Dog-friendly Cumbria

A quaint cottage sleeping up to 5 humans and 2 dog in the heart of the beautiful Lake District!

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.

Welcome to Daffodil Cottage, your enchanting three-bedroom holiday retreat nestled in the heart of Cockermouth.
This charming getaway offers a perfect blend of traditional character and modern comfort. On the ground floor, immerse yourself in the warm ambiance of the large open-plan living-dining room, adorned with exposed beams that tell stories of the cottage’s rich history. As the evening settles, gather around the crackling log-burning stove for a cosy night in, or indulge in a cinematic experience with the Smart TV. The adjacent family kitchen beckons culinary adventures, equipped with all the amenities you need for a delightful home-cooked meal. Venture to the first floor, where you’ll find three inviting bedrooms awaiting your repose. Choose from a spacious double, a comfortable twin, or a quaint single room, each thoughtfully designed to provide a peaceful night’s sleep. The generously sized family bathroom boasts both a relaxing bath and a separate shower, ensuring everyone’s preferences are catered to.
Beyond the comfort of Daffodil Cottage, Cockermouth is within easy access on foot and beckons with a plethora of activities to suit every taste. Explore the picturesque town centre, known for its charming shops, galleries, and cafés. Immerse yourself in local culture by visiting the birthplace of renowned poet William Wordsworth or discover the rich history of Cockermouth Castle.
The popular town of Keswick is 14 miles away and can be reached in about 20 minutes. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Lake District National Park is just a stone’s throw away, offering breathtaking landscapes and endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and water activities. Walkers and cyclists will love the route through Whinlatter Forest Park, or continue down the valley to Buttermere which boasts stunning panoramic scenery. Don’t miss the chance to explore the nearby lakes, such as Buttermere and Crummock Water, surrounded by stunning mountains. Golf is also available within 5 miles.
After a day of exploration, return to Daffodil Cottage, where the welcoming glow of the log-burning stove awaits. Whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure, this holiday home is your perfect base for creating cherished memories in Cockermouth and the surrounding beauty of the Lake District. Beach 8 miles.

Discover the epitome of luxury, space, and modern living at the Pooley Bridge Apartment, a breathtaking three-bedroom, first floor residence offering unrivalled views of Ullswater and the iconic bridge. Nestled in the heart of one of the UK’s most picturesque landscapes, this apartment is a gateway to a world of awe-inspiring experiences and cherished memories. Step inside and be captivated by the generous living area, where large windows frame the stunning vistas of Ullswater and the charming bridge. Imagine waking up to the shimmering waters and picturesque surroundings every morning. With a spacious and contemporary design, this apartment is a haven of comfort, promising a rejuvenating stay for you and your loved ones. The apartemnt is above a café/restaurant which will be open in the evneing from early 2024.
Beyond the apartment’s luxurious embrace, the enchanting region of Pooley Bridge offers a myriad of activities to indulge in. Lace up your hiking boots and explore the dramatic beauty of the Ullswater Way, a well-loved walking trail that circles the lake, offering panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and tranquil valleys. For water enthusiasts, a trip to the Ullswater Steamers is a must. Embark on a leisurely cruise along the glistening waters of Ullswater, where you can take in the stunning sights of the Lake District from a unique vantage point. Adventurers will relish in the chance to try their hand at various water sports, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing. The crystal-clear waters of Ullswater provide the perfect playground for all skill levels, promising unforgettable moments of exhilaration and fun. If history and culture intrigue you, a visit to Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens is a delightful choice. Immerse yourself in centuries of heritage and stroll through immaculate gardens that boast breathtaking floral displays throughout the seasons. Of course, no trip to the Lake District would be complete without sampling the delicious local cuisine.
Pooley Bridge boasts an array of charming cafés, traditional pubs, and gourmet restaurants, each offering a taste of Cumbria’s finest dishes and warm hospitality. As the day draws to a close, return to the Pooley Bridge Apartment and unwind in the last rays of sunlight as the sky paints a mesmerising canvas of colours over the lake and mountains. Whether you seek tranquillity, adventure, or a mix of both, the Pooley Bridge Apartment is your idyllic base to explore the wonders of the Lake District. Book now and create memories that will last a lifetime in this luxurious and modern retreat, where nature’s beauty meets refined comfort.
Pooley Bridge Apartment (UK44955) can be booked with Hunters Cottage (UK44956) to accommodate up to 7 guests.

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.

A beautifully presented holiday home with stunning Lake District scenery and the delights of Keswick town centre and all it has to offer right on your doorstep. It has all the modern luxuries and home comforts you would expect from a 21st-century holiday home.
Hey Down is a terraced house built from traditional Lakeland stone and can accommodate up to five adults in three furnished bedrooms, perfect for multiple couples and families. Spread over two floors, the property has a spacious master bedroom on the 1st floor, with a twin room and cosy single on the same floor. The ground floor is the heart of the house and offers a great social space to spend time with family and friends. The well-equipped kitchen leads to the back garden which is enclosed and is complete with garden furniture so you can soak up the afternoon sun.
Hey Down is set in the heart of Keswick and for those of you who know the area well, you won’t be surprised to find that you can access everything this vibrant market town has to offer on foot. Walking from the property, you will reach the River Greta in just 1 minute, where you can either cross at the river to reach Fitz Park (which offers a great area to exercise your four-legged friend) or continue along the riverside and in just 5 minutes (500 yards away), you will hit the bustling town centre, brimming with great restaurants, pubs serving local craft ales, an excellent range of shopping experiences and some memorable tourist attractions.
If you want family fun then visit The Derwent Pencil Museum, home to the world’s largest pencil, ¾ mile away, or visit Puzzling Place which is full of mind-boggling optical illusions, ½ mile away. If you like culture, you have to try the Theatre by the Lake, with its enviable position on the shores of Derwentwater, it offers award-winning performances in drama and arts, and is just ¾ mile away. If you like walking or cycling, you are surrounded by some of the most challenging and iconic fells in the area as well as a number of less challenging walking routes suitable for families.
Keswick is at the northern end of Derwentwater, one of the areas iconic lakes and offers a great base and starting point for many an adventure. You can tick off a few of Wainwright’s 214 Lakeland Fells including Skiddaw, Blencathra and Helvellyn within a few miles’ radius. Whether you are looking for adventure or relaxation, Keswick can offer it all, and Hey Down gives you the perfect platform for a memorable holiday in the Lake District.