Dog-friendly Romantic Breaks

Larchwood, a detached timber lodge, is situated on the edge of a forest, with the towering larches and unspoilt woodland offering a haven for wildlife, including red squirrels, hares, roe deer and many species of birds. Guests will delight in enjoying the entertaining antics of their bushy tailed neighbours! Watching the busy red squirrels provides an engrossing pastime, and nuts and seeds can be found in the shed to feed them with. In a prime position, overlooking Duke’s Pond (a medieval watering hole for Drovers) in a small, private development, Larchwood offers well-presented good quality accommodation and the opportunity to feel close to nature in idyllic surroundings. The countryside surrounding the lodge is unspoilt, with Greystoke Forest on one side and stunning views to Blencathra on the other. There are gardens to the front, rear and side of the property, as well as a generous decking area, offering ample outdoor space to enjoy the picturesque surroundings. Nearby are the charming villages of Greystoke, Caldbeck, Mungrisdale and Hesketh Newmarket, with their own pubs and local shops. Sitting between Keswick, Penrith, Carlisle and Ullswater, Larchwood offers an ideal base for exploring the northern Lake District and Cumbria. Shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles.

Barn on the Wall is a truly special luxury barn conversion where you can sit back and immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquillity of this stunning and historic landscape. Barn on the Wall was built in the 18th Century and like many of the properties in the area was built using stones from Hadrian’s Wall.
This beautiful country cottage has been stylishly designed blending modern with traditional features including beamed ceilings and original stonework. Barn on the Wall is the ideal place for family or friends to come together and enjoy the space with its large and comfortable sitting rooms and the fabulous Games Room with bar, 7ft pool table, dart board and cosy wood burning stove. There is complete privacy at Barn on the Wall with its huge fully enclosed garden with views towards the Lake District and North Pennines, perfect for children, and the gardens are further complimented by the large hot tub overlooking the valley towards the Solway Firth. If you are visiting the property for a celebration the owners can provide a celebration package, at cost and by prior arrangement.
Barn on the Wall sits on the iconic Hadrian’s Wall, a World Heritage Site, and the highest remaining piece of Hadrian’s Wall is only a short walk from Barn on the Wall. Enjoy a day exploring the area on foot. Whilst at Barn on the Wall take a walk down to Lanercost Priory where you can wander round the Priory then enjoy lunch or just a well-earned cup of tea in the tea rooms. Banks is a small Hamlet only 4 miles or so from the lovely market town of Brampton with its array of lovely little shops, restaurants, takeaways and tea rooms. A great day out for all the family is a visit to Talkin Tarn Country Park, just 2 miles from Brampton, with its 65-acre lake where you can sail, windsurf, canoe, or hire a rowing boat or even just sit all day fishing. Set amid 120 acres of farmland and woodland you can hire mountain bikes with the cycle routes taking you through beautiful countryside.
Take a drive out in the car and within 20 minutes you’ll be in the beautiful border city of Carlisle, with its array of high street shopping. Within 30 minutes you could be over the border into Scotland or in the Lake District National Park.

Low Moat is a charming, detached country cottage set quietly on a working farm nestled in the beautiful Cumbrian countryside.
Spacious and comfortable and with the added luxury of a private hot tub, Low Moat is only eight miles from the world-famous Gretna Green so perhaps Low Moat is your ideal honeymoon destination! With spacious open plan living, a quirky reading corner in the Hall and a large bedroom with comfortable bed and of course your outside space with hot tub you really will be spoilt at Low Moat. Low Moat whilst in this wonderful countryside setting is only four miles from Longtown and close to the Solway Coast in Dumfries and Galloway, the Lake District National Park and Northumberland National Park so ideally situated to explore both England and Scotland by car.
Closer to home you can enjoy miles of quiet country lanes either by foot or bike!! After a day exploring the countryside what better than to return to your tranquil retreat at Low Moat, relax in the hot tub watching the dark starry skies. Bliss!

Cleugh Foot is a stunning cottage, one of the original buildings on the Netherby Estate, overlooking acres of parkland along the River Esk. This distinctive pink coloured cottage has been recently renovated in 2022 and really is a wonderful bolthole for you to enjoy an amazing holiday in an amazing location.
The quality of Cleugh Foot is evident from the moment you step through the door into the beautifully designed and modern kitchen which leads onto the dining room. From the lounge, with its cosy wood burning stove, French doors open onto the gardens and give views of the stunning countryside. Upstairs the bedrooms boast cosy beds ensuring a perfect night’s sleep. The peace and seclusion at Cleugh Foot is just what you need for that perfect relaxing holiday. Viewing down your driveway in amongst the trees outside is just as impressive with a private hot tub, outdoor dining and firepit area with gorgeous views of the whole estate. Cleugh Foot is the perfect escape for people wanting to hide away in the woods with miles of private parkland, woodland and river to explore. Bliss!
Whilst you have the seclusion at Cleugh Foot you are not far from an abundance of local attractions and are situated between the Lake District and Northumberland National Parks. Hadrian’s Wall is a must or for something more energetic, explore the Border Reivers Cycle Route, where you can explore the region’s fascinating history on ‘The Reivers Trail’. Cleugh Foot is only a few miles from the border over into Scotland where you can discover miles of stunning sandy beaches along the Solway Coast. There is so much to fill your days in this beautiful countryside, then come home to Cleugh Foot and relax in your hot tub while taking in the stunning sunsets! Beach 22 miles. Pub and restaurant 2¼ miles.

Set in a quiet, rural location, this barn conversion, adjacent to the owner’s home and set on a working beef farm, provides spacious holiday accommodation. It is full of character and charm, with original beams and exposed stonework throughout. Well-equipped, it is always warm and cosy, and has been tastefully furnished in a homely, cottage style, and also boasts a garden that looks out over lovely views. The property is set at the end of a private lane, yet Carlisle and Hadrian’s Wall are only a short drive away. There are excellent links for those wishing to explore the Lake District, Newcastle and the Scottish Borders. The market town of Brampton is 5 miles away. Shop 5 miles, pub 1½ miles, restaurant 2½ miles.

A superb barn conversion set in tranquil and peaceful surroundings, with a hot tub. Luxury en-suite bathrooms and open plan living with woodburning stove. Torver 2 miles.

A superb Lake District cottage in peaceful and tranquil surroundings. Luxury bathroom with walk-in rainfall shower. Hot tub. Torver 2 miles.

Rowanburn Lodge, a detached lodge, is beautifully situated overlooking Duke’s Pond, in a small, private development located close to Greystoke, with many benefits such as free Wi-Fi and an outdoor decked area. The area is a haven for wildlife, including red squirrels, hares, roe deer and many species of birds. There is a red squirrel box on the decking with food for the friendly squirrels to feast on.
This holiday lodge is situated centrally between Keswick, Penrith, Carlisle and Ullswater making it an ideal location for exploring the northern Lake District and Cumbria. The countryside surrounding the lodge is unspoilt, with Greystoke Forest on one side and stunning views to Blencathra on the other. Nearby are the charming villages of Greystoke, Caldbeck and Hesketh Newmarket with their own pubs and local shops. Shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles.

This single-storey, detached holiday retreat, adjacent to the owner’s farmhouse, has a hot tub and stunning rural views. Converted from a sheep fauld and set on a family-run livestock farm, surrounded by unspoilt countryside. It is 2 miles from Birdoswald Fort on Hadrian’s Wall, and centrally located for the Lake District, Northumberland, the Yorkshire Dales and Scottish Borders. Visit Talkin Tarn, Walltown Crag, Lanercost Priory, Rheged, country shows and farmer’s markets. There are footpaths from the door along with walking and cycle routes throughout the area. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Located in the small hamlet of Hartley, approximately 1 mile from the popular Cumbrian town of Kirkby Stephen, this charming cottage, originally a brewery and inn, offers welcoming, comfortable accommodation ideal for couples or a small family who enjoy exploring, walking or cycling in stunning countryside. The Yorkshire Dales National Park, Upper Eden Valley and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are all right on the doorstep, and it is also within easy reach of the Lake District National Park. Dating back to the 1700s, the cottage, which is attached to the main house, has retained lots of lovely character features, which include exposed stone work on the stairs and a fantastic spacious bedroom with beams and galleried area. These traditional features are combined with all the contemporary comforts one expects from a holiday home, such as Wi-Fi, a well-equipped kitchen and contemporary bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle. There is also a useful vestibule area where you can store outdoor clothing and boots.
Once a traditional farming and quarrying village, Hartley is a quiet place to stay, and the main sound you will hear is the babbling beck which runs through the village to the front of the cottage. The remains of the 12th-century castle can be seen on the hill which overlooks the village and on the summit of Hartley Fell are the mysterious ’Nine Standards’, a line of nine standing stones. Situated on the Coast to Coast footpath, the cottage is perfect for walkers. There is a variety of walks on offer to suit all abilities from a quiet riverside walk or a stroll along the railway lines to more challenging fell walks. The Eden Viaducts footpath starts in Hartley and the Howgill Fells are within easy reach, as are the North Pennines. The area is also great for cycling, with Kirkby Stephen on the C2C (Sea to Sea) Cycle Route. Other routes nearby include the W2W (Walney to Wear) coast to coast route and the Lakes and Dales Loop. There is an electric bike hire shop in the village and normal bike hire in Kirkby Stephen, or should you wish to bring your own bikes, storage is available on-site. Other popular activities available locally include golf and fishing. The popular ’Walkers are Welcome’ town of Kirkby Stephen is just 1 mile away and there is a footpath which will take just over 5 minutes to walk into town. Here you will find a good selection of shops, pubs, cafés and eateries as well as a couple of supermarkets, and there is a weekly market held on Mondays. The town also has a heritage centre and train station which is on the famous Settle-Carlisle line. In addition to its stunning scenery the area is also rich in culture and heritage and there are castles at Brough and Pendragon, both of which are free to visit. Shops and restaurants 1½ miles, pub 1 mile.