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Dog Friendly Holiday Cottages in Suffolk

Discover a retreat where luxury meets the wagging tail, offering you and your dogs plush accommodation, artisan treats, and endless country or riverside adventures — all complemented by cottage comforts to ensure your relaxation is as indulgent as their play.

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An award won by Woodfarm Barns.

Why Choose Woodfarm for Dog Friendly Cottages in Suffolk?

  • Fully Enclosed Gardens: Every cottage features a private, secure garden with a minimum fence height of 1.2m.
  • Multiple Dogs Welcome: We allow up to three well-behaved dogs per cottage at no extra charge.
  • 2-Acre Private Meadow: A fully fenced “Pooch Paddock” is available on-site for off-lead exercise.
  • Dog-Centric Amenities: We provide dog beds, bowls, crates, and a dedicated canine shower station.

Nestled in rural Suffolk, Woodfarm Barns features eight dog-friendly Cottages & Barns, each a haven for you and up to three dogs.

As if that wasn’t enough, we also have two fully converted historic Dutch Barges to choose from. These fantastic “floating holiday cottages” are moored on the River Alde at Snape Maltings and on the River Deben, Woodbridge.

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Cottages near Stonham Aspal – in the heart of rural Suffolk

Settle into your Barn or Cottage, where details are tailored to your delight. Enjoy your private hot tub, watch your dogs bound around in your private enclosed garden, and savour the wonderful views. Inside, enjoy a luxury living space designed to be your home away from home, blending modern convenience with rustic charm.

On-site, we also have a fully enclosed two-acre dog meadow, purely for your four-legged family to go bonkers and make new friends, too.

Pooch-Perfect Perks: For Happy Dogs and Happier Stays

Cottage Comforts

  • Dogs Stay Completely FREE
  • Fully Enclosed Private Gardens
  • Dog treats waiting for every pooch
  • Dog Beds, Bowls, and Crates

Mucky Pups

Are the gardens really fully enclosed?

Yes, they are. As well as all being surrounded by either thick hedges or fencing, they all have chain-link fencing around them too. We have done absolutely everything we can think of to ensure that they are completely fully enclosed, but we don’t like to guarantee that we won’t be outsmarted by a determined “Houndini.”

How high are the fences?

We have a minimum height of 1.2m. This is the height of the chain-link fencing and gates. Additionally, all gardens have very high hedging as well. The exception is Woodfarm House, which has close board fencing all the way round, and is over 2m.

Can we bring more than 3 dogs?

We are more than happy to discuss a 4th dog with you, and possibly a 5th if they are little. We maintain a limit to ensure high standards of maintenance, but we have worked hard since 2009 to be as dog-friendly as possible while providing the best accommodation for human guests.

What is your cleaning regime?

Our team dedicates hours to cleaning our Luxury, Dog-Friendly Suffolk Holiday Cottages and Historic Dutch Holiday Barges after each stay. They ensure cottages are not just tidy, but free of dirt and germs. You can see from our reviews that we succeed in our efforts!

I am allergic to dogs. Is the property cleaned thoroughly?

Believe it or not, the owner of the business is also allergic to dogs! It is vital to us that each guest arrives without the faintest whiff that canine guests have just left.

Do you get fireworks near your Barns?

No. While we can’t guarantee neighbors won’t set off the odd whizz-bang, our nearest neighbor is half a mile away and they never have. We are tucked away down a rural lane, and many guests book specifically to escape unsettling bangs.

Do you have reviews from dog owners?

We’ve got thousands of them! We have spent a decade and a half building our reputation. You can read our reviews from dog owners here.

What pubs would you recommend near the Barns?

Suffolk has some great dog-friendly pubs. Check our tourist guide website Where Do We? or click here for more on our favorite nearby pubs.

What are the best dog walks near your Barns?

You don’t need to be a rambler to enjoy taking a walk around Suffolk. We’ve rounded up a selection of the best strolls to take when joining us in sunny Suffolk here.

What are the best dog walks near your Barges?

Our Barges have stunning dog walks right from your gangplank. We’ve rounded up a few favorite barge walks here.

Reasons to Stay at Woodfarm, Suffolk

We happen to think what we have on offer is pretty bloomin' good. However, we thought you might like a bunch of reasons to stay, other than we think you should!

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Paw Dogs stay FREE

Genuine, welcoming Dog-Friendly ethos, making you all feel at home, and they won’t cost you a penny.

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Paw Free Doggy treats

Dog bowls, treats, showers, towels and more. Your furry family are safe, secure & happy in our fully enclosed gardens.

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Paw Over 1,000 5 star reviews

Peace of mind from our 1,200 + Five Star Tripadvisor, Facebook & Google Reviews. Over 30% of our guests come back!

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Paw Brilliant beaches

We know that guests want the best location and surroundings. Suffolk has an incredible Heritage Coast, all in easy reach of us.

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Paw Dog exercise meadow

Pawesome, fully-enclosed two acre Pooch Paddock at the Barns for your Dogs to go bonkers and make new friends in. Happy hounds!

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Paw Multi-awards

Rest assured choosing Woodfarm: Visit England Gold Awards for all our properties, as well as their ROSE Award for Service Excellence.

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Paw Private Hot Tubs

Private Hot tubs with seven of our eight Barns and Cottages. The ultimate in relaxation and reconnection: just because you're worth it.

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Paw Stunning Countryside

Unwind and connect with nature in our Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Yes, plural. Suffolk Coast & Heaths, and Dedham Vale.

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Paw River Walks

Stunning river walks directly from your gangplank on either Barge! Wildlife and breathtaking scenery in abundance.

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