Dog Friendly Hotels Lake District
The Lake District is one of the most beautiful destinations in the UK. It's just an added bonus that it's one of the top dog-friendly holiday spots too. From sweeping views of Lake Windermere, rural forests and fells to cosy village boltholes, there are so many options for blissful getaways with your canine companion by your side. Explore our idyllic selection of pet-friendly hotels and B&Bs to find the perfect holiday for you and your four-legged friend.
Penrith, England
4.20Recently 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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Keswick, England 4.33Set on the shores of the beautiful Bassenthwaite Lake, dog-friendly Armathwaite Hall Hotel in the Lake District boasts a truly idyllic location.
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Cockermouth, England 4.45Originally 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.
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Newby Bridge, England 3.00The 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.
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Ambleside, England 5.00Set in 18 acres of beautiful natural grounds and woodland, this charming wooden holiday lodge has its own private outdoor space along with shared use of an indoor heated plunge pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and table tennis table. Extended and refurbished in 2021, there is a double bedroom, a twin bedroom, a new kitchen, and a large veranda with seating and an external heater.
Right on the doorstep of the magnificent Langdales, 2½ miles from Ambleside and 8 miles from Coniston. It is a perfect base for touring and exploring the footpaths in the area with numerous woodland and hill walks straight from the door. Great for wildlife lovers, with deer and other animals freely wandering through this small, select woodland retreat. The Lake District Visitor Centre near Windermere is worth a visit (activities include high ropes, horse riding etc), as is the nearby water sports centre on Windermere. Pub and restaurant ¼ mile.£80From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ambleside, EnglandSemi-Detached, stone built cottage resting on the shores of Lake Windermere within Graythwaite. Woodburning stove. Fantastic views. Ulverston 12 miles.£213From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Penrith, EnglandThe dog-friendly Wythburn Cottage is an award-winning, sandstone haven providing the perfect base to begin a rural retreat in Cumbria.
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Ulverston, EnglandQuaint, traditional cottage on superb Graythwaite Estate. Cosy with open fire. WiFI. Shared indoor heated swimming pool, children's play area, table tennis and fishing lake. Extensive selection of services, offers and discounts. Hawkshead 4 miles.£104From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ambleside, EnglandThe moment you walk into this rustic style timber lodge you’ll feel a sense of warmth and homeliness. The open plan living/dining/kitchen area is comfortable and has all the mod cons you need with cooker, dishwasher, microwave, and large TV, but chances are you won’t be spending time watching TV or Netflix, you’ll more than likely be trying to spot the red squirrels and deer that often roam around the grounds. There are two bedrooms, a master with a double bed and dressing table and the second has twin beds. The lodge is completed by a family bathroom with a shower. In the shed outside there are also a washer and dryer in case of those muddy fun days. The lodge is located in a park where all properties are privately owned and so has a real non-commercial feel. Guests are offered access to a small swimming pool and mixed sauna at certain times of the year, but the location of the park is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts with some superb walks at the edge of the park.
Neaum Crag at Skelwith Bridge is conveniently located between Coniston and Ambleside, two of the most popular locations in the Lakes. Ambleside boasts a wide selection of independent shops, pubs, restaurants and not one, but two cinemas. Waterhead Pier runs ferries which can be taken to Bowness and Lakeside pier near Newby Bridge, Wray Castle, and Brockhole Visitor Centre. Motor and rowing boats are available if you wish to take to the water. National Trust owned Stagshaw Gardens, offers eight acres of fine gardens with a wide variety of plants, trees and shrubs, and for more impressive natural features there is Stock Ghyll Force, a spectacular 70-foot waterfall which may be viewed safely from a railed viewpoint. Coniston is a few minutes’ drive in the other direction and as well as the town with its shops and pubs, there is Coniston water, which is popular for activities such as canoes, paddle boards and open water swimming. Beach 25 miles. Pub ½ mile.£79From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Ulverston, EnglandA large farmhouse resting in Graythwaite, near Hawkshead, in the Lake District National Park. Shared indoor swimming pool. Families. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. Ambleside 11.4 miles; Kendal 16 miles.£289From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
