Here is our selection of dog friendly holiday cottages in England. A self-catering cottage holiday with your pets in England holds a magical appeal, whether it be a coastal escape celebrating the charm of a traditional English seaside holiday with your family and the pooch, or a romantic winter break deep in the countryside full of long walks, good food and roaring log fires.
We have self-catering holiday homes across the length and breadth of England, from the well-loved seaside holiday hotspots of Cornwall and Devon to the quieter more rugged coastlines of Northumberland and the Yorkshire Coast. Or explore the picture postcard villages and bustling market towns of the Cotswolds, Shropshire and Kent. If you love being outdoors and active in nature’s playground, check out the epic landscapes of the Lake District and Cumbria fells, the Peak District and Dorset.
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Taunton, Dorset and Somerset
14 7 6 Yes
Guests of all ages can gather here for a stylish countryside getaway which is guaranteed to keep everyone entertained. The farmhouse, which sleeps 14 across seven bedrooms, is spacious and characterful, and has plenty to do on-site, with a skittle alley, snooker table, and private hot tub, as well as an outdoor childrens play area. Taunton town centre is a 2.5-mile drive away, convenient for stocking up on supplies and spending a pleasant day out visiting the museum, going to the theatre, and grabbing a drink or bite to eat in one of the many cafes and restaurants. Enter by the side door, and step into the charming kitchen diner, with exposed wooden beams, an AGA (operational October to March inclusive), and wood burner set back into an inglenook fireplace. Its sure to be the social hub of the house, with enough room for everyone around the table, to share stories and ideas for the days ahead over a hearty home-cooked meal. Cosy down in one of the two lounges, both with soft seating to curl up on and watch TV as you relax. When its raining, or you simply want a day at ease inside, then head for the games area, available from 10am to 10pm daily. All ages will feel the thrill of competition as they set up a snooker tournament and challenge one another to a game in the delightful antique skittle alley. After a day of excitement, and when youre ready for a good nights sleep, climb one of the staircases to bed: the first floor is split-level, and divided into two wings. Up one staircase youll discover five bedrooms, three king-size (one with an en-suite) and two twins, as well as a bathroom and two shower rooms, so therell be no queues for a hot soak or a bubble bath! The second staircase leads to the final two bedrooms, a king-size and a double, both with an en-suite. Once everyone is feeling refreshed and recharged from their stay, and the weather is warm, host a celebration outside. Grill a selection of treats on the BBQ and dine alfresco on the large lawn as the sun sets, followed by a dip in the hot tub.
Weekly prices from £1,983.00
Holsworthy, Devon
14 6 5 Yes
This fantastic property, situated just 4 miles from Tamar Lakes, is the ultimate place for a big getaway. Sleeping 14 across six bedrooms, this holiday home is ideal for families or a reunion with friends, giving you a great excuse to get together. Spend nights in the private hot tub, playing pool in the games room or simply sitting and relaxing in the stunning grounds of this 300-acre site. The property, which is one of a few in a complex of similar homes, has a spacious, elegant feel. The open-plan living area is fresh and bright with exposed beams, a blend of tiled and wood flooring and a wood burner that takes centre stage. Cook up a storm in the superb kitchen where wood panelling and shining worktops give it an opulent feel; guests can chat while you cook at the breakfast bar before moving to the dining table behind. Sizzle up a BBQ in the summer months and dine alfresco on the patio or under the pergola. Curl up on the comfortable sofas in the living area after dinner, surrounded by traditional furnishings and calming neutral colours. When it’s time for bed, take your pick of the peaceful bedrooms that all have neutral styling with their own unique pops of colour. The handy ground-floor super king bedroom has doors that lead to a private patio as well as a stylish en-suite bathroom with underfloor heating to warm your toes. Upstairs, two double bedrooms have impressive en-suite shower rooms, while a king and a Super king room share a beautiful bathroom with a free-standing slipper bath. Children can settle into the family room with four single beds and an en-suite shower room. Outside, the hot tub and games room are enough to keep you busy, but you’re also welcome to explore the 300 acres of farmland during your stay. Head off to the coast where you can enjoy bracing cliff-top walks or jump into the sea for surfing and swimming. Bude (9 miles) is perfect for both as there are plenty of surf schools and the sea pool offers a unique experience. Hartland Abbey (12 miles) is well worth a visit, as is the nearby Spekes Mill Mouth Waterfall if you enjoy a hike. Children will love a day at The Milky Way Adventure Park (12 miles) while the grown-ups may prefer a leisurely stroll around pretty Clovelly (13 miles).
Weekly prices from £1,377.00
Bideford, Devon
14 7 6 Yes
Sandy beaches, surfing and clifftop walks await with a stay at this handsome holiday home that boasts gorgeous views of the River Torridge. Located about a mile from the historic port town of Bideford, the property is well suited to large groups and families, making it ideal for a special holiday or celebration. With seven bedrooms for up to 14 people, it offers a spacious retreat with five-star touches throughout. From nights under the stars in the hot tub to cooking up sizzling treats in the all-weather BBQ lodge, there are some fantastic social spaces for getting the whole family together after lazy days on the beach. You can also bring out your competitive edge with pool or table tennis matches in the private games room. The property is exquisitely decorated, with each room having its own contemporary style. There are two lounge areas, the largest of which has Sky TV, a Nintendo Wii games console and an adjoining conservatory with views of the nearby river. You’ll have all the equipment you need to prepare a special feast in the double range-style oven. Either eat together in the sleek and bright kitchen or dine alfresco on the raised decked area. Then jump in the private hot tub and get someone to pour you a glass of fizz for the ultimate in relaxation. Each bedroom has individual style, and the downstairs double room is ideal for those who don’t want to climb stairs, with en-suite facilities and French doors leading out to the garden. The remaining six bedrooms, found on the first floor of the property, all have their own TV. Outside, the enclosed garden is great for children and dogs to bound around in. And with a car port, as well as ample off-road parking, the drivers in your party can enjoy a hassle-free stay.
Weekly prices from £1,884.00
Workington, The Lake District and Cumbria
14 7 5 Yes
Arrange a group stay at this impressive holiday home in Ullock, less than 1 mile from the western fringes of the Lake District National Park and 5.5 miles from Cockermouth. Surrounded by magnificent Cumbrian countryside and with gorgeous gardens, this magical haven sleeps 14 guests and a pair of their dogs. With seven bedrooms, the property, set within the grounds of the owner’s home but still enjoying its privacy, could be ideal for an extended family break or celebratory getaway. Step inside and find yourselves in the snug, where you can stoke up the wood burner and settle down in front of the Smart TV. Alternatively, wander through to the lounge to light the open fire and find a film on the Smart TV. Head through to the generous kitchen/diner to make everyone a cup of tea or perhaps roast supper in the AGA. Find you have a pantry for your provisions. Set the table in the splendid dining hall and sit down to a grand feast together. Also at ground-floor level, is a twin bedroom that can be arranged as a super-king-size if discussed in advance, plus a family wet room. Climb the stairs to choose between four king-size bedrooms, two with en-suite shower rooms, and one double and one bunk bedroom that share a Jack and Jill bathroom. There is also a family bathroom. Spill out into the garden on fine days: light the BBQ and soak up the scenery. Discover an outside laundry room, with space for cycles. There is parking at the house for six cars. From here, enjoy days out by the lake at Loweswater (3 miles), Crummock Water (5 miles), and Derwentwater, 14 miles from the country house. Drive 6.5 miles to Low Moresby to pick up the Cumbria Coastal Way.
Weekly prices from £2,477.00
Barnstaple, Devon
14 7 6 Yes
Experience the best of Devons country and coast with this ideally situated holiday home: discover dramatic chalk cliffs and rolling hills; visit traditional seaside towns; and swim and sunbathe at various pretty beaches dotted along the coast. Return to relax at this fantastic farmhouse for 14, a stunning and spacious property designed for action-packed mornings, relaxing afternoons and cosy evenings. Situated on a 10,000-acre working farm with miles of meandering walks through awe-inspiring landscape teeming with wildlife, wake with a stroll and a coffee listening to the birdsong as the sun comes up over the countryside. Bursting with charm and character, the reception rooms are perfect for family gatherings, with plenty of options to spread out should you require some down time. After discarding wet outdoor gear in the boot room, prepare a feast in the kitchen and gather everyone around the table to enjoy it. Cosy up and watch your favourite film in front of the wood burner in the living room or challenge someone to a game of pool. Perhaps you prefer to simply enjoy the evening sun sprawled on the lawn, before indulging in some al fresco dining as the kids enjoy ball games in the large, enclosed garden. End the day with a dip in the swim/spa and unwind in the sauna, realising you’ve picked a holiday destination made for relaxation. Close by are the picturesque towns of Lynton and Lynmouth (both 5 miles) with the famous cliff railway providing a great day out for all the family. Head to the coast to discover the string of sandy beaches on Devon’s north coast, including Woolacombe (18 miles), Saunton (22 miles) and Croyde (21 miles) together with hidden coves, including those at Lee Bay (19 miles) and Woody Bay (4 miles). Fun-filled family days out include the Wildlife and Dinosaur Park at Coombe Martin (7.5 miles), Exmoor Zoo (8 miles) and Watermouth Castle (13 miles).
Weekly prices from £2,040.00
Launceston, Cornwall
14 5 4 Yes
Head to this beautiful former barn in Laneast, 5 miles from Launceston, and take a large group of your family and friends with you. This gorgeous, stone property offers generous accommodation and sleeps up to 13 people and also welcomes up to four of their furry-footed friends. With five bedrooms, a games room and a large garden with outside entertaining and relaxation space, featuring a pizza oven and outdoor fireplace, it makes a great place to relax and spend quality time together in picturesque, Cornish surroundings. Also enjoy it as a base from which to get out and about on beautiful Bodmin Moor, just 1 mile away, and up to the coast, approximately 11 miles from the barn. Step into this handsome holiday home and find yourselves in the welcoming, farmhouse-style kitchen. Put the kettle on in here and have a cup of tea at the table while you decide whose turn it is to cook up a feast. Find there is plenty of space for everyone to sit down to a meal together in here too when it is ready. Later on, amble through to the generous lounge, with its beautiful, exposed stone walls, to stoke up the wood burner and watch a film on TV together while it crackles gently in the background. Also find you have a ground-floor shower room, a handy utility space and two bedrooms: a double, with en-suite shower room, and a super-king. Climb the stairs to discover another double bedroom, with en-suite shower room, a king-size room and an impressive group bedroom, with space for five guests in three single and one double bunk beds. The family bathroom is also here. Enjoy the incredible outside space at this splendid holiday home as often as possible. Prepare homemade pizzas and sit out chatting in front of the fire long into the evening. The children will enjoy the games room, which has its own Smart TV and wood burner, as well as a pool table. There is parking for six cars at the barn.
Weekly prices from £1,554.00
Ravenglass, The Lake District and Cumbria
14 7 2 Yes
Step back in time and experience a traditional stay with your beloved family or friends, embracing a long-awaited get together in the heart of the Cumbrian countryside. Nestled amongst 12 acres of pasture and woodland, this remarkable property provides a true sense of peace and quiet allowing 14 guests to make the most of one another’s company. Wonderfully appointed for groups of all generations, the accommodation’s seven bedrooms have been made up with a variety of bedding setups so that everyone who stays will find somewhere comfortable to catch their forty winks. Groups with younger guests will be thrilled to discover an additional lounge and games barn that kids can call their own, whilst those committed to exploring the local area might make use of the horse stabling made available by the owners. Offering a real rural feel with stone flagged flooring, exposed brick walls and plenty of original beams dotted throughout, this wonderfully presented space harks back to a simpler time in history. Step inside and find a sprawling farmhouse kitchen with a sturdy wooden breakfast table and all of the required amenities to keep everyone fed and watered. Continue through into an open-plan lounge/diner with an abundance of space for everyone to sit down, whether youre curled up by the wood burner and Sky TV or sitting around the dining table for a meal or a board game. French doors from the lounge and kitchen give way to patio and lawn space outside, the perfect touch for warm weather stays. When it’s time for bed you’ll have to ascend to the first floor via two separate staircases. Featuring a selection of kind-size, double, twin and bunk bedrooms, it’s clear to see that a variety of guest makeups will be catered for throughout your stay. You can, however, be certain that each room is equally comfortable with a quaint country décor and soft, fresh linens.
Weekly prices from £1,775.00
Stoke-on-trent, Heart of England
14 7 6 Yes
The spacious property, just off the main road that runs through the village of Waterhouses, sleeps 12 guests, making it ideal for large family gatherings and celebrating special occasions. The property has ample outdoor space and a hot tub to sink into at the end of a busy day. There’s a great choice of walking routes in the area, including the Manifold Track, which starts in the village. Nearby family attractions include Peak Wildlife Park (2.5 miles), Alton Towers (6 miles) and Chatsworth House (26 miles). The large former pub has a unique sense of style, with grandiose furniture, striking period features and bespoke artwork. Come together to make memories in the impressive conservatory, where you can enjoy special mealtimes around the grand dining table looking out over the grounds. Unwind in the characterful lounge, with its exposed beams and double-fronted wood burner. Cook up a storm in the magnificent oak kitchen/diner or entertain your fellow guests at the piano in the entrance hall. As this is a period property, be aware that there are cottage-style stairs and the bedrooms in the eaves have restricted head height. Outside, the spacious grounds house a large lawn, patio, hot tub, BBQ and wood-fired pizza oven. There is a small pond with safety grid - care to be taken with dogs and children. The Manifold Track is a pretty route that takes you through the Manifold and Hamps Valleys for 9.5 miles, to the nearby village of Hulme End. Bikes can be hired in Waterhouses and along the route you can climb up to Thor’s Cave, where the views are spectacular. You’ll find ample walking opportunities within the Longshaw Estate (28 miles), from woodland rambles to moorland hikes. Within the estate is the mystical Padley Gorge, where you can paddle in the pretty stream, marvel at the tumbling waterfalls and enjoy lunch at one of the picturesque picnic spots.
Weekly prices from £3,034.00
Ilminster, Dorset and Somerset
14 6 6 3
An idyllic retreat nestled in Somerset’s glorious countryside, Atherstone Farm Cottage has everything you need for a relaxing family break
Weekly prices from £4,335.00