Pampered Pooches
Editorial assistant Millicent Garton showcases the best properties for a honeymoon with your fur-baby...
Not only is including your furry friends at your nuptials trending, 'hounds on honeymoons' is also increasing in popularity, so why not celebrate in style with these dog-friendly retreats that are sure to please your small special guest?
SCARLET HOTEL, CORNWALL
Situated on a Cornish cliff in Mawgan Porth, Scarlet Hotel is as much a relaxing seaside retreat for humans as it is for dogs. In its dog friendly rooms guests will find a dog towel, food bowls and an enclosed outdoor area attached to the room to avoid any unplanned explorations of the gardens! Mawgan Porth beach is dog-friendly all year round, providing the perfect playground to tire them out, allowing owners to restfully enjoy the facilities. Open for lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy the dog-friendly Retreat Lounge, perfect for an indulgent meal and your four-legged friend. Price per pooch (PPP) £20 a night, check out www.scarlethotel.co.uk
BEDRUTHAN HOTEL & SPA, CORNWALL
Overlooking the clifftops and crashing waves of Mawgan Porth, Bedruthan Hotel & Spa is in a perfect location for dog lovers, with miles-long dog-friendly beaches, scenic coastal paths along the South West Coast, and charming villages to explore. Bedruthan Hotel allows dogs in the cocktail bar, ballroom, Wild Café and Ogo. While guests enjoy a relaxing stay exploring the hotel's spa services and seasonal menus, their furry friends will have their own VIP treatment with house-baked oat biscuits, Barke Farm dog ice cream and Cornish fish with peas, lentils, and herbs, all sourced from local suppliers before being baked in-house. Dog-friendly rooms at Bedruthan include a dog blanket, thick towel and bowls, as well as an outdoor washing station, equipped for any messy pup. PPP £20 per night, check out www.bedruthan.com
PENNYHILL PARK, SURREY
At just over an hour's drive from central London Pennyhill Park, dating back to 1849, is a wonderful retreat for families and four-legged guests not wanting to travel too far for their pup's first trip. Pennyhill Park combines 19th-century grandeur with modern-day facilities such as spas, tennis courts, and Michelin Star dining. Canine companions are sure to love walking amongst centuries-old cedar trees and 123 acres of manicured grounds brimming with ponds. After a long walk, the furry family member can relax with their favourite treats back in the room or enjoy being pampered by the in-house team of dog-loving pet sitters. PPP £50 per stay, visit www.exclusive.co.uk/pennyhill-park
LAINSTON HOUSE, HAMPSHIRE
Tucked away in 63 acres of rural Hampshire countryside, Exclusive Collection's Lainston House is the perfect weekend escape for travellers and their dogs. This 17th-century luxury hotel boasts individually designed suites and bedrooms featuring plush beds, rain bar showers, a roll top or spa bath and panoramic views of the landscaped gardens. The hotel's 14 dog friendly rooms include direct access to the grounds; the perfect base from which guests can enjoy scenic walks and bike rides with their pet. Visitors can settle in for dinner at The Cedar Bar and outside terraces, or leave their pooch to rest in-room for a more peaceful experience. PPP £50 per stay, check out www.exclusive.co.uk/lainston-house
SOUTH LODGE, SUSSEX
Situated in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, South Lodge offers views over the South Downs and 93 acres of woodland grounds to explore. From award-winning dining to state of the art wellness facilities, every detail is taken care of so guests can sit back and relax. South Lodge offers ten dog-friendly rooms all with direct access to the grounds. There's no need to pack for furry friends, a comfortable bed, towel for any mucky paws, bowls, poop bags, and a little welcome treat, are all included for pooches. The whole family can enjoy all day dinning in the bar, lounges and outdoor summer terraces, wonderful for those warmer, summer months. PPP £40 per stay, check out www.exclusive.co.uk/south-lodge
LYMPSTONE MANOR, DEVON
Lympstone Manor is a luxury country house hotel for the 21st century. The Grade II listed Georgian mansion in Devon, which opened in April 2017, was restored, and renovated by Michael Caines MBE, one of the most celebrated chefs in Britain. Once a private home, the property is set in 28 acres of Devonshire countryside with unrivalled views of the Exe Estuary. For those looking to spend an overnight stay with their pooches, the hotel offers luxury accommodation in the form of two dog-friendly suites as well as six shepherd's huts. The rooms come set up with a dog bed, towel, torch, and dog bowl, not to mention private terraces. Dog-friendly rooms start at £759, visit https://lympstonemanor.co.uk
THE PRINCE AKATOKI, LONDON
The Prince Akatoki is a sophisticated sanctuary of Japanese attentiveness and elegance situated in the heart of Marylebone. The hotel welcomes dogs with the same five-star treatment as their owners, with an in-room hamper filled with toys and treats as well as a specially curated dog food menu – pooches are sure to be spoilt. Only a short stroll from Hyde Park, the location is ideal for guests travelling with four-legged companions. After a day exploring the busy streets and expansive parks, step away from the hustle and bustle to escape into this subtly invigorating retreat and relax in luxury together with man's best friend. PPP no extra charge for dogs below 40kg, check out www.theprinceakatokilondon.com