As much as we need a change of scenery to refresh and recharge, our four-legged companions also appreciate new sights and smells. If you are wondering where to take your dogs for a pet-friendly holiday in the UK, look no further. With Breakfree Holidays and our recommended dog-friendly properties in England and Wales, your last-minute dog-friendly holiday is sorted!
- Ryb by the Sea (Cornwall)
- Sykes Cottages Evenlode Cottage (Gloucestershire)
- Swanpool, Great Field Lodges (Devon)
- Burncoose House (Cornwall)
- Sykes Cottages Coed Derw Isaf (North Wales)
1. Ryb by the Sea
Location: St Ives, Cornwall
Best for: Cornish beach break with family or friends and multiple pets
While there is a diverse range of dog-friendly cottages for one pet, those who have more than one dog may struggle to find a suitable cottage, log cabin or lodge. If this speaks to your experience, you don’t need to search any further, as Ryb by the Sea allows up to 3 dogs! This pet-friendly accommodation is situated in St Ives, one of Cornwall’s lovely hot spots. To best accommodate group travellers, this period cottage has a modern edge, with an open-plan living area and a connected snug and dining area, so the whole group can get together.
Being in St Ives means you’ll have lots of the very best of Cornwall to enjoy. Every day you can head to one of St Ives’ beautiful sandy beaches, like Porthmeor Beach, Portgwidden Beach and Bamaluz Beach, for sunbathing or surfing. If your dogs come to the beaches with you, just make sure to check in advance for any seasonal restrictions on dog access to the beach of your choice. That’s because while beaches like Bamaluz Beach are dog-friendly all year round, some award-winning beaches may have some restrictions on dog visitors at certain times of the year, in order to maintain their award status. The town of St Ives itself offers fabulous attractions, from famous art galleries like Tate St Ives to boutique shops and Cornish food, or The Island for a hillside walk and a relaxing picnic with family or friends and your four-legged pets. Regardless of the activities you choose, it’s going to be a fun-filled, last-minute dog-friendly holiday!
Facilities: Ryb by the Sea sleeps up to 7 guests with 4 bedrooms on the first and second floors and 4 bathrooms on the ground and first floors. The master bedroom and 2 other bedrooms have double beds and the remaining room comes with a single bed. The contemporary kitchen on the ground floor has a gas, fan-assisted double oven, gas hob and grill, fridge and freezer, dishwasher and microwave. You can also find a washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board, and vacuum cleaner in the kitchen. The open-plan living area is furnished with a sofa and armchair, footstool and a Smart TV, while the snug area has an original fireplace.
2. Sykes Cottages Evenlode Cottage
Location: Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire
Best for: idyllic, dog-friendly holiday for a couple or family with an infant, with picturesque countryside views of the Cotswolds
The Cotswolds are often mentioned as a wish-to-live location. Why wait when you can sample a taste of life in one of England’s prettiest corners during your countryside holiday? Sykes Cottages Evenlode Cottage can take you and your other half, and your pooch of course, to the ancient market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Once you enter this three-floor holiday cottage from the shared courtyard, where you can sit out for your morning tea, you’ll find a perfect holiday home with an open-plan kitchen and living space. On the next floor there is another sitting area with an electric fire and a corner sofa – a perfect spot for quiet reading, especially after a warm shower on the same floor. The bedroom on the top floor has a king bed and comes with an en-suite shower.
During your stay at Sykes Cottages Evenlode Cottage, you can make the most of your days in the Cotswolds using this holiday cottage as a perfect base location. The village of Stow-on-the-Wold, originally an Iron Age Fort, is a point of interest in its own right and is well-stocked with shops and tearooms. One of the most-visited villages in the Cotswolds, Bourton-on-the-Water is within easy reach, only 4 miles away. Here you can stroll along the stream with the sound of children playing on the River Windrush on a sunny afternoon! Stratford-upon-Avon is only 15 miles away if you are interested in the birthplace of William Shakespeare, while the regency town of Cheltenham is 20 miles to the west, famous for the various events and festivals that happen throughout the year.
Facilities: Sykes Cottages Evenlode Cottage sleeps 2 guests making it perfect for couples, with 1 bedroom and 2 bathrooms. Off-road parking is available for one car. The kitchen has an electric oven and induction hob, fridge, microwave and dishwasher, as well as a washing machine and dryer. While children are not allowed to stay at this accommodation, babes-in-arms and one well-behaved pet are welcome with a highchair and travel cot available. There are TVs on each floor of the cottage and WiFi is provided.
3. Swanpool, Great Field Lodges
Location: Braunton, Devon
Best for: private short break for couples on the North Devon coast
When it comes to a couple retreat to the coast, Devon should never be overlooked! If you want an exclusive lodge on the North Devon coast, Swanpool at Great Field Lodges should come high on your accommodation list. This ground-floor lodge is bright and airy with an open-plan design and big French doors and windows in all directions.
Your dog can also join you sun lounging outside the lodge or sniffing around the beautiful lawned garden. The property is fully fenced so you’ll be able to relax in peace, even if your dog is not on a lead. A private hot tub on the decked area is a special feature of this lovely lodge, so you can top each night off under the stars while your tired dog rests near you.
Saunton Sands is less than 2 miles away. Surfing and strolling on this gorgeous, dog-friendly sandy beach on one day and trekking in the North Devon Coast AONB on another day will make for a great itinerary if your last-minute break involves a 3-night stay, with room to explore the other charms of Devon’s countryside with your dog.
Facilities: Swanpool in Great Field Lodges sleeps two guests with a king-sized, en-suite bedroom. The bathroom has a free-standing bath and a separate shower cubicle. The open-plan area connects between the living, kitchen and dining areas. In the living area, there is a TV with a sofa and armchair, and WiFi is provided. The kitchen appliances include an electric oven and hob, fridge with icebox, dishwasher, microwave and a coffee machine. In the decked area outside the lodge, an outdoor dining setup and 2 sun loungers are provided, as well as a hot tub with a private garden area. There is parking for 2 cars.
4. Burncoose House
Location: Redruth, Cornwall
Best for: large group gatherings or special celebrations in a luxurious environment
Fancy a few days off in Cornwall with your loved ones (this includes your four-legged friend) in a dog-friendly, Grade II-listed Georgian manor house? Burncoose House will do the job nicely, offering your group an exclusive and luxurious stay experience, just like you’re in a movie or period drama! It might be a short break, but the memories from this special holiday will last forever…
30 acres of mature garden on the Caerhays Estate lets you indulge in colourful spring blossom and walks between woodland and ponds. You can even have a go at croquet or cricket matches on the lawn in front of the house! If you want time inside, chill on a large sofa or read on comfy armchairs in the drawing room. In colder months, everyone can gather for a cuppa in the reception rooms, which feature open fires. Outside of the estate, a range of water sports activities are available on the rivers Fal and Stithians, easily accessible from this lovely property.
Facilities: Burncoose House sleeps up to 14 people with 6 bedrooms featuring en-suite bathrooms, and an annex with a shower room. Up to 2 pets are accepted. The kitchen is equipped with a large Falcon range cooker with ceramic hob and double oven, fridge freezer, microwave and dishwasher. The washing machine and tumble dryer are also in the same area. While the breakfast table in the kitchen can seat up to 6 people, the main table in the dining room can accommodate up to 16 guests with open fire, perfect for a special celebration. A range of family entertainment is available throughout the property, for example, a 55-inch Smart TV and integrated music system in the drawing room; a billiard table, disco ball and sound system in the conservatory; and another 55-inch Smart TV, projector and screen, plus a wide selection of books and DVDs in the Library.
5. Sykes Cottages Coed Derw Isaf
Location: Betws-y-Coed, North Wales
Best for: family retreat and an adventure to Snowdonia National Park
This lovely pet-friendly holiday cottage has everything you need. From plenty of seating areas to a country-style kitchen with range cooker and a big wooden dining table, perfect for family entertainment, like a game of cards or board game after dinner. Talking of entertainment, everyone can watch Smart TV with free satellite and Netflix as well!
Located in Betws-y-Coed, often called the ‘Gateway to Snowdonia National Park’, when you stay at Sykes Cottages Coed Derw Isaf you will be fully immersed in north Wales. From a stroll in the village to a bus ride to Pen-y-Pass for a serious hike to the top of Mount Snowdon, let your family adventure to Snowdonia unfold. Of course, wherever you pick for a day out, it’s so easy for your pooch to tag along!
Facilities: Sykes Cottages Coed Derw Isaf sleeps up to 8 people with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, and 4 cars can park off-road at the front of the holiday cottage. The semi-enclosed garden gives visitors (and pets) the chance to enjoy the environs of the cottage. The cottage has a wood-burning stove in the sitting room, with oil central heating. Kitchen facilities include an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and freezer, filter coffee machine, wine cooler and dishwasher. For any babies, a highchair and travel cot are available.
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Please note that while these properties may be available at short notice as last-minute breaks, we still recommend you book as soon as possible in order to avoid disappointment. At Breakfree Holidays, we can help you choose the best dog-friendly accommodation available for your last-minute planning. Simply visit our website and search, and you’ll find all the late availability cottages, covering some of the country’s most popular holiday regions, with all the essential information you need on one page – including property information, price and reviews from previous guests!