Information and direct contact details for dog friendly businesses, services and places to visit in Windermere, Cumbria, including holiday accommodation, pubs, vets, groomers, dog walkers, kennels, home boarders, trainers, attractions and more.
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Dog-friendly places and services in Windermere
21 listings in Windermere 40 more within 20 miles
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWindermere and Ambleside
Windermere
Cumbria
- National Trust
- Endless lake views and waterside paths

Beautiful Lake District walking country around Lake Windermere, with spectacular views and a variety of historic and cultural places of interest to visit Don't miss Troutbeck Park Farm was once owned by Beatrix Potter Ambleside Roman Fort Lakeshore access at… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWindermere Lake Cruises
Windermere Lake Cruises Ltd.
Winander House
Glebe Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3HE
- Scheduled cruises throughout the year
- Sail from Bowness, Ambleside or Lakeside
- Dogs welcome on all of our cruises
- Walkers' tickets & dog walks available

Enjoy a relaxing cruise around England's largest lake. Windermere Lake Cruises offers scheduled sailings 364 days a year from Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside Piers. Dogs welcome on all of our vessels. Visit our website at www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk to plan your day out… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedRothay Garth
Rothay Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0EE
- Dog friendly B & B
- Nestled in the heart of Ambleside
- Easy access to Lake Windermere
- Locally sourced full English breakfast
- Plenty of action packed activities,
- quaint local shops, galleries & more

A warm welcome awaits at Rothay Garth B&B! Superbly nestled in the heart of Ambleside expect glorious mountain views, easy access to Lake Windermere and Ambleside’s idyllic shops, bars and restaurants just a stones throw away! Rothay Garth typifies a Victorian Lakeland building,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedRothay Manor Hotel
Rothay Bridge
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0EH
- Dog friendly hotel in Ambleside, Cumbria
- Sits in attractive landscaped gardens
- Relaxing & friendly atmosphere
- The hotel was originally built in 1823
- Free WiFi is available throughout hotel
- Find them on facebook & twitter

The Rothay Manor Hotel & Restaurant sits in attractive landscaped gardens just a 15 minutes walk from the head of Windermere and 10 minutes from the centre of Ambleside. Rothay Manor is a place to relax, the atmosphere is friendly and informal whilst offering great service.… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLakes Lodges
The Croft
North Lonsdale Road
Hawkshead
Cumbria
LA22 0QS
- Dog friendly accommodation in Hawkshead
- 5 star accommodation with 1 - 3 bedrooms
- 34 lodges, 25 of which are dog friendly
- Contemporary yet cosy accommodation
- Breathtaking views of the countryside
- Private outdoor hot tubs in all lodges

Lakes Lodges is located just a short stroll from the delightful Lakeland village of Hawkshead, our properties will exceed the expectations of the most discerning guest. All lodges are in rural settings, with marvellous views of the surrounding countryside and fells, or… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLatterbarrow Circular
Hawkshead
Cumbria
- Hike without struggling over stiles
- Rewarding Lakes views
- Misty's Mini Guides Hiking Guidebooks
- Big dog friendly walks in Cumbria

Beginning from the main car park in Hawkshead, head to the main road to the South of the village and turn left walking East carefully along the road. Just after crossing the river turn left along a minor road and follow this past Scar House Lane to a large house on your right,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedQueens Head Hotel
Town Head
Troutbeck
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1PW
- Dog friendly hotel in Windermere
- Cosy haven, with a warm Lakeland welcome

The Queens Head in Troutbeck is a historic, & award-winning, 17th century coaching inn that’s been welcoming locals and visitors for hundreds of years. Nestled on the side of the fells that overlook… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedAmbleside Roman Fort
Waterhead
Cumbria
- Remains of Ambleside Roman Fort
- Dated from the 2nd century

♡ Favourite♥ SavedQueens Head Hotel
Town Head
Troutbeck
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1PW
- More than dog friendly!
- Great Welcome and homely cooked meals

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLakes Hostel Windermere
Lakes Hostel
1 High St
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1AF
- Your Base For The Lakes
- Self Catering Accommodation

Lakes Hostel Windermere is a hostel in Windermere with accommodation for groups, friends and families. Sleeping up to… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLakelovers
Windermere
Cumbria
- Dog friendly holidays in The Lakes
- Over 160 dog friendly properties

Premier Self-Catering Holiday Cottages in the Lake District Established in 1977 and with the largest collection of… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedCraig Manor Hotel
Lake Road
Bowness on Windermere
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2JF
- Dog friendly hotel in Windermere
- Family run country house retreat

Craig Manor Hotel in Bowness on Windermere is a family-run country house retreat with stylish bedrooms, a fitness room,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWindermere dog sitting
20 Holly Terrace
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1EJ
- Dog sitting and home boarding
- Kind, sensitive & reliable

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Angel Inn
Helm Road
Bowness-on-Windermere
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3BU
- A classic, dog friendly inn
- Short walk from the shores of Windermere

The Angel Inn is a dog-friendly inn in Bowness-on-Windermere with sweeping views over Windermere, a spacious pub garden… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBroadoaks Country House
Bridge Lane
Troutbeck
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1LA
- Stunning location for walks
- Country Chic boutique hotel

Relax and unwind, you deserve the better things in life... Luxury Windermere Hotel accommodation in the Lake District… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedOakhill Veterinary Group
Lake Rd
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2EQ
- Windermere veterinary practice
- Pet Health Plan

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Mortal Man Hotel
Guy Lane
Troutbeck
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1PL
- A cosy historical hotel
- Best beer garden in the Lakes!

The Mortal Man is a historic, pet-friendly inn in Troutbeck near Windermere. It offers 11 en-suite guest rooms,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedCragwood Country House Hotel
Cragwood House
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1LQ
- Located on shores of Lake Windermere
- Relaxing and friendly hotel

Cragwood Country House Hotel is a country house hotel in Windermere, set on the shores of Lake Windermere within a… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBriery Wood Country House
Ambleside Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1ES
- Set in seven acres of beautiful gardens
- Perfect place to unwind

Moments from the shores of Lake Windermere and set in seven acres of beautiful secluded gardens and woodland lies… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedMerewood Country House
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1LH
- Panoramic views over Lake Windermere
- Relaxing and friendly atmosphere

Merewood Country House is a historic country house hotel in Windermere, overlooking Lake Windermere. Dating back to… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedHillthwaite House
Thornbarrow Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2DF
- Refurbished boutique guesthouse
- Beautiful rooms with spectacular views

Your home from home experience with an added touch of indulgence. Our recently refurbished boutique property has been… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedQueen's Head Hotel
Townend, Troutbeck
Near Windermere
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1PW
- Dog friendly hotel in Windermere
- Idyllic 17th century coaching inn

At the Queen’s Head in Troutbeck you’ll find food, beers and rooms fit for royalty, without the performance. This… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWindermere Suites
New Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2LA
- Your own entrance and terrace
- Breakfast with your dog in your suite

Your dog deserves a five-star stay too. At our five-star boutique hotel, the Bowness and Ambleside suites offer space… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBowness Guest House
80 Craig Walk
Bowness on Windermere
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2JS
- We have 1 dog room at our guest house
- Separate entrance at the rear onto yard

Bowness Guest House is situated in Bowness-0n-Windermere, our room only guest house is within a 5 minute walk of the… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWindermere Marina Village
The Marina
Bowness On Windermere
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3JQ
- Amazing views across Windermere Marina
- Dog friendly self catering accommodation

Discover our luxury holiday cottages and apartments nestled around a beautiful marina in the heart of the Lake… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLangdale Chase Hotel
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1LW
- Lake shore property
- CLOSED UNTIL AUTUMN 2023 (REFURBISHMENT)

Langdale Chase Hotel is a hotel in Windermere, Cumbria, set on the shores of Windermere. Welcoming visitors since 1891,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedWindermere Park
New Road
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 2LA
- Free Off site Leisure facilities
- doggy breakfast

Windermere Park offers bed and breakfast accommodation close to the centre of Windermere. This 19th-century townhouse… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Waterhead Inn
Lake Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0ER
- Magnificent dog friendly pub with rooms
- An easy stroll from Ambleside centre

The Waterhead Inn is a dog-friendly lakeside inn in Ambleside, set on the shores of Lake Windermere with Waterhead Pier… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Sun Inn
Crook
Kendal
Cumbria
LA8 8LA
- Dogs & muddy boots welcome
- Fantastic pub food using local produce

The village pub, the whitewashed Sun Inn, dates from 1711. The Sun is a traditional Lakeland inn with stone floors and… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedLakes Cottage Holidays
9 Station Street
Keswick
Cumbria
LA23 1DT
- Dog friendly accommodation in Cumbria
- Letting agency Est since 2006

♡ Favourite♥ SavedHawkshead Brewery
Mill Yard
Staveley
Cumbria
LA8 9LR
- Dog friendly Brewery
- drink, Food and tours

♡ Favourite♥ SavedJustLoveDogs
Unit 4
Brantfell Place
Kendal Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3FJ
- Pet Sitting owners home/accommodation
- I care for your pet like they are my own

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Ryebeck Hotel
Valley RoadLyth
Valley Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbrian Mountains
Cumbria
LA23 3JP
- Dog friendly hotel
- Beautiful grounds and views of the lake.

Luxury country hotel one mile from the heart of Bowness, Large grounds and breath taking views. Dog friendly hotel.… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedPaws By The Lake
The Old Toll House
Waterhead
Cumbria
LA22 0EZ
- A unique pet shop & gift shop
- Specialise in equipment for active dogs

♡ Favourite♥ SavedVirginia Cottage
Virginia Cottage Guesthouse
Kendal Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3EJ
- Dogs stay free
- Free dog sausages if breakfast booked

Virginia Cottage is an adults-only, dog-friendly bed and breakfast in central Bowness-on-Windermere. Its characterful… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedJustLoveDogs
Unit 4
Brantfell Place
Kendal Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3FJ
- Dog Walking, fully insured + first aid
- I care for your pet like they are my own

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Lake District Love Shack
Cunsey
Nr Sawrey
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0LT
- Architect-designed luxury
- Lake views, private woodland

Nestled in private woodland overlooking Lake Windermere, The Love Shack is an award-winning architect-designed… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Royal Oak Inn
Brantfell Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3EG
- Traditional ales & pub dishes
- Lounge, bar and games area

The Royal Oak Inn is a dog-friendly pub in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, offering a warm Lakeland atmosphere,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBright Animal Training
Crosthwaite
Cumbria
- Remote sessions accessible worldwide
- Reward-based fun, fear-free dog training

♡ Favourite♥ SavedWateredge Inn
Borrans Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0EP
- Food, drink & spectacular views
- We have rooms to suit every taste

Wateredge Inn in Ambleside offers lakeside accommodation, food and drinks overlooking Windermere. The inn provides a… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedJustLoveDogs
Unit 4
Brantfell Place
Kendal Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3FJ
- Dog Groomer
- City & Guilds L3 Qualified,fully insured

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Arts Bar
Brantfell Rd
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3AE
- Classic and Signature Cocktails
- Dog Friendly

♡ Favourite♥ SavedDog-Gone Fabulous Grooming Parlour
Unit A, Artists Courtyard
Lake Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0DB
- Loving, caring environment
- Your best friend is our best friend

My name is Vicky Dixon and I have been grooming dogs since May 2016 becoming qualified to city and guilds level 3 in… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedDamson Dene Hotel
Crosthwaite
Nr Kendal
Cumbrian Mountains
Cumbria
LA8 8JE
- Dog friendly accommodation in Cumbria
- 40 bedroom hotel

If you are looking for a superb hotel near Bowness-on-Windermere then you have come to the right place. Damson Dene… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Temperance Inn
Lake Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0BH
- Dog friendly traditional lakes inn
- Located in the heart of Ambleside

The Temperance Inn is a historic Ambleside hotel offering cosy accommodation in the heart of town, with a bar/lounge,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedGhyll Head Hive POD Village
Ghyll Head
Bowness On Windermere
Windermere
Cumbrian Mountains
Cumbria
LA23 3LN
- Heated Glamping PODs in Lake District
- Walks from the doorstep

Our Camping Pods have: Small kitchen, heated facilities, Comfy single beds with mattresses, Under bed heating, 2 plug… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Wateredge Inn
Borrans Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0EP
- Dog friendly pub with rooms in Ambleside
- Stunning location overlooking Windermere

The Wateredge Inn in Ambleside is a dog-friendly lakeside inn on Lake Windermere, with a waterfront terrace, all-day… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedCaffe Riva
St Martins Square
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3EF
- Italian Kitchen
- Pizza

♡ Favourite♥ SavedLyndale Guest House
Lyndale Guest House
Lake Road
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0DN
- Dogs stay free
- Free Wi Fi

Lyndale Guest House is a Victorian Lakeland-stone bed and breakfast in Ambleside, offering rooms for couples, families… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Brown Horse Inn
The Brown Horse Inn
Winster
Cumbria
LA23 3NR
- Dog friendly pub in Winster, Cumbria
- Newly refurbished 1850’s coaching inn

The Brown Horse Inn, located in the heart of the Lake District, is a newly refurbished 1850’s coaching inn that… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Punch Bowl Inn
Kendal
Crosthwaite
Cumbria
LA8 8HR
- We love to welcome dogs to our Inn
- We have some lovely local walks to enjoy

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Flying Pig
Rayrigg Rd
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3BZ
- British Pub, Cask Ales
- Dog Friendly

♡ Favourite♥ SavedThe Ambleside Inn
Market Place
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9BU
- Traditional Lakeland inn, welcoming dogs
- Set in the heart of Ambleside

The Ambleside Inn is a traditional Lakeland pub with rooms in the heart of Ambleside, offering 29 comfortable rooms,… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedGoosemire Cottages
The Barn
Lickbarrow Close
Crook
Cumbria
LA23
- Cottages in the Lake District & Cumbria
- Ranging in size from 1 to 7 bedrooms

Goosemire Cottages offers two self-catering properties in the Lake District: Holme Cottage near Staveley and The Old… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedBoaters Bar
Windermere Quays
Glebe Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3HE
- Dog friendly bar
- Live music, cocktails, craft ale, pizza

♡ Favourite♥ SavedStudio K9
Unit 4
Brantfell Place
Kendal Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3FJ
- Dog groomer in Bowness-On-Windermere
- Complimentary puppy visit

♡ Favourite♥ SavedOakhill Vet Centre
1 Church St
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0BU
- Established, experienced vets
- Onsite parking

♡ Favourite♥ SavedBurnside Park
Burnside Lodge
kendal Road
Bowness-On-Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 3EW
- Luxury self catering accommodation
- Magnificent walks right on your doorstep

Burnside Park in Bowness-on-Windermere offers self-catering cottages and apartments near Lake Windermere, with… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedCopper Pot
Copper Pot Church Street
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 OBU
- Homemade cakes and bakes
- Best coffee in town

♡ Favourite♥ SavedHawkshead Hall Campsite
Hawkshead
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0NN
- Dog friendly campsite in Ambleside
- Surrounded by beautiful lakeland hills

Hawkshead Hall Campsite offers tent, caravan and motorhome pitches on a working Lake District farm. Just outside… Read more
♡ Favourite♥ SavedTower Bank Arms
Near Sawrey
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 0LF
- Traditional 17th century lakeland inn
- Friendly professional service































