35 Luxury Dog-friendly Cottages in the South West

River Valley House is an exceptional property offering a magical stay in beautiful Dorset. Perfect for a family gathering, it sleeps up to 20, has a unique ‘boho-luxe’ style and the most amazing indoor and outdoor spaces.

Tucked into a peaceful valley and just 20 minutes from the beach, Tregulland is a hidden Cornish gem. With a heated indoor freshwater pool, steam room, hot tub, cinema, and more, this stunning retreat is perfect for special celebrations or relaxed getaways.

This is the Somerset you dream of; honey-stone villages, rolling hills, and meadows of wildflowers. And this is the holiday home you dream of; windows framing the views, sociable spaces and quiet corners, and a luxury indoor swimming pool.

Pippin Apple Barn is the ultimate in modern barn living. The pool and spa set the scene for a fun-filled and memorable break in this amazing grain store conversion, with its exuberant décor, rustic charm and luxury features. This is the place to celebrate happy occasions and events.

Barlemoor House is full of happy contradictions. A large manor, cosy as a cottage. A traditional country house, newly built with all mod cons. A moorland hideaway, close to the bustling North Devon coast. Step behind the formal façade and find your every comfort catered for.

Whatever the occasion, Longslade Hall rises to it. Gather all the generations for a family party, bring the girls for some pre-wedding zen time, or make it your base for an annual friends’ reunion. Behind the mellow Georgian façade, this is a house for having fun.

If you’re looking for a taste of modern country living but want it with all the upsides and none of the hardships, we may have just the place for you! Longhollow House, in the heart of rural Wiltshire, is the perfect retreat for a group get together and celebration.

A picture-perfect Elizabethan manor just two hours from London, Broomstone House sits at the foot of the Quantock Hills in Somerset in a nature-rich estate that includes an organic farm and ancient woodlands, with views of one of England’s most picturesque landscapes.

Is there a style called rustic funky? There should be because it’s the signature style of Rapunzel’s Keep near Bath. From your vantage point overlooking a 20-acre estate, enjoy a laid-back gathering of family, friends or hens in this converted barn with adjoining grain tower.

Just two miles from Dorset’s Jurassic Coast and its fabulous beaches, Colmers Rectory is more a Bishop’s palace than a humble rectory, such is the scale and splendour of this Georgian gem. It evokes a bygone age while delivering on every essential for your luxury country break.

Horseshoe House, just outside the beautiful city of Bath, is a house for celebrations. In a previous life it was a welcoming pub and now it has been restored above and beyond its former glory, to offer luxury accommodation for up to 18 guests (or up to 30 guests for an additional cost).

Set in the middle of North Devon’s beautiful countryside, this historic big house has retained the style and charm of the original design but with today’s panache and comforts. Fantastic facilities include a solar-heated swimming pool, sauna, snooker room and tennis court.

Rackenford Estate in Devon has acres of space. A large entrance hall with a galleried landing, three further reception rooms and big bedrooms. Outside, sweeping lawns and 38 acres of parkland are yours to roam, and far-reaching views reveal Devon’s inner beauty.

Crunch up the gravel path, bordered by trim hedges and manicured lawns, and feel the tranquility envelop you as you arrive at Alvington Lodge. Glance back to the River Severn in the distance, before entering the calming interiors of this peaceful retreat.

Haygrass House in Somerset is a Georgian classic with a modern heartbeat. As you approach the porticoed entrance, the fine-boned symmetry of this grand country house hints at the beauty within. The perfect retreat for a celebration or reunion.

Ready for some fun? Tally Hoo House in Wiltshire, once a stable block, is now a fabulous country hideaway for up to 14 lucky guests. Exposed beams and brickwork offer a sympathetic nod to its past amidst a makeover with the wow factor.

Dating back to the 17th century, Charborne Manor has been lovingly refurbished, blending the best of the old and the new. With space for up to 16 people, a host of playtime extras - including a tennis court, hot tub and games room - it sets the scene for a dream holiday.

White Gable House in Exeter is a Grade II listed property with modern monochrome interiors. It has a city address with lots of outdoor space, and it’s a minimalist home which feels cosy and welcoming. This story of contrasts makes White Gable House rather special.

This modern house, which overlooks Wanson Mouth Beach in Cornwall, wouldn’t be out of place on Grand Designs. Here, rustic chic meets contemporary design with quirky and delightful details, from the copper-clad kitchen to the cosy cinema room.

Set in the heart of the rolling Quantock Hills in Somerset, with 15 acres of private land to explore and a huge hot tub, Green’s Hill House is your ideal getaway for a family party, a gathering with friends in the country or a sophisticated hen do.

It’s back to school – in the best possible way. The Old Village School in Devon was a Victorian school house, now sensitively restored as a luxury holiday home for 18 to 24 guests. Situated in a pretty village on the edge of Dartmoor, it’s the perfect place for adventures.

A stunning contemporary conversion of the original farm pig pens and dairy, The Paisley Pig is now a sociable space for 12 guests, with an array of modern comforts and entertaining diversions against a backdrop of thick stone walls and exposed timbers.

Deep in the Somerset countryside, Penbridge House is just a few fields from the famous music festival, Glastonbury. Whether it’s your luxury base for a welly-clad weekend of music or you’re here on any other day of the year, it’s your dream of a West Country Georgian manor.

Stargaze Manor sits in a picture-perfect rural oasis. The soft green hills around you are within the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the North Devon UNESCO biosphere and a Dark Sky Reserve. And the house is designed to celebrate the views.

One of the best ways to switch off and relax is to surround yourself with natural beauty. That’s why we all love our countryside breaks. And at Hillacre House in Somerset, the countryside is all around you. It’s visible from every window, from the sweeping lawns, and from the hot tub.

There’s room for everyone in this boutique-style holiday home in Bournemouth. When a big family holiday by the sea is just what you need, pile in and make yourselves at home. Enjoy the seaside vibes of the whitewashed walls and bleached wood and sea grass details.

Galpin Manor, an elegant and spacious late Georgian town house, hides its charms behind a discreet hedge in the pretty Dorset town of Bridport, with lots to do locally and the golden sands of West Bay on the famous Jurassic Coast just a mile away.

Hidden among undulating green fields close to the Quantocks in Somerset, Damson Barn is a stylish barn conversion that pulls off the seemingly impossible with its marriage of space and cosiness, country charm and sharp style, traditional materials and modern comforts.

Newburrow Farm is a little gem in the heart of the Somerset countryside. Dating back to 1564, this Grade II listed building exudes historic character, luxury and style, having been totally modernised, with the added benefit of two outdoor hot tubs.

Set among the trees with glimpses of the sea beyond, Devonhill in Salcombe feels like the most exciting treehouse. As the wooded garden slopes steeply below, the balconies are among the treetops and large sliding doors sweep aside to capture the full effect.

Gorgeous views, period details and modern luxuries; Rosebriar House is a North Devon gem that you won’t want to leave. This characterful house, close to the coast, is perfect for a multi-generational family holiday, giving you the space to make memories.

Grab your surf boards and shades and head to Tregan House for a big break with friends or family. Just 500m from Watergate Bay and about 10 minutes’ drive from Cornwall’s surfing capital of Newquay, Tregan House is a beach-style home for 12 to 14 guests.

With far reaching sea views and a beach just 500 yards away, it’s all about seaside vibes at Porthgan House in Cornwall. In this modern, light-filled home, which sits on a hill above the bay, you can spend hours simply soaking up those views.