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Freya Coombes

You can stay in a stable beside 17 Friesian horses and an adorable Shetland pony

You can spend the night in a stable sleeping beside a stud of beautiful horses in the Lake District.

For £300-per-night Stable Stays lets equine enthusiasts feel what it's like to be a horse.

The unique stay is based in a self-catering stable that is filled with 17 Friesian horses and an adorable Shetland pony.

Friesian horses are a breed from the Netherlands that are characterised by their black, muscular frame and thick mane.

They stand at around 18 inches tall and weigh around 1,400 pounds.

Mr JB the shetland pony is always happy to hang out (mediadrumimages/HostUnusual)

You can snuggle up with Mr JB, the resident miniature Shetland pony who featured in the Netflix show ‘Jack Whitehall- Travels with my Father’ when the comedian stayed there in 2021.

As well as Mr JB, the Friesian clan includes Hannes, Hidde and Anja, four-time UK Breed Champion winner.

“You'll be happy to know that the hay bed is strictly for your horse,” reads the listing.

“You'll find your fairy-lit stable equipped with luxury Egyptian cotton comfy double and single bunk bed, and there's a mini kitchen and dining table where you can cook your own meal or book a take-away from the local two Michelin star restaurant L'Enclume.

“You'll even have your own en-suite wet room, complete with a refreshing shower and a portable eco-loo.

The stables have 17 horses on hand (mediadrumimages/HostUnusual)

“Meanwhile, your equine companion is just next door... in a spacious, water-equipped stable with a see-through room divider, that means you'll be able to keep each-other company for your entire stay.”

This unique accommodation sleeps three guests and comes with a dining table, mini kitchen with a fridge and microwave, an ensuite wet room and luxury grooming kit to interact with the horses.

“You can meet the rest of the farm's equine gang by booking a one-to-one Meet the Horses tour or opt for a carriage ride around the charming village,” the listing continues.

The Cumbrian stable is perfect for horse fans (mediadrumimages/HostUnusual)

“There are plenty of luxuries on hand to help you get to know each-other a little better.

“These include scrumptious dinner and breakfast buckets for you to tempt your horsey companion with, and a top-quality grooming kit to keep them looking their best.”

This accomodation starts at £300 a night and is available to book at www.hostunusual.com

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