Rose Cottage - Self catering holiday cottage in Lamplugh, Near Loweswater, Cumbria, Lake District, England - Sleeps 4
Rose Cottage
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Recently used for the filming of ‘Miss Potter’, a film about Beatrix Potter starring Renee Zellweger, Low Millgillhead offers three beautifully furnished self catering Georgian houses within two acres of gardens in the small village of Lamplugh.
The main house, Millgillhead, offers stylish accommodation for up to ten people. Croft House is a splendid barn conversion with accommodation for up to twelve people. Rose Cottage sleeps four. Each house has it's own garden and they all face different directions.
The back of Low Millgillhead Lamplugh is the perfect starting place to explore the fells, rivers, lakes and tarns of this beautiful part of the Lake District. There are a variety of walks right from the front door, or Loweswater Lake is just four miles away, with Buttermere and Crummock just a mile or two beyond. In the opposite direction is Ennerdale Lake with its forest walks and mountain biking.
Lamplugh provides easy access to many Lakeland villages and towns, and it is also just 7 miles from Cumbria’s coast. Cockermouth, the birthplace of William Wordsworth, is seven miles away and offers attractions such as Wordsworth's home and Jennings Brewery and Museum. There are also plenty of antique shops and cafes, including Merienda which holds the occasional Jazz evening. There are a variety of pubs and smaller shops (butchers, bakers etc) as well as a Sainsburys.
Other attractions within an hour’s drive include:
Boating on Derwentwater at Keswick
Horse riding and pony trekking on Cold Fell
Rock climbing, canoeing and scrambling with your own guide.
Cumbria's coast with sandy beaches
The Lakeland Sheep and Wool Centre (with live sheep shows)
Maryport’s aquarium
Dozens of historical houses and castles open to the public
Kirkstile Inn at Loweswater is renowned throughout the Lakes for the quality of its food and ales and is only a few miles away.
Facilities
Open Fire Garden/Outside Area Internet Access Off-Road Parking DVD Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Dishwasher CD Player Shower Bath Cot
Rose Cottage is a lovely cottage that sleeps four in one double bedroom and one twin.
Downstairs
In the cottage is an open plan kitchen and living room area - the two areas are separated by a spiral staircase leading to the bedrooms. The kitchen is fully equipped with electric cooker, fridge (with small freezer compartment), dishwasher and plenty of storage space. There is also a washing machine and tumble drier.
The sitting room is warm and comfortable with an open fire, widescreen TV with DVD player and the basic sky package. There is also a CD player with radio.
The bathroom is downstairs and has a shower above the bath.
Upstairs
Here you will find two bedrooms - one double and one twin. They both have lovely views of the countryside and fells beyond.
The garden outside is enclosed and has garden furniture for outdoor dining.
Additional information: The house is heated by storage heaters which is included in the price. Pets are welcome although this is limited to one dog only (except by prior permission) - we ask that dogs are not let into the bedrooms at all, or on any furniture and must not be left alone in the house. All fuel, power, and bed linen (including duvets and extra blankets) are included in the cost - with central heating throughout. You need to bring your own towels. Short breaks may be offered - contact owner.
Rose Cottage can be rented as part of a larger group staying at either Croft House or Low Millgillhead, or it can be rented by an independent small family or couple. The house faces away from Croft House and Low Millgillhead.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £365 Mid Season from £425 High Season from £615 Peak Season £615