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Benstead Cottage

Gosforth, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1157162)

Customer rating

5.0

Lakelovers rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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9 Customer Review(s)

  • Phillip

    “2:8.25 - 9.”

    8.25 (Second visit this Year Anotner fabulous stay very lucky with our enguish weather Managed to get out everyday. St Bees beach - a must: Our Springer Spaniel timo Loved it, the beach Suitable for kids to pLay too! Had an amazing experience Visiting Emerald Pools - Facebook Says. Its an easy walk but terrain quite bad on foot and its a good 45 mins there and same back . Well worth a visit, scenery in was Sensational and the pools were out of this world. ( Don’t forget a towel if you ...

    8.25 (Second visit this Year Anotner fabulous stay very lucky with our enguish weather Managed to get out everyday. St Bees beach - a must: Our Springer Spaniel timo Loved it, the beach Suitable for kids to pLay too! Had an amazing experience Visiting Emerald Pools - Facebook Says. Its an easy walk but terrain quite bad on foot and its a good 45 mins there and same back . Well worth a visit, scenery in was Sensational and the pools were out of this world. ( Don’t forget a towel if you fancy a dip!) Beer Garden and food at the Gosforth Inn is about 5 mins drive in car to Gosforth - we visited almost everyday - well worth going staff very friendly . Bridge Inn, Holmrook - we nad a beautiful meal there too. But most of all this being our Second visit to Benstead Cottage and both times we have been made so welcome, a comfortable, clean and stunning cottage. Ian and Margo - Well I think we can all say we have now two new friends in you both ! Oh' and Mable and J.B. too , gorgeous dogs . Thankyou So much for being the best host and Making our stay a Special one. Lets Keep in touch via F.B. love Mandy Phil Stewart Gaynor And Elmo . Middleton, Manchester

    - Phillip, August 2025

    Such a lovely kind family we loved seeing all you guys again ☺️ thank you so much for the fantastic feedback, warm friendly and hilarious at points Take care guys and see you all again Ian Margo JB & Mad Mabel Property Owner

Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
  • Entrance conservatory/boot room
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, ninja air fryer
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • 2 well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3 miles and pub 0.5 miles, beach 3 miles
  • Note: This property does not have a garden but benefits from a small secure outside courtyard
  • Please note: the owners are providing a 10% discount to veterans and servicemen, please contact Sykes or the owners for further information

The property

Benstead Cottage is a characterful abode on the edge of the Lake District National park, situated in the ideally-placed village of Gosforth, Cumbria.

Seascale 3.2 miles; Eskdale 6.7 miles; Wasdale Head 9.7 miles.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

GOSFORTH

Wasdale Head 9 miles; Eskdale 3 miles; Seascale 4 miles.

The small village of Gosforth sits amongst beautiful Lakeland countryside and consists of a scattering of traditional cottages, farm dwellings, and pubs serving good food. The village forges links far back into the history books and proudly shows the tallest, and oldest Viking Cross in England, plus the church holds many treasures not least the amazing Hogsback Tombs. Close by are the towering peaks of Scafell - England's highest peak, as well as Great Gable, Hard Knott, Harter Fell and Muncaster Fell, whilst the nearby valleys of Eskdale, Wasdale and Dunnerdale provide breathtaking scenery. There are many local attractions in the area including Muncaster Castle, the World Owl Centre and the Ravenglass to Eskdale miniature railway. This great location has something for everyone.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas