Around Tarn Hows
Two miles on a gravelled all-ability path right round the tarn, fifty minutes at a stroll and the flattest famous view in the Lakes. The National Trust car park is the only sensible start; it is paid, it holds around 130 cars and it is full by half past ten on any fine day, with a mobility vehicle available in summer for those who need it. The surface suits old and short-legged dogs, the tarn has several easy shingle entries for a swim, but Belted Galloways and Herdwicks graze the surrounding enclosures and the path is shared with pushchairs and wheelchairs the whole way, so this is a lead walk from car park to car park.
Beech Tree House
Beech Tree House is a place to stay on Yewdale Road, Coniston. It is listed here so you know it is there, but we have not yet established whether dogs are welcome — so there is no verdict on this page and no stamp. If it is your business, claim the page and tell us, and we will stamp it.
Blea Brows
No reviews yetThis lovely cottage is situated in a serene and tranquil hamlet towards the southern end of Coniston Water. Take the private pathway to the lake where you will find a private beach for residents of the estate or take one of the many walking routes leading into the woodlands and around the lake. Hop in a kayak and paddle to Peel Island or Wild Cat Island made famous by the novel Swallows and Amazons. Keen walkers will enjoy climbing The Old Man of Coniston (6 miles) a fell with remarkable views from the summit across the Lake District. There s plenty to do at Coniston Water including hiring a pedal boat or taking a gondola ride yet you ll be well placed to explore the south of the Lake District too. Enter the slate home into a spacious hallway where guests can hang their coats and boots after a busy day trekking the fells. A handy WC is situated off the hallway and a little further down is the lounge/diner. Fire up the wood burner and take a seat on one of the sofas while watching a film on the TV or your favourite series on Netflix. There is a six-seater dining table for enjoying a home-cooked meal together. Through to the kitchen you will find an electric oven gas hob dishwasher fridge freezer and washing machine/tumble dryer for convenience. A back door leads out onto the garden s patio area. Upstairs are three bedrooms. The master suite has a double bed and en-suite with a walk-in shower and WC. The other two bedrooms are twin rooms with lovely woodland views and share a family bathroom with a WC and a shower over the bath. To the rear of the property is a lovely patio area with a dining table chairs and a BBQ. There is sloping woodland immediately beyond the patio and you may just spot one of the many different birds or other wildlife animals that visit here. The house is set in a private courtyard and parking for two cars is available at the courtyard entrance. A short dog-friendly walk from the estate leads to a private swimming beach shared by residents. Part of the woodland was severely hit by storms in late 2021 causing fallen trees and damaged pathways which will take a while to repair. Guests are still able to access much of the woodland but care must be taken. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 1 double, 2 twins. 2 bathrooms 1 en suite shower room, 1 bathroom with shower over the bath, plus 1 downstairs WC. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer. Wood burner. Smart TV, FreeSat, Netflix. Partially enclosed woodland garden with patio area and seating. Part of the woodland was severely hit by storms in late 2021, causing fallen trees and damaged pathways which will take a while to repair. Guests are still able to access much of the woodland, but care must be taken. . Parking for 2 cars at the courtyard entrance. Please don't leave cars anywhere else to keep access clear for other residents.. Bikes can be locked away out of sight (bring your own locks). Private swimming beach shared with residents. Nearest pub and shop 2.5 miles.