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Calendar 21 July 2016 Video

Stour Barn Cottage Video

Stour Barn is a luxury, Dog-Friendly Holiday Cottage in Suffolk with a huge Private Hot Tub. You enter into a farmhouse-style lounge/kitchen/diner with a pretty antique pine dining table next to the rear stable door …

Calendar 21 July 2016 Video

Gipping Barn Cottage Video

Gipping Barn is a dog friendly luxury holiday cottage in Suffolk with a hot tub. You enter into a farmhouse-style kitchen with a quirky antique farm table next to the stable door, which opens up …

Calendar 21 July 2016 Video

Alde Barn Cottage Video

Alde Barn is part of our development of six Suffolk barns, which are all Gold-Award-Winning dog friendly cottages in the rural heart of Suffolk. The barn has a kitchen/diner and lounge downstairs, as well as …

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Calendar 13 June 2016 News

15% OFF with THE PAWS-PERITY PARTY

It’s election time once more, and all the parties have been trotting out their policies all over the radio and TV, making claims they hope you will believe, and generally getting their doctors to spin …

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What’s on in Suffolk this Summer? 2016

Summer is a great time to explore everything Suffolk has to offer and it is definitely our busiest time. There’s something for everyone at our holiday cottages and Suffolk in general, whatever the weather but …

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Calendar 13 April 2016 News, Things To Do

Castles in Suffolk

Woodfarm House is over 500 years old even though our Suffolk holiday cottage business has only been in existence since 2010. To match the farmhouse, the history of Suffolk goes back thousands of years, even as …

Woodfarm Barns Dog-Friendly FAQs

Where is the best place to holiday with a dog? The best place to holiday with a dog is somewhere that doesn’t just "tolerate" pets but truly welcomes them as guests of honour. At Woodfarm Barns in the heart of the Suffolk countryside, we offer luxury, gold-award-winning barns and cottages specifically designed for dog owners. With fully enclosed private gardens, our dedicated two-acre secure exercise meadow (the "Pooch Paddock"), and miles of rural footpaths right on your doorstep, we provide the ultimate stress-free getaway.
Where can I take my reactive dog on holiday? Finding a holiday spot for a reactive dog can be a challenge, which is why we focus on total privacy and security. Each of our cottages and barns at Woodfarm Barns features its own fully enclosed, secure garden with physical and audible barriers to minimize distractions. Our rural Suffolk location and the way we've positioned our barns mean your dog can decompress in a quiet, controlled environment without the stress of seeing other dogs or people passing by.
What does "paws and stay" mean for dogs? "Paws and stay" refers to the growing trend of high-quality, dog-centric staycations where the dog is treated as a primary guest rather than an afterthought. At Woodfarm Barns, we embody this by ensuring your dog is a true guest of honour. We provide a warm welcome with free dog treats, water bowls, and access to our "Paws and Relax" digital guide, which is packed with curated local maps and recommendations for the best dog-friendly spots in Suffolk.
Where to go away in the UK with a dog? Suffolk is widely regarded as one of the premier dog-friendly destinations in the UK, and Woodfarm Barns is the perfect base to explore it. From our central location, you can access the stunning Suffolk coast with year-round dog-friendly beaches, hundreds of acres of National Trust parkland at Ickworth, and charming villages filled with dog-friendly pubs. Whether you want a cozy barn with a hot tub or a unique stay on one of our moored Dutch Barges, we offer a premium UK dog-holiday experience.
What is the 5 second rule for walking dogs? The 5-second rule is a safety check to see if the pavement is too hot for your dog’s paws (if you can’t hold the back of your hand on the ground for 5 seconds, it’s too hot!). Staying at Woodfarm Barns makes this easy to manage; our properties are surrounded by lush grass, woodland trails, and country paths, meaning your dog can enjoy safe, cool walks on natural terrain throughout the summer months without the worry of hot tarmac.
Where can I leave my dog when I go on holiday in the UK? At Woodfarm Barns, our philosophy is that you shouldn't have to leave them behind. We have created a luxury environment where your dogs are welcome to join you for no extra charge. We provide the "paws and stay" essentials and a secure environment so that your dogs can enjoy the holiday right alongside you. Our "Paws and Relax" guide is designed to help you find all the places in Suffolk where your dog is just as welcome as you are, so they never have to be left out.
Where can I leave my dog if I'm going on holiday? Instead of a kennel, many owners now look for truly dog-friendly rentals where their pets can settle into a comfortable, home-from-home environment. Woodfarm Barns offers exactly that—a secure, high-end retreat with over 1,000 five-star reviews from happy owners. We make it easy to bring the whole family along, meaning you don't have to worry about finding external care; your dogs stay with you in a safe, enclosed setting.
What is the most dog-friendly town in the UK? Bury St Edmunds has been officially crowned the UK’s Most Dog Friendly Town at the National DogFriendly Awards, and it is just a short 25-minute drive from Woodfarm Barns! The town is incredibly welcoming, featuring a unique "dog-friendly" window sticker scheme, dog-friendly cinema screenings, and even "Dog-Friendly Tours" of the historic ruins and St Edmundsbury Cathedral. Staying with us gives you the perfect rural base to explore this award-winning town.