Paws and relax at one of these indulgent pet-friendly properties – handpicked for a dose of wellbeing. This time, we’ve moved the focus to properties with very special spa features for the humans in your group. Don’t worry, there are still lots of highlights for our dog pals, of course!
Make the most of your opportunity to book massage treatments, soak in wood-fired hot tubs, or begin the morning with a sea swim (or doggy paddle!) on a nearby beach. In addition, Canine Cottages is funding welcome packs for Battersea dogs in foster. For each booking made, Canine Cottages will give £2 + VAT to Battersea – read more about our Battersea partnership.
Browse the beautiful holiday retreats we collected and fetch some zen.
The Beach Hideaway, Lancing, Sussex
Sleeps 2 dogs and 4 humans
A chic, calming retreat full of art and with clever decor throughout, this property is filled to the brim with style. Bi-fold doors lead onto the big garden enclosed with high fences, ensuring your canine can race around while you lounge on the sofas or prepare a recipe in the elegant kitchen.
Wellness features for pet parents
Each morning, begin your day with a paddle or simple stroll at the dog-friendly shingle beach only 200 steps away. Sink into the covered hot tub for soaks come rain or shine and watch the family pets explore the contemporary garden. When you’re ready to dry off, step inside the restorative infrared sauna.
Extra dog-friendly features:
- Pet-friendly shingle beach just 200 steps from the property
- Underfloor heating for cosy paws (plus dog blankets and towels)
- Charming gravel garden fully enclosed by high fences
Tides View Appledore, North Devon
Sleeps 3 dogs and 3 humans
An elegant, cosy retreat for the whole pack, Tides View is full of coastal-inspired charm and, of course, boasts wonderful sea views! Sliding doors ensure indoor/outdoor living during your break, while high, stone fencing and a grassy lawn make the garden a delight for your canine friend.
Wellness features for pet parents
You’ll be captivated by wonderful sea views when taking a dip in the indulgent private hot tub; it’s the perfect place to de-stress and luxuriate. For an invigorating cold-water plunge, the wide, sandy shores of Westward Ho! Beach are a 1.5-mile drive away, with sloping sands perfect for a dip, and waves to jump through (some dog restrictions apply). The outdoor hot shower is a little luxury when rinsing off toes and paws.
Extra dog-friendly features:
- Outside hot shower offers a comfortable rinse for sandy or muddy fur
- Underfloor heating ensures cosiness for everyone
- Enclosed, tiered rear garden with a lawn to sniff around
The Velveteen Bath House, North Yorkshire
Sleeps 3 dogs and 4 humans
Design-led interiors and gardens make this a very special place to stay with your four-pawed pal. Artwork, enchanting colour schemes, clever furnishings and chic outdoor decking all combine to create a holiday home you’ll love – and we know your family pet will love too!
Wellness features for pet parents
The south-facing Spa Garden is a sanctuary for wellness-loving humans, with an outdoor Swedish sauna and a covered Japanese-style Ofuro hot tub – deeper than traditional hot tubs and designed for an immersive ‘chin-down soak’.
Extra dog-friendly features:
- Dog towels, bowls and treats are all provided for our canine pals
- Stylish high fences all around, a grassy lawn for games, and a hose for mucky pups
- A crackling open fire for snuggly evenings with the pack
Croes Vaen, Wye Valley
Sleeps 2 dogs and 10 humans
An imposing Grade II-listed, Arts and Crafts Tudor-style country home (although it looks more like a castle to us!), Croes Vaen beautifully combines old-world grandeur with contemporary finishes. Set in mature grounds, with a pool table and the option to arrange a chef, this is a great opportunity to get a big group together for an exciting break.
Wellness features for pet parents
An immense private hot tub for eight, an outdoor shower (for humans or pups!), and an electric sauna that seats up to ten guests ensure everyone can enjoy the wonderful spa facilities on-site. Spend time with the group, or sneak out on your own and immerse yourself in the peace and quiet of this stunning setting.
Extra dog-friendly features:
- Enclosed mature gardens, with an outdoor shower and a woodland walk nearby
- Three wood burners ensure plenty of warm, inviting spots throughout
- A little welcome gift is included for any dogs on the booking
The Spa Cottage – Morecambe, Lancashire
Sleeps 2 dogs and 4 humans
Aptly named, this stunning 200-year-old property is bursting with heritage features, including impressive original stone walls and a feature fireplace, that beautifully sit alongside contemporary bespoke furnishings. Let your waggy-tailed pal wander the garden while you embrace the fantastic spa features of this luxury holiday cottage.
Wellness features for pet parents
We may well have left the best ‘til last with this impressive wellness-focused escape. Pamper yourself with a daily regimen beginning in the cold plunge, warming up in the bubbling hot tub, meditating with a spell in the sauna, before rinsing off in the outdoor shower. In addition to this excellent selection of facilities, you can book beauty and holistic treatments, so you’ll feel fully rejuvenated after your stay.
Extra dog-friendly features:
- Fully enclosed by tall stone walls, so your canine can potter while you enjoy your wellbeing routine
- Surrounded by welcoming dog-friendly pubs with treats and pats for four-pawed friends
- The Lancashire Coastal Way is less than 100 metres away for phenomenal seaside walkies (summer restrictions apply on the beach)
Paws and unwind
To discover more dog-friendly holiday retreats, investigate our pawsome full collection. We have many more properties with unique facilities to inspire wellbeing, as well as lots of restorative beachside boltholes, and five-star homes to ensure luxury for your whole pack.
Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of writing,
please ensure you check carefully before making any decisions based on the contents within this article.