The Old Grainstore

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

781geraldinec
September 2020

“Perfect accommodation”

4 friends and I stayed here Fri-Mon to climb Scafell Pike and enjoy a country escape from London. It's about and hour and 20 drive from the mountain through incredibly dramatic and beautiful scenery. It's very conveniently located for visiting Keswick and also Bassenthwaite Lake (which we swam in... Brrrr... beautiful but cold in September) ...

4 friends and I stayed here Fri-Mon to climb Scafell Pike and enjoy a country escape from London. It's about and hour and 20 drive from the mountain through incredibly dramatic and beautiful scenery. It's very conveniently located for visiting Keswick and also Bassenthwaite Lake (which we swam in... Brrrr... beautiful but cold in September). The accommodation itself was scrupulously clean and well maintained. The rooms were all enormous with lovely high ceilings and decor and furniture that was extremely comfortable and restful (the beds are divine after a trek up a mountain and the whole place is light and airy and fresh). The enormous bath was also a bonus! Also, we couldn't have wished for a better host. We had a small accident (too embarrassing and daft to detail) but our host was ever so kind and understanding. We really appreciated the lovely cakes, jam and eggs that were in the cottage when we arrived as well. Our stay couldn't have been better. Highly recommended.
Julie F September 2020

“Perfect Getaway”

We had a fabulous week, Grandma, Grandad, Mum, Dad, 3 3/4 year old & 16 month old. Joanne & Martin extremely friendly hosts who genuinely care that you are happy. Well equipped, child/toddler friendly, spotless & very comfortable. Great showers & comfortable beds. Lots of thoughtful touches. Great location, good access to walks & the beach. Must visit the Howk in Caldbeck. Wigton will cater for most purchases. The banana bread & crumbles by Joanne were delicious. Our granddaughters loved Bramble, Poppy & Lily the extremely friendly, but well behaved farm dogs. Would definitely recommend, especially if you want peace & quiet. We will be back!
Vicki279 August 2020

“Amazing location and hosts”

We’ve just returned from the best week here. Joanne and Martin are absolutely lovely, couldn’t do enough for you. Our boys adored watching the the calves being fed by Joanne and then being asked to name them our suggestions are Alma and Marie (after the boys great grandma’s). The boys loved the three dogs especially Lily as she kept running up and down whilst they played football. The cottage pie and apple crumble where delicious. And the ice cream van was ace perfect end to a few days. The location is just fabulous so much to see and do 7 days was not enough so we can’t wait to visit again. Thank you for an amazing week :-)
Mr Farrell July 2020

“Fantastic break, great location with all facilities you would need.”

Highly recommended.
Mrs Hill February 2020

“Beautiful accommodation.”

Lovely and peaceful. Fantastic banana bread waiting for us when we arrived. Thank you Joanne x.
Mrs Barber December 2019

“The Old Grainstore is perfect.”

This cottage is very well equipped it has everything that you could need and more besides. The owners take great care of their cottages and go the extra mile to make sure guests have a good holiday. We would love to stay again in warmer weather.
Ms Love October 2019

“I've never stayed in such a well-equipped holiday cottage before.”

The owners bent over backwards to make our stay comfortable. We had a 3 year old with us and they provided a bed guard, loads of age-appropriate books and toys, and lots of outdoor equipment to play on. The kitchen had more pans and cooking essentials than my own! The owners were also really friendly, and let us help to feed the cows. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
P7700UTjennyl October 2019

“Amazing, well-equipped cottage, friendly owners”

We had such an excellent time here. The owners were really friendly and bent over backwards to make our stay perfect. Once they found out we had a 3 year old with us, they made sure there were lots of toys and books to play with, and provided a bed guard. My daughter was so excited to feed the cows on the farm! The kitchen is better stocked than my own, and they had homemade scones out for us when we got there. The beds were really comfy and the showers lovely. Would happily stay again and would recommend.
Miss Blackledge September 2019

“My family and I stayed at The Old Grainstore to celebrate my dad's 50th birthday which I made our host, Joanne, aware of.”

On arrival the cottage had been decorated with birthday banners and a birthday cake was left for us to enjoy. The cottage itself was perfect for us as a family of 6 with two small children. Overall Joanne could not have been a more accommodating host and I would recommend the cottage as a stay to anyone looking for a lovely, countryside break!
LizHaggart July 2019

“Beautiful spacious cottage”

We have just returned from a fantastic family holiday at The Old Grainstore. The cottage is beautiful , spacious and very well laid out. It also had 3 toilets which was very handy having 3 children .They have thought of everything . The owners Joanne and Martin are really lovely .My kids 14 ,10 and 9 loved it especially their 3 dogs Bramble,Poppy and Lily who are so friendly and love a good cuddle . The welcome basket on arrival had Banana bread which was so tasty , raspberry jam and eggs that were all double yolkers . They also have a very good enclosed play area with football goals,slides and swing ball which is a very good idea especially for younger children. We also enjoyed seeing the young cows right next door to out cottage . The kids also enjoyed a visit from the ice cream van and was so nice hearing the tinkle as he drove in. It is very central to loads of lovely attractions , Lowther castle, Lake District wildlife park , Keswick Allonby beach and many many more .We can't wait to go back as I think this was a very good find for a very enjoyable family holiday .Thank you .x
WoodyA10 June 2019

“Great owners, location, accommodation”

Have stayed here 9 times now (that's how much we like it). What makes this cottage so good are the owners Martin and Joanne. They really make you feel welcome and can not do enough for you. The cottage is always spotlessly clean and well maintained. It's location is great too, halfway between Keswick and Carlisle which is great for easy access to the mountains/lakes and also if you fancy a trip into Southern Scotland. I would and have recommended the cottage to anyone and in fact have already booked our 10th visit for next year. It a great place to stay.
Michael S April 2019

“Amazing accommodation”

A beautifully renovated barn on a working dairy farm. Amazing location and very friendly owners who met us on arrival and advised us of plenty of thing to see and do in the area. Perfect location for visiting the Lake District and surrounding areas. The cottage was spacious and homely and had everything you would need. We will definitely be visiting again and would highly recommend.
david_stuart94 April 2019

“Lovely place to stay”

A delightful cottage! Very well appointed, comfortable and clean, with friendly owners. Situated in the countryside near Wigton, it is well placed to visit the Lakes, Carlisle and Hadrian's Wall. Highly recommended.
Nic H March 2019

“Amazing place and even better people!”

5/5 isn’t enough for this place, it is great. The rooms were tidy and clean and there was lots of parking available. We were welcomed by the lovely owner and shown around. She told us about the cows and how we were able to feed them if we liked. She even went above and beyond by sending us a forgotten jumper with no problem at all. I will definitely be going back to this place!
Mr Barnett March 2019

“I really cannot fault the facilities and surroundings at The Old Grainstore.”

The hosts on arriving were both pleasant and informative. The level of comfort exceeded our expectations and was a 'home' from 'home' experience. As this is a working farm we were offered the opportunity to get hands on also which was a great treat feeding the calfs for my 2 year old. Keep up the good work. We will definitely be coming back.
Mr Corton February 2019

“Stayed here with a few friends at the end of Febuary.”

Couldn't be anymore pleased with our stay, was welcomed by the lovely owner and was even told we could feed the baby calfs! The cottage was more than enough for our stay and you could tell that it is well looked after as it was spotless. The owner even went above and beyond mailing a forgotten jumper that we accidentally left back to us. Couldn't reccomend this place enough, will definitely be back in the future!
Jamie H January 2019

“Fantastic New Year's Eve family break”

This is a superb well appointed and well maintained cottage, ideal for a total chill out and good family times. Situated just outside Wigton, the Lakes and the key towns of Cockermouth and Wigton are easily reached. We were welcomed by Joanne and Martin who were both very friendly and keen to give us ideas of what there is to do in the area. We were met with a lovely welcome pack, which included chocolates, home made Christmas Cake and bucks fizz, which all went down a treat. The cottage is cosy with all modern appliances and we put the log burner to good use, wood can be supplied by the farm's own wood store. As the cottage is within a working farm there is an opportunity to feed the calf's and do take up the invitation to do a farm walk with Martin, it's well worth it. Would definitely recommend a stay at this hidden gem and hope to go back soon.
philipw993 November 2018

“Beautiful family friendly cottage”

This has to be without doubt the most family friendly place we’ve stayed at. The hosts Martin and Joanne are very welcoming as are the beautiful farm dogs! On arrival there was a parcel of local produce including eggs, scones and jam that went down a treat. As for the accommodation it is very well placed for easy access to the Lakes and beyond, we went North, South and West during our stay with ease. The cottage is immaculately presented and very clean indeed. Every detail has been covered from an excellent wide range of pots and pans to child seats for the toilets. Our two young children (4 & 2) were well catered for with a wide range of toys and games for them to play with and all of the out door toys such as a ride along tractors, scooters and carts. Joanne was very helpful and was only to pleased to show our girls the 4 week old dairy calf’s that make up part of the farm. We enjoyed morning walks down the entrance track with Lily the puppy collie and the on site play area with slides and football was a welcome distraction whilst tea was being made. We really cannot recommend this cottage enough, we comfortably slept 4 adults and 2 children and there was plenty of living space for the party too. Internet is provided and is fast enough for the kids to access YouTube and alike. The biggest compliment I can say is that it was like a home from home and we will definitely be back!!
Sophie G August 2018

“Great family friendly accomodation”

Joanne, Martin and family will make you feel very welcome. The cottage is clean and really well appointed, there are family games and plenty of toys to keep your little one entertained and the enclosed outdoor space is a lovely bonus! The cottage is ideally located for exploring Cumbria and we really enjoyed our stay.
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Red Hall Farm Cottages

Bolton Low Houses 1.3 miles. Situated in peaceful and tranquil countryside between the Solway Plain and the Lake District National Park, these two semi-detached cottages are located on the owner's award-winning conservation and wildlife working dairy farm, near the village of Bolton Low Houses and the town of Wigton. These delightful Cumbrian cottages have been lovingly created from a 200-year old sandstone barn and both have been carefully converted using green design, and have many green credentials, including energy from the farm’s renewable energy source right down to the use of ecological paints. These two cottages near Wigton have been uniquely furnished and decorated, as well as retaining their character and charm to provide wonderful accommodation for couples, families and friends. Positioned in the farmyard, from where you can watch the cows and calves in the adjoining fields and meet the friendly farm dogs, each of these cottages near Wigton has patio areas with table and chairs, along with a shared, grassed area, which is perfect for picnics and little ones to play, plus guests have the opportunity to enjoy walks on the farmland to observe the many birds and animals. With easy access to the Lake District, just 8 miles away and the bustling town of Keswick, a 20-minute drive there are lots of things to see and do from these Bolton Low Houses cottages. Why not hire bikes and enjoy riding through the Whinlatter Forest Park or tackle Go Ape, the treetop adventure course? For a more peaceful day, a drive from Keswick beside Derwentwater through Borrowdale is breathtaking with many spectacular spots, from where you can enjoy a picnic along the lakeshore. Hadrian’s Wall and the historic county city of Carlisle, with its interesting museums and galleries, are within easy reach, while Silloth and the Solway coasts are fifteen minutes away. These Cumbrian cottages offer something for everyone.

The property

This wonderful semi-detached Cumbrian cottage boasts three bedrooms, including one with en-suite facilities.

The large, spacious sitting room with a feature window overlooking the farmyard is an ideal place to sit and relax, and completing the accommodation is a fitted kitchen with dining area and a bathroom.

This cottage near Wigton has been carefully converted from a former farm grainstore to provide beautiful accommodation with many interesting original features, including beams.

An excellent farm cottage, an ideal base for family and friends.

Note: This property is attached to ref: 18929 and together they accommodate 10 people.

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Summary

Three bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request)
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Eco-friendly electric central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 4 x TVs with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, two highchairs and stairgate on request
Off road parking for 3 cars
Patio with furniture plus shared, grassed picnic/play area
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles
Note: As property is on a working farm, children should be supervised at all times
Note: The owner has dogs
Note: There are 3 steps leading up from the patio/parking area to the property.

About the location

BOLTON LOW HOUSES

Wigton 3 miles; Cockermouth 13 miles; Carlisle 14 miles; Keswick 18 miles.

Situated eight miles north of the Lake District National Park, the small northern fells village of Bolton Low Houses offers a pub serving good food. Only three miles away is the historic market town of Wigton. Lord Melvyn Bragg was a native of Wigton, and used the town (called Thurston in some of his writings) and the surrounding area as the setting for his novels, which include A Time to Dance. Close by, set just inside the National Park is the lovely village of Caldbeck, which is well worth a visit. The area has something for everyone, including the market town of Keswick, Lakes Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite, the Solway Coast, which is well-known for its golf courses and the town of Cockermouth, the birthplace of William Wordsworth, plus within driving distance is the cathedral city of Carlisle, Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish Borders. Bolton Low Houses is an ideal base for exploring the area.

Region Information

Lake District Holiday Cottages

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The Old Grainstore

Bolton Low Houses near Wigton, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 18931)

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Features

“Perfect accommodation”

“Perfect Getaway”

“Amazing location and hosts”

“Fantastic break, great location with all facilities you would need.”

“Beautiful accommodation.”