Cosy Character Cottage

Olde Blue Bell Cottage forms part of an 18th century coaching inn that finally ceased trading in the 1950’s. Full of character, it provides a cosy base from which to explore the lakes, mountains and coast. Walk from the door up Heversham hill, for stunning views of the Cumbrian fells and estuary, or visit our 19th century pub for a relaxing drink, only a 5 minutes by foot. We provide a warm welcome to all, dogs and children especially. Olde Blue Bell Cottage is full of character, oak beams and stone walls hint at its origins as an 18th century coaching inn. Furnished in keeping with its old cottage character, we have added a contemporary twist, aiming to provide a relaxing and comfortable home for your holiday. The downstairs comprises a lounge, with a separate kitchen / diner. The kitchen is hand crafted by a local joiner, with a Belfast sink, halogen hob, electric oven, Bosch dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. The cupboards are stocked with all the basic essentials such as kitchen roll, foil, dishwasher tablets, etc, and spices, herbs and oils will help with any holiday cooking - we aim to provide a home from home. The cottage is a 3 bedroom property, it comprises a double and 2 twin bedrooms. All beds have quality mattresses so you can get a good night’s sleep. The bathroom is newly fitted with a shower and large bath for a luxurious soak after a day out on the fells; heated towel rail and toiletries supplied. Full gas central heating can be set by you to make the cottage as cosy or as cool as you like, and there is a coal effect fire in the lounge to snuggle up in front of in the evenings. Free wireless internet is provided, as well as a flat screen digital TV, DVD player, and Bluetooth speakers with radio. Outside is a courtyard garden, fully gated so it is safe for both young children and dogs. There is a garden table and chairs for dining al fresco or simply enjoying a relaxing glass of wine at the end of the day, and an area for BBQ’s. The village play park is a stone’s throw from the cottage, ideal for young children. You can walk in the village, directly from the cottage up Heversham Head, a small hill with stunning views of the Lakeland Fells and Cumbrian coastline. We live nearby so are on hand for any local information or help if needed, and provide you with a mobile telephone number for 24 hour accessibility. We will also call round to welcome you, make sure you have found everything you need and provide you with some local information re amenities, walks, places to eat, etc. Heversham has a fabulous location, set in the middle of farmland and rolling hills, you can see the coastline and it is only a few miles to Lake Windermere. For local conveniences, the village of Milnthorpe is just a mile away, where you can buy almost anything, from sticky toffee pudding to a tailored men’s suit! Booths supermarket is open daily until 10pm, Number 17 Restaurant and bar provide a top quality meal out, Mirror Mirror is there for holiday beauty treatments, and there are Indian, Chinese and Pizza takeaways for easy holiday dining. There is also a beautiful village pub, Heversham Hotel, a 5 minute walk from the cottage. Heversham is a rural village and the best way to see the area to it's full potential is by car. However, there is a bus that runs hourly through the village travelling all the way through the Lake District via Windermere and Ambleside, right up to Keswick in the north. Or you could take the bus to the market town of Kendal (6 miles) for shopping and culture. You can also catch a train from Kendal for more site seeing. You can walk from the cottage door up the hill of Heversham Head for stunning views of the Lakeland fells and estuary. Alternatively, a 10 minute car journey will get you to the coastline at Arnside for walks along the estuary or up the Knott for the most outstanding views. For hardened walkers check out the Kentmere Round, a strenuous 12 mile mountainous horseshoe walk that links with High Street, the old Roman route that passes over the top of the mountains from North to South Cumbria. We will be happy to offer walk suggestions to you, whatever the make up of your group.