Badgers Hollow, Fowey

Badgers Hollow is a beautifully converted barn just outside Fowey that's become a genuine favourite with dog owners - and it's easy to see why. It sits in a peaceful, rural spot surrounded by countryside, yet it's only a one-mile walk into Fowey itself, so you get the quiet of the country with easy access to the harbour, shops and restaurants.

The barn is spotlessly clean and beautifully finished, with everything you need for a self-catering stay, and dogs are warmly welcomed - one guest brought their puppy along for his very first holiday and he loved it as much as they did. As a whole barn rather than a hotel room, your dog has its own private space, and there's plenty of countryside walking right from the door.

Guests single out the host, Colin, again and again: welcoming and genuinely helpful, with local recommendations for walks and attractions that have shaped people's whole trips. That kind of local knowledge is gold when you're exploring an unfamiliar area with a dog and want to know which walks, beaches and pubs will welcome you both.

With consistently glowing feedback from dog owners and a peaceful setting within walking distance of a lovely Cornish harbour town, it's an easy recommendation. Best suited to couples or small families with a dog who want a quiet, high-quality countryside base with Fowey on the doorstep.