Pet Friendly Holidays 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.
- Alnwick, EnglandPerfect holiday home for couples or a small family with fabulous attention to detail throughout. With a tasteful separate living room with plenty of space and a wonderful cosy open fire for cool evenings. With a small rear enclosed area it is a perfect spot for relaxing after a day exploring or with your morning cup of tea.
An ideal place to stay within walking distance of the historic market town of Alnwick. There is a great choice of amenities in Alnwick, including a cinema/playhouse, restaurants, independent shops, and a variety of pubs within walking distance. Barter Books is only a 5 minute walk. Alnwick Castle, home to the Duke of Northumberland and the film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts, is a popular visitor attraction and is within walking distance. Visit Alnwick Gardens, a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden, which includes a grand cascade waterfall, poison garden, and a restaurant situated within the largest treehouse in Europe. Also worth a visit is Lilidorei, a new attraction for younger members and is a mysterious folly with surprises at every turn. Vist the Pixie House, Sprite House, Squiffle House, Troll House, Dwarves House, Elf House, Fairy House, Hobgoblin House and more, and is just a 12 minute walk away.
This well-equipped tastefully decorated holiday home is an excellent choice for those seeking stylish accommodation that gives easy access to the beautiful 20-mile stretch of Heritage coastline. Explore the east, which has been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or the wild and lonely expanses of the heather-capped Cheviot Hills to the west. Northumberland was voted the friendliest county and wherever you go you will sure of a really warm Northumbrian welcome. Beach 5 miles.£88From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Wooler, EnglandWith breath-taking views from the arch windows and fabulous attention to detail throughout, this truly is a wonderful countryside retreat for families, friends, or couples to enjoy some relaxation together, spending time within an area of tranquillity but close enough to all amenities. Haybale Barn is set on a small new development of converted farm buildings and has plenty of cosy seating, high open beamed ceilings, and a large dining table to gather after cooking in the well-equipped kitchen. Downstairs you will find two double bedrooms with outstanding views, one of which has an en-suite walk-in shower room. Head upstairs where there are a further two well-presented bedrooms, comprising of a king size bedroom with another en-suite walk-in shower room, and a triple bedroom, each promising a delightful space to wake up to each morning. Upstairs is the main family bathroom with a modern bath and overhead rain shower. Head outside to the garden with outstanding uninterrupted views over the Cheviot Hills, a truly idyllic sun trap. Enjoy some al-fresco dining whilst watching the sunset – a view you will never forget!
Head into Chatton: a gorgeous country village nestled in the pretty Northumbrian Valley, bordered by the Cheviots. The local hotel and restaurant serving excellent food, a well-stocked village store and Chatton art gallery compliment the quaint village atmosphere. Keen walkers are sure to be impressed by St Cuthberts Way, a 100-kilometre long-distance trail between the Scottish Borders town of Melrose and Lindisfarne off the coast of Northumberland, named after a 7th-century saint. The nearby town of Wooler is set along the last leg of the journey, so you needn’t traverse the full length. Wooler itself is just under 4 miles away and features a good range of shops, pubs, restaurants, and facilities. If you fancy something exciting, why not visit Chillingham Castle, only a short drive away, and book onto one of their ghost tours! Why not try something a little different? Discover your inner country-self and try clay pigeon shooting at Fowberry Moor Farm in Wooler, where they also offer wine tasting!
A 20-minute drive brings you to the popular village of Bamburgh a stunningly attractive small village set on the northern stretch of the Northumberland Coast. It is without doubt dominated by its magnificently striking castle that can be seen for miles around. Why not hit the waves yourself with a trip to the Farne Islands? Take a boat trip from Seahouses and see the Medieval Pele Tower and Victorian Lighthouse, as well as the famous seabird colony. Depending on the time of year, you might catch a glimpse of the friendly seals and puffins that visit the islands’ shores. Golfers flock to Bamburgh, where the Bamburgh Castle Golf Club offers a particularly picturesque round. It’s short but tough and boasts some of the best views in the country! Haybale Barn is an ideal base for exploring the moors and coastline in this diverse friendly county where you will be sure of a really warm Northumbrian welcome. Beach 9¾ miles.£151From price per night based on 7 night stay
- 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.£80From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Beadnell, EnglandDriftwood Cottage is idyllically situated only a stone’s throw from the gorgeous sandy beach of Newton-by-the-Sea. With four steps up to the entrance, this semi-detached barn conversion is conveniently all on one level. The open plan living area is a bright and airy space to relax. With three double bedrooms and a bathroom this immaculately presented property is suitable for the gathering of families and friends alike.
A pub renowned for serving excellent food is available in the village. Embleton is only a couple of miles south where there are more pubs, a village shop and its own stretch of golden sands. Heading 4 miles north is the popular holiday village of Beadnell where its golden sweeping sands are popular with water sport enthusiasts, offering wind surfing, diving and sea kayaking. The traditional fishing port of Seahouses is a short drive up the coastline, where boat trips to the nearby Farne Islands, famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony, depart regularly from its harbour.
Take time to visit the picturesque village of Bamburgh where its dramatic castle is an impressive visitor attraction. A few miles inland is the historic market town of Alnwick where its own castle is the home to the Duke of Northumberland. There is a wider array of facilities in the town, including a quirky bookshop, along with Alnwick Garden, which are well worth a visit. Beach 300 yards. Shop 20 mile, pub and restaurant ½ mile.£103From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Alnmouth, EnglandSet in the heart of Alnmouth this perfectly located holiday cottage is cosy and welcoming. t has a shower room which has been fitted with a Grohe walk-in shower, vanity unit and limestone tiles.
Explore the heritage coastline with coastal walks starting in the village or visit Alnwick with its majestic castle and one of the biggest water gardens in Europe, 7 miles away. Amble harbour and marina are 5 miles, whilst Bamburgh Castle, Dunstanburgh Castle and Seahouses are around a 30-minute drive away. Boat trips to the Farne Islands leave from Seahouses to see the puffins and seals, or you can take a trip to Holy Island when the tide is out by driving over the causeway. Beach and golf course 2 minutes’ walk. There is on road parking, and you can sometimes manage to park opposite the cottage where there is space for three cars. Delicatessen, post office, shop and pubs, cafés and restaurants 25 yards.£94From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Seahouses, EnglandPositioned in the heart of the oldest part of this fishing village, this attractive stone holiday cottage boasts sea views from the living room and kitchen, and is only a few minutes’ walk from the bustling harbour with boat trips to the Farne Islands, with its bird sanctuaries and seal colony. Bamburgh, with its majestic castle and sandy beach, is 3 miles away. However, there are an array of pubs, restaurants and shops 275 yards away.£86From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Beadnell, EnglandTern Point is a ground floor apartment nestled within a modern development and situated within easy walking distance of Beadnell Bay’s golden sandy beach. The apartment enjoys a bright and airy ambience and is immaculately presented throughout. It makes an excellent choice for couples or a small family seeking smart coastal accommodation. Beadnell is a popular holiday destination with local facilities including a village shop and a family friendly pub serving good food. For watersports enthusiasts there is sailing, sea kayaking, wind surfing and scuba diving available. Beadnell Bay can truly be described as the jewel in Northumberland’s seaside crown. Enjoy a romantic barefoot stroll in the sand whilst listening to the waves lap against the shoreline and inhale the invigorating sea air.
The traditional fishing port of Seahouses is just 2 miles up the coastline. You can take a boat trip to the nearby Farne Islands, famous for its bird sanctuaries and seal colony. There are also several charming tea rooms, quaint pubs and shops. Horse riding, fishing and golf on the links close by are only a sample of the many activities available in this popular location. A further 3 miles up the coastline is the picturesque village of Bamburgh, which lies snuggled in the shadow of its majestic fortress. Just a few miles inland is the bustling market town of Alnwick, with its dramatic castle and film location for Harry Potter’s Hogwarts Academy. Visitors will enjoy a trip to Alnwick Garden, a spectacular interpretation of a formal garden including the Grand Cascade waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe. Beach 300 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 800 yards.£89From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Morpeth, EnglandA substantial property nestled in the village of Cresswell, on the North Sea coast. Enclosed courtyard. Pet-friendly. Ideal for families. Newbiggin-by-the-Sea 5.4 miles; Ashington 6.1 miles.£95From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Seahouses, EnglandClaremont is a deceptively spacious cottage bursting with character and period features. Fully renovated in 2020 to a high standard, natural traditional materials have been used whilst updating the cottage for comfortable modern living. Situated opposite St Paul’s Church in the old village centre of North Sunderland, now part of Seahouses, a mile from Seahouses North Beach. The cottage is set back from the road and enjoys a very quiet and secluded location, yet the bustling harbour and seafront are just ten minute’s walk away. This cottage features exposed stone walls and beams in most rooms and is packed with original features. The exposed wooden lintels are derived from ship’s timbers and the original 200-year-old wood floors upstairs have been restored and sanded. The lighting is mounted in exposed steel conduit with Edison-style bulbs. Downstairs the floors are limestone flags throughout. The kitchen has a wide range of newly installed high gloss kitchen units, granite worktops and a vaulted ceiling. The living room has an exposed stone fireplace with a wood burner (all logs for the week included) and an open feature staircase. Upstairs there are two generously sized bedrooms both with kingsize beds. Unusually, the first bedroom is part of an impressive suite of three rooms comprising a bedroom, shower room and a spacious vaulted sitting room, only accessible to the occupants of bedroom 1. Both shower rooms are newly fitted with a walk-in shower. The sitting room over the archway has an electric log-effect stove. The bedding is crisp Egyptian cotton from The White Company with new Sleepeze pocket-sprung mattresses. The accommodation is immaculately presented with an eclectic mix of both old and new furniture selected to suit the character of the property.
This luxury property is ideal for couples seeking superior accommodation. The amenities within Seahouses include tearooms, restaurants, pubs and shops. Boat trips to the Farne Islands run from the harbour, the islands are famous for their nesting seabirds and grey seal colonies. Horse riding, a links golf course, kayak and surfboard hire, windsurfing, mountain and road cycling are all available nearby as well as coast and country walks in this outdoor playground.
Claremont is perfectly located to explore the Heritage coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural beauty. The picture postcard village of Bamburgh, protected by its fortress, is a lovely walk from Seahouses along the top of St Aidan’s dunes and onto golden sandy beaches. Just beyond Bamburgh is Budle Bay, where at low tide a vast expanse of mud flats is the home to countless thousands of sea and land birds making this bird sanctuary a haven for bird watchers. The market town of Alnwick with its castle offers many facilities. Alnwick Garden is a popular visitor attraction with its grand cascade waterfall and restaurant within the largest tree house in Europe! If Claremont is not available, try the owner’s adjacent property Rodney (UK32280), comparable in size, style and quality. These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.£122From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Seahouses, EnglandCaptain’s Rest is an exceptional property located a stones throw from the beach and harbour at Seahouses. This delightful holiday home has been finished to a high standard, offering a sense of luxury to a group getaway; Captain’s Rest is ideal for a family gathering to enjoy Northumberland’s coastlines. The accommodation is spacious yet comfortable for all to enjoy with the master suite located in the separate annex across the garden. Externally there is parking for two cars and to the rear of the property there’s a large enclosed garden both lawned and paved making this a very enjoyable space. When you are ready to start your Northumberland adventure, you will not be disappointed with Seahouses, it is home to an array of amenities including some fantastic restaurants, cafés, and shops. There are also a range of exciting activities such as horse riding at the nearby stables, a round of golf at the towns 18-hole course or hit the waves and take part in some adrenaline pumping water sports.
Take a boat trip to the nearby Farne Islands, home to an abundance of quirky wildlife, including puffins and seals, and if you’re lucky, you might even catch sight of the dolphins as they play in the water. Lace up your walking boots and follow the Northumberland Coast Path to explore the hidden gems of the fabulous coastline, recognized as an area of outstanding natural beauty, boasting panoramic views across the water as you pass sweeping beaches, rocky headland, quaint seaside towns and dramatic ruined castles. Further inland is the delightful market town of Alnwick, home to Alnwick Castle, famously known as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from Harry Potter; take a scenic stroll through the towns beautifully maintained formal gardens or explore the fascinating history on display at Bailiffgate Museum. Wherever your adventure takes you, be sure to start it from the luxury comforts of Captain’s Rest. Beach 1 mile.£115From price per night based on 7 night stay