Olde Blue Bell Cottages Heversham, Cumbria, Lake District England

Set in the heart of South Lakeland farmlands and gentle rolling fells, the quiet village of Heversham is a rural sanctuary. Teeming with wildlife, oyster catchers and herons occupy the nearby estuary, whilst wild deer and magnificent stags provide picture postcard views at the local trust parks. Walk from the Cottages for stunning views, or to the local pub for a refreshing drink and meal. All this is within a mile.

Olde Blue Bell Barn ( Sleeps 4 )

Olde Blue Bell Barn is a warm cottage with a south westerly aspect. It catches the sun from early in the morning through ‘til dusk, and witnesses stunning sunsets over the fells and Kent estuary.

It has 2 bedrooms, a double room with walk in wardrobe and a twin room. The double room can easily take an extra single bed, which we provide as a full size single mattress on a folding pine base, and there is a cot if required. The bathroom is equipped with a large bath and electric shower, and tiled in clean ceramic white and blue.

A combined lounge / dining room and separate kitchen are located on the upper floor to allow full benefit of the views and evening sun. A pitch pine wooden floor has been laid throughout, with furnishings in warm hues to blend with the natural wood colours. A television with digital reception, video, DVD player, and a mini hi-fi with radio, tape and CD facilities are provided. There is also a wireless internet connection for your computer.

The kitchen is newly equipped with a fridge and small freezer, microwave, washing machine, electric cooker and hob. We keep it stocked with all the basic provisions you need to make holiday cooking a little easier.

Full gas central heating, which can be thermostatically set to a temperature of your liking, ensures Olde Blue Bell Barn is cosy at all times. There is a patio area for breakfasting in the morning sun or BBQ’s. This cottage is ideal for families, as there is a small play park for children in the nearby field. We also welcome pets in this cottage.

Olde Blue Bell Cottage ( Sleeps 6 )

Converted from an 18th century coaching inn, Olde Blue Bell Cottage is cosy, comfortable and full of character.

It has 3 bedrooms, a double and two twin rooms. The bathroom is equipped with a large bath and powerful shower, and tiled in clean ceramic white and blue.

The downstairs comprises a spacious lounge and a seperate kitchen-diner. A mixture of stonework, wooden beams and natural wood has been used to give a relaxing yet rustic feel. A cast iron, coal effect gas fire makes the lounge a really cosy room in which to unwind after a day on the fells or touring the lakes. A television with video and DVD players, and a mini hi-fi with radio, tape and CD facilities are provided.

The kitchen was hand crafted by a local joiner, and is equipped with a microwave, washing machine, a fridge with small freezer compartment, and an electric cooker and hob. We keep it stocked with all the basic provisions you need to make holiday cooking a little easier.

Full gas central heating ensures the cottage is cosy at all times. There is a patio area for breakfasting or BBQ’s.

The Coach House ( Sleeps 6 )

A luxurious 18th century barn conversion, The Coach House combines character with contemporary chic.

Tiled in natural limestone with under floor heating, the ground floor comprises 3 bedrooms; a double, a twin and a bedroom with full size bunk beds. Each bedroom has its own thermostat for individual comfort. There are 2 bathrooms, the main bathroom is equipped with a Jacuzzi bath and powerful shower, and there is an ensuite shower room for the master bedroom. Both bathrooms have a toilet. Recessed spot lighting has been used throughout to provide softer lighting. Natural colours have been used to give a relaxing environment.

The upper floor is an open plan lounge kitchen diner, with oak beams and stone walls, light and airy with fabulous views. A rustic oak laminate floor and leather suite add a contemporary feel. There is a flat screen TV with a whole range of digital channels, and a DVD player.

The kitchen is newly fitted and equipped with an electric oven with halogen hob, an extra quiet Bosch dishwasher, combi microwave and fridge. There is also a separate freezer and washing machine. Colour changing lights, and blue spot lights on the stairs and kitchen plinth provide special mood lighting for the evenings. The kitchen is kept stocked with all the basic provisions you need to make holiday cooking a little easier.

Full gas central heating ensures the cottage is cosy at all times. There is a courtyard garden for dining al fresco and BBQ's.