7 Railway Cottages is a likeable terraced cottage located in Newby Bridge, Cumbria, in the North of England. Situated along the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway route, this historic property offers a pet-friendly accommodation for up to four guests. The cottage features a spacious kitchen/diner, a cozy living room with a woodburning stove, and two well-appointed bedrooms with stunning views of the open countryside. Guests can relax in the family bathroom with a bubble bath or quick shower before heading out to the lovely enclosed garden with a patio area and uninterrupted views.
Just a minute walk away from the property is the award-winning Swan Hotel and Spa, offering great beer, pub grub, fine dining, and a 5* Spa for extra pampering. The newly opened West Windermere Way provides a National Park walk from Newby Bridge to Lake Windermere, with a nature trail and playground nearby. Nearby convenience stores and a Booths supermarket in Ulverston provide easy access to essentials. The surrounding area offers fantastic walking opportunities, gourmet pubs, Michelin Star restaurants, and various activities such as boat trips on Windermere, treetop adventures at Go Ape, horse riding at Bigland Hall, and watersports on Coniston Water.
For rainy days, there are options like Cliffhanger Escape Rooms, the Lakeland Motor Museum, and the Lakes Aquarium. Fell Foot Park (National Trust) and Gummers Howe are also nearby attractions. Guests can enjoy a Sunday Lunch at the renowned Mason’s Arms on Strawberry bank. With easy access to Cartmel, Bowness on Windermere, Ambleside, Kendal, Ulverston, Grange over Sands, and Coniston, 7 Railway Cottages provides the perfect base for a Lake District holiday, catering to a variety of tastes and preferences.
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!