Dog-friendly Somerset

Situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park, Briddicott Farm Cottage is located close to the medieval village of Dunster, with its famous castle, deer park and mill. This cosy holiday cottage with a wood burner offers a real working farm experience, being located within a busy working farm on MHPF Estate. There are various pens and barns with cattle all around the cottage - glance out of the bedroom windows and watch sheep grazing on the rolling hills! In the lawned front garden, there is a sitting-out area – the ideal spot to enjoy al fresco dining or a drink on a balmy evening and enjoy distant views of the Somerset coast. There is superb walking with many footpaths leading to either the South West Coastal Path or the heathlands and forests of the Dunster woodland and Exmoor National Park. Other places to visit are the Victorian villages of Lynmouth and Lynton which are famous for the Watersmeet Gorge, National Trust, the Valley of the Rocks and the funicular cliff railway. The West Somerset Railway is great for steam train lovers! There are beaches at Porlock and Dunster. Shops, pubs and restaurants 3 miles.

Located within Exmoor National Park, an International Dark Sky Reserve perfect for stargazing, and with magnificent views down across the valley, Well Cottage offers a peaceful retreat from the world. The pretty enclosed garden area has a good-sized patio where guests can enjoy a drink whilst admiring the surroundings and there are plenty of walks from the holiday cottage. The stunning coastline between Minehead and Combe Martin is nearby, with its beaches and quiet coves. Shops 4 miles, pub 2 miles.

Set on the village edge in a delightful wooded valley with a lovely garden this semi-detached holiday cottage offers comfortable, value for money family accommodation. Accessed over a small wooden bridge across a stream, running through the neighbour’s grounds, it is ideally positioned for walking, riding and touring. Beautiful Exmoor with its sleepy villages, native ponies and red deer as well as the attractions of the coast, close to Minehead, Watchet Harbour and beach at Blue Anchor. Dunster Castle and village (NT) and the West Somerset Steam Railway are nearby. Shop ½ mile, pub ¼ mile.

Formerly part of the Hutton Court Estate, dating back to the Domesday Book, this holiday property is set in an AONB near to the owner’s home on the edge of the village. There are lovely rural views with woodland walks and wildlife, and the property is only 3 miles from the nearest beach at Weston-super-Mare. The Cider Barn (16608) enjoys its own built-in wine chiller.
Furnished, decorated and equipped to a very good standard and cleaned using only environmentally friendly products it an ideal base, with attractions at Weston-super-Mare and Brean, Wookey Hole, Cheddar with its famous caves and gorge, the beautiful cathedral city of Wells, Glastonbury and Bath. Golf nearby. Local Pub & Chinese Takeaway 3 mins walk away.

A charming two-bedroom cottage perched in Bleadon, Somerset. Near an AONB. Ground-floor bedroom. Dog-friendly. Weston-super-Mare 5 miles; Brean 7.3 miles; Glastonbury 18.2 miles; Bristol 23.2 miles

Remarkably presented throughout offering lavish coastal style living, this fabulous holiday home is perfect for getting together with friends, the family and your dogs. Situated in the popular Somerset coastal village of Brean, this property is a local landmark which is appropriately named and is a unique property of stunning architectural design, together with the hand carved stone features giving it a look of a Mediterranean-style castle.
It also offers uninterrupted views across the Bristol Channel as well as its very own private access on to the seven mile stretch of sandy beach which lies at the bottom of the garden. If you would like to bring the dog, you’ll be pleased to hear that Brean beach and many in the area welcome dogs all year round.
On arrival, enter through the private gates and take in the individuality of this unusual coastal beach house, which was fully refurbished in 2018. The entrance hall is the perfect place to leave your coats and shoes behind you as you enter this remarkable property. On your left is the first of the four bedrooms, which offers a double bed and views over the garden and out to sea.
Next door is the second of the four rooms, which is a bunk bedroom ideal for the little ones of the party. Heading down the hall and to your right is the light and airy living area, which offers extensive views to Brean Down and the Bleadon Hills.
Following on through the property are the remaining two bedrooms, both of which have a king size bed and en-suite shower rooms with toilet. Heading to the rear of the property you enter the delightful open-plan kitchen/dining room which offers seating for eight guests, perfect for enjoying supper as a family. Off the kitchen you will find the main bathroom, with a contemporary twist and which features a large freestanding bath, separate shower and WC.
The fully enclosed garden area enjoys 180 degree panoramic views across the Bristol Channel and Brean beach. Leading off the double French doors from the kitchen is a decked area offering seating for eight guests. To the rear of the garden is your very own barbecue lodge for all the family to enjoy.
The stretch of sand between popular tourist destination Burnham-on-Sea and Brean Down is the second longest in Europe, and includes eight beaches. It is a huge draw for beach lovers, and the many campsites and parks that serve it prove its popularity! There are ’kiss-me-quick’ style family amusement parks offering rides, seaside entertainment and eating places, as well as picturesque National Trust managed coastline at Brean Down offering peace, tranquillity and miles of trails away from the busy seaside resorts of Weston-Super-Mare and Burnham-On-Sea.
The local area offers a fun packed holiday for families, as well as the beaches of Burnham, Berrow and Brean offering a seaside sanctuary for those wishing to get away from it all.
The Castle is situated at the end of the strip on the headland known as Brean Down. Here you can experience the 360 degree views over the sea on one side, and across the Somerset Levels on the other where on a clear day you can see both Glastonbury Tor and the Mendip Hills. Wells, famous for its beautiful cathedral, boutique shops and restaurants, is within easy reach. Popular attractions nearby are Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole and Glastonbury Tor.

Nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills (England’s first designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), Bincombe Country Cottages are located outside the small hamlet of Over Stowey near Bridgwater in Somerset. The site comprises of four luxurious holiday homes newly built in 2021; two end terrace, three-bedroom properties and two mid-terrace two-bedroom properties. These exceptionally stylish terraced properties are ideally located for enjoying superb walking in the peaceful countryside of the Quantock Hills and they each showcase a private front and back garden with a hot tub, a balcony, underfloor heating throughout, free parking and reverse-style living making the most of the views of the north Somerset coast in the distance and you can even see Glastonbury Tor on the horizon on a clear day.

On entering Foxglove (UK34612), there are three beautifully furnished bedrooms on the ground floor; one of which has a zip and link super kingsize bed with an en-suite shower room and the other two each have kingsize beds and a family bathroom with a separate bathtub and a walk-in shower. Head upstairs to the spacious and contemporary open plan kitchen, living and dining area which has a light and airy feel with sweeping views stretching for miles as far as the eye can see. Doors open out onto the balcony which is a lovely area to socialise and to plan your days of adventures. The kitchen is well equipped with all the mod-cons and the dining area is a great space to enjoy a family meal. After a fun-filled day exploring Somerset, you can kick back on the plush sofa, relax and watch your favourite movie on the smart TV with freeview. Stepping outside into the enclosed garden, there is plenty of outdoor seating, a barbecue and a private hot tub. Guests can truly unwind here after a busy day exploring and walking the coastal paths.

The local village of Nether Stowey is one mile away, four miles away is the fossil hunting beach at Kilve, and the seaside resorts of Dunster, Burnham-on-Sea, Minehead and Watchet are all within easy reach. The lovely cathedral and Bishop’s Palace at Wells, Dunster Castle, the county town of Taunton, and Street with its Clarks Village shopping outlet, are a short drive as are the glories of Exmoor National Park. Here, as well as a spectacular coast, visitors will find Badgworthy Water (home to the legendary Doones), the unique cliff railway between Lynton and Lynmouth, Porlock Weir’s harbour, and popular beauty spot of Watersmeet. There is a wealth of opportunities to explore the outdoors from Higher Hockpitt Farm, offering visitors the best of the coast and countryside of Somerset and the surrounding area. Property 1 (UK34612) can be booked together with Property 2 (UK34614), Property 3 (UK34615) and Property 4 (UK34613) to accommodate up to 20 guests.

Situated in the highly sought-after village of Burnham Market, voted the best place to live in Norfolk, there is much to love about Downlands. Tucked away in a quiet side street but just footsteps from the high street with its array of cafés, bistros, shops and pubs, you really are close to lots of lovely places to eat and drink but secluded enough to be sure of a great night’s sleep.
Stylishly decorated and furnished throughout, this light and airy property is perfect for discerning guests who are looking for a high-end escape close to the stunning coastline. Boasting a living room with a cosy wood burner, French doors on to a beautiful mature garden and three double bedrooms, you are sure to enjoy your time in this well-equipped family home, which is the perfect place to relax, unwind and leave the every-day stresses behind. Venture out however and you will find yourself just a short drive from the pretty seaside town of Wells-next-the-Sea with its insta-opportunities galore. Sit at the beautiful quayside and watch the pretty little sailing boats bob on the tide. Explore Staithe Street with its quaint assortment of traditional seaside and artisan shops and cafés, or head to the wide sandy beach resplendent with painted beach huts.
Head east from here and enjoy a spot of crab lining at Blakeney or a stroll along Cromer Pier, or head west and enjoy Hunstanton with its stripey cliffs and host of family amusements including a Sea Life Centre. Make sure you allow lots of time for your journeys along the coast roads however as each village brings a new coastal habitat and somewhere new to eat or shop, so it may well take you a while to reach your destination!
History buffs should make time to visit the Holkham, Houghton and Sandringham Estates as well as visiting the Hanseatic Quarter of Old King’s Lynn. And nature lovers will be truly spoilt for choice too. Add in great walks and cycle routes, numerous golf courses and so much more and you will be sure to book a return visit to Downlands, just to fit it all in. Just lovely!

Situated just on the outside of the seaside town of Clevedon on the Severn Estuary of North Somerset, Dowlais Farm is a beautiful place for a peaceful retreat. Russet Barn is an ideal base for a relaxing break, family holiday or romantic getaway.
Clevedon is a beautiful seaside town located in the cider loving county of North Somerset. Hosting spectacular countryside, incredible wildlife, the world’s second largest tidal range and the only Grade I Listed Victorian pier in the country, there are many things to see and do in the local area. The open plan living space is lovely and light with its sky light and beamed ceiling, comfortable sofas, and Smart TV. Wonderful for enjoying your morning coffee whilst watching Netflix or sitting in front of the log burner in the evening. The well-equipped kitchen has all the supplies you need as well as a coffee machine with a couple of complimentary pods.
On the ground floor you will find the kingsize bedroom as well as the family bathroom; head up the stairs through the open plan living space to the twin bedroom with two single beds. The barns can sleep up to four guests with an additional sofa bed for a child in the living room. Escape to these barn conversions that have been lovingly restored by the current owners in 2022, where you can indulge in the comfort offered.
This is a great area for walking or cycling along the North Somerset coast. The properties are directly on the brand new ‘Pier to Pier’ cycle track (open 2023) and this will give the opportunity to cycle between the piers in Clevedon and Weston-Super-Mare. The properties are about 700 yards from Clevedon Golf Centre where adults and children are always welcome to play, no booking necessary. The wider garden is shared with the other cottage, and is enclosed when the gate is shut. Clevedon has a lovely little harbour as well as a beautiful sea front with views across to Wales. There is a seawater lake used for swimming all year round (£1 honesty box charge). Other water-based activities are available (paddle boarding, sailing etc.) There is also an arcade, as well as a good number of cafés and pubs along the seafront. You can also visit Ladye Bay, a lovely, secluded pebble beach bay, which is within walking distance. The busier Weston-Super-Mare is only 10 minutes down the motorway, or a little bit longer along the cycle path. There is the Grand Pier with lots of arcades as well as a sandy beach. You can also be in the city of Bristol within 30 minutes.
This property can be booked with Pippin (ref UK41837) to accommodate up to 8 guests.

Discerning guests will enjoy this stylish home, beautifully furnished and lovingly renovated by the owners, to create a peaceful and luxurious getaway for up to ten guests.
Ideally situated, Pierside Coastal Retreat is on one of the prettiest streets in historic Clevedon and just a stone’s throw from the sea. This spacious, terraced property boasts traditional Victorian features with a fresh and calm coastal feel.
Pierside Coastal Retreat is set over three floors. On the ground floor, you will find a comfortable living area where you can sit back, snuggle by the telly and warm your toes in front of the wood burner in the cooler months, a playroom/snug room where you will find another Smart TV, board games and toys to keep the children entertained, a downstairs toilet and the traditional yet modern kitchen diner with Range cooker and bi-fold doors leading to the beautiful enclosed garden.
The south-facing garden has a hand-built Portuguese BBQ and is ideal for sitting out with the family. Free on-street parking is available.
Upstairs, you will find five beautiful bedrooms (Four generous king size and one twin room with 1-2 single beds) and two recently renovated bathrooms, with a beautiful tub and rain shower.
The home caters perfectly for families and young children, with a travel cot, highchair, and plastic dishes/cutlery available, and bespoke wooden stair gates throughout. There is also a functional utility area found on the third floor.
Guests wishing to work remotely during their stay will benefit from two working stations, one with a sea view and the other cleverly built into the garden view bedroom.
Nature, serenity, and memorable experiences are on your doorstep. Guests will have several glorious coastal walks to choose from, including the scenic Poet’s Walk and secluded Ladye Bay beach. Guests will be spoiled for choice with a quality offering of independent shops, restaurants, and pubs in strolling distance. The well-known Marine Lake and Pier Beach are used for year-round swimming, with beautiful views across Wales. Other water-based activities are available, such as paddle boarding and sailing. Guests can borrow the homeowner’s "little red wagon and blanket" for beach picnics and memorable beachfront family barbeques!
Clevedon is conveniently situated just off the motorway, 10 minutes from the busier Weston-Super-Mare (also accessible via cycle path) and just 25 minutes from the vibrant city of Bristol.
A beautiful property and a memorable coastal experience, not to be missed.