The Old Chair Workshop

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Rampley
December 2019

“The old chair workshop is a lovely cottage, with fabulous views.”

It has an atmosphere in the wintertime and we have been for the last 4 years. It is situated close to the centre of sedburgh with nice cafes and pubs - yet you can walk from the cottage up into the howgills (sleepy elephants) and this year we saw the wild ponies and the weather was beautiful. Would highly recommend the experience in a unique cottage and pretty village.

It has an atmosphere in the wintertime and we have been for the last 4 years. It is situated close to the centre of sedburgh with nice cafes and pubs - yet you can walk from the cottage up into the howgills (sleepy elephants) and this year we saw the wild ponies and the weather was beautiful. Would highly recommend the experience in a unique cottage and pretty village.
Mr Guy December 2019

“We arrived at this wonderful property, using a key safe lock to gain easy access.”

Booking, and subsequent communication were straight forward. This was the beginning of a fabulous holiday in Sedbergh. The property was clean, spacious, traditional, well located and immaculately presented. Directly onto Main Street of the town centre, hardly used the car. An excellent stay for us. Thank you. Steve and Ariel.
Mrs Cunningham March 2019

“The Cottage was clean, warm and homely.”

We very much enjoyed our stay and would want to stay again if in the area.
Mr Hayes February 2019

“The cottage was clean and very well equipped, with everything you could need in the kitchen and a wide variety of games, books and maps.”

We found the furniture and soft furnishings to be mismatched and a little tired, which detracted a little from the comfort and appearance of the interior.
max b January 2019

“Nice Cottage in Excellent Location”

We stayed over New year and had a great time. The cottage is well equipped and clean and the village is quaint and well located for lots of attractions. The cottage has three levels with the living room on the third floor and the kitchen on the second. This wasn't a problem for us but needs to be remembered if you are less mobile. The central heating worked really well - so well that we only used the log burner a couple of times and that was only for an hour or so (more out of novelty factor than necessity). The village has plenty of places to eat and drink (good real ale in three places). The Indian and Chinese restaurants have closed down but there is now an Italian restaurant (where the Indian used to be we think). The nearest car park is about 50 yards away and cost £10 for the week. There is a 4 mile circular walk to the top of the Winder Hill and back via the pubs in the village which can be done from the front door of the cottage. It took us about 3 very leisurely hours (plus pub time) - great views across to Morecambe bay and over to Yorkshire. There are plenty of other places to visit within a short drive.
Mrs Rampley December 2018

“Had lovely stay in old chair workshop.”

.views from the lounge very beautiful - we had frosty views and misty magical views. The cottage is well situated on main street sedburgh, you can walk from cottage to the pepper pot..and we walked to the 17th century quaker house. We saw views of the wild ponies on winder fells, and went to the local pubs - dslesman and bull. Very nice to share such an atmospheric cottage and spend time in sedburgh..shush a well kept secet..of yorkshire dales and cumbria.
Mrs Roberts October 2018

“This cottage is perhaps the best we have stayed in.”

Perfectly located for Sedbergh, extremely well equipped and clean, central heating easy to use, games room useful if you have a family, good location for walking etc etc. Will definitely be staying there again.
Mrs Proctor August 2018

“We really loved this spacious cottage.”

The children loved the playroom and there were plenty of games/books and other entertainment for rainy days or quiet evenings. Also a big plus was the great book shop down the road and towels, soap plus a few food items provided were very useful thank you.
Mr Grey July 2018

“This was our first holiday as a family for a number of years.”

The old chair workshop was an amazing place to stay and came equipped with everything you could possibly need. The local shops and eateries were great and we would hope to visit again soon.
Sharron T January 2017

“Beautiful cottage in a Beautiful location”

This is a very deceptive and characterful cottage. It has loads of space but is very cosy and very clean and nicely decorated. There is everything in the cottage that you need including a games room and area for your dirty boots and outside coats etc without encroaching on your living space. All your needs have been catered for and the views are spectacular. Sedbergh is a lovely location with all the amenities you need, surrounded by beautiful landscape. I cannot wait to go and stay again and would recommend the cottage to everyone - it has the wow factor.
William M April 2016

“Great location in the Dales and close to the Lake District”

As a family of four (including young adult children) our stay after Easter had mixed weather but plenty of things to do in the village and access to stunning scenery within a few minutes walk or drive. Kendal is 30 minutes away and the drive to and from was gorgeous with snow-capped peaks in the lakes and the view of the high dales. The walk to Winder was good with lots of wildlife, small streams and views in every direction to keep your motivation going to get to the top. Easier coming back down and refreshments in every direction with all the cafes, coffee shops. On the Roll is well worth a visit with salads, sandwiches and hot baguettes. Great way to refuel yourself before heading back out again. Plenty of spaces to take breaks too with the antique shop, the book shops and Information centre. The wood burner was needed once or twice for those cold evenings and much preferable to central heating (although that was available). We'd stay again and hope to soon.
forsyth2015 August 2015

“family holiday in a charming old cottage”

Stayed in cottage with family for one week. The cottage has everything you would need and only 5 miles from the motorway. The cottage is old and full of character and I would recommend it for a stay. The only bad point of the cottage was the stained and ripped bed sheet in the attic bedroom which I would not have slept on but did find another one in the cupboard but really should be replaced. The cottage is also close to all the attractions in the lake district and the dales. There is a supermarket and little shops nearby and was very quite. We tried the indian takeaway nearby which was good and the chinese takeaway which was pretty bad but maybe it was an off night,
Trevor2127 May 2015

“Beautiful cottage and very friendly village”

We had a fantastic bank holiday break here. The cottage is very clean and spacious and located in the centre of the village, as well as with in easy reach of some brilliant walks. Everyone we met was very friendly and helpful. Local food outlets were great and I had the best Sunday lunch I've had in a long time. I am looking forward to a return visit!!!
David M April 2015

“Very comfortable and lovely area.”

The cottage is on 3 levels, you have a games room and boot room on the ground floor with table top table tennis, board games, jigsaws and a wii with games. The boot room has the washing machine which worked fine. The first floor has the kitchen, bathroom, one bedroom that can be a twin for kids or put together to be a king size. There is a little dining area that you can use for working at a table if needed. There are maps and guides to local attractions in that area. The kitchen has a dishwasher that is very handy and you get some welcome nibbles and wine which was a nice touch. The kitchen is very well equipped with utensils, oven, hob and microwave and plenty of glasses, cups, mugs, plates etc so no need to bring your own. The master bedroom on the second floor is en-suite and very spacious. with plenty of storage space. The only niggles were a noisy saniflow toilet and a skylight with no curtain or blind which may not suit late risers! The wifi internet access is good with up to 16Mb speeds. The area is great for walkers. There is a nice chippy a few yards away, a chinese takeaway (had better) and an Indian restaurant and takeaway that we did not try. There is a spar a few minutes walk from the cottage.
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The property

Nestling in the shadows of the beautiful Howgill Fells in the lovely market town of Sedbergh is this 18th century stone terraced cottage.

Offering spacious accommodation, this Sedbergh cottage is set over three floors and makes a perfect base for exploring this quiet corner of Cumbria.

This cottage in Sedbergh boasts character features, such as exposed beams and elegant wooden floors, as well as a second floor sitting room with a cosy woodburning stove and views over the town to the fells on the horizon.

The well-equipped galley-style kitchen is perfect for preparing picnics to take on your day out, as well as cooking full meals, whilst your Yorkshire Dales cottage also has a dining area, two bedrooms, including one with en-suite facilities, and a games room on the ground floor which also has a woodburning stove.

On a pleasant day, why not simply wonder around Sedbergh and spend time browsing in the superb bookshops?

With excellent walking right from the cottage door, guests should explore the beautiful countryside and take the circular walk from the town to the top of Winder.

The historic village of Dent is just 5 miles away and has cobbled streets and quaint cottages famous for its Dent Knitters.

This Sedbergh cottage is perfectly placed to explore both the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District National Parks and whatever the season the landscape will delight ensuring you return from your stay refreshed with lots of lovely memories of one of the most beautiful places in England.

Summary

Over three floors
Two bedrooms: 1 x second floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
First floor dining area
Second floor sitting room with woodburning stove
Ground floor games room with three quarter table-top table tennis and woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stoves
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, Wii with games, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for stoves inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request
Roadside parking 2 mins walk, pay and display car park nearby
Shared rear area with clothes line
Sorry, no pets, no smoking and no candles in the property
Shops and pub 1 min walk
Note: Shared alleyway leading to rear of property
Note: Neighbours have shared access across the patio area.

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About the location

SEDBERGH

Kendal 12 miles; Hawes 15 miles.

Sedbergh (pronounced Sed-Ber), set at the foot of the dramatic and wild Howgill Fells, is an ancient market town in northern Dentdale. Sedbergh is situated just inside the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is only 12 miles from the Lake District National Park. The town, with its narrow streets, little shops, traditional pubs, famous school dating back to 1525 and its 12th century church, has an olde worlde atmosphere. Leading from Sedbergh is Dentdale, the jewel of the Yorkshire Dales with its rolling hills and dry stone walls, stretching 14 miles from the windswept moors below Whernside to the confluence of the Rivers Dee and Rawthey. At the centre of the dale is Dent, with its cobbled streets, which has existed since Norman times and nearby Dent railway station is on the renowned Settle-Carlisle railway line. There are three golf courses nearby, as well as tennis, riding, and fishing, and the area is a paradise for walkers, ramblers, runners and cyclists. This, together with the tranquillity of the surrounding valleys, the two National Parks and it being England's book town, makes an ideal year-round holiday destination.

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Lake District Holiday Cottages

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