Cumbria is a popular destination for the stay at home holidaymaker. With a wide range of locations and accommodation, making the choice as to where to stay can be the hardest part of planning your holiday. The following are some prime examples of holiday cottages in Cumbria.
Cleabarrow Cottage (Windermere)
A short walk from the towns of Windermere and Bowness, this detached property has superb views across the countryside to the Langdales and has mature gardens in which to sit out and enjoy the view. Beautifully furnished, this is rated as a “deluxe property” and has many personal touches to make this cottage stand out from the rest. The master bedroom even has a balcony on which to enjoy the morning sunshine. Cleabarrow sleeps eight.
Oakshead (near Crook)
This gold awarded magnificent property sits in its own thirty seven acres of farmland. A five bedroom farmhouse, it sleeps ten, has five bedrooms (two en suites) and two sitting rooms. The traditional farmhouse kitchen is a great place to plan the day, if you can bear to leave the splendor of your surroundings.
Cross Cottage (Windermere)
In the heart of Windermere village, this traditional slate cottage has a full range of modern facilities while retaining its original character and charm. Described as a “home of distinction” it attracts repeat visitors every year. The cottage sleeps four.
Fell Cottage (Staverley).
Another traditional Lakeland dwelling. Lovingly restored with stone flag floors, log burning stoves and quality fittings, this two bedroom cottage is an ideal romantic getaway, combining period charm with modern facilities.
Underfield Cottage (nr Coniston)
Protected under Grade ll listed status, this is a period home that cannot fail to impress. Exposed beams and mullioned windows take the visitor back in time, relaxing in this beautifully finished property. Set in forty acres of woodland this four bedroom home is an ideal country retreat.
Ghyllside (Seatoller)
At the foot of Honister Pass this five star property offers beautiful views across the valley. Completely refurbished this is a quality cottage that sleeps six in the heart of one of the most scenic areas of Cumbria.
Tree Tops (Kendal)
Set in the unspoiled Longsleddale Valley this riverside property offers beautiful surroundings, peace and tranquility. The property has trout and salmon fishing rights and an array of wildlife can be seen from the balcony. Sleeping eight people, the property has three bathrooms and a first floor living area.
Gutherscale Lodge (Portinscale)
At the foot of Catbells Fell this four bedroom property offers quality accommodation in a peaceful location. Offering spectacular views across Newlands Valley the cottage is ideally located for walking in the area.
Archway Cottage (Ambleside)
A special retreat for two, this cottage is a stone’s throw from the heart of the conservation area of the village. The picturesque property is full of original character and the master bedroom has been breathtakingly finished with a vaulted ceiling and high beams.
Fellmere (Ambleside)
This two bedroom cottage has views across Lake Windermere and is in walking distance of the main village. Full of character, the property dates back to 1840 and has been converted in an open plan design. Both bedrooms are en suite and look out across the valley to Wansfell Pike.
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