Can’t imagine a holiday without your four legged friend? Well, now you don’t have to.
We at Breakfree Holidays know how much you love your canine companion and that a holiday just wouldn’t be the same without them. Whether you’re after a cosy coastal cottage with hot tub or a secluded seaside retreat with sea views, Breakfree Holidays has something for everyone and every dog! From hidden coves to glorious sandy beaches, we’ve put together our top picks for the best dog friendly holiday cottages near a beach.
Here are our Top 5 Dog Friendly Cottages for 2022:
- The Hideaway (Porthleven, Cornwall)
- Rowan House (Brora, Scotland)
- Beam Ends (Beesands, Devon)
- Ty-Gwyn (Gwynedd, North Wales)
- Thistledown, March End Lodges (Georgeham, Devon)
The Hideaway
Location: Porthleven, Cornwall
Great for: The perfect family holiday on the South West Coast, just a few minutes’ walk from Porthleven Harbour.
Set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and with magnificent views out towards Mount’s Bay, Porthleven is the ideal base for a pet-friendly family holiday. The Hideaway is located just a few minutes’ walk into the main harbour, which is a bustle of activity all year round. With fishing trawlers emptying their daily catches straight onto the harbour side, it is no surprise there is a number of award-winning restaurants close by to sample the freshest fish and seafood. Porthleven also has a beautiful sandy beach which has a designated area for dogs and can take you all the way to Loe Bar at low tide, where you will find another stunning beach on which dogs are allowed all year round. So, you can enjoy plenty of frolicking on the beach with your dog!
Facilities: The newly refurbished coastal cottage offers accommodation for 4 people (and of course their pets)! The lounge is situated on the ground floor and has exposed stones walls and a traditional fireplace with a wood-burning stove, providing a comfortable and cosy seating area. There is also a fully equipped kitchen and separate dining room on the ground floor. There is a door from the lounge that leads out onto the beautifully landscaped multi-level garden, ideal for your pooch. There is a lovely patio area with a dining table and chairs from which you can enjoy the warm summer evenings. With a decked level below the patio and a small garden with a further seating area, you really are spoilt, both inside and out, with this truly wonderful property. You can see why this is one of Breakfree Holidays’ favourite dog friendly coastal cottages.
Rowan House
Location: Brora, Scotland
Great for: Stunning cottage near the beach with stunning sea views over the Moray Firth and unspoilt beaches.
It is easy to see why this is one of the top dog-friendly coastal cottages. Located in the perfect place from which to explore the North Highlands or to stay closer to home and discover the many local dog friendly beaches with your four-legged friend, including Brora Beach. Brora Beach is a small beach with golden sands, and it’s the ideal location for wildlife watching. You may even be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of dolphins, minke whales, or grey and common seals! Being located within walking distance from Inverness means you’re able to walk to the city with its breath-taking scenery, museums, art galleries and restaurants.
Facilities: This beautiful dog friendly cottage by the sea has three well proportioned bedrooms and can accommodate up to 6 guests and their pets – perfect for all the family to enjoy. When you walk inside, you’ll be greeted with stunning open-plan sitting and dining areas, with wonderful dual aspect windows and a cosy interior. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with everything you might need for your self catering holiday. With two double bedrooms and a twin upstairs there is sure to be room for the whole family.
Beam Ends
Location: Beesands, Devon
Great for: Dog friendly beach holidays with direct access onto the shingle beaches of Devon.
This is a truly rare and unique property with magnificent sea views on the south coast of Devon in an area of outstanding natural beauty. You and your dog can step directly onto the shingle beach, making it one of the most popular pet friendly cottages for a fun family holiday. Being dog friendly, even your faithful pooch will be able to enjoy the sea too.
Facilities: This three bedroom cottage has a beautiful interior that was designed by taking inspiration from the striking Firmdale Hotels, so you can expect to have the look and feel of a stylish boutique hotel all to yourselves with this property. Enjoy the colder evenings in the stylish but cosy lounge with its traditional log burner, or make a night of it and watch a film in your very own sound proof cinema room.
Two of the bedrooms have wonderful private balconies so you can sit, relax and soak in the stunning location. With an enclosed garden as well as a stunning sun deck both with plenty of seating means you can enjoy the outside of this property just as much as the inside.
Ty-Gwyn Cottage
Location: Gwynedd, North Wales
Great for: A stunning dog-friendly cottage in an area of outstanding natural beauty, nestled on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park.
One of the top dog-friendly self-catering cottages in the tranquil area of Capeluchaf, this property is perfect for families who are looking to explore and discover the truly unique surroundings of this beautiful National Park. There is so much to do in this quiet and secluded location – from fishing to birdwatching, golfing to cycling, there’s something to entertain everyone here. With the site leading directly out onto 20 acres of farmland that can be explored by any keen adventurer, and many pet friendly beaches nearby, it is the perfect location for a family holiday with your dogs. If your heart is set on a pet-friendly holiday in Wales but this doesn’t quite tick all your boxes, then check out these 5 Best Dog Friendly Log Cabins in North Wales.
Facilities: This beautiful stone cottage has been totally restored and now provides impressive accommodation for up to 7 guests and accompanying pets. One of our favourite dog-friendly cottages, the property offers three bedrooms – 1 double, 1 king and 1 triple room – making it the perfect place for a group of friends or a multi-generational holiday. The fully equipped kitchen means that you will have everything you could possibly need for a comfortable and enjoyable holiday that you and your dogs are sure to never forget.
Thistledown, March End Lodges
Location: Georgeham, Devon
Great for: A stunning dog friendly lodge with a private hot tub and close location to some of the best local dog-walking beaches in Devon.
March End Lodges are located on a farm in the beautiful village of Georgeham, North Devon. With the stunning sandy beach, coastal views and enticing sea just a short drive from the lodge, dogs and owners are sure to be wowed by this holiday cottage.
Facilities: The modern and contemporary lodge has floor to ceiling windows, allowing for a beautifully light and airy interior while taking advantage of the stunning countryside views. The large master bedroom and en-suite bathroom lead onto the central living area, with its open plan living and kitchen areas. If you think the inside is spectacular, then wait until you see what the outside has to offer! Outside you’ll discover a wonderfully decked patio with a sumptuous private hot tub. Located under the eaves of the deck, it’s the perfect place to soak up the stunning surroundings no matter what the weather. The lodge also has a fully enclosed private garden, making it perfect for your pet friendly holiday.
If your heart is set on a property with a hot tub in Devon but this isn’t quite right for you, then you simply must check out these 7 Devon Cottages with hot tubs.
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At Breakfree Holidays, we thrive on finding the right holiday for you. We know how important your holidays are to you, more now than ever. So, if our listed options of dog friendly holiday properties don’t quite tick all your boxes, then just head over to our website to look at the full range. Breakfree Holidays has something for everyone! Book your next unforgettable getaway with Breakfree Holidays today.