Dog-friendly cottages in Brixham

Pet-friendly accommodation in Brixham, Devon

Set just across the bay from Torquay, the tranquil fishing port of Brixham offers a variety of dog-friendly holiday cottages and is a perfect destination for guests exploring the idyllic south coast of Devon. Dating back to the 18th century, this pretty town provides pet-friendly accommodation including characterful fisherman’s cottages and chic apartments for couples, beautiful barn conversions and Victorian townhouses for families, and spacious retreats for larger groups. As well as its range of self-catering dog-friendly cottages, Brixham is home to the Pirate Festival and other popular events. You can also visit some excellent art galleries, pubs and restaurants, as well as the famous Brixham Fish Market and a life-size replica of Sir Francis Drake’s galleon the Golden Hind (which small dogs are welcome to explore with you).

Dogs are welcome at several beaches in the area, including Fischombe Cove (1 mile), Shoalstone Beach, St Mary’s Bay (all within 1 mile) and Elberry Cove (2.5 miles). Your four-legged friends can also accompany you from our Brixham cottages to local attractions including the garden at Agatha Christie’s Greenway House (4 miles), the headland of Berry Head National Nature Reserve (1.5 miles), Berry Pomeroy Castle (8.5 miles) and the magnificent Dartmouth Castle (6 miles). With its bustling harbour, Brixham is also ideally situated for visiting the popular South Devon towns of Torquay (8.5 miles), Totnes (9.5 miles) and Paignton (5.5 miles), or you could head further inland to visit House of Marbles in Bovey Tracey (19 miles) or explore the dramatic landscapes of Dartmoor National Park (16 miles).