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Scafell Sanctuary

Gosforth, Lake District
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Traditional cottage with feature wood burner for chilly nights
  • Excellent garden with views and different levels for dining alfresco
  • Within easy reach of Wasdale and Scafell Pike
Property code: SZ233

This traditional cottage is a delightful retreat for up to six guests, offering a vantage point for exploring the Western Lakes and Cumbrian coastline.

Nestled in the peaceful village of Gosforth, this delightful cottage can sleep up to six guests and is ideally placed for exploring coast and countryside alike. Plan your itinerary to involve days on the beach at Seascale 3 miles away, where you can explore the sandy beach and hunt for interesting creatures in the rock pools. Far removed from a traditional bucket-and-spade holiday, the western reaches of the Lake District are ripe for adventure with sweeping fells and magnificent mountains. Scafell Pike looms in the distance, inviting keen walkers to tackle its summit 9.5 miles away, but those who prefer a gentle amble will appreciate the footpaths leading from the village, be sure to look out for historic remnants dating back to Roman times as you explore.

Enter via the back door to find the newly fitted country cottage-style kitchen, a comfortable room that forms the hub of the home complete with hidden steps and stairs to various areas in the house. There is an electric Range cooker, a microwave and dishwasher plus plenty of storage space. There are steps up from the kitchen to a small boot room useful for leaving shoes and hanging coats, off this room is the modern bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC. Back in the kitchen, the original stairs are concealed behind a small door, which leads down to a utility room with a washing machine and freezer. A smaller set of steps lead up into the lounge where you can relax on the sofa with a glass of wine, lighting the wood burner and grabbing one of the throws on chilly winter evenings. Catch up on your favourite TV shows, watch a DVD, or play a board game around the table in the adjoining dining room. From here, you can descend a curved stone staircase to discover the snug, with double sofa bed, TV, DVD and feature stained glass window. Yet another set of stairs secreted behind a kitchen door reveals the first floor with a double bedroom with views to the Irish Sea,  the final bedroom is on the second floor. Tucked in the eaves of the house, the twin bedroom, also with lovely views, has two zip-and-link beds that can be converted into a king-size bedroom on request. Take care on the cottage-style stairs as they are steep.

Outside, the garden is set across several levels with a picnic bench and wood burner at the bottom, and a decked area at the top with garden sofas. The views across the countryside are impressive, best enjoyed over a glass of wine and an al fresco supper.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin zip-and-link
  • 1 bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC
  • Electric Range oven, fridge, microwave, dishwasher
  • Utility room with freezer and washing machine
  • Wood burner – first supply of logs provided
  • Smart TV, DVD
  • Towels not included
  • Decked garden set across several levels
  • Roadside parking (unrestricted opposite the cottage)
  • Outdoor wood burner
  • Please beware of reduced head height on the stairs leading from the kitchen to the lounge
  • Please note this property contains steep stairs
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Kieron Anderson

This property is personally managed by Kieron.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jane 7th June 2024

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A very comfortable house. It is well equipped. Great location for exploring the western lakes.

Reviewed by David 3rd June 2024

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Reviewed by Stuart 10th May 2024

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Reviewed by Hannah 10th November 2023

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Had a fantastic break. The cottage is cosy and quirky The perfect place to retreat after a full day of hiking and exploring. Our dogs felt just as at home as we did. Will definitely be returning.

Reviewed by Jolyon 27th October 2023

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Quirky cottage in Gosforth,great location,cottage has everything you need. Plenty of steps in the cottage with the ones to the bedrooms quite steep so you need to bare this in mind if booking. Enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Jennifer 29th September 2023

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Absolutely lovely cottage. Everything you could need was available. Great location for seascale and West Coast. Lovely pub just down the road, little convenience shop and bakery.

Reviewed by Simon 8th September 2023

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Very well appointed cottage, everything we needed, very secure for the dog, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Mark 25th August 2023

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Such a quirky cottage fabulous place to stay. If you have mobility problems this is not for you. There are a lot of steep steps. Didnt bother us though. Everything is thought out perfectly. If you forget to bring something with you its probably already there so dont worry Places to eat and drink close by at a reasonable cost. Beach is a short car jRead moreourney away or walk if you want to. Views are the best. Cant fault anything about this place. Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 16th June 2023

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Absolutely amazing, quirky cottage in a lovely and friendly village. Perfect location for visits to nearby Wast Water and the view from the bedroom windows was perfect. Thank you

Reviewed by Valerie 9th June 2023

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A super place to stay . Everything you need for a perfect holiday .

Reviewed by Gillian 29th April 2023

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Reviewed by Ian 26th December 2022

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Reviewed by Peter 21st October 2022

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