Aptly named ‘Cockleshell’ sits adjacent to the harbour on the Cumbrian Coastal Way with lovely views of the estuary from the balcony.. Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, French Doors Leading To Balcony
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Slow Cooker, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Second Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Sitting-out area with garden furniture. Balcony. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river 20 yards away.. Cockleshell Cottage is situated in Haverigg, adjacent to the harbour, the sandy beach, and the Cumbrian Coastal Way. A terraced holiday home in a great location being by the sea with its extensive sandy beaches yet a short drive into the Lake District with its many attractions.
Many walks, Hodbarrow RSPB reserve and even cable tow water skiing (in season) are on your doorstep. There is a horse riding centre 3½ miles away with hill and beach riding available for all ages and abilities. Sea fishing from the beach at Silecroft is only 4½ miles to the north. Muncaster Castle with its gardens and Bird of Prey Centre or a trip on Ravenglass Steam train (dogs welcome) into the heart of the Lake District make good days out. There is something for everyone to discover in this little known corner of Cumbria. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 110 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Millom
Millom is home to this cottage. Silecroft Golf Club and Lake Cruises are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Millom Heritage and Arts Centre and Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway. Ravenglass Railway Museum and Dalton Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ecotours and horse riding.
Millom Heritage and Arts Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
The Beggar's Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Millom Palladium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Millom Library - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Millom Community Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Millom Station - 3 min drive
Restaurants
Sunset Café - 9 min drive
The Bay Horse - 35 min drive
The Punch Bowl - 8 min drive
Sea Breeze Fish Bar - 32 min drive
The Ski Bar - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Haverigg, near Millom pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Haverigg, near Millom?
As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Haverigg, near Millom on 18 April 2026 start from NZ$284, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Haverigg, near Millom?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Haverigg, near Millom?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Haverigg, near Millom?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Haverigg, near Millom located?
Situated in Millom, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Millom Pleasure Ground, Council Offices and Millom Palladium. Millom Heritage and Arts Centre and Millom Community Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km). Millom Station is 28 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Well located cottage with good access to local walks.
Well located cottage with good access to local walks. Plenty to see and do with little or no driving
Adam Yates
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie Bates
8 January 2026
Lovely, well equipped and comfortable cottage.
Lovely, well equipped and comfortable cottage. The views from the cottage are amazing. The beach and dunes are great for dog walks.A good base for exploring the area.
Julie Bates
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Irfan
5 October 2025
nice cottage lovely views and walks.
nice cottage lovely views and walks.only 30 mins to lakes.place was clean and plenty of items in kitchen.easy parking outside of place
Irfan
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
MARGARET M BUCKLEY
5 April 2026
The cottage was beautifully warm and comfortable.
The cottage was beautifully warm and comfortable. We had all the equipment we needed. It was a lovely week, even though the weather wasn't always kind. Trips to the Lakes were wonderful with the autumn colours in the trees.
MARGARET M BUCKLEY
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Margaret
19 October 2020
S
Shame both pubs shut and excellent for peaceful getaway just takes a long time to access areas
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Margaret
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 October 2020
E
Everything was just wonderful thank you
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Francesca
3 September 2020
Lovely property with the most well equipped kitchen I’ve ever had in a holiday rental.
Lovely property with the most well equipped kitchen I’ve ever had in a holiday rental. Very clean and well stocked. Lovely welcome pack. Great location for exploring and local walks.
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Francesca
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Carol
19 August 2020
Cockleshell Cottage is a lovely little cottage in a quiet, but lovely little part of the south lakes
Cockleshell Cottage is a lovely little cottage in a quiet, but lovely little part of the south lakes area. The cottage is well equipped, although a couple of things need replacing, (reported this directly to owner). We really enjoyed our stay, walks from the cottage and views looking over the estuary whilst sitting on the balcony. Very peaceful. Relaxing break away. Our main issue was with the price, which went up by 10% overnight! In light of this, although we would love to stay there again, this experience would make us think twice!
Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Carol
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jon
30 December 2019
B
Brilliant
Jon
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jon
30 December 2019
B
Brilliant
Jon
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mick
23 October 2019
Very nice and well maintained cottage with lots of equipment and supplies.
Very nice and well maintained cottage with lots of equipment and supplies. Great view over the small harbour and the beach/sea.
The village was not great, no decent eating places or restaurants, many places not open on Monday or Tuesday. Had to go a nearby Water Ski complex for a drink, the nearest other place (Millom) also not great a bit tired and drab.
Enjoyed the Cottage.
Mick
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol
11 October 2019
This was our second visit Cockleshell Cottage & we had another great week here with our two dogs.
This was our second visit Cockleshell Cottage & we had another great week here with our two dogs. Well equipped and in a stunning location from which to enjoy the Lakes & the peaceful Cumbrian coastline. Will definately be back!
Carol
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Rowena
20 September 2019
We booked Cockleshell Cottage because it had good reviews but we’re a little disappointed.
We booked Cockleshell Cottage because it had good reviews but we’re a little disappointed. It does have wonderful views but could do with a bit of a refurb.
The caretaker was very helpful
Rowena
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas
21 August 2019
A brilliant cottage on the sea front.
A brilliant cottage on the sea front. The cottage is in a quiet little village, but there is a choice of pubs and places to have quick bite to eat. It serves as a fantastic base to explore the surrounding areas with the train station a short walk away, and a walk around the local bird sanctuary is a must, with views over the estuary. The cottage itself has everything you would need and then some.
Nicholas
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lorraine
4 August 2019
Lovely cottage, very clean! all facilities included (although it took me a while to find the washing
Lovely cottage, very clean! all facilities included (although it took me a while to find the washing machine hidden in the bathroom cupboard) there was even towels despite it stating there wouldn't be any.
Lorraine
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandra
29 July 2019
A
A comfortable well located home from home cottage
Sandra
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debra
8 May 2019
A beautiful cottage overlooking the water with easy access to the beach.
A beautiful cottage overlooking the water with easy access to the beach. The cottage was warm and comfy with lots of amenities making it a home from home. The weather was lovely and the quiet location made it the perfect getaway to recharge batteries. It was well placed to travel to the lakes and Grizedale Forest and discover small unspoilt beaches. Would definitely recommend.
Debra
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul
5 May 2019
T
The cottage was very clean We used the upstairs bedroom as the downstairs one was not very inviting
All the appliances worked and we enjoyed using the French Doors and balcony
Paul
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gavin B.
31 March 2018
Perfect location.
Cockleshell cottage was every bit what we expected, fantastic views, lovely walks around the area, the cottage was cosy, and everything was provided. It was ideally situated for touring the Western coastal places and for going into the lake towns. It was a shame that the weather was not too good, as we would have liked to sit outside the cottage to enjoy the scenery, but at this time of year we didn't expect much. I would say though, when we left the area, the temperature was 2 degrees, when we arrived home in the Midlands, it was -1 and snow everywhere, so I suppose we had it good in comparison. The only disapointment about the lake district, is it is a total rip-off. Everywhere that you can find a spot to pull in to look at a lake, there is a pay and display machine. The worst one was a visit to Aira Falls, which we were looking forward to, but it was £5 to park for 2 hours, so we just didn't bother. The other problem was the condition of the roads, there are so many pot holes. I am glad we visited when we did, as I suspect that there will be numerous road closures coming up soon and right in the middle of the main visitor season. I doubt that we will return to the Lakes, but if we do, it will be to Cockleshell cottage.I have to thank the owners and the caretaker for the warm welcome to their property.
Gavin B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
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