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As a nation of animal lovers, many of us want to take our pets on holiday with us. Here at Independent Cottages, we have hundreds of dog friendly cottages available throughout the UK. Whether you are looking to take your pet away for a short break or want a longer getaway, we have dog friendly accommodation to suit all budgets. We've even added a facility for you to search for properties that take one, two or three plus dogs. It couldn't be easier to find your ideal luxury dog friendly cottage. Read more

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50.940423, -1.784657

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  ..

Weekly guide price:
£650 to £940

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.940457, -1.784668

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  ...

Weekly guide price:
£525 to £670
Short breaks from £70 per night

2 + 2  |   1  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

50.471325, -3.630340

The Bunny Barn near Ipplepen provides a peaceful place to escape to the Devonshire countryside for a holiday. The medieval barn has been sympathetically converted to offer comfortable self-catering accommodation for couples or small families with young children, and includes flagstone floors, thick stone walls and original oak beams. Ipplepen village is a mile away with a favourite pub (The Wellington), church and village shop, while nearby Newton Abbot provides everything else you could need. Dartmoor National Park and the beautiful beaches of the English Riviera are both only five miles away, providing a wealth of walks, cycling routes, attractions and sightseeing.

Weekly guide price:
£495 to £675

2+2  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 6 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

Woodlands at Porlock Weir

Last Minute Offer:Sat, 21st Dec 2024 for 7 nights, £1750Save £200"Flexible dates. Relax around the cosy log fire in one of the sitting rooms, and feast in the kitchen by the welcoming wood stove. Walk in woodlands from the door. Beach and pub 5 minutes walk."
51.218332, -3.630468

The coastal location and exceptional view from this well presented detached holiday home never fails to please. The light spacious accommodation set within large terraced gardens provides everything for a comfortable and relaxing holiday in a particularly beautiful and tranquil area of Exmoor. A great place for memorable stays with friends and family.

Weekly guide price:
£1200 to £2695

10  |   4  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.277679, -2.454029

Located in Dent village within the Yorkshire Dales in Cumbria, Penny Bank Cottage is an excellent choice for couples and welcomes dogs. With pubs, cafes and shops on the doorstep, this is an ideal holiday home to use as a base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, Cumbria (inc the nearby Lake District), a walking holiday or simply relaxing.

Weekly guide price:
£369 to £489
Short breaks from £70 per night

2  |   1  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.263887, -1.884141

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.

Weekly guide price:
£360 to £600

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

54.263887, -1.884141

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.

Weekly guide price:
£360 to £600

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

50.705269, -3.790083

Enjoy the warmth of more than 200-years of hospitality in this charming Dartmoor cob and thatch holiday cottage. Primrose Cottage is in the pretty village of Drewsteignton, next to the church and within strolling distance of the village shop and pub. There are gorgeous walks from the door through the River Teign Valley and local attractions, including National Trust's Castle Drogo and Fingle Bridge. Walking, climbing, and mountain biking are popular in North Dartmoor's rugged landscape, but there are more gentle pursuits to enjoy, such as browsing local markets and visiting the beaches of the English Riviera just over half an hour away. The cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and has two sitting rooms, an open fire and a very small enclosed front garden with table and chairs to sit and watch the world go by. 

Weekly guide price:
£400 to £975

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.581761, -1.649730

Seahouses is a friendly fishing village on the spectacular Northumberland coast. Close to the harbour and within walking distance of the Black Swan Inn, this lovely dog-friendly holiday cottage has room for up to four people to sleep in two very comfortable bedrooms. Accommodation is mostly on the one level so you can tire yourself out on fantastic coast and countryside walks and not have to worry about climbing the stairs to bed. The location is excellent for exploring the region with local attractions including Bamburgh Castle, Alnwick Castle and the Farne Islands.

Weekly guide price:
£500 to £828

4  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

55.581531, -1.650804

Stay in this characterful stone cottage in the old part of Seahouses, just a short walk from pubs, cafes, shops and the Northumberland Coastal Footpath. St. Cuthbert's Cottage has views of the harbour from where visitors can take a boat trip to the Farne Islands to see the colonies of seals, puffins and other seabirds. Bamburgh Castle is four miles away, while places like Alnwick Castle, Floors Castle, Howick, Craster and Embleton are also close by for a day out. The one-bedroom holiday cottage is dog friendly and a favourite with couples and solo travellers all year round.

Weekly guide price:
£535 to £945

2  |   1  |   1  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

55.580356, -1.652698

Stay by the seaside in this gorgeous stone fisherman's cottage. Oystercatcher Cottage is on a quiet street that is just a two-minute walk from the harbour and a five-minute walk from the beach at Seahouses, putting guests within easy reach of the many amenities, as well as the coastal footpath. Spend your day taking boat trips around the Farne Islands and marvelling at the variety of marine and bird life, or cross the causeway on a pilgrimage to Holy Island, the birthplace of Christianity in England. The self-catering cottage sleeps four guests in two beautiful bedrooms and is ideal for couples, families or friends (1 dog welcome).

Weekly guide price:
£535 to £945

4  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3

Preferred arrival day: Friday

Guillemot

Last Minute Offer:Mon, 18th Nov 2024 for 4 nights, £550Save £51"More for less, couples or two guests can use the code Couples550 for any stay during November through to Feb 14th 2025 (*Excludes Xmas)"
55.581364, -1.651540

Guillemot is a charming stone terraced dog-friendly holiday cottage in one of the oldest lanes in Seahouses on the Northumberland Coast. The owners have lavished it with love, which is evident in the beautifully welcoming interior that sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is perfect for families or couples. Seahouses is excellent for exploring north to Bamburgh, south to Alnwick, and east to the Farne Islands and Lindisfarne. You're only a stone's throw from the harbour, beach, and coastal footpath and a stroll from pubs, chip shops, and the oldest smokery in Northumberland. 

Weekly guide price:
£671 to £1265

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Mon/Fri

51.994683, -1.483252

This welcoming holiday cottage has a wealth of features including an inglenook with wood burner and walled garden for enjoying a glass of your favourite tipple in the sunshine, giving it all year round appeal. With a choice of three pubs, as well an a Victorian Brewery in the village, Rose Cottage in Hook Norton is perfect for exploring Central England including the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire and Shakespeare's very own Stratford-upon-Avon. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£550 to £699
Short breaks from £85 per night

4  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 4 Star

52.486833, 1.656734

Quaint and affordable, this welcoming holiday cottage for two in the Waveney Valley is just perfect for those looking to explore Suffolk and Norfolk and also those who simply want to park their car, relax and unwind. The quiet country lanes and footpaths make walking and cycling a pleasure and the Waveney River Centre is within walking distance with a great pub for meals out and swimming pool. Boat/canoe/paddle board hire is available in Beccles. Sitting on the Suffolk/Norfolk borders, the cottage is also close to the glorious coastlines of both counties.

Weekly guide price:
£280 to £380
Short breaks from £90 per night

2  |   1  |   1  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

55.556428, -1.636064

If this is your first holiday to the Northumberland coast, then it is unlikely to be your last! 30-miles of unspoiled coastline feature white sands and clear waters, with the odd clifftop castle, like nearby Bamburgh Castle, to remind you that this peaceful region was once fiercely protected. Beadnell is a small, welcoming village with a lovely bay that rarely feels busy. Opposite the village church and green, Tickle Cottage is an 18th Century former worker's home that has been sympathetically updated to offer comfortable accommodation for four people in two bedrooms. A wood burner, private courtyard and wonderfully romantic master bedroom all make it a favourite with couples and families.

Weekly guide price:
£475 to £975
Short breaks from £135 per night

4  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

54.707405, -2.934883

Meadow View is positioned in a tranquil setting on the edge of the National Park, between Keswick and Penrith, within a small group of similar lodges. It is four miles from the village of Greystoke, with a traditional country pub and shop. This very comfortable Scandinavian style lodge, with a wood burning stove, has floor-to-ceiling windows providing extensive open views over the countryside with Blencathra in the distance. It is a haven for wildlife, including red squirrels, rabbits and many species of birds. 

Weekly guide price:
£756 to £882
Short breaks from £120 per night

5  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

54.410264, -2.934713

Beautifully presented, this delightful detached holiday home with log burner enjoys an enviable position in the popular Lakeland town of Windermere. Fantastic location for a luxury break with a country house hotel serving fine food just a two minute stroll away. Whether you want to relax, walk or explore the national park and its many attractions, this is an ideal retreat. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£690 to £2190

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: Enquire

Preferred arrival day: Friday | 4 Star

52.958978, -3.940061

Moelwyn View Cottage is a lovely period holiday cottage in Llan Ffestiniog in the Snowdonia National Park, within walking distance of the village pub and shop with direct access to footpaths. The Cottage sleeps three people in two bedrooms and is suited to individual travellers, couples, or small families with an older child. It has stunning views of the Moelwyn Mountains and Manod Hills. The location is ideal in every season as it is within easy reach of the coast and Llyn Peninsula, Caernarfon, and the Dwyryd Estuary.

Weekly guide price:
£400 to £750
Short breaks from £110 per night

3  |   2  |   1  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

Salkeld Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 15th Nov 2024 for 2 nights, £240"November prices 3 nights £282, 4 nights £312, 5 nights £350 1 week only £390"
54.736713, -3.374740

Made just for two, this dog-friendly self-catering cottages offers all the right ingredients to relax and unwind. Lovely walks by day with the use of a hot tub to bubble your aches away afterwards. A great base for exploring the tranquil beautiful Ellen Vale sandwiched between Cockermouth and the Solway Coast, as well as the many attractions of the nearby Lake District. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£371 to £497
Short breaks from £120 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

Dykes Cottage

Last Minute Offer:Fri, 8th Nov 2024 for 2 nights, £230"November prices 3 nights £267, 4 nights £296, 5 nights £335 1 week only £378"
54.736713, -3.374740

A Tailor-made romantic holiday retreat for two in the peaceful Ellen Vale, in Cumbria, between Cockermouth and the Solway Coast and within easy distance of the Lakes. With the use of a hot tub, couples are sure to get lots of relaxation on holiday. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£378 to £490
Short breaks from £115 per night

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 4 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

Dog Friendly Holiday Guide

The UK has a fantastically diverse landscape which provides endless walking opportunities for you and your four-legged friend. You can enjoy miles of dramatic coastal paths, wooded valleys, lakes and fells, rolling moorland, enchanting forests or pretty riverside walks together. As well as a large selection of pet friendly holiday cottages, there are also many dog friendly pubs, beaches, gardens, parks, dog friendly restaurants and attractions that welcome well-behaved dogs.

Whether you are looking for a coastal retreat or a cosy holiday cottage in the country, taking your pet away on holiday with you can be incredibly rewarding. Whilst it may require a little extra planning, it can help to reduce the costs and anguish involved in putting your beloved pet in a kennel or trying to find someone to look after them.

With a wide range of dog friendly holidays available, Independent Cottages offers holiday homes that can accommodate one to multiple pets. You will be able to make contact with the owner directly to check that the property you are considering is suitable for you and your dog. Most owners are more than happy to discuss the facilities available which may include secure gardens and direct access to footpaths. You may even find pet friendly holiday cottages offering a few extra luxuries for your beloved canine including welcome treats, a comfy bed and a warm shower and drying area for wet muddy paws!

Tips for Choosing a Dog Friendly Holiday Cottage

If you are looking for a dog friendly holiday on a budget, consider taking your dog away out of the peak summer season. In spring or autumn, pet friendly cottages are normally cheaper, you have a far greater selection of dog friendly accommodation available and you will find fewer crowds. It is also worth noting that many dog friendly beaches lift their dog bans throughout the winter months in the UK, so you can enjoy wonderful coastal walks on empty beaches where your dog can have a good blast!

Dog Friendly Holiday Cottages FAQs

  • Where in the UK is the most dog friendly?

There are several amazing places worth exploring with your dog. Whether you’re looking to hike in rural parts of the UK, wander through quaint towns or even visit the pub together, you will find somewhere for you and your four-legged friend to go. Popular destinations for getaways with your dog are known to be the dog friendly beaches of North Cornwall, the Yorkshire Dales, the Lake District, the Cotswolds and its stunning locations, Scotland and many more. We have dog friendly cottages in all of this destinations, so you're bound to find somewhere the whole family (and your four legged friends!) will love.

  • Are dogs allowed to stay in rental cottages?

Yes! We have many rental cottages that allow your canine companion to join too. The UK is a country brimming with nature, allowing for the perfect trip with your dog. It’s always best to use our search tool to filter your selection of many holiday cottages that allow dogs. There might also be specifications on taking your pet with you, so be sure to do your research beforehand! Use our search and filtering functions to find amenities and facilities you need, like an enclosed garden, hot tub or open fire.

  • Where is a good place to holiday in the UK with a dog?

There are so many places across the UK that are perfect for holidays with your dog, it's hard to narrow it down to just one. With places like Cornwall allowing coastal walks, the Yorkshire Dales providing never-ending moorland, and the Lake District offering swimming opportunities, it ultimately comes down to preference. It's best to use our search tool to browse our selection and filter your destination and holiday type.

Pet Friendly Holiday Inspiration

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Filter your search using our filters and drop downs to find the best place to stay for your dog friendly holiday. Or, if you had something else in mind, you can select between the holiday options below for all types of travellers.

Popular Destinations for Dog Friendly Holidays

The destinations below are our favourite places for a perfect dog friendly holiday. So whether you're looking for dog friendly beaches or stunning locations for long walks that set tails wagging, you'll find them here: