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.
436 properties found
Camber, South of England
6 3 2 Yes
This beautifully decorated property is located just a few minutes’ walk from the large beach at Camber Sands, the perfect location for a seaside holiday. The beach goes on for miles, so even on busier days it won’t be too difficult to find a spot to yourself. There is an assortment of beach shops, stocking all your essentials, including buckets and spades, towels, inflatables and ice creams. All of this is practically on your door step. This Camber Sands property is light and spacious, with contemporary styling. Younger guests will immediately make themselves at home as they discover the snug room, a great space for having fun, with its games console, Smart TV, DVD and Blu-ray player, as well as a range of games and books. Leaving the snug you will pass the WC on your way to the kitchen/diner with its large table, electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine with pods, dishwasher, washer/dryer and Bluetooth enabled music system. Guests can also relax here on the sofa or chairs which look out over the garden. Taking the stairs to the first floor, you will find a spacious lounge with L-shaped sofa, as well as a sofa-bed which can be an extra sleeping space for occasional use. In this room there is a 3D Smart TV and DVD/Blu-ray player. Next door is the master bedroom suite, with its super-king-size bed, which can be converted to two single beds upon request at time of booking, and en-suite shower room. A second set of stairs take you to the upper floor where the second bedroom also benefits from a super-king-sized bed, which can be converted to two single beds upon request at time of booking. The third bedroom has two single beds (these can be made up to super-king bed with topper, on request at time of booking), each with their own resident teddy bear. The perfect child friendly holiday home with so much flexibility for the family. The garden is accessed through the French doors in the kitchen, and is a contemporary space with a seaside feel. There is a decked area with furniture that gives way to a shingled space, perfect for setting up your sun lounger or enjoying an al fresco meal. The shed at the end of the garden houses a sun lounger, beach chairs, a picnic cooler and many beach toys and do feel free to store all your beach equipment throughout your stay. There are parking spaces for two cars.
Weekly prices from £1,160.00
Bexhill On Sea, South of England
6 3 3 Yes
This spacious family home is located on the seafront at Bexhill-on-Sea. Bexhill is a splendid seaside town, where you can find the iconic De La Warr Pavilion housing an award-winning gallery and exhibition space. The seaside town has much to offer visitors, including a range of shops and a large choice of eateries, from fashionable cafe-bars to cosy coffee shops and, of course, fish and chip shops. Further afield, the coastal towns of Hastings and Eastbourne are within respective 15 minute and 30-minute drives away. Steps lead up to the front door of this seafront property and the feeling of spaciousness and light immediately hits you. The lounge continues in this theme, with light flooding in from the windows which have views across to the sea. There are comfortable sofas and chairs in this room, as well as a TV and DVD player. Moving through double doors to the open-plan kitchen/dining room, you will find a dining table seating for up to eight people, and all the conveniences you would expect, including electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Taking the turned stairs to the first floor a bedroom with king-size bed and the somewhat unexpected bonus of a table football set! Another bedroom with twin beds, and a selection of children’s books. The main bathroom is on this floor and has a shower over the bath, plus a separate shower room. On the second floor you will discover the double-aspect master bedroom, with its superb sea views which can be enjoyed from your king-size bed. The bathroom on this floor has a shower over the bath. To the rear of the property, accessed through the kitchen, is a small courtyard garden with table and chairs for two.
Weekly prices from £787.00
Frant, South of England
6 3 3 Yes
This spacious property is located close to the village of Frant, a rural village with a bowling green and pubs which offers a wonderful retreat from the daily grind. The upmarket town of Royal Tunbridge Wells is just a short ten-minute drive away, so you are not completely remote here. The town offers a splendid place to spend a day wandering the gorgeous Georgian colonnade, The Pantiles, exploring the shops and stopping at one of the restaurants or cafes. Enter the property through the front door and you will immediately be aware of the sense of space and light that runs throughout the house. To your left, you will find the large open-plan living space, with lounge/dining room/kitchen. The lounge area is the hub of the house, with its two sofas, armchair and open fire which keeps the property lovely and warm in winter. There is a TV, DVD player and multi-media centre here, as well as Wi-Fi internet access. Behind the lounge area, there is a large wooden dining table which overlooks the kitchen area with its oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge with ice compartment. Large windows run along one whole side of this room, including the patio doors which lead onto the garden. A door from the lounge takes you to a corridor, from which the three bedrooms are located. There is a king-size bed with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath, and a further bedroom with two single beds and an en-suite wet room with automatic lighting and shower. At the end of the hall, there are two steps down to the master bedroom suite which has a king-size bed, its own TV and DVD player, an en-suite shower room and a comfortable seating area with sofa. This room even has its own patio area, which is accessed through French doors. Outside the property is a large brick patio area, with a table and six chairs, overlooking the surrounding countryside. There is parking for three cars.
Weekly prices from £1,037.00
Ashford, South of England
6 3 1 Yes
Perfectly located to explore all of the lovely things that Kent has to offer, this charming farm cottage is in the pretty village of Aldington, just eight miles south-east of the bustling town of Ashford. Here you can visit the huge designer outlet shopping centre as well as the more traditional high street, and in the nearby city of Canterbury, you can browse a fantastic selection of independent shops as well as visiting the cathedral and timber-framed buildings along its medieval cobbled streets. The area is home to a wealth of National Trust properties including Chartwell, the former home of Winston Churchill, Knole House and Smallhythe Place, as well as the romantic castles of Leeds, Hever and Bodiam. Head to the coast where you will find glorious beaches and small fishing villages dotted along the coast as well as the larger resorts of Whitstable and Margate. As you enter the property, you will be greeted by a small hall area, perfect to leave coats and boots. Just beyond is a cosy lounge with traditional wooden beams, comfortable sofas and wood burner, as well as a TV/DVD and family games for relaxing evenings at home. This lead into a well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen/diner with range-style electric oven and gas hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and coffee machine as well as a separate utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer a WC and sink. A double bedroom, bathroom with shower over bath and WC complete the ground floor, along with a cosy snug with sofa, TV and a selection of books. Upstairs there are two further bedrooms, a double and a twin with sofa. Most of the rooms in the house have wonderful views across the surrounding countryside, dotted with livestock from neighbouring farms. Outside there is a garden with table and chairs for al fresco dining as well as a built-in charcoal BBQ, under a covered area. There is private parking for one car.
Weekly prices from £694.00
Brockenhurst, South of England
6 3 2 Yes
This gorgeous property, situated in the charming village of Brockenhurst, is the ideal location for a group holiday. With so many activities to enjoy in the New Forest National Park and quaint village pubs to explore, theres plenty of fun to be had. The property sleeps up to six people, with three double bedrooms, and welcomes one dog along for the adventure. The enclosed rear garden is the perfect place to catch up over a glass of wine at the end of the day. The open-plan kitchen/lounge/diner provides a great social setting and, with its corner sofa, woodburner and TV, the lounge is a great area to relax in with some tasty snacks and a group movie. There are also TVs available in each of the three bedrooms for the option of a quieter evening should you wish. Doors from the lounge take you straight out to the enclosed garden where a charcoal BBQ can be set up for a spot of al fresco dining. The property has a contemporary feel to it and has been thoughtfully decorated with wooden features to complement the flooring and neutral decor. New Forest ponies and cattle roam the village of Brockenhurst, giving you a true taste of the countryside. Walk the 7-mile South Taste Trail from Brockenhurst and stop in on the many pubs along the way, including the New Forest Cider shop for the cider lovers amongst you. The historic town of Lymington is just 5 miles away and holds a traditional street market every Saturday. Take a walk through the old towns cobbled streets or head to the quay to see the luxury yachts.
Weekly prices from £1,389.00
Eastbourne, South of England
6 3 2 Yes
A spacious, contemporary three-storey home with wonderful sea views makes the ideal spot for a family getaway in the Victorian seaside town of Eastbourne. It is situated close to the seafront, and it is a few minutes walk from the Sovereign leisure complex, with a variety of swimming pools, plus a nearby park with boating lake. The property’s three bedrooms offer ample space for a family of six to settle in, and the comfortable beds will be well earned after a day of exploring the beautiful East Sussex countryside. Enter the property into the versatile kitchen/diner, which has all you need to feed six hungry mouths. The large circular dining table is the perfect spot for the entire family to dine. French doors lead out onto an enclosed garden, where you can opt to dine alfresco instead. On the first floor, you’ll find a lounge area with comfy sofas and Sky TV, perfect for unwinding in at the end of a long, fun day. The property is made up of two twin bedrooms and one king-size master, ensuring there’s space for mum and dad to relax whilst the kids settle into their own bedrooms. The master bedroom also has an en-suite for added privacy. Less than half a mile to get to the beach, this property is the perfect seaside spot. Older kids will be excited to find nearby water sports including windsurfing, dinghy sailing, and raft building.. Plan a night out at the stylish Sovereign Harbourside, which has a multiplex cinema and various family-friendly restaurants, as well as glorious views as the boats come and go. A must-visit for outdoors-loving kids is the iconic South Downs spot of Beachy Head, where you can observe the wonderful chalky cliffs of the South Coast. The Seven Sisters (8 miles) also offers an abundance of amazing walking routes of varying difficulty.
Weekly prices from £818.00
Eastbourne, South of England
6 3 2 Yes
This three-storey family home has a delightfully contemporary interior. The use of space has been thoughtfully designed with an open-plan living/dining/kitchen area that keeps the holiday mood social. It is located in the Little Chelsea area of Eastbourne, half a mile from the town centre, which has won acclaim for its artisan range of restaurants and bars. The South Downs National Park is just to the west of town with a 2-mile cliff-top path to reach Beachy Head’s fabulous views – a great reward for your efforts. Of course, you may choose to relax on the wide shingle beach, try some people watching from a cafe on the Sovereign Harbour. There is plenty to entertain the family at Sovereign Leisure Centre and Fort Fun for the little ones. Every room in this delightful cottage has a nautical feel, and with an open-plan living area, you can keep a social holiday theme going whether cooking, dining or relaxing on the sumptuous sofas. Upstairs, you will three bedrooms (the master bedroom, and further upstairs a double and twin), one of which has an en-suite shower room. Outside, you will find an enclosed courtyard garden for al fresco dining and after-dinner drinks and conversation. Pevensey Castle is a fabulous day out for everyone with English history just oozing from the ancient walls; dungeons to explore, ghosts to catch a glimpse of and beautiful grounds to walk and have fun and games in. There is a cafe and restaurant for well-deserved breaks and even the occasional medieval joust; at a little less than 6 milesaway, it can be walked to if you want a big adventure. Further afield, Hastings (14 miles) continues the historical theme with boutique shops and cafes to add to your day.
Weekly prices from £704.00
Pevensey, South of England
6 3 2 Yes
A holiday home for all generations seeking quality time together in a traditional coastal location, and the dog can go too – he even gets a welcome basket! This spacious, seafront property has direct access onto the beach and is bright, light and inviting as well as being practical. Pevensey Bay is half a mile along the beach with its shops, restaurants and bars, however, if it’s just sun, sea and essentials you need, it is all on your doorstep. This is a fabulous setting for some much-needed family time. The few steps up to the property have a handrail and there is a spacious hallway for kicking off sandy shoes and boots. The open-plan living room encourages social time, someone can pour your wine while you cook, and you can all share the stunning ocean views. Scoop up the dishes and move outside to dine alfresco, followed by some shared stories around the fire pit with the children, or a romantic moonlit walk on the beach. No stairs to climb here, from sumptuous sofas to divine beds, you can stay in relaxed mode 24/7 and just venture back outside for breakfast. Life can be a breeze when you choose the perfect holiday home. A mile inland is Pevensey Castle, a lovely place for a day out with dungeons to explore and beautiful grounds to meander through. There is a restaurant and even the occasional medieval joust too. If you enjoy a family walk, the famous Long Man of Wilmington, which is carved out in the rocks, has incredible views from the top. Drusilla’s Country Park hosts a haven of animals and a splash park and is popular with children - both are only 10 miles away.
Weekly prices from £1,065.00
Folkestone, South of England
6 3 2 Yes
Located in the seaside village of Sandgate and just a short walk from the beach and a range of excellent restaurants, pubs, boutique cafes and independent shops, a stay at this property offers coastal charm, rural beauty and historical interest in a cosy, convenient setting, and only a short train journey from central London. This is an ideal base for exploring the local area and beautiful Kent countryside: the Cinque Ports towns of Hythe, the Folkestone Harbour Arm, Dover Castle, Port Lympne Safari Park, the Battle of Britain Memorial site at Capel Le Ferne and Canterbury are all great options for half-day excursions. For those with an interest in outdoor activities, water sports on the sea and canal, walking or biking on the Kentish Downs or White Cliffs of Dover and even yoga on the beach are in easy reach. Bike hire is available within walking distance. Upon entering this stylishly-decorated cottage, you will find a welcoming and spacious hallway leading to a cosy, comfortable lounge (with wood burner and Smart TV), then on to the enclosed courtyard garden. The kitchen is fully-equipped with an electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, dishwasher and washing machine, and a light-filled family dining area with seating for everyone. French doors also open onto the sheltered courtyard. The first bedroom is on the ground floor, a lovely double with a compact and separate bathroom with shower over bath and WC. The staircase from the lounge leads up to the first floor and the remaining bedrooms: one with full-sized bunk beds, and the master bedroom with a double bed and a sea view. There is also a shower room with shower and WC. Heading outside from either the lounge or kitchen you will have access to a fully enclosed courtyard garden with garden furniture to relax after a busy day exploring. There is driveway parking for one car at the front of the property. Additional parking is available in a public car park less than a minute walk from the property (charges apply).
Weekly prices from £735.00