Dog Friendly Holidays 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 dog-friendly cottages to find the perfect holiday for you and your four-legged friend.

  • Orrest Howe, CumbriaInstant Book Overlay Image
    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.
    £301
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  • Blencowe Hall, Rowley Estates

    Blending contemporary and traditional accommodation, the dog-friendly Blencowe Hall is a Grade One restoration providing a five star experience in the English Lake District.

    £1980
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  • Melmerby Hall, Rowley Estates

    With its range of bespoke bedrooms, bustling gardens, and luxurious facilities, the palatial, dog-friendly Melmerby Hall in Cumbria is truly fit for a king.

    £1420
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  • Hause Hall Farm, Rowley Estates

    This Grade II listed, dog-friendly farmhouse offers stunning views of the idyllic Lakeland hills to complement its gorgeous interiors - perfect for dog owners seeking a relaxing rural retreat.

    £798
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  • Todd Hills Hall Farm, Rowley Estates

    The gorgeous Todd Hills Hall Farm in Cumbria is a dog-friendly destination with style and charm to spare. 

    £830
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  • Wetherlam, CumbriaInstant Book Overlay Image
    Lowick Bridge, England
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    In the glorious landscape of the Lake District National Park, and ideally located for enjoying water sports or fell walking and climbing, these two spacious and comfortable properties have been created from the conversion of an 18th century barn. Allt Maen, its name derived from the Celtic ‘Old Man of Coniston’, a mountain visible from the properties, is on the first floor and Wetherlam occupies the ground floor. Coniston Water is just 2 miles, Windermere 8 miles, Blawith Fells are a short drive and Grizedale Forest tracks invite mountain bikers, whilst nearby stately homes and gardens offer more sedate pleasures. Shops are 3 miles away and a friendly pub (dogs welcome) is a short stroll.
    £54
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  • Low Shepherd Yeat Farm, CumbriaInstant Book Overlay Image
    In an idyllic setting and surrounded by rolling hills and the glorious unspoilt countryside of The Gilpin Valley, Low Shepherd Yeat offers a selection of delightful refurbished properties on this former farm and can be enjoyed together or individually.
    Converted in Spring 2018 to offer ground floor accommodation for four guests in this picturesque spot, Shepherd Yeat Bungalow (separate to the main house) has been carefully designed to make the most of countryside views from the comfort of this well-presented and stylish property. The generous open plan living space creates a delightful area for guests to enjoy relaxing time together. Well presented, its comfortable bedrooms are enhanced by full-height ceilings and countryside views from the master bedroom.
    Low Shepherd Yeat Farm is a superb, detached former farmhouse with a large, picture window and pretty countryside views. Extensively refurbished and redecorated, it is perfect for families or groups of friends looking for space, comfort and well equipped accommodation. The well-presented living space includes a delightful dining conservatory overlooking the garden and fields beyond. The double bedrooms are comfortable and enjoy private bathroom facilities. Its own games room offers in house recreation for all whilst its private hot tub is perfectly placed to enjoy the surrounding views.
    Sitting in 25 acres of picturesque countryside, Low Shepherd Yeat enjoys its own stretch of the River Gilpin with a stone bridge over the river. There are beautiful walks and cycle paths from the door, whilst the Lake District Fells such as The Langdale Pikes and the Old Man of Coniston are a short drive. Only 4½ miles from Lake Windermere and Bowness with boutiques, galleries, tea rooms, pubs, water sports and ferries to Hawkshead, Coniston and the Grizedale Forest. Cruisers at Bowness offer trips round the lake taking in the wonderful scenery, calling at Ambleside to the north or Lakeside to the south to visit the fascinating Aquarium of the Lakes. Historic houses with lovely grounds such as Holker Hall and Sizergh Castle are nearby; don’t miss Muncaster Castle or the South Lakes Wild Animal Park at Dalton.
    Beatrix Potter, Wordsworth and other famous authors found the Lake District truly inspirational and there are many locations where their history and works are interestingly displayed. Nearby, the historic market town of Kendal has an art gallery, castle, theatre, larger shops and pretty walks along the River Kent. Whichever direction you walk or drive in this most beautiful area will bring you to breathtaking views of the lakes and mountains. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
    £315
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  • The Waterfall Retreat, CumbriaInstant Book Overlay Image
    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.
    £814
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  • Oakland Hall, CumbriaInstant Book Overlay Image
    One of the first gentlemen’s residences to be built in Windermere, Oakland Hall is now a stunning and unique home offering an eclectic fusion of traditional Lakeland and boutique cottage, topped off by panoramic views over Windermere to the Langdale Pikes beyond. The house revolves around two large rooms: The Grand Hall, now an elegant dining room, two storeys high, lit by huge stone mullioned stained glass windows and dominated by an ‘arts and crafts’ fireplace with a large wood burner at its heart. And the living room, with window seats to gaze through majestic stone-mullioned windows across the garden to Stickle and Harrison Pike beyond. The kitchen is a gastronome’s delight, flint grey, glossy units wrapped in cool, matt granite, the central island the ideal spot to ’chillax’ and all take part in some culinary magic.
    Four beautiful bedrooms, all en-suite and individually themed, have been furnished with solid ash, quality fabrics and luxurious beds to ensure a good night’s rest. The garden and patio areas have also been thoughtfully restored with plenty of outdoor furniture, barbecue and steamer chairs for stretching out and taking in more of that stunning view. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
    £251
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  • Number One The Terrace, CumbriaInstant Book Overlay Image
    Designed by Augustus (AWN) Pugin for the original directors of The Kendal Windermere railway, Number One, the flagship house on The Terrace is now available as a holiday let sleeping 14 people. The house has been renovated in a boutique hotel style, whilst retaining the features which gave it its grade II listing. On the ground floor there is a beautiful hand made kitchen with 4 oven Aga, it’s a fabulous space to cook up a gastronomic delight. Next door is a large utility room for those muddy boots and dogs and a very posh downstairs toilet. The large lounge has sumptuous leather Chesterfield sofas to seat up to 20 people in front of the fire. Perhaps Number One’s most special feature is a bar/dining room/party room. We’ve designed the space around get togethers, it has the capacity for the occupants of both number One and Two The terrace to dine together or if you’ve taken even more of our 5 houses on The Terrace you can push the tables back and use the room as your very own bar. In the cellar there’s an 18 seat cinema with 75 inch Smart TV. Login to your Netflix or Amazon Prime account and go to the movies in the comfort of your own holiday home. On the first floor there are 4 double bedrooms each with their own unique style. Bedroom one is a king size with en suite bathroom. Bedroom 2 has a super king size sleigh bed. Bedroom 3 is a standard double with antique style metal bedstead. Bedroom 4 is decorated and furnished in French style. There is also a large family bathroom with walk in wet room and huge free standing bath. The second floor is home to a room we affectionately call "The Dormitory", it has 4 single beds, the perfect place for the kids to disappear into. Next door is a double room with sloping feature eaves. There is an elegant bathroom with shower over bath and a second shower room. Outside is a large patio area with outdoor furniture, perfect for a barbecue, as well as a private hot tub. You can watch a short film about Number One here www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRNipLshK2E. You can view videos of this property and others on the street here www.youtube.com/user/TheTerraceWindermere.
    This property can be booked together with any of the neighbouring properties or RENT THE WHOLE STREET Boston House (CC127199) and Bannerrigg (CC127195)  Alice Howe (CC127187) and White Moss (CC127244) to accommodate up to 66 people in 30 bedrooms!
    £393
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