Dog-friendly Cumbria
Home to one of the most beautiful areas in Britain, The Lake District, there's no better place for a dog-friendly adventure in the great outdoors! Whether you are looking for a short-break or a week away with the family, friends or as a couple Cumbria is a wonderful place to visit, and your dog will love you for it!
- Great Strickland, EnglandThis former watermill (thought to be 15th century), has been extensively renovated to a high standard. It retains many interesting features with oak beams, a wood burner, designer kitchen and a wall mounted TV.
The Old Mill is light, warm and spacious, and has a wonderful private terrace facing south to the sun overlooking the river and garden - perfect for breakfast, drinks or a barbecue. Situated on the outskirts of the village of Great Strickland, it is just a stone’s throw from the Lake District National Park. To the west, a mile away, is Lowther Castle (featured on the Antiques Roadshow) and the beautiful villages of Askham, Pooley Bridge and Glenridding. Ullswater lake offers various attractions including a trip on the old steamer, sailing, paddle boarding, fishing and some of Wainwright’s favourite fell walks, including one of the big four, Helvellyn.
For walkers to the east, there are more opportunities to explore in the Pennine hills and Yorkshire Dales National Park. There are peaceful country lanes for cycling and the Eden Valley Circular Cycle Route runs through Great Strickland. There are good opportunities nearby for horse riding, golf, sailing, canoeing, fishing, quad biking and clay pigeon shooting.
Penrith is a short drive away to the north and has excellent shopping choices with five supermarkets, as well as an excellent local produce delicatessen, many arts and crafts shops, a cinema and a variety of restaurants. Within walking distance are two village pubs The Lowther Castle Inn and The Strickland Arms serving good food and a Michelin Star restaurant, Allium nearby in Askham. The Old Mill offers a perfect, relaxing, holiday base in a beautiful valley in the centre of this amazing scenic area.£170From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Penrith, England
Dog-friendly Leeming House offers luxury and comfort surrounded by 22-acres of lush gardens and secluded woodland on the shores of Ullswater in the magnificent Lake District National Park.
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- Clifton, England
A charming and dog-friendly Cumbrian country Inn with woodland trails on the doorstep, chic rooms and fabulous food sourced from their own family farms.
- Penrith, EnglandA super dog-friendly, cosy country pub in the delightful village of Askham in Cumbria, ideal for foodies, with stylish rooms and fabulous walks and fells on the doorstep.
- Penrith, EnglandA quaint cottage sleeping up to 5 humans and 2 dog in the heart of the beautiful Lake District!£180Price per night from
- Windermere, England
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, England’s longest and most beautiful lake, you will find Cragwood Country House Hotel, a superb dog-friendly destination in the heart of the Lake District.
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- Newby Bridge, England
The dog-friendly Lakeside Hotel & Spa is a country house hotel with contemporary touches - set on the southern shore of Lake Windermere, part of the Lake District World Heritage site and one of the most beautiful corners of England.
- Cockermouth, England
Originally an 18th Century Lakeland farmhouse, the Embleton Spa Hotel is a relaxed, informal dog-friendly hotel located near the ancient market town of Cockermouth in Cumbria with stunning views of the Lake District.
- Penrith, England
Recently awarded the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Award, the luxurious dog-friendly North Lakes Hotel & Spa is located in the historic market town of Penrith, Cumbria.
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- Penrith, England
The whimsical, dog-friendly Glassonby Old Hall is perfect for pampered pooches seeking adventure and luxury in the idyllic Eden Valley.
£550From price per night based on 7 night stayPetsPyjamas Exclusive Package Available