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, EnglandPerfect for summer holidays or winter escapes, the warmest of welcomes awaits your arrival at Meadow Farm. Nestled in the countryside, close to the village with its shop and two inns serving food, this is the perfect location to explore the best of Norfolk with its amazing coastline and its famous Norfolk Broads. The barns, each boasting character, are over 200 years old, yet offer contemporary open plan living, and are well equipped and furnished to provide excellent comfort. These well-appointed adjoining barns each enjoy privacy, their own enclosed garden with seating furniture and private parking. The holiday properties are situated in a separate area of the owner’s grounds, which also has a small, members only, Registered Caravan Club site for five caravans, on the properties meadow.
Close by is Hickling Broad, with a nature reserve that links to the Norfolk Broad’s unique topography of reed-lined waterways, famous for their good coarse fishing, boating and rich variety of wildlife, especially waterfowl. Also 3 miles drive away, are the glorious sandy beaches of Sea Palling and Waxham, often visited by seals. Visit Wroxham (11 miles), the capital of the Norfolk Broads, with its waterside cafés, restaurants, shops and daily river trips available. Also catch the Bure Valley Steam Railway here for a wonderful trip to Aylsham. Daily boat hire is available at nearby Hickling Broad and Potter Heigham, ½ mile and 3½ miles away respectively. Quiet country lanes and trails are great for relaxed cycling and walking.
Nearby attractions include many National Trust properties including Blickling and Felbrigg Hall and Horsey Windpump. Visit the seaside resort of Cromer (21 miles) with a promenade and pier, and Sheringham (26 miles), home to the North Norfolk Steam Railway. The city of Norwich (21 miles), with its cathedral, castle, museums, galleries, restaurants, cinema, theatre and shopping with two malls and market square is within easy driving distance. For another great day out, visit Horsey Gap (National Trust) where you can walk on the sand dunes and see the seals and pups on the beach (November to February). Beach 3 miles. Two pubs serving good food, one with a small shop both within walking distance.£115From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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- Horning, EnglandSituated just a few yards from the waterside, these two charming apartments are situated in the heart of the Broadland village of Horning, known as the ’Jewel of the Norfolk Broads’. Tracara Apartment (ref 25380) is set all on the ground floor, while Tracara Cottage (UK31590) is on the first floor. Both have been lovingly furnished and offer comfortable and relaxing family accommodation.
The village has two welcoming pubs, ideal for a spot of lunch or an evening tipple, alongside a good selection of shops and cafés. Boat hire is available nearby, which makes for an excellent way to explore the beauty of the Broads. Alternatively, hire a bike, also available locally, and discover the pretty villages and leafy lanes. A 10-minute drive will take you into Wroxham, the ’Capital of the Broads’, with its riverside cafés, restaurants, shops and train station. Fishing (seasonal) and RSPB nature reserves are close by, and the area is an excellent base for walking. BeWILDerwood Adventure Park, with its tree walks, zip wires and much more, is just a short drive away and is sure to keep the more adventures members of your party entertained! Alternatively, spend a day exploring the city of Norwich, 11 miles away. Close by there is a playing field, complete with children’s amenities. Beach 10 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.£108From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, EnglandLooking for something unique, this striking black tower was built in 1825 and is a Grade II listed building. Originally a working grain mill, it has now been fully renovated to provide a wonderful holiday home. Immerse yourselves in the beauty of the Norfolk Broads, offering a peaceful location to escape the hustle and bustles of daily life, yet only a 6-minute drive from the village with a pub which serves good food, shop, butcher and more. The accommodation is spread over three floors with amazing views of the surrounding countryside. A staircase leads to the entrance and it boasts circular rooms with open plan living areas. Spiral stairs lead to a double bedroom and a separate bathroom. Further spiral stairs lead to the second bedroom with a single bed and pull-out trundle bed (if you don’t mind a squeeze!). Adjacent to The Mill is your private, lawned garden with garden furniture, a perfect spot to simply soak up the sun and enjoy the tranquillity of this peaceful retreat. The owner’s home is located within the grounds, neighbouring to but separated from The Mill. The beautiful grounds are a natural haven for wildlife with mature trees and a grassed meadow boasting wild flowers (in season), perfect for a stroll in the evening.
Enjoy a 5-minute walk along the path leading to the River Ant. Located opposite is the How Hill Trust; the reserve is of national and international importance for nature conservation, birds, insects, plants and wildlife. Take a river trip, have a picnic or explore the wildlife trail mapped for your enjoyment. The riverside village of Ludham is a 6-minute drive with pub, tea rooms, village Post Office/stores and butcher. Neighbouring Womack Water with grassed riverside seating areas is a great place to sit and watch the riverside activities or why not hire a boat yourself? Many footpaths, trails and a quiet network of lanes offer excellent cycling and walking directly from the doorstep. This Grade II listed building has many rustic and quirky features that make it a great place to stay, they do also mean that it is unsuitable for young children.
Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads is just 20-minutes drive, for more boating activity, daily boat hire, river trips, supermarket, shops, cafés, riverside restaurant and miniature model village. There is a train station with connections to Norwich City, the traditional seaside town of Sheringham, and home to the Bure Valley Railway, longest narrow gauge railway visiting the pretty Market town of Aylsham. For the kids amongst us, BeWILDerwood at Horning and the Dinosaur Adventure Park at Lenwade are a great day out. The city of Norwich is 15 miles away for excellent shopping, two indoor malls, market square, cathedral, theatre, castle museum, cafés, restaurants, bowling alleys, cinema complexes and much more. Sea Palling, 9 mile away, has a wide sandy beach backed by dunes, café, fish and chips and amusements. There are plenty of historic sites, National Trust homes and parks, many more amazing sandy beaches, traditional coastal villages and towns all within easy driving distance. Beach 9 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, EnglandFrom the moment you arrive you will be delighted with this shepherd’s hut. Located in the heart of the Norfolk Broads National Park, it stands in peaceful countryside and enjoys an enclosed garden with a private wood-fired hot tub. There are excellent walks from the hut and many foot trails to explore so be sure to bring your walking boots. The area is very popular with local cycle clubs that welcome new riders. There are plenty of eateries to be enjoyed locally serving good food, and there are many well regarded take-away restaurants.
Wroxham, known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, is 4 miles away, where day boats can be hired and trips taken to explore the miles of waterways rich with bird and wildlife. There are riverside cafés, restaurants, a garden centre, shops, a supermarket, the model village and railway station. Wroxham Barns has craft barns and eateries. Enjoy a trip on the Bure Valley Steam Railway, stopping at Coltishall and travelling back and forth from Wroxham to the market town of Aylsham.
Excellent sandy beaches are within a 20 minutes’ drive. Sea Palling, Mundersley, Bacton and Happisburgh all offer excellent wide sandy beaches and traditional seaside amusements and cafés. In the winter months, a visit to Horsey Gap beach is a must where you will find hundreds of grey seal pups on the beach. The city of Norwich is 13 miles away with its cathedral, theatre, castle museum, two indoor shopping centres, a market square, and a plethora of cafés and restaurants. The surrounding area has excellent birdwatching and fishing opportunities. National Trust properties nearby include Blickling Hall, Felbrigg Hall and Sheringham Park and are all worth a visit. Beach 9 miles.£97From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, EnglandSituated in the heart of the Norfolk Broads and the pretty village of Ludham, this Grade II listed thatch cottage stands as a timeless testament to the region’s rich history. With its distinctive thatched roof, this charming cottage exudes an air of rustic elegance. Steeped in history, being the oldest cottage in the village, with origins dating to 16th Century.
Fully refurbished to offer sociable open plan living accommodation. The cottage stairs are original and characterized by their steep incline, a typical design of its era. Two bedrooms at first floor, provide a wonderful nights’ sleep. A modern bathroom is located on ground floor, and the living area has sofa bed sleeping option for guests wishing to avoid the stairs. Ludham, has a shop, post office, heritage butcher and pub serving food, all short walking distance. Womack Staithe Water and River Thurne provides great fishing opportunities, pedalo hire and a village green. Excellent location for walkers and cyclists where you can enjoy nearby trails and footpaths.
Wroxham, capital of the Norfolk Broads, 12 minutes’ drive, with riverside restaurants, supermarket, shops, daily boat hire and river trips to enjoy. Wroxham Barns has a petting farm, craft barns, small fair and restaurants. The riverside village of Horning has its selection of tea shops, restaurants and pubs. Horning Ferry has a marina, leisure club and another pub. There are excellent sandy beaches at Sea Palling, Hemsby, and Winterton-on-Sea, backed with dunes, under 10 miles away. Fine City of Norwich, with its cathedrals, castle, museums, theatre and vast array of cafés and a magnet for shoppers. There is a wealth of National Trust properties to visit in the area. Beach 8 miles.£90From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, England
1.00In the lovely Broads village of Horning, a short walk from shops and riverside pubs, this extremely spacious and comfortable lodge property boasts a fine waterside setting with its own mooring in a small marina leading onto the main River Bure.
The main bedroom and its en-suite have just been recently re-furbished in 2024. The first floor balcony is a delightful place to relax and watch the boating activity and wildlife, and visitors can enjoy numerous attractions within a short drive. Scenic excursions on the Bure Valley Railway, the Wroxham Barns craft centre, Bewilderwood adventure park, stately Blickling Hall (NT), lovely sandy beaches and the cathedral city of Norwich with its castle, museums and galleries, cinemas and theatres, excellent shopping and wide choice of restaurants are all easily accessible. Situated within a 2 minute walk to a riverside pub, with village shops and other pubs within a 10-minute walk.£88From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, EnglandWelcome to the Norfolk Broads! This well-presented, terraced cottage, just outside the pretty waterside village of Horning, has been beautifully refurbished in 2019 to offer contemporary open plan living, comfortably spread over two floors and features a beautiful private patio garden. On the ground floor there is a kitchen and a sociable living and dining area. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms and the family shower room. Excellent countryside views can be enjoyed from both front and rear windows.
There is excellent walking with footpaths direct from the doorstep, and a 30-minute stroll or 3-minute drive will take you into the popular village of Horning. The River Bure runs through the village and guests can enjoy relaxing on the riverside, or enjoy the waterside views from one of the many eateries. Sit back and watch the boating activities, or hire a motor launch and explore the miles of waterways. Sailing, motor day boat hire and river trips are available from Horning and Wroxham, and river fishing is available along local waterways (seasonal, licence required). A number of Broadland centres offer bike hire or canoe hire, possibly the most delightful way to discover the lovely reed lined waterways and abundant wildlife.
Wroxham, 4½ miles away, is known as the ‘Capital of the Broads’, and home to the ‘world’s largest village store’, as well as the train station for the Bure Valley narrow gauge steam railway. Nearby How Hill Nature Reserve, with its marsh meadows, dykes, woodland and open water, is well worth exploring. A few minutes away is BeWILDerwood, a magical tree top park which promises children a day to remember. There are excellent, wide sandy beaches at Mundesely, 11 miles, backed with sand dunes. The seaside resort of Great Yarmouth, 15 miles, offers family fun with its famous pleasure beach, fun fair and amusements. The Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park at Lowestoft is 26 miles away, while Cromer, 21 miles, offers traditional seaside entertainment including a renowned end of pier show, Amazona Zoo, shops, restaurants and cafés. Bygone museums, craft centres, National Trust Felbrigg and Blickling Halls, and Horsey Windpump windmill are all within an easy drive. The medieval city of Norwich, 12 miles, has a magnificent cathedral, castle, galleries, museums, cinemas, theatres, excellent shopping, cafés and restaurants. The north Norfolk coastline has RSPB reserves, coastal path and many picturesque villages which boast pubs and restaurants serving superb locally caught seafood. There are seal watching boat trips from Blakeney Quay, 32 miles, and Morston Quay, 33 miles, while historic Holt is 27 miles away for shops, cafés, restaurants and Holt Lowes Country Park and trails. Beach 11 miles. Shop, pubs and restaurants ¾ miles.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Horning, EnglandMill House Bungalow is located in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, close to the riverside village of Ludham. This contemporary property is very comfortably furnished and offers open plan accommodation with its own private enclosed courtyard paved garden. Located on site is also a large meadow for guests’ shared enjoyment. A bridle path leads from the doorstep to the tranquil village of Ludham, just a 20-minute walk away. The village boasts a post office and stores, pub, tea room, butcher and doctor’s surgery.
Nearby Womack Staithe provides access to the River Thurne which has great fishing opportunities together with pedalo hire and a village green. There are many excellent walking and cycling opportunities available on the doorstep, with miles of riverside and countryside walks. Set amongst a gentle and tranquil landscape, dotted with ancient churches, wind pumps and nature reserves, this area of Norfolk offers a wealth of opportunity to enjoy the countryside. Nearby, How Hill Nature Reserve is well worth exploring. Riverside pubs and cafés are plentiful and a number of Broadland centres offer bike and canoe hire. Visitors can also hire hourly/day boats at Potter Heigham, 1¼ miles. Bustling Wroxham is just 7½ miles away, and is perfect for daily boat hire.
For children, BeWILDerwood, a magical treetop adventure park and the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade both promise children a day to remember. The lovely dune backed sandy beaches at Winterton-on-Sea and Sea Palling are within a 30-minute drive. Great Yarmouth, with funfair and traditional seaside amusements, and Pleasurewood Hills theme park at Lowestoft are well worth a visit. Cromer, 22 miles, also offers wonderful beaches and traditional seaside entertainment.
The National Trust’s Blickling Hall is also within an easy drive. Visit the medieval city of Norwich, with its magnificent cathedral, castle museum, art galleries, cinemas, theatre, cafés, fine restaurants and excellent shopping. Blakeney Quay and Morston Harbour on the north Norfolk coast offer seal watching boat trips, and pubs and restaurants serving superb locally caught seafood. Fishing is available (in season with licence) along the River Thurne 0.9 mile. Beach 8 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, EnglandThis wonderful terraced house is located directly on the riverside, overlooking the marina linking to the River Bure. It is a superb property for both families and couples, and makes a perfect place to simply sit, enjoy the boats and wildlife, or fish direct from your decked terrace. Situated within Ferry Marina, a small complex of similar styled properties, Kestrel Cottage holds a commanding position with a modern first floor open plan living space to benefit from the amazing views. It offers spacious living throughout and boasts a decked terrace on the ground floor, which has direct, unfenced access to the river, as well as a decked balcony from the first floor with outdoor furniture. Hire a boat and moor it at the property - it’s the most magical way to explore this magnificent waterway with over 125 miles of tranquil waters to explore. If you’re a fishing enthusiast, be sure to bring your fishing rods as pike fishing is well known to be very good between November and January when there is less activity on the water.
Horning, a picturesque Broadland village with riverside inns, restaurants, a selection of small shops and tea shops, is a 15-minute walk away. Daily boat hire and river trips are available, or take a trip on the Southern Comfort Paddle Steamer which cruises up and down the Broads, taking in the beautiful scenery and abundance of wildlife. Held during summer are several boat races and a week-long regatta where you can enjoy all the boating action from one of the many pubs or restaurants situated along the riverbank. For those seeking a more active holiday, the marina and leisure club welcomes visitors who wish to enjoy water sports, and there are plenty of walks and cycle tracks that take you through the village and into the surrounding countryside and nature reserve. Children will enjoy BeWILDerwood, an outdoor tree top adventure park, or there is Wroxham Barns and the Dinosaur Park at Lenwade. Wroxham, 4 miles, is known as the ’Capital of the Broads’, with its selection of waterside cafés, restaurants and pubs. It also has a railway station serving Norwich and the coast, as well as a station for the Bure Valley Railway, a miniature steam train running from the popular market town of Aylsham to Wroxham. The North Norfolk coastline with excellent sandy beaches can be reached within 16 miles. Spend a day exploring the city of Norwich, 11 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. Beach 16½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Horning, EnglandThis detached property enjoys a beautiful location with superb views over the River Thurne, and from the first-floor balcony you can marvel at the view, perfect for watching the boating activity and the abundant birdlife. Tucked away, with small foot bridge leading to the rivers’ edge, surrounded by its wrap around garden, and acres of woodland and marsh to enjoy. This idyllic location is a paradise for nature lovers, so be sure to bring sensible footwear and binoculars. For fisherman, this part of the Broads offers some of the best coarse fishing anywhere in the UK, having its very own water frontage, means fishing is literally on your doorstep (seasonal and licence required). There is availability for mooring a boat if required; please enquire with the owner’s directly. Within the grounds is the owners’ holiday home, apart from their occasionally visits, you will be completely alone with nature.
Willow Cottage marsh and Sargant’s Wood received certification by Norfolk Wildlife Trust (NWT) as a County Wildlife Site. CWS are areas of land rich in wildlife found across Norfolk. Outside of the nationally protected areas (such as Sites of Special Scientific Interest and National Nature Reserves), they are the best areas for wildlife in the county. There are over 1,300 CWS in all, totalling over 15,000 hectares – this makes them a fantastic resource for wildlife. CWS can support both locally and nationally threatened wildlife species and habitats; they also complement Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and nature reserves by helping to maintain links between these sites. In recent years there has been a growing recognition of the importance of conserving such places, so that wildlife can survive in the wider countryside, outside of nature reserves.
Everything is on the doorstep - walking and cycling can be enjoyed on the Weavers Way, a network of quiet lanes surrounds and the tow path, literally alongside and follows the river, which leads to neighbouring Potter Heigham (1 mile on foot). The village of Potter Heigham is a popular stopping place to the Broads, with its medieval bridge and historical St Nicholas Church, as well as the famous bargain store, Lathams. There are two cafés for delicious all-day breakfasts, lunches, and cream tea, and the pub serving traditional pub food. From here you can hire day boats, a kayak or canoe, and explore the waterways at a very leisurely pace. Sea Palling with excellent sandy beach backed with dunes just 9 miles away, or alternatively Hemsby and Winterton-on-Sea both offer miles of excellent wide sandy beaches. The fine city of Norwich, with its cathedrals, castle, museums, theatre and vast array of cafés and shops, is 30 minutes’ drive. There is a wealth of National Trust properties to visit in the area, which include Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park (one of the finest Jacobean houses in East Anglia), the beautifully landscaped Sheringham Park and the magnificent Blickling Hall with its woodland and lakeside walks. Horsey Wind Pump is only 5 miles away and a good destination for a boat trip. Beach 9 miles.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
