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.
Overstrand, England
5.00A cliff top location with breathtaking sea views, this end terraced holiday cottage offers a perfect seaside holiday retreat. A short stroll from the excellent sandy beach, café, shop and pub. Amazing sea views can be enjoyed from both the ground and first floor bedrooms and the dining room/conservatory with French doors leading into the enclosed lawned gardens. The holiday cottage offers comfortable and spacious accommodation making it an ideal choice at any time of year. Good cycling and walking are available from the doorstep, with dogs welcome on the beach (restricted access during high season). The popular seaside resort of Cromer, 2 miles, for promenade, end of pier live entertainment (seasonal), RNLI Lifeboat Station and museum, cliff top golf course, excellent sandy beach, many shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs. There is an indoor splash aqua pool, North Norfolk Steam Railway, shire horse centre, military collection all within an easy drive. Daily boat trips are available from Morston Harbour to visit the seal colonies and Blakeney Point. RSPB nature and bird reserves nearby. NT historical houses, Felbrigg Hall, Sheringham Park, Blickling and Holkham Hall and parkland within surrounding area. City of Norwich for excellent shopping, art galleries, theatre, castle museum, cinema complexes, bowling alleys, cafés, restaurants, and pubs 40 minutes’ drive. Shops and pubs 400 yards, restaurant 500 yards.£106From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Mundesley, England 4.00With access to the excellent sandy beach adjacent, this 18th-century semi-detached holiday cottage stands proud, occupying a cliff-top location with stunning sea views from most windows. Surrounded by its own landscaped garden and walled seating area with porthole window for amazing sea views. Full of charm and character including open fires, beamed ceiling and wooden floors. The large rooms are well equipped and comfortably furnished to offer a relaxing seaside experience. Mundesley-on-Sea is an unspoilt seaside village with an array of pubs and restaurants. Excellent bird watching, golf, bowling and fishing available. Plenty of coastal and inland cycle routes and excellent walking along quiet lanes and designated footpaths are direct from the doorstep. The beach is perfect for families, playing in the sandy pools, building sandcastles or beach tennis and body boarding. Dogs are permitted along the beach all year round, with an area designated dog-free during the summer months. Nearby places of historical interest include Blicking Hall (NT), Sheringham Park, and Cromer pier with its end of pier show. The city of Norwich is excellent for shopping malls, theatre, cathedral and the castle museum is 30 minutes away. The Norfolk Broads, 30 minutes’ drive away offers daily boat hire and river trips. Beach 50 yards down an even slope. Shop and pub ½ mile, restaurant 50 yards.£87From 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
Westgate, England 1.00Hidden away so that you could miss it when passing by, The Hayloft really does feel like a secret romantic escape for two. Right in the heart of the action but hidden away with its own courtyard garden with seating area, and a private balcony with table and chairs to relax and enjoy an elevated view of the Church and the distant sea view. The Hayloft was converted in the summer of 2017 from a building dating back to the late 1800s and believed to be a place for stabling the horses when the mail was delivered to the town.
The Hayloft has been lovingly converted by the owners with fixtures, fittings and very comfortable furnishings. There is an open plan living space downstairs with the kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs you will find yourself in the bedroom with an additional area for sitting comfortably in total privacy, this leads out to the outdoor balcony for you to enjoy late summer night evenings.
It provides a quiet and relaxing getaway, for those looking to enjoy all that Hunstanton has to offer, while also grabbing some peace and quiet and privacy. With so much to do in Hunstanton itself you could park your car on arrival, The Hayloft has its own private parking space, and then not use it until it’s time to go home, as everything is reachable on foot. A truly relaxing retreat for you to relax and enjoy this central location in Hunstanton. Beach 300 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£46From 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
Sheringham, England 4.00Beach House is perfect for those looking for a fun filled family break or just a coastal getaway. As well as the lovely beach, the pretty market town of Sheringham boasts a great mix of high street and independent shops. You can leave your car on the private car park for the week and walk to a different place to eat and drink every evening. For those wanting to take a further break from driving, Sheringham has a mainline train station that will take you to Cromer, with its famous pier, Wroxham, the gateway to the gorgeous Norfolk Broads, and onwards to the medieval city of Norwich. Sheringham also boasts North Norfolk Railway and Sheringham Park, 1000 acres of unspoilt nature trails and walks, offering ever changing vistas that are stunning whatever time of the year you visit. Travel north or south from here and discover an array of beach habitats including salt marshes, sand dunes and quays. Head to Blakeney for a spot of crabbing or Cley to explore the marshes. The National Trust’s Blickling Hall is also within easy reach, as is the Thursford Collection with its much celebrated Christmas Spectacular. In fact, this part of Norfolk is a great year round destination and, with many local towns boasting unique high streets and looking really pretty. Beach 800 yards. Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 150 yards.£68From 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
Cromer, England 5.00This stunning barn conversion offers stylish accommodation for discerning guests looking for something extra special for their break.
Beautifully decorated and furnished throughout, The Cart Shed boasts three well-appointed bedrooms and two luxurious bathrooms. The open-plan living area has a Smart TV and wood-burning stove, which is perfect for warming up after enjoying an off-season bracing beach walk. Huge sliding doors also lead to a lovely garden space which is great for a family barbeque after a day sunbathing and paddling at the close by coast.
Not only has this property been thoughtfully presented by the owners there is a keen eye on the environment too as the property is heated using fully renewable energy via a ground source heat pump. This is certainly a property designed to delight and is great for couples and families alike who want to get together, enjoy cooking, dining and raising a glass to old memories while creating new ones. You will be tempted to come and just hang out, read that book you haven’t quite got around to or relax and recharge your batteries but venture out and you will find a wealth of places to visit and explore. The real draw here is the stunning North Norfolk coastline.
Head to nearby Cromer and discover lots of great places to eat, drink and shop along with an Edwardian seafront and iconic pier, both of which you are sure to have seen featured on television. The beach here is wide and inviting and is perfect for in-season sun and off-season walks, and of course, wild swimmers can enjoy the sea here year-round. Head west and visit Blakeney for a spot of crab-lining and continue to Wells-next-the-Sea and sit on the picturesque quay watching the pretty little boats bobbing on the tide. Nature lovers will enjoy visits to RSPB Cley Marshes, Sheringham Park and Pensthorpe Nature Reserve and you can be in the heart of the Norfolk Broads in around half an hour too. History lovers will find much to do with the Blickling, Holkham, Houghton and Sandringham Estates along with the medieval city of Norwich with its numerous museums and Norman Castle all within reach. They should also make time for the Thursford Collection with its Christmas Spectacular and Santa’s Magical Journey events and the Muckleburgh Collection too.
Add in Amazonia Zoo, Bewildewood and great walks and cycle routes virtually from the doorstep and you will soon see why this part of Norfolk is so popular, and having worked up an appetite with all that sightseeing you will be pleased to discover that these are is enjoying something of a burgeoning foodie scene with lots of great places to eat, many of which serve seasonal local produce. Then you can return to the Cart Shed for a glass of something chilled, a lovely night of sleep and perhaps to dream of adventures yet to come; just perfect! Beach 2 miles.£129From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
North Walsham, England 5.00Set within the North Norfolk village of Southrepps, Clematis Cottage is the perfect retreat for guests seeking stylish accommodation which is just that extra bit special for their holiday. With a well- equipped kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms and boasting bi fold doors on to the private garden, it really is possible to bring the outside in while dining, enjoying a morning coffee or perhaps raising a glass or two of something chilled. This charming property really does have everything you need for a great break. Furnished in a high quality, country-modern style, you may find it hard to tear yourself away.
There is a wealth of things to see and do in close proximity. The stunning coastline is just 3 miles away 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. You can take the train from nearby Gunton Station which is within easy walking distance from Clematis Cottage. 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 add in Amazonia Zoo, Bewilderwood, Bure Valley Railway, great golf courses, 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. After building up a good appetite exploring all that this lovely part of the world has to offer you will be pleased to discover Norfolk’s food scene which offers lots of great places to eat close by, many of which serve local produce.£121From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Happisburgh, England 5.00This stunning location is perfect for exploring the best of Norfolk with its amazing coastline and famous Norfolk Broads. A favourite choice for summer and winter escapes. Nestled in the countryside with a lovely garden and extended views across open countryside, and just a 5-minutes’ drive to the excellent sandy beach at Sea Palling, and 10 minutes’ drive from the amazing Norfolk Broads National Park. Boasting contemporary open plan living accommodation with wood burner for cosy nights in, sympathetically and beautifully refurbished to offer modern conveniences, yet still retaining plenty of charm. Situated in a Site of Special Scientific Interest, which is rich in bird and wildlife. The area offers great walking and cycling from doorstep, the Coastal Route is popular with enthusiasts.
A great place to return to is the lovely lawn garden with seating furniture and delightful uninterrupted countryside views, or a short walk away is the award-winning pub serving good food. Nearby are the glorious sandy beaches at Sea Palling, Waxham and Horsey Gap, often visited by seals with their pups during winter months. Visit the famous lighthouse at Happisburgh, Sea Palling with shops, café, restaurants and jet ski hire for the adrenaline seekers! Wroxham, known as capital of the Norfolk Broads, 9 miles, has many waterside cafés, restaurants, shops and daily river trips and daily boat hire available. You can also catch the Bure Valley Steam Railway here for a wonderful trip to the market town of Aylsham, or take the train to Cromer, which is a traditional seaside resort with pier and promenade. The nearest village is Stalham, with its supermarket, shops, cafés and restaurants.
Historical attractions include many National Trust properties including Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Horsey Windpump. Other places of interest include Sheringham, 22 miles, home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway and the National Trust Sheringham Gardens. Or visit the city of Norwich with its cathedral, castle, museums, galleries, restaurants, cinema, theatre and shopping with two malls and market square. Beach 3 miles. Pub ¼ mile, Shop and restaurant 1 ¾ miles.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
