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.
Two bedrooms sleep up to six, with parking at the door and easy self check-in. Owner-run, cleaned and personally checked on the day you arrive.
The Debonair is a nearly new luxury lodge on a secure, gated lakeside park five minutes from the M6 - the comfortable base for exploring three of the north's finest destinations. The Lake District, Yorkshire Dales and Morecambe Bay coast are all within easy reach, with a heated indoor pool, spa and lakeside restaurant on the park for days you'd rather stay put. Two bedrooms (master en-suite) sleep up to six.
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.
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.
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.
"Fleshbeck Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. Situated in the heart of the Lune Valley, mid way between the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District is the attractive market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. This charming and historic town was mentioned in the 1086 Domesday Book and holds a market...
"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...
"2 Bed Cottage in Nr. Newby Bridge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 queen-size and 1 twin - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC and 1 additional ground floor WC - Electric...
"Little Plumtree" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Milnthorpe, once an important medieval market town, is located in the South Lakes between Kendal and Carnforth, just a few miles from the seaside village of Arnside. Reminders of the town's history can still be found today amongst the narrow...
"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...
"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...
"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...
"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...
"Loweswater Pod 7" 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...
"5 Bed Lodge in Morecambe" is a 5 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 9 guests in Lancashire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 5 bedrooms - 2 super-king-size (one of which is zip-and-link and can be set up as a twin on request), 2 double, and 1 single - 3 bathrooms -...
"Curlew Loft" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Lancashire. Curlew Loft occupies the first floor of this spectacular lime stone building, architecturally designed and provides the ideal location for the ultimate peaceful retreat.. 15 steps to entrance. All on the First Floor:...
"Hay Barn" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Lancashire. Nestling under Ingleborough, one of the famous Three Peaks, on the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the attractive village of Ingleton offers a good range of shops, pubs and places to eat. The centre of the village is pretty...
"The Landings" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. Kirkby Lonsdale is a market town resting on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Lake District National Park. Within the town you will find a 13th-century Market Charter with a market day being held on the Thursday. Attractions...
"Priory View" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Ulverston is a traditional market town built around a cobbled main street. It boasts a fine selection of independent shops, café’s, and pubs with open fires and real ales. There is an extensive selection of eating places to suit everyone, from...
"Tranquillity 3" 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...
"Box Tree Escapes" is a 4 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 10 guests in Lancashire. Kirkby Lonsdale is an attractive market town sitting at the heart of the Lune Valley, between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks, making it the perfect touring base for an outdoor adventure. The town is home to a range of...
"Silverdale 31" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Lancashire. Silverdale 31 is a stunning three bedroom Gold lodge at South Lakeland Leisure Village. The open plan kitchen, dining and living area is perfect for holidaying with family and friends. A master bedroom with an en suite and a further double and...
"3 Bed Cottage in Grange Over Sands" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin and 1 super king-size (can be made into a twin by prior request) - Electric oven and induction hob,...
"Box Tree Escapes" is a 4 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 10 guests in Lancashire. Kirkby Lonsdale is an attractive market town sitting at the heart of the Lune Valley, between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks, making it the perfect touring base for an outdoor adventure. The town is home to a range of...
"Buttermere Pod 2" 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...
"Brettargh Holt Mansion Sleeping 32" is a 15 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 32 guests in Cumbria. Levens is a small traditional Cumbrian village set on a high promontory in beautiful countryside and ideally placed for exploring the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The village has a lovely old church, general store/newsagent and a pub....
"Cartmel Mansion" is a 10 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 22 guests in Cumbria. Nestled on the tranquil shores of Morecambe Bay, Grange-over-Sands is a charming coastal resort that effortlessly combines Victorian elegance with scenic beauty. This idyllic town beckons with its palm-lined promenade, inviting visitors to take...
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