Dog-friendly stays in Dean

Located within the village of Dean on the outskirts of the western Lake District this property occupies a peaceful relatively isolated position. With many walks from your doorstep you can explore the remote yet stunning Ennerdale Valley and the Loweswater fells. A little further afield you can soak up the dramatic scenery of Wastwater with views across to Scafell or heading north you can discover picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake. For families Whinlatter Forest Park has a range of activities on offer as well as walking and cycling trails through the trees. You also have lots of towns to enjoy nearby such as Cockermouth (7 miles) Whitehaven on the coast and popular tourist spot and outdoor capital Keswick and its outdoor specialist shops. As you d expect from an 18th-century Grade II-listed cottage there is an abundance of original features in the charming property. There also plenty of modern touches to ensure you have a comfortable stay. You enter through the kitchen door into the spacious kitchen/diner where the vaulted ceiling adds to the sense of space. The well-equipped kitchen has everything you ll need to cook up some wonderful hearty meals including a dishwasher fan oven microwave fridge and freezer and there is ample seating around the farmhouse table for everyone to relax together. From here head into the cosy traditional lounge which has a feature fireplace as a focal point with a wood burner for colder evenings. Despite its traditional appearance the lounge has all the mod cons you d need such as a TV and iPod/iPhone docking station with a Bluetooth speaker system. There are also some board games to enjoy. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms both of which have high ceilings with exposed beams and are inviting and restful. Completing the accommodation is a modern family bathroom with a shower over the bath where complimentary toiletries are provided. Outside there is a delightful enclosed garden from which to enjoy a morning coffee or the sunset with a glass of wine. There is also a BBQ for al fresco dining and a chiminea for added warmth. There is parking for up to three cars. Need to know: 1 king size 1 double bedroom. 1 family bathroom shower over the bath and complimentary toiletries. Fan assisted oven and ceramic hob, built in microwave, integrated fridge and freezer, dishwasher, washing machine. Wood burner all logs supplied. Digital radio/cd player, Smart TV and DVD player. Enclosed garden with furniture, BBQ and chiminea. Off road parking for up to 3 cars on gravelled area with security light. A large plastic bed, two dog bowls and a welcome pack are provided for the dogs (please bring own bedding). There is a picnic basket and thermos flask available for use at the cottage. Visit Britain has given the property a 4 star Gold award, in additon to a Welcome Pet Friendly Award.. Pub 300 metres. Shop 5.5 miles in Cockermouth.