Have upcoming travel plans? You no longer have to leave your furry BFF at home when jet setting around the South. More than ever before, Southern resorts and hotels alike are offering dog-friendly accommodations, and they’re not stopping at simply allowing Fido into your room. Instead of merely tolerating pets, these “homes away from home” are going above and beyond to make your pup feel as welcome as you do. From beds of their own to personalized dog-friendly baked goods, these hotels are pampering pooches so much it will be hard to convince your pup to leave. Pack your bags, grab the leash and hit the road, because here are some of the South’s most dog-friendly accommodations!
Destination: Adairsville, Georgia
Resort: Barnsley Resort
Barnsley Resort in northwest Georgia has the right attitude when it comes to pets: dogs deserve luxury vacations, too. And we’re confident your pup will love Barnsley Resort as much as you do. Situated on 3,000 acres, the resort features more than 10 miles of hiking trails ideal for active canines and their human companions. Beyond providing pet beds, treats, bottled water (!!!) and food and water bowls, the resort also provides pet-sitting services with advance notice. For those travelers who book through the resort’s Pampered Pets for Paws package, Barnsley will donate the usual pet fee to nearby PAWS Atlanta, an area pet rescue.
The policy at Barnsley Resort is simple: Dogs deserve luxury vacations too. Image: Barnsley Resort
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Destination: Walland, Tennessee
Resort: Blackberry Farm
A stay at world-renowned Blackberry Farm in Walland, Tennessee, is considered by many seasoned travelers to be the peak of luxury accommodations. Surrounded by rustic splendor, guests enjoy perks like all-inclusive dining experiences complete with a boxed lunch that will bring a new meaning to the phrase “doggy bag.” Dogs, of course, are treated well here, too. They are welcome throughout the Relais & Chateau property as long as they are on a leash. With wooded trails, streams, ponds, gardens and more to explore, your pup is sure to be thrilled with this little slice of Smoky Mountain foothills heaven.
With trails, woods and green spaces aplenty, Blackberry Farm is a dog’s paradise. Image: Blackberry Farm
Destination: Nashville, Tennessee
Resort: Loews Vanderbilt Hotel
If you’re a pet lover and are not familiar with Loews’ incredible pet policy, lean in. Once you book a pet-friendly room, you’re all set for a pet experience like no other. “Loews Loves Pets” provides top-notch service for your pooch. In fact, Loews Nashville isn’t just a pet-friendly property, it’s a pet-first property. Perks include dog-walking maps, pet placemats, collars and leashes, rawhide bones, beds and more. Even better? Cat devotees, we didn’t forget about you. Cats are also welcome at Loews. They’ll even provide catnip, litter boxes, litter and scratch poles.
Loews loves pets, and it shows. Their above-and-beyond offerings include dog-walking maps, collars, leashes and rawhide bones. Image: Loews Hotel
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Destination: Bluffton, South Carolina
Resort: Montage Palmetto Bluff
Montage resorts are known for their premier pet policies, and the Montage Palmetto Bluff is no different. The resort not only welcomes your dog but has several of its own Labradors, most named after local rivers. Beyond having a bevy of additional furry friends, Montage Palmetto Bluff also provides over-the-top fodder for Fido. Meals such as Angus beef and pasta are among Chef’s pup-friendly specialties. If your dog would prefer to join you at dinner, head to the patio at Buffalo’s, a casual spot where pets are welcome.
If you want to bring your furry companion to lunch, pets are welcome at Buffalo’s, a patio-dining destination at Montage Palmetto Bluff. Image: Montage Palmetto Bluff
Destination: Sylacauga, Alabama
Resort: Pursell Farms
Imagine this: Snoozing in a golf course cabin just off the 11th hole with man’s best friend snoring beside you. At Pursell Farms, the accommodations of your dreams (and your dog’s) become reality. The resort features an award-winning golf course, walking trails, biking, a relaxing spa and a variety of other activities. Your pup, by your side throughout many of these moments, will be right at home among the expansive grounds and will be thankful for the resort’s complimentary food and water after a long day of exploration.
Wake up on Farm Links’ 11th hole beside your furry friend. Image: Pursell Farms
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Destination: Lake Oconee, Georgia
Resort: Ritz-Carlton Reynolds
Anywhere that has a VIP (very important pet) policy receives four paws way up. Guest pups at Ritz-Carlton Reynolds can expect a surprise welcome amenity upon arrival, ample green space to leash roam, and plenty of attention from staff and guests alike. This property sits on Lake Oconee, a 19,000-acre lake just 75 miles outside of Atlanta. If your dog loves the water, this is the vacation spot for you. Plan to rent a boat from one of the area marinas and enjoy a day on the lake with the entire family — furry members included.
If your dog loves water, rent a boat and let him go for a swim in Lake Oconee. Image: Ritz-Carlton Reynolds
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Destination: Nashville Tennessee
Resort: Hotel Preston
Located minutes from downtown Nashville, Hotel Preston has recently enjoyed a complete overhaul of both property features and guest amenities — the latter of which includes a dogs-are-welcome policy. The hotel’s 1,250-square-foot Fetch dog park offers ample space for your pup to get the wiggles out while you watch, and in-room features include a pet bed, food and water bowls, and a welcome toy or treat.
Just in case … all dogs staying at Hotel Preston receive a temporary ID tag. Image: Hotel Preston
Safe travels to your ENTIRE family — dogs included!
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