3 Dog Friendly Luxury Cottages Somerset
Welcome to our Quantock Cottages in Somerset where we are proud to support The Thin Blue Paw Foundation
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Win Your Dream Dog Friendly Holiday
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Did you know that:
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When injured out or retired police dogs don't receive a pension
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You can't in the main get insurance for service dogs
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The responsibility for their care and vet bills which can amount to many thousands falls to their ex-handler or new owner
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By entering this raffle you will be helping to support the Thin Blue Paw Foundation, which is a registered charity who helps towards vet bills for these retired hero service dogs.
Relax in our meticulously curated country-inspired cottages which have cozy furnishings and thoughtful touches. From the instant you arrive, you'll be embraced by a realm of luxury, the familiar comfort of home and a sense of tranquility.
MEET OUR RPD "SNIFTER"
Snifter is our 2nd RPD and she is totally heaven (unless you want to come in uninvited!) She joined our family in autumn of 2021 and as you can see from these pictures she has taken to civilian life very well. So much so that Simon and I get very little bed or sofa come to mention that but Simon does at least have a "work buddy" now, not that she is of much help as she is usually carrying around her teddy - big rough tough police dog that she is!
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MEET RPD PABLO WHO THE THIN BLUE PAW FOUNDATION HAVE HELPED
When springer spaniel Pablo retired from Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies’ Joint Dog Section in August 2019 he was fit, healthy and ready to enjoy the quiet life in his new home. Carly Laflin and her husband – both serving police officers – fell in love with Pablo after meeting him out in the field Carly said: “My husband came home one night to tell me about Pablo being sent in to search a car that was suspected of being involved in county lines drugs and coming out with the suspects’ Big Mac they’d just picked up from the McDonald’s drive-through! I think it was true love from that point forward!” The 10-year-old ‘hero’ recovered more than £250,000 worth of drugs, cash and weapons and played a part in the arrest of hundreds of criminals during his eight-year career. “The police take really good care of them while they’re working but, unfortunately, once they retire they don’t offer any further support,” Carly added. “As police officers we get pensions and we get looked after when we leave but the dogs just get a ‘thank you’ and a ‘goodbye’. Taking on a retired service dog is a huge responsibility.” When Pablo started having difficulty going to the toilet over Christmas 2020, his new owners rushed him to the vet where they found a 4cm mass in his abdomen. The Suffolk couple had already spent £1,500 on investigations when vets said he needed £4,000 surgery to remove the tumour, and they weren’t sure how they’d manage to afford the bills. That’s when we stepped in and offered them a grant to cover the full cost of surgery and ensure Pablo had a chance to live out his days. Carly added: “The Thin Blue Paw Foundation ultimately saved Pablo’s life. You can’t put a price on Pablo; not only is he our beloved pet, but he’s also a hero and he’s given so much to our communities. We had already decided that we would go ahead with the surgery but we were really concerned about how we would find that sort of money so the charity has really helped to fill that huge gap.” The surgery was carried out in January 2021 and found the tumour was benign so Pablo has now been given a clean bill of health and is back home enjoying long walks, playing with his tennis ball and cuddles on the sofa. Find out more about The Thin Blue Paw's work Here
NOT JUST A HOLIDAY - BUT AN EXPERIENCE
luxury staycationing with us allows you all of the perks and more that a boutique 5* hotel offers but with the privacy space and style of a private country home. Enjoy:
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In-cottage massage/beauty treatments
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Have a private chef come and cook for you
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Have home cooked food delivery
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Re-charge in your private covered hot tub
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Star gaze from your private outside bar
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Picnic in our private leafy woodland glade
THE QUANTOCK HILLS
A place in Somerset where ancient moorland meets wild Jurassic coast
Discover the beauty of the Quantock Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is at the end of your dog secure enclosed garden. Embark on scenic hikes, meander through ancient woodlands, or simply bask in the serenity of nature.
Don't just take our word for how lovely our cottages are see for yourself what some of our guests have been kind enough to say about our cottages
Explore Our 3 Luxury Cottage
Dive on in lets go explore our gorgeous dog friendly retreats which are true home-from-homes
OUR LUXURY COTTAGES ARE NEAR TAUNTON
SOMERSET
Each of our gorgeous luxurious romantic cottages are set high on the Quantock Hills and they provide the perfect place to stay whether you are a couple searching for a romantic cottage break, or a larger family group looking to celebrate in style, we provide the perfect dog-friendly retreat. Each sumptuous pet friendly cottage is unique and over eighty percent of our custom comes from returning guests and of new guests the majority are from word-of-mouth.
Being under 3 hours from London & the home counties Somerset makes the ideal destination for either a staycation or much needed mini break holiday
Do you have any questions that you would like to ask our BOT?
Sometimes he is a bit naughty and does not have the answer, but if you head over to our FAQ page you might find what you are looking for, or simply give Simon or I a call. We are here to help.
GUEST BOOK
Well! I thought we'd said it all last year but here we are to say it all again! Words just cannot express how much we love it here and of course we've booked again for next year. There is every luxury you could think of here for both humans and for doggies alike. Don't change a thing Emma & Simon you could not have accommodated better and you certainly couldn't make us fell any more welcome,
you're are the best! See you next year.
Doreen, Gloria and Jazz & Frankie
