Dog friendly holidays (with dog proof gardens)

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Any recommendations? 2 people 1 puppy. Looking for isolation (so if puppy barks he won’t annoy close neighbours), pretty scenery, nice pubs and varied walks (not too far needed as he’s only a pup). Don't really mind where in the UK.

We had somewhere amazing booked in northumberland for july as we went last year and loved it but stupidly forgot to check if they allowed dogs...which they don’t! So looking to rehome that holiday and find another.
 
Those are good websites thank you. So many beautiful places. Ideally I would like one with a really secure fenced space for the dog to be safe loose in, given he is likely to spend most of the rest of the time on a lead. It’s hard to tell on some of them just how dog proof the enclosed bit are. I’ll do some research!
 
If you were dead set on Northumberland and I wasn’t living in it I would offer you my house. It has a secure garden and “sea glimpses”
 
I would often email to check before booking if I were you: I have been to a few dog friendly places around the UK, but with much larger groups of people so wouldn't suit you. But the level of fencing has varied! none have promised dog proof so far- the last one even said must be on lead in the garden (as low walls and sometimes neighbouring sheep, in Peak District)
one in Devon by the sea had a lovely side area to hose off dogs and apparently leave them to dry there- but mine could of easily dipped under the gate as the gap was too big!
 
pippixox said:
I would often email to check before booking if I were you: I have been to a few dog friendly places around the UK, but with much larger groups of people so wouldn't suit you. But the level of fencing has varied! none have promised dog proof so far- the last one even said must be on lead in the garden (as low walls and sometimes neighbouring sheep, in Peak District)
one in Devon by the sea had a lovely side area to hose off dogs and apparently leave them to dry there- but mine could of easily dipped under the gate as the gap was too big!
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That’s my concern, and as he’s so Car reactive still I know he would get himself in bother. I’ll have to do some proper research.
 
BBP said:
I appreciate the thought anyway 🙂
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I am actually away for 2 weeks in July with work thinking about it and was desperate for dog sitters but am just about organised now. That could have worked quite nicely!
 
also I would recommend a ground steak- metal thing that you can screw into the ground- you can't leave them unsupervised. but if you are say eating in the garden and want them out there with you on a long lead they can be attached to it and get less tangled then trying to find something else to tie them to! always used to have one when visiting my grandma as her garden was not fully secure.

I was be very very clear via email as well what you mean by secure- as some people think a 3ft fence all around counts- which obviously is easy to jump if they want to
 
Thanks everyone, some nice suggestions. The ground stake is a good idea, Im about to trial it up at the field as our hay has been cut and I figure he can bumble about on the long line whilst I rake in the errant bits before baling, then I can move him around with me without having to hold onto him all of the time. I wouldn't tend to leave him unsupervised so it doesn't have to be like guantanamo bay jumping wise, but just so he couldn't slip out underneath. I think you're right, that I would need to double check on booking.
 
I have a Highland cottage which is dog friendly, although the garden is enclosed by a wall which wouldn't keep in a dog intent on escaping. There is one wooden cabin neighbour (not right next door) but the guy who owns it doesn't live there and only comes up once or twice a year. Glen is very picturesque with a loch a couple of miles down the road, loads of walking opportunities and wildlife and no sheep.

I still have availability for 24 November and 15 December for this year, but have plenty of dates still free for 2019.

https://www.facebook.com/glenetive/?ref=br_rs
 
WorkingGSD said:
I have a Highland cottage which is dog friendly, although the garden is enclosed by a wall which wouldn't keep in a dog intent on escaping. There is one wooden cabin neighbour (not right next door) but the guy who owns it doesn't live there and only comes up once or twice a year. Glen is very picturesque with a loch a couple of miles down the road, loads of walking opportunities and wildlife and no sheep.

I still have availability for 24 November and 15 December for this year, but have plenty of dates still free for 2019.

https://www.facebook.com/glenetive/?ref=br_rs
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That sounds ideal!! I will have to show the OH. I’ve never been to Scotland, I’m thinking my little dog will open up a world of UK adventures for us (and limit the foreign ones!)
 
BBP said:
That sounds ideal!! I will have to show the OH. I’ve never been to Scotland, I’m thinking my little dog will open up a world of UK adventures for us (and limit the foreign ones!)
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Never been to Scotland!!! You need to rectify that immediately :)
 
I hope you found a good one. For those who are still looking for one, there are only three things that you should consider. This is what I looked for before finally deciding to book one of these dog friendly cottages to rent in Norfolk that found online. Anyway, the first one is the size of the place. Make sure that there’s enough place for everyone to walk and relax, especially kids or pets who loves to play. Second thing to consider is the rate. Check for the usual rates for rental cottages on the area. This way, you can quickly check if the rent cost is reasonable enough. Last thing to consider is the reliability of the cottage provider. Want to guarantee a safe and convenient stay? Opt for cottages offered by providers who received positive reviews from their previous guests. Easy as that.
 
I try and find a review by another dog owner praising the safety of the fencing. Any reviews saying how nice it was to see deer or sheep near the house is a no-no for me with lurchers. They will not normally jump out but that would be too much temptation.
 
I own a holiday cottage in the Highlands and I have closed it down for a month and am keeping it under review, but am sure I will have to remain closed for the foreseeable future at least. It is unavoidable and the only responsible thing to do in the current climate with Covid-19 playing havoc with all of our lives. I would not want to be the one responsible for bringing the virus to the quiet glen with just a handful of residents, although going by what they have said the glen road has been extremely busy with tourists over the weekend (much like the rural area I live in). The problem will be that until the country is locked down, people will continue to feel it is their right and privilege to go to these places, possibly spreading the virus unwittingly and maybe not considering the implications for the fragile services and NHS in the area. There is only really one decent sized hospital that covers the Highlands with far less ventilators and other essentials to battle this disease than many other more urban areas.

Sorry, going off track a bit there.
 
Parrotperson said:
whatever you do take out insurance. my feeling is that most cottages will be officially shut down for the summer soon.
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It is unlikely any insurance companies will offer travel insurance which covers the pandemic. As the advice has been, people should not be travelling away from their local areas at this time. Stay safe, keep others safe and stay at home.
 
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