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Hawkhow Cottage, Glenridding
Hawkhow Cottage compromises four bedrooms and sleeps seven comfortably or eight cosily. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms (one King, one double and one twin) and a bathroom. Downstairs there is an additional bedroom (small double), a shower room and a traditional Aga-warmed kitchen. The glass and oak-framed extension provides a large living room with log burning stove and a galleried dining area. The property will be prepared ready for your arrival with freshly laundered bed linen and bath towels supplied for your stay. We have provided a selection of games, puzzles and toys to keep you entertained inside (and the optional use of a TV and Xbox One) as well as books, maps and guides to help you plan your activities outside. There is ample parking on-site. Guests also have shared use of the main house’s extensive gardens and grounds, including the sauna. Please note that the garden is steep with drop-offs in places, it has a number of steps and paths that can be extremely slippery, as well as running water courses, ponds and bridges. As well as having Ullswater on your doorstep for sailing, kayaking and wild swimming, there are a number of fabulous walks and bicycle rides that can be started from the cottage without ever needing to get into your car. Keen walkers can even start the climb to Helvellyn by walking up the garden to join recognised footpaths. Glenridding is a beautiful 15 minute walk along the Lake and provides a number of cafes, pubs and shops as well as access to the famous Ullswater Steamers. A slightly longer walk along the Lake in the opposite direction will take you past Glencoyne Bay, the inspiration for William Wordsworth’s ‘Daffodils’ poem, to the popular Aira Force waterfall and trails maintained by the National Trust.

Hilltop Lodge (retreat & wildlife), Colby, Appleby
Hilltop Lodge is a beautiful detached timber building set in enclosed garden (perfect for dogs). It's open plan, with a wood-burning stove to keep you warm on a winter's evening, with well-equipped kitchen and dining area. It has large windows with lots of natural light. The garden is abundant in wildlife throughout the year, and has a lovely terrace to sit out on with comfortable outdoor seating. It’s a great base for relaxing, enjoying wildlife, adventuring, or being creative. 11am checkout.

Luxury Country Escape in Cumbria
Luxurious and cozy historic 4 bedroom stone property, recently renovated to high spec. Situated within a 30 min drive of the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and North Pennines in a quiet village with pub and playground. Sleeps 8-10 with 3 modern bathrooms, a stunning kitchen, traditional beams, exposed stone, log burner and secluded mature garden. This unique character home blends modern luxury with timeless charm and is ideal for family getaways or groups seeking comfort, nature, and relaxation.

Old Corset Factory - Riverside Cottage
Situated on the banks of the River Eden in Appleby opposite the cricket pitch and church & clock tower. Once a corset factory, our home is steeped in history, parts dating back to the 1600’s. Our second home has been described as ‘quirky’ with beamed ceilings, stone floors, and mezzanine staged extra large wide staircase. We are ideally situated within walking distance of numerous shops, pubs and restaurants in Appleby as well as the local Castle. 20min drive to the Lake District Park.

Owls Nook Barn, Luxury Barn with Hot Tub & Sauna
Get away from it all with a relaxing stay in this charming barn conversion. Built Circa 1800 and newly converted to a high standard, Owls Nook combines period features with luxury amenities. Nestled in the heart of Cumbria just a stones throw from the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales its elevated position offers breath taking views. Kick back and enjoy the wood fired hot tub and sauna or don your walking boots and explore the wealth of nature from Deer to Red Squirrel. A truly rural escape.

Maulds Meaburn, spacious house, beautiful village
We offer attractive self catering accommodation in a quiet picturesque rural Cumbrian village in the Lyvennet Valley at the northern edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. You will enjoy exclusive use of this well equipped house for 5 guests (with additional mezzanine double sofa bed if required). Set in it's own beautiful garden with an open aspect over fields, this area is wonderful for walking and cycling and with easy access to the Lakes District. Dark skies are a notable feature.

Charming and spacious barn conversion in Cumbria
Pikelet sits beneath the pyramid of Dufton Pike in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Pennine Way (near Cross Fell and High Cup Nick) and the Cumbria Cycle Way. The property adjoins our 18th century home, formerly The Black Bull Inn, on the village green just a few doors down from The Stag. It's perfect for exploring the fells of the North Pennines, a country walk or ride, visiting the towns and villages of the Eden Valley or just taking time out surrounded by books and art.

Bowderdale Foot: beautiful farmhouse, sleeps 10
Bowderdale Foot is an enchanting refurbished farmhouse situated in the magnificent peace and beauty of the Howgill Fells, Cumbria. Located in the northern area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, there is access to the surrounding fells and countryside from the doorstep. It is a great location for visiting the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District national parks. An amazing and special place for friends or family to get together for a weekend retreat, short break or longer holiday.

The Barn - a luxury rural barn conversion
The Barn is 18th Century and recently converted with luxury finishes and is perfectly located for exploring the Eden Valley and Lake District in the quiet village of Colby. It has 1 bedroom with a Super king zip and link bed which can also be made up as a twin if requested. Excellent Starlink WIFI for remote working. You are able to use the beautiful, peaceful, grounds to take a walk. It can be let together with our other listing.- The Studio - to provide accommodation for 4

16th Century Cosy Cottage
Dive into the history of this unique and memorable place. A beautifully renovated, original 16th Century barn is the perfect place to relax. You can snuggle up in front of the wood burning stove after a day of exploring the local countryside and towns. The barn is located perfectly for a visit to the Lakes. Ullswater and Pooley Bridge are only a 30 minute drive away. Equally the Yorkshire Dales and the highest pub in the UK; Tan Hill Inn are also accessible from the barn.

Crown Cottage
End terraced, 1 bedroom cottage situated in the centre of Appleby (1 minute walk from the Crown & Cushion and the market square) consisting of a lounge/diner and fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, oven & microwave. Upstairs there is one good size bedroom (with the choice of king or twin beds) with its own walk in wardrobe & flat screen TV, a superb large double shower room with underfloor heating. We accept a max of 1 well-behaved dog when pre-booked.

The Mill, Rutter Falls,
Comfortable converted watermill sleeping one or two couples, overlooking a spectacular waterfall, in the tranquil Eden Valley, between Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. The deep pool below the falls is ideal for cold-water swimming. Perfect for a romantic getaway, or watching abundant birds and wildlife, for honeymoons, anniversaries or engagements! You won't find accommodation closer to rushing water than this! No under 12s. Check in Fridays and Mondays only.
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Destinations to explore
- Lake District National Park
- Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Grasmere
- Buttermere
- Durham Cathedral
- Beamish the Living Museum of the North
- Fountains Abbey
- Northumberland National Park
- Hadrian's Wall
- Forest of Bowland National Landscape
- The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
- Weardale
- Newcastle University
- Muncaster Castle
- Ingleborough
- Durham University
- Kynren
- Malham Cove
- Duddon Valley
- Richmond Castle
- The Bowes Museum
- Lightwater Valley
- Honister Slate Mine
- The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop





