Whatever your plans, Elk Cottage has the grace and space for them. Spark up the log-burning stove and enjoy cosy suppers in the oak and granite kitchen or lavish feasts in your elegant dining room with French doors opening onto the gated and lawned rear garden.
Nestled beneath the cathedral ceilings of Elk Cottage, you’ll discover spacious, sunlit interiors. This tastefully converted retreat blends oak and stone seamlessly. Savor outdoor dining on the inviting sandstone terrace. Cozy up around the wood burner for games and late-night conversations, or step outside for exceptional stargazing beneath the pristine night sky.
Its adjoining cottage garden offers a rare, natural beauty just steps from your door. Elk Cottage is a world of stone walls, arched openings, terraced gardens, and well-appointed oak kitchens. It’s a place to inhale clean, fresh air, savor local cuisine, cherish moments with loved ones, and rediscover life’s true essentials.
Elk Cottage is a tranquil haven. You’ll long to return.
Breakfast on your sandstone terrace patio in the crisp Cumbrian air, secluded by dry-stone terraced cottage gardens. Get the coals glowing on your Weber barbecue to do justice to a wheel of local Cranston’s Cumberland sausage while dogs and kids burn off energy in the spacious lawned gardens.
The village of Glassonby is well endowed with native woodland and lovely hikes along the River Eden including to one of the Rowley family heritage sites of Long Meg and Her Daughters historic stone circle.
Ground floor
A private parking area, garden and entrance lead into the oak floored entrance hall which opens into the dining and interconnected reception room with a log-burning stove (plenty of free logs, kindling and firelighters provided!). The large oak-fitted breakfasting kitchen has a separate utility room area with a ground-floor WC and a laundry area. The sandstone terrace to the rear benefits from lovely raised flower beds leading up to a lawned area.
First floor
The Master Bedroom on the first floor has an antique oak linenfold carved 5’ bed and an ensuite WC and bathroom with a shower over the bath and a glass shower screen. The Eden Bedroom on the first floor has a six-foot super king bed which may be arranged as two twin beds upon request and an ensuite wc and shower.
Hike and bike the Pennines? Take the Ullswater Steamer to Aira Force? Or simply step outside your own front door and ramble from Dale Raven along the banks of the Eden River. Mark the seasons as you fish for brown trout and pick raspberries nearby on the estate. For thrill-seekers, there are zip-wires, paintballing, and mountain biking. For more relaxing pleasures, book a Michelin-starred lunch in one of Cumbria’s amazing restaurants or see a play at the Theatre by The Lake at Keswick.
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Perfect location for a relaxing holiday. Elk cottage is just beautiful, the private garden great for the dogs and all the little luxury touches make such a difference. From the fabulous hamper of goodies on arrival to an impressive array of gorgeous skin products. If you want a great quality...
A lovely cottage, possibly one of the best we have visited. Very clean with lovely beds & linen plus a range of luxury toiletries. Thank you for the generous supply of logs for the fire and also the excellent welcome hamper. We will certainly look to return but are also...
Elk cottage is the best home from home I’ve had the pleasure of staying in. I’m local to Cumbria, but wanted a space to introduce two dogs and have easy access to long walks and bike rides and Elk cottage was perfect.
You wanted for nothing as the cottage is...
We had a lovely stay at Elk cottage. Location was fantastic and accommodation was the best we’ve had on holiday. Welcome hamper was much appreciated. Would definitely recommend this cottage.
Lovely well appointed cottage and grounds. Everything for a comfortable stay is provided. Some good walks from the front door or easy access to the more central lakes.
We so love staying at Elk Cottage. The welcome we get plus the quality of the cottage is excellent. The proprietors are so willing to please, but most of all, the peace and beauty of the Eden Valley is unsurpassed, but don’t tell anyone!
Enhance your getaway with personalized optional guest services. From gourmet catering, spa treatments & massages brought to you onsite by Icon in the Lakes to a rejuvenating rental hot tub from Lake District Hot Tub Hire set up for your arrival, we’ve got you covered.
Explore the breath taking landscapes effortlessly with Arragon’s ebike or cycle hire service and bring the essentials to your door with convenient grocery delivery. Your perfect retreat awaits.