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Birkerthwaite Cottage-W41479
Cottage in Holmrook with kitchen
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
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- Place, Stanley Ghyll Waterfall
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Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Birkerthwaite Cottage-W41479
An open plan cottage with balcony overlooking gardens on a former farmstead. Peaceful rural retreat close to both coast and country.. Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Patio Doors Leading To Garden Area
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Biomass central heating, electricity and bed linen included. Garden with picnic table. Balcony with bench and small table. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is a natural water supply from a spring. There are open tread stairs to the garden.. Wonderful walks from the door. Featuring beams taken from shipwrecks on the Cumbrian Coast, this small group of holiday cottages at Birkerthwaite, a former 17th century Lakeland farmstead, lie at the end of an unmade track and are surrounded by tranquil moorland scenery and farmland. This is fantastic walking countryside and the elevated position gives views of Scafell and the Eskdale Valley, creating a unique atmosphere of tranquillity. Birkerthwaite Cottage (W41479) has an upstairs open plan living area with wooden floors which opens onto a balcony overlooking gardens.
Nearby attractions include Muncaster Castle and Hardknott Roman Fort, whilst the Langdale Pikes and Ambleside on the northern shores of Lake Windermere can be reached via a stunning drive over the Hard Knott and Wrynose Passes. A short drive away is Wast Water; to the west are sandy beaches. Alternatively take the steam train from Ravenglass. Shop 3 miles, pub 2½ miles.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Towels are not included.
Key is located under slate outside door of property and could you place back under slate on day of departure.
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Patio Doors Leading To Garden Area
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Biomass central heating, electricity and bed linen included. Garden with picnic table. Balcony with bench and small table. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is a natural water supply from a spring. There are open tread stairs to the garden.. Wonderful walks from the door. Featuring beams taken from shipwrecks on the Cumbrian Coast, this small group of holiday cottages at Birkerthwaite, a former 17th century Lakeland farmstead, lie at the end of an unmade track and are surrounded by tranquil moorland scenery and farmland. This is fantastic walking countryside and the elevated position gives views of Scafell and the Eskdale Valley, creating a unique atmosphere of tranquillity. Birkerthwaite Cottage (W41479) has an upstairs open plan living area with wooden floors which opens onto a balcony overlooking gardens.
Nearby attractions include Muncaster Castle and Hardknott Roman Fort, whilst the Langdale Pikes and Ambleside on the northern shores of Lake Windermere can be reached via a stunning drive over the Hard Knott and Wrynose Passes. A short drive away is Wast Water; to the west are sandy beaches. Alternatively take the steam train from Ravenglass. Shop 3 miles, pub 2½ miles.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Towels are not included.
Key is located under slate outside door of property and could you place back under slate on day of departure.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Holmrook
Located in Holmrook, this cottage is in a rural area. Eskdale Mill and Muncaster Castle are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Seascale Golf Club and Silecroft Golf Club. Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway and Ravenglass Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.

Eskdale
What's nearby
- Lake Windermere - 38 min drive - 35.4 km
- Coniston Water - 41 min drive - 32.3 km
- World of Beatrix Potter - 47 min drive - 45.3 km
- Ullswater - 56 min drive - 54.4 km
- Derwentwater - 59 min drive - 61.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Blacksmiths Arms - 27 min drive
- King George IV Inn - 12 min drive
- The Sawmill Cafe & Farm Shop - 24 min drive
- Newfield Inn - 23 min drive
- The Boot Inn - 16 min drive
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