HOLLIN HEAD HOLIDAY COTTAGE

Situated in the heart of Eskdale, one of the most tranquil valleys of the Lake District, Hollin Head is a traditional Lakeland cottage that dates back as far as records began – in 1586 – and has a number of original features including solid oak beams, open fires and a dairy.

With a walled garden and stunning views of mountains to the east and the Irish Sea to the west, this four-bedroomed holiday cottage sleeps 8, and is the ideal base for exploring the fells, rivers, lakes and tarns of this beautiful corner of Cumbria.

Eskdale is a wonderful starting point for hundreds of walks, either on the fells or along the banks of the River Esk, which flows from Scafell at the top of the valley down to the estuary at Ravenglass, an old fishing village complete with a ruined Roman bath-house. The river has natural pools for swimming and is a popular place for canoeing and fishing. The famous Ravenglass & Eskdale Miniature Railway runs along the valley, its steam trains making the leisurely seven-mile journey down to the sea.

There are five pubs in the valley, three of which are within walking distance of the cottage (the George IV, the nearest, is just 15 mins walk). All welcome children and serve real ales and a wide choice of good food. The village shop, Eskdale Stores, sells a comprehensive range of goods, including groceries, fresh fruit and vegetables, food to go, alcohol and newspapers. A public payphone is located 400 yards away from Hollin Head and there is some reception for mobile phones on the Orange network.

Please click here for internal photos of the cottage

Back to top