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Welcome to Wood Farm Self Catering Cottages, situated in the Western Lake District in Cumbria, close to one of Britain’s most picturesque valleys - Lorton Vale. Nestling in the rural hamlet of Brandlingill, Wood Farm dates back to the 17th century. In its heyday, it was one of the larger, more prosperous farms in the area but nowadays, no longer a working farm, the country way of life offers a home to the Cooley family.
The holiday cottages have been tastefully converted from a disused barn to create two very spacious and delightful self catering cottages - Tithe Cottage and The Byre. Both cottages sleep 6 people in comfort and provide visitors with all the modern amenities expected in a luxury Lake District self catering cottage. One small pet is permitted in The Byre only.
Brandlingill is a superb base to explore both the Lake District and the historic Cumbrian coast. The lovely village of Lorton is two miles away with a pub and a shop. The lakes of Bassenthwaite, Buttermere, Crummock Water and Loweswater are all within a ten mile radius and there are walks of varying degrees of difficulty from the door or within a short drive.
The market town of Cockermouth is only 4 miles away where you can find the birthplace of Wordsworth. Take a scenic drive over Whinlatter (the only mountain forest in England) to the stunning Lakeland market town of Keswick where you find may speciality shops, cinema, galleries and more. The harbour towns of Whitehaven and Maryport are twelve miles West and a little further afield is the Solway Firth, a particular favourite with ornithologists.
Wood Farm consist of two luxury self catering Cumbrian cottages - The Byre and Tithe Cottage. Both cottages have been converted to the highest standard and they comfortably sleep up to six people each.
The cottages are very similar in design and layout - On the ground floor there is a large lounge with Television, video and stereo; a fully equipped modern kitchen including dishwasher, fridge/freezer, double cooker, washer/dryer and microwave (this also incorporates a good sized dining area). There is also a bathroom with shower and w.c. and an area to hang you jackets and leave your boots.
On the first floor are three bedrooms - one double and two twin rooms - and a bathroom with bath (including shower). The bedrooms are light and airy and linen and towels are provided for your stay.
Outside is a courtyard area and parking is provided. Children are very welcome (Cot & High chair are available). One well behaved pet is also welcome (in The Byre only - please mention when making an enquiry).
The cottages are owner maintained and the owners are nearby. Oil fired central heating is included within the price. The self catering cottages are strictly non smoking.
Your stay at Wood Farm cottages can offer you much - the opportunity to bask in the beauty of the many lakes and mountains in the area; to appreciate the wonderful coast line with its marinas and beaches; to experience the true wonders of our countryside and wildlife and finally to discover the areas great history & heritage. With so much on offer, the cottages at Wood Farm are truly a great base to explore the region.
Nearby, the rural market town of Cockermouth (4m) boasts the birth place of William and Dorothy Wordsworth and the home place to Jennings Castle Brewery since 1874. Cockermouth provides some magnificent examples of Georgian architecture and with galleries, river walks, parks, pubs and restaurants it is an attractive place to visit.
You may wish to take a drive through the picturesque village of Lorton (2 miles away) and on down the Lorton Vale to experience the magical beauty of Crummock Water and Loweswater. Further afield is Buttermere with Red Pike, Hay Stacks and High Stile, steeped in the spirit of the famous walker, Wainwright. Ennerdale Water is also within easy reach. Alternatively, a drive down the coast road can take you to Wastwater, the deepest lake in Britain, and to Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England (977metres). At Ravenglass (45 minutes away), enjoy a ride on the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway. Enjoy seven glorious miles of outstanding beauty from an open or covered steam train carriage. Perhaps combine this with a trip to Muncaster historic castle with its 77 acres of Himalayan gardens, heron happy hour and owl sanctuary.
East along the A66, lies Bassenthwaite Lake (10 miles away), the only true lake in the Lake District. In recent years, Whinlatter forest, adjacent to the Lake, has been home to the ospreys. A few miles on, and you reach the charming, Lakeland market town of Keswick which nestles on the shores of Derwentwater, overlooked by Skiddaw. This beautiful Lakeland town has much to offer - shops, walks, boat trips, galleries, leisure pool and the impressive "Theatre by the Lake".
The Western Cumbrian shore line boasts some award winning beaches - St Bees (the start of Wainwright’s Coast to Coast walk), Allonby and Silloth. The harbour town of Whitehaven (once England’s third largest port) offers the unique chance to recapture the atmosphere of an 18th century maritime port. Further along the coast, the Solway estuary, a designated Site of Special Scientific interest offers the chance to see where some rare and wonderful creatures live whilst the Solway Coast is designate as an official Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; rich in bird life, a favourite with ornithologists.
For the cyclist, Whinlatter forest offers many routes of varying
difficulties, whilst the famous C2C cycle route passes through the village of
Lorton.
Wood Farm cottages offers numerous opportunities for all types of walks. From the Farm, the bridle pathway opposite leads up to a fell road where you may chose to walk to the picturesque Lakeland village of Lorton, alternatively, for the more ardent walker, take the fell road and beyond to Loweswater. Each walk gives some very panoramic Lake District views. However, if you simply wish to unwind, a gentle walk down our peaceful country lane is very pleasant.
Ten miles away at Buttermere the mountains of Red Pike, Hay Stacks and High Stiles offer a number of impressive climbs. You may even chose to go up and then descend into the next valley - Ennerdale Water. At nearby Crummock Water and Loweswater there are many scenic low level walks along and around their waters edge.
The famous Borrowdale fells are within easy reach (which is one of the most beautiful drives in England). Great Gable, Glaramara and Scafell amongst others are only twelve miles away.
Take a drive to Whinlatter Forest Park where woodland walks give rise to some spectacular view points across Bassenthwaite Lake. Journey on to Keswick where you can combine boat trips around Derwentwater with gentle walks along its waters edge. For the more ambitions a climb up Skiddaw may be on the agenda where, on a good day, views of the Isle of Man are possible.
Finally, the Cumbrian shoreline gives ample opportunity to sample some delightful coastal walks (St Bees, 12 miles away, is the start of the Coast to Coast walk).
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Cumbria self catering holiday cottages