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Branwell, Haworth, West Yorkshire, North West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £274

Self catering accommodation in Haworth sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Romantic Breaks • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview:

Branwell details

Branwell is an 18th century listed stone weaver's holiday cottage set in an attractive courtyard off Haworth Main Street. Rich in literary associations, the cottage is named after the Brontes' brother and is adjacent to the Masonic Lodge he attended. The cottage is an ideal base for moorland walks and a path from the sisters' nearby parsonage home takes you to the ruins of Top Withens, Emily's 'Wuthering Heights'.

A short drive away are Hebden Bridge, Bolton Abbey and the World Heritage Site of Saltaire with its vibrant Hockney Gallery and Cafes. For steam enthusiasts, the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway stops at Haworth. Haworth has a good selection of antique and speciality shops, good restaurants, traditional cafes and historic pubs.

Gateside Farmhouse -, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £520

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Located in the heart of rural farmland above the ancient market town of Sedbergh, Gateside Farmhouse enjoys excellent views from all windows of the Howgill range. Sedbergh itself is two and a half miles away, an enjoyable walk and has an excellent selection of cafes and book shops, the town being the first book town in the UK.

Benchmark Cottage, Haworth, West Yorkshire, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £200

Self catering accommodation in Haworth sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: 18th century stone cottage with upstairs living under gnarled oak beams offering a happy mix of modern and period decor; lounge with gas log effect stove and balcony overlooking lawned garden, trees and beautiful views: situated beside a small holding with livery facilities the cottage offers Retro- decor kitchen/diner with full appliances; downstairs bedrooms - double (with en suite shower room) and twin; house bathroom with over bath shower, utility/drying room; private parking; excellent walking country, easy reach of Haworth, famed for Bronte authors; 7 minutes walk to Bronte Parsonage and pretty Main Street, with shops, pubs and restaurants; close to Worth Valley Railway; stabling available on farm. The cottage has received a Walkers Welcome accolade from Visit Britain.

Melmerby Hall, Melmerby, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 18
Weekly prices from £2336

Self catering accommodation in Melmerby sleeps 18.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • E

Accommodation overview:

Melmerby Hall details

Melmerby Hall is a Grade II listed manor house nestling in the foothills of the North Pennines, one of 40 classified Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is set within its own sandstone walled grounds, which are entered through an arched gateway at the edge of the village.

The grounds include an archery lawn, walled vegetable gardens and a Victorian castle folly at the foot of the lawn (now converted to a children's play area). The forested grounds of 20 acres incorporate a small tributary of the River Eden with picnic area and stone barbecue by the stream.

The village of Melmerby is in the Eden Valley, lying between the Pennines and the Lake District, 12 miles from Ullswater and nine miles from the historic market town of Penrith.

There are a number of outstanding walks along the edge of the River Eden. One of England's largest Druidic stone circles - Long Meg and her Daughters - is also close by.

Melmerby is the home of the Egon Ronay award-winning organic village bakery which also serves fantastic meals and takeaway/coffee snacks. The Shepherds Inn at Langwathby, has good reviews for its food, service and friendly atmosphere.

Guests have access to a free swimming voucher programme with the Tower House indoor pool in the village of Melmerby which is a short walk from the property. The Tower House pool has a resistant current lap lane, a sauna and showers. There is also a hot tub which can be made available by separate arrangement, for further details please visit www.thetowerhousepool.co.uk Croquet equipment (mallets, hoops and posts) is available, shooting can be arranged with prior notice (please contact the office).

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.

Waitby School, Waitby, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £390

Self catering accommodation in Waitby sleeps 7.

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

Accommodation overview: Waitby School was built on Waitby Fell in 1680 by James Highmore, a local to the area, for the children of Waitby and Smardale. About a mile and a half west of Kirkby Stephen, Waitby is said to have been an ancient market town, with a castle, chapel and cemetery, but no trace of either is now to be seen. However, the school remains, standing proud on the fellside and, having been purchased recently by another local family, has been lovingly restored, in conjunction with English Heritage, to offer luxurious holiday accommodation. The property stands alone and enjoys uninterrupted views over the surrounding countryside, dotted with livestock and the occasional farmer and tractor at doin up time.

Helm Knott, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £240

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 6

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.

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.