Use the map provided to discover your dream affordable accommodation in the Lake District. Many of the dog friendly hostels in our network accept (well behaved) dogs free of charge whereas a couple require an extra cleaning fee to tackle those muddy paw prints after your departure! From simple, secluded barns to luxury hostels in prime locations.
Here at Independent Hostels, we know how important it is to keep everybody happy on holiday – including every groups’ most beloved member… the dog! It is no surprise that the Lake District is a hugely popular holiday destination with families, friends, hiking and cycling groups alike. Anyone with a taste for adventure will be satisfied in the Lake District. From England’s largest lake (Lake Windemere) to England’s largest mountain, (Scafell Pike), prepare to be wowed and amazed by the amazing scale of the Lake District’s scenery. Not to mention the huge quantity of dog friendly places to visit in the Lake District’s villages and towns.
Dog Friendly Accommodation in the Lake District
St John’s-in-the-Vale Camping Barn is an 18th century stable on a peaceful hill farm, with stunning views to Blencathra, Helvellyn and Castle Rock. The Barn has a sleeping area upstairs (mattresses provided) and a kitchen and sitting/dining area below. A separate toilet and shower are within the building. A wood-burning stove makes it nice and cosy. Outside there is a BBQ area. As there is no light pollution, the star-filled night skies are magical.
Yealand Old School provides newly refurbished, self-catering accommodation with en suite bedrooms and group dorms. Relax in the grounds of the Quaker Meeting House. A short stroll from Summerhouse Hill and Warton Crag amidst spectacular limestone scenery and nature reserves. LEJOG passes the front door on Route 6. Quiet village location, pub currently closed.
Whiz through the Cumbrian Countryside, dog in tow. Admiring the sights of Morecambe Bay and the nearby Lake District.
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Whether you like long ambling dog walks through the Lake district or just making mittens The Wild Wool Barn won't disappoint. Dogs are welcome in the barn and campsite, we only ask that they tidy up after themselves. There are many brilliant walks for you to explore outside the hostel, with the breath taking backdrop of the lakes making it a perfect holiday for dogs and humans alike.
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Lakes Hostel is your perfect base for the Lake District. Newly refurbished with 5 colourful, cosy and clean bedrooms that can cater for individuals, groups, couples and families. Fully fitted kitchen, open plan lounge social space, free super fast WiFi, large TV and workspace for laptops. Located in Windermere village close to all the cafes, restaurants, bus/train stations, boat trips, pubs & shops.
Kendal Hostels is in the centre of Kendal in the stunning Lake District.
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A Georgian working farm, right on Hadrian’s Wall National Trail & Cycleway near the Solway Coast AONB. Stunning views over the Solway Firth marshes towards Scotland. Bunkbarn or B&B rooms available. The bunkbarn has cooking facilities & hot showers and is heated with a bio mass boiler. Breakfast or bacon sandwiches available with notice. The barn is available to walkers, cyclists and peaceful family groups.
Bowderstone Bunkhouse is situated along the Borrowdale Valley by the famous Bowderstone – a massive boulder that has lain precariously on one side for the last 10,000 years! It has a kitchen, accessible shower room and communal area, plus running water, electricity and drainage, but linen and mattresses not provided. Please note, Bowderstone Bunkhouse is only for use by clubs, educational groups or other organisations such as the Scouts, as it is on National Trust land and has certain restrictions to its use.
At the foot of Souther Fell, within easy reach of Blencathra, Blakebeck Farm is set amidst the wildflower meadows of Mungrisdale. On the C2C cycle route & the Cumbrian Way. Perfect as a weekend break for walkers. The large upstairs room has bunk beds for 8 people (BYO sleeping bags) & a large farmhouse table. The kitchen has all you need to cook a simple meal and cooked breakfasts are available on request. One dog by prior arrangement. Not suitable for parties. No children under 11 years.
The White Horse Inn and Bunkhouse is a quintessential Country Pub in the Lake District with great pub food, open fires, local ales and a warm welcome for dogs and their owners.
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Refurbished to a very high standard, the Parish Room is a great base for outdoors enthusiasts to explore Skiddaw, the Northern Lakes, Keswick and the Cumbrian coast.
There is a modern well-equipped kitchen, large hall, meeting room with sofa and large TV. There is also disabled access throughout. Separate male/female toilets and two shower rooms. Bring your own beds, bedding and towels. Free WiFi. Sorry no stag/hen parties.
Almond Lodge is a newly refurbished luxury group hostel perched 1/3 of the way up Helvellyn in the Lake District. Sleeping up to 28 across 4 rooms with breathtaking veiws from every window, the Lodge is perfect for groups of walkers, climbers, cyclists, runners, swimmers or friends and families in need of some mountain therapy. The village of Glenridding with local shops, nice pubs and restaurants and the southern end of Ullswater is just over 1 mile down the road.
You’ll find Maggs Howe Camping Barn In the quiet, unspoilt valley of Kentmere. It’s a ramblers’ paradise with woods, fields, lanes, a scattering of traditional farms & the fells covered with Wainwright walks.
There is plenty to do including biking, riding & fishing, as well as quiet enjoyment. Maggs Howe provides B&B in 3 farmhouse rooms and a camping barn (BYO sleeping bag). Breakfast (£8) and suppers (from £14) are available with notice. Dogs need prior permission.
Kirkby Stephen is a fantastic place to stay with your family and dogs.
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High Wallabarrow is a traditional hill farm in the Duddon Valley, the Lake District’s quiet corner. The well equipped camping barn, an old farmhouse, sleeps 10 upstairs. Downstairs there’s a large living area with woodburning stove and fully equipped kitchen. Mattresses provided BYO sleeping bags/pillows. Toilet just outside and shower nearby. 15 mins’ walk to pub, 10 mins to climbing crag. Not suitable for rowdy groups.
Perched on Humphrey Head overlooking Morecambe Bay in the Southern Lake District, this 66 bed hostel has it all! Remote & private with the sea below & mountains behind, surrounded by wildlife & nature. Dog friendly and with a whole range of exciting outdoor activities available on & off site if you want them. Perfect for school groups, youths groups, reunions, large family gatherings and stag and hen weekends.
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Slack House Farm is a working, organic dairy farm overlooking Birdoswald Roman Fort on Hadrian’s Wall. We pride ourselves on our bunk barn which is adjacent to the Scypen licensed café and farm shop and welcomes dogs.
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Caldbeck Glamping Barns provide homely barns in an exceptionally dog friendly town situated within the Lake District.
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Reagill Village Hall offers simple budget accommodation to C2C walkers, cyclists, families & outdoor enthusiasts. Situated in a tiny hamlet of just 20 houses, there are no street lights, little traffic and wonderful dark skies for star gazing. There are plenty of lovely walks from the doorstep, while Shap is 3 miles away, Appleby 10 miles and Penrith 12 miles. Facilities include a kitchen with a new cooker, fridge & microwave, 2 new multi stove heaters and a new power shower. Blow up mattresses are provided (1 dbl, 2 twin, 2 kid’s). BYO bedding.
At Greengill Barn we love to make sure everyone's able to have a holiday that suits their needs, including your dogs!
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Noran Bank Farm is near Ullswater just through Patterdale in Cumbria, just 5 minutes’ walk away from the Coast to Coast route and The Westmorland Way.
Shepherd’s Crook Bunkhouse is a barn converted to a very high standard and sleeps 8. Duvets, linen and towels are provided. DIY breakfast and packed lunches can be pre-booked. It is very popular with Coast to Coasters, walkers, cyclists and for family/friends get-togethers.
Florries on the Wall, directly on Hadrian’s Wall National trail at Walton in Cumbria, welcomes dog by arrangement.
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New Ing Lodge are always happy to welcome dogs here, although it should be warned they might get cuddled.
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A brilliant opportunity to experience the Lake District with your faithful dog. With so many opportunities for amazing walks you and your dog are sure to love it.
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A Lakeland stone barn at Stybeck Farm provides simple accommodation with dogs welcome by arrangement.
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Located between the coast of Morecambe Bay and the Lake District National Park, FSC Castle Head is an impressive Georgian house which sits in 20 hectares of private grounds.
A fantastic base for exploring the Lake District, the centre sleeps up to 157 across 33 rooms.
All types of bookings are welcome including singles, couples, families & larger groups.
Perfect dog friendly accommodation in the Lake District which can be your base to explore the beautiful Lakes and hills.
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A bijou 2 person bunkroom in the majestic setting of Rydal Country House B&B in the heart of the Lake District. Beautifully appointed, there’s a small kitchenette with microwave, toaster, fridge & kettle, one set of bunks, a dining table & a small en suite shower room. Linen & towels are provided, but beds are not made up. Guests are invited to use the bar & lounges in the main house & enjoy the extensive riverside grounds. Superb walking & spectacular mountain scenery. Dogs welcome.
A warm welcome to well behaved dogs- we just love to see their waggy-tails! With magnificent landscape including some of the finest mountain scenery in England and immediate access to fells, we wouldn't be surprised to see your tails wagging too! ;)
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