Located in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, the semi-detached cottage on Roa Island can accommodate up to six people in its three bedrooms. The property features a double bedroom with an en-suite, a twin bedroom, and a bunk room, as well as a family shower room. Inside, there is a kitchen/diner and a sitting room with a woodburning stove, providing a cozy and comfortable living space. Outside, guests will find ample off-road parking and a rear enclosed garden with a lawn and patio furniture.
Amenities at the cottage include gas central heating, an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with freeview, WiFi, and a selection of books, games, and DVDs. Fuel, power, and a starter pack are included in the rent, along with bed linen and towels. A travel cot is available upon request, and there is both off-road parking and a free public car park nearby. The property does not allow pets or smoking on the premises. The nearest pub is one mile away, while the closest shop is four miles from the cottage.
Roa Island is situated on the Lake District's coastline, at the southernmost point of the Furness Peninsula. A short ferry ride away is Piel Island, a fifty-acre island with a castle, maintained by the "King" of Piel who is the landlord of the Ship Inn. The village is near Furness Abbey, and the market town of Ulverston is just five miles away, offering a bi-weekly market and various festivals. The area is known for its impressive mountains, open fells, and clear-water lakes, making it a perfect holiday destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, watersports, and leisurely cruises on steam-powered yachts.
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!