Holiday rentals in Kirkoswald

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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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.

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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.

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Stunning barn minutes from the Lake District

Toddles Barn offers a stunning, recently converted rustic retreat just minutes away from the wonders of the Lake District. Located in the small, friendly village of Skelton, the property is surrounded by rolling countryside & the foothills of the northern Lake District fells. Toddles reveals its history without compromising on modern conveniences. This 17th century building has been upgraded to provide the highest levels of comfort while featuring original stone and woodwork.

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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!

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Gill Beck Barn

A lovingly restored Cumbrian sandstone long barn incorporating three ensuite double bedrooms including two bedrooms on the step-free ground floor. On the crest of a country lane, Gill Beck Barn has stunning views over the Pennines and a spacious drystone walled and gated garden opening onto a hilltop woodland copse. Relax in front of the log burning fire after a day out exploring in the Lake District. Gill Beck Barn's tranquil and spacious setting will revive and refresh.

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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.

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.

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The Barn (4 guests / 2 beds) at Linden Farm House

Luxury accommodation in a lake-side setting between the Lake District mountains and the Pennine Fells. Feel free to wander the 10-acres of private grounds, gardens and woodlands. Relax lake-side, enjoy an alfresco meal and watch the sunset. If you feel adventurous take the rowboat or kayaks onto the water. Lakes, fells, mountains and Cumbrian hospitality await. (Note: the barn can also be booked for up to two guests with one-bedroom, see separate listing.)