There must be many couples or families who don’t go on holiday because they can’t bear to leave their dog in a boarding kennels or with a relative or friend.
Well, actually, there is no reason why the beloved pet cannot go with them with a wide range of options for dog-friendly luxury self-catering accommodation.
It is true that some holiday lets do not allow animals to stay but there are plenty that do. So whether you yearn to explore rolling countryside in England, the mountains of Wales, the stunning scenery of Ireland, the beauty of the Scottish Highlands or a city break in the UK or abroad, there are places you can stay with your dogs.
Here are five different types of luxury dog-friendly accommodation available for self-catering holiday breaks:
- Glamping or luxury camping
Glamping is a step up from camping with luxury tents equipped with comfy king-size beds and furniture. The kids will love it and the dog will also enjoy being in the great outdoors. If you fancy an alternative from bricks and mortar it is well worth considering dog-friendly glamping.
- Log cabins
Combining the rustic charm of being out in the wilds with the homely comfort of a holiday home, luxury log cabins are proving more and more popular. These are available throughout the UK and Ireland with plenty of options for dog-friendly luxury log cabins available.
- Luxury cottages
It is advisable to check how many dogs the owners will allow to stay in luxury dog friendly cottages because the number is sometimes limited. However, there is a wealth of accommodation where two or more dogs can stay with the occupants during their stay.
- Mansions or country houses
If there is a big party of you planning to get away together along with several dogs then it is worth considering renting a larger property. Some pet-friendly mansions or country houses allow for up to as many as six dogs to stay.
- Holiday homes with swimming pools and hot tubs
You have thought about a romantic break in a hotel with a hot tub and discounted it because you hate to leave the dogs behind. Well, you don’t have to. There are many luxury dog-friendly cottages with a hot tub available for holiday let throughout the UK and Ireland.
