3 Bedroom Bungalow with great Sea Views, Private Hot Tub & Gardens

This Paignton bungalow sits among the dog-friendliest properties in our Devon coast set - the whole property is yours for the stay, the garden is enclosed and goes right up to the bungalow doors, and the hosts make a point of being open about taking pets when many similar rentals don't. Guests travelling with dogs consistently mention the welcome (one family arrived with two big dogs in a six-adult group and reported no friction), and they note the garden as the real pet selling point: space for a stretch and a roll without needing to leash up and head out the door.

For walks, the woods and a small park sit within a few minutes' stroll, which families with smaller breeds describe as ideal. Larger or more energetic dogs will probably want a drive to one of Paignton's longer coastal paths or Berry Head, since the immediate streets are residential.

The catch - and it comes up in more than one review - is the gradient. The roads around the bungalow are notably steep, easy on the way down to the seafront but hard work coming back up. If your dog is older, short-legged, or you're juggling a pushchair as well, factor in either a vehicle or planned routes that loop down rather than out-and-back. Parking is on the road, so unloading a dog crate plus luggage takes a couple of trips.

The booking listing doesn't carry detail on whether there's a pet fee, weight cap, or breed limits, so it's worth a direct message to the host before booking - particularly if you're travelling with more than one dog or a larger breed. The hosts respond same-day in guests' accounts, so that conversation is quick.

Best suited to: small or medium dog owners who want privacy and a garden, family groups where the dog is one of the party rather than an afterthought, and anyone happy to drive a couple of minutes for a longer walk.