The Hideaway, Family apartment close to the beach.

The Hideaway is a Paignton apartment set up for families travelling with both children and dogs, and the reviews give a consistent picture of what dog owners can expect. The standout practical detail is an enclosed paved back garden, which lets dogs stretch their legs and lets parents not worry about anyone (canine or otherwise) wandering off. Several reviewers explicitly mention the combination of dog plus young children working well here, which is genuinely rare in pet-friendly self-catering.

Cleanliness in the context of pet-friendly properties matters, and one reviewer specifically noted the apartment did not smell of dog despite being pet-friendly. That sentence captures something important: properties advertised as pet-friendly often have a lingering residue from previous canine guests, and this one apparently maintains a higher standard than the genre average.

Location works well for active dog holidays in Tor Bay. The beach is a five-minute walk, and town is close enough that the car can stay parked. Paignton's promenade and the dog-friendly stretches of beach (off-peak season, mostly autumn through spring) are easily reached on foot. Reviewers describe the location as one of the property's strongest features.

One reviewer flagged that the property needed a deeper clean at some point during their stay, with kitchen cupboards and windows mentioned specifically. This is worth knowing, although it sits as the minority view across the reviews examined.

Best suited to families with one dog and one or two children who want a comfortable, secure base within walking distance of the beach. Less ideal if you are travelling with multiple dogs or need a substantial garden, since this is a compact apartment with a paved outdoor area rather than a lawned garden. There is no documented pet fee on the booking platform, so confirm directly with the host when reserving.