Dog-friendly Cumbria

Impressive cottage near hamlet of Troutbeck and Ullswater, a superb pet-friendly farmhouse with en-suites, woodburners and plenty of character. Ideal for northern Lakes. Penrith 6 miles.

Superb, single-storey detached cottage in rural location with a private hot tub. Smart TV and WiFi. Pet-friendly. Pub 10 mins walk away. Newby Bridge 4 miles.

Little Esthwaite Cottage rests on the shores of the majestic Esthwaite Water, in the village of Near Sawrey, which boasts a superb local public house and the National Trust property of Hill Top, the home of Beatrix Potter. The cottage sits in the original grounds of the house where Beatrix Potter spent her childhood summers and where Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny came into being.
The interior is very well laid out with a well-equipped kitchen/dining room. Two steps up to the separate living room with a wood burner for those cosy evenings. From the living room, doors open onto a private enclosed patio providing views across the fields to Esthwaite Water. There is also a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Outside is a landscaped garden with lawns and mature borders, shared with the adjoining property, where you can admire the breathtaking views towards the Langdale Pikes, Old Man of Coniston, Wetherlam and Crinkle Crags. There are walks directly from the property and it is just a short walk across the meadow to the shores of Esthwaite Water, where you can wander along the water’s edge, with trout and pike fishing available. Esthwaite Water is thought to have been Beatrix Potter’s favourite lake and inspired her creation of the character Jeremy Fisher. For bird watchers, an osprey pair have also been spotted fishing regularly at the lake in recent summers.
The cottage is well situated for Tarn Hows and the pretty village of Hawkshead, alternatively you could take the ferry across to Bowness-on-Windermere, where steamers on Lake Windermere run up to Ambleside or down to the steam railway at Lakeside.
Coniston Water, once host to the infamous speed record attempt of Donald Campbell in his craft ‘Bluebird’, is just a short drive. Beach 12 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant within ¼ mile.

A charming detached farmhouse in countryside location in hamlet of Kirksanton. Character features, open fire, pet-friendly. Walks from doorstep. Millom 2 miles.

A stunning beach-style cottage, overlooking Morecambe Bay. Pets welcome. Woodburner. WiFi. Ideal touring location to discover the Lake District. Lake Windermere 14 miles.

A superb, mid-terrace, barn conversion with a hot tub in the quiet village of Newton Reigny, a 10 minute drive from Penrith. Pub 5 mins walk. Pet-friendly. Large garden. Keswick 17 miles.

Occupying an elevated position in a small private cul-de-sac in Applethwaite, 1 mile north of Keswick. Applethwaite is an ideal location for those looking for a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the main towns in the Lakes, but with easy access to Keswick with all its attractions. This three bedroomed bungalow boasts magnificent views towards Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite Fells, which can be enjoyed from the lounge or the garden.

The Larches is a four bedroomed detached cottage at Seldom Seen in Thornthwaite, a truly tranquil location. Surrounded by woodland on the slopes of Whinlatter forest the cottage is a perfect ’away from it all’ retreat with the delight of visiting red squirrels. It has the most fantastic summer house (or belvedere) with a deck at the top of its fellside garden, which has chairs, table and lighting. It has superb views across the Derwent marshes and to the distant fells. You can walk or cycle from the doorstep and sail on the lake at Bassenthwaite. There is an art gallery and coffee shop in the village and pubs, restaurants and a shop in the neighbouring village of Braithwaite and an abundance of amenities in nearby Keswick. The accommodation is upside down with the living space upstairs is 27ft long with paintings by local artists and benefits from the views towards Skiddaw and Clough Head. See the cottage’s website www.lakelandbelvedere.com for more fascinating details and photos.

A traditional 18th-century Cumbrian cottage with beautiful panoramic views, located in the small picturesque village of Helton. A perfect place to get away from it all, with tranquil surroundings in this little known area of the Lake District. Enjoy the views and watch out for the red squirrels and a vast variety of bird life which are attracted to the bird feeder. There are wonderful walks right from the cottage. Close by are Ullswater and Haweswater, and excellent high level walking. Other nearby attractions and activities include the Lowther Castle and Gardens, Askham Hall Gardens and café, Dalemain historic house, Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre, Ullswater steamers, Hallin Fell, Aira Force waterfall, horse riding, mountain biking, climbing, fishing, sailing, windsurfing and canoeing. There are two delightful pubs and a village shop, a mile away, in the neighbouring village of Askham. The attractive market town of Penrith is just 10 minutes drive away. Enjoy the views and watch out for the red squirrels!

A luxurious barn conversion extensively refurbished with a superb kitchen/diner, including granite work tops, oak doors and floors and extra shower room. Butterwick is a particularly tranquil area of The Lakes with footpaths and bridleways leading from the doorstep. Ullswater is five miles and Haweswater three miles with walks directly onto High Street and Harter Fell.