 | A two bedroomed, stone-built cottage in Garsdale, near the market town of Sedbergh, Whitbeck cottage is ideally sited for a restful break. For the more energetic the Howgill fells are but a stones throw away. |
Ground Floor: the front door opens into the comfortable, light living room with coal effect electric fire set on a stone hearth. Stereo, TV and video with a selection of music and videos. |  |
 | Stairs lead off through a door to the upper floor, whilst the other door leads to the kitchen/dining room - another bright and airy room with new pine fittings. |
First Floor: One large double bedroom with view to the front - shown here. |  |
 | First Floor: One further bedroom with window seat and views to the river (the view from rear bedroom is shown opposite). This room has sleeping accommodation for up to three. |
Bathroom with three piece suite and shower over bath. |  |
Facilities: Electric cooker, microwave, fridge-freezer, kettle, toaster, cafetiere, automatic washer/dryer, iron and ironing board. Colour TV, video player with large selection of videos and CD player/radio. Local, UV filtered spring tap water is serviced to the property. Bed linen is included, but please bring your own towels. Garden and private parking. Picnic benches provided for outdoor eating. Well behaved pets can be accommodated; please advise on booking. Tesco in Kendal will now deliver to the cottage. The postcode is LA10 5NS
 | The river Clough runs through the field behind, offering the opportunity for paddling or fishing as the mood takes. Access involves climbing a style and climbing down the river bank. |
| Hawes | Rope Maker |
| The Wensleydale Experience | |
| Dales Countryside Museum | |
| Hardraw | England’s highest single drop waterfall, entrance via pub! |
| Kendal | Gateway to the Lake District |
| Museums | |
| Leisure Centre | |
| Factory Shops | |
| Leven’s Hall and Gardens | |
| Dent | Picturesque village with cobbled streets, tea rooms & pubs |
| Semerwater | Lake with circular walk approx. 6 miles |
| Aysgarth | Spectacular waterfalls, crafts and tea rooms |
| Skipton | Fantastic medieval Castle |
| Train | Travel by Settle - Carlisle railway from Garsdale Head |
| Ingleton | White Scar Caves |
| Castle Bolton | Prison of Mary, Queen of Scots |
The closest town is that of Sedbergh. It is a pretty market town, set in the base of the howgill fells. |  |
 | Dent is a picturesque cobbled village, nestling in the hillside of dentdale. There are pubs and tea rooms providing refreshments. |
The lake at Semerwater is a good place to cool off or go for a relaxing walk. |  |
From the M6 motorway exit at junction 37 and follow Sedbergh.
Pass through Sedbergh and take the A684 to Hawes, towards Garsdale.
Whitbeck Cottage is situated approximately 3 miles down this road on the left hand side. Start looking out for it after you pass the open moorland with large car park area. It is then the second group of buildings on the left.
Travelling time from:
| Preston approx. | 1 hr |
| Edinburgh approx. | 2 hrs. 30 min |
| Bournemouth approx. | 6 hrs. |
| London approx. | 4 hrs. 30 min |
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To check availability or to book please call 01772 617518 or 01202 848012.
Please do compare our prices with other Cumbrian cottages - we are trying to cut out the middle man and deal with customers directly.
Prices are as follows:
| Xmas & New Year | £395/week |
| Peak weeks | £325/week |
| Mid-season weeks | £275/week |
| Off-Peak weeks | £225/week |
| Weekend/Mid-week Breaks | From £150 (off peak only) |
Peak weeks are generally defined as school holiday weeks, to confirm more precisely please phone.
A maximum of 2 well behaved dogs can be accommodated. There is a charge of £30 per dog per week and dogs must remain downstairs.
Smoking is not permitted inside the cottage.
There is a price reduction of 10% for repeat bookings and bookings of more than one week.
A £50 deposit is payable on booking and will be refunded, less any deductions for damage, usually within a week of the hire.
For more details please tel: 01772 617518 or 01202 848012
Email: de-sylva@homecall.co.uk Email is usually checked once a day, but for a faster response please telephone.
http://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/
http://www.sedbergh.org.uk/ (This link leaves our website)>
http://www.cumbria1st.com/Towns/kendal.htm