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.
Winterton-on-Sea, England
4.00This charming ’chocolate box’ thatched, detached holiday cottage is situated in the heart of the coastal village of Winterton-on-Sea. It has been tastefully decorated and furnished. The cottage has exposed beams throughout and offers a welcoming holiday break whatever the season. Set in a quiet crescent just 55 yards from the village pub, renowned for its food. It is just a short stroll to the sandy beach and dunes nature reserve offering miles of peaceful walks. View the local seal colony or enjoy bird watching and walking. Great Yarmouth is 9 miles away for the traditional seaside attractions and the Norfolk Broads is 6 miles away for boat hire, fishing and sailing. For children, BeWILDerwood at Horning offers an outdoor tree house adventure with zip wires, jungle bridges, marsh walks and boat trips which all add up to a great day out, or alternatively spend a day in the fine city of Norwich with its cathedrals, Castle Museum and array of shops. Horsey Mill (National Trust) is also to be found locally and worth a visit. There is a free pass for four cars which allows parking on the Winterton Beach car park. Shop 200 yards, pub and restaurant 55 yards.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Hoveton, England 4.00Enjoying a delightful waterside position, with excellent views of the water, private mooring and its own day launch for guests, Caracol is a spacious, detached property which provides ideal holiday accommodation at any time of the year. A lawned garden leads to the river’s edge and mooring, with an 8-seat private motor launch, available free of charge on request directly with the owner, to help guests explore the popular waterways and pretty Broads villages. The property has a large, fully enclosed decked area, the perfect location for relaxation and watching the boating activity. Having its own water frontage also means fishing is literally on the doorstep (seasonal and licensed). The property is situated just minutes from the heart of Wroxham, which is known as the ‘Capital of the Broads’, with its waterside restaurants, pubs, cafes and shops. Sailing, walking, nature trails, bicycle hire and golf are all available locally. The coast, with its sandy beaches, is only 12 miles and visitors can experience the delights of the attractive coastal villages. For the children, a day out at BeWILDerwood in Horning or Wroxham Barns are a short drive away. Alternatively spend a day in the city of Norwich, 8 miles, with its cathedral, museums, theatres and a vast array of cafes and shops. National Trust properties well worth visiting include Felbrigg Hall, Blickling Hall and Horsey Windpump. Shop 750 yards, pub 1 mile.£150From 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
Holt, England 4.00This cosy wing of a property is within easy walking distance of the centre of the attractive small Georgian town of Holt. The beautiful North Norfolk Coast is only five miles away, with miles of glorious beaches and Holt Country Park is only half a mile. Both offer lovely walking and good bird watching. For those keen to explore the area by bike, cycle hire is available. There are many places of interest and things to do in the local area, and the fine city of Norwich is only 20 miles away, offering opportunities for sightseeing and great shopping. Many attractions can be found within a 25-mile radius, including Blickling Hall, Holkham Hall, Wells Harbour and the beautiful beaches and pier at Cromer. Shops and pub 0.25 miles.£56From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, England 5.00Silver Dawn is a prestigious, detached, riverside holiday property and has been completely rebuilt offering contemporary waterside accommodation. It is located on the River Bure in the Norfolk Broads and has a large decked area and a lawned area leading to the waterside, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the boating activity. Mooring is available to the front and rear of the property, and having your own water frontage means fishing is literally on your doorstep (seasonal and licence required). This is an ideal location to explore the popular villages and broads of Wroxham, Potter Heigham, Coltishall, Salhouse and Ranworth, which are all easily accessible with the 8-seater, private motor launch available free of charge and on request directly with the owner. Horning village, a picturesque broadland village with riverside inns, restaurants, a selection of small shops and tea shops, is just a couple of minutes away. BeWILDerwood, an outdoor tree top adventure park makes a great day out for children, or there is Wroxham Barns just a short drive away. Wroxham is known as the "Capital of the Broads", with its selection of waterside cafés, restaurants and pubs. Sandy beaches can be reached within 11 miles where you can experience the delights of the coastal villages. Alternatively, spend a day in the city of Norwich, 9 miles, with its cathedral, museums, theatres and a vast array of cafés and shops. National Trust properties including Felbrigg Hall, Blickling Hall and Horsey Windpump are all well worth a visit. Sailing, cycle hire, fishing and bird watching are all available locally. Shop, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.£145From 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.£481From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
The Dyes, England 4.00This wonderful period detached cottage stands alone surrounded by its own large 3½-acre lawned garden and woodland, and boasts a tennis court and a games room in a separate annexe, with a full size snooker table (for adult use only), sauna, table tennis and football goals which can be set up in the garden. Guests should bring their own equipment for tennis and table tennis. Tucked away at the end of an unmade lane completely surrounded by woodland and countryside, the cottage’s location is perfect for nature lovers. It is also ideally located for exploring the North Norfolk coast and countryside. The area is famous for its natural sandy beaches, numerous National Trust properties, stately homes, RSPB birdwatching spots and outstanding nature reserves.
The living room has a traditional open fire, comfy chairs and a snug leading off. During the winter months, guests can enjoy nights by the fire or the baby grand piano! There is a large dining room with a woodburner and is ideal for enjoying family meals. The kitchen with pine table at one end caters for larger families and groups. There is also a shower room with toilet. A staircase leads off the dining room to five bedrooms and a family bathroom. One of the double bedrooms has en-suite facilities, and all rooms offer beautiful views across the fields and the cottage garden.
The cottage benefits from a lovely large garden and large seating terrace with well (grid placed in well for safety), and there is ample parking on the drive for many cars. The cottage is in a good location for exploring and is only a short drive from the quaint coastal town of Blakeney and close to Wells-next-the-Sea with its outstanding sandy beach. There are miles of heritage coastline, with creeks, marshes, cliffs, beaches and dunes to explore. Discover Holkham and Blakeney National Nature Reserves, including the renowned Blakeney Point, which are both ideal for bird and seal watching. Visit Cley Marshes, Titchwell Marsh and Snettisham Nature Reserves, and Pensthorpe Nature Reserve, which is only a 15-minute drive from the cottage. There are plenty of historical places to visit, with Sandringham Estate, Holkham Hall, Houghton Hall, Blickling Hall and Felbrigg Hall all within easy reach. The Norfolk Coastal Path stretches for miles and there are many delightful cycle rides, including Peddars Way, which passes to the west of the cottage through Harpley, Docking and Sedgeford to Hunstanton, where it joins the Norfolk Coastal Path. The Poppy Line Steam Railway and Norfolk Broads are within easy reach. The renowned village of Holt is only 6 miles away with its cafés, boutiques, galleries and antique shops. Horse riding, horse racing and golf are all within easy reach. Shop 3½ miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£132From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wells-next-the-Sea, England 5.00Set within one of Norfolk’s most sought-after villages and just under a mile from the coast, Coastguard’s Cottage is just perfect for discerning guests looking for a gorgeous getaway in stylish surroundings. Boasting two multi-fuel burners, a range and a well-equipped kitchen, this cottage really does have everything you need for a great holiday.
Heading either east or west, you will find a string of lovely coastal villages with a range of habitats including wide sandy beaches, salt marshes and quays, all offering great boutique places in which to eat and drink. To the east lies Holkham beach, bracing in winter and glorious in summer, as well as Wells-next-the-Sea with its narrow gauge railway running down to the beach, adorned with painted beach huts. Here you will also find a much-photographed quay, seaside attractions and lots of quaint, artisan places in which to eat and shop. Venturing a little further, you can try the Norfolk pursuit of crabbing on beautiful Blakeney Quay, or even take a boat trip out to see the seals (seasonal). Head west and experience all the fun of the fair at Hunstanton with its Sea Life Centre, amusements and small fairground. History buffs will be sure to love Sandringham Estate, Holkham Hall, Blickling Hall and the Hanseatic Old Quarter of King’s Lynn. And with wildlife viewing opportunities and great walks and cycle routes galore, you are sure to book a return visit to this lovely cottage just to fit everything in. After a great day of sightseeing, why not relax by one of the multi-fuel burners or raise a glass to a great day out in the pretty garden. Now, that is a treat! Beach 1 mile. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£174From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Dereham, England 5.00Next door to the owner’s farmhouse but still enjoying complete privacy, Alder Lodge is the perfect choice for discerning guests seeking somewhere stylish and to relax and unwind. Boasting a private hot tub and enclosed garden there is a lovely spacious living room and dining area and an en-suite bathroom which has both a corner bath and a separate shower cubicle.
Nestled within picturesque rural Norfolk, this is also a great base from which to explore all that the area has to offer. And, there really is lots to do, with something for every taste within easy reach. Keen shoppers, foodies and history buffs alike will enjoy a visit to the fine city of Norwich. This medieval city boasts a Norman castle, numerous museums and galleries, cinemas, theatres and lots of great places to eat, shop and drink, including the Lanes which is filled with independent retailers and boutique bars, cafes and restaurants. Closer still lies the Mid Norfolk Railway, which offers trips from Yaxham to Wymondham.
Coast lovers can be at the stunning North Norfolk coastline in under 45 minutes. Here you will find a string of pretty coastal villages and towns with beaches, quays and salt marshes all ready to be explored. Make time for a spot of crabbing at Blakeney Quay or a boat trip to see the seals, or visit Cromer and take a walk along the much photographed pier.
In 50 minutes, you can be in Great Yarmouth, enjoying all the fun of the fair or strolling along the famous Golden Mile. Animal lovers should take the 30 minute drive to Banham Zoo, sports lovers should check out Fakenham Races and culture buffs must visit Blickling Hall with its beautiful estate. After a busy days sightseeing, why not relax in your private hot tub and daydream about adventures yet to come. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£69From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ingham, England 5.00- Sleeps 4 in 2 double bed bedrooms
- Unlimited dogs welcome free of charge
- Single storey
- Open plan living/dining area
- Luxury shower room
- Fully enclosed garden - grass, patio and shrubs
- 4ft+ fencing all round
- Off road, private parking for 2 cars.
- Many, quiet, off road walks from the door: Weavers Way
- Short drive to a choice of dog friendly sandy beaches.
- EV charger for guest use
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