Bird How

Holmrook, Cumbria

The view from Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale, Holmrook, Lake District, Cumbria — The view from Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale

The stone exterior of Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale, Lake District, Cumbria — The exterior of Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale

The sitting room at Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale, Lake District, Cumbria — The sitting room at Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale

The bunk bed twin bedroom at Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale, Lake District, Cumbria — The bunk bed twin bedroom at Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale

The twin bedroom at Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale, Lake District, Cumbria — The twin bedroom at Bird How, nr Gosforth, Eskdale

At-a-glance details

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Preferred changeover day Saturday
Minimum stay 2 nights
Number of dogs welcome 0
Acorn rating 1 What's this?
Reference 009005

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About Bird How

A remote cottage in the Eskdale valley offering a peaceful retreat in the Lake District.

For a stay truly off the beaten track, you’ll find it here at Bird How. Quite literally too; the dolls-house-like cottage is found nestling on a fellside via a rough farm track. Its remoteness may not be for everyone, but if you’re in need of a week away from everyday distractions, Bird How can offer a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Lake District. With no phone or TV signal, you’ll be able to really appreciate the simplicity of this former cow barn. If you’re still not convinced, how does a snuggle around its open fire after a days’ hiking sound?

Its location in the Eskdale valley makes it an ideal base for serious walkers and hikers, with many challenging routes from the doorstep to explore in this less known part of the Lake District National Park. Start the morning with a walk up the steepest road in England, Hardknott Pass, and explore the Roman Fort close to the top. If Scafell Pike is on your bucket-list, you can walk the lesser known route from your door.

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Features and facilities

Cot & high chair not available
Microwave available
Fridge available
Freezer available
Dishwasher not available
Washing machine not available
Tumble dryer available
Telephone not available
Television not available
DVD not available
WiFi* not available
Open fire / wood burner available
Garden available
BBQ not available

Accessibility

Not accessible

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Layout

Ground floor
Sitting/dining room with local stone open fire, small kitchen and two bedrooms (1 twin and 1 with a bunk bed)

Notes for guests

Access: The access statement is for guidance only. For up to date photos please those images in the main website page.

Heating: Electric wall heating included.

Parking: A parking space is available outside of the gate leading to the cottage.

Garden: A walled field surrounds the cottage.

Access : The approach is along a rough farm track. Low slung and rear wheel drive vehicles may have problems when fully loaded.

Linen: Please note - linen is not available at this cottage. Duvets and pillows will be on the beds but you will need to take your own sheets, duvet covers, pillow cases and towels.

Television/Signal: There is no television as reception is poor in the area.

Please note: The cottage does not have a bathroom. The kitchen is used for washing. An Elsan lavatory is underneath the cottage in the shippon.

Due to the remoteness of this cottage, care taking is difficult. Visitors are asked to leave the cottage clean and tidy on departure.