Lake District farm holiday cottage converted from a 200 year old barn

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Explore the area

Wigton, Cumbria

Solway Coast12 min drive
Lake District Wildlife Park16 min drive
Carlisle Racecourse19 min drive
Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)99 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Old Bothy is a charming holiday property set on a working farm in a stunning location that rests on the edge of the Lake District, just a short distance to the Oddfellows Arms and The Greenhill Hotel, as well as only a few miles from the magnificent Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Watch the baby calves from your cottage. Super baby, toddler and child friendly with lots of extras - so ideal for families. Also a peaceful setting for sharing friends or even couples seeking a relaxing, fuss-free escape to rural Cumbria.
The superb semi-detached cottage, near Wigton, boasts two sumptuous bedrooms and a spacious sitting area containing a feature sandstone fireplace that divides the well-presented kitchen and dining areas.With the owner's tasteful added touches present throughout, this delightful Lake District cottage has been lovingly restored with many original features still thoughtfully preserved from the days in which it was used as a farm bothy. Bring your loved ones for a memorable escape to The Old Bothy.

Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Eco-friendly electric central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Two travel cots, two highchairs and stairgate on request
Off road parking for 2 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 prop

Property manager

Joanne Baird

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Wigton

Located in Wigton, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Solway Coast and Watchtree Nature Reserve, while The John Peel Theatre and The Sands Centre are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Knoxwood Wildlife Rescue, or check out an event or a game at Carlisle Racecourse.

Wigton, Cumbria

What's nearby

Solway Coast - 12 min drive
Bassenthwaite Lake - 15 min drive
Lake District Wildlife Park - 16 min drive
Carlisle Castle - 18 min drive
Carlisle Racecourse - 19 min drive

Getting around

Wigton Station - 12 min drive
Carlisle (CAX) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

Greyhound Inn - 8 min drive
Throstle Nest Inn - 6 min drive
The Snooty Fox - 13 min drive
Wheatsheaf Inn - 12 min drive
The Market Hall, Church St, Wigton - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake District farm holiday cottage converted from a 200 year old barn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake District farm holiday cottage converted from a 200 year old barn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake District farm holiday cottage converted from a 200 year old barn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake District farm holiday cottage converted from a 200 year old barn located?

This family-friendly Wigton cottage is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Wigton Library and The John Peel Theatre. Knoxwood Wildlife Rescue and All Saints' Church, Boltongate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

8.0/10

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10/10 Excellent

CZ B.

9 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely bolthole!

Really lovely property with everything you need. Well looked after and delicious homemade food available to buy. Peaceful location 30 minutes from Keswick. Lovely, friendly hosts. You'll be driving a lot though if you want to explore the Lakes.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Joanne Baird

At Red Hall Farm in Cumbria, Martin and Joanne Baird, with their two children, are carrying on a family farming tradition which stretches back more than 200 years but they’re also bang up to date with the concept of smart, sustainable farming in the 21st century. The renovation of an old bothy and grain store into a pair of beautifully contemporary holiday cottages is one key part of this, where families can experience life on a working farm and get closer to nature, whilst staying in the lap of luxury.

Why they chose this property

Peace and quiet, beautiful farm buildings set in 200 acres of wildlife friendly farm land. So close to the amazing Lake District, Solway Coast, historic Carlisle and Hadrian's Wall.

What makes this property unique

We are complimented on the fact that guests love the peaceful setting and the unique farm experience. We are a perfect base for exploring the many attractions in the area, which guests particularly enjoy. We are also constantly complimented on how baby, toddler and child friendly the cottages and outside area are.