerwood in Horning, Roar Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade, Banham Zoo or Amazonia Zoo in Cromer. Birdwatchers will delight at this location, also having the RSPB nature reserve marshes of Blakeney, Cley-next-the Sea and Salthouse.£329From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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- Saxlingham Thorpe, England
4.00This impressive, detached house stands proudly in two acres of land, which is divided into formal garden and woodland. Furnished to a very good standard by its owner, it creates a relaxing and stylish environment, and with its indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and sauna, it is a perfect holiday location for family celebrations or a get together, whatever the season. Sandalls Marsh is ideally situated for exploring Norfolk and Suffolk. The historical market towns of Diss, Loddon and Wymondham are well worth a visit, as is the unspoilt North Norfolk Coast, with its pretty coastal villages and glorious beaches. Alternatively, spend a day enjoying the famous Norfolk Broads. Children will love BeWILDerwood, the treetop adventure park. The Suffolk Heritage Coast and the popular seaside towns of Southwold and Lowestoft are less than 30 miles away. The historical city of Norwich is just 6 miles away, with its cathedrals, museums, theatre, excellent shopping and cosmopolitan cafés. Thetford Forest is only 10 miles for adventure walking and cycle routes. Golf and walking are available locally. Beach 25 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub ¼ mile.£314From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wroxham, EnglandFarthings is a unique, luxuriously appointed thatched cottage in Wroxham, the heart of the Broads National Park, a very desirable location, having its own private hot tub, games cabin and tree house to enjoy.
Discerning guests will delight with the charm and character of this cottage, complimented by all the modern essentials, beautifully renovated in 2022, being a well-appointed holiday home welcoming family groups, large and small.
After a day sightseeing you can soak away the day in the hot tub or relax within the wonderful, enclosed wrap-round garden filled with mature planting, which during the summer months is an explosion of colour, a haven for butterflies, visiting bird life, and a resident hedgehog family.
Al fresco dining can be enjoyed on the patio terrace, or just sit back, enjoying the sunshine and your peaceful surroundings. Farthings has origins dating back to the late 1700s, filled with history, if you look carefully on the external brickwork, you will find carvings from former residents dating back to 1820.
Cosy during the cooler evenings, the kitchen is well equipped with large farmhouse dining table perfect for any celebration meal.
A 5 minutes’ walk from river access at Caen Meadow, a well-stocked shop and choice of two children’s playgrounds. Ideally situated to explore Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, having a wealth of amenities and waterside activities to enjoy.
For those wishing to dine out, you have an abundance of eateries to try, there are also many take-away restaurants, offering home delivery options.
Leave the car behind; being just a 15-minute walk away from Wroxham centre, where daily boat hire and river trips are available to best enjoy the expanse of waterways. Hire a canoe or kayak for the day, or even by the hour, to explore at your own pace.
Having 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, café and restaurants. A must for any walkers is the hour stroll along the Hoveton Great Broad Nature Trail, accessible only by boat or ferry.
For the shopaholics, head to Norwich city centre with its two indoor shopping malls, market square and many high street boutiques. For family fun head to BeWILDerwood at neighbouring Horning, offers an outdoor tree house adventure with zip wires, jungle bridges and marsh walks and Dinosaur Park at Lenwade, outdoor and indoor adventure park, with splash play zone.
Shops, pubs and restaurants within 1 mile. Beach 9 miles. Pub and restaurant 0.5 mile.£308From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brundall, EnglandEscape to the quintessential Norfolk countryside and indulge in the perfect family holiday at our luxurious character cottage with a private enclosed garden and your own hot tub to enjoy. Designed to cater to larger families, groups, and friends seeking a memorable getaway together, this charming cottage promises a blend of comfort, convenience, and rustic elegance. Just a stone’s throw away from the Norfolk Broads National Park and its stunning coastline, the cottage is an ideal base for exploring the beauty of this enchanting region.
Exuding charm and character at every turn, the cottage offers a warm and inviting ambience that sets the stage for a truly unforgettable holiday experience. With ample space to accommodate larger groups, it’s perfect for family reunions, group celebrations, or simply a retreat with friends. The interior is thoughtfully appointed with modern amenities and traditional touches. Relax in the cosy living areas, complete with soft comfy furnishings and a crackling fireplace. The fully equipped kitchen beckons aspiring chefs to whip up delicious meals using fresh, local ingredients, while the large dining table provides the perfect setting for memorable family dinners and celebrations.
Outside the enchantment continues with enclosed private gardens at both front and rear. The front garden is where you’ll find a luxurious hot tub awaiting your indulgence. Sink into the bubbling waters and let your cares melt away as you soak up the serene atmosphere under the Norfolk sky. The larger enclosed rear garden also offers a seating area and play equipment for the younger family members.
Conveniently located close to amenities, you’ll have everything you need within easy reach, from local shops, pubs and restaurants. Whether you’re exploring the tranquil beauty of the Norfolk Broads or soaking up the sun on the stunning coastline, adventure awaits just moments from your doorstep. Within the village, there is a golf course with a pirate pitch and a farm shop for great local produce. The local swimming pool is available for private hire (charges apply). Plenty of great walks and excellent cycling routes from the doorstep. Riverside marina offers daily boat hire, pubs, a supermarket, hairdressers, butchers and a train station at Brundall (6 minute’s drive).
Leave the car behind and travel by train visiting the traditional seaside resort of Great Yarmouth with an array of seaside activities (20 minutes drive) or the Fine City of Norwich for excellent shopping opportunities, alongside theatres, a castle museum, a cathedral and an array of eateries (20 minutes drive). If a coastal holiday is on the cards, be sure to visit the wide sandy beaches backed by dunes that can be enjoyed not only at Sea Palling but also at Waxham, Horsey and Winterton on Sea.£308From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brancaster, England 4.00A stunning holiday property standing detached, set on the edge of the Salt Marshes in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Marsh Barn has been completely re-designed to offer spacious and well-equipped accommodation to discerning guests looking for somewhere of a very good standard in which to relax and unwind. Everything has been thought of, from well-appointed marble bathrooms, some of which have freestanding baths, a kitchen with extras such as warming drawers and a utility with drying area for wetsuits.
The rooms are light and airy, and provide breathtaking views across the Salt Marshes, with their ever-changing tidal patterns, towards the sea and golf club. Within large gardens with a sheltered, walled, sunny lawned garden and furniture, and leading to a fruit orchard and private hard tennis court, the property is well placed for guests who wish to leave their cars parked up for the whole week and explore on foot, as there are walks on the marsh, cycle routes, golf, sailing and award-winning pubs to discover every day, all within easy walking distance. The property is excellent for bird-watching enthusiasts, with direct access from the garden leading to the National Trust marshes and Coastal Path. It is also an easy walk to Brancaster’s sandy beach, golf and sailing club.
For those who like water, there is sailing, water skiing and windsurfing from the harbour for all ages and levels. Golfing enthusiasts will welcome the rare opportunity to play on the world class golf course too. Brancaster beach is beautiful year round and offers both a sunny retreat and bracing walks. There are a series of nature reserves to explore, including the RSPB-managed Titchwell Marsh, whose reed beds and lagoons are home to nesting avocets, marsh harriers and bitterns. From the little harbour at Brancaster Staithe, boats run to Scolt Head Island, also a bird sanctuary and nature reserve. Bustling Burnham Market is a 5-minute drive and offers a unique mix of boutique and antique shops and relaxed places to eat. Holkham’s beach, where parts of ‘Shakespeare in Love’ were filmed, is a 10-minute drive. A little further along is Wells-next-the-Sea, a popular fishing village renowned for its fresh seafood and quayside, full of colourful boats. No longer by the sea, it now stands on a creek, with a 1-mile walk along the embankment or a short ride on the miniature steam train that takes you to the excellent sandy beach. Further along the coast are the seal colonies at Blakeney Point. Less than half an hour’s drive is the Victorian seaside town of Hunstanton, with its unusual striped cliffs towering over 60 feet high, behind is the sandy beach full of rock pools at low tide.
The town boasts a Sea Life Centre, funfair, indoor swimming pool and a cliff-top golf course. There are many stately homes to visit, including Holkham Hall, a fine Palladian mansion overlooking Holkham beach, Houghton Hall and the Royal Sandringham Estate and museum. After a day spent exploring all that the area has to offer, return to stunning Marsh Barn and enjoy an evening of relaxation in beautiful comfort whilst planning the next adventure. Shops3/4 mile.£304From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dereham, EnglandA wonderful, whitewashed holiday home near Dereham, Norfolk. Pet-friendly. Barbecue. Private garden. Smart TV. Off-road parking. Fakenham 13.2 miles; King's Lynn 24.1 miles; Norwich 25.8 miles.£302From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Brundall, EnglandGather with extended family and friends, and celebrate a special occasion in style, where you can relax and unwind in the hot tub with a glass of Prosecco in hand.
Substantial and soaked in original features, this wonderful family home is ideal for social gatherings and any special occasion. Boasting a hot tub and large wrap-around landscaped gardens, this detached property is perfectly positioned to explore Norfolk’s amazing coastline, with its wide sandy beaches and famous Norfolk Broads, a natural haven and habitat for wildlife. Sleeping 14 guests and two well behaved dogs, it is an ideal retreat for all generations, benefiting from a ground floor bedroom suite with en-suite facilities.
There is a well-equipped kitchen with breakfast table, and a formal dining room, the perfect place to host any family celebration. The ground floor bedroom suite also has its own kitchenette, large bedroom with seating, and French doors opening onto the garden. The impressive sweeping staircase leads up to 6 further bedrooms, all beautifully presented.
The house is nestled within the village of Brundall, located along the River Yare. It is the centre for boat building and boat hire, and has its own railway station, post office, mini-market, hairdresser and local eateries. There are two good food serving pubs both within walking distance, one located at the riverside and the other within the village itself with a large garden.
Leave the car behind and walk down the hill to the train station, less than a half mile walk. Here you can jump on the train and visit the city of Norwich, or the traditional seaside towns of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. Norwich is only 8 miles away where guests can visit the cathedral, castle museum, theatre, excellent shopping and art galleries. Wroxham, only 7½ miles away, is known as the Capital of the Norfolk Broads, and has waterside shops, cafés, and daily boat hire with river trips available to explore the expanse of waterways. There is an RSPB reserve at Strumpshaw Fen, 1 mile.
Norfolk’s finest sandy beaches are within 14 miles and include Winterton-on-Sea, Waxham, Horsey and Sea Palling. For fun-filled family days out there is Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens with a renowned collection of Asian mammals including birds. Here you will also find reptiles in the pleasantly landscaped gardens. Close by, the village of Strumpsham has a steam museum, and Reedham offers Pettitt’s Animal Adventure Park. Beach 14 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£296From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hunstanton, EnglandPerfect for larger family groups seeking a wonderful family holiday with your very own hot tub, located along the amazing North Norfolk coastline. This beautiful cottage is nestled within open countryside and close to the much sought-after seaside village of Thornham. Newly refurbished (2022) and lovingly renovated to provide a taste of seaside luxury. This beautiful cottage has a terrific private lawn garden with your very own hot tub to enjoy. The living room has comfy sofas and the wood burner is perfect to cosy beside during the cooler evenings. The kitchen is well equipped to prepare all meals, and the dining table is perfect to celebrate any occasion in style. Bedrooms 2 and 3 have Jack and Jill access to the en-suite shower room.
Nearby the local farm shops provide fresh produce, and fresh shellfish and seafood is available locally. For those seeking to eat out, there are plenty of choices, having so many eateries and gastro pubs in the nearby surrounding area which is noted for its natural beauty, bird and wildlife.
Thornham is a charming, picturesque and quiet village, close to the old harbour and sea, and is surrounded by open countryside. You have countryside paths and trails to explore direct from the doorstep. Explore the many lovely ancient trackways and coastal walks along dunes and sweeping beaches, with bird watching available at nearby Titchwell, Redwell Marsh and Scolt Head Nature Reserves. There are three traditional pub/restaurants in the village serving excellent food, and why not enjoy the local real ales too? The friendly village deli/shop provides for day-to-day needs of groceries and newspapers and there is also a bistro.
A well-equipped play area is available near to the deli, and a tennis court is available for hire within the village (racquets and balls not supplied). Holkham beach is 11 miles away and the charming old world seaside town of Hunstanton, 14 minutes’ drive, has plenty of family entertainment, including beach front amusements, a fun fair, a swimming pool, a bowling alley, bandstand concerts on the green, Sea Life Centre, shops, eateries and a supermarket.
Further along the coast road are many old villages and market towns to explore, such as Wells-next-the-Sea, Burnham Market, Holt and the birthplace of Nelson, Burnham Thorpe, where the parish church lectern is said to be made from timbers taken from his ship HMS Victory. Nearby stately homes with gardens are open to the public, such as Houghton, Holkham and the Queen’s country estate at Sandringham. Brancaster Staithe is available for dinghy sailing, sailboard hire (tuition available) and boat trips, including seal watching. There are two local golf courses that welcome good players. Beach 1½ mile. Shop and pubs 1½ miles.£296From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Great Yarmouth, EnglandA wonderful three storey cottage located in the village of Gorleston in Norfolk. Close to the sea. Spacious interior. Hot tub. Great Yarmouth 3.3 miles; Lowestoft 8.3 miles.£287From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
North Walsham, EnglandSet in a quiet location with just a handful of other properties nearby, Pipistrelle Barn has been lovingly converted into a high end holiday accommodation for discerning guests who are really looking for something special. Boasting lots of original features, which have been carefully coupled with a light and airy contemporary feel, it boasts four bathrooms, three of which are en-suite, a stylish multi-fuel burner and a private hot tub. With a floating landing that sees you walk through the high ceilings on the first floor, this barn really is unique. And, at under 5 miles from the stunning North Norfolk Coast and just 10 miles from the Norfolk Broads, it is also in a great location to explore all that the area has to offer.
Head to the pretty seaside village of Mundesley with its wide sandy beach and unspoilt charm. Then, head west from there and find yourself in Cromer with its famous pier, Edwardian seafront, Amazonia Zoo and cinema. A little further is the bustling market town of Sheringham, popular with holidaymakers and locals alike. Head east to experience all the fun of the fair and explore the golden mile of Great Yarmouth. In fact, all along the coast in both directions you will find a string of coastal villages with various beach habitats, including grassy sand dunes, shingle and sand beaches, and marshes and quays.
History buffs will find much to see and do including The Blickling Estate and the Thursford and Muckleburgh Collections. Wildlife and nature fans can explore the Broads, Sheringham Park and Cley Marshes. For those wishing to explore on foot, you will find the nearby market town of North Walsham offers lots of places to eat and drink, and the woods offer picturesque walks. In fact, there is so much to see and do you will be pleased to head back to Pipistrelle Barn after a busy day to relax and unwind in the private hot tub. Beach 4 miles. Shop 300 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£284From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
