Family-friendly vacation rentals in Southerness

We had a lovely stay with our 3 dogs at heron view, we enjoyed the spacious living area and comfortable beds. The utility space was a great nook for the dogs if they were wet from walking. Lovely local pub (the Masonic) with friendly people and bar staff. The hot tub was a massive bonus! Thanks Donald We will be back!

We had a wonderful weekend at The Key to the Esk. The cottage more than lived up to expectations and well worth the money. Our dog loved the large garden and the hot tub was superb! The cottage was so cosy and the bathroom was amazing. There is a gate that leads directly to the river Esk which was a lovely walk. Thanks again for a lovely stay and would 100% return.

thanks so much to Elaine for her hospitality. the Lodge is lovely and cozy with lots of.space...and a tumble dryer for when it rained! the welcoming cakes were a.class touch and the host was able to respond quickly and efficiently to any questions. We thoroughly enjoyed it and will definitely be back next year.

Lovely place to stay, very clean and warm. Nice easy walk into Keswick. Quiet location and great pub and cafe right on the doorstep. Lisa was very helpful.

We spent a wonderful week in Mill Barn. Lots of small touches like flowers on arrival, brownies, milk in the fridge and the fire set up made the place really welcoming and inviting. Nice walk to the local pub but be prepared for the hill back up. Overall would highly recommend.

Lovely peaceful and secluded location. Fun building to live in. Friendly hosts. We loved going out on bike rides and coming back to relax in the hot tub watching the stars.

We absolutely loved our stay! The place was even better than described—so cosy and well-equipped. The jacuzzi was just amazing, with a beautiful view that made it extra special. We had such a wonderful time and would definitely come back. Highly recommend!

Amazing stay and with it only being 15minutes away from where I stay will definitely be back. Being right on the doorstep of the distillery meant only one think a booze afternoon tea with local whisky too! House was beautiful lots of space and very warm. Margaret was there if we needed her but everything went smoothly. Star gazing in the hot tub was a bonus.

I think this is by far the best Airbnb that I have ever stayed at. The place is so lovely and we felt right at home thanks to Hilary and her family!. My dogs enjoyed running in the massive enclosed paddock. The house is spotless and very big compared to the pictures. The bed is so comfy!. The location is fantastic and it’s very close to the Lake District. We’ll definitely return!! Thanks x

Had a wonderful Christmas break at this lovely house in the peaceful village of Hightae. Very much a home from home, well equipped and comfortable. We've had several repeat visits and hope to be back again soon. John the host is always very responsive and helpful.

Perfect stay. Great host! Felt comfortable from the start.

Loved my stay at this beautiful cottage. Such a spacious, homely cottage with an amazing big enclosed garden for the dog. I’ll definitely be back!

An absolute find! The photos don’t do this place justice. We had a really lovely, comfortable stay, it was peaceful yet a 1 minute walk from the square. It’s truely dog friendly (lots of places state dog friendly yet have tons of rules once you book!) and yet you would never know, its spotlessly clean, and very well equipped. Sandra was really responsive and helpful. We will most definitely be back 😀.

Amazing overnight stay. Beautiful surroundings, the food In the pub was incredible. Especially the pies! Will be back again for sure. Hosts and everyone were so friendly, even being our 2 big dogs it was a great stay.

Lovely stay in a beautiful location. Property very well equipped, warm and cosy with very comfortable bed. Host very friendly and helpful

Alison’s place is absolutely fantastic. The house is easy to get to following the sat nav. On arrival we were able to check in early and the house is stunning. The surroundings are beautiful and would highly recommend staying here. It was peaceful and private. Will 100% be booking again in the summer and as perfect place for friends to meet.

Had a family weekend which was great from start to finish. The lodge was lovely, clean and actually better than described. Beautiful surroundings with lovely pub for food. Swimming pool was great too. Overall amazing experience - thank you, Sarah.

What a lovely, lovely place to stay. The lodge manages to be both cosy and spacious at the same time. There are three really nice bedrooms plus three bathrooms and the main living space is big, with plenty of space for lounging, reading, playing games or watching the tv after a day at the beach. The thing I always love when I go to stay anywhere is great bedding and the lodge was not a disappointment! The downstairs double bed had the most incredible duvet, huge and fluffy and warm - lovely for lying in bed in the morning looking at the great view from the french doors with a cup of tea. We used the swimming pool, using the booking system, which was nice. You book a session in the pool, which you have for your own use during your session. Having the pool to ourselves was a bit of a treat! There is a lovely pub on site too, although we sat outside due to the current situation, we went in to order drinks and it was really nice inside. Though no local beer, which would have been nice. The lodge is within walking distance of a really amazing, amazing beach - just beautiful. You can do lots of really great walks from the lodge, along the beach or the coastal walk, as well as through the many lovely forests in the area. We were lucky enough to see red squirrels! Despite some slight issues with communication (down to a problem with technology and not on their part) we had a wonderful time and are very much looking forward to returning. We would really recommend Barend as a wonderful place to visit, the lodge was absolutely gorgeous (did I mention the amazing duvet?!) and just a few minutes walk from the most incredible beach. A perfect trip away. We will absolutely be making a return trip

We had a great stay at Whitbarrow. We have visited the resort before on many occasions. We had some minor issues in the accommodation which were swiftly resolved by Seasons staff. Kal and Anita were great to communicate with leading up to and during the stay also. Very responsive and helpful. Good facilities onsite too and helpful staff. Thank you

Very peaceful spot. Great beach nearby. Local shops are handy for food and essentials.

We had an absolutely superb stay at this cabin! The hosts have thought of everything—every household utensil, cleaning product, and appliance we needed was readily available. It truly felt like a home away from home. We also appreciated the thoughtful extras, like the collection of games, DVDs, and books, which made for cozy evenings indoors. The stuffed toy dogs were a lovely touch for the children, and they adored them! The cabin was spotless, and we were impressed with how well-organized everything was, including the garbage disposal system. The private pool was a fantastic addition, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there. Overall, this was one of the best stays we’ve had, and we wouldn’t hesitate to return. Highly recommend!