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Thursday, 26 October 2023

Dickinson Place, Allonby, Maryport, Cumbria


Dickinson Place, Allonby, Maryport, Cumbria

Dickinson Place Holiday Cottages in Allonby provides exceptional self-catering accommodations in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Maryport, making it an ideal choice for a serene and memorable stay in Cumbria.

With a variety of six cottages to choose from, accommodating between 2 to 6 people, each one is uniquely set within a charming courtyard and boasts its own distinctive character. Many of these cottages still retain their original features, such as cobbled walls and oak beams, adding a touch of rustic charm to your stay. To make you feel right at home, a welcoming package of wine, luxury biscuits, and milk is provided for your arrival.

These cottages offer a range of amenities to enhance your stay, including a well-equipped kitchen with appliances like an electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, and undercounter fridge/freezer. Some cottages, like Turpin House, even come with a dishwasher, making your self-catering experience as convenient as possible. In the living area, you'll find Freeview TV, a DVD player, CD player, radio, and Bluetooth, ensuring you have plenty of entertainment options at your fingertips.

Here's a brief overview of the different cottages available at Dickinson Place:
- Barley Cottage: Sleeps 5, with 1 king, 1 twin, and 1 single. Shared bathroom with a cast iron claw foot bath and separate shower cubicle.
- Engine House: Accommodates up to 6 people, featuring 1 king en suite, 1 double, and 1 twin. The bathroom includes a cast iron claw foot bath, with an additional WC downstairs.
- Turnip House: Sleeps 3, with 1 king and 1 single. The rooms share a bathroom with a shower over the bath, and there's a WC on the ground floor.
- Eighteen Byre: Offers accommodation for up to 6 people, with 1 king, 1 double, and 1 twin. The rooms share a bathroom with a shower over the bath, along with a wet room.
- Eight Byre: Ideal for 2 guests, providing a studio double bed and a bathroom with a shower over the bath.
- Milking Parlour: Accommodates up to 4 people, featuring 1 king and 1 twin. The rooms share a bathroom with a shower over the bath.

While staying at Dickinson Place, you'll also have the opportunity to explore Allonby and the wider Cumbria region. Take a leisurely stroll to the sandy beach, embark on picturesque hikes in the Lake District, enjoy a round of golf at local courses, or explore the scenic Solway Coaster route on your bicycle. For nature enthusiasts, the enchanting Whinlatter Forest is just a short 15-minute drive away, offering even more outdoor adventure possibilities.

At Dickinson Place Holiday Cottages, you'll find the perfect blend of comfort, natural beauty, and accessibility for an unforgettable Cumbrian retreat.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/cumbria/172

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Monday, 7 August 2023

Chilton Farm Cottages, Brighstone, Isle of Wight


Chilton Farm Cottages, Brighstone, Isle of Wight

Nestled within the picturesque Brighstone on the Isle of Wight, Chilton Farm Cottages offers a collection of eight delightful holiday cottages, providing the perfect escape in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set in a charming courtyard within the historic eighteenth-century Chilton Farm, these cottages offer a peaceful and idyllic holiday retreat.

Tastefully Converted Cottages

The cottages are lovingly converted from an old block of stables, exuding charm and character. Each cottage is thoughtfully designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, ensuring a friendly and relaxing stay. Located in the serene countryside of Brighstone, the cottages provide a tranquil haven for nature lovers and peace-seekers alike.

A Cottage for Every Group Size

Chilton Farm Cottages offer a variety of cottages to cater to different group sizes and preferences:

1. Frostedthorn Cottage - Sleeps 2: Featuring 1 bedroom with two single beds, a bathroom, lounge, and kitchen.

2. Hazel Cottage - Sleeps 5: Boasting 2 bedrooms, including a master bedroom with an en-suite shower with a double and single bed, a second bedroom with en-suite shower and 2 single beds, a lounge, and a kitchen.

3. Appletree Cottage - Sleeps 8: This spacious cottage comprises 3 bedrooms (1 family room, 1 double room, and 1 twin room), along with 1 shower, 1 bath, a lounge, and a kitchen.

4. Beech Cottage - Sleeps 8: Similar to Appletree Cottage, this charming abode offers 3 bedrooms (1 family room, 1 double room, and 1 twin room), 1 shower, 1 bath, a lounge, and a kitchen.

5. Cherry Cottage - Sleeps 7: With 3 bedrooms (1 double room, 1 twin room, and 1 bunk and 1 single bed), 2 bathrooms, a lounge, and a kitchen, this cottage provides ample space for a relaxing stay.

6. Damson Cottage - Sleeps 2-4: Ideal for a small family, this cottage features 1 bedroom with a double bed and bunk beds, 1 bathroom, a lounge, and a kitchenette.

7. Elm Cottage - Sleeps 5: Boasting 2 bedrooms (including a master bedroom with an en-suite shower with a double and single bed, and a second bedroom with 2 single beds), a large lounge, and a kitchen.

8. Golden Rain Cottage - Sleeps 2: Offering a cosy escape, this cottage includes 1 double bedroom, a bathroom, a lounge, and a kitchenette.

Facilities to Enjoy

On-site, guests can enjoy the use of two tennis courts and a charming small lake/large pond, perfect for trying your hand at carp fishing.

Exploring Brighstone and Beyond

Just a short stroll down a private track will lead you to the unspoiled sandy beach at Chilton Chine, offering a tranquil spot to unwind. Brighstone village, on the edge of this location, features a selection of shops, a pub, and a licensed café, providing all the essentials for a delightful stay.

Experience the serenity and beauty of Chilton Farm Cottages, where nature and relaxation await you on the Isle of Wight.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/isle-of-wight/1487

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Thursday, 11 May 2023

Parklands Holiday Centre, Hemsby, Norfolk (Sleeps 1-6)


Parklands Holiday Centre offers a range of excellent self catering accommodation in Hemsby. Our 16 spacious, detached bungalows are nestled in four acres of tranquil parkland. Our holiday centre in Norfolk is perfect for exploring the sandy beaches and gorgeous coastal scenery.

Accommodation
Our 16 properties are tastefully furnished and come with a range of facilities to suit all your needs. There is also a large play area for children with a covered area for table tennis, pool, table football and much more. All the bungalows have an outside table and chairs, ideal for a coffee in the morning sun.

Blue Harmony, Blue Melody, Blue Caroline, Blue Heather, Blue Safari, Blue Miami, Blue Haze, Blue Haven, Blue Claire and Blue Julie
All these properties sleep 6 people in two double rooms and a twin. They include a comfy lounge with a dining suite, a TV and a DVD player. The kitchen is well-equipped and they come with either a bathroom with an electric shower over the bath or shower enclosures.

Blue Pines
Sleeps 6 in two bedrooms, with each bedroom including a double bed. One bedroom also has a Z-bed and the bathroom has a shower.

Blue Charm and Blue Sapphire
Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms. There is a bath and separate shower enclosure in Blue Charm and a shower over the bath in Blue Sapphire. The double bedrooms have a wall-mounted TV.

Blue Sandy
The property sleeps 6 in a double en suite, double and twin room. The main bathroom has a walk-in shower and bath. The large lounge has Satellite TV and double doors to the dining room. The kitchen is well-equipped and outside on the patio, there is a table and chairs for al fresco dining.

Blue Gardenia
Sleeps 6 in a twin, 2 doubles and a single. The bathroom has a shower and bath. The kitchen is well-equipped and there is a large lounge to relax in. There is a separate dining room and patio doors lead to the enclosed garden.

Blue Dell
Sleeps 5 in two double rooms. A Z-bed is available for a 5th person. The bathroom has a shower and there is also a garden to unwind in.

Visiting Hemsby & Exploring Norfolk
Hemsby village centre is only a few minutes away and has a Co-op supermarket, butchers, bakers, takeaways, hairdressers and a pharmacy. Great Yarmouth is only a 10-minute drive away and Broads are right on our doorstep, great for boating, fishing, birdwatching and sightseeing. Brilliant attractions to visit include:

Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens.
Hirsty's Family Fun Park.
Winterton Beach.
Caister Castle.
Lost World Adventure Golf.
Horsey Gap.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Norfolk/17005

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Thursday, 4 May 2023

1 Blackhorse Yard, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk (Sleeps 2-8)


1 Blackhorse Yard is a family friendly holiday cottage situated in Wells-next-the-Sea in Norfolk. Our holiday home can sleep up to 8 people and is in a quiet part of town yet only a short stroll from the quay, shops, pubs and restaurants.

About 1 Blackhorse Yard
Our spacious, end of terrace holiday home has been furnished and equipped to a high standard to ensure guests are comfortable during their stay. The holiday accommodation comprises of:

Lounge with widescreen TV, DVD player and CD player.
Cloakroom/WC with wash hand basin.
Fitted and fully equipped kitchen/dining room with large window overlooking the garden.
Bedroom 1 with a king bed.
Bedroom 2 with king bed & wash basin.
Bedroom 3 with two single beds & wash basin.
Bedroom 4 with two single beds & wash basin.
Bathroom with bath, mains pressure shower, wash basin and WC.
A secluded, enclosed rear garden with picnic table and flower beds.

To the front, there is parking space for 2 cars, whilst at the rear, there is a pleasant enclosed garden with a large picnic table.

Visiting Wells-next-the-Sea & Exploring Norfolk
Wells-next-the-Sea is a small picturesque Norfolk town between Holkham and Blakeney with a traditional fishing harbour and sandy beaches backed by Pinewoods. The Wells area is renowned for bird watching, has many splendid walks, including the coastal paths, fascinating salt marshes and a superb clean sandy beach. Within easy reach, there are many places of interest, including Bircham Windmill, Brancaster, Burnham Market, Hunstanton and Sandringham. Excellent attractions to visit include:

Holkham Hall.
Holkham beach.
Wells & Walsingham Light Railway.
Holkham Bay.
Walsingham Abbey.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Norfolk/14762

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Monday, 17 April 2023

Murrister, Uyeasound, Unst, Shetland Islands (Sleeps 1-4)


Murrister ia a traditional croft holiday cottage in Uyeasound at the south end of the beautiful Shetland Island of Unst.

Surrounded by fields often with a range of cows, sheep and Shetland ponies, and rabbits, birds and wild flowers in profusion the cottage overlooks the village itself. There are numerous walks for all levels in the area, long sandy beaches, remains of Viking settlements, a ruined castle and fishing lochs.

Accommodation
The self catering house itself has recently been upgraded with a new roof, insulation and double glazing, and new fitted kitchen, bathroom and flooring in the extension. The small extension to the right was the original barn and is set for conversion to a studio should any visiting artists wish to make use of it. Beyond the barn was the byre, now roofless but a wonderful sight in summer as it is full of honeysuckle and just opposite the barn is the remains of the hen house.

The house has been in my family since the mid 1800s and many of the items of furniture and ornaments belonged to my grandmother and have been there for all of my memory. My grandmother was an amazing woman, living here on her own with a peat fire no bathroom only a single cold tap, yet totally blind. I don’t think as a child I really thought of her as blind, she was so independent.

To the front of the house there is a small garden – somewhat overgrown but a project for another year. Facing the west it makes a pleasant place to sit in the evening with a glass of wine. (weather permitting!)

You enter into a small vestibule with a rather large sideboard. It belonged to my mother along with the table in the kitchen. However because the doorways in the original part of the house are narrow it is impossible to fit it anywhere else! Sometimes you don’t think about these things – I discovered that a chair I had brought up for the sitting room would not fit through the door no matter how I tried. After a variety of unhelpful suggestions it found a home in the local coastguard station!

The kitchen is fully equipped with hob/oven, washing machine/tumble drier and fridge/freezer. Outside there is a drying green with clothes poles and rope. Plenty of crockery, cutlery etc is supplied. There are also some spare wellies, torches and a mobile phone linked to Vodaphone for emergencies as O2 reception is erratic. The views are very peaceful and rabbits can frequently be seen just outside the window. Large families of starlings live in the stone dykes so don’t be alarmed when they tap dance on the roof at certain times of the year!

The bathroom is compact but provides both a shower and bath. Products from the Shetland Soap Company are there for you to try, and can be purchased from their shop in Lerwick.

A narrow passage links the extension to the original house – various appliances are stored under the stairs, and a ‘jumper board’ complete with jumper adds the traditional feel.

This was the ‘but’ end – the room used for everyday living. A Raeburn stove used to occupy the space where the solid fuel heater now stands. I can clearly remember my grandmother cooking and baking there. If you have experience of using a coal/wood burning fire please enjoy the experience but for those of you who are less sure there are electric heaters throughout the house and electric storage heaters in most rooms. Most of the furniture in this room has always been there but a television/DVD has been added and the bookcase contains a range of reading material for you to browse.

The ‘ben’ end was always the ‘good’ room reserved for special visitors. It once contained an organ which I can remember trying to play as a child. Again much of the furniture is of a traditional nature. Here you might enjoy relaxing with a cup of tea or gather round the table to play some of the varied board games provided.

Originally the window at the bottom of the stairs was a door way to a porch with access to the front garden but this was demolished and the wall built up to make the whole house warmer.
The stair is quite narrow and steep so do take care – make use of the original brass hand rail which has been carefully polished by generations!

The stair leads up to the two bedrooms, both of which have sloping ceilings with sky lights which let in a surprising amount of light. On the right is the twin room and on the left the double. An additional folding bed is stored under the stairs and could suit a child or overnight visitor.

Bedding and towels are provided, and there is both drawer and hanging space in both bedrooms.

Local Area
Sadly the local school, church and shops have closed but travel 6 miles north to Baltasound and you will find all amenities – church, school and leisure centre which is open to the public, 3 shops one with a bakery attached, cafes, post office and hotel. Move north again to Haroldswick where there is a restaurant on the converted RAF base Saxavord along with the local brewery and small chocolate factory.

You can also visit a reconstructed Viking long house and ship, an excellent maritime museum and the local heritage centre where you can find out about the history of Unst and see examples of crafts. Again there are many walks in this area including the nature reserves at Hill of Hamar and Hermaness. Pick your route carefully and you will be able to see Muckle Flugga and the Oot Stack – the final rock of Britain or Ultima Thule (the end of the earth). Always check out the public notice board in Sandisons shop for local events – music evenings especially should not be missed.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Shetland-Islands/13803

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Monday, 6 March 2023

Nolton Haven Farm Cottages, Nolton Haven, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire (Sleeps 1-4)


Nolton Haven is a quiet hamlet that lies at the centre of the beautiful St Brides Bay coastline with steep, undulating cliffs and sandy beaches, completely unspoilt but within easy reach of Haverfordwest, the 'county town' and many nearby coastal villages.

Our private complex of cottages nestling at the heart of the beachfront.

The cottages have an open-plan design which is cosy, comfortable, well-appointed and provides the benefits of modern-day living. Some have galleried bedrooms accessed by handcrafted feature staircases, with most lounge and bedroom windows enjoying wonderful sea views.

With extensive private lawned gardens occupying Nolton Haven's beachfront, our grounds provide something for everyone from somewhere to take your morning coffee, afternoon tea or perhaps a barbeque in the evening.

Bluebell Cottage - Sleeps 4
Upstairs galleried bedroom with one double and additional single. Downstairs bedroom with triple sleeper, consisting of a full size double with single above.

Thrift Cottage - Sleeps 2
One ground floor twin room and a double bed settee in the lounge. The cottage is all on one level, ideal for those who are less mobile. Bedroom 1 has twin beds or together as a double with a bed settee in the lounge.

Honeysuckle Cottage - Sleeps 4
Upstairs galleried bedroom with one double and one single bed. Downstairs twin bedroom. This holiday cottage has a bay window with views across Nolton Haven.

Buttercup Cottage - Sleeps 4
Upstairs galleried bedroom with one double and one single bed. Downstairs twin bedroom. The cottage has a bay window with views across Nolton Haven.

Primrose Cottage - Sleeps 4
Upstairs galleried bedroom with one double and one single bed. Downstairs twin bedroom. Lounge, dining room enjoying sea views, sat/tv.

Rose Cottage - Sleeps 4
This cottage has two separate ground floor bedrooms. One with twin beds the other accommodating a double bed and additional single j bed.

Extra Info
Most of the self catering holiday cottages have a mixture of upstairs galleried bedrooms and ground floor twins. Cots, high chairs and stair gates are available on request. All bathrooms are on the ground floor of each cottage and have a shower, WC, washbasin, heated towel rail and shaver lights. Living/ dining/ kitchen - open plan fully fitted kitchens with electric cooker/oven, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher and automatic.
washing machine. Dining - Welsh dresser and pine dining suite. Living - Most with windows enjoying sea views. 3 piece suites, colour TV. Dual circuit heating, please note that night storage heaters are all-inclusive.

Visiting Nolton Haven & Exploring Pembrokeshire
This magical beachside location offers the perfect destination for couples, families and groups alike. Set in a stunning and unique position our grounds extend to the water’s edge offering direct access to the sandy beach and coastal path. Such an idyllic coastal setting and our extensive lawns/grounds are proving a popular choice for wedding celebrations, either in conjunction with local venues or for a wedding with a unique, relaxed, informal, easy style, perhaps a BBQ. The wedding party can wander down to the beach, children can play and adults can relax. All this provides a dream backdrop for the photoshoot. Pembrokeshire has lots to offer everyone, with so much to see and do, whatever your interests you will be spoilt for choice from visiting St David’s the smallest Cathedral city in Britain to the Lilly Ponds at Bosheston, surfing nearby beaches to bird watching and cycling.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Pembrokeshire/369

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Hope Cottages, Old Bolingbroke, Lincolnshire (Sleeps 1-3)


The two holiday cottages offer 4 star Gold graded, self catering accommodation within the historic Royal Village of Old Bolingbroke and are furnished and equipped to the highest standards.

Whether you are looking for rolling countryside, varied coast or interesting market towns, Hope Cottages are ideally situated for you to explore the peace & quiet of Lincolnshire.

Accommodation
Number 1 Hope Cottage: No 1 Hope Cottage offers well-featured accommodation for three people in two bedrooms (one double, one single) and also comprises comfortable lounge, kitchen/diner and bathroom.

Outside, there is off-road parking for two cars and a garden which includes a Summerhouse and sundeck as well as boasting pleasing open countryside views.

Beyond the garden to No 1 there is a small orchard, access to which is shared with guests at our sister cottage, No 2.

Number 2 Hope Cottage: No 2 Hope Cottage is rich in country cottage features including beamed ceiling, some low height doors and sloping ceiling in the bathroom. The fully refurbished cottage offers 4 Star accommodation for three people (one Double and one Single). The kitchen and utility room offer ample space and equipment for your self catering needs, with dining in the relaxed ambience of the lounge/diner. The two bedrooms and bathroom are on the first floor via the original winding staircase.

To the front of the holiday cottage, there is a small garden and dedicated off road parking for two cars; to the rear of the cottage, there is a private garden with summerhouse. Beyond the garden is a small orchard, enjoying views of the open countryside, which is shared with our sister cottage, No 1.

Hope Cottages are generously equipped with dishwasher, washer/dryer, CD/radio, TV/Video with Freeview TV and built in DVD player and complimentary safe deposit box. Freshly laundered linen and towels are included.

The summerhouses and gardens allow you to relax and enjoy the sun without leaving the cottages. In colder months the holiday cottages are warmly heated to give that cosy retreat feeling.

Guests have shared use of an orchard.

Visiting Old Bolingbroke & Exploring Lincolnshire
Imagine roads with few cars, miles of country walks away from the crowds, wide-open sandy beaches... There's plenty to explore; Tattersall Castle (National Trust) is a short distance away, the Aviation Museum at East Kirkby is literally around the corner, the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is housed at Coningsby nearby.

An outdoor swimming pool, home of English Golf and a most unusual cinema (Kinema in the Woods) await you at Woodhall Spa about 15 minutes drive from the cottage. If you are looking for Antiques, try Horncastle (10 miles) described recently as Britain's Antique Town.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Lincolnshire/3860

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