West Lakes Cottages

Brighida Cottage

Adjacent to Moresby Hall (a Grade 1 listed building) Rosmerta and Brighida cottages retain many original features. The interiors are refurbished and co-ordinated with pleasing decor. Relax in Moresby Hall's 2 acres of walled garden. ETC four star. All inclusive - Gas/electric, towels and bed linen. Free pack of basic groceries, cake and flowers. Full English breakfast in Moresby Hall on your first morning, for weekly guests. Short stays sometimes available. Self cater in the well-equipped kitchens, or try our "Eat-in-Cottage" freshly prepared meals, or dine in Moresby Hall (fully licensed). A semi-rural setting by the coast at Whitehaven, the historic harbour town. Convenient for North and West lakes, fells, cultural locations and tourist attractions. New golf course (2 miles) and 1/4 mile from the C2C cycleway providing interest for all ages. Only weekly bookings accepted Christmas & New Year. For more information please visit owners' website.

Chapelton

Situated within the Lake District National Park, 1 mile from the village of Eskdale Green, a spacious, detached bungalow standing in a large, lawned garden in an elevated position. Fantastic views up the Eskdale Valley towards Harter Fell and Muncaster Fell, swing, slide and sandpit for children. Private garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Pets are welcome. Ravenglass and Eskdale Miniature Railway 0.75 mile. Wastwater, Scafell Pike 5 miles, sandy beach 4 miles, Muncaster Castle 4 miles. An ideal base for walking or relaxing in beautiful surroundings, quiet and peaceful large lounge with multi fuel stove and superb views. An abundance of wildlife, deer grazing in the paddock and a great variety of birds can be observed.

Esk View

Comfortably sleeping 16, Esk View is ideal for large extended families, families sharing a holiday or groups of like-minded people. This spacious and luxurious house stands alone in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with exceptional views of the Lake District fells. For those of your who like a challenge, Esk View is just a 3 mile walk from the Scafell range (England's highest mountain). Alternatively, you may prefer to explore the natural grassland, woodlands and fields that surround Esk View, or play in the river close by. Whatever you choose to do, you can be sure that there is an abundance of wildlife to be seen. Although it was built in 1898, we extensively modernised this family home in 1996 while retaining the Victorian charm apparent in its mahogany staircase, marble fireplaces, kitchen flagstones and exposed beams. Esk View is just a 10 min walk from the village of Boot which boasts a Post Office, small shop, hotel and 2 pubs. It is also 10 mins from Dalegarth station, the terminal of the Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway. From November to March 3 night breaks are £600, contact owner for details. £100 returnable security deposit required.

Eskmeals House

Eskmeals House is a charming Georgian residence dating back to 1761 set in it's own grounds with walled garden and woodland. It is approached down a short lane through woodland. The House has accommodation for 21 people in 9 bedrooms and is suitable for large families or smaller families wishing to enjoy the space and ambience of a large, Gentleman's residence. Eskmeals is near to Ravenglass, a beach with sand dunes and estuary leading to the wonderful Eskdale Valley, Wastwater (England's deepest lake) and Scafell (England's highest mountain). Places of interest include: Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Muncaster Mill, the Eskdale Valley and Wasdale. Resident horses and donkey. SHORT BREAKS AVAILABLE PLEASE CONTACT OWNER +44 (0) 1229 717 151

No3 Randle How

No3 Randle How is an 18th Century Cottage situated in Eskdale Green in the heart of the Esk valley. Eskdale is a beautiful unspoilt valley on the western side of the Lake District National Park. The river Esk runs down the valley, starting among the highest mountains in England and ending in Ravenglass on the coast. At the top of the valley are Hard Knot Roman Fort and the road over to Ambleside. Train and river run down to the small village of Eskdale Green and on to Ravenglass on the coast. Near to Ravenglass is Muncaster Castle with its famous gardens and Owl Centre. The Valley also has five excellent pubs with Real Ale and good food. The Cottage is in a quiet part of the village and is an excellent base for walking, touring or a quiet relaxing rest throughout the year. It has Modern facilities while maintaining its traditional Style.

Potters Barn

2 Properties - Well equipped stone cottage with garden and a lovely flat in an imaginatively converted barn at Gosforth Pottery, within the Lakes National Park. It is a 5 minute walk to the shops and pubs in the pleasant village of Gosforth. Close to breathtaking scenery of Wasdale and Eskdale. It is a 5 minute drive to the seaside village of Seascale. There is a good beach and play area. Personally managed. Brochure available.

Rosmerta Cottage

Adjacent to Moresby Hall (a Grade 1 listed building) Rosmerta and Brighida cottages retain many original features. The interiors are refurbished and co-ordinated with pleasing decor. Relax in Moresby Hall's 2 acres of walled garden. ETC four star. All inclusive - Gas/electric, towels and bed linen. Free pack of basic groceries, cake and flowers. Full English breakfast in Moresby Hall on your first morning, for weekly guests. Short stays sometimes available. Self cater in the well-equipped kitchens, or try our "Eat-in-Cottage" freshly prepared meals, or dine in Moresby Hall (fully licensed). A semi-rural setting by the coast at Whitehaven, the historic harbour town. Convenient for North and West lakes, fells, cultural locations and tourist attractions. New golf course (2 miles) and 1/4 mile from the C2C cycleway providing interest for all ages. Only weekly bookings accepted Christmas & New Year. For more information please visit owners' website.

Routen House

Routen House offers gracious self catering holiday accommodation for up to twelve people. Originally a Victorian Country Farmhouse, it stands proudly by Ennerdale Water, one of the most spectacular and secluded lakes in the Lake District, Cumbria. The house itself has four acres of it's own land with pastures stretching down towards the lake. In the garden there is a feeling of peace with panoramic views of the high fells and the lake. The separate paddock has a bubbling stream that commences its journey in the mountains and finally into the lake. Built more than 150 years ago, Routen House has been extensively refurbished and redecorated over the past few years. Spacious and sleeping 12 (plus cot) it is ideal for large family gatherings or for parties of walkers and friends. The unspoiled, tranquil valley of Ennderdale is an ideal starting point for hundreds of walks - from gentle lakeside strolls to energetic mountain hikes (the views of Ennerdale and Buttermere lakes from the high fells are a stunning reward); rock climbing (a good base from which to approach Pillar); mountain biking in Ennerdale forest and fishing in the lake (permit required); pony trekking and quad-biking (available nearby).

The Hayloft

West Croft Cottages can be found in the unspoilt Cumbrian Village of Brigham, just outside the Lake District National Park 2 miles from the market town of Cockermouth. It is an ideal base from which to explore the quieter lakes and mountains of The National Park, and take in the attractions of the increaingly popular Solway Coast and West Cumbria coastal towns and villages. We have three cottages for you to choose from. All the the cottages form one side of an attractive secluded courtyard set well back from the village road. Each cottage has its own potio area with tables, chairs and barbeque in the courtyard and the use of a traditional games room with full size snooker table, table football and family games. The village has a children's park and playing field, a pub with restaurant, a general store and Post Office, an art gallery and course fishing lakes. The cottages are let on an individual basis, but as they are all next to each other, they are extremely suitable for larger groups of family and friends to holiday together.

The Owl Barn

The "Owl Barn" is a newly converted two-person holiday let at Hawes Farm, which is no longer a working farm. It is set in quiet countryside, in a hollow with a small stream and no neighbours. The farm stands on it's own, along a no-through road. It is peaceful and there are walks from the door. We have a lockable dry storage for bikes and off road parking. The Owl Barn is well equipped and features a large comfortable living area with wooden beams, views of the fells and a wood-burning stove. Ennerdale Lake is five minutes by car or half an hour by footpath. The North West is the quieter part of The Lake District. Only weekly bookings accepted Christmas & New Year.

The Saddlery

West Croft Cottages can be found in the unspoilt Cumbrian Village of Brigham, just outside the Lake District National Park 2 miles from the market town of Cockermouth. It is an ideal base from which to explore the quieter lakes and mountains of The National Park, and take in the attractions of the increaingly popular Solway Coast and West Cumbria coastal towns and villages. We have three cottages for you to choose from. All the the cottages form one side of an attractive secluded courtyard set well back from the village road. Each cottage has its own potio area with tables, chairs and barbeque in the courtyard and the use of a traditional games room with full size snooker table, table football and family games. The village has a children's park and playing field, a pub with restaurant, a general store and Post Office, an art gallery and course fishing lakes. The cottages are let on an individual basis, but as they are all next to each other, they are extremely suitable for larger groups of family and friends to holiday together.

The Stables

West Croft Cottages can be found in the unspoilt Cumbrian Village of Brigham, just outside the Lake District National Park 2 miles from the market town of Cockermouth. It is an ideal base from which to explore the quieter lakes and mountains of The National Park, and take in the attractions of the increaingly popular Solway Coast and West Cumbria coastal towns and villages. We have three cottages for you to choose from. All the the cottages form one side of an attractive secluded courtyard set well back from the village road. Each cottage has its own potio area with tables, chairs and barbeque in the courtyard and the use of a traditional games room with full size snooker table, table football and family games. The village has a children's park and playing field, a pub with restaurant, a general store and Post Office, an art gallery and course fishing lakes. The cottages are let on an individual basis, but as they are all next to each other, they are extremely suitable for larger groups of family and friends to holiday together.

Well Cottage

2 Properties - Well equipped stone cottage with garden and a lovely flat in an imaginatively converted barn at Gosforth Pottery, within the Lakes National Park. It is a 5 minute walk to the shops and pubs in the pleasant village of Gosforth. Close to breathtaking scenery of Wasdale and Eskdale. It is a 5 minute drive to the seaside village of Seascale. There is a good beach and play area. Personally managed. Brochure available.