Sian's Rest

About this property

Built on the footprint of Hadrian's Wall Fort, discover Sian's Rest, a lovely shepherd's hut in Bowness on Solway, close to sandy beaches and the dreamy coast. Steps lead up to the property entrance, where a quirky open-plan layout awaits, comfy and inviting with curved ceiling beams. A collection of armchairs are scattered before a woodburning stove, with a triple bunk bed adjacent, so you can snuggle up amongst the warm ambience night after night. With your own little kitchen on hand, a warm cup of tea can be enjoyed in the morning hours, perhaps on the picnic bench, as you admire the wading birds and all-round natural scenery. Where these properties lie is on top of an old Roman Fort called ‘Fort Maia’ which was the second largest fought to be built on Hadrian’s Wall. To the outside, there is an allocated parking space, access to a well-stocked gym and a tearoom with a shop. Breakfast and evening meals can also be requested from the owners, please contact them before arrival to arrange. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 989070, 989071 and 989072, together they can sleep up to 12 people.

The village of Bowness-on-Solway lies within the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, to the west of the city of Carlisle. The village has a pub and a tea room and Hadrian’s Wall stretches from the village to Wallsend near Newcastle for some 73 miles, with the walk being defined as a ‘National Trail’. The surrounding area is rich in bird life visiting the sand dunes, salt marsh, shingle beds, and peat mosses, and there are many viewpoints and lay-bys, perfect for spotting the waders: oystercatchers, curlew, golden and grey plover, lapwing, knot, dunlin, bar-tailed and black-tailed godwit, redshank, and turnstone. In 1869 a rail line, the Solway Junction Railway, was opened between Bowness and Annan in Scotland, connecting to the Maryport and Carlisle railway. The 1 mile and 176 yard long iron girder viaduct across the water was damaged by an ice build-up in 1875, and again in 1881. It was repaired and continued as a passenger train until 1914 when it became a freight train until 1921, before finally being demolished in 1934. Nearby, the market town of Wigton and the city of Carlisle are popular centres for shopping, pubs and restaurants. Wigton also has a weekly market taking place every Friday and also boasts a theatre. The Victorian seaside resort of Silloth is 16 miles away, whilst Keswick and the heart of the Lake District are reached in 40 minutes' by car. A wonderful base for exploring Cumbria and the Scottish Borders.

Accommodation

One bedroom: 1 x triple bunks, Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove (seating for 2).

Oil central heating.

microwave and hob, fridge, TV with Freeview, Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair.

Off-road parking for 1 car.

Shared enclosed lawned area with picnic benches and BBQ.

One well-behaved pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 3 miles and pub 2 mins walk.

Breakfast and evening meals can also be requested from the owners, please contact them before arrival to arrange.

Note: Fully equipped gym included.

Note: There is The Solway Lounge bar and The Garrison Bistro on site.

Contact details will be sent in your key collection details in case you would like to book prior to arrival.

Note: Ceiling height restricted due to ceiling beams, and low doorways.

Note: Steps lead up to the property entrance.

Note: Xbox or PlayStation on request.

Smart TV - guests can use their own Netflix account.

Guests can request oven with 2 rings on top, or microwave.

Note: Ongoing construction on site, there will be parking for guests and private access to the properties located behind the initial works.

Please note this property accepts 1 well behaved dog of Labrador size or smaller.

There is a LayZ Spr additional cost and would be £40 per night, booked in advance and pay on arrival.