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Pet-friendly self-catering country cottages and holidays in the UK and Ireland

Most of us hate the idea of leaving pets behind or at the kennels. Some pets, especially dogs, will grieve for the entire holiday and often sulk for days following your return - and who can blame them! The idea of being able to take your dog on holiday sounds attractive.
A self-catering holiday cottage where pets are welcomed could be a boon. Dogs are generally used to travelling in a car and can be taken on holiday without too much bother. You will need to ensure a supply of drinking water and occasional stops for your pet.	Dogs welcome self-catering cottage at The Alders near Alton Towers. 5 star, large 6 bedroomed (sleeps 13) cottage, safe for dogs, with paddocks and stables (so bring your horses) with fishing rights, close to Alton Towers, on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire Border. Click on the photograph of these dog friendly cottage. For country cottages where you can take your horse, click here
Self-catering holiday cottages - all year round - that accept more than one dog
The following list of dog-friendly self-catering cottages is useful for those people who have more than one doggy friend to take on holiday with them. It's often difficult to find somewhere suitable but the following cottages will accept 2 or more dogs. Please call the cottage owners to confirm how many dogs they will accept because it can depend on the breed of dog. 1 dog welcome - please take a look at our pet-friendly holiday cottages page 2 dogs only welcome Deansbrook Cottage, sleeps 6. Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire Ivy House, luxury self-catering in Ludlow for up to 4, 2 dogs welcome Woolpack Farm Cottage - Cumbria Gillbank Cottage - Cumbria Sawmill Cottage, sleeps 4, Ravenglass, Cumbria Orchards self-catering apartment - Cumbria - sleeps 4 Fisherground cottages and log cabins - Cumbria - variety of cottages Primrose Cottage, sleeps 4, Yorkshire Dales - accepts up to 2 dogs Briarcroft Fishing Lodge sleeps 4 near Preston Lanc, 2 dogs welcome Champernhayes Cottage Complex - Dorset (may allow 3 small dogs) Bakers Mill Cottages Beaminster Dorset - 2 dogs welcome North Lee Country Cottages in north Devon - 2 dogs per cottage The Lodge, Tiverton, Devon - sleeps 4 to 6 , max 2 dogs. Woodcombe Lodges - Somerset - variety of cottages Rofield Barn - Gloucestershire - sleeps 8 Priory Cottage - Cheltenham Gloucestershire - sleeps 4 Lavenders Cottage - Norfolk - sleeps 6 Yew Tree Cottage near Harleston, Norfolk sleeps 2-3, 2 dogs welcome The Alders near Alton Towers accept 2 or even more dogs by arrangement Sea Breeze, 3 bedroom bungalow in Clacton on Sea - 2 dogs welcome Beach Cottage in Clacton - sleeps 2, up to 2 dogs most welcome Brackenbury Cottage in Snowdonia, north Wales - sleep 2-4 Rossie Ochil House near Perth Scotland, sleeps up to 14, 2 dogs welcome Hindon self-catering cottage, on Hindon Organic Farm in Somerset, sleeps 2 to 6 people, accepts 2 dogs by arrangement Pet-friendly self-catering apartment in Matlock Derbyshire - up to 2 dogs   >>> Click for additonal pet-friendly self-catering cottages where up to 2 dogs are allowed Self-catering cottages which accept several dogs: Westerlix Cottage in Killin, Perthshire, mid Scotland welcome up to 3 dogs Melharbour, Admiral's Suite - Argyll or Strathclyde, Scotland sleep 2-6 New Farm - Leicestershire - sleeps up to 9 Sycamore Cottage - Leicestershire sleeps 6 Elms Farm Holidays, 1 bedroom cottage in Leicestershire -sleeps 2 Millhouse holiday cottages near Grantham, 2 bedroom cottages, up to 3 dogs by arrangement Old Barn Cottages in Lincolnshire - accept up to 4 dogs free of charge Coachman's Cottage- the Old Stables - Derbyshire sleeps 5-7 Hipsley Farm Cottages - Warwickshire - variety of sizes Old Dairy - Yorkshire - sleeps 4 The Old Manor (sleeps up to 10) - Norfolk Gorse Lodge - Nottinghamshire - sleeps 10 Gladwins Farm - Suffolk - variety of cottages The Stable - Gloucestershire - sleeps 2-5 Meadowbrook Farm Cottages near Thame, Oxon, accept up to 3 dogs 5 star 4 bedroom Rofield Barn, Cheltenham, Cotswolds accept up to 3 dogs Duddings Cottages - Somerset - variety of cottages Ashford Old Farm in Somerset sleeps up to 20 - accepts up to 5 or 6 dogs Hindon self-catering cottage, on Hindon Organic Farm in Somerset, sleeps 2 to 6 people, accepts up to 3 dogs by arrangement Brandy House Farm, Knighton, Powys - sleeps 6 Stoodley Barn near Ashburton, Devon - sleeps 4, up to 3 dogs welcome Talehay Cottages near Looe and Polperro in Cornwall accept up to 4 dogs per cottage. Selection of cottages available. Court Farm cottages in Cornwall - 2 dogs most welcome Smithy Cottage nr the Yorkshire coast accepts 2 to 3 dogs depending on breed of dog. The cottage sleeps 4 Blue Door Cottages near Bridgewater, Somerset - 2 large dogs or 3 smallish and hopefully all well behaved and preferably no smelly dogs. >>> Click here for more cottages that welcome up to 3 dogs Click here for cottages where up to 5 dogs are allowed
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Do give some thought to your destination and what you plan to do there. A sheep chasing dog in the countryside is not welcomed by anyone, nor is a dog that gets left behind to cause damage in a cottage because he's not used to being left for lengthy periods whilst you visit the local attractions.

Most dog owners are very responsible people and will not allow their dog to cause damage or mess. Many cottage owners who welcome pets will have experience of keeping pets themselves and be sympathetic. They may even have additional facilities for them. They will be able to advise you about the best places to walk your dog and of a suitable vet in case of emergency.

Of course it is possible to take other types of pets on holiday with you but it is not always advisable. Cats do not respond well to change and may escape in a strange environment. The factors to consider are:

• the well-being of your dog or pet
• possible damage to the cottage by your dog or other pet
• effect on your enjoyment by taking your dog with you
• cost of leaving your dog or pet behind

If taking your pet will cause you undue stress then leave it suitably provided for at home. You can always ring to enquire about its welfare. And, if you plan to take any other pet on holiday apart from a dog, do check with the owners of the property first.

Pet-friendly self-catering cottages in Scotland

It's a pet's life at Melfort Pier and Harbour (on the west coast of Scotland in Highlands and Islands) - comfortable  pet-friendly 5 Star Lochside houses which sleep up 2-6, with a sauna and spa bath for the owners!  There is hill walking and a private beach for the dogs - not to mention the underfloor heating - to warm up those paws! Several small well-behaved dogs accompanied by owners are welcome.  Tel: +44(0)1852 200 333 for a brochure.
Dog friendly holiday cottages, west coast of Scotland Also, in Argyll, on the west coast of Scotland, Lochead Cottage (sleeps 6) is one of several in this beautiful and remote area, on the coast, where you can find total and utter peace and relaxation.  This is the ultimate getaway for stressed city folk.  Disappear into anonymity and just enjoy the simple life walking with your dogs along the shore and relax in this traditional Scottish cottage.  Tel: +44 (0)1880 770 232,  Fax: +44 (0)1880 770 386
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Pet-friendly self-catering cottages in England Kennacott Court in Cornwall is a very popular complex of 18 luxury cottages with excellent shared leisure facilities including swimming pool.  Some of the cottages are pet-friendly. Dogs and children welcome in most cottages.  Tel: +44(0) 1288 361 766
Duddings country cottages in Somerset Treat yourself and your pet.  Thatched Longhouse and  11 attractive cottages beautifully converted from old stone barns on small country estate, 2 miles from the picturesque village of Dunster in the Exmoor National Park.  All cottages are fully equipped to ETC 4 Star standard & have their own Colour TV, Video, Washer-dryer, iron/ironing board, hairdyer etc. 8 cottages have dishwashers, 2 have logburners.  Dogs are allowed. Click on image for details. Telephone 01643 841123
Pet-friendly Cotswold Cottages Glebe Farm Cottages (4 star)  in Barnsley, near Cirencester, Gloucestershire have five extremely attractive pet friendly cottages with exposed beams, wood stoves, country-style kitchens, antique pine furniture, and all the comforts of home.  They are surrounded by lovely Cotswold countryside for walking your dog. Click on image for details.  Telephone: 01285 659 226
Pet-friendly country cottages in the West Country Woodcombe Lodges and Cottages (sleep 2-5)  near Minehead in Somerset are set in 3 acres of beautiful gardens in the countryside looking towards Exmoor but only 1.5 miles distant from Minehead seafront with all its attractions.   There is lots of space to exercise your dog and wonderful local walks.  Click on image for details. Telephone Nicola on 01643 702 789
Longcombe Cottages has 8 superior quality character cottages set in a secluded valley in the heart of South Devon. On-site leisure facilities include an indoor heated swimming pool and sauna, outdoor full size tennis court, indoor games room and outdoor children's play area.  We welcome pets into most of our cottages (maximum of 2 dogs per cottage).  There are a great many wonderful walks in the area, including the famous South West coastal paths - and many pubs in our area allow dogs.   Open all year. Telephone Vanessa on 01803 665 167 or email.
Coulscott - Exclusive character barn conversions perfectly situated on coastal Exmoor surrounded by miles of fantastic beaches and beautiful walks. Well behaved dogs are always welcome - we will consider accepting more than 1 samll dog. These charming properties offer all modern conveniences and are furnished, maintained and cleaned to exceptionally high standards.  Click on cottage photograph for further information or telephone 01271 88 33 39  for bookings and availability.

Pet-friendly cottages and self-catering in the Lake District

With magnificent views of the Lake District fells and mountains, Sawmill Cottage nestles discreetly off the main coastal route, just two miles from Ravenglass village on the outskirts of Waberthwaite. Up to 2 dogs welcome.

The kitchen is fully fitted with fridge, freezer, washing machine, microwave, electric hob, oven and breakfast table. The living room is large with a dining area. It has an open coal fire (fuel not provided), TV & video and a double sofa bed. Upstairs there is a twin bedded room and a double bedded room as well as toilet and large double shower.

Outside there is an enclosed garden with patio area, lots of lanes and countryside to explore from the doorstep. Excellent bird watching.

Dogs are very welcome in the cottage (although we cannot accept more than two) at no extra charge. The cottage is heated by night storage heaters (plus the open fire in the lounge). Electricity for the storage heaters is included in the rent, the remainder is by a £1 coin meter. Bed linen is also included in the rent. The house is semi-detached.

Woodend House, cottage and bothy - for versatile pet-friendly self-catering accommodation

Located in a remote location high up on Birker Fell, in between Eskdale and Ulpha in the Lake District, the House and Cottage can be opened up to form one large house offering spacious and comfortable self catering accommodation for up to twelve people. 

Many rooms have exposed beams, most have views towards Scafell Pike and all are furnished with care and and thought.

Please visit our comprehensive website www.woodendhouse.co.uk for further details

Very pet-friendly cottages in East Anglia

All pets are welcome at Grove Cottages in Edwardstone near Lavenham, Suffolk.  Bring your cat, well-behaved dog, duck or rat - all will be made welcome. The owners of this collection of adorable country cottages have their own menagerie and adore animals.   

Telephone Mark and Mark on 01787 211 115 for bookings and availability.  Availability and more details can also be found on own website.

Field Cottage (sleeps 2-5)  in Lyonshall, Herefordshire, in the English/Welsh borders.   This beautiful luxury designer decorated cottage is romantically set in an orchard on farmland.    It's close to the Offa's dyke path and surrounded by lovely unpoilt countryside.  Small dogs are welcome.  Telephone Jo on 01544 340241 or Email now for further details and availability.  

The Gun Emplacement  (sleeps 2-6 in 3 bedrooms) is perched on the cliff top on Lighthouse Down, the National Trust's protected coastal expanse, which has come to be known as The White Cliffs. It was formerly the home of Sir  Peter Ustinov who was billeted there during the Second War. 

It is now a very comfortable one-storey, centrally-heated residence in a unique location, with uninterrupted views across the Channel to Calais, gardens back and front and offers total peace in glorious unspoiled countryside.   

Well-behaved dogs (and owners) will enjoy the many fine cliff and seashore walks.  Telephone: 0207 622 0897/020 8946 9394

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Dog friendly self-catering cottages in Wales

Brackenbury is a Grade II listed cottage in a picturesque village location overlooking the green and the River Glaslyn. Set in the heart of the Snowdonia National park in north Wales, surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery, Beddgelert has many amenities including a shop, pubs, restaurants and a post office.

The cottage – which sleeps 4 in comfort and 6 at a pinch – is furnished as a family home with many antique pieces.

Accommodation comprises a conservatory with patio – ideal for sunny summer breakfasts – fully fitted dining kitchen, shower room, spacious living room with open fire, digital TV and hi-fi, and 2 bedrooms ( 1 double en-suite, 1 twin). The price includes all heating and electricity. Please bring own bed linen, towels and tea towels. Parking for 2 cars.

Please click on photograph for more information and interior images of this pet-friendly cottage in wales. Dog bed provided.

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