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Cottage |4 bedrooms |Sleeps 8

Ulpha in Duddon Valley

From £320 per week |  From £65 per night

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover Friday

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Car advised, no pets allowed

About the home

Set in a wonderful location in the stunning Duddon Valley, this converted property is newly refurbished to a high standard. Its generous-sized living/dining room with its log-burning stove and large screen TV makes a comfortable retreat after a day out exploring the local fells and attractions. Sleeping up to 8 guests, several of the 4 bedrooms can be set up as either double or twin beds, giving extra flexibility. The cottage is also popular with smaller groups who enjoy the extra space at a discounted rate. The garden and outside seating area is surrounded by woodland for that secluded feel.

The Duddon Vallley is one of the hidden gems of the Lake District and was eulogised in several of William Wordsworth's poems. Wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife make this a special place to visit and yet the central Lakes - such as Windermere and Ambleside - are still easily accessible. The town of Coniston, with its lake and mountains, is less than half an hour's drive while a few miles away lies the historic market town of Broughton-in-Furness with its excellent shops and pubs.

Nearby ameneties include a small Post Office with groceries and souvenirs (2 minute drive) and the award-winning Newfield Inn (10 minutes drive) with a great choice of locally sourced dishes.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The accommodation is all on the ground floor and is centrally heated (with LPG, rather than oil or mains gas). The Old Travellers' Rest has a private water supply which is filtered.
Entrance porch with pay telephone, bench, coat hooks and green slate floor leading to:
Large living/dining room with green slate floor and log burning stove. Large screen TV with FreeSat and DVD player. Selection of games and DVDs. CD player. Large leather sofa and ottaman and two easy chairs. Dining table seating 8.
Hallway from living room leads to:
Fitted kitchen with gas hob and electric oven. Fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Good range of kitchen equipment, crockery and cutlery.
Family bathroom: Bath, shower cubicle, WC, basin, heated towel rail.

Bedrooms (all bedrooms have a pine wardrobe, a chest of drawers and 1-2 bedside tables). The bedrooms accommodate up to 8 guests. The bed arrangements can be set up to suit your party's requirements with combinations ranging from a maximum of 8 single beds to a minimum of 3 doubles and 2 single bunk beds:
From living room: 6 steps up to:
Single/twin bedroom. This bedroom has a single bed with a pull out bed turning into a proper single bed. If required, these beds can be made up as a super kingsize bed. Garden view. Leading through to:
Double bedroom with en suite shower room and French door to outside garden area. This kingsized double bed can split into two single beds. En suite has large shower cubicle, WC, basin and heated towel rail.
From hallway:
Bedroom with full-sized bunkbeds - sleeps 2. Garden view.
Double bedroom with kingsize bed that can split into two single beds. Garden view.

Further details outdoors:
Old Traveller's Rest is an attached property having its own front entrance door with the owner's flat located above. It is separated by a garage from the property next door. The accommodation has its own front entrance door and a French door at the back. Shared outside area with slate chippings, shrubs and trees with wooden garden funiture and BBQ. Small stream fenced off at back of garden area but young children should be supervised at all times. Gate from garden into surrounding woodland. Additional small patio area at back of accommodation. Parking area for 2 cars plus additional parking outside garage for 1 car.

Further details

Sleeps a maximum of 8 guests + 1-2 infants
Travel cot and high chair supplied.

Short breaks (Friday-Monday and Monday-Friday) available out of high season. SUBSTANTIAL DISCOUNTS generally available for groups of 4 or less (for example, 2 guests staying for a short break in March: tariff reduced from standard £345 to £225.) See tariff charts for details.

Non-smoking establishment. Sorry, no pets allowed.

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In the Duddon Valley

 

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Old Travellers' Rest - Living area

 

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Old Travellers' Rest

The Cumbria/Lake District region

The Lake District is world famous for its stunning mountain scenery and lake views. While the central area around Windermere and Ambleside is well-known and receives many visitors, those in the know head to less frequented spots, such as the south-western peninsula. Here the mountains meet the coast to give dramatic and unique vistas. With a wide range of leisure activiies, tourist attractions and historical sites, this part of the Lake District has so much to offer.

The Duddon Valley / Ulpha area

For guests staying at the Old Travellers' Rest, the whole of south-western Lakeland, including its coast, is on your doorstep. Family days out could include the South Lakes Wild Animal Park where you can see Amur and Sumatran Tigers being fed and see rhinos and giraffes roaming around. Muncaster Castle has extensive grounds, an adventure playground and an owl sanctuary. The Eskdale minature railway is always popular with both adults and children as is the Lakes Aquarium near Windermere. Or emulate the children in Arthur Ransome's "Swallows and Amazons" by taking a boat trip across Coniston Water.

Closer to your cottage, there are various walks to try, including the Wallowbarrow Gorge Walk, a visit to the Duddon River "beach" (take fishing nets and buckets for the kids) or enjoy the sun setting at Kiln Bank pass. Slightly further afield, enjoy a walk along the World Heritage dunes at Roanhead or take a trip far back in time at Swinside Stone Circle.

Leisure activities close by include golfing, fishing, canoeing and horse riding. During the summer local villages put on annual shows - worth a vist to experience local activities such as Cumberland wrestling, fell racing, stick making and sheep shearing.

How to get there

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AIR:
Manchester Airport - 2 hours drive. Budget airlines flying here include flybe and bmibaby.
Liverpool Airport: 2 hours drive. Budget airlines flying here include Easyjet and Ryanair.
RAIL:
Oxenholme station (The Lake District) on the outskirts of Kendal is on the main West Coast line. 1 hour taxi drive to the Duddon Valley or hire cars available from Kendal during office hours.
Ulverston station - accessed by changing at Lancaster. 30 minute taxi drive to Old Travellers' Rest

Activities near Duddon Valley

Reviews

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03 Dec 2011

“Get away from it all - in comfort and luxury” Stayed with friend 26th Nov 'til 2nd Dec 2011. Wood burning stove ready to light and was delightful on a cold evening. The property is spacious and extremely comfortable with constant hot water and excellent central heating. As a 'get away from it all' retreat it is perfect. No phone signal or internet access, so no-one able to contact you!! (Although there is a pay phone if needed.) The location is perfect, with plenty of walks nearby (It's a bit hilly), and the local post office is 300 yards away if you need a newspaper or food essentials. There is a pub 3 miles up the valley at Seathwaite and Broughton-in-Furness is a 4 mile drive away, with a post office, greengrocery, bakery, cafe and restaurant, and 4 pubs. The comfortable bedrooms (4) including one en suite are tastefully decorated, and I have to say that we both slept fantastically well as it was so quiet. All in all, we had a brilliantly quiet and energizing time during our stay and I could not recommend it enough for anyone wanting a restful break. Thank you!!

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We have had an enjoyable, comfortable stay here. You have obviously put a lot of thought and care into equipping this accommodation to a high standard.” The Barricks, October 2009

“A wonderful stay in a lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings. Well equipped with thoughtful owners, we would highly recommend a holiday in the Old Travellers’ Rest.” Gregory party, October 2009

“5 star cottage. Beautiful surroundings. Thoroughly recommend.” Mr. and Mrs. Stansfield, November 2009

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Oct - Dec 2011	2 Dec 11	23 Dec 11	350£ 350	9090	120120	3 Nights
Xmas 2011	23 Dec 11	30 Dec 11	750£ 750	190190	250250	3 Nights
New Year 2012	30 Dec 11	6 Jan 12	820£ 820	0-	0-	1 Week
Jan - mid Feb 2012	6 Jan 12	10 Feb 12	320£ 320	8080	110110	3 Nights
Feb Half Term 2012	10 Feb 12	17 Feb 12	480£ 480	120120	160160	3 Nights

Prices for group size 4
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Oct - Dec 2011	28 Oct 11	23 Dec 11	365£ 365	6565	8585	3 Nights
Xmas 2011	23 Dec 11	30 Dec 11	765£ 765	0-	0-	3 Nights
New Year 2012	30 Dec 11	6 Jan 12	835£ 835	0-	0-	1 Week
Jan - mid Feb 2012	6 Jan 12	10 Feb 12	335£ 335	0-	0-	3 Nights
Feb Half Term 2012	10 Feb 12	17 Feb 12	495£ 495	125125	165165	3 Nights
Feb - March 2012	17 Feb 12	30 Mar 12	365£ 365	9090	120120	3 Nights

Prices for group size 8
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Oct - Dec 2011	28 Oct 11	23 Dec 11	495£ 495	110110	120120	3 Nights
Xmas 2011	23 Dec 11	30 Dec 11	825£ 825	145145	185185	3 Nights
New Year 2012	30 Dec 11	6 Jan 12	895£ 895	0-	0-	1 Week
Jan - mid Feb 2012	6 Jan 12	10 Feb 12	395£ 395	7070	9090	3 Nights
Feb Half Term 2012	10 Feb 12	17 Feb 12	555£ 555	140140	185185	3 Nights
Feb - March 2012	17 Feb 12	30 Mar 12	425£ 425	105105	140140	3 Nights
Easter 2012	30 Mar 12	13 Apr 12	725£ 725	0-	0-	1 Week
April - May 2012	13 Apr 12	1 Jun 12	595£ 595	150150	200200	3 Nights
June Half Term 2012	1 Jun 12	8 Jun 12	795£ 795	130130	175175	3 Nights
June - July 2012	8 Jun 12	20 Jul 12	625£ 625	155155	210210	3 Nights
Summer Holidays 2012	20 Jul 12	31 Aug 12	825£ 825	0-	0-	1 Week
Sept - Oct 2012	31 Aug 12	26 Oct 12	525£ 525	130130	175175	3 Nights
October Half Term 2012	26 Oct 12	2 Nov 12	665£ 665	0-	0-	1 Week
Nov - Dec 2012	2 Nov 12	21 Dec 12	445£ 445	8080	100100	3 Nights
Xmas 2012	21 Dec 12	28 Dec 12	795£ 795	0-	0-	1 Week
New Year 2013	28 Dec 12	4 Jan 13	895£ 895	0-	0-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Short breaks available out of high season. Friday-Monday (3 nights) or Monday-Friday (4 nights). Tariff is generally 70% of the weekly rate.

Reduced rental rates generally available for groups of 4 and less.

Availability

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3 years listed You are contacting Annette Carmichael Landline +44 01229 715104 Mobile n/a Payment accepted Credit cards accepted Languages spoken The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This cottage has received 1 review from previous guests.

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