Dog-friendly cottages in Essex

WhichCottage lists 63 dog-friendly cottages in Essex. Of these, 41 charge nothing extra for a dog, 19 have an enclosed garden and 12 have a hot tub. They sleep from 2 to 22 guests. Most are in or near Colchester (35), Maldon (22) and Clacton-on-Sea (3).

At a glance

Cottages
63
Dog-friendly
63
No extra charge for dogs
41
Enclosed garden
19
Hot tub
12
Wood burner or open fire
17
Sea view
9
Sleeps 8 or more
15
Ground-floor facilities or level access
25
Sleeps
2–22

Where they are

Compare 25–48 of 63

CottageSleepsBedroomsPetsHighlights
Thistle No.4, Althorne42Yes (up to 2)pub within 1 mile
Bramble No.6, Althorne42Yes (up to 2)pub within 1 mile
Island Retreat, Mersea Island62Yes (up to 1)enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile
Angie's Beachside House, Point Clear42Yes (up to 1)sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile
Island Lodge, Little Baddow21Yes (up to 1)enclosed garden
Lowal House, Saffron Walden63Yes (up to 2)wood burner / open fire
Robin, Colchester21Yes (up to 1)
Plover, Colchester42Yes (up to 1)
Partridge, Colchester42Yes (up to 1)
Swallow, Colchester42Yes (up to 1)
Shepherd Hut, Ongar21Yes (up to 2)wood burner / open fire
Gladwyns Farm Lodge, Thaxted63Yes (up to 1)
Sunrise Villa, Clacton on Sea84Yes (up to 2)coast within 1 mile
Sea Folly, Brightlingsea53Yes (up to 2)enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile
House of Light, Harwich83Yes (up to 1)coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile
Cutters Cottage, Roydon64Yes (up to 1)wood burner / open fire
The Old Parish Hall, Rickling Green21Yes (up to 2)wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile
West Mersea Park, West Mersea42Yes (up to 1)sea view, coast within 1 mile
The Boat House at Tides Reach, Mersea Island42Yes (up to 2)coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile
Bramley Cottage, Ongar21Yes (up to 1)wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden
Russets, Ongar21Yes (up to 1)
The Long Barn, Chelmsford63Yes (up to 1)
Curlew, Point Clear Bay94Yes (up to 2)sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile
Point Clear View, Point Clear84Yes (up to 2)sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile

Dogs welcome to stay in Althorne, near Chelmsford with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile.

Well equipped

Open plan living space | Thistle No.4 - Hall Farm Cottages - Hall Farm Cottages, Althorne, near Chelmsford

Thistle No.4, Althorne, near Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 6BZ.

Stunning views over the river and surrounding countryside, vineyard next door with cafe. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TVDining area. Kitchen...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Pet friendly cottage in Mersea Island, near Colchester with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Well presented

Sitting-out-area | Island Retreat, Mersea Island, near Colchester

Island Retreat, Mersea Island, near Colchester, Essex, CO5 8TN.

Island retreat is situated on a lovely site with a nice on-site restaurant and bar area; benefitting from being a short stroll to beach and sea views.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Seaside
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Coastal holiday in Point Clear, near Clacton-on-Sea with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Living area | Angie’s Beachside House, Point Clear, near Clacton-on-Sea

Angie's Beachside House, Point Clear, near Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8NG.

With amazing sea views, this property is a short stroll to the pub, and guests can use facilities at the adjacent caravan park.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Sea View
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
  • Seaside
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Romantic getaway in Little Baddow, near Chelmsford with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Exterior | Island Lodge - Island Holidays, Little Baddow, near Chelmsford

Island Lodge, Little Baddow, near Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 4BT.

Beautiful Island Lodge is situated right on the water’s edge at Paper Mill Lock. Sit on your own terrace and listen to the water rushing by or take a boat trip down the river.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
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Luxury cottage for two in Colchester with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Super

Open plan living space | Robin - Birds Farm Holidays, Colchester

Robin, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7EY.

Lovely barn in a beautiful setting with swimming pool.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in Colchester with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Super

Open plan living space | Plover - Birds Farm Holidays, Colchester

Plover, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7EY.

Lovely barn in a beautiful setting with swimming pool.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly accommodation in Colchester with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Outdoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Great quality

Exterior | Partridge - Birds Farm Holidays, Colchester

Partridge, Colchester, Essex, CO7 7EY.

Lovely barn in a beautiful setting with swimming pool.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Pet friendly cottage in Brightlingsea with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 5. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Attractive terraced cottage | Sea Folly, Brightlingsea

Sea Folly, Brightlingsea, Essex, CO7 0JA.

Centrally located in the seaside town of Brightlingsea, this holiday property, refurbished in 2020, is a great base for discovering all that Essex offers.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Washing Machine
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Dog friendly holiday in Roydon, near Harlow with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 6. Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Exterior | Cutters Cottage, Roydon, near Harlow

Cutters Cottage, Roydon, near Harlow, Essex, CM19 5HJ.

Cutters Cottages is a beautiful beamed cottage offering four bedrooms to accommodate up to six guests. Located close to the river and marina, and within walking distance of cafés and bars.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Romantic holiday cottage in Rickling Green, near Saffron Walden with 1 bedroom, Sleeps 2. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

Exterior | The Old Parish Hall, Rickling Green, near Saffron Walden

The Old Parish Hall, Rickling Green, near Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 3YD.

Sympathetically stunning restored property. Boasting a high quality throughout!. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Woodburner, DVD Player, Bose Bluetooth Speaker, Snooker...

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Bath/Shower Seat
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Groupaccommodation in Point Clear Bay with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 9. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Good choice!

Balcony | Curlew, Point Clear Bay

Curlew, Point Clear Bay, Essex, CO16 8NG.

Standing on the beach overlooking the beautiful Colne Estuary, this is a stunning holiday house perfectly sized for two or larger families for great seaside fun.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Sea View
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
  • Seaside
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Large house to rent in Point Clear, near Clacton-on-Sea with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8. Pets welcome. Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well presented

View | Point Clear View, Point Clear, near Clacton-on-Sea

Point Clear View, Point Clear, near Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8NG.

Overlooking the sea with a natural beach, Point Clear View is perfect for couples / families wanting to escape and explore this wonderful, little discovered area.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Sea View
  • Pets – no charge
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Questions

How many dog-friendly cottages are there in Essex?

WhichCottage currently lists 63 dog-friendly cottages in Essex, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.

Where in Essex are most of them?

The most are in or near Colchester (35), Maldon (22), Clacton-on-Sea (3), Mersea Island (2) and Harwich (1).

Do any of them let dogs stay for free?

Yes. 41 say there is no extra charge for pets. The number of dogs allowed is shown on each property page.

Are there any for a large group?

15 sleep 8 or more guests, and the largest sleeps 22.

How much do they cost?

Prices depend on the dates, the length of stay and current offers, so they are shown live on each property page once you pick your dates.

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