Dog friendly Glamping Northern Ireland
I know its not fair, they are part of the family too! Not to worry, here I have compiled a list of Dog friendly accommodations available here in Northern Ireland.
As always its important to highlight those establishments that are going out of their way to be sustainable, no matter how small, every little effort helps in our quest to protect our environment and this place we call home.
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Hanna’s Close
Location: 87 Aughnahoory Road, Kilkeel, BT34 4AH, County Down,
Website: https://www.mournecountrycottages.com/about/
Not exactly Glamping but we couldn’t miss here out. You will feel like you are stepping back in time when you come to stay at these cottages as they date back to the sixteen hundreds. Arranged in a ‘close’ these traditional cottages are pet friendly and are perfectly located with the Mourne Mountains on your doorstep. The cottages retain their old fashioned features and there is a huge fireplace for a cozy fire on winter nights.
Keen on Green: Silver Green Tourism Award
What guests are saying: “Could not recommend this place highly enough – great accommodation, great people and a great location. It is rare to have all three but they are certainly here”
Wild Road Tip: Check out the nearby River walk, with stepping stones and picnic tables
Willowtree
Location: 17a Mill Rd, Annalong, Newry BT34 4RH
Website: https://willow3.co.uk/
Willowtree Dog friendly Glamping Northern Ireland understands that your pets are part of the family and have done everything they can to help accommodate them during your stay. Willowtree has all options covered when it comes to choosing your glamping accommodation style, from Shepherd’s Huts, Handcrafted Yurts and Cosy Log Cabins. With 5 star reviews across the board, especially in relation to the owners, this establishment is a real crowd pleaser.
Offering luxurious cabins with hot tubs and outdoor heated showers, everything has been thought about to make your stay comfortable. And a large field available for your dog to stretch their legs.
Keen on Green: Reclaimed wood used to create their cabins. There is no TV or Wifi.
What guests are saying: “Beautiful, individual glamping huts with mountain & sea views that are utterly breathtaking. It feels nicely isolated”
Wild Road tip: 2 min drive to access mountain hikes
Hay Field Hideout Bell Tent
Location: Hay Field Hideout, 92 Ballyhornan Road, Downpatrick, BT30 7AB
Website: https://www.facebook.com/HayFieldHideout
By all accounts this will probably be the most luxurious camping experience you will have, think cosy Bell Tent, Log Burner, King sized beds, blankets, cushion, cocoa, torches… the list goes on! A big plus is that your pooch has its very own private secure field to explore ie your tents garden.
Keen on Green: Owners are passionate advocates for nature and work closely with the RSPB and the Nature Friendly Farming Network to maintain healthy habitats on the farm encouraging a diverse range of wildlife.
What guests are saying: This campsite wasn’t created, it was crafted and curated like an environmentally friendly glamping fairytale! all the little details made such a big difference!
Wild Road Tip: Can you find Maverick?
Burrenmore Nest
Location: 5 Burrenmore Rd, Castlerock, Coleraine BT51 4SA
Website: https://www.burrenmore-nest.com/
Described as Luxury Treetop Lodges, these rooms stand tall on stilts among the trees, and look amazing. Offering King Size beds, private outdoor whirlpool bath and in room projector, what more could you want! Panoramic windows provide forest views.
There are 2 rooms here that are pet friendly, Robin’s Perch and Pipit’s Hide. These include a actual bath tub for your dog filled with warm water on request and doggie shampoo, also blankets and waterproof dog bedding. Perfect Dog friendly Glamping in Northern Ireland at its best.
Keen on Green: Locally sourced breakfast goods
What guests are saying: “Burrenmore Nest is truly an exceptional place, with words like superb, outstanding, breathtaking, and amazing only scratching the surface”
Wild Road tip: Check out the resident Peacocks
The Beach Shack
Location: Ferris bay, Islandmagee, Co Antrim
Website: https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Beach-Shack-100065311247664/
First things first, this will be you dogs best ever holiday, with access to the beach from the yard, they will be in heaven! This beach hut has 4 bedrooms so a great opportunity to get the family together, pets included.
Beautifully decorated in a fitting Seaside Theme, this 125 year old wooden beach cottage ticks a lot of boxes and has the 5 star reviews to prove it.
Keen on Green: Wood burning stove
What guests are saying: “Wow. what a place Natasha is a fabulous host, it was everything”
Wild road tip: Check out the port radio, you can listen to the ferries communicating with the Harbour as they come in.
Four Acres Farm
Location: 41a Craigboye Road, Millisle, Donaghadee, BT21 0LP
Website: https://fouracresfarm.co.uk/
Here’s your chance to stay in a Shepherds Hut situated in 100s of acres farm land, by a small lake. Equipped with wood fired hot tub, fire pit and indoor stove, this is the perfect cosy glamping retreat. Bonus points for allowing your pooch to come along too!
Keen on Green: Wood burning stove, scandinavian style
What guests are saying: “One of the best places we’ve had the opportunity to stay at. So peaceful with glorious views”
Wild Road tip: Hello, they offer Helicopter rides from their farm!
Cotters Park
Location: 48D Clonkeen Rd, Randalstown, Antrim BT41 3JL
Website: https://cotterspark.com/
Totally spoiled for choice here in regards to your choice of glamping accommodation! This place really has everything to offer and more. With unique accommodation such as a house boat or a off the grid luxury cabin, take your pick. All types come with a private hot tub and then access to a Sauna. The owners have put their heart and soul into this place by the looks of it.
And if that wasnt enough, The Black Swan and The Westie are also equipped for you to bring your dog along for the night too, with their own little bed. These cabins are supplied with both dog beds indoors and a kennel outdoors. Awesome Dog friendly Glamping in Northern Ireland!
Keen on green: Birds and butterflies are encouraged to settle with 30 purpose-built boxes scattered throughout the site
What guests are saying: “Absolutely top class. Very well designed pods on an exceptional landscape which is very well maintained”
Wild Road tip: Look out for the Black Swans
The Floating Boathouse at Carrickreagh
Location: Loughshore Road, Enniskillen, BT93 7EN
Website: https://www.facebook.com/carrickreaghbay/
What a gorgeous part of the world this is! Something a little bit different for you in that you could be staying in a floating house boat on Lough Erne. There is a fully functioning kitchen complete with electric hob, oven & fridge. Outside there is a Weber charcoal BBQ for guests use. And im sure your doggie friend will be very tempted for a dip in the lough.
Keen on Green: Off grid, No Wifi
What guests are saying: The most beautiful and breathtaking place we have ever stayed. So cozy and peaceful right on the calm water.
Wild Road Tip: Plenty of dog friendly walks nearby, super Dog friendly Glamping in Northern Ireland
Winkle Cottage Portrush
Location: Portrush
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/315490310068166
This is a renovated old workman’s cottage situated in a quiet culdasac a short drive from Portrush. Not only will you be spoiled here with and with your very own private hot tub for those balmy summer evenings, but look at this big secure garden for the dog to have a good old run around in too! It seems the hosts have thought of every little detail to make your stay extra special. Whats not to like!
Keen on Green: Natural Wood burning hot tub with no chemicals
What guests are saying: “One of the best Airbnb’s we’ve stayed in! The house is beautiful and clean with everything you could need but the outside space is what makes it extra special”
Wild Road Tip: Check out the Vinyl collection
Have a look at ‘Chic Country Style Glamping Pods with Hot tub’ here
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