The two cottages, Caudale Beck and Dovedale, are both idyllically situated on this Patterdale farm, offering a truly “off the beaten track” living experience. They are both approached by farm tracks (recently concreted in parts); there is no passing traffic.

If walking is your pleasure, there are so many options of walks from the door, you may never bother to use your car during your stay. However, despite the seclusion of the location, it is only six miles to Ambleside (outdoor clothing shops, restaurants, cinema), thus very central for exploring more of the Lake District by car if you choose.

Caudale Beck		Dovedale Cottage
Caudale Beck was built in 1699. This Grade II listed traditional Lakeland farmhouse nestles in seclusion at the end of its own driveway.		Dovedale Cottage is a wing of the 16 th C. Hartsop Hall.
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There is a campsite shop for basics just a short walk across the fields. There is a post office, off-licence and general stores (where they bake their own bread for sale) in Patterdale (2.5 miles) and other shops in Glenridding, about 3 miles away.

Eating and drinking
The nearest pub is the Brotherswater Inn, ½ mile away; the best restaurant-pub nearby is the Queen’s Head at Troutbeck, on the Windermere side of the Kirkstone Pass. Ask us for other recommendations.

Fuel and heating
All the fuel, oil heating, electricity, coal for the open fires is provided for guests and is included in the cost of your holiday rental.

Water

The water supply to both cottages is from natural springs, is filtered and regularly inspected by the Environment Agency.  Nevertheless, we recommend you run the water from the taps for a while prior to drinking, on first arriving.

Pets
We do accept well-behaved dogs in both cottages, @ £30 per week. Dogs must always be kept under close control. Further details are on the booking form.

Both cottages are 'NO SMOKING' properties.