About this property
Claybottom Farm is a simply beautiful, detached 17th-century farmhouse resting in the countryside outskirts of the village of Hesket Newmarket, in the Lake District National Park. Boasting scenic views, characterful interiors, and plenty of local walks, this home is ideal for friends and families seeking a tranquil getaway to Cumbria. Park up and be welcomed into this lovely home, noting the character features including wooden roof beams throughout, and the bright atmosphere of the spacious living spaces. First, discover a sitting room boasting the added ambiance of a crackling woodburning stove, ideal for movie nights after a long day of exploring.
The second sitting room is light and airy, with double doors opening up onto the pretty cottage garden and letting the fresh air in, with ample seating for guests to enjoy morning coffee before heading out to explore. From here, a garden awaits, with delightful shrubs and outdoor seating where guests can while away a starry evening, reflecting on the days adventures. When mealtimes call, a farmhouse kitchen boasts ample amenities for your cooking, and hearty meals can be enjoyed in the dining space alongside a glass of fizz. A handy cloakroom and sleek shower room offer refreshment, and each of the three bedrooms has its own character and charm.
Choose between a super-king-size which has an en-suite with countryside views, and can be set up as a twin on request, a king-size, and a twin. The local area is a simply stunning location where fell walks and local lakes offer places to enjoy walking, cycling, and watersports. Hesket Newmarket is home to ‘The Hesket Hat Trick’ with The Old Crown pub, micro brewery, shop & tearoom now all community owned. Close by you will find Caldbeck which has a very popular cafe, The Muddy Duck and a pub called The Oddfellows, as well as Midtown Farm milk, which has made it quite a destination for foodies, the church dates back to the 12th century and is famous for being the resting place of the renowned huntsman John Peel, although in every sense a ‘traditional working village’, the local craft centre at Priest Mill and the riverside walks to the Howk gorge, draw visitors to Caldbeck.
Mae's Tea Rooms and Gallery is a great place to stop for refreshments at nearby Uldale. The area here is an ideal base for the northern Lakes, the market town of Keswick, as well as Lakes Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite. The natural beauty of the Solway coast, well-known for its golf courses and the town of Cockermouth, the birthplace of William Wordsworth are close by, whilst also within driving distance is the cathedral city of Carlisle, Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish Borders. Make an unforgettable Cumbrian retreat with a stay at the beautiful Claybottom Farm.
The fellside village of Hesket Newmarket is located on the edge of the unesco National Park in the Northern Fells and has a well-stocked local shop, and its own cooperatively owned pub and brewery, The Old Crown Inn. Caldbeck is 2 miles to the west with village shops, pub and café. For the more energetic there is fell walking, cycling and pony trekking along the Skiddaw and Blencathra range. Ullswater and Keswick are both within a short drive away where a wealth of shops, pubs and restaurants await. The village is an ideal base for exploring Lakes Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite. Further afield you will find the natural beauty of the Solway coast, well-known for its links golf course and the market town of Cockermouth, the birthplace of William Wordsworth are close by, whilst also within driving distance is the cathedral city of Carlisle, Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish Borders.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size zip/link (can be set up as a twin on request) with en-suite including a bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Sitting room
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee maker, kettle, toaster.
Smart TV, TV, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Full sized cot.
Enclosed rear garden with furniture, lawn, and mature shrubs.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.9 miles, pub 1.2 miles.
Note: The property has a internal step between the dining/breakfast room and the garden room and the doorway is low please take care.
Note: There is a gated pond which is strictly private, please do not leave children or animals unattended