Dog Friendly Looe Holiday Cottages
Looe is a busy little fishing port sitting on the mouth of the East Looe River, where the water flows into the sea. The pretty seaside town is famous for its fresh fish and boasts lots of charming shops, restaurants and attractions for the whole family to enjoy.
Home to one of Cornwall’s finest sandy beaches, Looe is the perfect spot for a run or a game of fetch. The South West Coast Path also passes through the town providing plenty of walking routes for you and your dog to explore.
We’ve put together a selection of the cottages in and around Looe for you and the pooch to enjoy so all you need to worry about is packing your walking boots and plenty of treats! These charming properties are the finest holiday homes to explore the beautiful Cornish countryside.
Things to do in Looe
Looe may be a small, quaint fishing village but it’s packed full of fun things for the whole family to do. From crabbing to culture, here’s a round-up of our top five things to do.
South West Coast Path
Best for: Interesting exhibits and history
The 630-mile-long South West Coast Path is England’s longest footpath. The National Trail runs from Minehead in Somerset, through Devon and Cornwall, to Poole Harbour in Dorset. Pick up the path as it passes through Looe and explore as far as you can manage in either direction!
Dog-friendly pit stop nearby: Kind Cafe is a vegan and plant-based cafe in the heart of Looe which welcomes dogs.
Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing
Best for: Interesting exhibits and history
Located in Polperro - just four miles west of Looe - is the Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing. Dogs are welcome on leads and admission is extremely reasonable, providing access to information about Cornwall’s smuggling past, a collection of ship models and family records.
Dog-friendly pit stop nearby: In the village of Polperro, The Three Pilchards is a dog-friendly historic pub with a rooftop garden that offers gorgeous sea views.
Rockpooling at Looe Marine Conservation Group
Best for: Getting up close and personal with marine life
Hannafore Beach and its rocky shoreline is a popular spot for soaking up the sea views, paddling and rockpooling. Looe Marine Conservation Group runs organised rockpool rambles for the whole family so the pooch can splash around in the water on the year-round dog-friendly beach, while you search for crabs and fish.
Dog-friendly pit stop nearby: Daisy’s is a retro cafe in the heart of Looe, offering traditional cream teas, homemade cakes and coffees.
Golitha Falls National Nature Reserve
Location: Liskeard Best for: Waterfalls and woodland walkies
Golitha Falls National Nature Reserve is a series of breathtaking waterfalls along the River Fowey, flowing through the ancient Draynes Wood. This is a beautiful spot for woodland walks and paddling, just a 20-minute drive north of Looe.
Dog-friendly pit stop nearby: The Crows Nest Inn is a picturesque 16th-century pub which welcomes not only dogs but horses too!
Hire a boat at Looe Harbour
Best for: Sailing in the sunshine
Get your pooch in a life jacket and hit the high seas with a rental boat. Head out to Looe Island, a sanctuary for rare plants and wildlife and keep your eyes peeled for the dogs of the sea; the local population of grey seals.
Dog-friendly pit stop nearby: The Harbour Moon is popular with four-legged friends across Cornwall as they make their own delicious dog treats in-house!
Guides
Bude features as a top dog-friendly location in our guide: 'Pawfect Staycation According to Your Dog' which teams the perfect holiday destination for your pooch depending on their breed.