Esther’s Barn is a luxurious eco-friendly property situated in Southwaite Green, which is a development of four holiday cottages in tranquil Lorton Vale, in the north west of the Lake District.
It is nestled midway between Lorton and Cockermouth, both 3 miles away, and is 9 miles west of Keswick.
A top quality accommodation, Esther’s Barn was awarded a Gold Award from the Green Tourism Scheme.
This 2-bedroom holiday home sleeps 4 and its environmentally conscious yet traditional design includes underfloor heating throughout, solar panels and locally sourced timber.
The comfortable slate-floored bedrooms, one double and one twin, are both located on the ground floor.
Both have en-suite shower rooms with hand basin and WC.
Up the oak staircase, you will find a spacious open plan lounge, fully equipped kitchen and dining area.
Cosy sofas placed around a wood burning stove, television and DVD player offer sumptuous relaxation after a long day of activities.
French windows from both living and dining areas open onto a terrace which overlooks the woodland, fruit garden and beck-side walk.
There is shared use of a grass court for general use.
The property is set on Paddle Beck, within ten acres of land that includes a wildlife meadow, arboretum, pond and woodland.
Lovers of wildlife may spot red squirrels, badgers, deer, foxes, owls or herons.
The western lakes of Loweswater, Crummock Water, Buttermere and Ennerdale are only a short drive away.
A superb area for walking and cycling or enjoying the many shops and restaurants of nearby Cockermouth or Keswick With stunning views, it is the perfect base from which to explore England’s largest National Park, ideal for a couple with two children, or two couples holidaying together in need of a relaxing scenic getaway.
Southwaite Green Cottages
Set in ten acres of idyllic grounds brimming with plentiful wildlife and offering stunning views over Paddle Beck, you can find the brilliant quartet of pet-friendly eco properties that make up the Southwaite Green Cottages. Built in 2007, with off-road parking, access to private terraces, shared use of a grass court, and tastefully-designed open-plan living spaces expertly created by local craftsmen using local timber and stone, this fantastic collection of holiday cottages is the perfect choice for friends and families who want to reconnect with nature, whilst Beckside, Lorton, and Keswick all reside within a brief car drive. A large supermarket and friendly pubs can be found in nearby the village of Cockermouth. Just a short trip by car from the cottage will bring you to the Western Lakes, including Buttermere, Loweswater, and Ennerdale, winner of ‘Britain’s Best View’. The Lake District is the best-loved country park in the British Isles and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spellbinding scenery, spectacular mountains and shimmering lakes combine to make this the most scenic area of Britain. Enjoy some of the best fine dining in the country or walk for miles on well-mapped trails. Bring your mountain bike for some of the best trail action in the country or take a steamer trip across Lake Windermere. There’s so much to see and do, you’ll want to stay at the Southwaite Green Cottages any time of year just to take it all in.
