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.
- Arkleby, EnglandSituated in a peaceful, rural location on the fringe of the Lake District National Park, these delightful holiday properties (refs 27273, UKC64 and UKC2221) have lots of character, comfort, charm and original features. The Coach House (ref UKC64) has been carefully renovated into a lovely cottage with an open plan living space on the first floor, to take advantage of the views across the Solway Firth, famous for its fantastic sunsets. Semi-detached with Grooms Cottage (ref UKC2221), this property has been restored in to a wonderful cottage, adjacent to Holly Lodge (ref 27273), off the large shared parking area.
Holly Lodge (27273) is a detached, spacious, 18th-century country house, and has been thoughtfully furnished to a good standard with a profusion of original features, which have been retained and restored. Whilst all three properties are set in substantial wooded gardens, with formal lawns, an orchard and patio areas, each property has their own private sitting-out area. The whole garden is surrounded by countryside and is very private and secure.
Cockermouth, 8 miles, has coffee shops, restaurants, gastro pubs, shops, cycle hire and art galleries. There are theatres in Keswick, Cockermouth and Whitehaven, all within easy reach and hosting musical and theatrical events all year. The small rural village of Aspatria, 2 miles, also has a small selection of shops. There is a public swimming pool in Cockermouth or you can have your own personal indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and steam room (rented by the hour locally, it is recommended to book early), just 500 yards away from the properties. Fly fishing is available with a trout pond in Gilcrux, 2 miles, and the rivers Ellen in Aspatria, and Derwent in Cockermouth. The beach, lakes and fells are just a 15-minute drive away. Horse riding is also available locally. Shops, pubs and restaurants within 2 miles.£157From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Edderside, EnglandThis impressive Georgian country house, with adjoining owners’ annexe, stands in 3 acres of lawned garden in the farming hamlet of Edderside, a small rural community close to the Cumbrian coastline and a sandy beach in Allonby (2 miles). The extensive holiday accommodation has been restored with great attention to detail and style, retaining character and furnished comfortably. It is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with views across the garden and countryside towards the Skiddaw mountain range in the Lake District, and enjoys stunning sunsets towards the Scottish hills from the front. The route 72 national cycle way runs past the house, and countryside and shoreline walks abound. There is a championship golf course at Silloth with others nearby. The Solway marshes are popular with bird watchers and fishermen, nature lovers, and watersport enthusiasts are all well catered for. Alternatively relax in the walled, fenced and gated grounds with plenty of sitting out areas. Centrally located between the lakeside town of Keswick and the historic city of Carlisle (both 23 miles) this is an excellent location for families and groups of friends wishing to explore the Lake District, Scottish Border and Cumbrian Coast. The interesting and traditional market town of Cockermouth (birthplace of Wordsworth) is 11 miles. Shops and pubs 2 miles.£192From price per night based on 7 night stay
- St Bees, EnglandA well-positioned, two-bedroom bungalow resting in St Bees, Cumbria. Near National Park. Close to amenities and beach. Pet-friendly. Enclosed garden. Ground-floor accommodation. Whitehaven 4.8 miles.£85From price per night based on 7 night stay
- EnglandThis very spacious, detached property is the ultimate getaway, with both a games room and an outdoor play area for children. It also has superb living, kitchen and dining areas for the rest of the family. Meadow View is perfect for families coming together, or for large groups needing somewhere to meet as a base and enjoy fun and time together. With the Roanhead Beach just over 3 miles away, and only a short drive into the South Lakes, this is superbly positioned accommodation for any occasion. Equally, you could just remain on site for a relaxing time away, parked behind the electric gates, and enjoy the on-site gymnasium, hot tub and games areas without the need to drive anywhere else. For those bringing infants and toddlers, the property provides ample equipment such as a baby bath with a seat insert for the main bath too, bottle maker, bottle warmer, steriliser, baby bouncer, electronic swing chair, a few toys, highchair, travel cot and a wooden cot which can be placed in any room. Beach 3½ miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ¾ mile and restaurant 1½ miles.£398From price per night based on 7 night stay
- St Bees, EnglandThis charming detached cottage rests in the coastal village of St Bees, Cumbria. Electric fire. Enclosed garden. Whitehaven 4.5 miles.£77From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Ravenglass, EnglandA former gate-lodge on the outskirts of the village of Eskdale Green. Off-road parking. Woodburning stove. WiFi. Coniston 20.4 miles.£80From price per night based on 7 night stay
- 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.£106From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Milnthorpe, EnglandA charming, whitewashed cottage with panoramic views in the hamlet of Sandside near Milnthorpe. Views of estuary and towards Lake District. Pub on the same street. Open-plan living. Carnforth 8.9 miles; Kendal 9.1 miles; Windermere 16.6 miles.£83From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Holmrook, EnglandA traditional detached cottage nestled within an idyllic corner of the Lake district in Santon Bridge near Eskdale Green, Cumbria. Hot tub. Idyllic surroundings. Woodburning stove. Wasdale 5.6 miles; Seascale 6.1 miles; Coniston 19.2 miles.£165From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Millom, EnglandA semi-detached cottage resting in the Cumbrian village of Haverigg. Close to coast. Close to Lake District National Park. Woodburning stove. Enclosed garden. Millom 1.6 miles; Broughton-in-Furness 8.4 miles.£71From price per night based on 7 night stay