With your faithful hounds by your side, spend your days roaming the glorious Lake District countryside that surrounds this romantic country cottage. Tucked away in a quiet hamlet between Hawkshead and Ambleside, it offers an idyllic escape for a couple and two canine companions. Even pups with boundless energy will return home tired but happy at the end of each day after adventures along the banks of Windermere or on the national park’s many fells.
Decorated in soft, natural tones, this annexe-style retreat creates a calm and welcoming space for relaxation between exciting excursions. Your dogs can perch by the floor-to-ceiling windows, watching the world go by as natural light floods the open-plan living area. A breakfast bar separates the lounge and kitchen areas, providing a casual spot for romantic meals, with your furry companions never far from your side. On a sunny day, fire up the BBQ for a summer sizzler or wander down the road to the pub to relax in the beer garden with a pint and doggy treats on tap. When night falls, get your pets settled in their favourite blankets before heading upstairs to the king-size bedroom for a good night’s rest.
Spend time exploring Wray (2.5 miles), a striking lakeside castle surrounded by parkland and scenic walking trails. Follow the lakeshore path, where there’s ample opportunity for your dogs to dip their paws in the water. For a waterside adventure of a different kind, head to Ambleside (4 miles) at the northern end of Lake Windermere. From Waterhead Pier, hop aboard one of the lake steamers for a leisurely cruise. Four-legged friends travel for free. If your dogs are the adventurous type, the Carron Crag trail in Grizedale Forest, around 3 miles from the cottage, promises a magical woodland wander.