Settle in for a break at this airy apartment at Dubwath, close to the shores of Lake Bassenthwaite and 5.5 miles from Cockermouth, and ensure your four-legged friend has an incredible stay as well. The two-bedroom, ground-floor apartment sleeps up to four guests and is also a paws-down winner for one canine companion. Strike out from your base to explore your surroundings, head to Dodd Wood, 5 miles away, or spend time walking along the shores of Derwentwater, 6.5 miles from your base.
Step into the holiday home, which sits on the ground floor of a Georgian house, and find yourselves in the kitchen. Make a fresh cup of coffee then pause at the breakfast bar while Rover has a good drink and his dinner. Make your way through to the lounge to relax together after your exhilarating trips out. Light the wood burner, gaze out at the views and give soft ears a good stroke as you enjoy the quality time together. Dine at the table in here too and perhaps watch a film on the Smart TV or a DVD later on. When it is time to lay your head on your pillow, wander through to either the king-size bedroom or the single room.
Pull on your walking books and venture 8 miles from the cottage to Whinlatter Forest Park, which will delight your four-legged friend and any children equally. Venture 10 miles to Crummock Water, where you can stretch furry legs on an 8-mile circuit of the lake, with some stunning views.