Let your puppy pal chase endless tennis balls on the sand when staying in Heacham, a dog-friendly destination on Norfolk’s wonderful north coast. This pet-welcoming property is a delightful mid-terrace with space for four guests and one dog, ideal for packs including small families or couples seeking a bit of extra space. The cottage is a home-from-home that’ll leave every guest, man and dog alike, feeling welcomed and settled in from the moment they cross the threshold, an ideal end to any day filled with coastal walks and Norfolk activities.
Any four-pawed pal will love having their master and the remainder of the pack close by when unwinding in the open-plan living space on the ground floor. You’re first greeted by a lounge with space to put feet (and paws) up in front of the cosy open fire, a real delight throughout winter holidays. Move into the dining room and onto the kitchen to find all the amenities required for a stay of any length. There’s also a shower room down here for added convenience. Leave sleeping dogs to lie peacefully down here as you move upstairs, finding a double and a twin bedroom. Finally, the enclosed courtyard at the rear invites pets to sniff around securely whilst you dine alfresco or sip a sundowner.
Walk just over a mile through the charming streets of Heacham to reach South Beach, an area that’s dog-friendly year-round with some restrictions through nesting season. Spot fantastic birdlife throughout the year, no doubt with Rover optimistically chasing after the birds that circle the skies above. Following the coastal path, you can reach Hunstanton (2.5 miles), another top dog village. Hunstanton Beach is home to seal colonies in the summer months, so be sure to keep your pup on a lead so as not to disturb the seal pups.