Tucked away in the northern corner of Cumbria close to the Scottish Border and Gretna Green, famous for eloping couples getting married over the anvil, you will find the hamlet of Netherby, 5 miles north east of Longtown. Gretna Green is now a chic restaurant and shopping destination, designer shops can also be found at Gretna Gateway Outlet Village a mile away in Gretna.
The area is perfect for guests looking for a break where they can relax and unwind yet easily reach all the tourist hot spots and attractions. The northern Lake District with Lake Ullswater, home to the Ullswater Steamers and Aira Force, is less than an hours drive, continue along the lake shore road and over Kirstone Pass to the popular towns of Ambleside and Windermere. Hadrian's Wall is another popular attraction with visitors to the area, spend the day exploring Birdoswalds Roman Fort and reenact a Roman battle or marvel at the Roman artifacts in the museum. Spend sunny days relaxing on the beaches of the Solway Coast, no trip to the seaside is complete without fish and chips and Allonby is famous for its ice cream sundaes, the perfect treat whilst watching the sun set on the seas horizon. The Scottish Borders is home to many interesting villages, look out for some of the many festivals that take place regularly throughout the year.
The historic city of Carlisle is 10 miles away with all your high street shops, restaurants, pubs, cinema and theatre. Romantic river walks can be enjoyed through Rickerby and Bitts Park in Carlisle or along the River Esk in Longtown. There is a choice of 4 golf courses all within a half hours drive.
Fern Barn Cottages nestle in the grounds of the owners listed mill house amongst perfectly manicured gardens and on the banks of the Carwinley Beck meandering through the grounds. Tucked away from the crowds Fern Barn Cottages is perfect for a romantic getaway at any time of year where couples can enjoy hand in hand walks along the quiet country roads or simply snuggle up in front of the TV after a relaxing afternoon in the hot tub whilst sipping champagne. The 5 individually styled cottages offer luxurious accommodation with their own private patio area and hot tub. Larger groups can rent the 5 cottages together (Beckside Cottage, The Heronry, The Snug, Reflection and The Chard) giving each couple their own unique space but close enough to enjoy each others company.
With a wall of floor to ceiling picture window to take in the garden and beck, The Heronry has a spacious, luxuriously appointed, contemporary open plan living area with marble floors and underfloor heating throughout. The cottage has oil fired central heating and comprises: Spacious lounge/kitchen/diner with floor to ceiling window wall with freeview TV and DVD player. Kitchen fully equipped with electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave. Double bedroom with super king size bed, seating in front of the picture window to admire the views and Freeview TV. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, hand basin and WC. There is a small patio with furniture to the front of the cottage in the courtyard and a private patio to the rear of the cottage with a hot tub, lights guide you to the second patio by the banks of Carwinley Beck where you can watch the local wildlife.
All oil, electric, bed linen and towels included. Parking for 1 car. Private patio area with hot tub and shared use of the communal grounds.
PLEASE NOTE: The hot tub is emptied and cleaned between guests so may not be up to full temperature on arrival.
Located in Carlisle, this cottage is on a lake. Clan Armstrong Centre and The Sands Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Walby Farm Park and AMF Bowling. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brunton Park or Eden Rock.
Weekly price from £1064
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