It’s time to plan your 2023 Lake District or Yorkshire Dales holiday!
Sometimes a BIG family or group holiday is a better option for lots of different reasons. Holidays like these can even work out less expensive. A new trend is emerging where groups of two or more families, friends or multi-generational family members are pooling their resources to create one spectacular Lake District holiday adventure.
Herdwick Cottages has a great selection of large and luxurious holiday cottages in stunning locations in both the Lake District and Yorkshire.
Five Advantages of going Large with a Herdwick Holiday Cottage this summer …
1. Shared Holiday Accommodation Costs
There are some large welcoming properties in Herdwick Cottages Lake District and Yorkshire Dales portfolio that may be too big for a family of four or five. Combining your Lake District holiday with either another family or families, or bringing along Grandparents can unlock the door to some pretty amazing places. Large living areas increased indoor and outdoor space, traditional features, luxurious bedrooms and bathrooms, hot tubs, or a swimming pool. Go large this summer!
Old Post Office, Grange-over-Sands
This is a grand and welcoming 6-bedroom house oozing Victorian character and warmth. Great for a large family or families, groups or multi-generations. The building has the added historic appeal of serving as the town’s post office.
Grange-over-Sands is on the doorstep with a great selection of bars, restaurants and coffee shops with fresh baking. The town is also known for its tasty pies! If walking is on your holiday schedule, there are some great local walking trails. Keen cyclists? There’s plenty of space to keep them at the property when you are not enjoying the quiet lanes and local cycling routes. The hosts of the Old Post Office are happy for two dogs to stay for no additional charge. On warm evenings, there’s plenty of space to sit in the garden and enjoy a BBQ. Grange-over-Sands is just five minutes from the must-visit village of Cartmel – home to the world-famous Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding!
2. Holiday Entertainment for Children
We all know that when the kids are entertained, the adults will have a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Making sure you choose the right combination of family groups and ages is important, but children are much more likely to play outdoors, use their imagination and have fun when they are part of a group. It can even alleviate those sibling rivalries that many parents have to negotiate on holiday.
Sandbeds Farmhouse, Grayrigg
This five bedroom holiday cottage within the Lake District National Park is set on the owner’s 100-acre farm with lots of space both within and outside the property. Perfect for two families sharing, or for a multi-generational holiday. Recently modernised, the Farmhouse retains all of it’s original charm, but with contemporary and luxurious touches designed in.
Set within easy reach of the buzz of Lake District life, Sandbeds Farmhouse is a perfect retreat after a busy day of family activities.
3. Intimate Celebrations in the Lake District
Perhaps 2023 is the year to celebrate an important milestone – an anniversary, a significant birthday, or even a small, intimate wedding. Look no further. Herdwick Cottages has some beautiful accommodations that will create the perfect backdrop for your loved ones to gather and celebrate life’s precious moments together. There’s something about staying overnight together in a grand house or large cottage that creates the type of atmosphere where the magic happens, not to mention the amazing photo opportunities that it presents.
Fallbarrow Hall, Bowness-on-Windermere
If you are planning a small intimate Lake District wedding, or a special milestone celebration, you just cannot get any better than Fallbarrow Hall. A grand and beautiful Grade 2 listed Hall right in the heart of the Lake District.
Sixteen bedrooms, plus two dog friendly apartments, a plethora of lounges and quiet spaces, a place to celebrate, or just to enjoy the quiet intimacy of having friends and family around you. The list of rooms reads like a eighteenth-century romantic novel – library, cocktail bar, formal lounges, chandeliers, games room, views across the lawn to the lake. However, Fallbarrow Hall is certainly not stuck in the past. Amongst the grandeur are quirky nods to the present day: gothic design meets 21st century. There’s lots of modern entertainment built-in with a cinema room, Play Stations, Smart TVs and much more. Literally, something for everyone.
This beautiful Lake District property sleeps 36 people and is worth considering for your next family event or Lake District wedding.
4. Multi-Generational Perspective
Spending time with friends or different generations brings fresh perspectives. Conversations around the dinner table will be many and varied – an opportunity to put the world to rights! It is very unlikely that you will ever feel lonely on a large family or group holiday. You may even need to draw up some guidelines to ensure you get your required alone time. Certainly, it will never be dull.
Ellie’s Lodge, Ulverston
This former hotel has been transformed into the perfect holiday accommodation for groups of friends, several families or multi-generational family groups. It is in walking distance to the historic town of Ulverston with a great choice of bars and restaurants.
Ellie’s Lodge has 12 beautifully appointed bedrooms and can sleep a total of 26 people. As well as the large open-plan kitchen and living area there is a great entertainment space, hot tub, sauna, table tennis and a fabulous garden. There are great utilities for large family groups including two dishwashers and washing and drying facilities. A great home-from-home with plenty of space to spread out and relax.
5. Lake District Date Night Possibilities
Going on holiday as a single family unit may leave little time for a romantic dinner or cocktails overlooking the lake. As part of a larger group, however, it becomes easier to combine child-minding responsibilities with another couple or leave the children with doting grandparents. Win-win!
Forrest’s Yard Townhouse, Kendal
Date night will not be a problem if you are staying at Forrest’s Yard. This beautiful Grade II listed townhouse is situated in the heart of the market town of Kendal with lots of fantastic bars, restaurants and entertainment within easy walking distance
The property is two separate apartments with a total of 8 bedrooms spread over three floors. The apartments share a joint private entrance making it great for joining with another family or relations.
Both apartments have cosy log burners, luxurious bedrooms, original features and ample enough living rooms to give the kids their own space. The six-car parking available is a real bonus in the bustling town of Kendal.
Plan your 2023 Lake District Holiday Now
Take a look at our special offers page and start planning your Summer holidays now. Whether you are searching for a large family or group accommodation, cottages with hot tubs, dog-friendly properties or just a cosy retreat for two – there’s a Herdwick Cottage right for you.
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We’d love to hear from local holiday cottage owners who want to join our Herdwick flock. We don’t require a minimum availability – we will work with your schedule, either exclusively or non-exclusively. Low commission fees and no annual fees, set-up fees or hidden costs.
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