Warm chilly paws beside a roaring wood burner at this cottage in County Durham. Sleeping four guests, the two-bedroom abode at Medomsley Edge, 2 miles from Consett, also comes with an enclosed, south-facing courtyard garden. Venture out into the magnificent North Pennines National Landscape to discover exhilarating walks that hounds and humans alike will adore.
Follow puppy paws up three steps to let yourselves into this cosy cottage. Dry damp fur in the lobby before emerging in the bright, open-plan lounge/diner. Light the wood burner and watch your chum rest his weary paws on the thick rug. Take a seat on a leather sofa and pick up the remote control to the Smart TV. Head through to the stylish kitchen/diner to feed your four-legged friend, then pause for a snack at the breakfast bar or carry a more formal meal through to the table in the main room. A family shower room is also downstairs. Settle your paw-some pal for the night at ground-floor level, before making your way upstairs to rest your own tired head. Here you have a comfortable double bedroom, with an en-suite shower room, plus a lovely twin. Wake up to wonderful views across the Derwent Valley from either relaxing space. Let your pal potter about the enclosed outside space while you have breakfast in the fresh air on sunny mornings. Rinse his muddy feet under the tap outside after wet walks. Parking for this cottage is on the street, subject to availability.
Follow 15 miles of dog-friendly footpaths together through the splendid grounds at the National Trust’s Gibside Park and Garden, 5.5 miles away. Four-pawed visitors are also welcome at Derwent Waterside Park, also 5.5 miles away. Head out to the picturesque Durham Heritage Coast for the day. Try dog-friendly Seaham Beach, 23.5 miles away.