About this property
A large 18th century cottage boasting incredible sea views over the Solway Estuary, this is the perfect base for walkers, cyclists and nature enthusiasts to return to after a day exploring.
Allonby is perfectly placed for exploring the Solway Coast and the Western Lake District, and has a beautiful part pebble, part sandy beach, where children, adults and your four legged friends will find hours of fun. There is a children s playground and a small football pitch for wearing out younger members of the party. Popular with families and dog walkers, the Cumbrian Coastal Way passes through the village, and walkers can enjoy many miles of green sea banks. Mawbray beach, 2 miles north, is backed by undulating sand dunes. If you want a break from cooking, Allonby boasts two pubs serving meals, a café and a takeaway, plus a general store and off licence, which also sells fabulous ice cream. Birdwatchers and nature lovers should head to the rspb reserve at Campfield Marsh, 20 miles away. The Northern Fells of the Lake District National Park, a walkers paradise, are only a 30 minute drive away. As is the beautiful town of Keswick, sitting on the edge of Derwentwater, with it's many tourist attractions. Cyclists can head to the mountain bike trails at Whinlatter (16 miles), or road cyclists can challenge themselves on the Newlands and Whinlatter passes. Urbanites can find some retail therapy at the market town of Cockermouth has plenty of independent and outdoor shops to explore, as well as a great choice of cafes, pubs and restaurants to refuel. Reflecting its seaside location, pale yellow and nautical blue decor is complemented by large windows and elegant furnishings. The bright kitchen features a large electric oven with a five ring ceramic hob and warmer, a freestanding fridge freezer and a microwave. From here, the back door opens into a small fully enclosed yard where an outhouse has been converted into a utility room that contains a washing machine, tumble dryer and sink. Gather everyone together in the dining room for sociable mealtimes before heading to relax in the lovely living room. Serene in cream and yellow, there are lovely views to the sea. Settle on the leather sofas and armchairs to watch a movie the FreeSat TV connects to the internet, so don't forget your Netflix/Prime logins. Upstairs, the first of two family bathrooms sits on a split level between the ground and first floors and has a shower over the bath. A four poster double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a further double bedroom are on the first floor. The second floor has a queen size bedroom, a double bedroom and a bathroom with corner bath and a hand held shower. Outside you will find an enclosed, rear courtyard. Parking is available in the free car park located just across the road next to the beach. There is also plenty of on street parking. Need to know: 5 bedrooms 1 queen size, 3 double, 1 twin. 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 bathroom with corner bath and handheld shower and WC. Electric oven with a five ring ceramic hob and warmer, fridge freezer, microwave and coffee maker. Outhouse with a washing machine, tumble dryer and sink. Coal effect electric fire. Wi Fi included. Smart TV. Enclosed rear courtyard. Parking available in free car park across the road or plenty of on street parking. Bridge House can sleep up to 10 people; the dining room can seat up to 10 but the seating in the living room is better suited to 6. Shop 300m, pub 100m and restaurant 9 miles.
Accommodation
Waterside views, Enclosed garden / patio, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Beach within 5 miles, Family friendly, Four poster bed, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage, Yes