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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.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews
Woodpecker Cottage (Dog Friendly)
Set in the pretty, sandstone village of Great Salkeld, Woodpecker Cottage is the perfect Cumbrian retreat. This single storey dog friendly cottage, comfortably sleeps 2 and has the use of a large garden. You’ll love Great Salkeld with its excellent village pub, ancient church and its many countryside walks. The village is set in the tranquil Eden Valley, close to the river Eden. Just 10 miles from the Lake District National Park, it makes an ideal base from which to explore this stunning region.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 526 reviews
Cosy Town centre Hideaway
Enjoy easy access to all amenities from this centrally located apartment. Situated in a quiet courtyard, beside a handy Italian restaurant (noise isn't an issue due to the position of the building) and only 5 miles from lake Ullswater.A comfortable, spacious living space, with two king size bedrooms and one comfy double. First floor bathroom with over bath shower, The top floor bedroom has en-suite shower room. As the house is reached via stairway it is sadly unsuitable for less able travellers.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
Sunnyside, Lazonby– Sleeps 6, Walk to River & Pub
Sunnyside is a charming detached sandstone home in the Eden Valley. Set in a popular, well-serviced village with a small supermarket and pub it offers off-street parking, a terraced garden with stunning views and spacious accommodation for families or groups. With 3 bedrooms (2 king sized beds and 1 twin room) sleeping up to 6 guests and 2 living rooms, whether you're exploring the Lakes, relaxing by the fire or dining al fresco, Sunnyside is your perfect base for a peaceful countryside escape.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews
Charming 1 bedroom cottage close to Lake District
A unique tranquil getaway, Aster Cottage offers a cosy retreat for up to two people looking for a comfortable base to relax in the pretty village of Kirkoswald. Perfect for walking, cycling or enjoying the picturesque local scenery. Close enough to the Lake District and Pennines for day trips or simply enjoy the attractions right on the doorstep such as Long Meg's Stone Circle, Kirkoswald Castle and Lacy's Caves. After a day exploring, why not book a meal at one of the popular local pubs?
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 281 reviews
Idyllic Cottage, Lake District & Hadrian's Wall
Nestled in the picturesque Eden Valley, just 20 minutes from the Lake District, this one-bedroom cottage offers a peaceful retreat. Set in a beautifully converted barn with oak beams, it's the ideal getaway for small families, couples, friends, and solo travellers. Melmerby village is home to the welcoming Shepherd’s Inn pub and the award-winning Village Bakery. For everyday essentials, the local shop in Langwathby is nearby, and the towns of Penrith and Alston are just a short drive away.
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews
Glassonby Old Hall
Glassonby's made for gatherings with four double bedrooms including one on the ground floor, spacious receptions and sandstone walled gardens. Get the logs glowing in the cast iron fires. Unpack your wicker welcome hamper and throw an impromptu banquet in the dining hall or flip the table for a game of billiards. Find peaceful retreat in the beamed living room with windows overlooking rolling Cumbrian fells and farmland. Glassonby's medieval majesty and contemporary opulence will enchant.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews
Eden Valley hideaway - Hinds Loft
After a day exploring the beautiful countryside on your doorstep, watch the sunset from this lovely little cottage for two, newly converted from the byre and loft of a traditional sandstone barn. Peaceful and self-contained, but just across the courtyard from our Victorian farmhouse, it has everything you need for a comfortable stay with a well-equipped kitchen and wifi. The property is set on a smallholding in a picturesque Cumbrian village at the bottom of Hartside pass.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews
Rural 3-bedroom cottage in quiet village
Our mid-terraced cottage sleeps up to five guests in its three well-presented bedrooms, one of which is en-suite. The heart of the home is its living room, complete with a multi-fuel stove which brings some extra cosiness in the colder months, or somewhere to dry your boots after a day in the fells. We have free parking for two cars on the driveway outside the house, and around the back is a shared garden with outdoor seating, ideal for al fresco dining when the sun is shining!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews
The Barn
Escape to our beautifully restored sandstone barn in the heart of the Eden Valley, Cumbria — an ideal retreat no matter the season. Nestled amidst stunning countryside in close proximity to both the Lake District and Pennines, this charming getaway offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comforts, with original timber beams, a wood-burning stove, and a private outdoor patio and lawn. The Barn can be booked along with The Byre next door for pairs of couples.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews
Ravendale @ Howscales, Kirkoswald, North Cumbria
Ravendale was created from what was the main barn, it is full of character with its distinctive arched facade with characterful oak beams on full display inside. On the ground floor there are two double bedrooms and one twin bedroom, shower room, and bathroom with a separate shower. Upstairs is the well equipped kitchen and comfortable dining area together with a spacious lounge with a log burning stove. Ravendalehas been accredited 4 Star Gold by Visit England.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews
The Hayloft (on the doorstep of The Lake District)
First floor barn conversion located in the peaceful village of Newton Reigny, a 9 minute drive from the Lake District National Park border (lake Ullswater just 15 minutes away). The village has a pub & a small shop. A 5 minute drive from the historic market town of Penrith which has a selection of supermarkets, cafes, restaurants & amenities. Easy access to the A66 for Keswick. Very convenient to get to from the M6 motorway (junction 41).
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviewsPopular amenities for Kirkoswald holiday rentals
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- Lake District National Park
- Yorkshire Dales National Park
- Grasmere
- Buttermere
- Durham Cathedral
- Beamish the Living Museum of the North
- Northumberland National Park
- Hadrian's Wall
- The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
- Weardale
- Cragside
- Newcastle University
- Durham University
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