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.
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.£804From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Aldeburgh, EnglandYou will find Pebble Cottage just off the high street in the ever popular Aldeburgh. A traditional, terraced cottage with a contemporary finish, ideal for couples and small families. The open fire in the cosy living room makes Pebble Cottage perfect for romantic winter breaks with days walking the stunning Suffolk Heritage Coast, Aldeburgh Beach is only a 2-minute walk away. This is an old fisherman’s cottage with very steep stairs to the first floor leading to the master bedroom and a very small second bedroom. In the summer Aldeburgh is a hive of activity and a much sought after location. Its high street is filled with restaurants, pubs and shops. Along the promenade, fresh fish is sold from the beach huts that line the sandy stretch of beach - the iconic scallop shell sculpture standing proud in the centre, a tribute to Benjamin Britten, the composer famously affiliated with this beautiful part of the world. Surrounding Aldeburgh there is plenty to see and do and a short drive inland will bring you to Snape Maltings, the home of Aldeburgh Music. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there is a year round music programme. This unique location brings visitors outstanding concerts, events, cafés, galleries, river trips and much more. On road parking is available a short walk from the property. Alternatively, there is a church car park for short stays, overnight is not available unless agreed with the church in advance. Two small dogs allowed. Beach 200 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lowestoft, EnglandSituated on the cliffs above Corton beach, Ocean Retreat Lodge is a stunning detached lodge for those looking to escape it all and head to the coast. With floor to ceiling windows and patio doors opening out onto your private wrap around verandah, Ocean Retreat Lodge has uninterrupted views of the beautiful sea, right on your doorstep. Inside, the calming décor and open plan living space is ideal for those looking to recharge and unwind. The owners have also thoughtfully provided a hairdryer for additional convenience and comfort.
Ocean Retreat Lodge can be found in a private development in the village of Corton, near Lowestoft, in Suffolk. It is the most easterly point in the UK and offers award winning beaches, breathtaking sunrises and is the perfect location from which to explore all this area has to offer. Oulton Broad is a short drive away, the southern gateway to the Norfolk Broads National Park. Surrounded by restaurants and pubs, it is an excellent location for night life and al fresco dining. With two piers in Lowestoft, classic arcade games and traditional fish and chips, you can enjoy the British seaside experience. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£129From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lowestoft, EnglandDriftwood is a semi-detached, single-storey property in the ever popular village of Pakefield, and close to the most easterly point in England. The property is beautifully renovated throughout with luxurious touches and traditional features. The open plan living space is filled with natural light from the east facing patio doors and modern sky light, and the wet room is an excellent addition for less mobile guests, but also for families.
Pakefield beach is a short walk away which is popular all year round for its sand dunes, clear water and dog friendliness. Also close by is a fantastic, independent pub along with excellent restaurants and shops.
From Driftwood you are ideally located to enjoy all the Suffolk Heritage Coast has to offer, including Southwold, Aldeburgh, RSPB Minsmere, Lowestoft and the Norfolk Broads National Park. Beach 200 yards. Shop pub and restaurant ½ mile.£85From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kessingland, EnglandMerchant House is a stunning detached property in the ever popular village of Kessingland on the Suffolk Heritage Coast. The owners have lovingly built this property with accommodation over three floors. It enjoys a large open plan kitchen/dining room with bi-folding doors spanning the length of the light and airy space. The cosy living room at the front of the property is perfect for relaxing with a film or two. With two en-suites and a family bathroom, families, friends and groups will enjoy their stay at Merchant House.
The property is ideally located for the fabulous beach at Kessingland, but equally for the local shops, excellent pubs and the fantastic Africa Alive Animal Park. All within walking distance! Guests are urged to make sure they don’t miss the incredible sun rises and to use the beach equipment including wind breaks, picnic baskets and spades. Located between Southwold and Lowestoft, there is much to do including the Norfolk Broads National Park, RSPB Minsmere, the lost village of Dunwich, coastal walks and countryside rambles. Beach 500 yards. Shop 700 yards, pub and restaurant 500 yards.£166From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Mellis, EnglandEnjoying peaceful countryside views near the Norfolk/Suffolk borders, this detached, thatched cottage dates back over 300 years. The cottage has been in the owner’s family for many generations and has been lovingly renovated to provide all modern conveniences whilst retaining exposed beams, timber floors and fireplaces.
A warm welcome is assured all year round with open fires in the living room and farmhouse kitchen. A perfectly secluded holiday retreat on a working arable farm, with a large, enclosed garden. An ideal touring base, the beautiful Suffolk Heritage Coast and Norfolk Broads are within an easy drive.
The nearby historic market towns of Eye and Diss have an interesting range of shops and restaurants, Diss also has a swimming pool and direct rail links to London. Bury St Edmunds and the vibrant city of Norwich can be reached in less than an hour. Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile.£75From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Colchester, EnglandLive the seaside life at Curlew. Standing on the sea wall, this stunning holiday house overlooks the beach with amazing uninterrupted 180 degrees estuary views that are simply breath-taking whether it’s summer or winter. Perfectly sized for the larger family, generations, or two family get togethers. Specially designed to be a tranquil escape and take full advantage of the amazing sea views, sun, and wildlife, this is a truly unique property set immediately alongside the beach. This super location offers winter peace and summer fun to enjoy and relax at the seaside.
This modern beach-themed three storey property is fully equipped and very comfortably furnished for your full enjoyment. Excellent coastal walking can be enjoyed from the doorstep, and there is an abundance of bird life and nearby nature reserves, so be sure to bring your binoculars. The beach is 5 yards away so beach exploring, tidal swimming and crabbing is outside the door. Paddle-boarding and kayak on request.Windsurfing, kite-surfing, dinghy sailing, canoeing and sea fishing can be enjoyed from the beach (equipment not provided). Be prepared to drive out for trips and other amenities in local towns.
The Colne Estuary offers further fishing and boating opportunities. Check out Brightlingsea Harbour. There is a great watersports park at St Osyth, a 2-mile drive away. This area is well regarded as Essex’s ‘best kept secret’, with the popular coastal towns of Brightlingsea, Wivenhoe, Mersea, Clacton, Frinton and Walton-on-the-Naze, all within half an hour’s drive. There is a foot ferry (summer months) to Mersea Island to Brightlingsea to enjoy the promenade, lido and fish and chips. The town of Colchester is close by, famous for its cobbled streets, castle and world renowned zoo, with a wide variety of shops, pubs and restaurants. Further afield are Ipswich, Chelmsford and Felixstowe. Many picturesque villages and the Constable Country are close by - Dedham, Flatford Mill and Manningtree within ½ hour and, Nayland, Lavenham and Long Melford to name but a few. Other local pastimes include golf.
Pub, takeaway and cafe 150 yards, shop ½ mile walk with further pubs, takeaways and shops at St Osyth village, an easy 2 mile drive.£146From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Lowestoft, EnglandThese superb, detached holiday lodges (refs UK37733 and UK37734) are situated on the cliff top in Corton near Lowestoft. The lodges are surrounded by woodland, yet just a few footsteps away you can enjoy the most breathtaking sea views out along the Suffolk Heritage Coast.
2 Ocean Glade (ref UK37733) has a comfortable open-plan living area which offers ample space for everyone to relax of an evening. The two large bedrooms offer maximum comfort after a day of exploring Suffolk and Norfolk. Outside, the private verandah offers comfortable seating and is ideal for the whole family to gather outside and have a barbecue. 10 Ocean Glade (ref UK37734) boasts a spacious open plan living space where you can watch the sunrise directly through the large patio doors.
Corton is a charming village near Lowestoft in Suffolk, the most easterly point in the UK. With numerous walking trails nearby, this location is especially popular with those who like to spend time in nature. Ideally located for a coastal holiday, this area offers award-winning beaches and is also famous for its spectacular sunrises. Lowestoft has two popular piers, one holds classic seaside entertainment and the other has an all year round restaurant with wonderful views of Lowestoft’s beautiful sandy beach. Inland, you are on the doorstep of the southern gateway to the Norfolk Broads National Park and Oulton Broad. Fishing and golf are also available nearby. Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant within 2 miles.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
