High Ground Cottage - Self catering holiday cottage in Eskdale, Cumbria, Lake District, England - Sleeps 10
High Ground Cottage
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High Ground Cottage islocated in an exceptional position, set within stunning scenery that will take your breath away. This enchanting holiday cottage offers a tranquil haven where you can 'get away from it all' whilst enjoying superb comfort and style, total peace and quiet and fantastic walking from the front door. There are also fun family attractions within just short drive away.
Full of comfy sofas, games and books and with a cosy open fire in one of the two sitting rooms, and a log-burning stove in the farmhouse kitchen, High Ground Cottage offers all you could want in a holiday home.
The cottage is a five minute drive from the post office and stores in Ulpha and just a little further on is the general store in Eskdale Green. Broughton-in-Furness is a very attractive and ancient little market town just seven miles away, which provides excellent food shops selling the best of local produce. It also offers a bank, a post office, several inns and cafe/bread and cake shop. Some excellent local inns serving good food can also be found within an easy drive of High Ground with the nearest being just three miles away at the foot of the Hardknott Pass.
At High Ground Cottage you can simply sit outside and drink in the drama! Alternatively, explore the local area where you are spoilt for things to do including: taking a trip to the coast on the Eskdale to Ravenglass miniature steam railway; visit Muncaster Castle with its Owl Sanctuary and gardens; take a leisurely Lake cruise on Ullswater and Coniston; visit the wildly beautiful Wastwater lake nearby or have some fun at the Animal Park at Dalton or the Motor Museum at Holker Hall. With all the Lake Districts favourite attractions within just forty five minutes from the cottage, you can do as much or as little as you want!
Facilities
Open Fire Log Burner Garden/Outside Area Bike Storage Internet Access Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Satellite/cable TV Washing Machine Microwave Dishwasher CD Player Shower Bath Cot
Accommodation Comprises:
Two double bedrooms.
Two twin bedrooms.
Two bathrooms upstairs, each with bath and shower over.
Downstairs shower-room and WC.
Large farmhouse kitchen with range cooker, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, microwave, log-burning stove, welsh dresser, butcher's block and large farmhouse table with seating for ten. Double glass doors lead out from here onto the garden where you can take in the amazing views.
Utility room with washing machine, boiler, ironing board, clothes dryer and iron.
Sitting room one - a double aspect room with comfy seating, working fireplace, desk with phone/broadband and books/games/puzzles.
Sitting room two with glass doors onto fabulous mountain views, comfy seating for ten, television with Sky , sofabed and books.
Accessibility: High Ground Cottage is not suitable for people with mobility problems or wheelchair-users as there are steps down to the front door from the track.
Outside: There is an enclosed garden with garden furniture.
Additional information: Bedlinen and towels are provided and the property is given a comprehensive clean after each let. Prices are all-inclusive of bedlinen, towels, heating and electricity, along with the use of a phone and wi-fi, Sky TV package, cot and high chair. Dogs are welcome at no additional charge. Logs are available to buy on request. Short breaks are a three-night minimum booking.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £900 Mid Season from £1200 High Season from £1550 Peak Season £1800
"High Ground Cottage is a spacious yet cosy house in the most fabulous location with breathtaking views." Charlotte, London
"What a wonderful place.This cottage really is 'away-from-it-all' with spectacular views. It's a fantastic base for a walking holiday." Mac families, UK
"The house was clean, warm and welcoming..Plenty of hot water and big towels...with the added bonus of wifi and Sky. A great place to unwind and recharge your batteries." KJ Manchester, UK
"We stayed over May Day weekend and had a great time. The cottage was fab
with lots of space for everyone." Molz, Monmouthshire