Badger Close, Kendal

Badger Close is a smartly presented cottage just a short stroll from the centre of Kendal, and it suits dog owners who want to be able to walk into town easily with a dog rather than drive everywhere. It is a whole cottage to yourselves, so there are no shared spaces to manage, and it has a small outdoor space at the rear for a dog to potter in.

That rear space is the detail dog owners pick up on: guests travelling with a dog have found it a handy little suntrap that worked well for their pet, and the central location means short walks are simple, with the wider footpaths around Kendal and the southern Lakes within easy reach once you have settled in.

Inside, the cottage is beautifully presented and spotlessly kept, with cosy, comfortable rooms and a well-equipped feel that guests consistently praise. Being a short walk from the town centre, shops, cafes and places to eat are all close by, which keeps day-to-day life simple when you have a dog with you.

A couple of practical points. The outdoor space is compact rather than a large enclosed garden, so a dog that needs room to run off-lead will rely on nearby walks instead. There is also no formal pet policy published through the booking platform, so confirm the details directly when you book, especially if you are bringing more than one dog or a larger breed.

On balance, Badger Close earns a 4.6 out of 5 paw rating and suits a couple or family with a dog who want a smart, central Kendal base with town amenities on the doorstep and don't need a large garden.