Dog Friendly Cottages

Whatever your reason for visiting Dartmoor National Park, you will find a warm welcome at Wooder Manor where five fantastic holiday properties sleep between one and six people and are as popular with couples as they are with families. The cottages are along a private driveway that leads off a quiet country lane just a flat, half-mile walk from the village of Widecombe-in-the-Moor. Here you will find two excellent pubs (The Old Inn and the Rugglestone Inn) and two great cafes, one of which, the Cafe on the Green, has been in business for over 90 years. All of Dartmoor's best attractions are virtually on the doorstep whether you want to walk, horse ride, climb, mountain bike, or just make your way from pretty village to lovely town, tucking into fresh local produce at the wealth of cafes and pubs in the area. Wooder Manor's central location in the heart of Dartmoor National Park means you are never far from a fun-filled day out at places like Pennywell Farm, Buckfast Butterfly Farm, Hald

One of two self-catering cottages full of character ideally placed in the very heart of Coverdale in the Yorkshire Dales with extensive views. A great location for walking and cycling, the cottages are cosy all year round with a log burner and biomass heating system.  Both cottages offer metered electric vehicle charging sockets (type 2). Together the cottages can sleep groups of eight.

One of two self-catering cottages full of character ideally placed in the very heart of Coverdale in the Yorkshire Dales with extensive views. A great location for walking and cycling, the cottages are cosy all year round with a log burner and biomass heating system.  Both cottages offer metered electric vehicle charging sockets (type 2). Together the cottages can sleep groups of eight.

If you can't imagine a better time than a self-catering holiday in the Lake District, you'll love this Watermill Cottage in Ings. Recently refurbished and redecorated to a high standard with space for four people in two bedrooms, it's ten minutes from Windermere and Kendal and a stone's throw from the Windermere Brewery and Watermill Inn. Features include an enclosed garden, a balcony stretching the width of the cottage, and stunning Lake District views. The welcoming holiday home is ideal for couples, friends or families, including those with dogs. Non-resident breakfast can be ordered in the Pub at a cost of £16.00/person.

A picturesque thatched holiday retreat on the edge of the New Forest National Park providing a superb self-catering base for exploring the forest, and also the many attractions of the area including Winchester, the South Coast and Stonehenge. The county town of Fordingbridge with a good choice of shops and eateries is just half a mile away. It is just 25 mins from Peppa Pig World and 25 mins from beaches. Dogs are welcome (up to 2 in Wishing Well).  Late offers sometimes available  - see owners website for details - www.burgatefarmhouse.co.uk 

A pretty thatched self catering holiday cottage on the edge of the New Forest, providing very comfortable holiday accommodation and an ideal base for touring the area being just a few miles from world famous Stonehenge, Bournemouth and beaches. Just half a mile from Fordingbridge with a good choice of amenities close by. Just 25 mins to Peppa Pig World and 25 mins from beaches.  Dogs welcome (up to 3 in Little Thatch) - secure back garden/yard area leading off from the kitchen door.  Late offers sometimes available  - see owners website for details. www.burgatefarmhouse.co.uk  ..

An elegant Victorian villa in Robin Hood's Bay, Fernleigh is made for families, friends and gatherings. The house sleeps up to 10 adults plus 2 children, giving larger groups space to settle in, spread out and enjoy time together by the sea. Recently featured in Yorkshire Life magazine, Fernleigh was praised for its warm and welcoming entrance and its sense of being somewhere to return to. For the owners, whose family has holidayed in Robin Hood's Bay across five generations, the idea behind the house is simple: to create a place families want to come back to. There are six sleeping spaces in total: five adult bedrooms and a separate children's bunk room. The top floor includes a private family suite with a king size bedroom, a separate children's bunk room with full size bunk beds and its own private shower room. Fernleigh has five private shower rooms in total, all served by a full pressure hot water system for powerful showers, plus a separate downstairs WC. Fernleigh is one of the Bay's few large holiday homes where everyone can come together without feeling crowded. There are generous living spaces, a grand dining room, a warm and characterful snug, a private enclosed garden, parking for two cars and a six person hot tub tucked away at the end of the garden. Set on Mount Pleasant South in Upper Bay, the three south facing bedrooms look out across sweeping sea and bay views. Downstairs, double doors open onto the private garden, with outdoor dining, comfortable seating, a BBQ and the hot tub ready for slow mornings, summer suppers and evenings under the stars. Inside, you will find a grand living room with a feature open fireplace, comfortable sofas, bay window chairs, a 55 inch Smart TV and Nintendo Switch 2. The spacious dining room has a log burner usable by guests and a huge bespoke table made for long meals together. The fully equipped kitchen is centred around a modern range cooker, with Miele appliances, a Sage Nespresso coffee machine and everything needed for relaxed cooking during your stay. Each bedroom is furnished with White Company duvets and pillows, matched with Yorkshire made soft furnishings from the Yorkshire Blanket Company. High speed Wi-Fi, full gas central heating, a private EV charger, thoughtful baby equipment and dog friendly touches help make every detail of your stay easier. On arrival, enjoy a welcome hamper with Baytown Coffee, cake and biscuits, a warm Yorkshire start to your stay at Fernleigh. Fernleigh is managed locally for us by Baytown Holiday Cottages.

Just 200 metres from the beach, The Summer House is a spacious coastal cottage in the peaceful seaside village of Sandilands on the Lincolnshire coast. Set on a generous corner plot, it’s the perfect base for a relaxing break by the sea. Spend your days walking along wide sandy beaches, playing golf nearby, exploring the coast, or visiting traditional seaside towns like Skegness. Inside, the cottage comfortably sleeps up to six guests across three bedrooms, making it ideal for families, couples or friends looking for a seaside escape. Dogs are welcome too, so the whole family can enjoy the holiday. Whether you're planning summer beach days, long coastal walks, or a quiet off-season retreat, The Summer House offers space, comfort and easy access to the sea. Book your Sandilands stay today and start planning your coastal escape.

Just outside the village of Commondale in the picturesque North Yorkshire Moors, this welcoming holiday cottage provides exceptionally comfortable self-catering and an ideal base for exploring the areas many attractions including Whitby and the lovely bays of Runswick bay, Sleights with in a 20min drive and the beautiful city of York within easy driving distance.

You don't have to be a steam train buff to appreciate the high standard of accommodation of Railway Cottage, which sits beside the historic train line and has far-reaching views of the Quantock Hills. The Victorian cottage was built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel during the construction of the West Somerset Railway and sleeps six people in three bedrooms. The holiday cottage is a favourite with families and friends, is close to Exmoor National Park and Dunster Castle and available for short breaks all year round. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

This charming replica train carriage has been built to high standards using modern eco-friendly touches to provide a unique holiday home beside the heritage West Somerset Railway line. The two bedrooms sleep four people who enjoy luxurious features like an outdoor hot tub, underfloor heating and TVs in the bedroom. Dunster Castle, Exmoor National Park, the Quantock Hills and Taunton are all nearby, while Bristol is also within easy reach. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Finding somewhere that sleeps 12 people with a flexible layout, is close to beaches but also near countryside walks and good mountain bike routes, offers the luxury adults crave (including a hot tub and swimming pool for guests exclusive use!) with the space kids need, and which is suitable for family and friends is a walk in the park once you have discovered Lavender Barn. The 200-year old holiday home ticks all of the boxes, offering 5-Star Gold accommodation close to Exmoor National Park, The Quantock Hills AONB and beautiful beaches. There is a friendly pub within walking distance and plenty more places to eat, drink, shop and explore in the surrounding towns and villages. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

The Apple Tree House is a luxurious escape from the stress and bustle of daily life. The elevated three-bedroom holiday home sits close to the boughs of two mature lime trees, giving fantastic views in an incredibly peaceful location. A flexible layout sleeps six people and is ideal for families or friends such as those on a hen weekend or celebratory break, with guests benefiting from a location within easy reach of beautiful beaches, Exmoor National Park, Quantock Hills and Taunton. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Thistledome Lodge is a dog-friendly holiday cottage near Ombersley in Worcestershire, created for couples and families who want peace, privacy and proper countryside views without sacrificing comfort. This self-catering holiday rental stands on an organic smallholding overlooking the Severn Valley and has a private wood-fired hot tub, an enclosed garden, and walks straight from the door. As a guest, you’ll have the whole place to yourself, enjoying a location surrounded by fields, wildlife and quiet lanes popular with walkers and cyclists. Worcester, the Malvern Hills and several National Trust properties are all within easy reach, although many guests end up spending most of their stay beside the fire or outside watching the sunset.

This country bolthole is ideal for couples looking for an easy escape. The luxurious period holiday cottage has loads of charm together with lots of extras like an outdoor hot tub which have earned it a 5-Star Gold rating from Visit Britain. Two comfortable double bedrooms make it perfect for one or two couples, and there is also space for an extra bed to sleep a child or baby. Exmoor National Park, beautiful beaches and the Quantock Hills are all within easy reach. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold

Newton Farm is a large holiday cottage near Bicknoller on the edge of Exmoor National Park, sleeping twelve adults and two children in six bedrooms. This welcoming Somerset holiday rental has plenty of room for families and friends to spend time together, with two log burners, generous living areas and views across open farmland. A ground-floor bedroom with zip-link beds sits opposite a shower room, useful for guests who prefer to avoid stairs. The West Somerset Steam Railway runs just beyond the fields, and steam trains are often seen drifting through the landscape. With the coast around ten minutes away and Exmoor nearby, Newton Farm works well for group holidays exploring Somerset.

Located in a peaceful position just outside of the village of Snainton close to the edge of the North York Moors with Thornton Le Dale village & Mathewsons "Bangers & Cash" 10 mins away.The Stables Cottage offers a luxurious place to stay while discovering the many delights of the Moors. There is space for four guests plus a travel cot to sleep in two bedrooms (both with en-suite bathrooms), so the cottage is a favourite with couples as well as families who enjoy being close to beautiful countryside and friendly towns including Pickering, Helmsley, Scarborough and Whitby. More information is available on the owner’s website.

This welcoming holiday cottage sits in the ground of a 100-year old granary, offering a high standard of accommodation for up to four guests in two bedrooms. Granary Cottage offers all ground floor accomodation and sits on the edge of the North York Moors within easy reach of popular destinations including Malton, Scarborough ,Thornton-Le-Dale, Pickering, Whitby and York. Picture yourself in the summer, enjoying an evening glass of wine as you gaze across countryside views towards the North York Moors, or in winter, relaxing in a cosy sitting room with a proper open fire. Just outside of the village of Snainton and within walking distance of a pub, Granary Cottage is a favourite all year round. 

Riding House Farm is a traditional Derbyshire hill farm, rearing beef cattle and sheep across 140 acres of beautiful countryside. The farm enjoys a stunning south-facing position beneath Lose Hill, with views towards Winnats Pass, Mam Tor and Peveril Castle. This is a true walker’s paradise in the Peak District, with direct access to the public footpath network. From your cottage door, you can walk straight onto the Great Ridge, continue to Mam Tor, or enjoy breathtaking views over Edale Valley towards Kinder Scout.

Gosport has everything you could want in a holiday destination, including fantastic amenities, beautiful views, historical sights and attractions, and countless ways to have fun. The seaside town is just across the water from Portsmouth and a wonderful choice for anyone who enjoys sailing, walking or cycling. The Coach House is a contemporary property with a timeless style built in the grounds of a Grade II listed Georgian villa, a short walk from the centre of town and within easy reach of shops, cafes, pubs and the Gosport Ferry terminal. It sleeps up to ten people in four ensuite bedrooms and is ideal for families or friends. The owner can arrange hot tub hire if required - please contact the owner for details and prices.