Dog Friendly Holiday Cottages

Here at Sandhole Cottages we see pets as part of the family and welcome friendly, well-behaved dogs in all of our holiday cottages at a cost of £10 per dog, per night. Treat you and your pup to one of the numerous great local walks exploring the Cheshire countryside. Stop for supper at one of our many dog friendly local pubs before heading home to relax in your hot tub whilst your dog takes and al fresco nap in the enclosed garden or snuggles up on it’s very own dog blanket.

Your four-legged companions will receive a doggy welcome pack to keep tails wagging including a dog treat, dog tag, towel and blanket. You will also have access to a Mud Daddy doggy shower pack to spruce up your pooch after a day exploring the Cheshire countryside.

We would encourage you to bring your own dog beds, blankets and bowls along with you, however if you are travelling by train please contact us to see how we can help.

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Some of our favourite local dog friendly activities

Delamere Forest

The magical Delamere Forest is just a short drive away from Sandhole Cottages. As the largest woodland area in Cheshire, Delamere Forest offers plenty of walks to explore. Take a meander through the forest pathways and let your pup explore the sights and smells of the forest or walk around the perimeter of the beautiful lake stopping to take in the serenity of the lake whilst your pup cools off with a dip in the water.

Finish with a hearty lunch in the dog friendly visitors cafe or Delamere Station cafe.

Dog Friendly National Trust Parks

Pups will love a wander around the expansive grounds of Tatton Park and enjoy the nations favourite dog friendly festival Pup Fest held each summer! Set in the grounds of the stunning Georgian house Dunham Massey will delight your dog with plenty of walks to explore in and around the grounds topped off with an ice cream in the dog friendly café. Lyme Park with it’s beautiful ancient parkland, moorland and woodland to explore is the perfect location for adventurous dogs! With a dedicated off lead walking area your pup can explore to it’s hearts content.

Dog Friendly Pubs

Set in the stunning Cheshire countryside Sandhole Cottages are surrounded by dog friendly pubs perfect for lazy lunches or a hearty supper after a day’s adventures. We have 2 dog friendly pubs, The Hare and Hounds and The Tigers Head, within walking distance each with large beer gardens and dedicated indoor dog areas. A local dog friendly favourite is The Fishpool Inn where dogs are welcomed with open arms and even have their very own doggy menu!

Dog Friendly shopping at Cheshire Oaks

UKs largest designer shopping outlet just a 25 minute drive away is dog friendly! It offers the perfect environment to enjoy a stroll round with your four-legged friend. They welcome all responsible dog owners & assistance guide dogs to the centre. A large number of the stores are dog friendly – just look out for the paw print in the store windows to find out which stores are happy to welcome dogs. The centre also provides water fountains for your dog to get a quick drink on them.

Our favourite dog walks

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Old Pale

Starting in the heart of Delamere, Old Pale is a winding breath-taking hike to the summit of Old Pale heights. Taking man made paths and grass tracks up steep climbs this is a walk to be done on a clear day so you can take in the phenomenal views of seven counties at the top. Get your breath back at the bottom with a drink at the pet friendly visitor centre café, or lunch and a Sungbury’s ice cream at the Delamere station café. This dog walk can be done alone or make it a full on days trek by adding the forests many flatter tracks once back at the bottom.

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Whitegate Way

Whitegate Way was originally heavy goods railway lines, now manmade tracks suitable for dog walkers, cyclists, riders and wheelchairs, it’s an easy route stretching 6 miles. This can be linked to the Delamere loop making it as short or as long as you and your dog like. Just 1.5 miles from Sandhole Holiday Cottages takes you to the Whitegate Way which is then totally off road. The dog friendly Whitegate Station Café provides a half way stop point for a rest with cake and coffee, before heading back to Sandhole. Or head to the café car park and start your walk from these

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Marbury Country Park

Marbury County Park is just a 15 minute drive away. Very accessible surfaced tracks suitable for dog walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Taking in lovely routes around Anderton and Great Budworth for up to 13 miles. Walk along the lime-lined avenues and arboretum, Marbury has its own open air pool open March to the end of August and a snack kiosk is open year round. There are also plenty of streams at Marbury providing a refreshing dip for water loving pups.

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Norley Village

We have many fabulous dog walks right on our doorstep. You can take the footpaths along farmers crop fields, along quiet country lanes and make a stop at the local pub, The Tigers Head for a drink in the beer garden, or even a bite to eat. Take a gentle stroll back down through the footpaths, bringing you back to your cottage. Perfect for a gentle amble taking in the beauty of our village, keep an eye out for birds of prey and the donkeys in the local sanctuary.

All cottages are dog friendly welcoming up to two friendly, well behaved dogs
Dogs are welcomed with their very own doggy welcome pack
Access to a Mud Daddy doggy shower
Enclosed gardens for morning sniffs and al fresco naps
Beautiful walks from your doorstep or further afield exploring the Cheshire countryside
Plenty of dog friendly local attractions for you and your dog to explore
Dog beds, crates and bowls are available to book ahead