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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Point of interest
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Walney, ENG
  • Furness Abbey
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • South Lakes Safari Zoo
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Barrow-in-Furness

With a stay at this cottage in Barrow-in-Furness, you'll be by the ocean, and 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from The Dock Museum and 7.4 mi (11.8 km) from Progression Solicitors Stadium. .This cottage is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Furness Abbey and 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from South Lakes Safari Zoo.

What's nearby

  • The Dock Museum - 22 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Furness Abbey - 30 min drive - 15.8 km
  • South Lakes Safari Zoo - 36 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre - 39 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Blackpool Pleasure Beach - 109 min drive - 138.9 km

Getting around

  • Barrow Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King Alfred Hotel - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The New Century - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Round House - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Morrisons Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Sea Breeze Fish Bar - ‬27 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Finest Retreats | Walney Island Lighthouse

Walney Island Lighthouse is an incredible property, located at the southern tip of Cumbria in the heart of the South Walney Nature Reserve. Surrounded by wildlife and with incredible, panoramic sea views it's the perfect location for a memorable getaway. The cottage is split in to the main three-bedroom house on one side of the tower and 'The Hide' - a one bedroom annexe on the other. The Hide has its own separate kitchen and living space, making Walney Island Lighthouse the perfect choice for multi-generational families where the parents or grandparents can get their own space.

The nature reserve is windswept and rugged and home to a wonderful diversity of bird species. Grey seals can also be spotted swimming in the sea at high tide! The sunrises and sunsets are simply stunning and guests will love the experience of being immersed in nature.

Inside, the cottages do not disappoint - they are furnished to a high standard with a contemporary feel with many thoughtful touches which guests will love.

On the ground floor of the main cottage can be found the three bedrooms and family bathroom. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed with luxury en-suite with walk-in double shower. For the lazy morning lie-ins, there's a mounted TV which can be watched from the bed.

The second bedroom is a zip-link twin which can also be configured as a king-sized double on request. It too has a wall-mounted TV which can be watched from the bed(s).

Bedroom number three - 'The Red Room' - has a large king-szied sofabed which can be folded away to form a second comfortable sitting room.

The spacious family bathroom has a large shower over bath in a contemporary style and alongside this can be found the handy utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer.

The main living quarters can be found up the stairs and make the most of the wonderful views. Binoculars and bird watching guidebooks can provide hours of entertainment from the windows with guests able to spot eider ducks, willow warbler and sandwich terns in the Spring or nesting gulls, eiders, oystercatchers ringed plovers and sandwich terns in the summer. In the cooler Autumn and Winter months, guests can keep warm using the beautiful log burner after the long walks to spot the waders and wildfowl.

The fully-fitted kitchen has all the amenities and equipment to cook up a feast during the self-catered stay including a Krups coffee machine and an integrated dishwasher.

The separate Hide is set all on the ground floor and guests arrive into the large open-plan kitchen/living area which has a double aspect and is flooded with light whatever the time of day. This leads off to the bedroom which has a king-sized bed and luxury en-suite with walk-in shower.

Outside, there is ample off-road parking for several cars and there are plenty of trails to explore across the dunes. The lighthouse tower can only be accessed by special arrangement with the owner.

Please note this is a nature reserve and there are restrictions on where you can wander and there is no access to the beach at this south tip of Walney Island.The reserve is a Nature Reserve run by the Cumbria Wildlife Trust and it is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and there are strict rules to follow regarding where you can wander on the island. No dogs are allowed at the property or anywhere on the reserve, even on a lead. No fireworks and no drones are permitted.

The nature reserve is closely monitored by a warden and car registration details are required to access the lane to the property prior to your arrival.

Lighthouse Cottage is accessed via a long bumpy track through the island.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. Conveniences include a refrigerator and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Finest Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Cottage
Walney Island Lighthouse Cottage
Walney Island Lighthouse Barrow-in-Furness
Walney Island Lighthouse Cottage Barrow-in-Furness
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Finest Retreats | Walney Island Lighthouse Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house in stunning location
We had a wonderful, relaxing week in this well-equipped and comfortable property (we rented both the lighthouse cottage and the Hide). The location is quiet and remote, surrounded by the beautiful nature reserve, but close enough to the Lake District for us to make day trips to Coniston etc. The owners were extremely helpful and promptly responded when there were minor issues. Highly recommend for a peaceful getaway for nature lovers.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021