Rose Cottage, cosy village hideout

Explore the coast, lakes and fells all in one visit. This cosy, charming cottage sleeps 2 people & infant. A log burner warms you in winter or in Summer enjoy relaxing in the pretty rear yard. Situated in a rural village with pub between the Lake District & Coast. With easy access to the Western Lakes & Fells as well as the more popular Lake District towns of Keswick, Windermere and Ambleside as well as the beautiful Solway Coast, Gilcrux is an ideal base to explore Cumbria whatever the weather. The space Rose Cottage is a cosy little cottage in the rural village of Gilcrux with one double bedroom, a dining room and a woodburning stove in the lounge. A bathroom with bath and separate shower and a shared, pretty rear garden. Situated in easy reach of the beautiful lakes and fells of the Western Lake District and the stunning Solway coast (AONB). Guests can enjoy a pint of real ale with a meal (on selected days) in the local, welcoming pub within metres of the front door or head to the bustling Lake District towns of Cockermouth, (famous for its annual food festival & Georgian Fair) or Keswick, or the coastal towns of Maryport, Silloth or Whitehaven. Guest access You will have full use of the cottage and its shared, pretty rear garden. On-street parking is available. One fire pack will be provided to guests with more available for subsequent nights at a cost of £8.00 per fire pack, which can be pre-ordered. The property has one television with firestick and wireless internet access. Bedding and towels are provided. Electric is included. We have a travel cot if required and can store bikes/kayaks on request. Other things to note The property is at least 300 years old with thick, cobbled walls. Electric heating is provided throughout and during the colder months guests should make use of the wood burning stove which, when used regularly warms the thick walls and provides a very cosy atmosphere. Rose Cottage has a washing machine, a launderette is also available at the caravan park in the centre of the village. The stairs in the property and to access the garden would not be suitable for people with mobility difficulties. Up to a maximum of 2 dogs are welcome to stay in the cottage, the charge is £30 payable on arrival.