Sitting at the foot of Skiddaw, this Cumbrian abode welcomes up to four canine companions. Boasting a choice of social spaces – one with a paw-warming wood burner – and half an acre of shared grounds, it has private parking so you can enjoy scenic walks from the doorstep.
Exposed beams, cottage style windows and stone stairs confirm the pedigree of this rural retreat – enter through the utility/porch area and you’ll find the perfect spot to store dog beds and pet paraphernalia. A handy shower room offers further convenience, while at the heart of the home the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner is a place for companionable down-time. A striking flagstone floor complements the contemporary cabinets in the spacious kitchen, while the farmhouse-style dining suite sits centrally. Load the dishwasher then sink into comfortable sofas to watch TV as the dogs warm their paws before the wood burner. Next door, the snug also has a TV. Settle the dogs in their beds before heading up to the first floor to find two king-size and two twin rooms plus a family bathroom. Shared with the neighbouring cottage, the gorgeous garden here includes a large lawn and outdoor dining furniture. Also shared, a barn provides secure storage for bicycles. If you’d like to holiday as a larger party, the neighbouring property sleeps a further 4 guests. Please contact us for details.
Only 6 miles from Keswick, the farmhouse affords easy access to tail-wagging walks –Bassenthwaite Lake sits in the shadow of Skiddaw, while the village 1.5 miles from your doorstep has a traditional greensward and pet-friendly pub. Closer still, the grounds of historic Mirehouse welcome four-pawed friends, and at Dodd Wood (2 miles) they can sniff out a network of waymarked trails. Those keen for a more challenging hike can tackle Blencathra (15 miles). Stock up on self-catering supplies in Keswick and you can stroll from to the Derwentwater shoreline or take a walk back in time at Castlerigg – the most atmospheric of all Britain’s stone circles.