Watch your pups run across the grass as you absorb the spectacular scenery from the beautiful gardens at this enchanting cottage at St Johns-in-the-Vale, 5.5 miles from Keswick in the Lake District. Sleeping four guests, and also welcoming a pair of pups with open paws, this gorgeous property could be a veritable sanctuary for a dog-loving family who are keen to escape the hustle and bustle of their daily lives and immerse themselves in natural beauty and tranquillity. Step straight out from the 16th-century cottage to explore your enchanting surroundings or head slightly further afield to follow lakeside walks or climb one of the national park’s many peaks.
Open the door to discover a wealth of original character and a warm welcome for hounds and humans alike. Take the pups through to the kitchen and utility room to replenish their water bowls and dish up their dinner then prepare a tasty meal for everyone else. Sit down to eat in the kitchen/diner then light the wood burner and watch your contented canines doze off, while you watch the TV or a DVD, or perhaps listen to music on the CD player. Have a hot bubble bath in the family bathroom at ground-floor level before heading up to either a king-size bedroom or twin on the first floor. Take the pups out to run in the parkland-style gardens as often as they like. You’ll also find parking for three cars at the cottage.
Exercise furry legs with a 2.5-mile walk to the Castlerigg Stone Circle. Head into Keswick to begin a 10-mile circuit of Derwentwater or to take a cruise out on the lake with your faithful friends by your side. There are many dog-friendly pubs and cafes in the town where you can all take refreshments and rest weary paws before heading home.