1 / 16Grooms Cottage
Choppington, Northumberland
A one bedroom bungalow for two near Bedlington, with a south facing enclosed garden, an outside tap for the dog and an acre of enclosed exercise paddock close by.
A new enclosed dog exercise paddock of an acre, and community woodland right on the doorstep: Grooms Cottage, at Choppington just outside Bedlington, has an owner who has clearly thought about what a dog needs. It is a dog friendly bungalow for two, all on one floor, with fields behind it.
Behind the bungalow the garden is enclosed and paved, south facing and a proper suntrap, with a sitting out area, furniture, a barbecue and an outside tap for rinsing dogs off after the woods. It is a place for tea in the afternoon while a dog lies flat on the warm stones, and for the paddock to take care of anything more energetic. A single step at the front door is the only climb in the place.
Inside, the kitchen and diner is set up for two, the living room has two sofas, an electric wood burner and a smart TV, and the double bedroom sits beside a shower room with a roomy cubicle. The owners put out doggy extras. It suits a couple and their dog who want quiet evenings in and busy days out, with Newcastle within reach by bus when the dog fancies a day off.
Plessey Woods, along the River Blyth, make a good morning walk for a dog, and the market town of Morpeth has a riverside park and a good run of shops and cafes. The coast is close too: Newbiggin by the Sea has a promenade and a sandy bay, and Cambois beach, open and unspoilt, runs north from the mouth of the Blyth.
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from £553 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Enclosed garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, barbecue and outside tap
- Dog Facilities
- Dog walking area, Dog welcome pack, Outdoor tap
- Sleeps
- 2 guests
- Rooms
- 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- Price
- from £553 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Bbq, Parking, Wifi
Grooms Cottage from £553 for 7 nights
Book with cottages.comFrequently Asked Questions
Is Grooms Cottage dog friendly?
Grooms Cottage has been set up with dogs genuinely in mind. The enclosed south-facing garden has an outside tap for rinsing muddy paws, the owners put out doggy extras, and there's an acre of enclosed dog exercise paddock close by, along with community woodland right on the doorstep.
Are dogs allowed at Grooms Cottage year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs at Grooms Cottage, and nothing in the description suggests dogs are limited to certain times of year. It's worth checking directly with the owners to confirm availability for your dates.
What should I know before visiting Grooms Cottage with my dog?
The bungalow is all on one level, with just a single step at the front door, making it easy for dogs of all ages and sizes. The garden is enclosed and paved, so there's a secure outdoor space to relax in, and the nearby enclosed paddock is handy for a good off-lead run. Plessey Woods, the Northumberland coast, and the riverside park at Morpeth are all within reach for days out.
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Grooms Cottage from £553 for 7 nights
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