Dresden House

About this property

Perched in the small town of Aspatria in Cumbria, is this spacious basement apartment, Dresden House. Set within a Georgian house and below the owner’s home, Dresden House is an ideal pet-friendly base for a group or family of five, plus their canine companion, who are looking to explore the Lake District. After taking advantage of the ample off-road parking, be greeted by a large front patio with summer house, ideal for sitting out on warmer days. Step into the fully equipped kitchen/dining room, with dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, where you can cook up delicious meals for your loved ones, ready to enjoy at the dining table for six as you recount the days adventures.

After a hearty meal, retire to the sitting room which features a grand feature fireplace, where you can snuggle up with loved ones and enjoy a family film night on the TV. As your eyes grow heavy, retire to one of two well-presented bedrooms, a double and a family room with double and a single, to catch your rest in. In the morning, wake-up with a refreshing shower and a steaming cup of coffee out on the patio as you plan the days adventures. Explore the town, well-known for its setting on the site of an old Roman road and 19th-century church, where you will find the welcoming Letters Inn and Red Lion as alternative dining options, as well as a well-stocked convenience store and a good selection of takeaways.

The town also has its own railway station so you can easily tour your surroundings without having to drive! The popular town of Maryport is your next stop, here you can tour the Lake District Coast Aquarium, delve into history at the Senhouse Roman Museum, enjoy a leisurely stroll around the picturesque marina, or test out your swing at the Maryport Golf Club. Venture into the Lake District National Park, home to the wildlife rich Bassenthwaite Nature Reserve, the imposing peaks of Skiddaw, Grisedale and Scafell, along with the famous Lake Windermere. Head straight to the renowned lake where you can try your hand at a plethora of watersports including, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding, visit the popular attractions of the Windermere Jetty Museum and The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction or take in the exceptional views of the Langdale Pikes from atop Queen Adelaide’s Hill and Orrest Head.

Gather the ones who mean most for a memorable stay at Dresden House.

Aspatria is a tiny town in west Cumbria with a long history of human occupancy. The town is noted for its 19th century St. Kentigern church, which is built on the location of an old Roman route. Aspatria is a fantastic location for exploring the Cumbrian countryside, being only 5 miles from the shore and on the edge of the Lake District National Park. It has a train station as well as a few stores and taverns. Wigton, a market town a few miles to the north, still maintains a market every Tuesday in the covered market hall.

Accommodation

Basement apartment.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x family room with double and single.

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

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room

Gas central heating.

Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot available.

Off-road parking.

Front garden with patio and summerhouse.

Three well-behaved pet welcome Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles.

Note: There can be noise from local bars and the road, so please bear this in mind when booking