The property
Roose 4.4 miles.
Colt Park Cottage is a delightful, three-bedroom bungalow resting in Aldingham, a charming village near Roose in Cumbria.
With surrounding lawned garden, off-road parking, and a superb location walking distance from the coast and just a short drive from the Lake District National Park, this lovely abode makes a perfect base for a family, group of friends, or sharing couples seeking a refreshing, fuss-free getaway.
Step into Colt Park Cottage to discover a tastefully-appointed interior.
Get to work in the well-equipped kitchen/diner, an elegant space where you and your loved ones can prepare and savour your meals together.
To relax, retreat to the sitting room to kick back on the sofas as you watch a film or two on the Smart TV, all the while kept warm and toasty by the gas fire.
On warmer days, step out onto the front patio to sip a glass of your favourite beverage as you soak in more of your peaceful new setting.
In the evenings, refresh with a wash under the rainfall shower before you finally settle in for a much-needed rest in one of the three plush bedrooms, including an impressive master king-size.
All of this and more is yours to enjoy when you book Colt Park Cottage.
Colt Park Farm
Nestled near the coast in the quaint Cumbrian hamlet of Aldingham, lie the two holiday properties of Colt Park Farm – The Old Stable (sleeps 8) and Colt Park Cottage (sleeps 5), both properties have ample private parking. Welcoming up to thirteen guests, boasting ample off-road parking, pristine gardens, well-appointed living spaces, and a superb location offering sea views and a short car journey to the wonderful Lake District National Park. A stay at The Old Stable, Colt Park, is ideal for large families, groups of friends, or even couples seeking a luxurious, home from home self-catering getaway. Colt Park Cottage offers warm cosy, well appointed self-catering accommodation for 5 guests and pets, with a secure, lawned, garden, with lovely views over fields and Morecambe Bay. Within a short drive from the property you will find Baycliffe village, with a beautiful, country pub - The Farmers, which serves super food and drinks, with a great welcoming atmosphere. Further along the coast road is Ulverston Golf Club in the village of Bardsea, also home to The Ship Inn, and then the lovely market town of Ulverston, with its cobbled streets and great range of local individual shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, butchers, bakery – everything you could need or want. Ulverston also boasts a good selection of supermarkets – Booths, Marks & Spencer Food Hall, Aldi, Co-op and Tesco Expresss, so you can stock up on everthing you may need for your stay. Just a 10 minute drive beyond Ulverston and you are in The Lake District, arriving at Newby Bridge and the South end of Lake Windermere. From there on you are spoilt for choice in the wonderful, scenic National Park. There are many, many walks, cycling paths to discover, and plenty of Michelin starred restaurants to chose from, along with a great array of Cumbrian pubs. Haverthwaite Railway is a great place to park and take the steam train to Lakeside and then catch the historic steamer that takes you on a leisurely sail up Lake Windermere to Bowness. A really special place to visit is Cartmel – it has a lovely Priory, great little shops, cheese shop, micro brewery, wine and also the famous Cartmel Sticky Toffee shop! It is also home to the world renowned L’enclume Michelin starred restaurant, and also Rogan’s and many other eateries.The picturesque Cartmel Race course is also situated right in the village and when they have races on, it is a fantastic day out for all the family –take a picnic and park in the centre of the course. Heading along the spectacular Coast Road in the opposite direction, you will find Roa Island and PIel Island, and further into Barrow-in-Furness you will find The Dock Museum, and two further golf courses. Dalton Zoo is also a great park to visit with a large selection of animal to feed and see.
The list of things to do and see is endless, and at the end of your day out you can come back to your home from home and have a cold drink whilst relaxing in your own private hot tub.
About the location
ULVERSTON
Lake Windermere 10 miles; Coniston Water 11 miles.
A quaint suburb and ward of Barrow-in-Furness, Roose, sometimes known as Roosecote, makes a marvellous base for those seeking a rural retreat to Cumbria. With the word 'roose' being Celtic for "moor" or "heath", you can expect to find plentiful spots for observing natural wonders and nature here. Encompassed by Rampside and Stank, as well as Piel Island and Roa Island, there's so much to explore within the local area and beyond. The area itself is home to a selection of pubs and shops, tending to all tastes as well as being wonderful for any self-catered stay, as well as being served by the Roose railway station, one of the few remaining stations on the Furness Line in the Barrow area. The nearby town of Barrow-in-Furness boasts a wider selection of amenities alongside a cinema, the Dock Museum where you can learn about the exciting local history, a golf course, a beautiful beach and much more to keep you and your loved ones entertained. Spend a day in Ulverston for wonderful shopping experiences as well as the wonders of the Laurel and Hardy Museum, glassblowing experiences and the Sir John Barrow Monument, offering something at any time of year that you visit. Further afield rests the beauty of the Lake District National Park, with its spectacular lakes and rugged fell mountains providing walking and cycling experiences like no other, it's well-worth a visit for its remarkable scenery. With so much excitement within easy reach, Roose makes a wonderful base from which to explore the coast and countryside of Cumbria.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1115119, together sleeping up to 13 guests.
