Dog-friendly holiday homes for a Yorkshire staycation

Cool but cosy retreats with wonderful walks on the doorstep, we have the pawfect getaway ideas for you and your pooch.

The smart interior at Foldyard in the Yorkshire Wolds. (Image: yorkshireholidaycottages.co.uk)

The Foldyard, Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, East Yorkshire

This 200-year-old barn mixes characterful original features with contemporary design and enough space for multi-generational family gatherings or catch-ups with old friends. Sit down to a feast at the grand dining table, challenge the kids to a game of pool and explore the surrounding Yorkshire Wolds with four-legged friends.

Sleeps 14 + 3 dogs

Take a walk

Start your day with a stroll around the farm on which the property is located – where you’ll find ducks, sheep and horses. In the rural village of Holme-on-Spalding-Moor, there are a handful of eateries, a bakery, a handful of shops and a cafe (within 1 mile). At nearby Market Weighton you can book your dogs in at Berties Field for walkies and a runabout in a safe, enclosed field. Bertiesfield.co.uk

Gorgeous grounds to play in at The Old Chapel. (Image: yorkshireholidaycottages.co.uk)

The Old Chapel, Starbotton, Upper Wharfedale

This converted chapel is surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.Towels are provided for muddy paws after adventures in the countryside, and the garden comes with wonderful views. Sleeps 4 + 1 dog

Take a walk:

Buckden to Starbotton hillside and river walk is a five-mile circular walk on the fellside with classic views along the Wharfe valley. On the way you'll encounter stepping-stones, a centenary path and huge Wellingtonia trees. Return along the riverside path. nationaltrust.org.uk

Sleeps 4 + 1 dog

Stylish Pateley Hall. (Image: yorkshireholidaycottages.co.uk)

Pateley Hall, The Grande, Pateley Bridge

This luxurious apartment is part of a grand Pateley Bridge manor house and comes with a hot tub and garden with private terrace. Go for a scenic dog walk in the rolling Nidderdale hills before returning to a dog-friendly Pateley Bridge pub.

Sleeps 4 + 2 dogs

Take a walk:

Bewerley Tree Trail is brilliant for bluebells in spring and scenic woodland in autumn. A 20-minute walk through the idyllic Bewerley village centre. The route loops through Fishpond Wood, which consists of a pretty woodland, a large pond, and benches scattered along the way. everythinguktravel.uk

Room to relax at Pear Barn. (Image: yorkshireholidaycottages.co.uk)

Pear Barn, Fylingthorpe, North York Moors

This beautiful barn conversion with a hot tub is nestled in the North York Moors National Park near Robin Hood’s Bay. There’s even an outdoor giant chess set for the more cerebral hounds.

Sleeps 4 + 2 dogs

Take a walk:

Dogs who love a splash will have the time of their life playing on beaches at nearby Robin Hood’s Bay before coming back to the secure garden.

Seahorse is a coastal gem. (Image: yorkshireholidaycottages.co.uk)

Seahorse House, Whitby

Spend time together in Whitby with a getaway to Seahorse House. It’s located in the heart of the popular seaside town, a big, sociable house with four spacious bedrooms, a generous living space and a private courtyard with a bubbling hot tub. Harbour and beach are only 500 metres away, as are a great selection of stylish bars and restaurants.

Sleeps 8 + 2 dogs

Take a walk

Throw a ball and have a splash at Tate Hill beach in Whitby where dogs are allowed all year round. Great views of Whitby's harbour and abbey and a good spot to take your fish and chips!

Details of all properties at

yorkshireholidaycottages.co.uk/dog-friendly-cottages