February 14th 2025
Sniffing Out the Best Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottages for Dogstival 2025
The team at New Forest Cottages LOVE dogs and are proud sponsors of Dogstival 2025!
Here’s a thought … if you’re coming from outside the area or have friends visiting Dogstival, why not head to one of their dog-friendly holiday cottages and treat yourself to a weekend away instead of a long drive home?
New Forest Cottages has over 90 dog-friendly houses, cottages, cabins, apartments, and barn conversions in and around the New Forest and Hampshire/Dorset coastline. Whatever season you decide to visit this beautiful area, you and your pup are in for a paw-fect stay! There are endless walks through the forest’s pretty woods, heathlands, and beaches. And after a day of zoomies and meeting new furry friends, you and your pup can have somewhere cosy and comfy to flop – either curling up in front of a toasty fire or as the months get warmer in a sunny garden while you pop a bottle of bubbles and join your pooch to take in some rays.
To help you plan the ultimate dog-friendly escape, we’ve tracked down some of the best dog-friendly cottages in the New Forest—handpicked for pooch-approved perfection!
Holly House
Sleeping 7 guests, this elegant home is perfect for both dogs and their humans. It’s in the pretty village of Nomansland with a brilliant dog-friendly pub and French Restaurant on the edge of the quaint village green. The spacious enclosed garden is a hit with pups as well as little ones, offering plenty of room to run off some steam. Find out more about Holly House
Brambles
This dinky single-story home for 2 guests is in the countryside hamlet of Ossemsley. Choose to stay here for a peaceful, relaxing spot to enjoy the sound of birdsong and nature. The courtyard garden is perfect for doggos, and it comes with access to a lovely, fenced paddock to explore. Find out more about Brambles
Lane Cottage
This spacious and beautifully styled retreat sleeping 6 guests is tucked away in the heart of Sway, with dog-friendly pubs, village shops and forest trails right on your doorstep. The enclosed garden is perfect for energetic pups to stretch their legs while the classy interiors beckon you to kick off your shoes, relax and sprawl in comfort. See more info about Lane Cottage
Sunnyside
This dreamy, detached home is idyllic for both two- and four-legged friends. Sleeping 6 guests, you’ll find Sunnyside in the hopelessly pretty village of Beaulieu. Flaunting personality and character by the bucketload, with Cottage Core aesthetics, a real fire, loads of space and a gorgeous garden for endless games of fetch, plus a gate leading straight onto the forest for walkies! Find out about Sunnyside
Saddlers Cottage
If you’re looking for a blend of town and country, Saddlers Cottage is an excellent choice. You’ll find it in the popular sailing town of Lymington, which is loaded with a vast array of dog-friendly eateries, shops and a weekly market, plus easy coastal walks past the marinas. It’s just a few minutes in the car to the wide open spaces and woods of the beautiful New Forest. The cottage has big rooms, quality furniture and furnishings and a sunny courtyard garden for easy morning tail wags. It’s a prime pick for somewhere to stay for social pups and their humans. See more about Saddlers Cottage
Piglets
Just a toddle from the Dogstival site in Burley is Piglets – sleeps 4. It’s a real tail-wagging holiday home offering all the charm and comfort you and your pup could wish for. Inside, it’s all about cosy vibes, with a large open-log fire in the lounge, underfloor heating in the kitchen (which your fur baby will love) and a dining room to gather around the old farmhouse table for dinner, drinks, and board games. The enclosed garden is ripe for sniffy exploration or lazy afternoon snoozes in the sunshine. Find out more about Piglets
Old Farm Cottage
Imagine waking up, throwing open the doors, and stepping straight into the heart of the New Forest—where ancient trees, soft mossy paths, and endless trails await. Old Farm Cottage, which sleeps 8 guests, is a rural paradise on the outskirts of Pilley village, where dogs and their humans can enjoy real back-to-nature adventures. There’s even a private, gated swimming pool, children’s climbing frame/swings/slide and direct access to the forest. It’s countryside living at its best. Find out more about Old Farm Cottage
The New Forest National Park is the ultimate dog-friendly destination for miles and miles of sniff-worthy trails, sandy paws at the beach, and woodland adventures. Take a look at all New Forest Cottages dog-friendly holiday homes for some seriously good R&R.
