Wood Cottage, Kendal

Set 750 yards from Castle Howe in Kendal, Wood Cottage, Kendal offers accommodation with a kitchen.

The nearest airport is Blackpool International Airport, 39.8 miles from the holiday home.

Information about the host

Company information

We have been letting holiday cottages for more than 25 years. Our business has moved from the kitchen table to become the UK’s leading independent agency with more than 17,000 properties available across the UK and Ireland and New Zealand. We have won the Best UK Cottage Holiday Company at the British Travel Awards for the last 7 years running, so you know you're in safe hands when you book with us. Whether you are looking to book a large family gathering, an intimate weekend break for two, want to take your dog, stay in a magnifiicent castle, a yurt or a farm or any of our stunning properties - This is your time, use it well!

Property information

This charming terrace cottage has been beautifully renovated to an architecturally designed plan and offers delightfully different accommodation. It has an "upside-down" layout with the stylish open plan living area on the first floor comprising a contemporary dining and sitting area with a well equipped kitchen, and the ground floor houses the comfortable bedroom and luxurious wet room. Parking is a minute's walk away (with a free 24 hour parking permit). The shops, restaurants and pubs are just a short two minute walk away and there are also pleasant riverside walks which are easily accessible. With the marvellous scenery on offer in this wonderful area this cottage makes a fabulous romantic retreat for two people any time of year.

Neighbourhood information

The historic Lakeland town of Kendal sits on the banks of the River Kent, the 12th Century ruins of Kendal Castle look out over the town from its lofty hillside perch. Kendal has many visitor attractions including The Abbot Hall Art Gallery, which has a regular collection of portraits by local artist George Romney, and works by Ruskin and Turner. There are many fine eateries and opportunities for shopping within the town, whilst the surrounding area is a paradise for walkers and cyclists and offers a host of other outdoor pursuits. The countryside is a spectacular setting for historic properties such as Sizergh Castle and the Topiary Garden at nearby Levens Hall are most impressive. This area is a superb base for visiting this beautiful part of Britain.

Languages spoken

English