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.
Grange-over-Sands, EnglandBell Hill Cottage is a very spacious ground floor apartment set in the lovely village of Lindale. A stone’s throw away from the local village pub makes it great for enjoying an evening drink or dinner and leaving your car at home.
Bell Hill Cottage is a period property boasting large rooms, the spacious double bedroom is up just two small steps and there is a separate dining room, kitchen and living room with a comfy sofa bed. The small utility area takes you to the back door opening onto a private courtyard with garden furniture and there are steps up to a small garden to enjoy.
Lindale is better known as the gateway to the south Lake District. With easily accessible routes from the M6 and A590, you are not far from anywhere. Just 2 miles down the road and you can find the popular Edwardian seaside resort town of Grange-over-Sands, with an abundance of shops, pubs and cafes; there is plenty to see and do. If visiting the seaside is of interest to you, why not head a little bit further out to Roanhead Beach near Ulverston or Humphrey Head?
Other close by popular towns include Cartmel, 4 miles, a traditional Cumbrian village famous for its sticky toffee pudding and race course. The towns of Kendal, 12 miles, Windermere, 13 miles, and Coniston, 20 miles, all have plenty to offer. The south Lake District is only a 10-minute drive away, with Newby Bridge nearby which is home to the Lakes Aquarium.
Whilst most people visit the area to walk, there are plenty of other outdoor activities on offer. There is a golf course within 2 miles, a leisure centre with swimming pool at Kendal, 12 miles, and at Grizedale Forest, 13 miles, there is mountain biking, Segways and the Go Ape treetop adventure. Other popular activities include climbing, fell running and watersports. Offering something for everyone, this is a great base from which to explore all that this beautiful part of the country has to offer. Beach 1½ miles. Pub and restaurant ¼ mile. Shop 2 miles.£51From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Grange-Over-Sands, EnglandThis superb old white stone cottage is situated in the pretty village of Cark in Cartmel, Cumbria. Enclosed patio area. En-suite. Cartmel 2 miles; Bowness on Windermere 16 miles.£101From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Grange-Over-Sands, EnglandThis impressive Grade II listed cottage is settled on the outskirts of Grange-over-Sands on the coast of Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Traditional interior. Sea views. Kendal 14.5 miles; Ulverston 16.1 miles; Windermere 16.2 miles.£95From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Grange-Over-Sands, EnglandA superb lodge property resting on the Lakeland Leisure Park, near Flookburgh. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. WiFi. Close to the coast. Grange-over-Sands 4.4 miles; Cartmel 5.6 miles.£178From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Grange-Over-Sands, EnglandAn attractive semi-detached property in the centre of Grange-Over-Sands. Sea views. Pet-friendly. Off-road parking. WiFi. Woodburning stove. Cartmel 2.3 miles; Windermere 15.2 miles; Kendal 13.6 miles.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Grange-Over-Sands, EnglandThis fabulous, detached cottage surrounded by woodland boasts an elevated position above the seaside resort of Grange-Over-Sands. With beautiful gardens, an amazing outside space and a private hot tub, you have everything you need for a memorable and relaxing stay.
This stunning property has so many features, you’ll be bowled over from the moment you arrive. The grand entrance hall with sweeping staircase and a mixture of old and new furniture offers a pleasant welcome to all. Comfortably sleeping up to eight guests in four spacious bedrooms, this property offers great flexibility. All bedrooms are beautifully furnished with stylish interior décor, fabrics and furniture. The views from all rooms upstairs look to the gardens and woodland. There’s also a high spec contemporary bathroom with bath and shower. Downstairs is a social hub and leading off the grand entrance you’ll find a dining room with antique furniture and a spacious living room with easy seating, large windows, and a Smart TV. The kitchen/dining room is very modern and provides everything you need for cooking up a feast. Outside is perfect for relaxing in the garden or dining al-fresco, you can take a soak in the hot tub, it’s like having your own private paradise.
Grange-Over-Sands is within walking distance down Hampsfell Road or a short taxi ride back if you’re full! It has a range of coffee shops, cafés and restaurants and a peaceful vibe as well as a good range of shops for stocking up on the essentials. This coastal resort offers stunning views across Morecambe Bay to Arnside and Silverdale with the tides changing the landscape throughout the day. You are only a short car journey to Cartmel with its delightful priory and home to its famous sticky toffee pudding. The Southern tip of Windermere, where you can join the Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam railway to visit the Lakeland Motor Museum. Or why not take a Windermere Lake Cruise to Bowness or Ambleside. If you love the outdoors, this offers a great base to explore much of The South Lakes including Hawkshead, Windermere, Coniston and Ulverston is just up the coast.£135From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Lowick, England
5.00Woodside Cottage has a fabulous open plan living/dining area with a magnificent wood burner taking centre stage of the room. The outdoor terrace enjoys the sun for most of the day and the side door opens straight into the well-equipped spacious kitchen. Upstairs, offers three wonderfully decorated bedrooms and two family bathrooms over two floors. Backbarrow is set in the South Lakes Peninsula and is a perfect gateway to explore many popular attractions, the closest being the Haverthwaite Steam Railway. Take a leisurely train ride into Bowness-on-Windermere and witness the stunning landscape as you go. Guests at Woodside Cottage can also enjoy free membership to the health spa and fitness club in the village during their stay, a 2 minute walk away.
Just a 5-minute drive down the road and you are in Newby Bridge, popular for its fantastic riverside pubs and home to the Lakes Aquarium and Windermere Lake Cruises. Take a wonderful cruse across the largest lake in the UK over to the popular town of Ambleside. If walking is more of what you are looking for then you are spoilt for choice, with 214 Wainwright fells within easy reach you have plenty of options to choose from. There are also an abundance of cycling routes close by or if you want to go further afield, there are many other popular Lake District towns to explore such as Grasmere and Ulverston. Why not head over to Grange-over-Sands or Cartmel, famous for its sticky toffee pudding, Michelin star restaurant and horse racing. This really is the perfect holiday home to enjoy an active and fun family holiday. Beach 8 miles.£121From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
England 4.50This beautifully presented, semi-detached bungalow right next to the beach has all the ingredients for a memorable stay. With a thriving herring fishing industry, Allonby is full of interesting architecture offering a glimpse into its maritime past. Captains Cottage has its own place in history, a former stables once used to house the village donkeys and commanding a prominent position right on the beachside. Now converted, this stunning holiday home offers all the features you would expect from a modern holiday home.
Great for those wanting easy access all on one level, Captains Cottage comfortably sleeps up to six guests in two spacious double bedrooms and one twin bedded room, making it ideal for couples and families. The tasteful décor will appeal to those who prefer a more modern feel to their holiday home, whilst remaining in keeping with its coastal beginnings. The sea can be viewed from the window in the living room and on sunny days guests can enjoy sitting out in the courtyard garden complete with table and chairs, or continue through the gate and within 50 yards you arrive at the famous Allonby Beach. After a long walk along the shore, you can throw a couple of logs on the wood burner and put your feet up in front of the TV. The property also has a bathroom where you will find a shower and a full size bath, perfect for a relaxing soak after a day of exploring. A modern and well-equipped kitchen finishes off this stunning property.
This stretch of coastline has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the growing popularity of this seaside village is evident. With its long stretch of sandy beach it’s the perfect place to bring your pets along for exercise and it’s also great for the kids. You can enjoy views across the Solway Estuary over to mountains in southern Scotland. For those seeking more rugged outdoor adventure you’re only a 10-mile drive to the Lake District National Park, home to the famous Lakes Distillery offering guided tours and tastings, and 16 miles to your nearest lake, Bassenthwaite. Visit the Lake District Wildlife Park with over 100 species of exotic animals, sure to be a fun-filled day out for all ages. The village shop, tea rooms and fish and chip shop are also within easy reach on foot, as are two village pubs, the first of which is just 350 yards away, across the road. Beach 50 yards. Shop 520 yards, pub and restaurant 350 yards.£63From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
St Bees, EnglandSeacote Gardens is a semi-detached home, set in the quiet and calm town of St Bees. The house has been tastefully furnished throughout and the owners have decorated the property with much care and attention. Sit back in the enclosed garden and watch the outstanding sunsets, or just enjoy exceptional starry nights, which are due to no light pollution. Seacote Gardens is the perfect seaside setting, with views of the Irish Sea and a fantastic children’s play area within 200 yards, as well as a lovely beach café and the RNLI slipway nearby. St Bees Head has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is the prime location of the start of the Wainwright Coast to Coast Walk, and the 9-hole St Bees Golf Club is 500 yards away, so this holiday home is also ideal for golfing getaways. On a clear day you can catch sight of the Isle of Man, and a dog-friendly restaurant is only 100 yards away if you don’t want to cook.
The beauty of this area is that it is so close to the Lakes and the coastal path is on your doorstep, with only a short walk to the RSPB St Bees Head Nature Reserve. Take a trip on the Ravenglass to Eskdale miniature steam railway, known to the locals as the ’la ’al ratty’, or visit beautiful Muncaster Castle, home to the World Owl Centre. Whitehaven is only 5 miles away and is filled with popular restaurants and a world-famous port. You can visit the Beacon Museum there, which is bursting with history, there are Coast to Coast cycle routes, coastal walks and golf breaks all from this fabulous holiday home. Whether you are looking for a relaxing seaside break or an adventurous walking holiday, Seacote Gardens is the perfect base. The beach is only 200 yards away where you’ll find a beach café, perfect al fresco breakfasts. Beach 200 yards. Shop 400 yards, pub and restaurant 100 yards£95From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Barrow-in-Furness, EnglandA quaint, detached cottage set on the coast, near to the market town of Barrow-in-Furness. Perfect for families. Pet-friendly. Barrow-in-Furness 3.4 miles.£105From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
