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The Lodge has been awarded '2008 Self Catering Holiday of the year' by Cumbria Tourism.
Our self catering cottage had been beautifully renovated, it was once the outbuilding and food store to the rear of what was formerly Hayton House Mansion. The Lodge sits in serene, open parkland only minutes from the village shop and traditional local pub.
With the border city of Carlisle close by to the west, the famous Blacksmith's shop of Gretna Green to the north, Brampton, Hadrian's Wall, Eden Valley and Lake District all within easy reach, it is the ideal self catering cottage to discover some of the most beautiful and historic parts of Cumbria and the Scottish Borders.
Accommodation
At the Lodge, we pride ourselves in the quality of all our rooms and nowhere is this more in evidence than in our huge country dining kitchen. No expense has been spared in providing all modern conveniences including the Gas AGA with Electric Module, Fridge-freezer, Dishwasher, Microwave and Waste Disposal Unit.
- Sleeps 6 plus cot
- Under floor heating throughout
- Hairdryer
- Childminding by arrangement
- Pre-Order Provisions
- Handmade soaps by 'Woadworks'
- Wedding package
- Fresh flowers
- Welcome box: Toffee/Fudge ' The Toffee Shop' Penrith, locally brewed beer, eco products, fairtrade tea/coffee
- Gas barbeque
- Wine Delivery Service
- Chef made Meals
- Delivery Service
Granite Worktops add an air of quality and the highly functional Breakfast Bar is a great place for the family to gather round. This characterful Oak Beamed room is further enhanced by the spacious Leisure area with its lovely views, sofas and flat panel TV.
Like other rooms in the property, the lounge benefits from oak beams and underfloor heating. A log wood burning stove adds to the character of the room and a radio/CD player/colour TV/DVD player are provided for guest entertainment.
A full length picture window overlooks a water feature and a box garden.
The master bedroom has a king-size bed and benefits from an en-suite shower room
The third bedroom has twin 3ft beds that can be linked together to form a super king size bed if required. The room benefits from french doors leading onto a patio & garden and also has an en-suite wet room with roll top bath
Prices include bed-linen, towels, heating, initial supply of logs for stove on arrival, cot and high chair, gas barbeque and welcome basket (with weekly bookings).
Please telephone or e mail to check availability for the dates you require, stating that you wish to book The Lodge. Please always provide your phone number as we cannot accept a provisional booking without this
Local Information
The area surrounding The Lodge offers a wealth of attractions and activities.
Eating Out & Pubs ...
We have a lovely traditional pub in the village offering real ales and a warm friendly atmosphere. Just under a mile away there is an old English pub serving meals all day. In surrounding villages there are more cosy pubs and restaurants with excellent food and real ales. Carlisle is only 8 miles away and offers a huge variety of restaurants to satisfy all tastes.
Activities ...
If walking is your recreation then The Lodge is the place to stay. Only 100 metres away are Gelt Woods, which covers hundreds of acres of unspoilt walks, ideal for a brisk morning walk! Close by lies Talkin Tarn Country Park with its 65-acre lake - perfect for a quiet stroll through the mature woodland. The park also offers an opportunity to sail, windsurf, canoe or hire a rowing boat for you to enjoy the tranquillity of the lake. You can also hire mountain bikes and there are suggested routes taking you through the beautiful countryside. Also nearby you can walk the Hadrian's Wall trail path, which stretches 80 miles to the coast. Those interested in Golf are spoilt for choice with three courses nearby who welcome visitors whatever their handicap. There are many opportunities for fishing in the local area.
Places Of Interest ...
We are ideally based for visitors to explore the surrounding areas most notably Hadrians Wall and even the Lake District is less than a half hours drive. The great Border City of Carlisle lies only eight miles away offering great shopping and much to see and do. You can visit the award winning Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery; Carlisle Castle founded in 1092 by William the Conqueror's son and the beautiful Carlisle Cathedral.
Within half and hour you can be in the beautiful Eden Valley stopping off at the bustling market town of Penrith, close to the Lake District. Gretna green only 15 miles away attracts romantics world wide to wed in the famous Blacksmiths Shop.
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