The Cottage at Broadway

The Cottage at Broadway sits right on the high street of one of the Cotswolds' prettiest villages, a period house that has been comfortably modernised inside while keeping its old-cottage character. As a whole-house rental with its own enclosed garden and private parking, it is set up well for a relaxed dog-friendly break.

The property welcomes one well behaved dog, so it suits travellers with a single companion rather than a multi-dog household. The garden is a recurring talking point among guests: it is enclosed and south-facing, and owners of smaller dogs found it reassuringly secure for time off the lead. A few reviewers did flag that the boundary wall is not especially high and there is no gate directly onto the garden, so a determined climber left unsupervised could in theory get out - worth bearing in mind if your dog is a known escape artist.

One practical quirk to plan around: there is no outdoor tap or hose at the front, so after a muddy Cotswold walk guests tend to carry their dog through to the back utility room and garden to wash them down. That is easy enough with a small dog and something to weigh up with a larger breed.

Beyond the garden, guests travelling with dogs describe a warm, homely cottage that feels like a home from home, and the housekeeping team is mentioned again and again as friendly and genuinely helpful. Location is a real strength: the village shops, cafes and several dog-friendly pubs are a short stroll away, and the walk up to Broadway Tower and out into the surrounding countryside starts almost on the doorstep, so there is rarely a need to drive to find a good walk.

Best suited to couples or small families travelling with one small-to-medium, well-mannered dog who want an easy-going base for exploring Broadway and the Cotswolds on foot.