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WhichCottage lists 650 dog-friendly cottages in Cumbria. Of these, 302 charge nothing extra for a dog, 235 have an enclosed garden and 72 have a hot tub. They sleep from 2 to 40 guests. Most are in or near Keswick (86), Cockermouth and the North West Fells (45) and Windermere and Troutbeck Bridge (37).
| Cottage | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Pets | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramblers Rest, Nenthead | 6 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| The Black Bull, Appleby | 9 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| Hillside Farm Cottage, Allithwaite | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Treadle Cottage, Kirkby Lonsdale | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| Rosthwaite Bungalow, Windermere | 6 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden |
| Ludlow Bank, Coulderton | 7 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile |
| Gardeners Cottage, near Sawrey | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 2) | |
| Garth Cottage, near Sawrey | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 2) | |
| Beeswax Cottage, Dalton-in-Furness | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Smardale Cottage, Kirkby stephen | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden |
| West View, Castle Carrock | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Old Reading Room, Cotehill | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| The Burrow, Low Wood | 3 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Seacote Gardens, St Bees | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Garden Cottage, Threlkeld | 6 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Wild Duck, Swarthmoor | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Gelderslack Barn, Nateby | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Jemima's Cottage, Bassenthwaite | 5 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
| Brook House 2, Bassenthwaite | 5 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Dairy, St Bees | 3 | 1 | Yes (up to 2) | coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| The Milking Parlour, St Bees | 2 | 1 | Yes (up to 2) | coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Toms Cottage, Melmerby | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 1) | enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Bransty, Burnside Park | 4 | 2 | Yes (up to 2) | |
| The Beeches, Bassenthwaite | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
Ramblers Rest, Nenthead, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3NA.
The quirky and unique Ramblers Rest is the perfect escape holiday for couples and families looking to escape to Cumbria.
The Black Bull, Appleby, Cumbria, CA16 6XG.
The Black Bull is jam packed with original features making it a unique escape.
Very comfortable
Hillside Farm Cottage, Allithwaite, near Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 7RG.
Hillside Farm Cottage is a former farmhouse that sits on the coast with easy access to the beach and Lake District National Park.
Treadle Cottage, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2BE.
Treadle Cottage is a centrally based cottage just a few minutes’ walk away from quirky cafés, independent shops and pubs, exquisite restaurants and Kirkby Lonsdale’s famous weekly...
Well presented
Rosthwaite Bungalow, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2LA.
This spacious detached property offers flexible sleeping options for 6 guests across four good sized bedrooms, great to leave the car behind and walk into Windermere.
Ludlow Bank, Coulderton, Cumbria, CA22 2UP.
Ludlow Bank is perfectly located for relaxing walks along the beach or just relaxing in the hot tub after a day of exploration.
Well presented
Gardeners Cottage, Near Sawrey, near Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JZ.
A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. Perfect for couples looking for a quiet and relaxing break, with plenty of walks and cycle routes nearby. Ground Floor: All on the...
Garth Cottage, Near Sawrey, near Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0JZ.
A lovely split level apartment situated just a short walk from a great village pub. Well equipped and spacious, this is the ideal retreat for a couple.
Beeswax Cottage, Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8LH.
Dalton-in-Furness is full of ancient history, with Dalton Castle dating back to the 14th century, Victorian architecture and an array of pubs and restaurants.
Good choice!
Smardale Cottage, Kirkby stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4HG.
Smardale Cottage has been lovingly furnished and is surrounded by many walking routes, nature reserves and open country side. It’s peaceful tranquillity will take over!. Ground Floor: Step...
West View, Castle Carrock, near Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 9NB.
Beautifully refurbished with all the comforts of a modern home, and to top all that, the ideal location to explore the area.
Very comfortable
Old Reading Room, Cotehill, near Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 0DG.
Set in the heart of this popular village and perfectly located between the Pennines and the Lake District Fells.
The Burrow, Low Wood, near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8LY.
Perfectly located to enjoy the beautiful countryside of the Lake District National Park with many cycling and walking trails.
Seacote Gardens, St Bees, near Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA27 0AT.
Perfect stunning location for a holiday on the coast, with a National Park to explore on your doorstep.
Well presented
Garden Cottage, Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4SQ.
This large traditional cottage with three bedrooms, garden and parking, is ideal as a base whilst exploring the Lake District.
Wild Duck, Swarthmoor, near Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0SD.
Located on the edge of the popular town of Ulswater, this three floored property makes an ideal base for exploring Cumbria.
Gelderslack Barn, Nateby, near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4JR.
This detached barn conversion is close to Kirkby Stephen, with great transportation for both the Lakes and the Dales.
Good choice!
Jemima's Cottage, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4QP.
Within the village of Bassenthwaite, Jemima’s Cottage is perfect for exploring the quieter, northern part of the Lake District National Park and all its attractions.
Brook House 2, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4QP.
A beautiful, very spacious, 17th-century cottage with chunky oak beams, feature red brick fireplace and wood burner, situated near a stream with ducks in a small village with a pub.
The Dairy, St Bees, near Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA27 0DE.
Excellent single storey cottage sleeps up to three guests in the heart of St Bees. Plenty of pubs nearby and an excellent beach for some fresh sea air.
Very comfortable
The Milking Parlour, St Bees, near Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA27 0DE.
Contemporary ground floor holiday cottage in the heart of St Bees, perfect for a couples to explore the West Cumbrian Coast.
Toms Cottage, Melmerby, near Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1HL.
Toms Cottage is situated on the edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its colourful hay meadows and dramatic waterfalls.
Well presented
Bransty, Burnside Park, Cumbria, CA12 4PF.
Relax on the private decking and enjoy the stunning fell views, this holiday lodge is situated on the popular Burnside Park close to Keswick.
The Beeches, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4RG.
This beautifully presented property in the village of Bassenthwaite provides easy access to the Lakes, Fells, Keswick and Cockermouth, with a spacious garden.
WhichCottage currently lists 650 dog-friendly cottages in Cumbria, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.
The most are in or near Keswick (86), Cockermouth and the North West Fells (45), Windermere and Troutbeck Bridge (37), Carlisle (34) and Ambleside (31).
Yes. 302 say there is no extra charge for pets. The number of dogs allowed is shown on each property page.
87 sleep 8 or more guests, and the largest sleeps 40.
Prices depend on the dates, the length of stay and current offers, so they are shown live on each property page once you pick your dates.