2 Lighthouse Cottage

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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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“What a fabulous place to relax and wind down in the comforts of this house.”

Putting aside the rather long and slow drive up to the light house from Biggar on unmade roads, it is well worth the wait. Lovely surrounding area to go bird watching and walking and to be able to return to the lovely house. The owner was always on hand to assist and advise which was great.

Putting aside the rather long and slow drive up to the light house from Biggar on unmade roads, it is well worth the wait. Lovely surrounding area to go bird watching and walking and to be able to return to the lovely house. The owner was always on hand to assist and advise which was great. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

- Mr Bradshaw, March 2019
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“I had a really poor experience booking this cottage with Sykes, and even after telling sykes about the issues I faced they did very little about it.”

The cottage itself though was breathtaking. Really a unique place with wonderful views, plenty of wildlife and scenic walks. We did have a small issue with the heating, but the owner was really helpful and supportive in trying to fix it, and gave us a lot of advice on points of interest in the area. I definitely plan to return to this cottage at some point, but ideally not through sykes if possible.

- Mr Al-wardi, March 2019
“Rural, fantastic and peaceful”

Superb location, the sea looks dramatic and the waves were huge. Ideal for bird watchers and walkers. House is incredibly comfortable and welcoming, beds and pillows are luxurious and the elevated lounge and kitchen mean that you can watch the tide come in. We even managed a gin and tonic whilst watching the sun go down in February- thanks for helping us make family memories ❤️

- sarahjX7955IL, February 2019
“Is a wonderful experience for all of us staying in a beautiful cottage underneath a light house.”

However, we suggest to add some simple direction signages leading to the lighthouse. Cheers.

- Mr Tan, February 2019

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The property

Approached along the coastal road from the village of Biggar, through the sand dunes of Walney Nature Reserve, 2 Lighthouse Cottage stands adjoining the Barrow Lighthouse, dating from 1805.

Steeped in history, this holiday home was once the home of the lighthouse keeper and at one point, a barrack for soldiers manning the WW2 anti aircraft guns.

This beautiful property now offers an immaculate finish with an open-plan living room on the first floor, making the most of stunning views across the wild exterior.

Step through the front door and you are at the foot of the lighthouse, where a hallway leads to three wonderfully presented bedrooms.

Each room has a TV, in case nature isn’t enough.

The master, king-size double boasts an en-suite shower room with a large, double shower enclosure.

There is one zip and link double room on this floor, giving you the option of a twin set up if you wish.

The third bedroom has a luxury Ligne Roset sofabed and can be left as a sofa to give an extra sitting room (with TV and music) or turned into a very comfortable Kingsize bed.

Both of these bedrooms will be set up for you as you wish.

The family bathroom offers a gleaming, modern finish.

Also on the ground level, a utility room houses a washing machine and a tumble dryer.

Enjoy use of the fully fitted kitchen upstairs, with a dining area for family meals and a large corner sofa and separate twin sofa, enjoying the warm glow from the woodburner.

Outside is ample off-road parking and miles and miles of sand dunes.

Please note this is a nature reserve and there are restrictions on where you can wander and there is no access to the beach at this south tip of Walney Island.

Why not take a trip to South Walney Nature Reserve, which is very popular with nature enthusiasts and is a birdwatcher’s paradise.

Admire stunning vistas across Morecambe Bay and you may even be lucky enough to spot (and on quiet nights, hear) the only grey seal colony in Cumbria.

The sunrises and sunsets are incredible here (weather permitting).It can be windy!

Nesting gulls, eiders, oystercatchers and ringed plovers can be seen in summer, as well as many other seabirds.

Make sure you look out for barn owls, short-eared owls and peregrines throughout the year.

There are several way-marked walking trails, with points of historical interest and picnic areas to stop off and refresh.

The nearest town is Barrow-in-Furness with a wealth of leisure and tourist attractions, as well as a range of cafés, supermarkets, bars and nightlife.

Further afield is the market town of Ulverston, with something to offer everyone, including the famous Laurel and Hardy museum.

This is a fabulous opportunity for you and the family, a different experience simply not to be missed!

Note: This cottage can be booked with ref 968879 making a total of 8 people.

Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Accommodation

Reverse-level accommodation. Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite shower for two, basin and WC, 1 ground floor king-size sofabed and 1 king-size double (zip/link can be twins on request). Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. First floor open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Entrance porch and Ground floor utility.

Amenities

Eco heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
TV in the lounge with satellite and DVD player which gives internet TV access
TV in each bedroom with one shared DVD player between the three rooms but no internet TV access downstairs
Sonos sound system with practically limitless music, iPad controller, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Ample off-road parking
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 7 miles, pub 5 miles
Note: Lighthouse is not part of the cottage and cannot be accessed
Note: This property has a 4pm check in time
Note: This property does not accept stag/hen or similar. The reserve is a Nature Reserve run by the Cumbria Wildlife Trust and it is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and guests must respect that
No dogs are allowed at the property or anywhere on the reserve, even on a lead
When you are walking around on the reserve, you must keep to the paths, and don't go down onto the beach
Never go onto the long Spit of land at the very end of the island (past the fence)
In the Autumn and Winter, huge numbers of wader birds use the beaches to rest, and it's vital they are undisturbed to save energy and help them survive the winter
In the Spring and Summer, coastal birds nest here and must not be disturbed or harmed
Some of the nests are hard to see and easy to stand on so please keep to the paths
The reserve is monitored by a Warden and it is embarrassing for them, for guests and for us for visitors to be told off for roaming around where they should not be
This is a bird watcherâ??s paradise
No fireworks should be let off at the property and no drones should be used
We also have neighbours and we ask that guests respect their privacy.

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About the location

WALNEY ISLAND

Barrow-in-Furness 1 mile; Ulverston 10 miles.

Measuring 11 miles in length and just under 1 mile in width, charming Walney Island is the eighth largest island situated off the coast of England and the largest island in England with direct road access to the mainland. Boasting two nature reserves, miles of sandy beaches and a range of pubs and restaurants, this lovely area also has a myriad of interesting attractions and sporting activities available, such as Hollywood Park with its Superbowl, the award winning Forum 28 theatre, the South Lakes Animal Park and a wide range of excellent watersports. With both Barrow and Dalton-in-Furness nearby also offering a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants and the market town of Ulverston within easy reach, this great location has something for everyone.

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Lake District Holiday Cottages

2 Lighthouse Cottage

Walney Island, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 993696)

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“What a fabulous place to relax and wind down in the comforts of this house.”

“I had a really poor experience booking this cottage with Sykes, and even after telling sykes about the issues I faced they did very little about it.”

“Rural, fantastic and peaceful”

“Is a wonderful experience for all of us staying in a beautiful cottage underneath a light house.”

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“What a fabulous place to relax and wind down in the comforts of this house.”

“I had a really poor experience booking this cottage with Sykes, and even after telling sykes about the issues I faced they did very little about it.”

“Rural, fantastic and peaceful”

“Is a wonderful experience for all of us staying in a beautiful cottage underneath a light house.”

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