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The Tower House, Newbiggin-on-Lune, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 9
Weekly prices from £450

Self catering accommodation in Newbiggin-on-Lune sleeps 9.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 9

Accommodation overview: We are delighted to include The Tower House within our portfolio, situated at Newbiggin, only 10 minutes drive from the M6 motorway. Ideally placed for exploring the delights of both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales, Windermere is a mere 25 minutes drive away with Sedbergh and the impressive Howgill fells a 10 minute walk from the door. Once home to Elizabeth Gaunt, the last woman to be burned at the stake at Tyburn and a principal hiding place of Prince Charlie, The Tower House has a significant history, and the property retains the tower, which was used as a lookout for raiders from the Borders. Comfortable furnishings with many personal touches blend well with original features of oak panelling, flagstone floors and exposed stonework. The accommodation is spacious and flexible offering plenty of opportunity for escaping the rest of the party, both inside and out, to sit quietly and absorb the ambience of this truly unique house. The grounds are delightful with a variety of areas for sitting out and plenty of level playing ground, including an orchard for the younger members of your party to run off some energy before enjoying dinner in the impressive dining hall.

Cromwells Manor, near Nantwich, Cheshire, North West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £658

Self catering accommodation in near Nantwich sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access R

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Cromwells Manor details

Cromwells Manor was built in 1620 and is a Grade II listed former barn. The barn has been sympathetically restored to a high standard, but still retains many of the original features whilst providing accommodation for eight guests. This detached barn is in the grounds of Woodhey Hall, a Cheshire dairy farm set in glorious unspoilt countryside.

The barn has a well-fenced garden, patio, garden furniture and barbecue. It also has access to a games lawn and children's play area. The location offers fishing and many country walks. The historic town of Nantwich and good dining pubs are within easy reach.

There is much to see and do in the area including Cholmondeley Castle and Gardens which has a game fair and other events during the year. Other attractions include day trips on the canal, Beeston Castle and Tatton Park, with its many events and RHS Flower Show. The Roman city of Chester is 30 minutes' drive, with flat racing in summer, open top bus tours of the city, the wonderful animals and gardens of Chester Zoo (34 minutes) and the Blue Planet Aquarium (35 minutes). Oulton Park (20 minutes) and Cheshire Polo (eight minutes) also make a good day out. Golf courses and horse riding are nearby.

Cromwells Manor is reputed to have been slept in by Oliver Cromwell during the battle of Nantwich. The barn has been carefully restored and retains many of its original features.

Blencowe Hall, Blencowe, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 24
Weekly prices from £3101

Self catering accommodation in Blencowe sleeps 24.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Acces

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Blencowe Hall details

A multi award-winning exceptional Grade I listed fortified manor dating back to the 1400s that has undergone extensive renovation, bringing the two embattled Peele towers back into use for the first time in more than 300 years. Blencowe Hall sits on a bluff above the small river Petteril and is encompassed by its own gardens, grounds and fields incorporating access to the river. It has views to the nearby Lakeland fells and across the rolling Eden Valley.

Blencowe Hall won an English Heritage Construction Conservation Award which was accorded to the 20 most outstanding projects undertaken with their supervision in 2008, an Eden District Design Award, the NWDA Conservation Award and the RICS National Conservation Award. It is 5 Star Gold Award rated by Visit England.

Guests staying at Blencowe Hall can enjoy brown trout fishing along the river, arrange for clay pigeon shooting within the grounds or take a cycle out for the day along the C2C which runs through Blencowe village. There are some great walks and runs in the local area.

Blencowe Hall is just over a mile's walk from the village of Greystoke which is dominated by Greystoke Castle and its 3,000 acre estate, accessible for public walks. Greystoke has a heated village swimming pool, a local post office/shop, a cycle cafe and a 6th century coaching inn serving meals (The Boot and Shoe).

Blencowe Hall is on the edge of the Lake District, about four miles from the Lake District National Park and seven miles from Ullswater. Close at hand is the Aira Force National Trust waterfall offering a scenic walk up to the peak of Gowbarrow Fell.

Guests staying at Blencowe Hall can arrange catering or a drop off service and babysitting. There is also bicycles available.

Melmerby Hall, Melmerby, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 18
Weekly prices from £2336

Self catering accommodation in Melmerby sleeps 18.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • E

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Melmerby Hall details

Melmerby Hall is a Grade II listed manor house nestling in the foothills of the North Pennines, one of 40 classified Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is set within its own sandstone walled grounds, which are entered through an arched gateway at the edge of the village.

The grounds include an archery lawn, walled vegetable gardens and a Victorian castle folly at the foot of the lawn (now converted to a children's play area). The forested grounds of 20 acres incorporate a small tributary of the River Eden with picnic area and stone barbecue by the stream.

The village of Melmerby is in the Eden Valley, lying between the Pennines and the Lake District, 12 miles from Ullswater and nine miles from the historic market town of Penrith.

There are a number of outstanding walks along the edge of the River Eden. One of England's largest Druidic stone circles - Long Meg and her Daughters - is also close by.

Melmerby is the home of the Egon Ronay award-winning organic village bakery which also serves fantastic meals and takeaway/coffee snacks. The Shepherds Inn at Langwathby, has good reviews for its food, service and friendly atmosphere.

Guests have access to a free swimming voucher programme with the Tower House indoor pool in the village of Melmerby which is a short walk from the property. The Tower House pool has a resistant current lap lane, a sauna and showers. There is also a hot tub which can be made available by separate arrangement, for further details please visit www.thetowerhousepool.co.uk Croquet equipment (mallets, hoops and posts) is available, shooting can be arranged with prior notice (please contact the office).

Stone Cottage, Haworth, West Yorkshire, North West England

Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £195

Self catering accommodation in Haworth sleeps 3.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Games Room •

Accommodation overview: Situated in the heart of Oxenhope, Stone Cottage enjoys superb accommodation which is suitable for couples and small families alike. Recently refurbished to a particularly high standard, the lounge enjoys the comfort and warmth of an open fire, along with 32 flat screen TV and a dining area which overlooks the enclosed courtyard. The Kitchen is bright and airy enjoying spectacular long distance views over the moorland and a spacious utility room is perfect for storing boots, coats and bicycles. From the kitchen, an open staircase leads to an open mezzanine with a sofa bed which can either be used for a 3 person, or as a quiet seating area. As this area is open to the stairs a stair gate will be provided if used by young children.

Gateside Farmhouse -, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £520

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Located in the heart of rural farmland above the ancient market town of Sedbergh, Gateside Farmhouse enjoys excellent views from all windows of the Howgill range. Sedbergh itself is two and a half miles away, an enjoyable walk and has an excellent selection of cafes and book shops, the town being the first book town in the UK.

Wreay Mansions, Watermillock, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £530

Self catering accommodation in Watermillock sleeps 5.

Features include: • Internet Access • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 5

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Wreay Mansions details

Wreay Mansions (once a hunting lodge where the Duke of Norfolk would retreat), situated in the hamlet of Watermillock, was no doubt chosen for its prime elevated site.

This unique property provides exceptional views of Lake Ullswater and the surrounding scenic fells, whatever the season. Immaculately presented, the accommodation offers luxurious, spacious living, carefully designed to take full advantage of the fabulous vistas. The 30' long sheltered balcony provides the ultimate place to relax and enjoy the great outdoors of the English Lakes.

Wreay Mansions offers easy access to the M6 J40 and is perfectly placed to visit Keswick, Windermere, Buttermere, Grasmere and numerous Lakeland villages. Stunning walks can be taken directly from the front door. Getting around the Lake is enhanced by the Ullswater Steamers, which sail year round. Mountain bikers will be spoilt for choice (secure cycle storage available). Numerous activities are available, including boating, golf, fishing, horse trekking, paragliding and even hot air ballooning! The property is also within easy reach of the historic forts of Hadrians Wall, Gretna Green and the charming Eden Valley. Or for pure relaxation, just chill!

There are numerous renowned restaurants and gastro pubs in addition to a large choice of local farm shops, market town butchers, bakers and purveyors of Lakeland produce including the noted Cumberland sausage. This very popular tranquil retreat offers the perfect location for a family holiday. The views have to be seen to be believed, pictures cannot capture the true panorama. The only way is to experience it is to see it for yourself!

Helm Byre, Sedbergh, Cumbria, North West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £200

Self catering accommodation in Sedbergh sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: An ancient Celtic Kingdom deservedly known as The Jewel of the Dales, Dent is 16 miles east of Kendal in the south east corner of Cumbria, only 3 miles from Sedbergh and lies at the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and on the fringes of the Lake District National Park. An ideal base for visitors wishing to enjoy the nearby countryside, there is an outstanding variety of walks from the door, to the top of Helm Knott and Whernside, one of the famous Yorkshire Three Peaks, to a delightful stroll along the Dee, part of the Dales Way, which passes through Dentdale. The craft centre at Helmside and just 100 yards from Helm Byre, offers a collection of goods produced by local Dales folk, everything from watercolours and prints to walking sticks and pottery, ideal souvenirs of your stay.