Benstead Holiday Cottage

09/09/2026

On the back of the nominations flowing in, Benstead Holiday Cottage have offered to sponsor the brand new award of community referees of the year.

We are excited to see how this one plays out with some very strong candidates already nominated.

11/08/2026

27/07/2026

Beautiful Puppies Coming Soon / Ready for Reservation 🐶
Our gorgeous girl Mabel is expecting a lovely litter of puppies! ❤️ first and last.
They will be raised in our family home with lots of love, care and attention.
🐾The puppies will grow to around 22-32 inches tall, are non shedding/good for allergy sufferers, love going on walks and cuddles.
The puppies will:
🐾 Be well socialised
🐾 Be used to everyday household noises
🐾 Have a full health check
🐾 Be microchipped
🐾 Have their first vaccination Be wormed and flea treated up to date
🐾 Will leave with a puppy pack.
Mum can be seen with the puppies, and we're looking for loving 5⭐ forever homes ONLY where they are No1 priority 👍
Please message me for more information, to register your interest, or to arrange a visit when the puppies are old enough.
More pictures of parents available on request.
Serious enquiries only please.

27/07/2026

Update on available over next couple of months.
Grab those last minute getaways whilst there is still availability. 😀

Benstead Cottage is a 3 bedroom dog friendly cottage set in a beautiful part of the Lake District.
The cottage offers a place for couples, families, friends and your four legged family members time to rest, relax and make memories that will last forever.
The cottage is surrounded by beautiful scenery. There is many places to go for those who enjoy the outdoors, walking and taking in the countryside.
10 mins walk from the cottage is Gosforth village. Which has 4 pubs (serving meals), a village bakery and an Italian restaurant. Just a short drive away is the lovely seaside town of Seascale.
Seascale has a dog friendly beach, beach shops etc, supermarket, ice cream parlour, fish and chip shop, take away & Play area.

https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Blennerhazel/Benstead-Cottage-1157162.html?rfx=3&pcrid=698234220690&pkw=&pmt=&slid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=6715759432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0Yqjz4PXUWEQQgiY5i8Lb8J7btHUo8FEBNznyZyr2YinIJVe4zxpTfRoYaAqc8EALw_wcB

12/07/2026

💐A little update on bookings. July is pretty much full but there is still some availability in Ausgust and Srptember but not much so book now to avoid disappointment. Looking forward to meeting all out guests over the next few months.
Feel free to share this post thanks 😊

Benstead Cottage is a 3 bedroom dog friendly cottage set in a beautiful part of the Lake District.
The cottage offers a place for couples, families, friends and your four legged family members time to rest, relax and make memories that will last forever.
The cottage is surrounded by beautiful scenery. There is many places to go for those who enjoy the outdoors, walking and taking in the countryside.
10 mins walk from the cottage is Gosforth village. Which has pubs (serving meals), bakery and an Italian restaurant. Just a 10 minute drive away is the lovely seaside town Seascale.
Seascale has a dog friendly beach, beach shops etc, ice cream parlour, supermarkets, chip shop, parking & Play area.

https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Blennerhazel/Benstead-Cottage-1157162.html?rfx=3&pcrid=698234220690&pkw=&pmt=&slid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=6715759432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0Yqjz4PXUWEQQgiY5i8Lb8J7btHUo8FEBNznyZyr2YinIJVe4zxpTfRoYaAqc8EALw_wcB

11/07/2026

Not much availability left for the next 3 months. Book early guys.

Benstead Cottage is a 3 bedroom dog friendly cottage set in a beautiful part of the Lake District.
The cottage offers a place for couples, families, friends and your four legged family members time to rest, relax and make memories that will last forever.
The cottage is surrounded by beautiful scenery. There is many places to go for those who enjoy the outdoors, walking and taking in the countryside.
10 mins walk from the cottage is Gosforth village. Which has pubs (serving meals), bakery and an Italian restaurant. Just a 10 minute drive away is the lovely seaside town Seascale.
Seascale has a dog friendly beach, beach shops etc, ice cream parlour, supermarkets, chip shop, parking & Play area.

https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Blennerhazel/Benstead-Cottage-1157162.html?rfx=3&pcrid=698234220690&pkw=&pmt=&slid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=6715759432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0Yqjz4PXUWEQQgiY5i8Lb8J7btHUo8FEBNznyZyr2YinIJVe4zxpTfRoYaAqc8EALw_wcB

03/07/2026

Fancy a last minute summer getaway.
Availability is below. Click the link to book early.

Benstead Cottage is a 3 bedroom dog friendly cottage set in a beautiful part of the Lake District.
The cottage offers a place for couples, families, friends and your four legged family members time to rest, relax and make memories that will last forever.
The cottage is surrounded by beautiful scenery. There is many places to go for those who enjoy the outdoors, walking and taking in the beautiful countryside.
10 mins walk from the cottage is Gosforth village. Which has pubs (serving meals), a bakery and an Italian restaurant. Less than a 10 minute drive away is the lovely seaside town Seascale.
Seascale has a dog friendly beach, beach shops etc, ice cream parlour, fish and chip shop, Play area, parking & supermarket.

https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-Blennerhazel/Benstead-Cottage-1157162.html?rfx=3&pcrid=698234220690&pkw=&pmt=&slid=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=6715759432&gclid=Cj0KCQjwl5jHBhDHARIsAB0Yqjz4PXUWEQQgiY5i8Lb8J7btHUo8FEBNznyZyr2YinIJVe4zxpTfRoYaAqc8EALw_wcB
Benstead Cottage is a 3 bedroom dog friendly cottage set in a beautiful part of the Lake District.

16/04/2026

Last minute dates available for April and May.
Book early to avoid disappointment.
Weather forecast is looking good for next week.