Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 2 - Bouth, Cumbria

Explore the magnificent Lake District National Park from this delightful cottage in Bouth. Sleeping three guests, the two-bedroom, stone hideaway offers comfortable accommodation with a wealth of traditional features. Return from walks along the banks of Windermere (4.5 miles) or Coniston Water (5.5 miles) to bask beside a crackling wood burner or soak up the sunshine in the garden.

Also providing dog-friendly accommodation, this is a delightful retreat for couples and small families. Step inside to find a warm welcome in the lounge, where the wood burner is set into a stone chimney breast. Sink into the soft seating as you watch the Smart TV or discuss your plans for the following day.

Stroll on through to the dining room, taking one step up, whenever mealtimes beckon. Open the door to the garden in here on fine days and choose whether to dine inside or out. The kitchen has been fitted out with everything you need to help you whip up tasty dishes during your stay, using the Cumbrian ingredients you have sourced on your excursions.

As night falls, make your way up to the first floor of the cottage where a king-size bedroom and a single are situated. The family bathroom, with a spa bath for soaking in after your exhilarating hikes, is also at this level. Make fresh coffee in the cafetiere and carry it out into the sunshine on summer mornings.

Light the BBQ out here on balmy evenings and dine under the stars. Lace up your walking boots and stroll straight out to discover the picturesque moors and woodlands of the Rusland Valley. Venture 6 miles into Ulverston to stock up on local produce, potter in the colourful, independent shops and climb up to the Sir John Barrow Monument for panoramic views across Morecambe Bay.