Dog-friendly Dittiscombe, South Devon
The cottages are in a peaceful and secluded valley, perfect for unwinding and listening to the birds. Everything is of a high standard of comfort and the owner is always available to help, but unobtrusive. We will definitely be coming back. Dogs more than welcome as were the complementary dog biscuits!
Beautiful location near Slapton beach and the Ley. Lovely if you have a dog and very helpful hosts. Comfortable accommodation in a very peaceful spot. Nice pubs in Slapton and excellent fish and chips at the Start Bay Inn.
We love Dittiscombe and have stayed here many times, the location is peaceful and it’s great for our 2 dogs as we can walk them around the trails straight from the cottage. The cottages are clean and comfortable and we hope to return soon.
Our stay in Honeysuckle at Dittiscombe could not have been better. From the warm welcome, the incredible wildlife friendly surroundings that are Ruth and Jon’s lifelong passion project, and the lovely cosy cottage perfect for a couple and their dog.
Dog-friendly Cottages at Dittiscombe Estate
Bring your dog for a safe holiday at Dittiscombe Estate. We have a wonderful wildlife valley of 20 acres, ponds, streams and woodland for you and your dog to enjoy, all easily accessible from your cottage door.
Find your perfect cottage from:
Rafters, sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms, enclosed garden; 2 dogs welcome
Honeysuckle, couples’ cottage, enclosed garden; 1 dog welcome
Dovecote, sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms, garden; 2 dogs welcome
Lots more information about the cottages on our Cottages page too. To check our availability click on the Booking page.
Dogs welcome here
Dogs are welcome on all our local beaches and in the cafes and pubs in Slapton and Torcross. Slapton Sands beach is about a 10 minute drive, or a walk of about 1 hour from your cottage door with spectacular walks along the South West Coast Path.
Within the Estate grounds there are woodlands, fields and ponds which are accessed by a grassy path, all for the exclusive use of our guests and their dogs.
Most of our dog-friendly cottages have enclosed gardens with post and rail fencing with stock-proof wire in between. If you have a dog which might escape, or a very small dog, then please check with Ruth and Jon first before booking a cottage.
Charges for your dog
There is an extra cost per dog of £25 per week and £10 for a short break, and further details of this can be found on our FAQ page. We do not allow dogs to be left unattended in the cottages, unless by special arrangement.
Dog friendly South Devon
There are lots of places in this area that you can visit with your dog – beaches and coves, pubs and cafes, steam trains and ferries. Our nearest village, Slapton, has two excellent dog friendly pubs, the Tower Inn and The Queens Arms.
Some of the most beautiful beaches in the South Hams are dog friendly every day of the year, with a few having partial restrictions during the summer months. It’s a good idea to remember to check tide times as some of these natural coves and estuary beaches can almost disappear at high water.
Using the South West Coast Path you will come across some spectacular coastal scenery and there are plenty of dog-friendly pubs and cafes along the way:
The Boathouse at Torcross
The Cricket Inn or Britannia shack at Beesands
The Gara Rock Hotel near Salcombe
The Cove Bar, Hope & Anchor or Cottage Hotel in Hope Cove
The Sloop Inn at Bantham
The Village Inn at Thurlestone
You’ll find a list of favourite beaches on our Beaches of the South Hams page, and lots more information on our dedicated Dog-friendly website. Or read Ruth’s blogs: New Adventures with your dog in the South Hams or a Dog-friendly Welcome in South Devon.
The Dog Lodge
The Dog Lodge, Slapton, is a luxury licensed kennels and it’s located just 1 mile away from us. Dogs will be required to have been fully vaccinated, including kennel cough at least 10 days prior to staying, and owners are politely asked to bring certificates with them. Please ring Cathy at the kennels on 01548 581159 for more information about vaccinations, rates and how to book your dog in.
