High Wallowbarrow Farm Cottage

Broughton-in-Furness 6 miles. A comfortable semi-detached cottage situated next to the owner's home, in the hamlet of Ulpha, in one of the most stunning valleys in the Lake District, the Duddon Valley. As you approach the cottage up a private track through countryside you will be enthralled by the breathtaking scenery and the farm is nestled directly beneath Wallabarrow Crag, a favourite for climbers. If you wish for a tranquil get away from it all, this is a great rural break in outstanding scenery for you to holiday with family or friends. There are two comfortable bedrooms, both with views to the garden and fells at the back and is on the ground floor with the bathroom also on the same floor. The character kitchen with dining area has beams, with the cosy lounge waiting for you to enjoy at the end of your day’s activities. Enjoy the garden which has a small brook running through it along with views from all directions. With stable doors at the front and back out to the garden this delightful location is perfect for superb walking or cycling from the door. Locally, nature lovers will be spoilt with the area, as the farmland has one of the largest oak birch woodlands on its land, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest with a plethora of bluebells in spring. Historically there are also charcoal pigsteads and sheep washing dubs on the farm. Locally there are the Swinside Stone Circle, Barnscar Bronze Age Settlement at Devoke Water, with a Roman Fort on Hardknott Pass. Close by is also the single track steam train La’al Ratty which runs down to the coast at Ravenglass. Also the majestic Muncaster Castle is said to be haunted with its owl and hawk sanctuary with the Himlayan Garden and many more year round events. With this cottage’s idyllic location the superb walking has to be high on the agenda with Coniston Range Fells accessible from the door, along with the beautiful Duddon Valley to explore. Broughton-in-Furness is just 20 mins away, a historic village dating back to the 11th century with pub, restaurant and bakery as well as a historic square with stocks. This cottage is perfect for those seeking to enjoy this glorious area and truly get away from it all in a breathtaking location in this less crowded area of the lakes in all seasons. Two bedrooms: 1 x ground floor 4’ double, 1 x family room with 1 king-size double and 1 single. Ground floor bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room. Amenities for Rental Oil central heating Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, TV with Freeview, DVD Fuel and power inc. in rent Bed linen and towels inc. in rent Ample off road parking Bike storage Shared lawned garden One well-behaved pet welcome Sorry, no smoking Post office and shop 2.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles Note: This property is on a working farm with animals Note: The property has a small beck close to the back door, children must be supervised at all times Note: The property is reached by a 3/4 mile farm track and gates on route should be closed after passing through Note: There is no mobile reception at the farm itself; some reception is available in the valley depending on provider Note: There are two steps into the lounge and steps into the bathroom Note: The garden is shared with the owner who lives in the adjoining cottage.