Why limit yourself to the Lake District when you can also explore the Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales? Milo's Retreat is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty between Arnside and Milnthorpe. It's perfect for a romantic retreat or a solo escape, sleeping two people in one sublimely comfortable superking bed. Your day can include scaling mountains, hiking through fells, sailing over lakes or cycling around the coast. Throw in a region renowned for its fantastic food and all the comfort and charm of this wonderful self-catering holiday cottage, and you have a holiday you won't forget.
Kirkby Lonsdale is close to the Yorkshire Dales National Park and The Lake District, making this smart period cottage a wonderful choice for visitors who want to easily explore the region. Courtyard Cottage has two bedrooms and is within walking distance of several excellent food pubs. The pretty market town has a great array of amenities and a fun calendar of events that include the annual Music Festival, Victorian & Christmas Fair.
If you wake every morning with the urge to pull the covers back over your head, it's time to book a self-catering holiday at Lakeside Cottage. The former gamekeeper's cottage sleeps four people and has a path to a private jetty on the lake. It's set within a nature reserve a 20-minute walk from Silverdale, where there are two pubs, a small supermarket and other amenities. Morecambe Bay, Kendal, Windermere, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, and Lancaster are all within easy reach, and there are beautiful walks and mountain bike trails from the cottage door.
The Stables is ideally placed in the centre of Warton, a village with connections to George Washington, with two public houses serving real ale and home-cooked food, an independent micro brewery and Warton Crag which is perfect for walks and to see glorious coastal views. Within an easy drive, you can be strolling around the coast of Morecambe Bay, sailing on Windermere, hiking through the fells or climbing a mountain. The Stables is a delightful stone holiday cottage on a quiet street in the village, a short walk from all the action with a walled courtyard garden and space to sleep six people in three bedrooms (plus one additional person on a sofabed in the sunroom). Families, couples and friends love it here because of it's relaxed, community feel, with lots to see and do throughout the year.
Stork Cottage – A little haven made for slow, relaxing escapes. There’s a gentle magic to Stork Cottage... tucked away in a peaceful corner of the countryside, it’s the kind of place where time seems to soften, the air feels calmer, and guests instantly settle in as though they’ve arrived somewhere familiar and cherished. We have many return visitors who describe it as a place they can’t wait to return to, and the warmth of their reviews says everything about how special this cottage feels. Push open the front door and step into a cosy vestibule where boots and coats find their place after long walks. Beyond it lies a bright, welcoming kitchen filled with everything you need for unhurried mornings and simple suppers - an electric oven and hob, air fryer, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The separate utility room keeps life easy with a washing machine and ironing facilities.
Lakeview Apartment is a quiet, comfortable holiday home in the heart of the Lancashire countryside. The ground floor property is wheelchair accessible, and ideal for couples or solo visitors who enjoy on-site coarse fishing and a location close to the Forest of Bowland, Yorkshire Dales, Morecambe Bay, and the Lake District. It's an ideal spot for anyone who enjoys being outdoors. Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancaster, and Kendal are all 15-20 minutes drive away, with a great choice of amenities and attractions. It's a fantastic choice for a holiday at any time of year.
Mallard Lodge is a welcoming holiday home with views of the lake and an outdoor hot tub. With two bedrooms and two bathrooms (one which is ensuite), it is perfect for friends and couples. The lodge is in a fantastic location near Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancaster and Morecambe Bay. The Forest of Bowland AONB is within walking distance, while the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks are within easy reach by car. The site has five acres of fishing lakes. Guests can enjoy wonderful walks, breathtaking bike rides, climbing, caving, golf, sailing and scuba diving.
Dovecote Apartment is at Redwell Fisheries in the gorgeous Lancashire countryside, close to Carnforth and Kirkby Lonsdale and within easy reach of the Yorkshire Dales, Lake District, and Morecambe Bay. The park's extensive grounds include five acres of fishing lakes with guests able to indulge their passion for coarse fishing during their stay. Walking, cycling, climbing, golf, caving and scuba diving are all readily accessible. Local attractions include Lancaster Castle, the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail, and RSPB Leighton Moss Nature Reserve.
"Seagull Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. The cosy feel of this this 1667 Cottage has been modernised, but still retains its original features and character. A lovely base with easy access to Morecombe and other beaches.. Ground Floor: Living/dining...
"Woodman Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. Heysham is a picturesque coastal village resting just a few miles from the town of Morecambe and the city of Lancaster. Woodland, open grassland and sandy beaches surround this village which houses a selection of shops, pubs, eateries and small...
"Riverside Hideaway" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The small village of Newby Bridge takes its name from the five arched stone bridge built in 1651 over the River Leven. The famous Furness Railway, one of Britain's oldest working standard gauge steam railways, runs between Haverthwaite and...
"Friars Fold" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Ulverston is an old-fashioned market town with a cobblestone central street. It has a wide variety of locally owned stores, eateries, and bars serving up hearty fare and cold pints of beer. From five-star restaurants to cosy neighbourhood pubs,...
"Ramblers Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Set in the beautiful Lyth Valley, the tiny hamlet of Bowland Bridge is a hidden gem, with a small scattering of houses and two renowned pubs surrounded by beautiful meadows, woods and Lakeland fells. At the heart of the Lyth Valley are the...
"Corner Cottage at Brackenthwaite Farm" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. Arnside is situated on the southernmost tip of the Lake District in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where low limestone hills, marshy plains and deciduous woodlands characterise the surrounding land. This former fishing port...
"Howgills Retreat" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Crooklands is located in the middle of the three towns of Kendal, Kirkby Lonsdale, and Milnthorpe. It has a pub/hotel and is within walking distance of the Lancaster Canal. Only five miles away, Kendal is known for its yards, tiny alleyways,...
"Capenwray" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Lancashire. Located just off the M6 and 20 miles south of the scenic Lake District, Carnforth is the sort of place that everyone has heard of, and many desire to discover this hidden gem. Situated at the north end of Morecambe Bay, north of the historic...
"Ennerdale Pod 5" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. The picturesque hamlet of Tewitfield is settled in Lancashire beside the Lancashire Canal. Stroll along the Tewitfield Canal Locks for scenic views of the countryside, ideal for avid walkers and cyclists. The village is home to a marina, where...
"No 3 The Coach House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. Nestled on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, between Ingleton and Kirkby Lonsdale, Thornton-in-Lonsdale is a quaint village with countryside scenery and easy access to many fantastic walks throughout the local scenery, including...
"Barn Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. The attractive village of Ingleton is nestled beneath Ingleborough, one of the famous 'Three Peaks' on the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Offering a wide range of shops, pubs and places to eat, the winding streets of this...
"The Beeches" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Haverthwaite is a small village and civil parish in the Furness region of Cumbria. It is within the Lake District National Park and is located six miles east of Ulverston, near the southern end of Windermere. The village gets part of its name...
"Edgemere Retreat" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. The historic, South Lakeland village of Cartmel is renowned as the prettiest village in the Lake District. The Priory Church, one of the finest ecclesiastical buildings in the north of England, remains the heart of the community with its...
"Hill Bank" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 9 guests in Lancashire. The village of Hutton Roof is in South Cumbria, between the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The village hosts events including a Fell Race and Country Fair. Hutton Roof Crags Nature Reserve is nearby and is home to a variety of...
"Mountain View" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. The village of Hessenford is located in a well-wooded valley and is a lovely cluster of pretty seventeenth and eighteenth century cottages lying on the main road from Looe to Plymouth. The Seaton River runs through the village, which was...
"Drapers Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Cark in Cartmel is a small Lakeland village just two miles from Cartmel, one of the prettiest villages in the Lake District. Cark is well served by the Furness line railway, and features pretty streamside strolls, lovely walks to the local...
"Grasmere Pod 6" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. The picturesque hamlet of Tewitfield is settled in Lancashire beside the Lancashire Canal. Stroll along the Tewitfield Canal Locks for scenic views of the countryside, ideal for avid walkers and cyclists. The village is home to a marina, where...
"Bassenthwaite Pod 1" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. A small, traditional Cumbrian village set in beautiful countryside and ideally placed for exploring Southern Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales and the peaceful Forest of Bowland. The village has a Post Office/general store for stocking up on the...
"Derwent Pod 4" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. The picturesque hamlet of Tewitfield is settled in Lancashire beside the Lancashire Canal. Stroll along the Tewitfield Canal Locks for scenic views of the countryside, ideal for avid walkers and cyclists. The village is home to a marina, where...
"Lakes View Apartment 2" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. Located just off the M6 and 20 miles south of the scenic Lake District, Carnforth is the sort of place that everyone has heard of, and many desire to discover this hidden gem. Situated at the north end of Morecambe Bay, north of the historic...
"Coniston Pod 3" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. The picturesque hamlet of Tewitfield is settled in Lancashire beside the Lancashire Canal. Stroll along the Tewitfield Canal Locks for scenic views of the countryside, ideal for avid walkers and cyclists. The village is home to a marina, where...
"Thirlmere Pod 8" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. The picturesque hamlet of Tewitfield is settled in Lancashire beside the Lancashire Canal. Stroll along the Tewitfield Canal Locks for scenic views of the countryside, ideal for avid walkers and cyclists. The village is home to a marina, where...
"The Laundrymaid's Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The historic, South Lakeland village of Cartmel is renowned as the prettiest village in the Lake District. The Priory Church, one of the finest ecclesiastical buildings in the north of England, remains the heart of the community with its...
"Ullswater Pod 9" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. Located just off the M6 and 20 miles south of the scenic Lake District, Carnforth is the sort of place that everyone has heard of, and many desire to discover this hidden gem. Situated at the north end of Morecambe Bay, north of the historic...
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