Welcome to High Greenrigg House 5 star self catering holiday cottages in the Lake District. Our cottages are located near Caldbeck in Cumbria, in a beautiful elevated position with glorious scenery, within the Northern Fells of the Lake District National Park.
Greenrigg House was originally a 17th Century hill farm, which is now a listed building, and it has been tastefully converted to form three unique and beautifully crafted 5 star Lake District cottages.
Swallows Rest cottage offers luxurious five star holiday accommodation for 2 people in 1 en-suite bedroom. Dated 1673 the little barn is attached to the main house and has been converted to retain much character with a wealth of old beams and features throughout. The old high barn door with slated overhang gives the impression of its former use and the interior will delight those who appreciate the charisma of a bygone age combined with highly appointed amenities and individual attention to detail.
Entrance to the cottage is through an oak stable door into the open plan living area with original exposed stone wall to one end. A fine stone fireplace with beam over houses a living flame gas stove. To the side are two stone supports on which sit an old stone slab. The colour TV, DVD and hi-fi system are sited on this slab. A beamed area with built-in oak bookcase makes an attractive feature of the under stair space and solid oak planked floor is very much in keeping with the building.
The dining area leads through from the living room and this in turn leads into the kitchen both of which have oak planked floors. The kitchen is custom made with all the units being of solid oak. There are mosaic slate tiles for the work tops with a double bowl ceramic sink and an induction hob set into the work tops. A built-in double over and microwave make cooking easier and the dishwasher, fridge and freezer are hidden behind oak doors underneath the work tops.
The dining table is made of a cart wheel with tree trunk for the base and the chairs are rustic but comfortable. This is situated by the barn door, which is glazed and at many times of the year there are numerous birds to delight the eye. The swallows return home and nest in the slate overhang. This year there were five young swallows born at Swallows Rest.
Oak stairs lead from the living room to the first floor with its pitched roof. Again all floors upstairs are oak planked. There is a king size bed with oak built in furniture and TV with video. An original horizontal beam is a most unusual and rather romantic feature and this divides the bedroom from the galleried landing, which looks down onto the dining area.
From the gallery, through an oak door into the shower room which is highly appointed. The shower is tiled with large slate tiles and incorporates a deep shelf within the shower cabinet and is most attractive.
Full gas central heating throughout and to the rear of the kitchen through an oak door there is a scullery with automatic washing machine and tumble drier. There is room here to put wet boots and coats, etc.
All electricity and gas are included in the rent - apart from laundry facilities for which there is a charge - monies into an honesty wash pot.
Bath sheets and robes are provided for use during your stay. Duvet and linen are provided too. Dual control electric blanket is on the bed and a hairdryer and trouser press are in the cottage.
There is a large shared garden with wooden garden furniture and there is ample parking near to the cottage.
An informative supply of leaflet and brochures are available in the cottage together with shopping requirements, dining out and interesting snippets of local information. Also books and magazines are there for your use.
The facilities of this five star luxury Lake District cottage for two include:
· Double oven electric cooker with ceramic induction hob.
· Dishwasher.
· Microwave.
· Fridge & freezer
· Automatic washing machine & tumble dryer.
· All modern facilities with double bowl ceramic sink and coordinating mosaic slate tiled work tops.
· Colour TV, DVD and Hi-Fi - colour TV and video in bedroom.
· Modern fully equipped Kitchen.
· The en-suite shower room tastefully designed.
Facilities available to all 3 of our Lake District cottages:-
· Large garden with garden furniture.
· Ample parking.
· All linen and towels are provided. Electricity, Gas and Central Heating included in the rent (apart from laundry facilities).
· Welcome pack including a bottle of wine together with homemade cake/biscuits, tea and milk are waiting to refresh you after your journey.
Please note that our Lake District cottages are strictly non-smoking, and we regret that Swallow's Rest is not suitable for children.
The surrounding countryside is there to explore. On a fine day the views towards the Caldbeck Fells and Scotland are simply breathtaking. The walks from the cottages are wonderful and varied. The pace of life hasn’t changed since the farm was built. The self catering cottages are ideally located close to Carlisle, Cockermouth, Keswick, and Penrith, with easy access from the M6. The Lake District has a wealth of attractions and things to do. Please click on any of the links on the map below to see some of the great places to see near our cottages.
Please click the links for more information on our other 5 star high quality Lake District Cottages:
· High Pike Cottage, Sleeps 4, luxury Lake District Cottage
· Brae Fell, Sleeps 5, Five star Lake District Cottage
If you would like more information on our wonderful luxury Lake District holiday cottage for couples please contact us.
