Dog-friendly Cumbria

This charming seaside holiday cottage has been carefully renovated to provide modern living, while retaining its original features including beams and a wood burner. The large kitchen/dining area makes this a good sociable house. Mere metres from the beach and in the heart of the village of Allonby, this cottage will be a hit with adults and children alike, with its famous ice cream, village play area (50 metres away with no roads to cross) and a range of pubs and cafes all only a short stroll away. The main living room and a cosy second living room provide good flexibility of living. The unbroken 26 mile long Hadrian’s cycleway between Maryport and Silloth, and the miles and miles of beach make this a great place to get out and explore. Nearby there is also the aquarium, Roman and maritime museums, go karting, climbing cave and wall, and some of the best golf in the country. Set within a conservation area and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Allonby is also perfectly situated for birdwatching along the Solway Estuary, as well as providing some absolutely stunning sunsets. Keswick, 26 miles. Beach 35 yards. Shop 50 yards, pub 75 yards and restaurant 100 yards.

Set in a rural location on the outskirts of the pretty, Cumbrian village of Ullock, this stunning barn conversion has been superbly refurbished to an exceptional standard. Ideal for couples looking for a tranquil break, or a family or small walking party wishing to explore the surrounding area. The owners have gone with the thoughts of your comfort in mind, so enjoy your stay and especially the views.

Step into the large, open plan living space with exposed stonework and a feature fireplace, and you will soon get a feel of the character of the property. It is hard not to find your eyes drawing to the large south facing picture window, taking in even bigger views of Burnbank Fell, Carling Knott and Blake Fell. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you need from that morning fresh coffee to enjoy whilst planning your day ahead, to a hearty home cooked meal as you sit at the dining table for an evening of great conversation and company. Two bedrooms with comfortable beds offer a good nights sleep. Outside there is ample parking and a large enclosed garden, ideal for the children or your dogs to play in.

Unfamiliar with the fells mentioned? Then these are the ones to explore, set on the quieter side of the Western Lake District, you will see fabulous vistas from the tops, taking in Loweswater, the Solway Firth and on a clear day, Scotland! Situated on the very fringe of the Lake District National Park, between Cockermouth and Ennerdale, it offers easy access for walking and cycling routes, as well as arguably some of the most picturesque scenery. Nearby is Cockermouth at just 5 miles away with an abundance of independent shops, coffee shops, restaurants and attractions. There is something for everyone here to make a great holiday. Beach 13 miles. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Escape to the picturesque beauty of Keswick in the Lake District and make Skylark your home away from home. This newly renovated in 2023 three-bedroom holiday abode offers a haven of comfort and style, accommodating up to five guests. Located in the heart of Keswick just a few minutes from the shops and cafés but nestled in a quiet area, this enchanting getaway promises a memorable stay with its exceptional amenities and unbeatable location. The interior has been meticulously designed and furnished to the highest standards, ensuring your stay is nothing short of exquisite.
With three thoughtfully appointed bedrooms, two shower rooms both with walk-in showers and underfloor heating. There is one on the ground floor and the one on the first floor which has a LED mirror. The spacious living area, and a well-equipped and large kitchen with Neff and Bosch appliances, there is even a heated clothes rack, every corner exudes comfort and elegance. After a day of exploration, unwind by the charming wood burner or revel in the tranquillity of the enclosed rear garden. Skylark warmly welcomes one small dog only, making it the ideal destination for a complete family getaway.
Explore the stunning Lake District landscapes together and create lasting memories with your four-legged companions. Keswick is a gateway to an array of exhilarating outdoor activities. Embark on invigorating hikes along picturesque trails, such as the renowned Catbells hike, where sweeping vistas of the lakes and fells await. Engage in watersports on Derwentwater’s shimmering surface, from kayaking to sailing. For a leisurely day, explore Keswick’s charming town centre, dotted with quaint shops, galleries, and delightful cafés. Discover the intriguing history of the region at the Keswick Museum and Art Gallery, which showcases a captivating collection of local artefacts and artistic creations. For those seeking artistic inspiration, the Theatre by the Lake hosts a variety of performances set against the stunning backdrop of Derwentwater.
Skylark provides off-road parking, ensuring a hassle-free experience and leaving you free to focus on making the most of your holiday. Indulge in the perfect blend of comfort, convenience and natural beauty at Skylark. Whether you’re seeking outdoor adventures, cultural exploration, or simply a peaceful retreat, this enchanting holiday home offers it all. Book your stay now and uncover the unparalleled magic of Keswick and the Lake District.

The front door opens into the open plan living/dining area which is a welcoming area to socialise in, either around the table over a game of cards or by sitting in front of a roaring log fire. The kitchen is well-appointed with all the amenities and equipment you require to prepare a picnic or Sunday roast dinner. Upstairs are three bedrooms comprising a master bedroom with a double bed, a twin bedroom and a single bedroom. The accommodation is completed with two bathrooms, one with a bath and the second with a shower cubicle. There are shared gardens with the adjoining property, and the properties share access to a barn which offers table tennis, pool and table football. Pets are also allowed.
The immediate area around the cottage is a walkers’ and cyclists’ paradise with a selection of fells, pikes and woods to explore. Within 30 minutes’ drive you can be at Coniston Water, the site of the famous Donald Campbell water speed world record. A short 10 minutes’ drive away is the market town of Broughton-in-Furness. Broughton has excellent amenities including a selection of local shops, a tourist information centre and petrol station. In and around Broughton you will also find some of the excellent pubs, including several award winners, many offering good quality food alongside their real ales and roaring fires, you will be spoilt for choice as to where to dine out.
For a family day out there is plenty to offer such as South Lakes Safari Zoo at nearby Dalton, Muncaster Castle with its owl sanctuary, Eskdale Miniature Railway, the Lakes Aquarium and boat trips on Coniston Water and Lake Windermere. You’ll never be short of something to do.
This property can be booked with Church House (ref UK44572) to accommodate up to 11 guests.

Spice Mill Cottage is just off the main square of Kirkby Lonsdale, where there is a traditional market held every Thursday. Whether you love modern and lustrous or quirky and old, Kirkby Lonsdale offers something for everyone, with many fine restaurants, traditional pubs, local cafés and boutique shopping. The famous Devil’s Bridge walk starts just a few minutes from the cottage where you can enjoy a lovely walk along the riverside and over to Ruskin’s View or even a dip in the river during summer!
The cottage is set over three floors. On entering the accommodation you are met with an exceptionally designed modern kitchen and a large solid oak dining table. The large patio doors open up onto the courtyard ideal for BBQ’s in the summer months. There is a downstairs toilet and utility room for your comfort. The first floor offers a generous living room with relaxing leather sofas, a large Smart TV and an electric wood burner taking centre stage. A single bedroom is located off the living space. The third floor boasts two well designed bedrooms, with en-suite facilities. This centrally located town house offers a parking space just in front of the accommodation, and a second space on the courtyard - a gold dust moment for Kirkby Lonsdale!

Kirkby Lonsdale is centrally located between the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and Lancashire. Just a 15 minute drive from the cottage you will find yourself in Ingleton, North Yorkshire, famous for waterfall’s, caving and climbing. The south Lake District is only a 20 minute drive away and offers attractions such as the South Lakes Safari Zoo, Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, Lakes Aquarium, Lakeland Motor Museum and Holker Hall Gardens- this is all before you reach Windermere Lake! 25 minutes south on the M6 and you are in the Historic City of Lancaster or by the seaside town of Morecambe. Beach 19 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 180 yards.

As soon as walk into the property you immediately feel at home in the open plan living/dining area, and your eyes are drawn to the lovely wood burner. Next you move through to the kitchen which provides ample space and appliances to prepare a picnic or a gourmet meal. Upstairs there are three bedrooms, the master features a kingsize bed, the second bedroom has a standard double bed, and the third room is a single bedroom with office space and room for a cot if required. The accommodation is completed with a large family bathroom. Outside there is a small yard area with a shed for bike storage.
You are a couple of minutes’ walk outside the centre of the lovely market town of Ulverston, which offers cobbled streets lined with a great selection of independent shops, pubs, cafés and restaurants. Throughout the year you can enjoy any number of festivals in the town ranging from lantern parades, beer or comedy festivals, the ever popular “Finefest” or Dickensian Christmas markets. You are in a great location to explore the south Lake District, and Windermere and Coniston Water within 30 minutes’ drive for walking and water enthusiasts. If climbing is your preferred pastime, you’ll find a great variety of bouldering through to large crags all within an easy drive. If you prefer more leisurely pursuits, you have plenty of options from museums to stately homes, escape rooms to segways, steam trains to lake cruises, Michelin star restaurants to horse racing, the option are endless and of course this is the World of Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter for those literary enthusiasts. You’ll never be short of things to do whether you are enjoying a break with friends or family.

Positioned in the modest seaside resort of Arnside, this stunning property is perfectly placed to enjoy all the local area has to offer. This quaint village has a number of cafés serving great coffee and cake, a few independent shops to browse, a bakery and a couple of pubs serving pub grub and good ales too. If you love fish and chips, there’s the very popular local chip shop a short walk away from the apartment. To take advantage of the spectacular views with the ever changing tides across the bay, this stylish, contemporary holiday home is situated on the second floor of a substantial Edwardian Villa.
The entrance hall is spacious with a designated area to leave coats and shoes, plus a bookshelf housing books and games for your entertainment. The kitchen/diner has modern appliances for your convenience and a breakfast table from where to enjoy a morning coffee and a hearty breakfast. The living room has a wood burner and plenty of comfy seating, ideal for snuggling up in front of the Smart TV after a full day of exploring. The ’piece de resistance’ is the additional seating area in the bay window where you can simply sit and admire the stunning views of the Lakeland Fells and spectacular sunsets. The perfect spot to sit and enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple. The master bedroom with a kingsize bed is located to the front of the property and also benefits from magnificent views from the wing back chairs in the window. There’s plenty of storage behind the sliding glass wardrobe doors. Next to the master is another bedroom with a kingsize bed and storage, plus a smaller bedroom with single bed and storage. All the bedrooms are beautifully furnished and have ’Emma’ memory foam mattresses. The bathroom has the ’wow’ factor! There’s a four piece suite including a large walk-in shower with rainfall shower head, deep bath for soaking in after a day on the fells, sink, vanity unit, WC and mirror. Next to the bathroom is a utility room with washing machine for convenience. Outside is a raised decking area with garden furniture which catches the sun all day and also offers a view of the estuary through the houses.
Conveniently located between Kendal and Carnforth, the medieval market town of Milnthorpe is only a 10-minute drive away, here you can find a small supermarket, petrol station, four takeaways and three pubs. Levens Hall and Gardens is a 20-minute drive from the apartment, being famous for the world’s oldest Topiary Gardens with a wonderful café, also very popular with locals, serving delicious home cooked food. The rest of the Lake District National Park, including Bowness and Windermere, is a mere 30 minutes’ drive away, and the Yorkshire Dales, with the popular market town of Kirkby Lonsdale and the water falls at Ingleton, a similar distance.
This apartment is so homely you may never want to leave, but just in case you do, you will simply be spoilt for choice for things to see and do in this area. If you enjoy walking, you can walk to Arnside Knott from here, where you can experience the most spectacular views, some of the best sunsets have been recorded in Arnside and Silverdale.. If you’re a keen cyclist or someone who enjoys water sports, there’s a lockable storage area at the apartment to store your bikes/kayaks/paddleboards for convenience. Beach 100 yards. Pub and restaurant 175 yards.

Stanwix Cottage dates back to the 1650s and was originally the Stables for the old Coaching Inn which is now the local pub. Completely recently refurbished and renovated and is a real home from home and the ideal base for exploring the beautiful border city of Carlisle and further afield. Stanwix Cottage, whilst modest from the outside is a real Tardis with three lovely separate seating areas, a cosy lounge to the front, a comfortable living room/dining room and a delightful conservatory to the rear which overlooks the peaceful and private rear garden which is a real joy and the perfect place to sit and relax. Also on the ground floor is a very well equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and upstairs there are three bedrooms, one with en-suite and a family bathroom. There really is lots of space for all the family at Stanwix Cottage.
Stanwix Cottage is in a quiet area of the city within walking distance of the city centre and only moments from some lovely walks around Rickerby Park and the River Eden. The wonderful Cumbrian countryside is just waiting to be explored from the historical site of Hadrian’s wall with its rich history and dramatic landscape, to the majestic mountains and lakes of the Lake District National Park. A short drive will take you over the border to Scotland where you can drive along the stunning Solway Coast. Beach 21 miles. Pub and restaurant 15 yards.

Cumberland Place is a spacious apartment situated in the heart of the bustling Lake District market town of Keswick. A two storey property set in an iconic Victorian slate building, which just oozes character. The private entrance at the rear of the property brings you into the boot room, ideal for storing bicycles and walking equipment on the ground floor. 13 steps take you up to the generous living room on the first floor, which boasts high ceilings and excellent views of the high street, along with a spacious, open plan kitchen/ diner. The second floor landing, with armchair, leads to two large bedrooms and the family bathroom. The master bedroom has a king-size bed, sizeable wardrobe, and chest of drawers, as well as an en-suite shower room. The second bedroom is a triple; it has a double and single bed, and with the bathroom next door it makes for the perfect family bedroom. The roof top terrace is a little haven, high above the bustling high street, a perfect place to take in the morning sunshine and views over the nearby fells. There is a designated parking space, which, if used conscientiously, will fit two cars.
All the amenities of this vibrant town are on your doorstep, just across the road is the main shopping area with a great selection of shops, pubs, restaurants and the iconic Moot Hall. A short 5 minute stroll will take you through Hope Park to the shores of Derwentwater, where The Keswick Launch Company operate regular trips around the lake each day, with numerous drop-off points if you wish to continue on foot. Keswick is renowned for its spectacular setting, surrounded by mountains, it’s abundance of shopping and dining experiences, as well as a variety of cultural hotspots and tourist attractions, including the Derwent Pencil Museum, the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick Convention Centre and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and are all within walking distance. Pub and restaurant 120 yards.