The ideal family space for two dogs and their four lucky humans, this country cottage in Crosthwaite is bursting with character. Sandwiched between the historic town of Kendall and England’s largest natural lake, your whole tribe can enjoy all that the area has to offer. Trace paths through Fell Foot Park with your dogs in the lead and tuck into a picnic by the lake. Look out for local wildlife in Whitbarrow National Nature Reserve and hike the Cartmel Fell Tarns walk for unbeatable views, before returning to kick back and relax.
Come in through the front door into the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. With exposed wood beams, original features and a creamy colour scheme, it is full of traditional charm and is a relaxing space throughout the day. Home to comfortable seating and a TV with DVD player, the lounge is a welcome place for tired legs and paws to unwind whilst the kitchen is ideal for cooking up tantalising dishes. With mouth-watering aromas wafting through, take a seat around the dining table and share tales as plates clatter and glasses clink. With a final play in the garden for your four-footed friends, take in the last glimpses of daylight over the Lythe Valley beyond before heading upstairs to bed. On the first floor, you will find the two bedrooms and the bathroom with a shower over the bath.
For culture, shopping and food, travel the 6.5 miles to Kendall. Home to the family- and dog-friendly Kendal Castle, you can learn all about the area’s rich history. For serious walkers, the Kentmere Horseshow (or Kentmere Round) starts 9.5 miles away in Kentmere hamlet and leads you across 13 miles of paths past some of the country’s most spectacular scenery.