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Dalegarth Hall

Eskdale, Lake District
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Four Poster
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Gorgeous former manor house, located near Stanely Ghyll, one of the finest waterfall ravines in The Lakes
  • Take a dip in the nearby crystal clear wild swimming pools or why not hop of the Eskdale Steam Railway
  • Explore the western Lakes District and its valleys and fells on foot or by bicycle
Property code: SZ158

A picture-perfect, stone country hall, dating back to the 11th century, with an abundance of original features, set within exquisite gardens and perfect for hill walks and cycle rides.

The period property creates a unique backdrop for a memorable holiday with family, friends and your three favourite hairy companions. Enjoy woodland walks with the woofer from the front door, or stroll along the peaceful River Esk. You’ll also be just 8 miles from the paw-friendly beaches of the Cumbrian coast. Dine in style in the grand dining room, before relaxing in one of the two elegant lounges. The hounds will be in their element exploring the beautiful, enclosed garden.

Enter the magnificent property via the utility room, where you can store your walking gear. Steps lead from here to the spacious kitchen/diner, with everything you need to whip up a hearty meal for the group to enjoy together in the impressive dining room, complete with period furniture and artwork. Further steps take you to the cosy lounge and a roaring wood burner. Relax on the sofa to watch the TV/DVD, whilst Rover and Fido stretch out on the rug. There’s also a quiet study, where you can take time out to read a book. Upstairs is a second lounge, as well as steps leading to the king-size bedroom with its 300-year-old four-poster bed! Steps lead down to the other bedrooms – a double, a twin, and a bunk bedroom. Outside is an enclosed garden of colourful flowers, lawn, and pond (ensure children and dogs are supervised).

Head to Boot, 1 mile away, to board the steam train of the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway. You and your canine buddies can journey through the mountainous scenery all the way to the coast, where you’ll find a woof-welcoming beach for them to charge around on. The grounds of Muncaster Castle (7 miles) are also great for pups, with woodlands and wild gardens to explore and a vast lawn where you can share a picnic.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 king-size, four-poster bed, 1 twin room, 1 double room leading to 1 bunk room (Bunk room is made up on request. Please advise at the time of booking)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath and 1 shower room
  • AGA, two sets of induction hobs, fan oven/microwave combi and dishwasher
  • Washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Wood burner
  • TV and DVD player
  • Garden
  • Please note children should be supervised at all times near the pond area
  • Ample parking for 4 cars
  • Storage for bikes and outdoor equipment
  • The forecourt is shared with a neighbouring working farm which is regularly accessed by tractors and herdwick sheep
  • Shared access to the property with neighbouring farm via an unmade farm track
  • Please note the bunk bedroom is accessed via the double bedroom
  • Pubs less than 1 mile away, shop 2.5 miles away
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Mark 29th March 2024

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A exceptional location to walk from, stunning wildlife on the doorstep & a spacious house which is full of character.

Reviewed by Michelle 7th March 2024

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Amazing place! We loved our stay for my birthday! Very quirky with lots of character! Plenty of space. We had everything and more that we needed! Remote and within reach of a pub for refreshments and food. Amazing wildlife and thank you for the bird/ref squirrel feeders not seen so many variations of birds in 1 place! Thank you 110% recommend

Reviewed by Catherine 22nd December 2023

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This is a wonderful traditional cottage with warm hearted, generous, and thoughtful hosts who provided an excellent house book covering everything we needed throughout our stay at Christmas. This would be a lovely cottage and location in summer months.

Reviewed by GRAHAM 27th October 2023

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Dalegarth Hall. It is a truly unique experience and I would not hesitate to recommend to all, young and old. The hall is located in a secluded spot surrounded on all sides by amazing scenery & easily accessible walks. Tea, milk, coffee & biscuits on arrival is a nice touch, thank you.

Reviewed by Steven 20th October 2023

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Aga. Log Burner. Great internet. Abundant Wildlife. Walks from the door. 3 good pubs and beautiful gardens. What's not to love.

Reviewed by Peter 29th September 2023

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This is a fantastic place to stay, set in the most beautiful location in Lakeland's best valley. The house is as it used to be - a family home, full of amazing furniture, and the best-equipped kitchen we had all come across. And it's so spacious - a dining-room and main sitting-room to die for, a permanently warm and cosy kitchen (with red-squirrelRead more viewing from time to time), very comfortable beds in spacious double bedrooms and two very comfortable single beds, as well as two extra reading room Hide

Reviewed by Luke 8th September 2023

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Incredible place to stay. Such a privilege to stay here. Follow the signs to dalegarth campsite and have a wonderful time away

Reviewed by David 1st September 2023

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Beautiful House, excellent location, would stay again.

Reviewed by Stephen 25th August 2023

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Reviewed by Alex 11th August 2023

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A second visit to this fabulous house. A home from home with plenty of space and comfort The nearby water play, walks and pubs make it a favourite place for our family!

Reviewed by Ken 4th August 2023

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Superb. Property and surrounding countryside gave the space and options for 3 generations to come together and enjoy varying activities. Grandad's (me) favourite pastime was watching the many beautiful birds and red squirrels using the bird feeder. Our grandson (aged 8) enjoyed the garden and waterfalls and rockpools in the area and also managed toRead more earn his Scafell Pike T shirt. Grandparents enjoyed the many low level and beautiful walks in the immediate area. Time passed too quickly. Hide

Reviewed by Philip 28th July 2023

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This is the second time we have been to Dalegarth. It is a wonderful place and was enjoyed by young and old alike. The easy access to streams for swimming, several inns and the narrow-gauge railway makes it a splendid holiday location. We are still amazed that a building with so many historical artefacts still in place should be a rentable propertyRead more. My only concern is that if I praise it too highly I might find it fully booked when I want to come again. Hide

Reviewed by Maggie 21st July 2023

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A great property - it was perfect for a 40th wedding anniversary with family and friends. Beautiful location - great for bird watching!

Reviewed by Diane 16th June 2023

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Reviewed by Carolyn 26th May 2023

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Reviewed by John 5th May 2023

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We were 7 adults for first week .The equipment is probably the best thought out I have come across in a cottage . The space allows you to seperate and rejoin . Watching red squirrels ,woodpeckers , nut hatch and tits feeding whilst breakfasting was superb. we went walking every day from the cottage ( no one day we did get the train ) . whilst we weRead morere there the house wall was covered in wisteria, The garden is just right for the house . we are going again next year!! . Hide

Reviewed by Steve 17th February 2023

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For large family gatherings in an amazing setting, this property is perfect... within minutes you feel like youve been there forever

Reviewed by Steven 21st October 2022

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Reviewed by Rob 12th August 2022

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Great. Loads of character and a beautiful location

Reviewed by Philip 15th July 2022

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For our family, two parents, two grandparents and three small boys the accommodation was ideal. We felt it would be difficult to improve on the location with its access to streams to swim in, hills to climb and the narrow gauge railway. My only concern is that if I praise it too highly and more people come it will make it more difficult for me to bRead moreook it again. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 8th July 2022

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Fasciating house and history, Beutiful location. Quiet, quiet, quiet wonderful. Wildlife on view dawn till dusk. Clean, comfortable and things of great interest all around.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 10th June 2022

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What a lovely location for a perfect holiday. Lots of walks from the door. Well equipped kitchen. The red squirrel visited daily along with the garden birds. The grand piano was a bonus although it needed tlc but was playable. The Eskdale to Ravenglass railway is a short walk away, two local pubs and a small gift shop in Boot. Will be booking againRead more for next year. A stunning property. Hide

Reviewed by Tom 3rd June 2022

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Looked as if it had been abandoned for months and not freshened & cleaned before we arrived. Only a small coffee press & no other coffee maker. Garden had great potential but over grown with weeds and grass. Sparse pans & utensils and all dirty.

Reviewed by Jennie 13th May 2022

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Dalegarth Hall was in the most idyllic location. Lovely walking and wild swimming on your doorstep. The garden was superb with a wonderful selection of plants and vibrant colour in May. Very well supplied with three good pubs with in walking distance. Terrific location for climbing a few Wainwrights too

Reviewed by Anne 6th May 2022

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The house is situated in a beautiful location in a lovely valley, with fewer tourists than the Eastern part. Great walking from the house with no need to drive. The house is full of character and history, furnished beautifully in keeping with its age. The kitchen was extremely well stocked, with everything you could need for a long stay. The Aga toRead moreok some getting used to, but it made the kitchen a warm and welcoming spot. Bird feeder outside kitchen window also attracted red squirrels! Hide

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