Any devoted dog owner knows the pain of leaving your best friend behind when travelling, as well as the stress of where they will stay during your time away. One of the joys of taking a staycation in the UK is your dog can come along too. Here, we handpick some of our favourite dog friendly stays in the UK that suit different holiday types and budgets. From a dog-friendly camping road trip to a luxury manor by the coast perfect for big group stays, these are some of our favourite dog friendly stays on ToWander UK.
Dog friendly stays in the UK
Defender Camping, Yorkshire or Scotland
Experience a totally unique staycation by hiring an iconic Land Rover defender and set off on the ultimate camping road trip. Based near the magical North York Moors, Defender Camping takes dog friendly glamping to a whole new league. Three of the epic Land Rovers welcome four-legged friends: Sheila, Bruce and Sidney. These legendary vehicles are superbly spacious, have all of the camping equipment you’d require and a windproof and waterproof rooftop tent to sleep in. Popular driving routes include Northumberland 250. For those wanting a glamping trip in Scotland, hire the Land Rover for ten days and complete the famous North Coast 500 route.
Sleeps 5 | Family friendly | Quirky staycation | From £155 a night
The Cosy Cowshed at Sleepy Owl, Devon
The Cosy Cowshed at Sleepy Owl Devon is a sublime family break sleeping 2 adults and 2 children or a romantic retreat away for two with the charms of coast and country at your fingertips. Inside the property is full of charm with uber-stylish and interesting features. Take your four-legged friend and roam around the private estate. Explore the wildflower meadows beyond your terrace and dip your toes in the stream that snakes through the valley. There’s no doubt this is among the best places to stay in Devon with a dog.
Sleeps 4 | Family friendly | Hot tub | By the coast | From £198 a night
Book The Cosy Cowshed at Sleepy Owl Devon here
Almer Manor, Dorset
You wouldn’t believe this luxury retreat is dog friendly. Almer Manor is an incredible country house near the Dorset coast that welcomes the most important member of the family, as well as 16 other guests, making it perfect for group stays, especially if you are celebrating a special occasion. This Georgian residence boasts luxurious accommodation, its very own tennis court, wood-fired hot tub and a walled garden perfect for your dog to have their freedom. If you want to leave this luxury holiday home, beaches, bike or kayak hire, golf courses and a spa are all within easy reach.
Sleeps 16 | Family friendly | Hot tub | By the coast | From £1,500 a night
Woodland Chase Cabins, Northumberland
Treat yourselves to a dog friendly holiday in these bespoke, handcrafted cabins a stone’s throw away from the scenic Northumberland coastline. Humans and pets alike will be spoilt for choice for activities to do during the day. In the evenings, after your four-legged friend is content from having explored the local area, relax and unwind in the private wood-fired hot tub with a glass of bubbly. The newest, Fieldhouse Cabin, also comes with its own private sauna for a dog friendly spa stay.
Sleeps 2 | Hot tub | One cabin has a private sauna | By the coast | From £160 a night
Book Woodland Chase Cabins here
Peak District Hideout, Derbyshire
Set within the beautiful Peak District National Park, enjoy a dog-friendly walking holiday for two and book a stay at Peak District Hideout. This off-grid eco cabin is one of our best rooms with a view you can book on ToWander UK as it enjoys uninterrupted vistas of the rolling hills beyond. A place to truly switch off, relax with a good book in the swinging hammock, eat alfresco on the veranda decking, take an afternoon nap in the king-sized bed or enjoy a long soak in the en-suite rainfall shower.
Sleeps 2 | Off-grid | Eco stay | Digital detox | Room with a view | From £200 a night
Book Peak District Hideout here
Ewe Glamping, Northamptonshire
Looking for a dog-friendly glamping stay in the UK? We love Ewe Glamping shepherd’s hut on the banks of the Grand Union Canal. Set near footpaths, a conservation area and miles of rolling countryside, your dog will love going for walks here. The hut is 20ft long and comes with luxuries like underfloor heating, a log burner, en-suite bathroom, fully fitted kitchen and that beautiful copper bath outside that is big enough for two.
Sleeps 2 | Freestanding bath | Fire pit | From £125 a night
Discover more of our dog-friendly stays in our Dog Friendly Collection here
