Take a group trip to this pretty Victorian property in the heart of scenic Norfolk, a spacious house welcoming up to nine humans and one canine guest. This cosy accommodation has several fires to keep warm next to as well as a large lawn where everyone can relax together. There are plenty of options for doggy-pleasing days out nearby, be it sniffing out the Gooderstone Water Gardens (9 miles), spotting wildlife in Thetford Forest (10 miles) or taking long walks along the picturesque Norfolk Coast (30 miles).
There’s plenty of space inside this renovated cottage, which has a tasteful vintage-inspired style – take time to admire the interesting ornaments and plants peppered throughout. In the huge kitchen, which is equipped with a farmhouse sink and an Aga, cook up group meals for your family to be enjoyed with a glass of wine in the attractive dining area. With two lounges and a snug as well as a garden, where will Flora choose for chowing down on her special holiday bone? The huge enclosed garden has picnic benches for relaxing on and plenty of grass where the dog can stretch out in the sun, plus shady spots around the edges.
North Pickenham is a village with shops, cafes and a dog-friendly pub where some of your party can head for a pint while the others go to Swaffham (3.5 miles) for a wander round. If you or your pet want to let off some steam, take a walk down Peddars Way, a 46-mile trail that can be accessed in the village. Head to the National Trust-owned Oxburgh Hall (10.5 miles) for a leisurely day out. Dogs on leads are welcome in the gardens, woodland and cafe – you can take it in turns to visit the inside of this stunning house, built in 1582.