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The Tower House in Newbiggin-on-Lune, Cumbria, North West England

The Tower House, Newbiggin-on-Lune, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from £450

Self catering accommodation in Newbiggin-on-Lune sleeps 9.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: We are delighted to include The Tower House within our portfolio, situated at Newbiggin, only 10 minutes drive from the M6 motorway. Ideally placed for exploring the delights of both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, Windermere is a mere 25 minutes drive away with Sedbergh and the impressive Howgill fells a 10 minute walk from the door. Once home to Elizabeth Gaunt, the last woman to be burned at the stake at Tyburn and a principal hiding place of Prince Charlie, The Tower House has a significant history, and the property retains the tower, which was used as a lookout for raiders from the Borders. Comfortable furnishings with many personal touches blend well with original features of oak panelling, flagstone floors and exposed stonework. The accommodation is spacious and flexible offering plenty of opportunity for escaping the rest of the party, both inside and out, to sit quietly and absorb the ambience of this truly unique house. The grounds are delightful with a variety of areas for sitting out and plenty of level playing ground, including an orchard for the younger members of your party to run off some energy before enjoying dinner in the impressive dining hall.


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Helm Byre in Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Helm Byre, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £200

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: An ancient Celtic Kingdom deservedly known as The Jewel of the Dales, Dent is 16 miles east of Kendal in the south east corner of Cumbria, only 3 miles from Sedbergh and lies at the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and on the fringes of the Lake District National Park. An ideal base for visitors wishing to enjoy the nearby countryside, there is an outstanding variety of walks from the door, to the top of Helm Knott and Whernside, one of the famous Yorkshire Three Peaks, to a delightful stroll along the Dee, part of the Dales Way, which passes through Dentdale. The craft centre at Helmside and just 100 yards from Helm Byre, offers a collection of goods produced by local Dales folk, everything from watercolours and prints to walking sticks and pottery, ideal souvenirs of your stay.


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Elk Cottage in Glassonby, Cumbria, North West England

Elk Cottage, Glassonby, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £372

Self catering accommodation in Glassonby sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Acces

Accommodation overview:

Elk Cottage details

Elk Cottage is a 4 Star Gold Award winning restoration of a Grade II listed traditional sandstone barn located in the quiet hamlet of Glassonby in the middle of the Eden Vally. Access to the rolling hills of the Eden Valley and its numerous nearby walks is one of the best features of this cosy cottage.

The recent renovation of Elk Cottage, Jenny's Croft and Glassonby Old Hall dating back to the 1600s, bring these 4 and 5 Star Gold Award winning barns and traditional Cumbrian long house back into habitation for the first time since 1764. They retain many of their original features including old ship timber oak beams, oak mullion windows, flagged stone floors, open fireplaces, stone staircases, stone walls, arched openings, original old fashioned door heights (some low) and terraced gardens and fields. All three properties are furnished throughout with antiques and incorporate solar water heating.

Though Elk Cottage is no longer part of a working farm, its position on one of the higher hills in the Eden Valley gives its gardens amazing views towards the Pennines and the rolling countryside that has seen this area in Cumbria declared one of the UK's designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Elk Cottage is dog friendly and the gardens and grounds surrounding this cottage provide plenty of room for running around.

There are some great walks starting from the front door of Elk Cottage including a walk along from Dale Raven along the banks of the River Eden, a walk to Lacey's Caves along the Eden River, a walk to the Long Meg Stone Circle (the second largest in England) and to the charming nearby Cumbrian village of Melmerby, where the nationally acclaimed organic Village Bakery and the Shepherd's Inn Pub provide great food and local beers (Dorris' 90th Birthday ale is highly recommended).

There is a village shop 1.5 miles from Glassonby in Kirkoswald which also has two local pubs. Bicycles, locks and helmets are available for hire on site. Cycling route maps provided and Glassonby is located along the popular C2C cycle route as well as having many quiet lanes in the local area which are ideal for cyclists.


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The Clarks Cottage in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, North West England

The Clarks Cottage, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £170

Self catering accommodation in Kirkby Lonsdale sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This delightful Grade II listed cottage dating back to the 1600s offers a wealth of charm and character and is amazingly spacious. The lounge provides the luxury of a living flame fire, with dining area tucked neatly off at an angle and giving access into a bright and modern kitchen from a short flight of steps. From the dining room, the raised patio to the rear of the cottage provides comfortable seating on cushioned stone benches and ensures complete privacy for those seeking peace and tranquillity. The bustling historic Georgian market town centre of Kirkby Lonsdale nestling in the South East of Cumbria offers a delightful selection of shops and restaurants and is a perfect base for exploring the area with Devils Bridge and Ruskins View great tourist attractions.


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Dales View in Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Dales View, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £250

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 4.

Features include: • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Dales View occupies an enviable position on the fellside, enjoying uninterrupted vistas of this beautiful part of the world. A mere 1 mile from Sedbergh, just inside the Yorkshire Dales National Park and only 20 minutes drive from the Lake District National Park, the property has magnificent views over the Howgill Fells and open countryside and farmland. Dales View was created from a redundant farm building and now offers excellent, high quality facilities with many retained characterful features including a mix of slate and solid oak floors. It really is the ideal place to get away from it all with the opportunity to enjoy the famous Dalesway walk.


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15 Moorside in Haworth, West Yorkshire, North West England

15 Moorside, Haworth, West Yorkshire, North West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £0

Self catering accommodation in Haworth sleeps 5.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: Situated on the edge of Oxenhope, a small village outside Haworth in the heart of Bronte Country, Moorside Cottage provides recently completely renovated self - catering cottage accommodation ensuring a cosy retreat in this beautiful and peaceful area of Yorkshire. With wooden beamed ceilings and the old fireplace retained, the lounge has character, and a dining table overlooks a stunning view over fields towards Oxenhope. The kitchen is well equipped, and there are three comfortable bedrooms. A warm welcome is ensured at Moorside Cottage, combining modern features with all the character and charm of an old stone terrace. A short walk down the hill from the cottage takes you into Oxenhope, with pubs and shops. The village is the southern terminus for the Worth Valley Steam Railway which holds seasonal events throughout the year. Walks can be accessed direct from the door, one taking you on the old pack horse trail towards Hebden Bridge which is a delightful town to explore. The area is perfect for Bronte enthusiasts, with Haworth village just 2 miles away and Top Withens, believed to be Emily Brontes inspiration for the Earnshaw residence in Wuthering Heights, just a short walk from the cottage. Haworth with its quaint cobbled street, abundance of tea rooms. good pubs and quirky shops is worthy of a visit. Other attractions in the area include the World Heritage Site of Saltaire, complete with David Hockney museum housed in the old mill, the National Media Museum in Bradford and Dean Clough, famous for arts and the theatre, in Halifax, Leeds, Bradford, Halifax and Manchester are all within easy reach for theatre and concerts. Skipton and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the Yorkshire Sculptor Park and the Hepworth Gallery are within an hour making Moorside Cottage an ideal base for touring the area.


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Cromwells Manor in near Nantwich, Cheshire, North West England

Cromwells Manor, near Nantwich, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £658

Self catering accommodation in near Nantwich sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access R

Accommodation overview:

Cromwells Manor details

Cromwells Manor was built in 1620 and is a Grade II listed former barn. The barn has been sympathetically restored to a high standard, but still retains many of the original features whilst providing accommodation for eight guests. This detached barn is in the grounds of Woodhey Hall, a Cheshire dairy farm set in glorious unspoilt countryside.

The barn has a well-fenced garden, patio, garden furniture and barbecue. It also has access to a games lawn and children's play area. The location offers fishing and many country walks. The historic town of Nantwich and good dining pubs are within easy reach.

There is much to see and do in the area including Cholmondeley Castle and Gardens which has a game fair and other events during the year. Other attractions include day trips on the canal, Beeston Castle and Tatton Park, with its many events and RHS Flower Show. The Roman city of Chester is 30 minutes' drive, with flat racing in summer, open top bus tours of the city, the wonderful animals and gardens of Chester Zoo (34 minutes) and the Blue Planet Aquarium (35 minutes). Oulton Park (20 minutes) and Cheshire Polo (eight minutes) also make a good day out. Golf courses and horse riding are nearby.

Cromwells Manor is reputed to have been slept in by Oliver Cromwell during the battle of Nantwich. The barn has been carefully restored and retains many of its original features.


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Riverain in Greystoke, Cumbria, North West England

Riverain, Greystoke, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £443

Self catering accommodation in Greystoke sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview:

Riverain details

The secluded grounds of the family owned Grade 1 listed Blencowe Hall estate contain these three Grade 2 listed cottages which have been sensitively renovated to a high standard.

In addition to its own private garden, parking and seating areas around the property, also contained within the grounds of Blencowe Hall is a tributary of the River Petterill which has brown trout fishing. Other outdoor pursuits can easily be arranged including salmon fishing, clay pigeon shooting, pony trekking, sailboat hire and cycle tours along the popular C2C cycle route which passes through the village. The fantastic views over the Lakeland Hills and peaceful setting make these cottages ideal for walkers or guests seeking a "get away from it all" location from which they can enjoy the Lake District without being overrun by other visitors. The three properties here Cazenovia Hall, Riverain and Wythburn Cottages are less than four miles from the Lake District National Park.

Blencowe is easily accessible from the Penrith train station (three hours direct from Euston) and a 10 minute taxi ride. It is about four miles from Junction 40 of the M6. Other popular local attractions include Hutton in the Forest and its extensive grounds which are just a few miles away, Lowther Castle, and one of Alfred Wainwright's favourite walks in the Lake District which winds along just above the shores of Ullswater and forms a fantastic loop journey with a leg back along the famous Ullswater Steamers.

A stunning conversion of a coach house dating back to the 1700s gives Riverain its welcoming double height oak floored reception room with floor to ceiling arched windows. The massive sandstone fireplace is a focal point for cool Cumbrian evenings and a generous supply of logs as well as underfloor heating ensures guest comfort and relaxation. Riverain's private garden and parking area is set on the South facing side of Blencow and has amazing views over the hills towards Mell Fell.


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The Dovery in Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

The Dovery, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £400

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Sedbergh is set to the West of the Yorkshire Dales National Park but is also close to the eastern fells of the Lake District, only 30 minutes drive from Windermere and is therefore ideal for exploring both areas of unspoilt and protected countryside. Sedbergh has a variety of narrow lanes and small clusters of old buildings including a 12th century Norman church (restored in 1886) and, overlooking the town, is the site of Castlehaw, an ancient motte and bailey castle. However Sedbergh has a new status, Book Town for England, and as such has a growing number of book shops, both new and second hand and is set to evolve over the coming months and years into a literary paradise.


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Orchard Cottage in Rainow, Cheshire, North West England

Orchard Cottage, Rainow, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £397

Self catering accommodation in Rainow sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Games Room • Cott

Accommodation overview:

Orchard Cottage (Cheshire) details

Orchard Cottage is one of two Cheshire Hunt holiday cottages in Rainow on the Cheshire border. Orchard and Damson (CH003) are the result of a barn conversion completed in 2008. The original building, dating back to the 1850s, is situated next to a local landmark, the former Cheshire Hunt Inn from which the Hunt used to ride. Described by the Peak District Authority as a property of architectural interest, the barn is located on a small track which winds its way up through the valley, which forms part of the well-known walkers' path, the Gritstone Trail. The luxury self catering retreat has been individually furnished and has its own unique character. Enjoying wonderful views over the open countryside the cottage is within walking distance of the old mill village of Bollington, with its pubs, restaurants, local shops and parks.

The holiday rental provides an excellent base for visitors to reach many of the attractions in the Peak District such as the well-known spa town of Buxton and the underground caverns at Castleton. A short distance away from a number of attractions in neighbouring Cheshire, holiday guests have many places to visit including three National Trust properties; Tatton Park, Dunham Massey and Lyme Park. Manchester with its excellent museums, shops and restaurants is a 45-minute drive away and the picturesque Roman city of Chester is an hour away for those who wish to travel a bit further afield.

Orchard and Damson Cottages have their own separate facilities but are available for hire together for extended family holidays to accommodate 11 guests. Manchester Airport is 30 minutes' drive away and Macclesfield train station a 10-minute drive, which provides good train connections and a regular two-hour train service to London. A games room with full size table tennis and pool tables is available for the use of the occupants of both Orchard and Damson Cottages and is located within the grounds of the barn.

Further places within the area to visit include:
Poole's Cavern and Country Park - Visit and explore the vast caves and crystals that have been created. www.poolescavern.co.uk
Dunge Valley Hidden Gardens www.dungevalley.co.uk
Macclesfield Silk Museum www.silkmacclesfield.org.uk
Buxton Opera House www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk
Gawsworth Hall www.gawsworthhall.com
Stockport Air Raid Shelter www.airraidshelters.org.uk


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Teds House in Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, North West England

Teds House, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £180

Self catering accommodation in Hebden Bridge sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Conveniently situated in the charming town of Mytholmroyd in Bronte country, Teds House is a deceptively spacious and welcoming end of terrace house, the childhood home of the former Poet Laureate, Ted Hughes. Hughes lived here until the age of seven with his older brother and sister. Before his death in 1998 he said My first seven years shaped everything. Camping trips with his elder brother in the rolling moors and countryside is said to have significantly influenced his poetry, making this the ideal holiday home for budding writers or Hughes fans to draw inspiration from the area.


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Udford House in Brougham, Cumbria, North West England

Udford House, Brougham, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £443

Self catering accommodation in Brougham sleeps 6.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview:

Udford House details

This sandstone barn conversion sits in a secluded spot in Cumbria by the river Eamont. It is approached down a farm track, half a mile from the nearest house and five miles from Penrith and Junction 40 of the M6.

This luxury self catering holiday home offers stunning views of the Pennines and the river from the house and garden.

A perfect outdoor and fishing break, there are beautiful walks along the river bank, which is teeming with wildlife and a wealth of public footpaths throughout the estate. Excellent brown trout fishing is available along the four-mile stretch of the Eamont, which can be booked through the property owner.


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