When it comes to scenic views, it’s hard to beat those in Appleby-in-Westmoreland. This pretty Norman market town in the Eden Valley has plenty to offer holidaymakers, including gorgeous holiday cottages to rent, fantastic walks and beautifully restored buildings. In every season, it is a pleasure to stroll along ancient streets lined with enticing shop fronts or beside the River Eden. Appleby is just a few miles from the Lake District National Park, the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a popular holiday destination all year round for those who enjoy being outdoors. Read more
Nestling in a beautiful position opposite a pretty waterfall (below which lies a deep pool perfect for cold-water swimming) this delightful character holiday cottage sits in the picturesque peaceful Eden Valley in Cumbria, within easy reach of the Lake District and its many attractions. Ford Cottage is a superb choice for couples (one or two) and a tranquil haven abundant with wildlife where you can relax and unwind. For larger groups the upstairs Owl Room can be added, £150 p/w or £40 per night, three-night minimum.
Set in an exceptional position within its very own natural enclave at the foot of a waterfall, (the deep pool below offering on-site cold-water swimming!) this fabulous holiday cottage is located within the picturesque Eden Valley, within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, abutting the Lake District. A tranquil haven abundant with wildlife, The Watermill is just perfect for a relaxing self-catering holiday, close to Appleby, Kirkby Stephen and the area's many visitor attractions.
This charming cottage in the beautiful Eden Valley is waiting for you. The converted 18th Century coach house is in Long Marton, within walking distance of the village pub and only three miles from Appleby-in-Westmorland. It sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is a favourite with couples and families, many of whom return for a holiday every year. The Lake District National Park, Yorkshire Dales National Park and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are all within an easy drive to provide a wide choice of walks, bike rides and sightseeing opportunities.
"Cedar Retreat, Penrith" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Cedar Retreat offers guests a spacious open-plan living area, complete with a cosy sitting area boasting a wood burning stove, dining space, and a well-equipped kitchen. The corridor leads to two double bedrooms, and a shared shower room with a...
"1 Yew Tree Cottages" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. This small village in Cumbria sits right next to the River Eden, and it's a lovely place to visit. Walking in the Lake District National Park and the North Pennines can be done from Langwathby, which is located just west of Lake Windermere....
"Maple Retreat, Penrith" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Enjoy cosy evenings in front of the wood burning stove on the comfortable seating area. The kitchenette is well-equipped with everything you need to rustle up a well-deserved feast after a day spent discovering the Eden Valley and Lake...
"Fig Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Kirkby Stephen is an old market town resting at the foot of the Howgill Fells in the upper Eden Valley, Cumbria. Sitting between both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales National Parks, it makes the perfect touring base for avid walkers,...
"Whinstone" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The historic town of Appleby-in-Westmorland lies in a loop of the River Eden and is overlooked by the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with the Lake District Fells showing on the western horizon. Set at the heart of the...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Nestled in the tranquil village of Bampton in a small complex of similar picturesque cottages, this property is just 0.5 miles from the local pub, Post Office, garage and shop in neighbouring Bampton. Also just 2 miles away is the mysterious...
"The Hermitage" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The bustling market town of Penrith, once the capital of Cumbria, enjoys a central position between the Lake District, the Westmoorland Dales and North Pennines and is ideally placed for taking in all that the region has to offer. Renowned for...
"Riverbank Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Nestled on the banks of the tranquil River Eden, this unique cottage offers breath-taking riverside views, making it the perfect romantic getaway for couples looking to unwind. Kirkby Stephen is a delightful market town in the Eden Valley, home...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. The idyllic village of Warcop is perfectly placed, with the North Pennines just a mile to the north, the Yorkshire Dales to the south (5 miles) and the Lake District to the west (18 miles). The village has miles of glorious walks and bike...
"Barn End" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Shap is an idyllic village resting within the Eden district of Cumbria. Encompassed by the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks alongside the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it's the perfect base for a countryside...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Situated in the pretty Eden Valley, located between the Lakes and North Pennines with fabulous walks and cycle routes on your doorstep. The historic market town of Appleby is less than 2 miles away, with local amenities including artisan...
"2 The Cottages" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The charming linear village of Shap is tucked away in the Eden district of Cumbria. This small village offers all of the essentials, including pubs, shops and a Post Office, along with a swimming pool and a wonderful memorial park. Shap Abbey...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. This converted old wash house has been furnished to a lovely standard while retaining its original features, making it the ideal spot for a romantic retreat. There are many footpaths from the cottage in all directions from picturesque Crosby...
"Dunfell Shepherd's Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. On the western horizon, the Lake District Fells rise above Appleby-in-Westmorland, a historic town perched on a bend in the River Eden and designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb). This charming northern English town, once the...
"House in Cumbria" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Attractive farmhouse with stunning views across the Eden Valley. Charming, country style accommodation with a range oven and wood burner. A great base for exploring the fells of the North Pennines, Yorkshire Dales and Lake District. This...
"North Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The medieval town of Appleby-in-Westmorland is situated in a loop of the River Eden, with the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the Lake District Fells visible on the western horizon. This is one of the loveliest towns...
"Rosegarth Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The charming old village of Newby sits in a secluded location in the Eden Valley, between the northern Pennines and the Lake District. Newby, with its better-known neighbours of Appleby and Penrith, is surrounded by lovely rolling landscapes...
"The Elm Uk38290 - One-Bedroom Holiday Home" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The holiday home's kitchen, which features kitchenware, is available for cooking and storing food. The holiday home provides a private entrance and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
"Bungalow in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located within the owner s grounds, this property is situated just 3 miles south of the ever popular historic town of Appleby, offering a mix of pubs, restaurants, tearooms and shops. Appleby is a great stop on the Settle Carlisle Railway route...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The countryside retreat, in the picturesque village of Edenhall, is perfectly placed for exploring both the Lake District National Park and the North Pennines. You ll also be within 27 miles of the Yorkshire Dales, making the cottage the ideal...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. This exceptional cottage is full of personality, with quirky design features and flamboyant accessories. The property sleeps two guests and makes a memorable romantic retreat. With the North Pennines, Lake District and Yorkshire Dales all...
"Barn in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Located in the picturesque village of Gamblesby just 15 miles from the Lake District National Park, this property offers a fabulous base for a romantic getaway. There are many walks right from your door, along with a local village bakery/cafe...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Approached by a track which runs alongside a stream, the property is set on a working farm and surrounded by open farmland. Set on the edge of the North Pennines National Landscape, the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales...
"Cottage in Cumbria" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Escape to the countryside with a relaxing stay for two in this beautiful cottage, in the picture postcard village of Edenhall. The cottage boasts a quiet location, situated on the edge of the Lake District National Park, and is all on one level...
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Here are seven unmissable reasons why you need to stay in a cottage in Appleby.
Outstanding Architecture - Some market towns are in a beautiful location, but the state of their buildings lets them down. Appleby is as lovely to look at as the countryside that surrounds it, with the jewel being the magnificent Appleby Castle where you can fish on the River Eden, enjoy afternoon tea beside the fire or even take a guided ghost tour. Appleby also has a lovely church dating from the 12th Century, the Hospital of St Anne and The Cloisters. Just walk down Boroughgate to see it all.
Scenic Walks and Bike Rides - Exploring Appleby and the surrounding area is a treat. Visitors who enjoy the challenge of a long route should consider the 12-mile loop that starts in Appleby and goes around Dufton Pike with an elevation of nearly 1,400 feet. A more leisurely walk is the path to Rutter Force waterfall which goes beside the River Eden. The Eden Valley also offers plenty of variety for both road cyclists and mountain bikers with access directly from Appleby. With the Lake District, North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales all close by, there is plenty to keep everyone happy.
Delicious Food - Cumbrian farms produce some of the tastiest food in the UK, and local pubs and restaurants know how to make the most of it. Traditional Cumbrian recipes include Sticky Toffee Pudding, Cumberland Sausage and Salt Marsh Lamb. Appleby’s Saturday market is an excellent place to buy ingredients directly from the producers, while food-lovers should add Appleby Creamery Cheeses and the Appleby Brewery to their gastronomic itinerary.
Breathtaking Views - The scope of the landscape gives the area around Appleby unforgettable views. Some of these can be seen from the long-distance Pennine Way, while others are more readily appreciated from a seat on the Settle to Carlisle Railway which crosses the magnificent Ribble Viaduct.
Friendly Towns and Villages - Appleby is not the only lovely town in the Eden Valley. From here you can also reach Kirkby Stephen, Penrith, Brough, Shap, Orton and Tebay, each with a unique history and individual character that makes visiting a pleasure.
Local Attractions - Whatever the weather, there is always something interesting to see or fun to do within easy reach of your holiday cottage in Appleby. Eden Valley attractions include waterfalls like those at Ashgill Force and Aira Force, beautiful ruins such as Brougham Castle and Penrith Castle, ancient stone circles, golf courses at Penrith and Kirkby Stephen, and stately homes and gardens like Dalemain Mansion and Acorn Bank.
Flora and Fauna - With much of the surrounding area protected either as a National Park or an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is unsurprising that a wide variety of flora and fauna flourish in the Eden Valley. Red squirrels are a reasonably common sight as are roe deer, kestrel, lapwings and golden plover.
The Eden Valley has links to the Vikings, the Saxons, and even King Arthur, whose father, Uther Pendragon, is reputed to have built Pendragon Castle. Of all its towns and villages, Appleby is arguably the prettiest and most welcoming, and the perfect place for your next holiday.
