Dog-Friendly Holidays in Northumberland
Filled with beautiful scenery, unspoilt beaches, rolling hills, rugged moorland and a scattering of charming market towns, Northumberland is a simply fantastic destination for an adventurous getaway with your pooch. With 1200 miles of walking routes and 80 miles of beaches, there's plenty for you and your curious canine to explore.
Beadnell, England
4.75This ideally located, ground floor holiday apartment with peaceful, enclosed garden is set close to a sandy beach in the heart of the picturesque seaside village. Beadnell is situated on the heritage coast in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ideal for couples, families and friends. Water sports, cycling, golf, walking, fishing and riding all available close by. Visits to Alnwick with its historic cobbled streets, majestic castle and water gardens, only 12 miles. Bamburgh 5 miles, Seahouses 2 miles. Shops, pubs and restaurants 100 yards.£105From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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England 4.00Wisteria Cottage is so charming with its tiered garden including seating areas, tinkling stream at the rear and a perfect detached conservatory, what is not to love about this well-proportioned detached cottage? Renovated throughout and retaining many original features oozing charm and character. This is a perfect retreat for couples, families or friends who want to have some relaxation in pretty surroundings. The detached conservatory is perfect for escaping for a few quiet minutes listening to the little stream.
Set in the small hamlet of Netherton, a few miles from the pretty town of Rothbury and only 4 miles from Thropton with two excellent pubs both doing food. Netherton is only 3 miles from the Northumberland National Park so is ideal for walkers and cyclists. The location is set in the middle of the county so perfect for exploring in all directions, maximising your time in Northumberland.
The beautiful Heritage Coast can be reached in just 18 miles, where miles of golden beaches and castles await. Hadrian’s Wall is around 40 miles, while the border towns in Scotland are a mere 32 miles and are steeped in history. Visit Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and featured in some Harry Potter scenes, only 18 miles away. Northumberland is a diverse county with miles of beautiful beaches, inland moors, a Gold Tier International Dark Sky National Park, Hadrian’s Wall stretching from east to west steeped in history and a trip to Newcastle to see the wonderful architecture.
After a days exploring, what better cottage to come home to than Wisteria Cottage, sitting in the lovely garden or conservatory, or snuggling up in the living room on an evening. Beach 19½ miles. Shop 6 miles, pub and restaurant 4 miles.£89From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bardon Mill, England 5.00Looking for something a little out of the ordinary for a getaway in rural Northumberland? Then look no further than this quirky, Alpine-style holiday lodge. Nestling in beautiful grounds, the lodge has outside terraces and secret gardens, perfect for relaxing and taking in the sounds of the birds and the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
Inside it is charming and quirky. The open plan living space and dining area are perfect for that special get-together with friends or family. There is a large wood burner for the cooler nights, with comfy sofas to curl up on. Décor is as you would expect of a lodge, with wooden floors and panelling, tartans and checks and it has a wonderful homely feel to it. Comfortably catering for up to six people, with a well-equipped shaker style kitchen and modern appliances. Should you wish to rustle up brunch or a hearty supper. Upstairs are three good sized bedrooms with king size, super king and twin beds. The kingsize bedroom has doors leading out onto a spacious decked balcony where you can sit and enjoy views of the gardens and beyond. A large bathroom with sumptuous underfloor heating completes this floor. Outside is where the fun begins. Find a quiet spot to read a book, or set the table and enjoy an al fresco supper. Steps lead off into a secluded garden with fruit trees and benches to sit and a raised pergola, a perfect spot to sit and enjoy a glass of bubbly. The garden opens up into a paddock and the most amazing wall to wall views of the Tyne Valley and North Cumbrian Fells. An elevated decking area sits in the farthest spot with uninterrupted views of the countryside beyond. As night draws in, take a warm throw to wrap up and sit and experience the amazing starry skies above Northumberland.
Out and about this is a fabulous place to explore with so much to see and do. Set on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, the location is excellent for exploring the spectacular scenery of the north of England, the Scottish borderland and the Lake District National Park, which is just an hour away. Nearby you can discover the Vindolanda Roman Fort, The Sill Landscape Discovery Centre and the world famous Sycamore Gap on Hadrian’s Wall. Also within easy reach is Haltwhistle, which is the ‘Geographic Centre of Britain’, with sports centre and outdoor heated swimming pools, and Burn Gorge. A must visit is the historic market town of Hexham, which boasts a stunning abbey, the oldest gaol in the country, and an abundance of eclectic shops, restaurants and pubs. Continue to the beautiful Roman town of Corbridge and meander round its boutique shops, art galleries and antique shops, stop for a coffee or take a stroll along the river. Locally there is an abundance of eateries to choose from. A nearby inn serving good food and ales offers astronomers a star gazing experience and is a 20-minute walk away, with nearby Haltwhistle, Bardon Mill and Hexham offering a range of pubs and restaurants. Shop ½ mile, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Hadrians Garden Cottage can be booked together with Hygge Cabin (ref UK31130) to accommodate up to 8 guests.£147From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Melkridge, England 5.00Old Brewery Cottage is a Grade II listed semi-detached barn conversion which was originally built in the 1800s. It now offers tastefully furnished accommodation, adjacent to the owner’s home, ideal for exploring Hadrian’s Wall Country.
With a picturesque Tyne Valley view, this welcoming holiday cottage is situated only a few miles from Hexham, and is ideal for exploring the Northumberland coast and the National Park. The historic market town of Hexham, dominated by its majestic abbey, offers an abundance of amenities only 12 miles east or travel an extra 20 minutes to sample the vibrant city of Newcastle or try a little retail therapy at the world renowned Metro Centre. The Cumbrian border is close by; Carlisle is only 25 miles west, therefore making it a superb base for those seeking to explore the historic charms of Northumberland coupled with the magnificent Lakeland Fells.
Old Brewery Cottage can be booked together with Old Brewery Coach House (UK3003) to accommodate up to eight guests.£76From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Wooler, EnglandThis charming property offers a comfortable stay for the whole family to enjoy. Set over two floors, you enter the property into a spacious hallway with the living room to your left and the dining room straight ahead. The living room is a cheerful cosy space perfect for relaxing in front of the Smart TV after a long day of adventures. The dining room is well equipped for entertaining and with the kitchen set to the left it makes a perfect place to relax whilst a hearty meal is being prepared. The kitchen has fully integrated appliances and offers everything needed to cook up a storm for the whole family. The kitchen leads you straight out into the idyllic gardens, a truly tranquil and relaxing environment to enjoy the sun or al fresco dining. The garden is beautifully presented and offers a luxury outdoor haven which can be enjoyed by all the family. Upstairs there are three bedrooms, all with wardrobes and dressing tables and each being individually designed with the main bathroom situated to the right of the third bedroom.
The town of Wooler is a great base for keen walkers who are looking to make the most of the Northumberland countryside, and wanting to visit the Cheviot Hills and Northumberland National Park for some fantastic walking and stunning scenery. Tarn House is only a minutes’ walk from Wooler High Street, with a variety of independent shops, cafés and pubs, and 5 minutes walk from the River Till and Doddington Milk Bar. To the east is the magnificent coastline of Northumberland, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with great trips to be had to Bamburgh Castle, Holy Island of Lindisfarne, Seahouses harbour, or the birdwatcher’s paradise of The Farne Islands. For those who want day trips further afield there are regular trains from Berwick-Upon-Tweed that will take you to Edinburgh or Newcastle in an hour. Whatever your reason for visiting this northern part of England, you will love coming home to Tarn House every evening.£81From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Hexham, EnglandSituated in the heart of the welcoming village of Allendale, this attractive stone-built double fronted cottage boasts oodles of charm. With exposed beams, feature stone wall and wooden floorings too, this property is full of character. The spacious living dining room has a cosy wood burner as a focal point. A separate snug also has a stove and a few steps lead up to the kitchen at the rear of the property. There is also a useful utility area on the ground floor. With three double bedrooms on the first floor and three shower facilities, Sunniside House makes a suitable choice for the gathering of families and friends.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Seahouses, EnglandNestled on the cusp of the traditional fishing village of Seahouses, Sand Castles is a spacious, detached holiday property offering generous living space suitable for friends and family gatherings. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, the property has a large living room with a cosy wood burner and patio doors leading out to the rear garden. The kitchen/dining room is contemporary in style and there is a convenient snug giving additional living space. All four bedrooms are on the first floor, the master being en-suite, and there is a family bathroom too.
Seahouses offers a wide array of facilities including tea rooms, restaurants, pubs, shops and a golf course, all within a mile from Sand Castles. Boat trips to the Farne Islands run from the nearby harbour, which are famous for their nesting seabirds and grey seal colonies. Horse riding is available in North Sunderland, around a mile away. The picture postcard village of Bamburgh, protected by its dramatic fortress, is only 2 miles north with its wide expanse of golden, and often empty, sandy beaches, and where the tidal island of Lindisfarne, locally known as Holy Island and the birth place of Christianity, can be viewed. A further 2 miles up the coastline brings you to Waren Mill, which is steeped in history. Once an important port, its harbour has long since disappeared, silted up beneath the sands of the estuary. Visit the bird sanctuary at Budle Bay, where at low tide a vast expanse of mudflats is home to countless sea and land birds, making this a haven for birdwatchers.
The sweep of golden sands at Beadnell Bay is popular with watersport enthusiasts, just 2 miles south, and the elegant Georgian town of Berwick, which straddles the salmon-rich River Tweed, is 17 miles north. The market town of Alnwick, with its castle, offers many facilities a few miles inland. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction, with its restaurant in the largest tree house in Europe, and its grand cascade waterfall. Sand Castles makes an excellent base from which to explore this stunning heritage coastline, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£77From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Morpeth, EnglandWith plenty of space for six people and suitable for all age groups, this charming detached house with a sun room and rear enclosed garden for sitting out, is perfect for spending time together on a much deserved short break or annual holiday.
Dunpullin has plenty of space for your bikes, surfboards or kayaks with private parking to the front. The enclosed garden to the rear is a lovely place to let the children play whilst you sit in the sunroom with a morning cup of tea or an evening glass of wine. The ramp access and ground floor wet shower room and bedroom are ideal for those who don’t like to climb stairs, making this charming holiday home ideal for all the family.
Located only a few minutes from the coast with a popular ice cream and fish & chip parlour at Blyth beach which popular with locals and visitors. With easy access to the unspoilt beaches of Northumberland, nearby Cambois beach is usually very quiet, and Newbiggin by the sea only a short drive away has a sweeping bay with a long promenade and the only east coast offshore statues. Nearby Bedlington has plenty of friendly pubs, cafés, restaurants and shops and a lovely pub is nearby.
Close to a great road network for exploring all this fabulous unspoilt county, from Hadrian’s Wall in the west with Roman Forts and Museums to explore, to the Dark Sky National Park of Kielder, the golden beaches and historic castles up and down the coast. A perfect base from which to explore the many visitor attractions up and down the county.£84From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Berwick-upon-Tweed, EnglandNestled a stone’s throw away from the picturesque Northumberland coastline, resting in the heart of Berwick upon Tweed is this remarkable boutique holiday home, No. 2 Ness Street. A marvellous contemporary interior, comfortably accommodating up to six guests, No. 2 Ness Street is an idyllic base for a luxury break to this delightful part of the country. Free on-street permit parking on the doorstep, then over the threshold into the hallway and head straight to the first floor living room boasting a contemporary wood burner stove. After a good day out, come home, light the fire, relax and pour yourself a single malt to enjoy in front of it with Sky Glass to entertain you.
Head back to the ground floor to the modern kitchen where the designated chef of the holiday can whip up a hearty meal in this well-equipped modern kitchen while setting the table for a family dinner. There are three bedrooms on the the ground, first and second floor, all kingsize rooms and beautifully presented. Each bedroom has its own shower or bathroom, the ground floor boasts an en-suite, double shower, the first floor has an adjacent double shower, and the second floor bathroom features a luxurious roll top bath.
No. 2 Ness Street has been stylised from top to bottom with high-quality individual touches and materials throughout, making this house the perfect luxury coastal getaway. Discover one of the four fabulous nearby beaches, some offering water sports opportunities and there are breath-taking scenery and walks, you’ll be spoilt for choice. There are many independent coffee houses, wine bars and eateries on the doorstep and a micro pub within walking distance of the front door. Enjoy a relaxing game of golf, play tennis, swim or simply enrich yourself with the history of Berwick, tangled in many battles between Scotland and England for sovereignty over the years. There’s plenty to discover.
A short drive South and you will discover the many castles that flourish in this part of the country. The magnificent Bamburgh Castle, dominates its attractive small village, set high up above the beautiful, golden Bamburgh beach and equally magnificent Alnwick Castle (fans of Harry Potter will recognise Hogwarts scenes from here) to name but a couple. These two are lived in today, but you can also visit the beautiful ruins of Lindisfarne on Holy Island, Dunstanburgh and Warkworth.
Inland a trip to the Borders will be equally rewarding for its scenery and history. LNER runs a mainline route through Berwick train station, a 15 minute easy walk, you are an hour from Edinburgh or Newcastle and a comfortable four and a half from London. Where ever your Northumberland adventure takes you, be sure to start it from No. 2 Ness Street.£126From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Morpeth, EnglandA quaint, detached lodge sitting in Percy Wood Holiday Park in Swarland near Felton, Northumberland. Off-road parking. Dog-friendly. Smart TV. Alnwick 7.3 miles; Morpeth 13.4 miles; Newcastle 28.4 miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
