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.
Eye, EnglandThe Little Barn is a detached property having its own private, enclosed lawned garden. Located on the edge of the award winning village of Hoxne, you can enjoy a beautiful holiday setting where time seems to stand still as you allow yourself to unwind and let go of any worries or stresses. Take this opportunity to disconnect from the fast-paced world and immerse yourself in this harmonious place. Styled for comfort, it offers an open plan concept layout to maximise space and create a seamless flow between rooms, imparting a sense of airiness which provides a calming and inviting atmosphere. The windows allow natural light to flood in and provide connection to the picturesque countryside.
The Little Barn nestles in the owners’ grounds (who are on hand and happy to assist) but retains privacy. To the rear of the barn is a small woodland with a walkway and a small basketball court with hoop for endless entertainment and opportunities for skill development.
The village of Hoxne, 5 minutes’ drive (2 miles) has a pub with restaurant, a village post office, deli and shop. Country walks are available all around and 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 offer opportunities for spotting birds and connecting with wildlife, with excellent walks available. For a quieter sandy beach, head to Covehithe, and for great days out, visit Snape Maltings, Framlingham Castle, Eye Castle, Halesworth Museum, Yoxford Antiques Centre and Gardens and Easton Farm Park.
The vibrant market towns of Bungay and Beccles boast independent boutiques and chain shops and the weekly market is excellent for all things local. At Beccles there is an open air heated outdoor swimming pool, popular with many local swimmers and gateway to the famous Norfolk Broads National Park. The surrounding area offers an excellent collection of eateries, including fine dining to many cafés serving home-made cakes and savouries to delight many palates. Beach 28 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£73From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Botesdale, England
5.00Set in the owners’ 7-acres of grounds and surrounded by farmland, these two detached barn conversions stand adjacent to one another. The Old Stables has its own enclosed garden, and its own private hot tub, with delightful open countryside views and has been well-furnished to provide a perfect holiday home at any time of year. Burfields Barn has en-suite bathrooms to all bedrooms, a wealth of exposed beams and the wood burner in the open-plan living/dining room/kitchen ensures a warm welcome all year round. Burfields Barn also benefits from a private indoor heated pool and games room. Outside, there is a large enclosed courtyard for al fresco dining and shared use of 7-acres of grounds for guests to enjoy. Catering is also available by prior arrangement with the owner.
The properties provide an excellent base for walking, cycling or bird watching, but are conveniently situated to explore the delightful market towns and villages of Suffolk. Stowmarket, 10 miles, is home to the Museum of East Anglian Life, has a wide range of shops and restaurants and direct train links to London Liverpool Street Station. Bury St Edmunds with its cathedral, abbey grounds and Georgian theatre, the market town of Diss and the county towns of Ipswich, Norwich and Colchester are all within easy reach. Slightly further afield are the unspoilt delights of the Suffolk Heritage Coast, including Aldeburgh, Dunwich, Walberswick, Southwold and the ancient burial ground at Sutton Hoo (National Trust). Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles. Burfields Barn (ref 29880) and The Old Stables (ref W44247) can be booked together to accommodate up to 15 guests. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£374From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Rumburgh, EnglandSet in the village of Rumburgh close to the Suffolk Heritage Coast, Wheelwright’s Cottage makes an ideal holiday retreat. Adjoining the owners’ property, the light and airy cottage has been furnished to a very good standard with original features retained. Visitors have their own garden but can also enjoy walks in the village, exploring the many local footpaths. There is a small shop, open May to October, selling local produce. Guests can visit Southwold with its pier and lighthouse and Walberswick. Minsmere (RSPB), Dunwich and Aldeburgh, well known for its music festival, are nearby. Norwich and The Broads are also within easy reach. Shops 4 miles, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£45From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Cratfield, EnglandSet on a quiet country lane, this stunning, detached, Grade II listed barn conversion is perfect for a relaxing family holiday or celebration. Steeped in character with a wealth of beams, the spacious dining room has a vaulted ceiling and bi-folding doors, opening onto decking and an enclosed garden with views over open countryside. There is a large kitchen, a TV snug, a second living room and a games room. Guests can enjoy exploring 4 acres of grounds including a small orchard. Situated just a few minutes drive from the well served village of Laxfield, Rose Farm Barn is conveniently located for exploring the Suffolk coast and countryside. The nearby historic market towns of Framlingham and Halesworth have a range of interesting shops, restaurants and cafés, all housed in buildings of many ages. Framlingham also has a 12th century castle, a splendid example of Norman architecture. Aldeburgh, famous for its fish and chips and links with Benjamin Britten, and Southwold with its pier and colourful beach huts, Snape Maltings concert hall, Orford and the RSPB reserve at Minsmere, are all within easy reach. Travelling inland, guests can enjoy the ancient burial ground at Sutton Hoo (NT) and the riverside market town of Woodbridge, with its swimming pool and independent cinema. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.£208From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Saxmundham, EnglandSet in a quiet country lane this stunning detached listed barn conversion, adjacent to a property which is occasionally used by the owner, is perfect for a relaxing family holiday or celebration. Steeped in character with beams, the spacious barn has a vaulted ceiling, an oak floor and a wall of glass doors opening onto a large lawned garden with views over open countryside. There is also a small orchard and an enclosed terrace which is perfect for al fresco dining. With 3 bedroom suites plus one double bedroom in the cowshed and a small double sofa bed in the barn gallery, it is ideal for families, all with TVs there is room to spread out. Just a few minutes’ drive away is the historic market town of Framlingham, which has a range of interesting shops, restaurants and cafés, all housed in buildings of many ages, there is also a 12th century castle, a splendid example of Norman architecture. Conveniently placed to explore the delights of Suffolk, in one direction are the charming coastal towns of Aldeburgh, famous for its fish and chips and links with Benjamin Britten and Southwold, famous for its pier and colourful beach huts, Snape Maltings concert hall, Orford and the RSPB reserve at Minsmere. Whilst in the other direction visitors can enjoy the riverside market town of Woodbridge with a swimming pool and independent cinema, the ancient burial ground at Sutton Hoo (NT) and the Victorian seaside resort of Felixstowe. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Please note that the Barn and Cowshed are one building, but for the purposes of description are described separately.£218From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Halesworth, EnglandA stunning collection of beautiful barns set deep in the Suffolk countryside. Each Barn has its own individual layout and offers luxury and comfort. Lovingly restored you can walk around the grounds or relax in comfort.
Wagtail (ref UK12449) is a beautiful property set over two floors with vaulted ceilings on the first floor living space. Meadow View (ref UK12450) is a semi-detached property overlooking a pond and set over two floors, it retains intriguing original features such as the fireplace and bread oven. Swallow (ref UK12451) is a single level property with an open plan living area, tall ceilings and modern décor that are perfect for a small family. Tawny (ref UK12452) is all one level and is ideal for a small family, with its open plan layout it’s the best place to relax and unwind. Nightingale (ref UK12453) is a unique barn conversion with ground floor bedrooms and living space on the first floor and a balcony with uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside. Avocet (ref UK12454) is a real treat, a semi-detached barn conversion with three bedrooms all en-suite and one friendly for the less mobile. Napier (ref UK12455) sleeping eight people with four bathrooms, is perfect for groups of friends who wish to escape to the country. Dragonfly (ref UK12456) is a beautiful renovated, semi-detached farmhouse with underfloor heating throughout, ensuring the perfect all year round retreat.
On-site you have access to an impressive cinema room, a vintage style games room, a sauna and a gym completes your impressive amenities. The on-site owners are always around to help you with your stay and make recommendations of places to go, thay can also organise lots of little extras such a beauty treatments, special birthday surprise or simply that something extra to make your stay just perfect!
Located close to the market town of Halesworth, you will find an array of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. As a market town there is always plenty going on! You are also extremely well placed to visit the Suffolk heritage coast with its long sandy beaches, promenade and award winning fish and chips. Beach 14½ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.£127From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ipswich, EnglandSituated in the beautiful countryside of Suffolk, this detached former farmhouse is within walking distance to Alton Water, which is spread over 400 acres. The area is perfect for cyclists and walkers to explore the countryside and wildlife. Guests who enjoy water sports can visit the Alton Water Visitor Centre where you will also find a children’s play area, mini golf, café and picnic site. Guests are welcome to bring 2 dogs and the owner thoughtfully provides a a welcome basket, dog beds and a purpose built outdoor kennel with an indoor area so they can be left in a comfortable environment.
For those wanting to venture in to the local town of Ipswich, there are plenty of historic sites to see, or simply shop and stop for a coffee and watch the world go by. The beach is approximately 13 miles from the property and is ideal for a family day out. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.£91From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Stowmarket, EnglandBlackberry Cottage offers the perfect retreat for couples seeking somewhere lovely to relax and unwind. This charming semi-detached cottage boasts a light and spacious open plan living space, alongside a comfortable double bedroom snuggled within the eaves.
The nearby market town of Stowmarket has lots of great places to eat, drink and shop and is also home to the Museum of East Anglian Life, which is well worth a visit. Venture a little further however and you will find that you are in the perfect position to explore Suffolk, or alternatively hop on a train to the medieval city of Norwich, bursting with interesting spots to visit and sure to impress the history buff in the family. The much celebrated and photographed villages of Lavenham and Long Melford are close by, as are Ipswich, with its picturesque quay, Bury St Edmunds, with its famous abbey and amazing Christmas market, and Newmarket, where you can enjoy horse races and more.
Nature lovers should take the time to visit Thetford Forest, where the more adventurous can also experience Go Ape. Coastal lovers can explore the Suffolk Heritage Coast, starting with Aldeburgh and then traveling to Southwold with its pier and painted beach huts. After a busy day, you can return to Blackberry Cottage where you can be sure of a good night’s sleep.£44From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Southwold, EnglandHarbour Lodge is a stunning property in Walberswick village, set in an enviable position overlooking the coastal waterways just outside Southwold. This large, detached property set over two floors has a superb finish. Harbour Lodge has a double garage with an en-suite room above. The spacious living room is ideal for a family get together and the enclosed garden is perfect for balmy summer evenings. In the garden you will find a private hot tub in which to sit back and relax. You are within walking distance of a thriving area with restaurants, pubs and shops, with easy access to the Norfolk Broads National Park. Nearby Southwold has great beaches and the Suffolk Heritage coast is brimming with pretty coastal villages such as Dunwich and Aldeburgh, all within driving distance. Here you will find culture, heritage, and history along with excellent shopping, restaurant and pubs. Beach 1 mile. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£391From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Colchester, EnglandThis bright and spacious property offers the perfect place for a family holiday or a retreat with friends. The six bedrooms have flexibility with their zip and link beds and sleep up to twelve people. The bedrooms are extremely spacious, some are on the ground floor and ideal for those less mobile and doors that access the garden. The upstairs bedrooms have balconies with stunning sea views, perfect for sitting out with your morning coffee. The spacious kitchen family room is ideal for cooking up a feast to be enjoyed at the large dining room table. The living room is on the first floor and makes the most of the stunning sea views and is the perfect place to cosy up in front of the wood burner on a cold wet day.
Where better to spend your days than outside in the large garden which is laid to lawn with a children’s play area, hot tub with bluetooth speakers and LED lights, and patio area. At the end of the garden is your own personal beach, no need to pack the car and travel, just stroll down to quiet the sandy beach.
If you can tear yourself away from Rydal, St Osyth is a short distance, here you will find pubs, restaurants and the famous St Osyth Priory. There is the Curve watersports centre offering paddle boarding, wakeboarding, kayaking and an aqua park and if you are a novice, you can book lessons. If you are looking for something to keep the children amused then Clacton and Walton are only 15 minutes away, here you will find amusements, arcades, shops and for a bit of retail therapy the Clacton Shopping Village. A visit to Colchester is a must, here you will find the castle and museum, Colchester Zoo, First Site, Mercury theatre and an array of shops and restaurants.
If you fancy a day out in London, shopping or taking in a show then jump on a train and you will be there in less than an hour. If you fancy a bit of pampering, then there is a spa near Thorpe-le-Soken and for the golfers amongst you then you have the pick of golf courses. All in all, Rydal is the perfect place to make cherished memories with family and friends.£358From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
