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.
Longhoughton, EnglandThis charming stone-built, period holiday cottage dates back to the 1840’s and is situated in the heart of the village, midway between Craster and Alnwick. In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is perfectly located for exploring this unspoilt county and set on a Heritage Coastal route with some of the finest beaches in Britain. Within 1 mile from a secluded sandy bay and coastal walks. Nearby is the village post office. Alnwick, 4 miles, with the castle used as ‘Hogwarts’ in the Harry Potter films. Bottle of wine on arrival. Shop 200 yards, pub 1½ miles, restaurant 2 miles.£60From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Corbridge, EnglandAn idyllic choice for those who enjoy being only a gentle stroll from the many amenities Corbridge has to offer and the perfect base for exploring the vast expanse of Hadrian’s Wall Country. Bridge House Cottages are located next to the bridge by the banks of the River Tyne, with stunning views and a three tier terraced garden that leads down to the river. The accommodation is located in the heart of the picturesque village of Corbridge, renowned for its charming shops selling everything from fashion to gifts; there are also quaint tea rooms and several restaurants and pubs. Only three miles west is the popular market town of Hexham dominated by its majestic abbey, often recognised as the jewel in Northumberland’s crown. It offers many facilities including a cinema/theatre, indoor swimming pool and several prestigious golf courses close by.
This is Hadrian’s Wall country, an area of rich heritage to explore. Vindolanda and Housesteads Roman Fort Museum are both interesting local attractions – it is a walkers’ and cyclists’ paradise with miles of wild and beautiful countryside to discover. Visit the Northumberland Heritage Coast famous for its golden unspoilt beaches and castles, or take a trip across the causeway to legendary Lindisfarne steeped in history. Bamburgh and Alnwick are both within easy reach. The vibrant city of Newcastle renowned for its global cultural pursuits and the extensive shopping facilities at the Metro Centre offer an abundance of attractions. Easy access to the Northumberland National Park, the Scottish Borders and the Lake District. Golf and fishing nearby.
This property can be booked together with The Garden Room (27309), The Stable (28356), The Coach House (26154) and The West Wing (26666) to accommodate up to 14 guests.
NB: 10% discount all year if all the properties are booked together. Car park 200 yards away, over bridge or in village.£52From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Otterburn, EnglandRowan Cottage is ideal for relaxing in front of the multi-fuel burner and watching the wildlife on the live feed to the cottage. Relax amid spectacular and dramatic scenery in this gloriously unspoilt part of Northumberland. Lying within the Northumberland National Park and enjoying panoramic views over Whitelee Fell National Nature Reserve, the cottages are former shepherd’s cottages on the owner’s sheep farm, renovated to a very good standard and retaining lots of character. Oak Cottage and Birch Cottage have beamed living room ceilings and all three have inglenook fireplaces with multi-fuel stoves for a warm and cosy atmosphere as well as power showers in the bathroom. There are wildlife cameras which feed live pictures direct to the flatscreen TV in each cottage, so you can watch barn owls, badgers and other wildlife. The area is rich in wildlife and ideal for walkers. Whitelee Farm is an idyllic base for exploring the Roman wall, Lindisfarne, Alnwick Castle, Kielder Forest Park and the Scottish borders. Newcastle and Edinburgh are within an easy drive. Shopping in Otterburn and Jedburgh, both 15 minutes away.
Rowan Cottage can be booked together with Birch Cottage (15841) and Oak Cottage (16498) to accommodate up to 13 people.£61From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Red Row, EnglandThis spacious, family-sized semi-detached bungalow, with private rear garden, makes an ideal holiday base, close to the Heritage coastal route peppered with castles and friendly villages. Great attention to detail ensures a relaxed and comfortable stay at this perfect retreat for couples, friends or families. Amble is nearby with full amenities, further on visit Alnmouth, Beadnell, Seahouses and Alnwick with its water gardens, cobbled streets and unique shops. Nearby is Hauxley Bird Sanctuary; Druridge Bay Park is almost on the doorstep. Golf, fishing and riding nearby. There is a small club 150 yards from the cottage. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£121From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Old Bewick, EnglandThis holiday cottage with countryside views is in a small row of three and located between the Cheviot Hills and the Northumbrian coastline, offering an ideal retreat for couples or friends. It is just 4 miles from Eglingham, which was named as one of the top 50 best places to live in the countryside by the Sunday Times. It is midway between Alnwick, 11 miles, with its famous castle, and Wooler, known as the Gateway to the Cheviots. An ideal base to visit the Cheviots, the Borders or a short drive to the Northumbrian Heritage Coast - an AONB with castles, fortresses and unspoilt beaches and just 3 miles from the famous Chillingham Wild Cattle and castle. Fishing is available locally. Shop 6 miles, pubs and restaurants 4 miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Alnmouth, EnglandSet in the heart of the ‘picture-postcard’ village of Alnmouth, and only a few yards from the sandy estuary and beaches, this attractive ground floor holiday apartment offers comfortable accommodation in one of the most beautiful counties in England. Built in 1860, the apartment is part of a grand Victorian house which once belonged to the Duke of Northumberland. Alnwick has its majestic medieval castle and one of the biggest water gardens in Europe. Visit Holy Island or Farne Islands, to see seal and puffin colonies. Shop 200 yards.£134From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Alnwick, EnglandSet on a 14-acre estate with views over open countryside, this detached, stone-built holiday bungalow is the ideal retreat. It is located in a quiet location on the owners Estate, with its own large private garden to enjoy the views, only 2 miles north of the historic market town of Alnwick, famous for its majestic castle, Alnwick gardens, and cobbled streets. A superb holiday base to explore the surrounding countryside and the miles of beautiful, unspoilt coastline with golden sandy beaches, peppered with friendly villages and castles. Golf and horse riding close by. Beach 4 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Heckley Cottage can be booked together with Heckley Stable Cottage (UK3318) to accommodate up to 9 guests.£144From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Warenford, England"Ideal base for a family holiday...set between the Cheviots and the sea"
Tucked away in a peaceful and secluded village setting, these five comfortably furnished holiday cottages are set in an idyllic location, only 5 miles from the spectacular Bamburgh Castle and one of the longest sandy beaches in England, and within a few minutes’ drive of Seahouses, where regular boat trips depart for the Farne Islands. Between the Cheviots and the sea, there is easy touring through the beautiful countryside with its numerous castles, stately homes and NT properties. Furnished to a high standard, and close to the owners’ home, Fordson offers single-storey accommodation and Ferguson is a detached two-storey cottage. The Mill House stands as a detached converted barn, with Waren View and The Granary Cottage forming an adjoining pair. This is an ideal choice for family holidays, with use of a very pleasant lawned area by a stream. There is also shared use of the owners’ hard tennis court nearby.
Warenford Village serves as an excellent base from which to discover Northumberland and the Scottish border country. Just 4 miles distant lies Budle Bay, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as an SSSI, with the ancient walled town of Berwick-upon-Tweed (15 miles) and the Duchess of Northumberland’s ornamental gardens a short drive away. Created to rival the best in Europe, the gardens are contemporary in design and include waterfalls and cascading plumes set within landscaped grounds with themed planted areas. Also sure to delight both young and old alike is a visit to neighbouring Alnwick Castle, which served as the location for the Harry Potter films. Home of the Percy family, it stands as the second largest inhabited castle in England after Windsor Castle, with some of its rooms open to the public and displaying a wealth of decorative and fine art.
Within easy reach, too, is Holy Island – renowned for its medieval religious heritage, priory and picturesque castle – and also known by its Anglo-Saxon name of Lindisfarne. Accessed by a paved causeway at low tide, the island is popular with bird-watchers and nature lovers, with the north-western portion of the island being maintained as a nature reserve, where terns, plovers and seals can be observed. Whilst on the island, a trip to The Museum of Island Life will reveal former living and working conditions there, and St Aidan’s Winery tempts visitors with its sweet concoction of local Lindisfarne Mead.
There are quiet country lanes for cycling and several excellent golf courses nearby, as well as a selection of shops in Belford (3 miles) and good inns and restaurants in which to enjoy a family meal locally – the nearest pub with restaurant being just 30 yards.
Guests may relax in thesauna or work out in the gym, built close to the cottages. Shop/24-hr garage 1 mile.
Fordson (MHH), Ferguson (MHI), The Granary Cottage (MKO), Waren View (MKP) and The Mill House (MLX) can be booked together to accommodate up to 30 guests.£92From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Waren Mill, EnglandIn an enviable position on the Heritage coastline with stunning views over Budle Bay and Holy Island, this modern, well-equipped ground floor apartment within historic Waren Mill is an ideal base from which to explore the castles and beaches of the Northumberland coastline. Bamburgh (imposing castle, long sandy beach) and Seahouses (working harbour, shops, seasonal boat trips), a short drive. The Maltings has the bonus of two idyllic jetty cottages looking directly over the bay - ideal for dining, a retreat or to watch the many unusual birds that visit Budle Bay which can also be used as a secure storage for cycles/equipment. Many fabulous walks, cycle routes in the area. Alnwick Castle, gardens within 30-minute drive. Golf, riding, sea fishing, watersports nearby. Access to A1 to explore further afield - Berwick and Metro Centre an hour’s drive. Shops 1½ miles.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Spittal, EnglandCommanding panoramic sea views, Far Horizons sits just above the promenade and only yards from Spittal’s glorious sandy beach. With its enclosed patio garden and comfortable interior, this ground floor apartment offers an ideal base for exploring the magnificent Northumberland coast and Scottish Borders, renowned for their superb beaches, dramatic castles and the unspoilt beauty of the National Park. An ideal retreat for guests who are looking for a peaceful holiday location. Holy Island, Bamburgh Castle and the fishing port of Seahouses are all under half an hour’s drive. The historic town of Berwick-upon-Tweed (2 miles) boasts fine shops, restaurants and cafes. Golf, riding and fishing nearby. Shop and pub serving food 300 yards.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
