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Dog Friendly Holidays in Lyme Regis

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Dog Friendly Holidays in Lyme Regis

Planning a dog friendly break in Lyme Regis? These are the stays that suit best — compared side by side, each booking direct with the operator.

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✓ 17th-century former coaching inn with individually styled en-suite rooms

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The Bull Hotel

✓ 16th century coaching inn with 19 boutique bedrooms

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What's available for dog owners

There are 17 dog-friendly stays listed on BritStays in and around Lyme Regis, and every one of them is marked as pet friendly. Most are outdoor holidays: 8 are camping and 5 are caravanning, which makes up 13 of the 17. There are also 3 hotels and a single cottage listing. If you want a hotel room or a self-catering cottage with your dog, you have far fewer options than if you're happy with a pitch or a caravan.

Most of the choice is in Lyme Regis itself, with 12 stays. Bridport has 3, and Axminster and Chard, South West England have one each. If you want to be based in or near Lyme Regis, you have plenty to compare. If you've set your heart on one of the other towns, you'll have only a handful of options.

Matching the stay to your trip

The facility data gives a fair picture of what each place suits. Ten of the 17 list WiFi and ten list parking. That means some don't mention one or both, so check before you book if either matters to you. Seven have a laundrette, which is handy after muddy walks.

For families with a dog: 8 stays list a swimming pool, and a few add things children enjoy:

  • Alpine Grove has a pool, a hot tub and a playground.
  • Axe Vale Caravan Park offers a pool, a cafe and a playground.
  • Highlands End and West Bay Holiday Park both list evening entertainment.
  • Monkton Wyld Holiday Farm Park has takeaway food, which helps on nights when nobody wants to cook.

For couples: if you'd rather unwind than be entertained, look at stays with a spa, hot tub or restaurant. Dower House Hotel combines a pool, bar and restaurant. Eype Beach Holiday Park in Bridport lists a pool, spa and bar. Hawkchurch Country Park near Axminster has a pool, hot tub and gym. Westhayes Caravan Park also has a pool, bar and restaurant on site.

For a simpler, quieter stay: some listings name few facilities beyond being pet friendly, including Cannington farm campsite and Hooke Court. Westdown Orchard lists a gift shop and WiFi. These can suit you if you mainly want a base for walking, but check exactly what's on site first.

For groups and accessibility: The Moat House in Chard sleeps 6 and lists parking and WiFi. Berehayes Holiday Cottages and Monkton Wyld Holiday Farm Park both list disabled access. Berehayes also has a pool and spa.

Things to do once you're there

For an outing with a view, Pilsdon Pen is a National Trust site. If you like history, there are several heritage houses within reach:

  • Forde Abbey and Colcombe Castle
  • Shute Barton, Montacute House and West Coker Manor, all stately homes
  • Brympton House

On a rainy day, try Crewkerne Museum or the Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre. With children, Fancy's Family Farm near Weymouth is an animal-focused day out.

The information here doesn't say whether dogs are welcome at any of these places, inside or in the grounds. Check each one's dog policy before you set off, so you're not left waiting in the car park.

When and how to book

The numbers matter here. With only 3 hotels and 1 cottage among the dog-friendly listings, those rooms are the first to go, especially in school holidays and over bank holiday weekends. If you want one, book well ahead. Camping and caravanning have more choice, but popular parks with pools and entertainment can still fill up at peak times.

Before you confirm, it's worth asking the stay directly:

  • How many dogs are allowed, and is there an extra charge?
  • Are dogs allowed in every unit, or only some pitches and rooms?
  • Can dogs go in the bar, restaurant or other shared areas?
  • Are there areas on site for exercising dogs?

If your dates are flexible, travelling outside school holidays usually gives you more choice and quieter surroundings for walks. Read each listing carefully, as a pet-friendly label doesn't always mean the same thing from one place to the next.

Frequently asked questions

How many dog-friendly stays are there in Lyme Regis on BritStays?

There are 17 dog-friendly stays listed for the Lyme Regis area, and all 17 are marked as pet friendly. Twelve are in Lyme Regis itself, three in Bridport, one in Axminster and one in Chard, South West England.

What types of dog-friendly accommodation can I choose from?

Most are outdoor stays: 8 camping and 5 caravanning. There are also 3 hotels and 1 cottage listing, so hotel and cottage options are limited and worth booking early.

Are there dog-friendly stays with a swimming pool?

Yes. Eight of the 17 list a swimming pool, including Dower House Hotel, Alpine Grove, Axe Vale Caravan Park, Highlands End and Westhayes Caravan Park. Check with the stay whether dogs are allowed near the pool area.

Which dog-friendly stays suit families with children?

Alpine Grove and Axe Vale Caravan Park both list a playground and a swimming pool. Highlands End and West Bay Holiday Park list evening entertainment.

Is there a dog-friendly option for a group of six?

The Moat House in Chard, South West England sleeps 6 and lists pet friendly, WiFi and parking.

What can I visit nearby with my dog?

Nearby places include Pilsdon Pen (National Trust), Forde Abbey, Shute Barton and Montacute House. The details available don't confirm dog policies, so check with each venue before you go.

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