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Dog friendly country house hotels
The UK is blessed with some of the most beautiful, historic country house hotels to stay in, promising glorious architecture, abundant history and beautiful gardens as well. Given the latter, and the surrounding countryside locations, it's fitting that such destinations allow us to bring our much-loved four-legged friends along for the sojourn, and many do.
Devonshire Arms, Bolton Abbey
Featured Hotels with Special Offers
Homewood
Bath, Somerset
'Three Nights for the Price of Two' Special Offer
The yellow submarine in the grounds and a hedge sculpture of a giraffe set the scene at this playful, quirky hotel, in a traditional honey-stone building that is both family and dog friendly.
Bishopstrow
Warminster, Wiltshire
'Stay Longer, Save More' Special Offer
A four star hotel in the heart of Wiltshire, Bishopstrow Hotel and Spa offers the height of excellence in everything they do, from the award-winning restaurant to the achingly romantic hotel.
The Montagu Arms
Beaulieu, Hampshire
Dog Friendly Special Offer
Guests have a wide choice of individually style rooms and suites at this dog-friendly, creeper-covered hotel on the edge of the New Forest, and can opt for fine dining in the restaurant, or cheaper fare in Monty's Bar pub.
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa
York, Yorkshire
'Autumn and Winter Break' Special Offer
Dogs are welcome to stay in the hotel's Cottage Suites and Garden Suite by prior arrangement.
Hambleton Hall
Oakham, Rutland
'Winter Break' Special Offer
Set in true English countryside, dogs are very much part of life at Hambleton Hall, where all 15 rooms and suites are dog-friendly, with beds, bowls, mats and towels provided.
The Cavendish
Baslow, Derbyshire
'Chatsworth Experience' Special Offer
With the Chatsworth estate on the doorstep, Lord and Lady Burlington's Peak District hotel has had a ravishing makeover to complement the superb food in its restaurants.
Headlam Hall
Darlington, Co. Durham
'Summer Escape' Special Offer
The real charm of this grand country house, with sweeping gardens, terraces, oak panelling and swish spa along with a convenient location in a hamlet a few miles from the A1 lies in its warm and informal atmosphere.
Shieldaig Lodge
Gairloch, Highland
'Whisky Lovers' Special Offer
This magnificent Highland retreat is set in a 26,000 acre estate and is nestled next to Shieldaig Bay. With all the warmth of its original 19th century origins, it's all log-fires, snug lounges and an extensive whisky and gin collection.
Widbrook Grange
Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire
'Stay & Savour' Special Offer
Dogs are given the five star treatment at Widbrook Grange, staying in select rooms for £15.00 per dog per night and welcoming them with a comfy doggy bed and special treats.
Hartwell House
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
'The Great Summer Offer' Special Offer
Hartwell House welcomes furry friends to stay in dog friendly court suites, which have doors that open on to the garden or courtyard and come with a welcome pack. They supply a dog bed, water bowl, snacks and dog bags. Pets also have access to the 90 acres of parkland where they are welcome to run around.
Forss House
Thurso, Highland
'Whisky Away' Special Offer
On the banks of the Forss River and surrounded by woodland, Forss House is a country house with traditional style. Bedrooms have high ceilings and lovely views, and foot has a reputation for excellence.
The Devonshire Arms
Skipton, Yorkshire
'Summer Escape on the Estate' Special Offer
Dogs are welcome to join owners for a fee of £10 per dog per night as long as they're well behaved. They even have dog-silhouette wallpaper in the bar, heralding their dog-friendliness.
Lords of the Manor
Upper Slaughter, Gloucestershire
'Lords Fireside Retreat' Special Offer
A luxury manor house in the Cotswolds, Lords of the Manor with beautiful gardens to roam in and dinner supplied in the form of hypoallergenic dog food, served both dry and wet.
Ty Mawr
Brechfa, Carmarthenshire
'Winter Escape' Special Offer
This big, beautiful house in Wales is within easy reach of a number of exquisite beaches perfect for long walks, and at the end of the day you and your four legged friends can retire in this welcoming environment where they have dog friendly rooms and a convivial atmosphere.
Penally Abbey
Tenby, Pembrokeshire
Three Nights for the Price of Two Special Offer
An elegant hotel and restaurant, Penally Abbey is a country house hotel where owners are pampered and dogs are welcome on Coach House Rooms for £10.00 per dog per night.
Pen-y-Dyffryn
Oswestry, Shropshire
February/March 25% Discount Dinner B&B Special Offer
A walker's paradise on the Welsh border, the Hunter family's very dog-friendly hotel, in a Georgian former rectory with a 'beautiful garden and views', is much beloved by readers.
Dukes Bath
Bath, Somerset
Roman Baths Retreat Special Offer
The latest member of Ian and Christa Taylor’s Kaleidoscope group, this hotel occupies two fine Georgian townhouses on a handsome and historic boulevard. The traditional interiors, with antique and hand-crafted wallpapers, are infused with some of the group's signature playfulness and vibrancy.
The Cottage in the Wood
Malvern Wells, Worcestershire
Exclusive GHG Reader Christmas Stay Special Offer
'Unparalleled views over the Severn Valley' can be seen from this hotel, in extensive grounds high above the Malvern Hills.
The Eastbury Hotel & Spa
Sherborne, Dorset
'Seasonal Getaway' Special Offer
Behind the pretty façade of a Georgian town house in an affluent market town, this hotel is a perfect retreat, with small spa, oasis garden and croquet lawn.
Park House, Hotel & Spa
Midhurst, West Sussex
'Sunday Reset at the House' Special Offer
Pets are welcome with prior notice and can stay in select rooms with you for additional charges.
Cavens
Dumfries, Dumfries And Galloway
Up to 15% Discount Special Offer
'Visiting Cavens is like stepping back in time to a traditional country-house hotel,' writes a reader of Angus Fordyce's Georgian mansion, set in open countryside close to the dunes and salt marshes of the Solway coast.
The Green Park
Pitlochry, Perth And Kinross
Free Theatre Ticket Special Offer
There is no charge for bringing pets to the Green Park. They have three dogs of their own, and have a supply of items in case you forget anything, as well as three acres for them to roam in.
The Traddock
Settle, North Yorkshire
Yorkshire Gourmet Break Special Offer
This luxury North Yorkshire hotel is one of the best luxury dog friendly hotels in north of Yorkshire and welcomes dogs in all their rooms and suites.
Mallory Court
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
'Ultimate Tasting Experience' Special Offer
Mallory Court is a luxury country house hotel where dogs are welcome to stay, and they receive a five star service as well.
Askham Hall
Penrith, Cumbria
Foodie Midweek Break Special Offer
A beautiful hotel and gardens, famed as a magnificent wedding venue, Askham Hall in the Lake District is also warm and welcoming with dogs allowed in the reception rooms and in the bedrooms and loving the grounds and surrounding walking terrain.
Linthwaite House
Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria
'Signature Stay' Special Offer
The South African Leeu Collection's Edwardian country house in wooded, landscaped grounds above Windermere is a haven of civilised living, with casual and fine dining options, woodland hot-tub suites, and views to take the breath away.
Plumber Manor
Sturminster Newton, Dorset
Winter D,B&B Special Offer Special Offer
A Jacobean country house hotel set in immaculate gardens is in the heart of Thomas Hardy's 'Vale of little dairies'.
Congham Hall
King's Lynn, Norfolk
'January Sale' Special Offer
Congham Hall's luxurious style does not compromise on a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, complete with dog friendly accommodation. With plenty of walks and beaches in the nearby area to explore, it's a doggie paradise, where pets are provided with a water bowl and treat during their stay.
The Farmhouse at Redcoats
Hitchin, Hertfordshire
Foodie Staycation Package Special Offer
With many features dating from the 15th century, this well-restored old farmhouse stands in large, landscaped gardens amid serene countryside. The hotel and restaurant, part of the Nye family's Anglian Country Inns, have intimate sitting areas and warming fires in inglenook fireplaces.
More Dog friendly country house hotels
The Gunton Arms
Thorpe Market, Norfolk
The neon sign outside this former steward's house in a 1,000-acre deer park sets the tone for what to expect in this unique and interesting pub owned by art dealer Ivor Braka, with provocative works by artists such as Tracey Emin and Damien Hirst on display within.
Lastingham Grange
Lastingham, Yorkshire
A country house hotel on the North Yorkshire moors, Lastingham Grange welcomes dogs to enjoy the rooms, gardens and lounge area, but not the dining room.
Gilpin Hotel and Lake House
Windermere, Cumbria
Lakeland luxury at its finest comes courtesy of Gilpin, with its Michelin-starred dining, private hot tubs in the majority of its indulgent rooms and attentive staff. Its flagship rooms are extravagantly large glass-cube spa suites that extend over a pond and offer private garden, spa room and circular bath.
Daisybank Cottage
New Forest, Hampshire
Free-roaming ponies and donkeys wander past the garden gates of this Arts and Crafts-style single-storey house in the magical surroundings of the New Forest.
Knockinaam Lodge
Stranraer, Dumfries And Galloway
Where the road ends and the Irish Sea begins, this former Victorian hunting lodge with a private cove is secluded, unapologetically traditional and rich in comforts and good food.
Heckfield Place
Hook, Hampshire
Life is attuned to nature at this country-house hotel in a Georgian mansion on a working estate. with walled garden, biodynamic farm, luxury spa, and two restaurants that celebrate seasonality and provenance.
The Inn at Whitewell
Clitheroe, Lancashire
The dramatic riverside setting of the Inn at Whitewell is the perfect location to bring four legged friends on holiday with you. At this Devon hotel, up to two dogs are welcome in all bedrooms with a dog bed provided.
The Fortingall
Aberfeldy, Perth And Kinross
A boutique hotel in every sense (if you love the furnishings you can buy your own), this sublimely situated Arts and Crafts Victorian country house is a perfect base for outdoor pursuits, with fine-dining restaurant, onsite pub, and picnics to order.
The Mustard Seed at Echo Lodge
Ballingarry, Co. Limerick
Guests' happiness is paramount for host John Edward Joyce at his characterful, eclectically furnished country house with charming bedrooms and exquisite but unstuffy fine dining in the Mustard Seed restaurant.
Viewfield House
Isle Of Skye, Highland
A family country pile in the Scottish Highlands, Viewfield House gives the feeling of being at a private house party. With a welcoming, informal and attentive air to it, rooms are traditional and large baths are made for long soaks.
Rothay Manor
Ambleside, Cumbria
A Regency beauty with spectacular views from the balconies, this stylish, dog-friendly country-house hotel has a relaxed vibe, beautifully designed bedrooms, and a fine-dining restaurant.
Chirnside Hall
Duns, Scottish Borders
There is a touch of the baronial about this pink sandstone Tudor-style 19th-century mansion, a country-house hotel with fine original features, its public rooms adorned with shooting trophies.
Washingborough Hall Hotel
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
A popular wedding venue, this Georgian former rectory with the ambience of a small country-house hotel scored highly with Guide inspectors for the superb cooking: a place worth visiting for the restaurant alone.
Summer Lodge
Evershot, Dorset
Country-house luxury abounds at this child-friendly, dog-friendly hotel, a Georgian mansion in ‘well-maintained gardens a huge joy to visit’.
Douneside House
Tarland, Aberdeenshire
Eligible military guests receive a discount at this Edwardian gem of a Scottish revival country house in beautifully maintained gardens, owned by a charitable trust and filled with family mementoes, where bedrooms blend classic and contemporary style and tasting menus feature produce from the walled kitchen garden.
Dedham Hall
Colchester, Essex
In deepest Constable country, Wendy and Jim Sarton's characterful timber-frame manor house specialises in residential art courses; there is a large studio in the ground for workshops from tutors in various mediums. But even if you're not interested in taking a course, it's a great place for an 'extremely relaxing weekend'.
Porth Tocyn Hotel
Abersoch, Gwynedd
Surrounded by beautiful grounds and the dramatic beauty of the Llŷn Peninsula, Porth Tocyn Hotel is perfect for those bringing dogs on holiday. As such, they also have a self catering stone cottage in the grounds, where four legged friends are welcome to join with prior notice at a charge of £20 per dog per stay, with the money donated to the Teenage Cancer Trust.
Brockencote Hall
Chaddesley Corbett, Worcestershire
If you're looking for affordable luxury, this Victorian mansion in parkland, remodelled in the style of a French château, has spacious bedrooms, opulent suites, and a choice of small-plates dining or a tasting menu.
The Dabbling Duck
Great Massingham, Norfolk
They have all their ducks in a row at this wisteria-decked gastropub with rooms overlooking the green in a village where mallards glide on old abbey fishponds.
The Bath Arms
Frome, Wiltshire
The ancient stone-built Bath Arms in woodlands on the Longleat estate gets a big thumbs up from readers for its 'excellent, attentive and pleasant staff', 'appealing menus', real ales and great-value, well-decorated rooms.
Wildhive Callow Hall
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
This Victorian gothic mansion might appear a little forbidding, but step inside and you are overwhelmed by a warm ambience and beautiful interiors, while some guests choose to sleep in the woods in a timber-lined 'hive' or treehouse.
The Alfriston
Alfriston, Sussex
The hotel allows dogs and cats to stay in select bedrooms. They can even allow the odd pony to stay in their fenced paddock where they have a water trough and field shelter.
Prestonfield
Edinburgh
With peacocks in the garden, kilt-wearing staff, fire-warmed sitting rooms and antiques at every turn, this 17th-century country house is an indulgent place to stay.
The Middleton Lodge Estate
Richmond, Yorkshire
This five star boutique hotel sits in a beautiful estate and welcomes dogs to join their owners for a peaceful and stylish stay.
Coul House
Strathpeffer, Highland
It's been more than 20 years since Susannah and Stuart Macpherson opened the doors of this beautiful Georgian building to guests, and they still take great pride in providing a friendly, warm welcome along with good food and wine.
Lough Bawn House
Collinstown, Co. Westmeath
Verity Butterfield clearly loves to welcome guests to her loch-side Georgian house, with blazing fires, comfy sofas, good artworks, excellent breakfasts, and dinner by arrangement.
Langar Hall
Langar, Nottinghamshire
Everything is peachy at this apricot-hued Georgian country house in the Vale of Belvoir, at the end of a long avenue of lime trees, transformed from a family home into a delightful, idiosyncratic and much-loved hotel.
The Pheasant
Helmsley, Yorkshire
A rustic chic hotel, The Pheasant is a welcoming hotel where dogs can stay for £10 a night and are permitted in the lounges and bar.
Corse Lawn House
Corse Lawn, Gloucestershire
A beautifully proportioned Queen Anne-style mansion overlooking a duck pond, this much-loved traditional hotel has a new owner, but, after 48 years, Baba Hine remains, overseeing restaurant, bistro and well-equipped, spacious bedrooms.
The Pig in the Cotswolds
Cirencester, Gloucestershire
A wonderfully romantic country house hotel in a pretty Cotswold village, Barnsley House is the kind of place that beckons to host summer weddings.
The UK is blessed with some of the most beautiful, historic country house hotels to stay in, promising glorious architecture, abundant history and beautiful gardens as well. Given the latter, and the surrounding countryside locations, it's fitting that such destinations allow us to bring our much-loved four-legged friends along for the sojourn, and many do. From hotels in Cornwall to hotels in Hertfordshire, there are dog friendly country house hotels across the country. Some offer beds, bowls, mats, towels and even the odd dog treat to welcome canine companions. While others might even let you sneak a slice of bacon under the table! Amongst the dog friendly country house hotels in the UK, you will find the luxurious Chewton Glen, which welcomes them to stay in the unique tree houses. Middlethorpe Hall and Spa in York invites them to stay in the Cottage Suites or Garden Suite, and at Hambleton Hall dogs will delight in the spectacular gardens in which they can roam. The UK's variety of hotels have become a hospitality favourite for those wishing to escape to country houses with their dogs.
