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.
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandA wonderful stone-built cottage located near the village of Kirkby Stephen in Cumbria. Child and pet-friendly. Open-plan. Off-road parking. Sedbergh 13.3 miles; Reeth 24.9 miles; Penrith 32.4 miles.£94From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & book
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Kirkby Stephen, EnglandStep back in time in this traditional Lakeland cottage with original character beams and an inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. The quality sofas and Smart TV make the cosy living area the perfect spot to snuggle up after a day of adventures. The dining area seats four comfortably and leads directly to the galley kitchen which offers all amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. For added convenience there’s a utility room to the rear housing a freezer, washing machine and sink. This area has plenty of room for drying clothes and for dogs to enjoy their own space! There are two bedrooms on the first floor, a large master to the front of the property having feature beams, an original wooden floor, king size bed and plenty of storage. The second bedroom located to the rear overlooking the pretty cottage garden has a double bed. The first floor has a bathroom and a separate toilet. Located in the bathroom is a P-shaped bath, which has a powerful electric shower over it, as well as a vanity unit with a mirror and basin. After a refreshing soak, meander into the sweet cottage garden around the back of the cottage and along a short path where you will find a gated lawn area (ideal for children and dogs), plenty of seating for the group as well as a BBQ and a summerhouse to enjoy. The garden is not overlooked and benefits from the afternoon and evening sun.
The pretty village of Ravenstonedale has lots of nice walks to enjoy. The village sits within the Yorkshire Dales National Park between the River Lune and Eden. This beautiful area offers views of the Howgills, riverside paths, limestone pavements, and challenging hill climbs. There is a few award-winning firm favourite pubs and restaurants a short distance away all have an excellent reputation. The Scar Art Gallery is worth a visit in the centre of the village. There is also the quirky Riverside Golf Course which has 18 holes but only 9 greens.
In the neighbouring village of Newbiggin-on-Lune, you will find Bessy Becks Trout Fishery. Visitors can also explore the nearby market towns of Kirkby Stephen and Appleby both steeped in history with plenty of cafés and shops to browse. Ravenstonedale gives you the choice of so many areas to explore and enjoy. The North Pennines with rolling hills, woodlands, and picturesque surroundings. The Yorkshire Dales National Park, with caves, waterfalls, iconic and historical towns and villages. In addition, the Lake District National Park with its lakes, mountains and tourist hotspots is also easily accessible by car.£74From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandSituated 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.£60From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandSouthwaite is a rural and idylic detached stone cottage with beams and stunning views to the tops of the fells over the surrounding fields with grazing sheep. It is a beautiful four bedroomed farmhouse sleeping eight in the Westmorland-Yorkshire Dales National Park, with many traditional features including beams in the bedrooms and living areas. The local area is an outstanding area for walking, whether you enjoy a hike on the high open fells or a gentle riverside stroll. If you cycle, you will love the quiet country lanes full of wild flowers and birds. There are attractions for the whole family including canoeing or a steamer trip on Ullswater, 20 miles away. Enjoy a ride on a restored railway high in the North Pennines or catch the Settle to Carlisle railway line, 5 miles, famous for its wonderful scenery and the 24 arched Ribblehead Viaduct. The unspoilt destination will inspire and refresh you and a lively calendar of events throughout the year includes festivals, farmers’ markets, country and craft fairs and traditional agricultural shows. Shop 3¾ miles, pub and restaurant 2¼ miles.£146From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandPerfect 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.£741From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
- Kirkby Stephen, EnglandPerfectly 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.£93From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandChristopher’s Cottage has undergone a full renovation in 2022 bringing it completely up to date with air source underfloor heating, new bathroom and fully equipped kitchen, with a cosy romantic snug on the ground floor. The first floor has a large kingsize bedroom, en-suite toilet and lovely views onto the garden at the front of the property, where you will find outdoor seating and outside cast iron bathtub to unwind after those long walks away under the Cumbria stars.
Historic Appleby enjoys a reputation as one of the prettiest market towns. Sitting alongside the River Eden, it offers something for everyone – history buffs will enjoy the architecture evident in the town’s buildings, and Appleby Castle, open for visits, outside theatre events, comedy nights and outdoor cinema events throughout the year. Shops, cafés and restaurants offer local crafts alongside local cheeses! Look out for High Cross on Boroughgate, which is the site of the original cheese market. For train enthusiasts, or those looking to enjoy a journey through the stunning surrounding areas, Appleby is on the Settle to Carlisle scenic railway line. Steam trains run weekly through the summer months and the Flying Scotsman passes through on the line from time to time – a sight to behold.
Besides the immediate area, the North Pennines and Alston are just minutes from the cottage. The spectacular route up Hartside Pass reaches a summit of almost 2000 feet with wonderful views of the Lake District, Pennine fells and down onto the Eden Valley. The Yorkshire Dales and High Force in Teesdale are also a short drive away. The Northern Lake District including Ullswater and the villages dotting the lake shores, are well worth a visit and just half an hour’s drive away, with popular market towns of Keswick and Penrith offering something for everyone and a fabulous mix of retailers, cafés, traditional inns and international restaurants.£59From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandStallion Barn sits on the outskirts of the village of Crosby Garrett, part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This new fully renovated detached barn conversion is ideal for families or couples who wish to enjoy a holiday in the Eden Valley, with the Lake District National Park within easy reach.
The cottage lies on the edge of the quiet farming village and has rural views from every window. There is a small village shop and post office, but with Kirkby Stephen just 4 miles away, there is a good choice of local shops, pubs and restaurants to visit. The market towns of Penrith and Kendal with their castle ruins, are both 20 miles away, and Carlisle with its castle and Tullie House Museum is 50 miles away. Another castle can be found at Appleby-in-Westmorland. Penrith is also home to the Rheged Centre with something for all the family.
Chocoholics will love the Chocolate Factory in Orton, and other nearby attractions include the Settle to Carlisle railway line linking Carlisle and Leeds. There are walks straight from the door and quiet country lanes making it a fantastic location for cyclists and walkers alike. For nature lovers, Smardale Nature Reserve and Sunbiggin Tarn are a short distance away, whilst the tourist towns of Windermere, Keswick and Pooley Bridge are all within 45 minutes.£98From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandSmardale Cottage is truly part of the landscape in which it sits, and staying here will give you a real sense that you are a part of history!
The cottage has been lovingly renovated into a contemporary holiday home with all the quirks of the original cottage, giving a really comforting, relaxing feel. Open the front door and enter into the boot room and utility, complete with downstairs toilet. The contemporary kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking needs. The living/dining room offers lovely views of the garden and its cosy wood burner takes centre stage. Up the steep stairs on the first floor is a modern family bathroom with shower, bath and toilet. The master bedroom is spacious and features a super kingsize bed whilst the second bedroom is a double. The lovely south facing garden is enclosed and offers the perfect place to enjoy in the warmer months. There is direct access to Smardale nature reserve at the bottom of the Garden, with beautiful flowers, wildlife (red Squirrels - often in the Garden) along with views of Smardale viaduct on the Settle/Carlisle railway.
The hamlet is within easy reach of Kirkby Stephen, a charming market town boasting quaint tea rooms, homely pubs, independent shops and a weekly market every Monday. Penrith and Kendal are both 45 minutes’ drive away and are sure to make for fun filled days out. The Coast-to-Coast footpath is half a mile away, A truly Peaceful spot to enjoy. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.£86From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
Kirkby Stephen, EnglandSituated in the centre of the pretty Yorkshire Dales village of Crosby Garrett and dating back to 1650, Beckside Barn has been transformed into a truly magnificent barn conversion offering only the best of comfort and style throughout. The hand built, solid oak kitchen incorporates a wide range of Miele integrated appliances, featuring a bean to cup coffee machine, three ovens including a separate steam oven, breakfast bar and a Quooker boiling water tap. Enjoy family time together in the double height living room or in the separate large sitting room for those evenings when everybody just can’t agree what to watch on one of the large Smart TVs. The property comfortably sleeps up to six guests across three fabulous bedrooms on the first floor, one of which has its own en-suite, while the other two bedrooms share a bathroom with oversized bath. Surrounded by walks from the front door, here you are also just a short drive from nearby hotspots like The Howgills, Lake District National Park and North Pennines Area of Natural Beauty you are spoilt for choice with what and where to go on your next holiday in Cumbria.£108From price per night based on 7 night stayExplore & bookPrice Match GuaranteeDogs Stay Free
