Dogs
As a dog owner myself it is is hard to imagine coming to Exmoor without a dog because this wonderful countryside environment is perfect for dog walking. Well behaved dogs and responsible owners are therefore welcomed and most of the local pubs are dog friendly. We have recently built a new utility room which Daisy our labradoodle has given it the seal of approval as being a dog friendly drying room too!
Before we agree to dogs staying in our accommodation, however, we require further information from the owner about the age and breed of dog and if it has any bad habits. As you will appreciate it is essential that our high standard of accommodation is retained for future guests and therefore guests who wish to bring their dogs with them must agree to our terms and conditions and by signing the booking form take full responsibility for paying for any damage incurred.
Well behaved dogs are welcomed by prior arrangement with Exmoor Holidays. We require breed, age and number of dogs at the time of booking. We are unable to accept dog breeds listed under Dangerous Dogs act. We regret we do not accept any other type of pet.
To safeguard the high standard of our accommodation we regret we are unable to accept puppies, or any dogs which are destructive, incontinent or a noise nuisance or dangerous.
The hirer agrees that his/her dog will be controlled and supervised and will not cause excessive damage or nuisance.
Dogs must not be left in the property unattended. This is a strange environment for them and could cause them considerable distress and risk property damage and noise.
If your dog fouls anywhere on site the mess must be removed, bagged and discarded in the dog waste bin located just a minute’s walk down the lane opposite the Ship Inn, (where the road forks). If it not appropriate to leave dog waste in our dustbin as the waste bin collections are very infrequent so the bin would become very smelly and unpleasant for future guests.
Dogs must be treated and be free of fleas and worms prior to arrival.
You must bring your own dog bed with you. Under no circumstances are dogs allowed to lie on the beds and dogs should be kept off all furniture.
To safeguard our carpets If your dog is wet and muddy please do not bring it in through the front of the house. Please bring your dog through the side garden (ensuring that gates are closed and keeping your dog on the lead. If there are guests staying in Bracken Apartment please be respectful of social distancing and their privacy whilst you are passing through the garden to access rear of Maxwelton). There is a hose at the back of Maxwelton and dog towels in the Utility Room. If using the hose please ensure the tap is securely turned off. We are on water meter and also to be conscious of the environment.
Under extreme circumstances and at the owner’s discretion guests may be asked to remove their dog from the site if they are in breach of the above terms and conditions.
How many dogs can I bring?
Exmoor Holidays (4 bed house) – not to exceed a maximum of 3 dogs.
Maxwelton (3 bed house) – not to exceed a maximum of 2 dogs.
Bracken (1 bed apartment) maximum of 1 large dog or 2 small dogs.
Charge for dogs
1 dog £25 per stay
2 dogs £35 per stay
3 dogs £45 per stay
You will be charged if an exceptional amount of cleaning has to be undertaken following your stay due to dirty wet dogs or if your dog causes any damage.
Link to Dog Friendly Cottages website.