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The Old Bothy

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ID: S4005

Bedrooms 2
・Sleeps 4
・Pets No

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

The Old Bothy in Cumbria is highly praised for its exceptional cleanliness, comfort, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests consistently commend the thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, including age-appropriate toys and homemade treats. The property's location on a working dairy farm offers a peaceful retreat with opportunities for stargazing and interacting with farm animals, enhancing the rural experience.

Cleanliness

Reviewers unanimously mention the property's exceptional cleanliness, describing it as 'spotless' and 'scrupulously clean', indicating a very high standard maintained by the hosts.

Location

The property's location is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to the Northern Lakes, though it is noted to be a short drive from local attractions. The peaceful, rural setting is a highlight for guests.

Comfort

Guests find the cottage extremely comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and a cosy atmosphere. The property is described as welcoming and perfect for both families and couples.

Facilities

The property is well-equipped with high-quality furnishings, a wood-burning stove, and a well-appointed kitchen. Facilities for children, such as toys and play areas, are also highly regarded.

Thoughtfulness

The hosts' thoughtfulness is frequently highlighted, with personalised touches like age-appropriate toys and homemade scones. While gifts are warmly mentioned, it is important to note that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed.

About this property

The Old Bothy is a charming holiday property set on a working farm in a stunning location that rests on the edge of the Lake District, just a short distance to the Oddfellows Arms and The Greenhill Hotel, as well as only a few miles from the magnificent Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. One of two cottages set on the award-winning Red Hall Farm, which is a working mixed beef, arable and conservation farm, the self-catering Old Bothy cottage sleeps up to four guests, and is ideal for families, sharing friends or even couples seeking a relaxing, fuss-free escape to rural Cumbria. Red Hall Farm is a family friendly escape, boasting lots of items available to make your holiday stress free when staying with babies, toddlers or children of all ages! From high chairs to age appropriate toys, travel cots to outdoor sit and rides, toddler steps to toilet training seats, fire guards to stair gates! We also have an enclosed, grassed picnic/play area with slides and football nets. The superb semi-detached cottage, near Wigton, boasts two sumptuous bedrooms and a spacious sitting area containing a feature sandstone fireplace that divides the well-presented kitchen and dining areas. With the owner's tasteful added touches present throughout, this delightful Lake District cottage has been lovingly restored with many original features still thoughtfully preserved from the days in which it was used as a farm bothy. Bring your loved ones for a memorable escape to The Old Bothy. Note: This property can be booked along with Ref. 18931, together sleeping up to 10 guests.

The village of Bolton Low Houses offers a good pub serving food. The market town of Wigton and the village of Caldbeck are nearby. The area offers much to see and do and includes the towns of Penrith and Keswick, the cathedral city of Carlisle, Derwentwater and Lake Bassenthwaite.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Ground floor basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Eco-friendly electric central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Two travel cots, two highchairs and stairgate on request.

Off road parking for 2 cars.

Patio with furniture plus shared, grassed picnic/play area.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles.

Note: As property is on a working farm, children should be supervised at all times.

Note: The owner has dogs.

Note: There are 3 steps leading up from the patio/parking area to the property.

Please Note - This property does not accept commercial lets.

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