Townhead Cottage is a charming stone cottage located near Pooley Bridge in Cumbria, North of England. The cottage can accommodate two people in its one double bedroom and features a bathroom, fitted kitchen, and a cozy sitting room with a dining area and logburner. Guests can enjoy the garden and roadside parking. The property is situated in the Lake District National Park, offering a romantic retreat throughout the year.
Amenities at Townhead Cottage include oil central heating, an open fire (logs available locally), electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD player, and WiFi. Bed linen and towels are provided, and a highchair is available upon request. The cottage does not allow pets or smoking. Guests should note that mobile phone reception is not available, and the property is accessed via seven stone steps. Children must be supervised near the stream opposite the cottage, and a four-wheel drive may be necessary in winter weather.
The Lake District region offers stunning mountains, open fells, and clear-water lakes, providing a range of outdoor activities such as walking, watersports, and leisurely cruises on steam-powered yachts. Pooley Bridge, a picturesque village on the edge of Lake Ullswater, features traditional inns, tea rooms, and the Ullswater Steamers for scenic boat rides to nearby villages. The area around Penrith offers cultural attractions like Penrith & Eden Museum and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum, as well as outdoor activities such as cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!