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Friday, 20 October 2023

The Hayloft - Cumrew House, Cumrew, Brampton, Cumbria


The Hayloft - Cumrew House, Cumrew, Brampton, Cumbria

Nestled within the picturesque Eden Valley, The Hayloft stands as a hidden gem in the Lake District. This splendid abode is part of the grounds of a Grade II listed Georgian Manor House, welcoming visitors with open arms to a world of tranquillity and comfort.

As you cross the threshold of The Hayloft, a bright terracotta-tiled entrance hall greets you through double glass doors. This warm reception boasts an array of brass pegs for hanging your coats and a slatted bench for the convenience of donning or removing your hiking boots after an adventurous day. An adjoining utility room comes replete with a toilet, washing machine, and tumble dryer, ensuring practicality and ease. For those inclined towards a game of tennis, rackets and tennis balls are discreetly stowed away in a cupboard beneath the stairs.

Ascending the stairs, you'll encounter a spacious, beautifully beamed living area. The well-appointed kitchen features a dishwasher, fridge, microwave, cooker, and an assortment of utensils for your stay, even including a cake tin for the aspiring bakers. A pair of bar stools at the dining side of the work unit encourage communal cooking and a shared culinary experience. The centrepiece of this open-plan room is a large extendable dining table, surrounded by comfortable dining chairs. At the far end of this welcoming space, a pre-lit woodburner takes centre stage, enveloped by plush sofas and a low coffee table. Modern amenities are at your fingertips, including a flat screen TV with a DVD player and an iPod dock with a CD player. Super-fast fibre broadband Wi-Fi extends throughout The Hayloft for seamless connectivity.

Continuing through a snug area and down a beamed corridor, you'll find two double bedrooms. Both rooms feature super-king beds that can be easily converted into twins, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The bathrooms adjoining these bedrooms are adorned with chequer-floored elegance and stocked with fresh white towels, with one offering a shower and the other a bath for your bathing preferences.

For leisure, a fully refurbished tennis court awaits your enjoyment, promising hours of active recreation. The walled garden, with its vibrant charm, provides a peaceful haven for savouring a glass of wine. Listen to the soothing hum of bees, now in their second year of honey production at Cumrew House. In this garden, four raised beds flourish with a variety of vegetables, and a help-yourself policy allows you to enjoy the season's bountiful fruits and vegetables.

When it's time for provisions, Brampton, just 6 miles away, offers a range of shopping opportunities, including excellent local butchers and a well-stocked Co-op. Nearby, several pubs serve exceptional locally-sourced cuisine, affording the family chefs a well-deserved break. The Blue Bell Inn in Newbiggin is a mere 1 mile away, while the Duke of Cumberland in Castle Carrock and the Pheasant in Cumwhitton are both within a 3-mile radius. For a broader spectrum of dining experiences, the bustling market town of Penrith, reachable in under half an hour, beckons for exploration and culinary discoveries.

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https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Cumbria/17763

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Monday, 24 April 2023

Gorton House & Cottages, Lasswade, Midlothian (Sleeps 1-33)


Gorton House & Cottages offers wonderful self catering accommodation in Lasswade, just outside of Scotland's fabulous capital of Edinburgh. All of our cottages are set within a walled garden next to Roslin Glen and enjoy stunning views towards the Pentland Hills.


Gorton House
A spacious five bedroom holiday house with all modern facilities which retains the character and features of the original 17th Century farmhouse and it’s Victorian extension. The master bedroom with its bay window framing the view over Roslin Glen is a favourite feature for guests, as are the grand staircase and the log burning stoves. The provision of a communicating (but soundproof) door at the end of the ground floor corridor means that Gorton House can be combined with the East Wing to allow flexible booking options for larger groups.

East House
The East house sleeps 6 in a double and two twin rooms. There is also a shower room and a bathroom. The house is equipped with modern facilities and retains its original character, dating from the early 17th Century. The ingle-nook fireplace in the sitting room houses a wood burning stove, perfect for keeping you toasty in the chillier months. The kitchen is well-equipped and a patio door opens onto a delightful garden area.

Stable Cottage
The first of our holiday cottages was created by the conversion of the former stables in the grounds of Gorton House. The views over Roslin Glen (a nature reserve on the banks of the River North Esk) towards the Pentland Hills are spectacular. As the conversion was extensive, (almost a complete rebuild) this holiday cottage enjoys modern standards of construction resulting in a very cosy premises but retaining the 17th Century look and feel. Sleeps 2 in a king room which has patio doors to the garden. The sitting room patio door looks directly onto fields and woods making Stable Cottage a favourite for wildlife enthusiasts. Flat-screen TV and Wi-Fi are available.

Orchard Cottages
These three Holiday Cottages were built to match the character of the nearby historic Gorton House. All have south-facing views into The Walled Garden and are named after the fruit trees are grown in the particular area in which they are situated. Each has its own spacious garden and private parking area. A short walk around Gorton grounds promises stunning views over Roslin Glen towards the Pentland Hills and surrounding countryside. Flat-screen TV and Wi-Fi are provided. All the cottages sleep 4 in a double and twin room.

Visiting Lasswade & Exploring Edinburgh
Edinburgh's famous Prince's Street and Edinburgh Castle is only a 20 minute drive away and the city provides all the attractions expected from Scotland's capital, yet within 5 miles of the rural setting of these holiday cottages are the sporting facilities of 8 golf courses, river and loch fishing, pony trekking, a dry ski slope and 3 leisure centres with swimming pools. The Penicuik to Dalkeith walk/cycle track passes the gates of Gorton House, while the Pentland Hills Regional Park provides the backdrop and is readily accessible. We are also ideally placed for the Scottish Golf Open just 20 minutes away by car. Further attractions to visit include:

Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect.
Kings Acre Golf Course.
Palace of Holyroodhouse.
National Museum of Scotland.
St Giles' Cathedral.

For more information please visit our website:

https://www.theholidaycottages.co.uk/Edinburgh/1441

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