Souterstead is an 18th-century farmhouse in Torver near Coniston in the Lake District National Park. This detached property sleeps 6 guests and welcomes pets free of charge. A private hot tub sits in the large enclosed lawned garden alongside patio and decking areas. The location offers direct access to endless walking routes perfect for dogs and their owners.

The property sits close to Coniston Water in the southern Lake District. Torver provides a peaceful base with dog-friendly pubs within half a mile. The surrounding fells and forests offer outstanding walking and cycling terrain.

The farmhouse features 3 bedrooms sleeping 6 guests across 3 bathrooms. Bedroom one has a 5ft sleigh kingsize bed with ensuite bath and shower. Bedroom two offers a 5ft sleigh kingsize with walk-in shower ensuite. Bedroom three contains a zip and link super kingsize that converts to twins. Two living rooms include a woodburner and a 50-inch Smart TV with Sonos sound system. The kitchen-dining room has an electric range, wine cooler and boiling water tap.

Coniston village (1.5 miles, 5 minutes) offers shops and cafes. Grizedale Forest (6 miles, 15 minutes) has treetop challenges and cycling trails. Hawkshead (5 miles, 12 minutes) provides galleries and traditional pubs. The Steam Yacht Gondola operates on Coniston Water from March to November.

Souterstead suits families and couples wanting Lake District walks with their dogs. Private parking for 4 cars and underfloor heating throughout make this a comfortable year-round base.