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A beautiful family holiday cottage with lots of character in an idyllic village
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9.2 out of 10
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4 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 8
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Ulverston, England
- South Lakes Safari Zoo5 min drive
- Laurel and Hardy Museum7 min drive
- Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre10 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom Main
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Ensuite Bathroom
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A beautiful family holiday cottage with lots of character in an idyllic village
Situated in a quieter part of the Lake District with easy access to the south and western Lakes and Solway Coast, this cottage is an ideal family holiday cottage at any time of year with a garden for relaxing in on sunny days and a cosy open fire for winter evenings.
The picturesque village of Great Urswick is awash with history from the hill fort to the ancient village church. The village tarn provides the perfect place for lazy days spent picnicking or fishing. Walks over Birkrigg common are accessible from the village and will reward you with panoramic views over the Furness Peninsula, Morecombe Bay and the fells of the nearby Lake District. Just three miles from the village is the traditional market town of Ulverston, famed for its diverse range of festivals throughout the year. The pretty cobbled streets are littered with specialist shops, cosy pubs, traditional markets and cultured hotspots. South Lakes Wild Animal Park is only a short drive from Oronsay, here you can hand feed giraffes and walk amongst wallabies, kangaroos and lemurs.
Oronsay has been delightfully refurbished, blending modern design with the irreplaceable charm of old exposed beams, pretty latched doors and traditional fireplaces. Cosy nights can be spent dining in front of the open fire or in the warmer months enjoy a glass of wine alfresco in the quaint garden.
The picturesque village of Great Urswick is awash with history from the hill fort to the ancient village church. The village tarn provides the perfect place for lazy days spent picnicking or fishing. Walks over Birkrigg common are accessible from the village and will reward you with panoramic views over the Furness Peninsula, Morecombe Bay and the fells of the nearby Lake District. Just three miles from the village is the traditional market town of Ulverston, famed for its diverse range of festivals throughout the year. The pretty cobbled streets are littered with specialist shops, cosy pubs, traditional markets and cultured hotspots. South Lakes Wild Animal Park is only a short drive from Oronsay, here you can hand feed giraffes and walk amongst wallabies, kangaroos and lemurs.
Oronsay has been delightfully refurbished, blending modern design with the irreplaceable charm of old exposed beams, pretty latched doors and traditional fireplaces. Cosy nights can be spent dining in front of the open fire or in the warmer months enjoy a glass of wine alfresco in the quaint garden.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ulverston
Located in Ulverston, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Holker Street Stadium or Cartmel Racecourse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ulverston, England
What's nearby
- Lake Cruises - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
- South Lakes Safari Zoo - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
- Laurel and Hardy Museum - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
- Conishead Priory - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
- Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
- Tudor Square - 6 min drive
- Dragon Chinese - 8 min drive
- Old Farmhouse Pub & Dining - 7 min drive
- Roy's Ices - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Rachel Hunter

I am a young professional currently living in Liverpool and working as as Senior Designer in one of the UK’s biggest online retailers. I love the country, walking, running, arts and culture.
I am married with a 4 year old daughter and I have a twin sister.
I am married with a 4 year old daughter and I have a twin sister.
Why they chose this property
My late mother bought the property when I was 6, my sister and I had an amazing childhood in the cottage and village. 3 years ago sadly we lost our mother, and we wanted to keep the property on so we spent a year and lots of money renovating it to the standard it is today.
What makes this property unique
It has beautiful views of the tarn and is in an idyllic village which is steeped in history. It is 16th Century and used to be an old wash house. It was merged into the cottage in-front originally, then it was made into 3 cottages, now, we have merged 2. Only through renovation work it has a couple of straight walls, all of the others are crooked! It has beams that have come from viking ships.
My mother did a lot of travelling, the house is named after the SS Oronsay, a ship which she sailed to Australia on. She visited many countries and you can see artefacts from her travels on the walls.
My mother did a lot of travelling, the house is named after the SS Oronsay, a ship which she sailed to Australia on. She visited many countries and you can see artefacts from her travels on the walls.
Languages:
English, French
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