If you’re looking for that home from home style break with your canine, a self catering cottage in the Lake District could be ideal for you. There are a number of dog friendly cottages scattered across the Lake District, many centrally located to local attractions with spectacular views. After a long day exploring the area, what better way to spend the evening than relaxing in the privacy of your own cottage.
Coley Cottages is a collection of three cottages across the South Lake District, each offering a luxury stay in this beautiful landscape.
Email: info@coleycottages.com
Website: www.coleycottages.com
This charming 2 bedroomed character cottage sits in an enviable, elevated south and west facing position overlooking the Vale of Grasmere and with fine mountain and valley views all around.
Email: info@theyan.co.uk
Website: www.theyan.co.uk
The Woolloft dates back to the 17th century and is a superb 2 bedroomed conversion of a traditional Lakeland bank barn which was originally used to store fleeces.
Email: info@theyan.co.uk
Website: www.theyan.co.uk
This charming character cottage offers a tranquil escape for couples, families and friends to enjoy. It is situated in a friendly rural village in Penrith, perfect for adrenaline-fuelled adventures accompanied with breathtaking views of the Lake Districts glistening waters and extensive mountain ranges.
Email: browtopcottagepenrith@gmail.com
Website: www.browtopcottage.com
Original Cottages Lake District & Cumbria offers a beautiful selection of self-catering cottages across the Lake District, including close to all the best dog-friendly attractions in Windermere, Ambleside, Keswick, Ravenglass, Ulverston and beyond.
Email: stay@goodlifelakedistrictcottages.co.uk
Website: www.originalcottages.co.uk
Park View is an elegant 18th century house resting conveniently between the West Cumbria coast and the Lake District National Park, four miles from the town of Aspatria.
Website: www.sallyscottages.co.uk/park-view
From centrally located modern self-catering accommodation, to traditional Lakes cottages perched up on the mountain side, to typical Lakeland farm cottages, there is one just for you, including 70+ dog friendly cottages.
Email: info@coppermines.co.uk
Website: www.coppermines.co.uk
The Old Byre was converted from a grade II listed barn adjoining our 17th century farmhouse and sleeps up to four people. (from 2019 up to two small/medium sized and well behaved dogs)
Email: cottages@fornside.co.uk
Website: www.fornside.co.uk
Swaledale Garth was converted from a grade II listed barn adjoining the 17th century farmhouse and sleeps up to six people (from 2019 up to two small-medium-sized and well behaved dogs).
Email: cottages@fornside.co.uk
Website: www.fornside.co.uk
Coniston Cottages have a range of dog friendly great-value cottages in and around Coniston, right at the heart of England's beautiful Lake District. Properties range from cosy hideaways for two up to larger cottages sleeping twelve which are ideal for families or friends.
Email: enquiry@conistoncottages.co.uk
Website: www.conistoncottages.co.uk
With over 400 self catering properties throughout the Lake District, we look forward to helping you find your perfect getaway.
Email: info@lakescottageholiday.co.uk
Website: www.lakescottageholiday.co.uk
Book hand-picked Dog Friendly Cottages from Lakelovers. We have a wide range of properties across the Lake District and best of all Pets Go Free.
Email: enquiries@lakelovers.co.uk
Website: www.lakelovers.co.uk
Elm How is a lovely old farmhouse, located about 1.5 miles from Patterdale, near Ullswater. It is a spacious 4 star dog friendly holiday cottage sleeping 8.
Email: info@matsonground.co.uk
Website: www.matsonground.co.uk
The Lodge, Matson Ground is recently refurbished and offers a spacious holiday home for 4, close to Bowness-on-Windermere, with private parking for 2 cars. 1 well behaved dog welcome.
Email: info@matsonground.co.uk
Website: www.matsonground.co.uk
Set in peaceful rural surroundings, Low Cleabarrow Farmhouse is a traditional Lakeland holiday home, sleeping six, and one well behaved dog, near Bowness-on-Windermere.
Email: info@matsonground.co.uk
Website: www.matsonground.co.uk
A large and cosy Cumbrian holiday home. Set in the characteristic village of Great Broughton, near Cockermouth. Unobstructed views of the local countryside, the river Derwent and panoramic views of the northern Lake District fells.
Email: coldgillview@gmail.com
Website: www.coldgillview.co.uk
Sally's Cottages has a large selection of dog-friendly holiday cottages across the Lake District and Cumbria. Browse their website to discover the perfect holiday with your four-legged friends.
Email: enquiries@sallyscottages.co.uk
Website: www.sallyscottages.co.uk
The Mount is a charming B&B / self catering house in Portinscale close to Keswick. It is the perfect place from which to enjoy the outstanding natural scenery of the North Lakes all year round.
Email: info@themountkeswick.co.uk
Website: www.themountkeswick.co.uk
Lake District Lodge Holidays have the largest choice of holiday lodges and log cabins for you to rent in the Windermere area of the Lake District. All lodges are fully equipped for your self catering needs.
Email: info@lakedistrictlodgeholidays.co.uk
Website: www.lakedistrictlodgeholidays.co.uk
Brandelhowe is a two bedroom ground floor apartment, with direct street access. Having just being refurbished to a very high standard, it offers luxurious contemporary accommodation in a classic lakeland building.
Email: admin@keswickholidayhomes.co.uk
Website: www.keswickholidayhomes.co.uk
Riverside View is a stylishly refurbished, light and airy two bedroom ground floor apartment set in peaceful grounds only a short walk from the town centre, with allocated parking.
Email: admin@keswickholidayhomes.co.uk
Website: www.keswickholidayhomes.co.uk
Withesike, is a two bedroom first floor apartment in the newly renovated Derwent House in Portinscale, near Keswick. Completed in November 2021 and fully refurbished to a very high standard, it offers luxurious contemporary accommodation in a classical lakeland building.
Email: admin@keswickholidayhomes.co.uk
Website: www.keswickholidayhomes.co.uk
Flusco Wood is in a stunning location just 5 miles from Ullswater. Combining some of the Lake District’s most breathtaking views with stunning contemporary style, this luxurious escape is perfect for couples, friends and families.
Email: info@fluscowood.co.uk
Website: www.fluscowood.co.uk
Hartsop Fold Holiday Lodges are a peaceful and remotely located in the heart of the Lake District. An ideal place either for relaxing breaks away or as a base for walking, mountain biking and a whole host of other activities available in the Lakes.
Email: info@hartsop-fold.co.uk
Website: www.hartsop-fold.co.uk
Bring your dogs to come and stay in our creative 8 bedroom home for up to 16 people with a 3/4 acre garden for them to explore, and walks and swims from the doorstep within the landscape of the Howgill Fells in Cumbria.
Email: info@stmarksstays.co.uk
Website: www.stmarksstays.co.uk
Waterfoot Park offers a selection of dog-friendly self-catering cottages to choose from for the perfect break. Cottages feature private gardens and wood burning stoves for cosy nights in. There are stunning views over Ullswater and of the surrounding fells, with some of the UK’s best walking routes on the doorstep.
Email: bookings@waterfootpark.co.uk
Website: www.waterfootpark.co.uk
Stay in the beautiful Lune Valley, only a short distance from the Lake District. Treetops Apartment welcomes dogs and is ideal for exploring the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, with its array of independent shops and eateries. This charming retreat sleeps four and features an open-plan living area.
Email: info@woodclosepark.com
Website: www.woodclosepark.com
Hill of Oaks’ collection of dog-friendly properties on the shores of Windermere are perfect for everything from action-packed getaways with the family to romantic escapes with someone special. Guests can enjoy a range of on-site facilities including slipways and piers, a takeaway café, and a shop.
Email: enquiries@hillofoaks.co.uk
Website: www.hillofoaks.co.uk
Choose from a range of dog-friendly self-catering accommodation nestling in a beautiful woodland glade close to Windermere lake. The park is the perfect base to explore the Lake District from, whether you are seeking adventure or want to relax. Enjoy discovering scenic local walking routes and attractions nearby.
Email: newbybridge@lakedistrictestates.co.uk
Website: www.newbybridgecaravanpark.co.uk
Enjoy a dog-friendly holiday alongside the Lancaster Canal near the Lancashire and Cumbria border, with plentiful countryside walks. Tewitfield Marina offers a variety of spacious one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments/townhouses with beautiful Morecambe Bay and the Lake District just a short drive away.
Email: info@tewitfieldmarina.co.uk
Website: www.tewitfieldmarina.co.uk
Six luxurious wood cabins for you to experience, thoughtfully positioned with exceptional space in 7 acres of wooded and landscaped private grounds.
Email: artlegarth@lodgebreaks.co.uk
Website: www.lodgebreaks.co.uk
Brackenrigg Holiday Cottages in the heart of the Lake District National, just 2 miles south of Keswick, set in 5 acres of gardens and woodland. Four lovely 4* holiday cottages, individually styled. All of which are dog friendly.
Email: stay@brackenrigg.com
Website: www.brackenrigg.com
Find dog friendly cottages in the Lake District and all over the UK at Dog Friendly Retreats. This site has the largest collection of dog friendly holiday homes from independent owners and well-established letting agencies.
Website: www.dogfriendlyretreats.com
Parkgate Farm offer 5 luxury static caravans and a cosy holiday cottage nestled in the valley looking up at the Wasdale and Eskdale fells. They welcome dogs with open arms so they can enjoy the space and freedom along with guests. A maximum of two dogs per unit of accommodation is permitted.
Email: stay@parkgatefarmholidays.co.uk
Website: www.parkgatefarmholidays.co.uk
Miller Hill Cottage is a spacious one bedroom Lakeland stone cottage for 2 adults (plus 1 child) and doggies. The cottage is on the west coast of the Lake District National Park, just south of Ravenglass with beautiful mountain and sea views with walks from the door. Check out the cottage on Facebook and Instagram for more information.
Email: millerhillcottage@gmail.com
Website: www.millerhillcottage.co.uk
Fellside Lodge is a beautiful 19th Century lodge house at the entrance to the Fellside Manor Estate on the edge of Bowness-on-Windermere. It's the perfect place for your four legged friends as the lodge are not only dog friendly but dog welcoming.
Email: info@fellsidelodge.com
Website: www.fellsidelodge.com
Nestled in the peaceful north west corner of Lake Derwent Water all our apartments have wonderful views out over the lake and the dramatic surrounding mountains and fells of the Borrowdale Valley. Providing a tranquil retreat after a day exploring the local area.
Email: info@derwentwatermarina.co.uk
Website: www.staybythelake.co.uk
A camping barn, self-catering hayloft, tea garden, woodland/ farm trail and a woodland display form part of the attractions to be found at Low Bridge End Farm. The farm is in an idyllic, peaceful setting overlooking St. John's Beck, with stunning views to Blencathra, Helvellyn and Castle Rock.
Email: info@campingbarn.com
Website: www.campingbarn.com
Cartmel Valley Studios is nestled at the head of the scenic Carmel Valley. There are two unique and fully equipped studios – offering space and comfort to enjoy all that the Lake District has to offer.
Phone: 07974 360615
Website: www.cartmelvalleystudios.co.uk
With more than 4000 pet friendly properties in our portfolio, you can be certain of finding the perfect getaway for your family and four-legged friends. We have a great selection of pet friendly properties available in the Lake District, from romantic cottages to luxury lodges.
Email: info@sykescottages.co.uk
Website: www.sykescottages.co.uk
With more than 600 dog-friendly holiday cottages in great locations across the Lake District, you’ll be spoilt for choice with holidaycottages.co.uk. Our cottages are the perfect place to relax after a day of exploration, either next to a crackling log fire or out in a sunny garden where your dog can play to their heart’s content.
Email: bookings@holidaycottages.co.uk
Website: www.holidaycottages.co.uk
A stunning collection of dog-friendly cottages close to Coniston Water, Esthwaite Water and Lake Windermere, catering to groups of all sizes, with some cottages welcoming as many as 4 dogs.
Email: bookings@lakelandhideaways.co.uk
Website: www.lakelandhideaways.co.uk
We specialise in pet-friendly holidays all over the UK, including the Lake District, with many of our holiday cottages welcoming multiple dogs. From lodges and log cabins to traditional cottages, we have a wide choice of dog-friendly cottages in great locations across the Lake District, from pretty towns such as Coniston to the shores of Lake Windermere.
Email: info@caninecottages.co.uk
Website: www.caninecottages.co.uk
Find your perfect self-catering pet friendly property in and around Lake District. Book direct with owners and pay no booking fees.
Website: www.simplyowners.net
From cosying up fireside in a country cottage, to stargazing from a dreamy hot tub, seek the magic of staycation with Boutique Retreats. Uncover our curated collection of luxury dog friendly retreats across the Lake District. We know how good getaways should be.
Photo credit: Boutique Retreats and Matthew Heritage
Website: www.boutique-retreats.co.uk
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All Dogs are welcome. View our array of fantastic dog-friendly holiday accommodations. From cottages, B&Bs, villas, and glamping sites - all certified pet-friendly.
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