We’re all going to deserve a big treat when we come out of this crisis. We’ve been stuck at home for far too long. So when travel restrictions start to lift at the beginning of July, many of us will want to get away somewhere extra special with our dogs.
Luckily, we have thousands of upmarket properties where dogs are welcome in stunning areas all over the country.
Here are just some of the more luxurious dog-friendly holiday properties you can book right now for a post-lockdown treat.
Cool Cornwall
Escape to coastal luxury at this stunning holiday home in Gorran Haven in Cornwall. With the South West coast path and golden sand beaches close by, Garden House is a fantastic dog-friendly destination. This cool, contemporary house is perfect for a relaxing break by the sea with your pooch.
Wonderful Worcestershire
Take your dog away for a post-lockdown break in this gorgeous thatched cottage in the middle of the Cotswolds. St Michael’s Cottage is located in Broadway, which is considered to be one of the most picturesque Cotswolds villages. Spend time in the large garden or explore the local countryside, then come back and unwind in luxury in this characterful cottage.
Sensational Suffolk
Black Swan Barn is a beautiful property that has been lovingly restored to a high standard with many contemporary touches to provide comfort for holidaying dog owners. It is located in Thornham Magna in spectacular Suffolk countryside, close to the coast at Aldeburgh.
Delightful Devon
Dogs will love the location of Beck Barn in Blackawton, Devon. This rural retreat is close to Dartmoor, Dartmouth and the coast, so there are loads of walking options nearby. This spectacular property features high, timbered ceilings, beautifully furnished rooms and a decking area overlooking the peaceful countryside.
Contemporary Cotswolds
Relax and unwind in this fabulous, dog-friendly, self-catering retreat in the Cotswolds. Barton Lodge is located in the beautiful village of Stourton, with some lovely country walks on the doorstep. This holiday haven has a hotel-like quality, making it a perfect venue for time away with your four-legged friend.
Lavish Yorkshire
Located in Askrigg in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, where All Creatures Great and Small was filmed, this wonderful holiday rental has many luxurious touches. It’s smart, sophisticated and spacious, with beautiful bedrooms, a modern kitchen and a large living room where you and your dog and relax after walking on nearby footpaths.
Stunning Snowdonia
A roll-top bath, wood-burning stove and hot tub are just some of the luxury touches in this beautifully restored cottage in Snowdonia. Bryn Salem is conveniently located close to the Cadair Idris mountain range with its challenging but scenic walking trails. It’s a charming hideaway where you can enjoy a lavish vacation when the lockdown is over.
Charming Conwy
Bryn Rhydd is one of ten luxury self-catering cottages on The Bodnant Estate, a strikingly beautiful agricultural estate in North Wales. Close to the coastal towns of Conwy, Llandudno and Colwyn Bay, as well as the mountains of Snowdonia National Park, you and your dog can enjoy stunning Welsh scenery with a stay at this sublimely refurbished farmhouse.
Opulent Argyll
Soak up the outstanding views across Loch Linnhe to the mountains of Kingairloch, at this spectacular holiday property in Port Appin in the Scottish Highlands. With its spacious bedrooms and large living area with wood-burning stove, it’s a welcoming place to relax after exploring local trails with your dog.
