Pet-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, EnglandThis 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 stay
- Hoveton, EnglandThe Boathouse apartments have been built on a nautical theme and equipped to a high standard, offering excellent riverside holiday accommodation. The properties (refs CVK, CVL and CVM) are within a working boatyard on the banks of the River Bure enjoying river views, and each property has the added benefit of a motor launch free of charge which can be moored nearby. The motor launch is chargeable during the Whitsun and Summer School Holidays, and bookable direct from the owner.
Each apartment has a ground floor compact decked area and first floor glass balcony, providing lovely scenery over the water with all its activity. Designed in ‘upside down’ style, the open-plan living area on the first floor has patio doors leading to the furnished balcony - perfect for relaxing and soaking up the atmosphere.
The properties are situated in Wroxham, which is well known as the ‘Capital of the Broads’ and has a selection of cafes, restaurants and shops within a few minutes walk. The wider area is also criss-crossed by numerous footpaths and cycling trails. One of the best ways to enjoy the Broads is on the water by motor launch, or take one of the organised day trips arranged by the neighbouring boatyard. On the water, the beauty of the Broads can be truly experienced with its extensive wildlife (ducks, geese, swans, spoonbills and herons) and its sleepy Broads villages with their pretty flint cottages and attractive churches.
The coast is within easy reach (12 miles) with lovely sandy beaches and a string of villages spreading northwards to the bustling sea towns of Cromer and Sheringham. Alternatively, Norwich is less than 10 miles away with its cathedral, castle, museums, theatres, excellent shops and restaurants. National Trust properties well worth a visit are Felbrigg Hall and Blickling Hall, both within easy reach. Nearest shops are 500 yards. These three properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests. Moorings for motor launches are outside the property and life jackets are available free of charge. Pet life jackets available on arrival for a refundable £10 deposit. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 16 guests.£89From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Hoveton, EnglandEnjoying 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.£149From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Blakeney, EnglandSeagulls 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 stay
- Overstrand, EnglandA 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.£160From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Mundesley, EnglandWith 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.£89From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Horning, EnglandSilver 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.£161From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Hanworth, EnglandPerfect for a relaxing break, Deer Park Lookout is a charming, spacious conversion which enjoys spectacular views across a beautiful deer park grazed by red and fallow deer, this wildlife haven is just 6 miles from the lovely North Norfolk Coast. For fishing and birdwatching enthusiasts there is a 14-acre lake as well as a network of footpaths round the park to explore, and if you don’t want to cook in the evening there is even an excellent restaurant within walking distance. Deer Park Lookout is close to the owners’ 18th century farmhouse, and is only 2 miles from Roughton village shop and Gunton’s railway station, and 6 miles from Cromer’s seaside attractions. The National Trusts Blickling and Felbrigg Halls are nearby and the Broads are easily accessible. Shop 2 miles, The Gunton Arms pub with restaurant within walking distance.£78From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Clippesby, EnglandWith the Norfolk coastline within easy reach, there are lots of reasons to choose Church Farm Barn for your stay. They are set within the quiet village of Clippesby, and tastefully presented to provide spacious holiday accommodation for guests. Surrounded by approximately 1-acre of shared grounds which is ideal for children to play a variety of sports, and also gives access straight onto the public footpaths.
Church Farm Barn (ref. W43988) has a formal dining room, a dining area in the kitchen and two sitting rooms; there is plenty of space to spread out and relax. Barnex (ref. W43989) has a well equipped kitchen and a spacious lounge to relax in; it’s the perfect place to plan your adventures.
The traditional seaside town of Great Yarmouth still provides all the fun of the fair, with its traditional amusements. It also has a Pleasure Beach, which offers thrill rides galore and a wide sandy beach so you can see why this town remains a top tourist attraction. As does Pleasurewood Hills, a theme park that lies just along the coast and offers a wide range of attractions. Thrigby Wildlife Park offers animal lovers, young and mature alike, the chance to see exotic animals up close which includes a tree walk where you can look right down in to the tiger enclosure. Africa Alive offers animal encounters too, and the meercat enclosure is not to be missed. Beach lovers will enjoy Scratby Beach, a beautiful, quiet shingle and sand beach set at the base of low sand cliffs. It is dog friendly and perfect for a bracing walk whatever the time of year. With Winterton-on-Sea, Hemsby, Caister, Gorleston and California Sands all offering beautiful beaches too, you’ll be spoilt for choice. The area offers access to the Norfolk Broads, where you can join an organised tour or charter your own boat, perfect for messing about on the water. Great Wildlife is to be found on the Broads, and birdwatchers will find a visit to Rollesby Broad a must. The medieval city of Norwich is close by and offers a stunning Norman castle to explore along with numerous museums, cinemas, theatres and great places to shop and eat.
With cyclist and walking routes aplenty, you will be pleased to have chosen wisely and picked Church Farm Barn to relax in when you get back after a busy day sightseeing. Shop, pub and restaurant 11/2 miles.£230From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Brancaster, EnglandA 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.£308From price per night based on 7 night stay