Why Luxury Pet Friendly Self Catering Accommodation is Best Way to Travel with Your Dog
January 2, 2024 by
Netherby Hall
Discover the freedom of luxury pet friendly self catering accommodation
Your dog is your best friend so it’s only natural that they should be part of the special memories you make on holiday. A luxury pet friendly self catering apartment or cottage will give you the freedom to relax in comfortable surroundings while ensuring that your canine buddy is happy and content.
Why luxury pet friendly self catering accommodation?
Research by the Kennel Club found that one in three dog owners were more likely to go on holiday or take day trips further from home if places were dog friendly. Its Open for Dogs survey found that a quarter of dog owners cancelled plans because they were worried about leaving their dogs at home.
Choosing luxury pet friendly self catering accommodation will ensure that your dog is in a comfortable, safe environment throughout your stay. Do your research ahead of booking to ensure that your chosen apartment or cottage provides everything you need for a dog friendly break.
Dogs are very much part of life at Netherby Hall. Gerald and Margo Smith, who own and operate Netherby Hall, are the proud owners of two adorable black labradors which can often be spotted bounding through the grounds while out on walks.
Access to pet friendly gardens and grounds
When booking luxury pet friendly self catering accommodation, it’s important to have somewhere easily accessible where you can take your dog out for a walk.
At Netherby Hall, guests and their canine companions are free to explore the 36-acres of private gardens and grounds of the Grade II* listed mansion.
Lovingly maintained by a hardworking team of gardeners, the gardens and grounds at Netherby Hall are wonderful at any time of year, from the glorious colours of autumn to the splendour of summer, and offer an opportunity to escape into nature just yards from your apartment or cottage. And with access to the gardens and grounds closed to the general public unless a special event is taking place, guests can be assured that they can make the most the peace and tranquility on their doorstep.
Best dogs walks in the country
Netherby Hall is within easy reach of some of the best dog walking destinations in the country. The majestic fells and lakes of the Lake District make a perfect dog walking day trip from Netherby Hall, with Keswick recently coming top in a poll of dog friendly destinations. The Canine Crunch dog friendly trends report also revealed that walking in towns and villages was the most important holiday activity for dog owners (92%), with walking in rural locations coming a close second (87%).
Other dog walking destinations within easy reach of your luxury pet friendly self catering apartment or cottage at Netherby Hall include Hadrian’s Wall, the beaches and forest trails of Dumfries & Galloway, the largely tourist-free Cumbrian coast, and the vast expanse and dark skies of Kielder Water and Forest Park in Northumberland.
Pet friendly holiday essentials
When you are travelling with your dog, you need to ensure you have all the essentials covered including dog leads, medications and anything which will make your pet settle more easily in a new environment, such as a favourite blanket or toy.
At Netherby Hall, we do everything we can to make sure that both you and your dog experience a home away from home during your stay with us. Each of our nine individually designed luxury pet friendly self catering apartments and cottages offer well-equipped, contemporary accommodation.
Read our blog to find out more about the benefits of dog friendly self catering holiday apartments as well as tips and advice for travelling with pets.
