With man’s best friend lovingly by your side, discover the idyllic scenery of Cumbria’s Lorton Valley and stay in this pet-friendly holiday home. Charmingly decorated with characterful features and farmhouse-inspired elements, this former cowshed offers a restful retreat for those who walk on two feet and four paws, hosting a total of five guests and two furry friends. Take ‘paws’ and enjoy the outdoor pursuits on offer nearby, including endless walkies through the surrounding villages, around the national park’s namesake lakes, and up the mighty fells – always eager to return home each evening and curl up in this cosy cottage space.
On your approach to the property, keep an eye out for the resident horses that live on the farm. Once inside, let Rover and Fido take stock of their space and find the cosiest spot to place their beds and blankets. They’ll love having their entire pack together in the open-plan living space, enjoying the proximity of the kitchen, lounge, and dining area on slow mornings and restful evenings. At night, let your doggos curl up by your feet while you switch on the TV or play a board game or two. Completing the interior, find two bedrooms and a refreshing family bathroom. Just outside, a picturesque terrace invites you to enjoy your morning coffee or evening tipple while your pets stretch their legs.
Be sure to pop your pups on a lead when leaving the property, paying close attention to the grazing farmyard animals in the patchwork fields dotted around. Step onto country lanes and move toward adventure, discovering the spruce-lined pathways of Whinlatter Forest (2.5 miles), the tranquil banks of Crummock Water (4.5 miles), and the challenging incline of Grisedale Pike (8.5 miles), just a tennis ball’s throw away. Also nearby is Cockermouth (4.5 miles), a town on the edge of The Lakes, offering pup-friendly pubs and a variety of other amenities.