1 Field Foot Cottage

1 Field Foot Cottage sits tucked away on a quiet side lane in the heart of Grasmere, and it makes an easy, low-fuss base for anyone bringing a dog to the Lake District. As a whole-house rental with its own front and back space, there are no shared corridors or reception areas to navigate, which suits dogs who prefer to settle straight into their own space after a day on the fells.

The location is the standout for pet owners. The cottage opens almost directly onto a footpath that leads out to the fields, so those first and last walks of the day are genuinely a few steps from the door, and the river is close enough for easy morning strolls. Being set back from the main road, the setting stays calm and quiet, which tends to settle more nervous or excitable dogs.

Inside, guests travelling with dogs consistently describe the cottage as comfortable and well equipped, with the kind of practical layout that works when you have muddy paws to think about. A couple of things are worth knowing before you book: the staircase to the top-floor bedroom is steep and narrow, and the floor coverings on the stairs can be a little slippy, so older or less sure-footed dogs may need a hand. Outdoor sitting space at the front and back is on the small side, so this is a cottage that relies on those nearby footpath and river walks rather than a big enclosed garden.

Parking is limited to a single tight space behind the cottage, with overflow available in the village long-stay car park, so factor that in if you are arriving with a larger car.

Overall it is best suited to owners of one calmer, walk-loving dog who will make the most of the footpath-and-river setting, rather than households needing a secure garden for several dogs to roam.