Dog-friendly accommodation on Holy Island (Lindisfarne)

 

Update (Oct 2023)

This list is no longer maintained.

For the most up-to-date information see the Dog-friendly accommodation list on Visit Lindisfarne.

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Original post:

We’ve been asked about accommodation on Holy Island that takes dogs so many times (we don’t at Belvue Guesthouse), that I decided to compile a list for all you four-legged-lovers out there. The truth is, the list is short if you are staying for less than a week, but if you’re staying seven days or longer, there are several good options.

Dog friendly hotels/B&Bs on Holy Island (Lindisfarne)

1. The Crown & Anchor Pub – they have one dog-friendly double room that books up quickly.
   Tel: 01289 389215
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
2. The Manor House Hotel – All of their rear-view rooms are dog/pet friendly (supplement applies). They don’t allow pets in their front-facing rooms.
   Tel: 01289 389207
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here

And that’s pretty much your lot for short stays. If you’re stuck without a place to stay on the island with your dog, you can try the Lindisfarne Inn on the A1 turning towards Holy Island. They are not on the island itself, but provide dog-friendly accommodation a short drive away (at low tide).

Dog friendly holiday lets/cottages on Holy Island (Lindisfarne)

Most holiday lets require a minimum booking period of one week, though some have flexibility in low season or if business is slow. There are a lot of holiday lets on Holy Island, so this list will grow as I go through them. If you know of (or own) accommodation on the island that is pet friendly, feel free to let me know.

Owners change (and change their mind), so please also check with the cottages to ensure they are happy to take your pooch.

1. The Hut
   Bungalow for up to 4 people, one king size and one twin bedroom.
   Takes well behaved pets. Please inform them at the time of booking.
   email: [email protected]
2. Wild Duck Cottage
   Cottage with two bedrooms (up to 5 people). Take dogs (supplement applies).
   Email: [email protected]
   Tel: 07710 621721
3. Coastguard’s Cottage (English Heritage)
   Cottage sleeps six + Cot. “Dogs allowed”.
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
4. Margie’s Cottage
   Cottage with two bedrooms (up to 4 people). Well behaved pets are by prior arrangement only.
   Email: [email protected]
   Tel: 07949 256450
5. Eider Duck Cottage
   Cottage with two bedrooms (accommodation for up to 4/6 [sofa bed])
   Takes one well behaved large dog or two small ones.
   Email: [email protected]
   Tel: 02088 763068
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
6. The Cottage
   Cottage with two bedrooms (Master bedroom and twin)
   Dog friendly.
   Tel: 07790 501364
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
7. St Oswald’s Cottage (National Trust)
   Cottage with three bedrooms (accommodates up to 5 guests)
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
8. Glen House (National Trust)
   One bedroom house. Sleeps two. Up to two dogs welcome.
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
   
9. Links View House
   Four-bedroom house, accommodation for up to 8.
   Up to two dogs welcome in the kitchen.
   Email: [email protected]
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
10. Kingsgate Cottage
    Two bedroom cottage (sleeps up to 4 people)
    Pets by arrangement
    Email: [email protected]
    Tel: 01289 389260
11. Causeway House
    House with three bedrooms (King, double, twin – taking up to 6 people)
    Well behaved pets by arrangement
    Email: [email protected]
    Tel: 07840 320 235 (day) / 07834 722 603 (eve)
12. Britannia House
    House with three bedrooms (accommodation for up to 6 people)
    One small pet by arrangement
    Email: [email protected]
    Tel: 07707 465 750
13. St Coombs Farmhouse
    Farm house with three bedrooms (accommodation for six guests)
    Allows two pets
    Tel: 01665 721380
    Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
14. Athol Brose
    Bungalow with four bedrooms (accommodation for up to 8 persons).
    Well behaved pets by arrangement
    Email: [email protected]
    Tel: 07736 491228
15. Castlekirk Cottages
    Two 2-bedroom cottages, each with two bedrooms and accommodation for 4/6
    Well behaved pets are welcome in the Bungalows, but not in the bedrooms. Pet supplement applies.
    Email: [email protected]
    Tel: 0797 1691 004 / 01665 833 113
16. The Haven (Fenkle Street)
    Two bedroom cottage with bathroom. Accommodation for 4/6 (sofabed in lounge).
    Up to two pets welcome.
    Contact Northumbrian Cottages
    Tel: 0345 268 1648
17. Haven and Lee Cottages (St Cuthbert’s Square)
    Two cottages, each with one bedroom and one bathroom.
    Up to two pets allowed.
    Location and details (Google Maps): Click here.

Nearest Kennels to Holy Island

If you’d like to leave your dog in Kennels in the area, there are the following options:

1. Garden Kennels
   About 15 minutes from Holy Island, postcode TD15 2PD
   Licensed dog boarding, insulated and heated. Short or long periods.
   Tel: 07887696435
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
2. Tollfield Farm Boarding Kennels & Cattery
   About 20 minutes from Holy Island, postcode: NE70 7DP
   Set on 8.5 acres in Belford, Boarding for dogs from £ 13 per day. Cats £8.00 per day.  24 hours and under £15 dogs (prices: July 2020).
   Tel: 07493 801634
   Email: [email protected]
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here
3. Braldannich (Kennels and Cattery), Watchlaw Farm
   In Ford, about 25 minutes from Holy Island, postcode: TD15 2TQ
   Tel: 01289 388368
   Email: [email protected]
   Location and details (Google Maps): Click here

Dog free accommodation on Holy Island?

I created this list to help all those who contact us and are looking for a dog-friendly holiday. If, on the other hand you are allergic, or want a pet-hair-free holiday, feel free to book with us at Belvue Guesthouse.

Picture credit: Pauline Loroy