Dog-friendly Cumbria

Orrest Howe is situated up the famous Orrest Head walk in Windermere, set in a beautiful woodland garden. You can enjoy sitting out on one of the many seating areas or end your day relaxing in the hot tub whilst taking in the local scenery.
This detached five bedroom property is a mixture of modern living combined with the period features of a Lakeland house, with two living rooms, plus plenty of room for dining, and a big modern fitted kitchen, including a large wine chiller, perfect for your party of up to ten. With three of the bedrooms en-suite, a family bathroom with a shower over the bath, plus an extra two separate toilets, your comfort levels are really catered for. There are views onto the front garden from four of the bedrooms which also look out over the tree tops onto Windermere.
With bars, restaurants and shops within an easy walk from the front door you will find your stay very relaxing. Alternatively just a few steps and you can head on up Orrest Head for a bracing walk and take in even more of what the Lake District has to show you! Shop, pub and restaurant 250 yards.

This property makes the perfect Cumbrian destination for couples, friends and families alike. The Scotch Arms Mews is a wonderful, semi-detached home, complete with seven en-suite bedrooms, ideal for gatherings and celebrations with your loved ones. All the accommodation has the benefit of free Wi-Fi, Freeview TV in all rooms and adequate off road parking.
It is the perfect location to take a stroll into Brampton where you can sample the many good restaurants and pubs. With so much to do and see in the area, this property could not be better placed. Take a trip to Talkin Tarn Country Park, just 2 miles from Brampton, with its 65-acre lake set amid 120-acres of farmland and woodland. The tarn is an ideal place for recreation, group activities or a quiet stroll through the mature woodlands. Walby Farm Park is ideal for families and Lanercost Priory is also within close proximity. Whilst there, enjoy afternoon tea or lunch at the café where your dog is welcome too.
No stay in Cumbria is complete without visiting Hadrian’s Wall, an iconic monument built by the Romans. Stretching 73 miles from Wallsend near Newcastle, across the neck of England to the Solway coast in North West Cumbria. Why not walk alongside a stretch of the wall or cycle along the well-known Coast to Coast (C2C) route? Take a drive and within 20 minutes you can 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 the Lake District National Park. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

Situated on a small working farm this old railway workers accommodation has been thoughtfully renovated and extended in 2022 to retain much of its character along with the modern extension. With its own sunny, secluded garden, the detached single storey cottage is situated high up in the unspoilt Eden Valley, on the boundary of the new Westmorland Dales, the extension of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Here, you have has easy access to the surrounding countryside, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The bustling market town of Kirkby Stephen is 2½ miles - the Coast to Coast walk passes through here and the town also has a station on the Settle-Carlisle railway. Appleby, with its castle, swimming pool and famous annual horse fair, is 9 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.

Nestled in the quiet village of Little Musgrave in the heart of the Eden Valley and just a short journey from the neighbouring towns of Kirkby Stephen and Appleby, sits Country Lodge. Just a short walk away is the very popular Eden Wedding Barn, meaning you could easily enjoy a relaxing holiday with the convenience of the venue just up the road.
This large detached house comfortably accomodates up to 10 guests across 5 bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. The main part of the property has 3 excellent sized bedrooms with the main kitchen, utility area, large living room, dining area for twelve people and games room with table football and games console. The adjoining annex at the rear of the property houses 2 of the bedrooms and an open plan living/dining/kitchen space, making this property ideal for two families looking for a property with private space.
Wrapped around Country lodge to the rear is a raised patio area accessed directly from the annex. At the front of the property is an outside dining area and the semi-enclosed hot tub area with BBQ to enjoy, even during the Cumbrian winter months. There are many walking and cycling opportunities in the area, plus the famous and scenic Settle to Carlisle railway line that runs through Kirkby Stephen. The Eden Valley is perfectly placed for touring the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Teasdale and Durham, Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish border.

Situated in the heart of Whitehaven, this spacious, well-presented ground floor apartment is perfect for those looking to holiday without having to use the car. The train station is just a 5-minute walk away, meaning you can easily explore this unspoilt west coast of Cumbria. Services run from Carlisle to Grange-over-Sands giving guests an abundance of day trips including Laal Ratty narrow gauge steam train that takes you into the heart of the Eskdale Valley, or perhaps a day at Muncaster Castle. If you are craving some retail therapy, a day in Carlisle will not disappoint.

This lovely apartment is situated on the ground floor providing ideal accommodation for those who may have restricted mobility. The open plan living space enjoys views over the harbour, and there is a double bedroom and bathroom too. There is a car park 150 yards away (at cost). Beach 500 yards. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards.

This fabulous property is perfect for a family reunion, a special occasion, a celebration or just a family friendly holiday, near to Cockermouth and The North Lakes. This large and spacious farmhouse provides a fantastic base to explore Northern Cumbria. You’re just on the fringe of The Lake District National Park and only a few miles from The West Cumbrian Coast so you have the best of both worlds. Fieldside Farmhouse has plenty to discover and you’ll have fun from the moment you arrive. On the ground floor you’ll find a large living room with plenty of easy seating, Smart TV and wood burner, ideal for a movie night by the fire after a day of adventure. There’s a separate dining room with a grand table to seat everybody. You’ll find a spacious kitchen with breakfast table and a separate utility. The property is well equipped and includes everything you could need on your self-catering holiday. The kids and teens will love the games room where they can relax, enjoy the fast Wi-Fi and get away from Mum and Dad! With five spacious bedrooms, it’s ideal if you have different age groups and multi-generations in your booking party. There’s a range of easy seating and dining areas and it’s very well equipped throughout for a memorable and relaxing stay. On the first floor you’ll find three spacious double bedrooms and two twin bedded rooms. All have comfortable beds and quality furnishings with plenty of storage and hanging space throughout. There’s two bathrooms, with a range of baths and showers too. Outside you’ll find a huge garden with lawn, patio and garden furniture. It’s enclosed so your children can play safely and if you want to bring your dogs on holiday, they will be secure too.
Fieldside Farmhouse is the perfect base for some family fun, quality time together and ideally located to explore with beautiful part of The Lake District. Nearby Cockermouth is only 2.5 miles away and offers an abundance of speciality shops, coffee houses, restaurants, and attractions. Visit Wordsworth House for a spot of Culture, or maybe Jennings Brewery beneath the castle walls, offering tasting tours. Kirkgate Arts provides a cinema and theatre performances. If you love The Lakes, you’re in easy reach of Bassenthwaite Lake with stunning scenery and an abundance of wildlife including red squirrels, buzzards and osprey to the East. Or drive South and you’ll reach Loweswater which connects to Crummock Water and Buttermere, arguably one of the most picturesque areas of Cumbria for breath-taking scenery. Whether you’re looking for rugged adventure or just a peaceful walk taking in the flora and fauna, you have a beautiful area to explore. If you’re looking for family fun a great day out can be had at The Lake District Wildlife Park with over 100 species of animals at Bassenthwaite. Or you could try Go Ape, a tree top adventure at Whinlatter Forest, also home to some brilliant cycling trails.

Perfectly positioned in the centre of the Eden Valley, Smardale is the ideal choice for a holiday in the Yorkshire dales national park, visiting the Eden Valley and enjoying the Lake District. Surrounded by all three areas there is no better place to stay! These modern style shepherds’ huts are tucked away in an idyllic setting in Cumbria. Situated on a working family farm there is always plenty to see and do. Mountain biking and cycling are popular in the area with a network of trails including coast to coast. From the Shepods there is easy access to the Smardale Gill National Park with incredible views from the viaduct. Scandel beck is an easy 10-minute stroll and there is a wide network of footpaths leading to other spectacular walks and views. bars and restaurants 2 miles.

Perfect for large family get togethers and special occasions or surprise celebrations. A stunning property with two hot tubs, mature manicured gardens and woodland walks, set on its own private grounds in the heart of the picturesque Cumbrian village of Ravenstonedale. Featuring eleven spacious bedrooms and nine bathrooms, you’ll find the combination of rooms, beds and flexible sleeping arrangements ideal for a get together. The impressive building, sweeping staircase, high ceilings and panelled walls offer a glimpse to the past but with modern day living. The hallway has original Victorian tiled floor and the cloakroom an original Victorian toilet. Offering spacious bedrooms with luxurious beds, high quality furnishings, lovely interior décor and plenty of storage space, all have views to the grounds and gardens.

The ground floor offers two spacious living rooms with wood burners for cosy nights in together. During the day, the large windows flood the area with plenty of daylight and great views to the grounds and gardens. If you’re planning a special meal, there’s a stunning dining room big enough to host an amazing banquet and you can easily get everyone together in the same room. The large kitchen is well equipped and provides a social and communal hub for the house all the cooking facilities you could ever need. There is a utility and pantry as well as a boot room, ideal for walking gear and muddy boots, while the conservatory provides a quiet and relaxing area to unwind with a morning coffee. The games room comes complete with full size billiard table, perfect to while away the hours deep into the evening with a glass of wine.

Elm Lodge is set in 15 acres of beautiful private grounds with a mixture of lawns, courtyards, terraces mature gardens and woodland. There is an amazing outdoor terrace with pizza oven, plenty of garden furniture and two large hot tubs, perfect for a dip and to help ease those muscles after a day of adventure. Situated in Ravenstonedale this idyllic location has a beautiful church and a lovely play area next to a pretty river that runs through the village. A choice of three excellent pubs offering quality bar food, local ales and restaurant dining.

Ravenstonedale gives you the best of so many areas to explore and enjoy, surrounded by what is effectively three National Parks. The North Pennines with rolling hills, woodland, and picturesque surroundings. The Yorkshire Dales National Park, with caves, waterfalls, iconic and historical towns and villages and the Lake District National Park with lakes, mountains and any number of tourist hotspots. If you like walking, hiking, climbing, cycling or you just like to drive around beautiful countryside and enjoy afternoon tea and a bit of shopping, you’re spoilt for choice. But you don’t have to travel far, nearby Kirkby Stephen is steeped in history and offers a good selection of bars, restaurants, independent shops and sights to visit. It also offers several walking routes locally, plenty of wildlife and pleasant scenery. The market town of Kendal, 20 miles, is known as the ‘gateway to the southern Lake District’, and perfect for a day of shopping. From here you can easily access the popular tourist hotspots of Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere as well as take a cruise on the famous Windermere steamers.

Set in the delightful village of Newby, Garden Cottage is a well-presented detached cottage situated in the unspoilt Eden Valley. This area is one of Cumbria’s best-kept secrets, with picture postcard villages and beautiful rolling countryside. It is ideal for walking and cycling and offers fishing on the River Eden. Nearby attractions include Brougham Castle, Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill, Rheged discovery centre and Wetheriggs Pottery. Garden Cottage is easily accessible from the M6 and just a stone’s throw from the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and Scottish Borders. The market town of Appleby is nearby, famous for its horse fair, and the larger town of Penrith is approximately 20 minutes’ drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 1 mile.

Waterfall Retreat is a stunning, ten-bedroom home resting in Tebay near Orton, Cumbria. Near National Park. Waterfall views. Gym. Pet-friendly. Rural. Kirkby Stephen 10.6 miles; Kendal 14.3 miles; Penrith 18.9 miles; Keswick 35.5 miles.