Is Magpie's Retreat dog friendly?

Yes, Magpie's Retreat welcomes up to two dogs. As well as its own secure hedged garden accessed through the back door, the cottage shares a fenced paddock with the other three cottages on site — giving your dogs a contained space to run freely, which is a genuinely rare find in a holiday let.

Are dogs allowed at Magpie's Retreat year round?

The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, and the setup — a private secure garden and a shared fenced paddock — is very much built around dogs being part of the stay throughout the year. For confirmation of availability at specific times, it's worth checking directly with the owners.

What should I know before visiting Magpie's Retreat with my dog?

The cottage welcomes a maximum of two dogs and comes with three distinct outdoor spaces: your own hedged garden, a shared open lawn and picnic field, and a shared fenced paddock — so dogs have both private and communal ground to enjoy. Beyond the property, quiet lanes lead directly from the gate, and the Lincolnshire coast with its long, quiet beaches is a short drive away. It's a well-thought-out base for dogs and their people.

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Magpie's Retreat

Fotherby, Lincolnshire

A two bedroom retreat for four at Fotherby on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, with six acres of grounds, a fully enclosed dog exercise paddock and two dogs welcome.

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Magpie's Retreat sits where the Lincolnshire Wolds begin at Fotherby, within 3 miles of the market town of Louth, and it has a feature dogs will love: a fully enclosed dog exercise paddock on site. Sleeping four, with room in the booking for two dogs, this dog friendly hideaway has six acres of grounds around it to wander, with picnics and BBQs among mature trees.

The stylish lounge/kitchen/diner is set up for cooking up a meal for the whole party, and its breakfast bar seats four for a hearty start before the dogs are walked. Corner seating and a wall mounted Smart TV make the lounge end comfortable. Of the two bedrooms, one has a zip and link king-size (or a twin on request) and one a double, with a shower room to share.

Through the back door is your own secure garden area for relaxing and unwinding, and a picnic area with benches lets you eat outside with the farm's animals grazing within sight. For a proper run, take the dogs to the fully enclosed exercise paddock, and pens for the dogs are available if you ask ahead. Leads stay on throughout the shared areas and gardens, and some of the grounds are given over to livestock. The owners also offer an alpaca experience, a chance to meet and spend time with these charming animals.

Louth is a market town worth an afternoon of browsing, and walking and cycling routes run all through this corner of the Wolds for the dogs to enjoy. Donna Nook, 13 miles away, draws visitors to see its famous seals, and the superb beaches of Mablethorpe and the resort of Skegness make easy seaside outings.

We research every description carefully and believe it to be accurate, but details can change. Please confirm anything important, especially dog rules, with the booking agent or property owner before you book.

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from £409 for 7 nights

Magpie's Retreat takes 2 dogs and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome: 2 dogs
Enclosed Garden: Yes; Through the back door, step into your own secure garden area where you can relax and unwind
Dog Facilities: Dog walking area
Sleeps: 4 guests
Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Price: from £409 / 7 nights
Grading: 4 star
Arrival: in from 16:00, out by 10:00
Facilities: Parking, Wifi

Magpie's Retreat from £409 for 7 nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magpie's Retreat dog friendly?
Yes, Magpie's Retreat welcomes up to two dogs. As well as its own secure hedged garden accessed through the back door, the cottage shares a fenced paddock with the other three cottages on site — giving your dogs a contained space to run freely, which is a genuinely rare find in a holiday let.
Are dogs allowed at Magpie's Retreat year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, and the setup — a private secure garden and a shared fenced paddock — is very much built around dogs being part of the stay throughout the year. For confirmation of availability at specific times, it's worth checking directly with the owners.
What should I know before visiting Magpie's Retreat with my dog?
The cottage welcomes a maximum of two dogs and comes with three distinct outdoor spaces: your own hedged garden, a shared open lawn and picnic field, and a shared fenced paddock — so dogs have both private and communal ground to enjoy. Beyond the property, quiet lanes lead directly from the gate, and the Lincolnshire coast with its long, quiet beaches is a short drive away. It's a well-thought-out base for dogs and their people.