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The Old Bothy

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The Old Bothy holiday barn private patio
The modern, cosy living room area with wood burning stove
The Old Bothy and The Old Grainstore which together can accommodate 10 people
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Overview
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
4 guests
3 nights minimum
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The Old Bothy is an eco-friendly luxury barn conversion, peacefully situated on a 'Farming for Wildlife' award winning working dairy farm, close to the North Lakeland Fells, near Wigton in the Northern Lake District in Cumbria.The Old Bothy is ideally situated to visit the Lake District, the Solway Coast, Carlisle, Hadrian`s Wall and the Scottish Borders. This superb semi-detached cottage near Wigton offers two bedrooms and a spacious sitting area with a feature sandstone fireplace which divides the kitchen and dining area. With the owner's added touches throughout, this Lake District cottage has been lovingly restored with many original features maintained from the days when it was used as a farm bothy. A wonderful farm cottage that has been finished to a very high standard. A perfect hol...The Old Bothy is an eco-friendly luxury barn conversion, peacefully situated on a 'Farming for Wildlife' award winning working dairy farm, close to the North Lakeland Fells, near Wigton in the Northern Lake District in Cumbria.The Old Bothy is ideally situated to visit the Lake District, the Solway Coast, Carlisle, Hadrian`s Wall and the Scottish Borders. This superb semi-detached cottage near Wigton offers two bedrooms and a spacious sitting area with a feature sandstone fireplace which divides the kitchen and dining area. With the owner's added touches throughout, this Lake District cottage has been lovingly restored with many original features maintained from the days when it was used as a farm bothy. A wonderful farm cottage that has been finished to a very high standard. A perfect holiday home for exploring the area. Note: This property is attached to The Old Grainstore and together they sleep 10. Overview:Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. Amenities: Eco-friendly electric central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Patio with furniture plus shared, grassed picnic/play area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles. More
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House Rules
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
This cottage is on a quiet site due to young families present and farm animals
Bathrooms
1 Full bath, 1 Half bath
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About the Owner
Joanne B
Languages spoken:English
Response Rate:100%
Response Time:Within a few hours
Listed Since:April 2015
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Reviewed 6 November 2018 via mobile
Fabulous relaxing retreat

Highly recommended the old bothy, immaculate, cosy, homely and very comfortable accommodation that exceeded our expectations. Very warm welcome from the owners, child friendly and lovely touches such as home made scones, toys for the kids and opportunities to be involved with feeding the calves....More

Date of stay: October 2018
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Trail580577, VR Owner at The Old Bothy, responded to this reviewResponded 16 November 2018

We thoroughly appreciate your positive comments and would like to thank you for taking the time to write this lovey review. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Reviewed 4 November 2018
Perfect self catering holiday

We've just returned from a fabulous break in this gorgeous cottage. Inside is beautiful and very tastefully decorated. Furnishings and fittings are of a really high quality which made our stay feel very luxurious. Absolutely everything you need has been thoughtfully provided and the owners...More

Date of stay: November 2018
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Trail580577, VR Owner at The Old Bothy, responded to this reviewResponded 16 November 2018

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. It was an absolute pleasure to meet you all and we hope to see you again soon.

Reviewed 29 September 2018 via mobile
An excellent holiday

The best self catering holiday cottage we have ever been to in 40 yrs, lovely cottage, friendly owners & good area with plenty places to visit, plus recommend their home made produce available for sale.

Date of stay: September 2018
Thank Bart P
Trail580577, VR Owner at The Old Bothy, responded to this reviewResponded 30 September 2018

Thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review. It was a pleasure to accommodate you once again and hope to see you in the future

Reviewed 28 September 2015
Beautiful accommodation in a relaxing haven

I have just stayed at the Old Bothy with three female friends for three nights. All of the accommodation is beautifully presented and looks brand new even though it is more than two years old. Spotlessly clean everywhere. Situated on a working dairy farm in...More

Date of stay: September 2015
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Amenities
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Central Heating
Suitable For Children Under 5
Highchair
Internet Access
Linens Provided
Mountain Views
Parking
Private Garden
Shared Garden
Towels Provided
Wi-Fi
There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive
Horse Riding Nearby
Cycling Trips
Hiking Trips
Rural/Countryside Retreats
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There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive, Horse Riding Nearby
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