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Zebbug, Malta
A charming oasis, Clive and Luidmila’s lovingly restored 300-year-old house is tucked away in a small town of narrow, winding streets, within easy reach of the cities of Mdina and Valletta.
Albergo Al Sole
Asolo
Once a bolt hole for wealthy Venetians escaping the summer heat (plus Robert Browning, Freya Stark, Igor Stravinsky et al.), this charming little medieval hill town in the Veneto is known as ‘the town of a hundred horizons’.
The Compasses Inn
Tisbury
A dog friendly pub where four legged friends are welcome to come and stay as well, The Compasses Inn is stylish and contemporary inside. They have dog treats and water bowls for our canine friends and a choice of balls to go and catch by the cricket pitch.
Lion and Pheasant
Shrewsbury
On a street of 16th and 17th century buildings near the English Bridge, this coaching inn has been updated with a fresh, pale grey and white New England look.
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No. 38 The Park
Cheltenham
Easy-going cool seeps through this Georgian town house in a leafy corner of Pittville, close to Cheltenham Racecourse. Smartly styled bedrooms set their own tone, with a claw-footed bath here, or an original fireplace there. Large-choice breakfasts include seasonal fruit, avocado and poached eggs on sourdough toast, American-style pancakes, crispy smoked streaky bacon, and maple syrup. Part of The Lucky Onion Family.
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells
TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Close to the station, a hotel and restaurant inside a Grade II-listed 18th-century sandstone mansion. Intimate and clubby, there is an open fire in the bar, and Gallic-influenced dishes in the informal restaurant; alfresco dining on the terrace. Modern bedrooms (some overlooking Calverley Park) have plenty of perks: a capsule coffee machine, fluffy bathrobes, chic toiletries for indulgent bathing. Within walking distance of the Pantiles.
The Bull – Beaumaris
Beaumaris
On the South East coast of Anglesey, The Bull Beaumaris sits in the heart of a pretty seaside town and small and medium sized dogs are permitted in the bar as well as to stay in the Marchioness and Blue Room rooms at a charge of £15 per night.
Harington’s Hotel
Bath
In the heart of the city, this genial small hotel spreads over three Georgian houses on a quiet cobbled street.
Watergate Bay
Watergate Bay
Set on a two mile surfing beach in North Cornwall, Watergate Bay is a wonderful place to take canine pals, and the hotel welcomes them to stay with you in select rooms as well as in The Beach Hut and The Living Space.
The Forest Country Guest House
Newtown
A country house B&B set in a splendid Victorian mansion, The Forest Country Guest House is a five star destination where dogs are welcome to join guests staying in the four self catering cottages in the grounds.
The Bull and Swan at Burghley
Stamford
In the late 17th century, the Honourable Order of Little Bedlam (an aristocratic drinking club) rampaged through this coaching inn – today an altogether more upstanding crowd come for the modern pub grub, cinema nights and the garden’s ‘pizza potting shed’ (open on warm-weather weekends). Characterful bedrooms mix vintage furnishings and modern conveniences. Some have exposed stones or feature wallpaper, perhaps an original fireplace, mullioned window.
The Duke of Richmond
St Peter Port
A truly special retreat on Guernsey, The Duke of Richmond welcomes dogs and makes a variety of home comforts and services available including beds, bowls, toys, treats and veterinary services and emergency details are on hand.
Easby Hall
Richmond
A luxury country house hotel, Easby Hall where dogs are welcome at the hotel and to stroll through the beautiful estate with their owners.
The Fuzzy Duck
Stratford-upon-Avon
A warm and welcoming inn, the Fuzzy Duck in Armscote is extremely dog friendly - staff are delighted to meet four-legged friends and there’s a good garden to play in.
The Haughmond
UPTON MAGNA
There are a number of dog friendly rooms at The Haughmond, a luxury retreat where room rates include your dog stay and your pets are welcome to join you in the restaurant for lunch dinner or breakfast.
The City Gate
Exeter
Abutting the Roman city walls, this style-savvy red brick old coaching inn (Young’s Brewery) has a lively atmosphere. Inside, a host of interesting curios including a vintage sewing machine, a ship’s masthead, and splashes of colour lend a quirky yet unpretentious vibe. Microbrewed drinks and traditional pub classics are served all day in the buzzy restaurant. In balmy weather, diners spill on to the large beer garden. ‘Boutiquey’ bedrooms are themed (water, wool, cotton).
Southampton Harbour Hotel
Southampton
This luxury seaside hotel is a favourite amongst those looking for a treat of a stay complete with spa treatments, and it welcomes dogs in some rooms.
The Coach House
Derby
At this dreamy, vibrant B&B, dogs are welcome to join their owners, staying in the rooms for £10 per pet, per night. There’s only one room that doesn’t permit dogs.
Saorsa 1875
Pitlochry
A thoughtful take on modern hospitality, the McLaren-Stewart family’s vegan hotel and restaurant bring together a deeply considered environmental ethos with contemporary style.
Glewstone Court
Ross-on-Wye
Smartly refashioned into a stylish modern country house hotel, a Grade II-listed Georgian manor in glorious Herefordshire countryside, just beyond the town. Popular for weddings and special events, the family-run hotel has bedrooms with garden views, and a fine-dining restaurant.
The Talbot
Malton
This former Georgian coaching inn in Yorkshire’s ‘food capital’ has a winning combination of cool style, informal atmosphere and robust food.
Tillmouth Park
Cornhill-on-Tweed
Time stands still at this handsome Victorian Gothic-style mansion surrounded by extensive, well-kept grounds and woodland. It is filled with rich wood panelling, beautiful paintings, antiques and ornate stained glass windows, and run by ‘such polite, consistently friendly, obliging’ staff’. On comfy sofas by roaring log fires, dreams of a bygone age are conjured by the galleried baronial hall. Dinner is an elegant affair in the candle-lit restaurant. Mount the grand staircase to spacious, traditionally furnished bedrooms, equipped with a refreshment tray, dressing gowns and luxury toiletries. Wake to a sumptuous cooked-to-order breakfast.
Lace Market Hotel
NOTTINGHAM
A good base for exploring the city, four listed buildings (two Georgian and two Victorian) form this hotel on the cobbled High Pavement. It has a striking Art Deco-influenced interior, and a choice of places to eat and drink. Afternoon tea is served Thursday to Saturday.
St Davids Cross Hotel
St Davids
Opposite the stone cross on the square, a relaxed, cosy and dog friendly hotel in a well-maintained garden. Comforting dishes in the intimate dining room use locally sourced produce; the bar has an extensive cocktail menu.
Grey Street Hotel
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE
A former bank, the Georgian building (Grade II listed) has a handsome array of arched windows, ornate stonework and pediments. Inside, the hotel is modern, enlivened with bright splashes of colour. Stylish and dog-friendly bedrooms have high ceilings, a lap top safe and tea- and coffee-making facilities. Beauty treatments are available. No on-site dining at the moment, but a ‘Grab and Go’ breakfast bag is offered, and nearby bars and restaurants are plentiful. On one of the city’s finest streets (some traffic noise), the railway station, metro and quayside are all a short walk away.
The Victoria Hotel
BAMBURGH
In a ‘scenically superb area’, this ‘good-value’ hotel stands opposite the green of this village (known for its magnificent castle) on the North Sea coast facing Farne Island. Fronted by potted plants and a coat of arms, it is managed by Graham Young
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The Farmers Arms
TAUNTON
Off the beaten track, four miles south of Taunton, a relaxed and dog-friendly rustic inn with wooden floors, exposed stone walls, leather sofas and a log burner, Perfect pre- and post a bracing walk, the welcoming bar serves an extensive range of Somerset ales, and there is hearty fare in the oak-beamed restaurant. Bedrooms have views of rolling countryside.
Ox Pasture Hall Country House Hotel
Scarborough
Two miles outside Scarborough in the North York Moors National Park, a dog-friendly country house hotel set in seventeen acres of gardens and grounds. Individually designed bedrooms and suites are in the main house, or set around a wisteria-clad courtyard; some have direct access to the garden. The traditional, stone-walled bar has comfortable seating by a cheerful wood-burning stove, and there is a choice of dining – traditional Yorkshire gastro pub fare in the Bistro, or more creative cuisine in the Courtyard restaurant.
Boringdon Hall
Plymouth
Six miles from Plymouth, an Elizabethan manor house with an award-winning spa in the grounds. Full of character, the original building retains its oak panelling, ornate ceilings, mullioned windows and stone archways. The fine-dining Gallery restaurant overlooks the beamed Great Hall, which features a coat of arms of King James I above an enormous stone fireplace. Accommodation ranges from the majestic, with four-poster beds, to more contemporary rooms situated in the courtyard and stable wings. Gaia spa has a pool, hydrotherapy pool, steam rooms and saunas, a relaxation room, gym and a salon with a wide choice of beauty treatments.
Eagle Mill
HUNTINGDON
In three acres of garden, orchard and paddock an 18th-century millworker’s cottage with smartly styled bedrooms (1 suitable for dog-owners) in an architect-designed extension. B&B guests can enjoy the scenery on large garden terraces.
The Hatch Inn
Taunton
Overlooking the Blackdown Hills, a welcoming, dog-friendly country pub in an 18th century coaching Inn. Bedrooms are neat and comfortable, and supplied with tea, coffee, bottled water; Chard is large enough to accommodate a family of four. In the bar, local ciders and wines accompany home-made food, based on locally sourced ingredients. The Neroche Staple Fitzpaine Herepath (a 13.5 mile off-road trail) is close by.
Dunster Castle Hotel
Dunster
In this Grade II listed building at the foot of the castle, tastefully decorated bedrooms are supplied with sparkling water, a pack of chocolate chip cookies, chocolates, and even a glass of sherry; most overlook the cobbled high street. Breakfasts are fresh and varied. In the evenings, guests are welcome to enjoy their own food or a takeaway in the bar (plates, glasses, cutlery, and the washing up! are all provided). There’s also a deli next door, and numerous eateries and bars nearby.
Treetops B&B
Fort William
Built in the style of an alpine chalet, the spacious bedrooms in this modern building have glorious views of Ben Nevis. B&B guests start the day with a noteworthy Scottish breakfast. A great base for discovering the area, by foot, kayak or bicycle, the knowledgeable hosts are on hand with helpful tips on places to visit and where to eat nearby. There are excellent transport links to Fort William, 3 miles away.
The Old Forge
Marlborough
Once the village blacksmiths, the 16th-century building is now a peaceful B&B with a TV, fridge, hairdryer, radio alarm, and tea- and coffee-making facilities in contemporary bedrooms. For breakfast, local and homemade produce is served in a large open-plan kitchen. A picnic area at the front is set beside the river bank where the Kennet flows past. In a small village, 5 miles W of Marlborough.
Stuart House Hotel
King's Lynn
Up a quiet lane, this informal hotel is within easy walking distance of the centre via a pretty park. Real ales, fine wines, malt whiskies, and pub fare is taken by a roaring fire in the bar, or outside in warmer months, in a resident-only area or lively beer garden. Cosy rooms are individually decorated and well equipped. The Stuart Restaurant serves traditional British food and hosts gourmet dinners, theme evenings and special events.
The Crown Inn
Pooley Bridge
Beside the River Eamont, a 17th-century coaching inn (Thwaites) has been revamped to make the most of its idyllic surroundings. It has a large modern rooftop sun terrace with splendid views, and garden seating by the water’s edge. On cold days, the cosy interior, furnished with plaids and reclaimed timber, is warmed by blazing fires. Food is served throughout the day. Some of the rustic and plainly styled bedrooms (a few are in a separate building) have views of Lake Ullswater.
Gisborough Hall
Guisborough
Grand, and grandly welcoming, this creeper-covered Victorian mansion stands in a spread of green grounds on the edge of the North York Moors.
Stanton Manor Hotel
Chippenham
Set in seven acres of beautiful grounds, a historic house listed in the Domesday Book, and once owned by Elizabeth I’s Lord Treasurer, Lord Burghley. Rebuilt in 1840, it still features an original fireplace in the galleried hall. Casual dining, snacks and afternoon tea are served in the Restaurant and on the large terrace overlooking the garden. The hotel is in the village of Stanton Saint Quintin, four miles from Chippenham.
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall Hotel
Ipswich
Just outside Ipswich, a country house hotel with a relaxed atmosphere. Modern, spacious bedrooms have large beds, luxury toiletries, and a minibar stocked with complimentary soft drinks and biscuits. The informal restaurant is open all day for brasserie dishes such as Ingley Dell pork fillet, roasted breast of Sutton Hoo chicken and chargrilled steaks. Overlooking sweeping lawns, a covered terrace is ideal for outdoor dining or afternoon tea.
The Winning Post
Ascot
Ten minutes from Ascot Racecourse, this 18th-century red-brick pub is a cert for equine devotees and rural inn-seekers alike. There are nooks and crannies, tweedy fabrics. original stone floors and a welcoming open fire in cooler months. Some of the comfortable bedrooms have views over the peaceful garden which has plenty of seating and a cosy Cabana for the ultimate outdoor dining experience. Traditional pub fare is supplemented with dishes such as Wild Boar sausages, mash, lentils and savoy cabbage or braised rabbit, mustard root vegetables and tarragon.
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