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7 Nights  

  • £530  to  £800

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Short Breaks From

  • £138 p/night
    Off peak
    (3 night min)
  • £195 p/night
    Peak season
    (3 night min)

Key Information

  • Sleeps

    4

  • Bedrooms

    2 Rooms

  • Min Nights

    3 (all year)

  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    1 Dog

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Access

    Stairs

  • Star Rating

    4 Star
    Gold

About Dairymaid's Cottage

This farmhouse full of character dates back to the 18th Century and has been converted into three Four Star Gold Award holiday cottages that still retain many lovely original features including exposed stone walls, fabulous beams and feature fireplaces with wood burning stoves. The cottages also all have their own private hot tubs and are ideal for a holiday all year round. Accommodating parties of two to eight guests individually or larger family groups of up to fourteen when rented together (unfortunately no stags or hens), flexible holiday accommodation is provided.

Set on the owner’s working beef farm, this is a wonderful peaceful haven in the West corner of Cumbria near to the coast, with the peaks of the Lake District National Park, and the Wasdale hills and valley making a stunning backdrop. Offering something for everyone, the farm offers guided visits on request and the choice of self-catering, camping or caravanning.

Within just five minutes on foot you have a beautiful beach where the little ones can play on the sands and adults can enjoy a romantic stroll as the sun sets in the sky. Walk to Halsenna Moor (it's just up the country lane), a National Nature Reserve with an abundance of wildlife that can often be spotted as you explore the marked walks (red squirrels, foxes, an abundance of birdlife and even deer are often seen). Another short stroll takes you to Spindlecraft, a quaint craft shop, and also the railway station which provides the option of exploring the area via public transport.

Locally there are a number of great days out and attractions. Visit Muncaster Castle with its lovely gardens and Hawk and Owl centre, or take a trip on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway - a leisurely way of soaking up the scenery and both a short distance away by car. For those happy to venture slightly further afield, the tourist hot-spots of Lake Windermere (along with nearby Ambleside), Coniston Water, Grasmere (famed for its sticky toffee pudding!) and Hawkshead are all within easy reach - a pleasant drive via Hardknott Pass with lovely views enroute as you traverse the hills!

The Victoria Hotel is the nearest pub to the cottages and is just under a mile and within walking distance. There are also a number of restaurants and traditional pubs dotted around the area, where you can enjoy traditional ales and good home-made food using fantastic local produce.

Seascale which is just a mile up the road features a lovely little ice cream parlour/café perfect to get an Ice cream on a hot summers day, as well as this there are a couple of pubs/restaurants, two bakery’s one of which has a seating area, a Chinese takeaway and a small co op supermarket to get all the essentials.

Contact the owner

Owner details:

Julie & Stephen Shepherd joined Independent Cottages in January 2012


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Amenities / Facilities

  • Hot Tub
  • Log Burner
  • Beach Nearby
  • Off-Road Parking
  • Accessible by Public Transport
  • Cot
  • Highchair
  • Pub Nearby
  • Bike Storage
  • Golf Nearby
  • Kingsize +
  • DVD Player
  • Washing Machine
  • Microwave
  • Dish washer
  • CD Player
  • Shower
  • WiFi
  • Farm Stay
  • Eco / Green

Location (The Lake District)

Dairymaids Cottage is ideal for couples or families.

Accommodation comprises

  • Ground floor open plan living area with beams. The sitting area has comfortable seating, digital television, DVD player and woodburner for those more chilly nights.
  • Kitchen area with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer.
  • Dining area with table and four chairs.
  • Upstairs there are two double bedrooms with zip and link beds that can be made up as super-kings or twins.
  • Wet room with toilet.

Outside: Spacious private courtyard with patio and garden furniture. Parking for one car. Guests have access to seven acres of natural grounds shared with the small caravan park.

Additional information: Wi-Fi available on request. Change over days are flexible. Each cottage has its own private hot tub available to use from 9:30am-9:30pm. Gas central heating throughout. Slate flooring throughout. Electricity, bed linen and towels included in the price. Supply of logs for the wood burner throughout stay. No smoking.

Star Rating: 4 Star Gold

Dairymaid's Cottage Tariff & Supplementary Information

Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms (2 bedrooms with zip and link beds providing super-kings or twins)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
1 dog welcome
Accessibility:
Unlikely to be suitable for wheelchair users. Please discuss any specific accessibility requirements with the owner
Smoking:
No smoking
Prices for 7 nights:
From £530
To £800
Preferred Arrival Day:
Flexible
Payment Options:
Credit / Debit Card, Bank Transfer
Booking Conditions:
Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.
Help combat online fraud. Speak to the owner on our officially verified number: +44(0)19467 29907 before paying by bank transfer.
Please discuss any requirements regarding your pet(s) with the property owner.
Children must be supervised when around / using the hot tub.
Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

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Julie & Stephen Shepherd
Member Since January 2012

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Dairymaid's Cottage 18 Month Availability Calendar

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* Calendar last updated: 9th March 2024
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