Holidays with dogs are the best, aren’t they? If you agree, treat yourself and choose from of our hand-picked Rural Retreats dog friendly cottages that are all self-catering, extremely well cared for and well inspected and maintained. Our pet friendly cottages are unique, selected for their special character or stunning locations. With excellent reviews and great availability throughout the year your four-legged family friends are welcome across our homes. We have a selection of dog friendly cottages throughout the UK including Devon, Norfolk, Wales and Peak District dog-friendly cottages to name a few of our favourites.

Our pet-friendly holiday homes are in the best places suitable for groups or families between 2 and 28 guests. Have more than one dog to bring along with you? No problem! Many of our properties welcome more than one canine pet so finding somewhere special where the whole family can enjoy while avoiding the kennel is easy with Rural Retreats. Read our travelling with dogs checklist and get your searching for your next dog-friendly holiday with us. We promise it’ll be pawfect for the whole family...especially for your four-legged friends!

Best places to enjoy a pet friendly holiday in the UK

One of the joys of UK cottage breaks is that you can take your dog along for the ride. We know that for many of you, your furry friends are valued members of the family, so forget booking the kennel – secure one of our charming dog friendly properties and enjoy a break with man’s best friend.

We have hundreds of dog-friendly cottages to choose from across the country. If your pet loves a day at the beach, jumping in and out of waves and playing frisbee across the sand, look no further than our Cottages in Devon dog friendly, as well as our many dog friendly cottages Cornwall. Meanwhile, our collection of dog friendly cottages Norfolk provide the perfect combination of both coastal and country, tucked away close to both the wide, sandy beaches and rolling countryside that Norfolk is known for – a true paradise for dog walkers!

If long grass, shady woodland and rolling hills are more your dogs speed, take a peek at our dog friendly cottages in Wales and dog friendly cottages Lake District. With some of the most spectacular scenery in the UK, both these destinations are ideal for families who love outdoor adventures – both on two legs and four!

Types of pet friendly holiday accommodation

Dog friendly cottages with hot tubs

We all love a dip during our holiday, and our beautiful cottages with hot tubs are some of the most popular in our collection. After all, just because a property welcomes dogs, doesn’t mean you have to scrimp on luxury. So go on, treat yourself on your holiday with one of these charming hideaways, perfect for a relaxing soak after a long day of dog walks and throwing sticks!

Dog friendly coastal cottages

Dogs love the beach, which is why we have made sure we have a wide selection of coastal cottages where furry friends are welcome. Whether they’re right on the edge of the sand, overlooking the waves, or tucked away in a sleepy fishing village, these properties are the perfect spot for a seaside holiday with your four-legged companion. Many UK beaches are dog friendly throughout the year, with even more allowing dogs in the autumn and winter months, so everyone can enjoy a day on the coast.

Dog friendly log cabins

Here at Rural Retreats, we love to be able to offer something a little bit different, and our selection of dog friendly lodges and log cabins certainly tick that box. Tucked away in beautiful rural locations, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped straight into a storybook with these quaint hideaways. With a range of special features such as hot tubs, saunas, open fires and more, they really are the perfect getaway.

Remote holiday cottages dog friendly

Human or canine; sometimes you just need to get away from it all. Our selection of remote holiday cottages are in some of the UK’s most amazing rural and coastal locations, far from the beaten track and away from the hustle and bustle. Places where the only sound is the morning birdsong and you can walk for hours without seeing another soul. These are the perfect cottages to unplug your phone, turn off your email, and escape from the world for a little while, before returning home relaxed and recharged.

Last minute dog friendly cottages

If you’re lucky enough to be able to pack up and go, you could get a fantastic deal on a dog-friendly cottage. Head on over to our late-availability properties to see what is available in the next few weeks, and you and your pet could be exploring somewhere new together before you know it.