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Fell View

(Ref. 1140633)

Silecroft, Cumbria & The Lake District Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

1 Customer Review

  • "It was lovely to feel welcome with our dogs and loved being part of the little community there - we loved the log burner which kept us nice and cosy and the fresh chicken eggs - the beds were very comfy and views of the surrounding fells stunning!"

    Thank you ☺️

    Reviewed by Helen5.0Jan 2024

Summary

  • One large sleeping area incorporating two king sized beds separated by a central seating and dressing area and by a sliding barn door
  • The sleeping area to the far side of the sliding doors can access an en-suite bathroom with free-standing bath, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • The sleeping area closest to the entrance can access the ground floor wet room via the stairs when the sliding doors are closed
  • Ground-floor wet room with shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for the first night for the woodburning stove inc. in rent (further logs can be purchased on site, subject to availability)
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Enclosed garden with small lawn area, patio and garden table/bench (some dogs may be able to get out of the enclosed space which is not dog-proof)
  • Bike storage
  • Up to four well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 4.4 miles, pub 2.7 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
  • Note: Please keep pets off the furniture and under controls on-site due to livestock
  • Note: Horses and small group of free-range hens and ducks close to cottage; we may be able to accommodate your horse in the on-site stables, please enquire
  • Note: Steps to porch entrance are quite steep, unsuitable for those with limited mobility
  • Note: Interior steps to first floor are uncarpeted and relatively steep
  • Note: The bedrooms are adjoining, sectioned off with a sliding door

The property

Silecroft 2 miles.

Fell View forms part of a beautifully-converted 17th century farmhouse located in the Whicham Valley near Silecroft, upon the boarder of the Lake District National Park.

Having been lovingly-restored, maintaining many original features including oak beams, Lakeland slate floors and exposed stone walls, all the while overlooking Black Combe, surrounded by fields and woodland, Fell View offers a delightful home for four guests, acting as a gateway into the Lakes, a haven for outdoor adventures and exploration.

Arrive to off-road parking, where you can unload your belongings, climb the external steps, and take in the beauty of your surroundings.

Step indoors to reach the well-equipped kitchen, with original slate floors leading into the spacious lounge and dining area with original black slate floors and wooden beams, complete with fireplace, woodburning stove and Smart TV.

Light the woodburning stove and sink into the plush sofas on offer, where you can relax of an evening with a glass of wine in hand, or watch the sun set from the enclosed patio area.

With two king-size beds on offer separated by a sliding door, make yourself at home, benefiting from an en-suite bathroom, whilst the second is serviced by a ground-floor wet room.

This room is also open to the eaves, showing the original oak frame of the building and has an exposed stone feature wall.

Outside, there is a small enclosed garden/seating area next to the original farms dove tower.

You can take in delightful views of the Whicham Valley, Black Combe Fell and even the start of the Coniston Fells.

For a characterful, Cumbrian dwelling, book Fell View.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1140632 & 1140634, together sleeping up to 8 guests.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

SILECROFT

Millom 4 miles; Broughton-in-Furness 8 miles; Coniston 17 miles.

The small hamlet of Silecroft is situated on Cumbria’s west coast, within the Lake District National Park, less than five miles from the town of Millom and within driving distance of Broughton-in-Furness. The hamlet offers an excellent pub serving food and a riding stable, plus it’s set on the West Coast branch line, which travels up the Cumbrian coast to as far as Carlisle. Just a short walk away is a sand and shingle beach, plus Black Combe Hill is close by, where from the top wonderful views can be seen, and a links golf course is also within easy reach. Millom is close by and offers a number of shops and pubs, as well as a museum, which showcases the town’s history. Broughton-in-Furness, dating back to the 11th century has much to offer the visitor with a cobbled square, shops and pubs, and it’s also a great starting base from where walks and climbing can be enjoyed with opportunities to explore the Duddon Valley and other Lake District fells. Further afield, right into the heart of the Lake District National Park is the beautiful Coniston Water, and Windermere, Ambleside, as well as many other interesting places are just waiting to be discovered.

Note: The bedrooms are adjoining, sectioned off with a sliding door

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas