If there’s one thing that makes a holiday even better, it’s sharing the fun with your favourite four-legged friend. This charming, dog-friendly shepherd’s hut for two is the perfect location to do just that, with a welcome pack waiting for your canine companion. Beautifully crafted and comfortable, it has far-reaching country views and is set in the peaceful rural hamlet of Badgeworth, just 3 miles from Cheltenham. The elegant Regency town offers great doggy walks in its renowned green spaces, and is surrounded by glorious countryside, perfect for scenic rambles in the Cotswolds. Cheltenham has a wealth of cultural attractions and specialist shops, along with a host of dog-friendly pubs and eateries.
The hut’s bright interior is delightfully furnished, with a pretty, blue and white theme that includes crockery, two comfortable chairs and a lovely floral quilt on the king-size bed. Underfloor heating and fluffy dressing gowns in the spacious shower room add a touch of indulgence, while a table and chairs create a cosy dining spot. Outside, relax in in the enclosed garden, with a hot tub, seating and a fire pit, perfect for cooler nights.
Enjoy a walk in Cheltenham’s Pittville Park, where pups can run free across the huge Pittville Lawn, playing field and wildflower meadows. Beautiful, dog-friendly Montpellier Gardens is a favourite spot, with a cafe, art gallery and a variety of events year-round. Dog walkers are welcome, too, on the fields and paths around Cheltenham Racecourse, with far-reaching views of the Malvern Hills. Stretch legs and paws on Leckhampton Hill (4.5 miles), with paths to explore, beautiful views across Cheltenham, wildflowers and a wealth of wildlife. From here you and your furry friend can join the long-distance Cotswold Way across hills, past streams and through woodland.