Treat yourselves to a family stay at this welcoming farm cottage and let your four-legged friend also enjoy the fun. Sleeping four guests, the two-bedroom retreat near Isel, 4.5 miles from Cockermouth, is a great base for exploring the Lake District while also offering lots of on-site activities. For the children, there are farm animals, a games room and a play park while your paw-some pal will adore the paddock where he can race free of his lead.
Let yourselves into your private quarters to discover it has a reverse-level layout. Downstairs, the gorgeous king-size bedroom has a door to your private courtyard, while the bunk bedroom has two singles that are perfect for children. The family bathroom is also at this level. Follow your cheerful chum’s wagging tail up to the first floor and the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Reward him with his dinner, cook something special for everyone else then call your family to the table. Unwind on the soft seating as you take in the views, watch TV or play games with your contented canine dozing at your feet. Climb the stairs to a snug, where you can relax quietly with a book. There is a shared laundry that guests can use. Take your delighted dog o picnic by the pond with you or to play in the paddock. Return to your private courtyard for coffee in the sunshine. There is private parking for two cars with this cottage.
Plan dog-friendly days out that all the family will enjoy. Head 11.5 miles to Keswick to explore the town and walk along the shores of Derwentwater. There is a 10-mile footpath around the lake or you can hop onto a dog-friendly cruise. Whinlatter Forest, 9.5 miles away, with its trails and many play areas, will also be fun for everyone.