The cottage/ barn conversion was brand new, we were only the second guests and the first to visit with a dog. The property was very tastefully converted and decorated with all the furniture and equipment brand new. There a couple of very minor omissions that were quickly rectified by the owner. From the sitting area inside the property there was a lovely view over Ullswater. There were a couple inaccuracies in the description of the property; there was no tumble drier due to a potential fire hazard. (Not very likely but that’s ‘elf and safety!) the decked area mentioned is apparently forthcoming; this should enhance the property as the only outside area available at present is a picnic bench in the cobblestone courtyard behind the property, which has no view and is not awfully comfortable. The main problem was that apart from the owners garden the courtyard is the only area for dogs, which is neither enclosed nor dog friendly. The instructions, which we received after making the booking, said that the gardens were private. Fortunately for us the owner took a liking to our dog and allowed us to go through the garden to an enclosed paddock. However without this it would have be very difficult as there is nowhere in the immediate vicinity to let a dog off the lead. Whilst we were there the weather was not great so sitting outside was not an option, however if the weather had been better we may have struggled. I would give the actual house 10/10, especially once the decking area is available but would be a little wary if holidaying with a dog, unless they don’t require much outside space and can be kept on the lead, both to stop them from going into the private area and to keep them from wandering. There is busy road nearby, although there is a a cattle grid at the entrance to the property which hopefully should stop any dog from going on the road.