Dog Friendly Holiday Cottages in England

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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2 Bedroom Bed in Wellington  (00467), Wellington
2 Bedroom Bed in Wellington (00467)

Wellington, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 2 Yes

The gorgeous, converted barn is set in a peaceful location, giving you the opportunity to fully switch off and relax. The area is a haven for walkers, with both the Quantock Hills and Blackdown Hills within 10 miles of the property. Its central location makes it perfect for day trips to both the north and south coast, to seaside resorts such as Burnham-on-Sea (27 miles) and Exmouth (32 miles). The historic town of Tiverton (15.5 miles) has some great independent shops and eateries and is a fantastic place to pick up local produce. The detached property is set across one level and enjoys tranquil views over open fields. The light and airy open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner is full of character, with exposed beams and flashes of colourful soft furnishings to add style and personality. Dine together around the chic dining table, before retiring to the sofas with a glass of wine and your favourite film on the Smart TV. Outside, there’s an enclosed walled courtyard with relaxing views across the field to the church beyond. Dine outdoors on a summer’s night, before cracking open the bubbly and sinking into your own private hot tub. A walk in the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the perfect way to appreciate the area’s magnificent landscape. Lose yourself in the wilderness of the vast, open heathland and go wildlife watching with a stomp through ancient woodlands. Enjoy a day at the seaside at Burnham-on-Sea, which boasts one of the longest sandy beaches in Europe. After sandcastle building and an ice cream on the esplanade, climb to the top of the Brean Down headland to marvel at the 360-degree views over the Bristol Channel and Somerset Levels.

Weekly prices from £602.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Wells (VESPE), Wells
2 Bedroom Bed in Wells (VESPE)

Wells, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 2 Yes

RIGHT IN THE HEART OF HISTORIC WELLS WITH LOVELY CATHEDRAL VIEWS. BRAND NEW KITCHEN AND BATHROOM. This spacious terraced cottage has lovely views of the Cathedral and is perfect for those looking for things to do on your doorstep. Wells is the smallest city in England and is steeped in history. Enjoy some lovely strolls around the ancient streets including Vicars Close, the oldest, complete, continuously inhabited medieval street in Europe, The Bishops Palace and the famous market. There is also a choice of popular pubs, restaurants, shops and leisure facilities. At the foot of the Mendip Hills, you will also be close to attractions to suit all tastes which include Roman Bath, Clarks Village at Street, Wookey Hole, Cheddar Gorge and the beaches on the north coast which are 10 miles away. Recently redecorated throughout with a brand new kitchen and bathroom, the former grain store with some original flagstones offers TWO bedrooms: both with views, 1 double with en-suite WC and1 twin (additional bed available suitable for small children only). Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC. Lounge: with TV and DVD. Dining room: with additional seating, flatscreen Smart TV/DVD. Kitchen: low level ceiling with cooker, fridge/freezer, washing machine and microwave. Outside: small patio area at rear with seating. Amenities: Bed linen, electric, central heating and Wi-Fi included. Regret no smoking. 2 Dogs welcome. Location: beach 10 miles, shops and pubs all walking distance.

Weekly prices from £441.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Charmouth  (50033), Bridport
2 Bedroom Bed in Charmouth (50033)

Bridport, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 1 Yes

Ideally situated along the meeting point of the Dorset and East Devon Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this light and fresh bungalow makes a relaxing holiday home for four guests. Ideal for a family seeking a serene Dorset retreat, this tastefully decorated property is just a few miles from the delightful coastal village of Charmouth and the seaside town of Lyme Regis. A lovely holiday base whether you want to explore coast or countryside, this spacious detached bungalow is a wonderfully idyllic getaway. This welcoming and refreshing cottage features a cosy lounge with plenty of seating and a TV and DVD, making it an ideal space to unwind in with a movie or a good book at the end of a great day out. The fully equipped kitchen/diner is perfect for rustling up your favourite meals, and has a lovely sociable dining table with plenty of space. Exploring this bright and inviting property further, there are two peaceful bedrooms: a double and a twin, as well as a handy dressing room/cot room and a stylish shower room. Outside, a step leads down into the enclosed back garden. With a lawn, pretty flower borders and a sunny terrace with plenty of outdoor furniture and a BBQ, this is a lovely space to relax on a wonderful summer’s day. Charmouth (3 miles) has a range of great shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as a pretty, unspoilt beach famous for its fossils, which you can find out about in the Charmouth Heritage Centre. Lyme Regis is just along the coast (4 miles), home to Langmoor and Lister Gardens, the Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium, several beautiful beaches and Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. Local attractions include Axe Valley Wildlife Park (4 miles), Forde Abbey House and Gardens (7 miles) and Beer Quarry Caves (13 miles).

Weekly prices from £515.00

3 Bedroom Bed in Beaminster  (50738), Beaminster
3 Bedroom Bed in Beaminster (50738)

Beaminster, Dorset and Somerset

4 3 1 Yes

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life with this charming, thatched cottage in a picture-postcard village location. Sleeping five, this period home is brimming with character from its quarry tiled floor to its beamed ceiling, cottage windows and cosy wood burner. Spend your days exploring the surrounding countryside and villages on foot or bicycle before returning for an evening BBQ in the picturesque south-facing walled garden. Inside this chocolate-box cottage lies a wealth of charm and appeal in every room. The delightful kitchen/diner is equipped with an AGA for cooking delicious family meals, while the utility room next door offers additional storage space. With its large inglenook fireplace, wood burner, beamed ceiling and invitingly plump sofas, the lounge is a cosy space in which to relax and unwind at the end of the day. Cottage-style stairs lead up to three delightful bedrooms and a family bathroom. When the sun is shining, head outside and up a few steps into the glorious walled garden to enjoy an al fresco meal surrounded by perfumed plants while four-legged friends make themselves at home. Perfect for walkers, cyclists and dogs, this charming property is ideally located for scenic walks and cycles with breathtaking views along the way. Visit the local sights of Pilsdon Pen (3.5 miles), Ham Hill (15 miles) and the Cerne Abbas Giant (17.5 miles) before returning to the village for a bite to eat in the friendly pub. Head south to the Jurassic Coast to explore the seaside towns of West Bay (8 miles), Seaton (19 miles) and Lyme Regis (15 miles) or spend a day on the sand at Hive Beach (9.5 miles).

Weekly prices from £604.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Beaminster  (50884), Beaminster
2 Bedroom Bed in Beaminster (50884)

Beaminster, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 1 Yes

Set in a leafy location on a working farm, this spacious barn conversion is a peaceful rural retreat in the picturesque Dorset countryside. Sleeping four, this stylish property boasts a large open-plan living space complete with a cosy wood burner for those chilly evenings. When you’re not dining alfresco on the pretty terrace, explore the beautiful surrounding countryside with its charming villages or enjoy a day out at the Jurassic Coast. Sympathetically converted, this charming cottage retains plenty of original features from exposed beams to stone walls and high vaulted ceilings. Spend quality family time together in the spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, which opens onto the terrace through extensive patio doors. Cook up a storm in the delightful country-style kitchen before dining at the antique table and settling in for a cosy evening beside the roaring wood burner. Two charming bedrooms share a stylish Jack and Jill bathroom. Step outside from the living area onto a sunny terrace complete with furniture and a BBQ or dine on the shared raised deck beyond that looks out across grazing sheep and lambs. Tucked away in the peaceful Dorset countryside, this rural retreat is surrounded by fields of cows and sheep. Set out on foot or bicycle to explore the surrounding countryside and villages, including Lewesdon Hill and Stoke Abbott (1.5 miles). Take to the coast to explore its quaint towns and villages, fossil-rich bays and wide windswept beaches, the likes of which include Lyme Regis (15 miles), Charmouth (12 miles) and West Bay (7.5 miles).

Weekly prices from £535.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Wedmore  (51342), Wedmore
2 Bedroom Bed in Wedmore (51342)

Wedmore, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 1 Yes

Located in a beautiful part of Somerset and conveniently positioned for experiencing some of the best that this county has to offer. The delightful town of Wedmore is just two miles away and boasts popular pubs, coffee shops and specialist shops. You will have a vast choice of walks virtually on the doorstep, plus cycle routes or perhaps bird watching at RSPB reserve Ham Wall, eight miles away. Close to Wells, with its famous cathedral and shopping area and Burnham-on-Sea with its golden sandy beaches, seaside shops, restaurants and Cheddar, with its famous Gorge to the north. A perfect position to visit an array of places for all ages and tastes. On entering this converted stone barn, you are met by an open-plan kitchen/diner which overlooks the courtyard and has many character features which include exposed beams and some exposed stone walls. The kitchen area is perfect for lighter meals and has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine and dishwasher. This leads to the lounge, with woodburner (first basket of logs included - further can be purchased from the owner), where you can relax with a good book or take time to watch your favourite TV (with firestick) programme. There are two bedrooms one double with a door to the pretty cottage style garden and one twin bedroom. There is also a shower room with shower and WC. Venturing outside from doors either in the lounge or double bedroom you will find yourself on the private and secluded terrace, a perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine or some outside dining with garden furniture. Or relax in the hot tub and enjoy a peaceful evening in the cottage style enclosed garden. To the front of the property and accessed via French doors in the lounge is a private terrace with seating. You are also welcome to use the mature orchard which leads down to a stream, which is a perfect place to enjoy beautiful sunsets in the late summer evenings.

Weekly prices from £668.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Wheddon Cross  (51770), Minehead
2 Bedroom Bed in Wheddon Cross (51770)

Minehead, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 1 Yes

Set around the yard of the owner’s small farm it is perfect for those seeking peace and quiet, but also the perfect base to explore this stunning area of Exmoor and Somerset. From the top gate of the farm, guests can walk up to the summit of Dunkery Beacon, where the views are far-reaching. The local village of Wheddon Cross is a short distance away and has a well-stocked local shop, pub and is most renowned for its displays of snowdrops in February each year. Visit the Medieval town of Dunster with its variety of shops, cafes and castle. Other points of interest include the West Somerset Steam Railway, Valley of the Rocks and Lynton and Lynmouth with its water powered cliff railway. On entering this cottage, you will go straight into the lounge which is a perfect place to enjoy time with family and friends where you can all enjoy watching a movie on the TV/DVD. In the summer, you can open the stable door to let the outside in and in the cooler months light the wood burner for a cosier feel. Two steps lead down to a separate kitchen/diner which is a perfect room to enjoy some family meals together and is well-equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge with ice compartment. Heading upstairs you will find two twin bedrooms (which can be made up as super king-size zip-and-link on request), one of the bedrooms has a small balcony. The family shower room is also on this floor and has a shower and WC. Regret no children under the age of 16. Venturing outside through the stable door guests will find an enclosed decked area with seating, here you can enjoy the warm Somerset evenings and the far-reaching views. Proceed down three steps to the small enclosed garden where you can relax and enjoy a glass of wine. In a separate building, you will find individual lockable store cupboards for bikes and surf boards, laundry facilities and even a hose and a sink with hot water for washing your four legged friends. With dogs in mind there is also a useful dog kennel and run located below the decking steps.

Weekly prices from £472.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Shaftesbury  (52105), Warminster
2 Bedroom Bed in Shaftesbury (52105)

Warminster, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 1 Yes

This bright and airy property is one of two barns set around a pretty courtyard, which is adjacent to the owner’s 17th Century farmhouse, once part of the Stourhead estate. Set within a 50 acre sheep farm on the Dorset//Somerset and Wiltshire borders, there are endless walks, cycle routes and flora and fauna to explore around the property, where you may also spot some of the owners horses. The barn is ideally situated for touring, being only a stone’s throw from Longleat House, Center Park and Safari Park, The Stourhead Estate and Stonehenge. The picturesque towns of Shaftesbury, Mere, Wincanton and Bruton are also within easy reach and offer a good selection of pubs, cafes and boutique shops. On entering this single storey detached barn you are met by a spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The stylish kitchen area is well-equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, and microwave. The lounge space offers a TV and DVD, making this the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day spent exploring this picturesque area. To the left of the lounge is a double bedroom, which overlooks the pretty courtyard. Heading back through the kitchen you will find the contemporary bathroom, which has a shower over bath and WC. There is also a bright and airy twin bedroom. Outside you will find a small open terrace with garden furniture and climbing roses, plus a gravel courtyard and patio with garden furniture, the perfect spot to relax and unwind. There is off-road parking for one car adjacent to the property. Across the yard, you can find further areas to sit and relax, there is an enclosed paddock, the perfect area for the pooches. Leisurely walks can be taken through the owner’s land, with beautiful views across open countryside down to the summerhouse by the lake, where you can partake in a spot of fishing. Bluebells adorn the woods in season.

Weekly prices from £513.00

2 Bedroom Bed in Sherborne  (53673), Sherborne
2 Bedroom Bed in Sherborne (53673)

Sherborne, Dorset and Somerset

4 2 1 Yes

Get away from it all with a stay in this single-storey cottage in an idyllic riverside setting. Set in a tranquil location just 8 miles from historic Sherborne, this is a fantastic choice for walkers, cyclists and wildlife lovers. Sleeping four, the accommodation is cosy and welcoming inside with a warming wood burner, and picturesque outside with a sunny terrace, BBQ and river views. Rustle up delicious family meals in the spacious country-style kitchen which contains everything you could need and overlooks the garden. Once prepared, enjoy dinners together in the delightful dining area before firing up the wood burner in the lounge and settling in for a cosy evening of films or TV with the family. With extensive windows and a patio door opening onto the garden, this room is a pleasant spot in which to relax all day long. Both bedrooms have been finished in calming neutral tones with pretty soft furnishings to ensure a restful night’s sleep for all. Outside, enjoy summer BBQs on the terrace while four-legged guests make the most of the enclosed lawn garden, bordered by pretty flower beds. Surrounded by beautiful, unspoilt countryside, quaint villages and welcoming pubs, this pocket of Dorset is a haven for walkers. Positioned on the edge of the pretty village of Chetnole, a popular pub and useful convenience store are just 1 mile from the property. A little further afield, Sherborne is home to a beautiful abbey and fantastic selection of independent shops, cafes and restaurants. Meanwhile, the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site lies just 23 miles to the south, boasting fantastic beaches, quaint towns and villages and of course the breathtaking South West Coast Path.

Weekly prices from £524.00