Dog-Friendly Holidays Suffolk
Explore the enchanting landscapes of Suffolk, where a vast coastline, picturesque countryside, and charming villages set the stage for an idyllic dog-friendly getaway. Whether you choose to wander the streets of Ipswich, delve into the rich history of Bury St Edmunds, or stroll along the pristine beaches, you and your four-legged companion are in for an unforgettable experience.
Ipswich, EnglandDeben Barn is the perfect Suffolk hideaway for two (and up to three dogs!) - you’ll have everything you’ll need for a restful and relaxing break.£127From price per night based on 7 night stay
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Kessingland, EnglandThis is a very special place! Set on the edge of the Suffolk heritage coastline near the ‘secret’ beach of Covehithe, this detached house is surrounded by blue skies, views of fields, woodlands, and nature reserves. The perfect retreat for larger families and groups looking for relaxation, fun and adventures. It is also close to Southwold and has easy access out into the surrounding towns and villages of Suffolk. Within walking distance is the village of Wrentham, with a village shop, pubs and superb café/deli, ideal for getting breakfast.
This country house has spacious accommodation with every care taken to present an exceptional holiday experience. It has large sociable areas, a warm snug with a wood burner for winter cosiness and some downstairs accommodation for those with mobility restrictions. It also has a huge swim-spa and beautiful gardens to enjoy. There is a porch with useful storage leading to the open plan living room, dining area and kitchen. The living area has comfortable seating here for everyone as well as benefitting from a Smart TV and huge bi-fold doors that lead out to the garden and spa. The dining area is complete with dining table and chairs for eleven guests, and the kitchen is equipped with everything you may need to rustle up a homely meal. Downstairs is a snug which can be used as a bedroom (includes mattress topper. wardrobe and blackout curtains) with a Smart TV, and there is also a downstairs bathroom with a big Jacuzzi bath and large rainfall shower. Upstairs are four bedrooms all with wonderful field and woodland views. Outside, make use of the bubbling swim pool/spa with seated jacuzzi area, jets and swim against ’pool’ area, there is a dry ’dome’ to dry off in with towel dryer and warm towels.
When you book will be in touch to help you organise any special requirements such as cocktail mixer to visit, catering including private chef, graze boards, afternoon teas or breakfasts delivered, party decorations or flowers, and bike hire.
Country walks are available all around, and the sea is only a walk or short bike ride away. The Suffolk heritage coastline has fabulous beaches to enjoy. Explore Southwold, a fantastic seaside town with pier, historic lighthouse and high street lined with independent shops and boutiques. RSPB Minsmere and Dunwich heath, offering opportunities for spotting birds and connecting with wildlife, with excellent walks available. For great days out visit Snape Maltings, Framlingham Castle, Halesworth Museum, Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens and Easton Farm Park. Vibrant market town of Beccles boasts independent boutiques and chain shops, with an excellent collection of eateries, including fine dining to many cafés serving home-made cakes and savouries to delight many palates. The weekly market is excellent for all things local, and there is an open air heated outdoor swimming pool, popular with many local swimmers and gateway to the Famous Norfolk Broads National Park. Beach 1½ mile. Pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£300From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lowestoft, EnglandCorton lies just north of Lowestoft, the most easterly point of the UK. Beachwood is set amongst a secluded woodland setting and has frontline sea views. It is also considered to be the one with the most private, quiet and secluded settings. The photographs of the interiors speak for themselves. The kitchen is well equipped according to our many extremely satisfied guests to date. Tea coffee and milk is provided so guests don’t arrive late and find they can’t make a hot drink. The huge decking stretches to the cliff edge with views onto the award-winning beach. Stunning sunrises each morning which, should you so wish, can be watched while you relax in the hot tub! At night it lights up via a button. String lights have now been installed which are on a timer, which creates a wonderful evening ambience. The beach is never busy which makes for relaxing walks in both summer and winter and is accessed via a lovely short walk through the woods. It is also a dog friendly beach year-round. There are no shops or plastic swings and slides at Ocean Glade. It is very peaceful, and the grounds are beautifully maintained. There is a pub a 10-minute walk into the centre of the village which serves food, plus a small shop which also sells newspapers and a Chinese takeaway that only takes cash. There is a shopping complex a few minutes’ drive away with plenty of free parking.
Beachwood is ideally located to explore both Suffolk and Norfolk. Visit the Norfolk Broads National Park, with its southern gateway, Oulton Broad, just a short drive away, with good restaurants and a wine bar. Lowestoft is an old-fashioned traditional town offering shopping, beaches, two piers with family entertainment and restaurants. The popular town of Southwold is about a 35-minute drive away. There is so much to do and see in the area and you would be advised to google your preferences for details etc. Far too much to write here!£136From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Church Rd, England
5.00Just 500 yards from the glorious sand duned beach at Kessingland, a traditional seaside village on the Suffolk Heritage Coast, is this superb, very spacious, detached holiday home. The house has the added addition of a private hot tub, large garden, its own cinema room with a 2½ metre screen and a games room, and is the ideal base for a family holiday or for friends to get together to relax and unwind. Only 4 miles away is the popular resort of Lowestoft, which offers traditional seaside entertainment, and children will love Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park, which is just a short drive away. Just down the road is Africa Alive, or visit the lovely seaside resort of Southwold, famous for Adnams Brewery, the pier and summer theatre. Dunwich Heath and Beach, RSPB Minsmere, Aldeburgh with its fishing boats and local seafood, and Snape Maltings Concert Hall are also easily accessible. Hire a boat on the glorious Norfolk Broads and watch the weekly speed boat racing on nearby Oulton Broad. The medieval city of Norwich, with its fine shopping, castle, cathedral and museums, is an easy drive. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.£254From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Colchester, England 4.00A charming, all-ground-floor annexe on the outskirts of the village of Alresford in Colchester. Pet-friendly. Hot Tub. Off-road parking. Colchester 6.5 miles; Clacton-on-Sea 9.7 miles.£87From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lowestoft, EnglandEvery member of the family has been considered at The Beech House. With its own outdoor heated swimming pool, hot tub and cinema there’s no reason to leave, but with a stunning beach less than half a mile away, you’ll need to peel yourself away to explore this superb area. This large detached property has spacious reception rooms for larger parties. The living room has comfortable seating for everyone to sit, relax and reminisce with a glass of wine. Patio doors open out on to the large enclosed garden where you will find the fenced outdoor pool and hot tub to relax in. The local area is packed with things to see and do including Pleasurewood Hills theme park just a 10-minute walk away, the southern entrance to the Norfolk Broads at Oulton Broad, 3 miles, Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach, 10 miles, and Somerleyton Hall with surrounding Fritton Woods, 4 miles. Beach 350 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 350 yards.£226From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Stowmarket, EnglandDoves Barn dates back to the 16th century and is a detached, Grade II listed barn, brimming with charm and character. Boasting original oak beams and timeless charm, yet perfectly mixed with modern day comforts. There is a vaulted ceiling criss-crossed with exposed beams in the living room, and the large inglenook with wood burner to provide the warmest of invites. There are eight bedrooms in total, including two galleried bedrooms. With plenty of space for guests to celebrate a special occasion, and yet still have the opportunity to enjoy the escape from everyday life pressures, and simply sit back and relax in the peaceful surroundings. Nestled within two acres of extensive grounds, Doves Barn offers spacious accommodation that is well furnished for comfort and enjoyment. Relax and enjoy your own eight person hot tub and a large courtyard garden with a choice of two patios, great for those al fresco dining opportunities. Whatever the season, Doves Barn will provide you and your guests with the warmest of welcomes.
This is a great location that is close to all the necessary amenities and an excellent base to explore the rolling countryside and unspoilt coastline. The area offers good bird watching, walking, and cycling opportunities. Needham Market is just 1 mile away, a pretty small town, rich with its historic roots in the wool industry. Bury St. Edmunds is 19 miles away and is a shoppers’ paradise with an abundance of shops in the picturesque medieval streets, and elegant Georgian squares along with award-winning restaurants, fantastic annual festivals, family entertainment, stunning parks, cafés and a Georgian theatre. Ipswich is 12 miles away with its town centre and pretty harbour. There are local train links to London and Bury St. Edmunds. Visit Suffolk’s stunning Heritage Coast which includes the popular seaside town of Aldeburgh with its great choice of eating establishments and shops, the intriguing village of Dunwich, a peaceful haven for wildlife with its beautiful heathland and the popular coastal town of Southwold, the home to Adnams Brewery, with pubs, galleries, shops, lighthouse and beach huts. Beach 29 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.£638From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lowestoft, EnglandA charming property located in Lowestoft, Suffolk. Enclosed garden. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Kessingland 2.9 miles; Great Yarmouth 13.3 miles.£268From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Bury St Edmunds, EnglandNewly renovated in 2020, this fantastic single storey holiday property is bright and modern and the two en-suite bedrooms will appeal to friends, couples and small family groups. Located in the small and picturesque village of Worlington, which gives easy access to Thetford Forest, Newmarket, Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds and slightly further afield Norwich which is 44 miles away. it’s ideally placed to make the most of your time away in West Suffolk. The Norfolk and Suffolk coasts can also be reached in just over an hour’s drive. There is an open-plan kitchen/dining/living area and contemporary furnishings throughout the property and it is fully equipped with everything needed for your perfect break away. The owner also offers dressing gowns, disposable slippers, toiletries and a generous welcome pack. The garden wraps around the property and has a patio area with outdoor furniture perfect for al-fresco dining. The six seater hot tub with its star gazer canopy is perfect for relaxing in after a day out exploring the sights. There is also a kennel outside for dogs.
Thetford Forest is a short drive away and encompasses some 47,000 acres of forestry. Here you’ll find great walks, cycle routes and nature trails to explore. It is also home to High Lodge and Go Ape. Take the time to visit the picturesque town of Bury St Edmunds with its famous abbey and great places to eat, drink and shop. The town also hosts a popular Christmas market in early December. National Trust properties nearby include Ickworth Park, Oxburgh Hall and Anglesey Abbey and Gardens. Newmarket is perfect for an exciting day at the races. The historical university city of Cambridge, and Ely with its 12th century cathedral are both worth a visit. Golf is available locally. Shop 1¾ miles, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£64From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Colchester, EnglandThis beautiful timber frame barn conversion is all on one level making a perfect holiday retreat for couples and small families. Perfect location to explore all the area has to offer including the wonderful coastline. St Osyth has its own wonderful sandy beach. The busting traditional seaside town of Clacton-on-Sea backed with an array of entertainment facilities including a pleasure pier, promenade, arcades, theatre, golf course, water sports and fabulous sandy beach. The main shopping area contains many of the more familiar national chains, independent boutiques as well as many eateries. A shoppers’ delight is Clacton Shopping Village with famous name brands at discounted prices.
Furnished to provide a warm welcome all year round. Boasting open plan accommodation offering contemporary design. The main double bedroom has a separated area with bunk beds, suited to children. The bathroom has roll top bath and walk in shower. To the rear is a private enclosed lawn garden.
This area is well regarded as Essex’s best kept secret having the interesting and popular small towns of Brightlingsea, Wivenhoe, Mersea, Frinton and Walton-on-the-Naze, all within ½ hours drive. The town of Colchester is close by, famous for its cobbled streets, castle and zoo, with a wide variety of shops, pubs and restaurants. Further afield are Ipswich, Chelmsford and Felixstowe. Many picturesque villages and Constable country are close by, with Dedham, Manningtree, Nayland, Lavenham and Long Melford to name but a few. Other local pastimes include golf and horse riding. Beach 5 miles.£59From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
