POST UPDATED: July 2025
Looking for dog-friendly accommodation where you can cool off on your summer holiday? We’ve got a wide range ofpaw-friendly pads with swimming pools – from unique properties for couples, to luxury piles where you can gather families and friends for a pool party. Check out our top picks of dog-friendly cottages with swimming pools.
1. Coach House, Wareham, Dorset
Sleeps 6. 1 Dog. 3 Bedrooms.1 Bathroom
This property has a stunning outdoor swimming pool, which is perfect for cooling off in the summer sun. The converted coach house stands within its own large garden, with a patio and outdoor table tennis table, plus access to the owners’ woodland grounds, with shady walks leading down to a river.
Just a short walk from the pictruresque town of Wareham, and within easy reach of Corfe Castle, Bournemouth beach and the Dorset coast, it’s a wonderful place for a dog friendly stay with a swimming pool.
2. Sundance, Tresowes Green, Cornwall
Sleeps 14. 2 Dogs. 7 Bedrooms. 5 Bathrooms
Being a smidge inland from the beach can be a blessing in the busy summer months, especially if you land a luxury dog-friendly pile boasting beautiful grounds and a private pool just over a mile from Cornwall’s paradise south coast.
Slip out for a surf, coastal walks and beach life at your leisure; although you may find it hard to wrench yourselves away from your own gym, sauna, games room and cinema room that spill out onto manicured lawns with a private swimming pool.
3. Chichester Getaway, Norton, West Sussex
Sleeps 2. 1 Dog. 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom
Couples can squirrel away in this peaceful holiday home close to the West Sussex coast. It’s a beautiful open plan property with high vaulted ceiling and contemporary styling. Outside there’s an enclosed garden where your dog can relax while you sip coffee on the patio. If the weather is good, splash into the shared access swimming pool.
From here, you can enjoy beach days at East and West Wittering, explore the grounds of the Goodwood Estate or take long dog walks in the South Downs.
4. Forest Coalpit Holiday Retreat, Llanvihangel Crucorney, Monmouthshire
Sleeps 3. 2 Dogs. 1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom
Small families with dogs will love this charming cottage nestled on a farmstead boasting fantastic views of the Monmouthshire countryside. For an active holiday, kick start the day with a plunge in the indoor heated pool (which has a resistance machine) then head out on miles of walking trails on the doorstep. Or head to the pretty market town of Crickhowell, home to independent shops, ancient inns, arts trails and walking festivals.
5. Bluebell, Sherford, Devon
Sleeps 4. 1 Dog.1 Bedroom. 1 Bathroom
This beautiful ground-floor apartment within Stancombe Manor in Devon, opens out to well-maintained gardens and boasts great facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, tennis courts, games room and snooker room. The South West Coast Path is also within easy reach and many countryside walks can be accessed directly from the property. It’s a superb base to explore the South Hams with your dog.
6. Wilby Halt, Wetheringsett, Suffolk
Sleeps 5. 1 Dog. 2 Bedrooms. 1 Bathroom
This converted railway carriage is an extra special place to stay in the heart of rural Suffolk. Tucked away on the site of the Mid Suffolk Light Railway, close to the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Museum, this is one of five converted railway carriages, enjoying panoramic views across rolling countryside.
There is shared access to an indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and tennis court on the owner’s property nearby. It is surrounded by country lanes and farmland, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy cycling, walking and just relaxing and getting away from it all.
7. Primrose Farm Barn, Roughton, Norfolk
Sleeps 10. 4 Dogs. 4 Bedrooms. 3 Bathrooms
Set in a peaceful rural location not far from the beautiful North and East Norfolk coastline, this exquisite rural retreat is beautifully situated within a small courtyard of converted barns and sits within two acres of land. Primrose Farm Barn is an exquisitely finished luxury barn conversion with an indoor salt-water heated swimming pool. Located only a few miles away from the coast and the famous Gunton Arms, this large detached barn sits in one of the most picturesque and peaceful areas of Norfolk, within its own extensive grounds.
Located only a few miles away from the coast and the famous Gunton Arms, this large detached barn sits in one of the most picturesque and peaceful areas of Norfolk, within its own extensive grounds.
8. Old Mill, Branton, Powburn, Northumberland
Sleeps 5. 1 Dog. 3 Bedrooms. 1 Bathrooms
You and your four-legged friend will discover the perfect retreat at this charming period cottage nestled in the beautiful Beamish Valley. The Old Mill is a spacious Northumberland holiday home with a large garden where your pup can roam freely, and access to exceptional onsite facilities including a 20-meter indoor swimming pool.
Step out into the stunning Cheviot Hills along dedicated cycling and walking trails, or explore the nearby nature reserve just two miles away with endless sniffing adventures for your curious canine. Back at base, you can unwind with luxury facilities – from the heated indoor pool and sauna to the tennis court and games room. This rural haven provides the ideal spot for memorable family holidays where every pack member is welcome.
9. Moorecroft, Buxton, Derbyshire
Sleeps 12. 2 Dogs. 5 Bedrooms. 3 Bathrooms
You’ll love this stunning Scandinavian-style retreat where both you and your dog can enjoy luxury living at its finest. Moorecroft welcomes your four-legged family member to experience spacious, open-plan contemporary living with a spectacular large indoor swimming pool as the centerpiece. Your pup will adore the freedom to explore while you relax in this high-quality, quirky property just minutes from Buxton’s town centre.
Step outside your front door for perfect dog walks into the Peak District’s rolling hills or stroll into vibrant Buxton in just 10 minutes. After outdoor adventures, you’ll unwind with the 7ft cinema screen, games room, and of course, that incredible indoor pool. With Cavendish Golf Club moments away and Buxton’s Pavilion Gardens, opera house, and unique dining scene at your fingertips, this eco-friendly haven offers the perfect blend of luxury relaxation and exploration for the whole family.
10. Swan Cottage, South Creake, Norfolk
Sleeps 9. 2 Dogs. 5 Bedrooms. 3 Bathrooms
Escape to this magnificent 19th-century Norfolk cottage where your dog can roam safely in the fully-enclosed front garden while you soak up uninterrupted countryside views. Swan Cottage welcomes your four-legged friend with practical stone flooring throughout, making it perfect for muddy paws after exploring the one-acre plot and stunning 10-meter outdoor heated swimming pool.
Create unforgettable memories dining alfresco with the wood-fired pizza oven and built-in barbecue while your dog relaxes nearby in this secure paradise. With five luxurious bedrooms featuring Egyptian cotton linens and Norfolk’s glorious sandy beaches just a short drive away, this retreat offers the perfect blend of countryside tranquility and coastal adventure for the whole family – paws included.
Whether you’re an avid swimmer who loves a morning dip, or a leisurely swimming who likes to cool off on sizzling summer days, we have many more dog friendly properties with private or shared pool access. Check out our collection and book now.
