Stanley's Sanctuary

About this property

Set in the rural setting of the Forest Views Caravan Park in the village of Moota, near Cockermouth in Cumbria, rests this charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge, Stanley's Sanctuary. Boasting off-road parking, an enclosed decking, and a superb setting that enjoys gorgeous views of the surrounding countryside, this delightful stay welcomes a family of five or a group of friends, for a relaxing, self-catered escape in the beautiful Lake District National Park. Park up, unpack, and make yourself at home in your lovely new lodgings. Inside, you will find a bright, well-presented open-plan living space kept warm by an elegant electric fire, complete with a fully-equipped kitchen, a dining area where you and your loved ones can savour your home-cooked meals, and an inviting sitting area which offers the chance to kick back and relax whilst watching a film on the Smart TV. In warmer months, head outdoors onto the enclosed decking with a glass of your favourite tipple to toast your getaway whilst you soak in your stunning new surroundings. When sleep finally calls, refresh with a shower on your way to tuck yourself in for a well-earned rest in either a plush double or a tasteful twin bedroom. If you can tear yourself from your peaceful new lodgings, venture out and explore what your local area has to offer. Make the brief car trip into nearby Gilcrux, where you can load up on homely essentials at the Gilcrux Post Office before you settle down to enjoy a pub lunch at the Masons Arms to fuel the rest of your day. You can head over to Keswick which is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year, the town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Head south by car to the town of Cockermouth, where you can spend time roaming the serene grounds of Harris Park and the Memorial Gardens, pay a visit to the National Trust location of Wordsworth House and Garden, and stop by the historic landmark of Cockermouth Castle. You'll also find a plethora of must-see attractions within the Lake District National Park, such as the Keswick Museum, the Ambleside Roman Fort, and the mountain ranges of Skiddaw and Helvellyn. For the ultimate escape to Cumbria, look no further than Stanley's Sanctuary.

Gilcrux is a small farming village in west Cumbria which dates back to Norman times. The church built in 1199 was renovated in the 13th century. The village has a pub, a bistro and trout farm and is located near the west coast of Cumbria and the Solway Firth. The nearby town of Wigton is a traditional Cumbrian market town with a charter granted in 1262, and which still holds a market each Friday in the covered market hall. Wigton is a popular centre for shopping, pubs and restaurants, and also boasts a theatre, bowls, swimming, tennis and other sports.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite basin and WC, 1 x twin and 1 x sofa bed.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire

Gas central heating.

Gas oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer.

Smart TV and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking available.

Enclosed decking and patio.

One well behaved pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.2 miles, pub 2 miles.

Note: There are steps leading up to this property that may be unsuitable for those with mobility issues; please take care