Dog Friendly Holiday Lodges in South Devon
We know how important your four-legged friends are and that a holiday isn’t the same without them, and we’re proud to welcome well-behaved pets to our dog-friendly holiday lodges in South Devon.
We welcome up to 2 well-behaved dogs in each cabin, and we’re also happy to accommodate cats, rabbits, birds and even tortoises so the whole family can come along.
Churchwood Valley features designated on-site dog walking paths which wind their way through the trees. Further afield, you can enjoy Wembury Beach (between 1st October and 30th April), the South West Coast Path and beyond. The stretch of coast along from Wembury Beach is open to dogs year-round and is only a 10-minute walk from our free car park at the beach or 20 minutes from the site.
We ask that dogs be kept on leads when out and about on site to keep them safe. Our on-site shop sells dog food, treats and accessories, should you need anything whilst you’re here.
Please note that not all of our cabins have enclosed garden/patio/decking areas. Whilst we will endeavour to cater to special requests, we cannot guarantee secure outside spaces.
There are plenty of tail-waggingly good adventures to be had in and around our dog-friendly holiday lets. Here’s our pick of the best things to do with your dogs:
Dog-friendly Walks
- South West Coast Path – head towards Plymouth and enjoy the neighbouring beaches, or venture towards the river Yealm, taking a detour into Clitters Wood and the new National Trust footpaths to enjoy stunning views of the Yealm Estuary and beyond.
- Wembury Circular – enjoy a scenic part of the coast path before cutting inland to Wembury. Pop into The Odd Wheel for refreshments before returning to Churchwood.
- Dartmoor – explore an abundance of tors, rivers, woods and wildlife in one of England’s most outstanding national parks.
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Dog-friendly Beaches
- Wembury beach lies within a short walk of our self-catering dog-friendly accommodation. The beach is open to dogs between 1st October and 30th April and has a cafe and toilet facilities.
- Langdon Beach is a peaceful stretch of diverse coast between Wembury and Heybrook Bay. The perfect spot for beachcombing and wildlife spotting, dogs are allowed year-round.
- Coastguards Beach (Mothecombe) is open to dogs all year round and offers a wonderful river walk at low tide with plenty of space for games.
- Mothecombe Beach is a fantastic sandy bay open to dogs between 30th September and 1st May.
- Bovisand Beach welcomes dogs all year round and has a great cafe overlooking Plymouth Sound.
Dog-friendly Local Attractions
- Saltram House (National Trust) and grounds have plenty to offer all year round, from walks and play areas to events and seasonal activities.
- Cothele (National Trust) is an atmospheric Tudor house with Medieval roots, a mill on a historic quay, a garden with valley views and an expansive estate to explore.
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park offers delightful walks and sights as well as a cafe.
- The Eden Project is a nationally renowned attraction providing fun and education for the whole family. It’s open to dogs with certain restrictions in place.
Dog-friendly places to eat
- The School House, Mothecombe. Dogs are welcome all year round.
- The Eddystone, Mussel and Odd Wheel are just three of the local pubs that allow dogs. All are within Wembury Parish and within walking distance of Churchwood.
- The cafe at Saltram has a dedicated dog-friendly area and offers delicious treats year-round.