Nell Gwyn Cottage at Orton Hall - Beautifully appointed cottage in extensive grounds
Cottage with 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Garden
Nell Gwyn cottage is located in a wing of Orton Hall, a Jacobean Mansion in Orton, Cumbria. It is approached via an automatic gate along a tree lined drive in seven acres of private grounds. It is a couple of minutes from the village and is conveniently located for holiday activities in the Lakes, the Dales and the Eden Valley, whilst also being easy of access via the M6 motoway or the trans Pennine A66 route.
Nell Gwyn has been renovated to a high specification and enlarged to form a well proportioned dwelling in which the charm of an old cottage blends with modern facilities. It has two large bedrooms, two bathrooms, a comfortable and spacious lounge with TV, VCR, DVD and CD Stereo System, a dining hall and a fully fitted traditional kitchen with oak units, dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, ceramic hob and microwave oven. The cottage offers a secluded holiday location which is nevertheless close to village amenities and convenient of access being just minutes from the M6 motorway. Whether you are looking for an active holiday or just a quiet place to unwind, Nell Gwyn is the perfect base, offering easy access to the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Eden Valley.
Orton Hall is a grade II listed mansion dating from the 1660's with additions made in the late 19th century. It is approached along a private drive through well established grounds of about seven acres, in which there are mature trees, extensive lawns and plenty of space to relax. Facilities for communal use include an elegant oak panelled great hall with pool table and piano, a coin op laundry and storage space suitable for bicycles.
Described by A W Wainwright as "one of Westmorland's loveliest villages" Orton gained the Cumbria Best of Countryside Award in 2002 and Cumbria Village of the Year 2004. There is a shop cum post office, a pub which serves meals, and two tearooms, one listed in the Les Routiers guide. For those with a sweet tooth, a further attraction will be Kennedy's hand made chocolate factory, with its associated shop. Orton is also a popular stop off point for Coast to Coast walkers.
Orton boasts one of the original Farmers Markets featuring produce from local farmers and growers. This is a regular sell out event, taking place on the second Saturday of each month.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Orton, North
Property
Type:
Cottage
Nearest Bar/Pub:
George, Orton - 0.5 miles
Nearest Restaurant:
George, Orton - 0.5 miles
Location Type:
Rural/Village
Bedrooms:
1 Double Bedroom, 1 Twin Bedroom. An extra bed can be provided if required. Please advise in advance.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom, 1 Shower. The main bedroom has a separate bathroom, while the second (twin) bedroom has an en suite shower room.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Iron. Laundry facilities are available within Orton Hall.
General:
Central Heating, House Linen, Towels Provided. Duvets, pillows, towels and bed linen are provided at no extra cost. Travel cot cum playpen available on request.
Dining:
Seating for 4.
Entertainment:
Satellite TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System. We maintain a small stock of videos, books, DVDs and CDs. Also available for communal use is the Great Hall, a large elegant oak-panelled lounge, with log fire, piano and snooker table.
Outside:
Garden, Parking. There is ample parking close to the cottage, with the advantage of being about 100 yards from the road via an automatic gate.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
Local activities in and around Orton, North
Nell Gwyn offers a convenient central base for a variety of activities. For walkers, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales are just a short drive away along good roads. More locally, there are good walks direct from the cottage, while to the south, the nearby Howgill Fells offer quiet days out with panoramic views of the Pennines, the Dales and the Lakeland Fells. The quiet local lanes also offer good possibilities for cyclists, while golf is available at nearby Appleby and Ravenstonedale.
For the less energetic, there are countless sightseeing opportunities and old market towns to visit. The spectacular Settle-Carlisle railway runs through the area and there are regular boat trips on nearby Ullswater and Windermere.
Serious shoppers will enjoy Kendal, with its variety of local shops and markets and the Orton Farmers Market helps you take the tastes of Cumbria home with you.
Rental rates for this cottage
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
6 Jan - 23 Feb 2008
£325.00
€412.75
$646.75
24 Feb - 15 Mar 2008
£345.00
€438.15
$686.55
16 Mar - 12 Apr 2008
£430.00
€546.10
$855.70
13 Apr - 28 Jun 2008
£415.00
€527.05
$825.85
29 Jun - 13 Sep 2008
£460.00
€584.20
$915.40
14 Sep - 25 Oct 2008
£425.00
€539.75
$845.75
26 Oct - 13 Dec 2008
£345.00
€438.15
$686.55
14 Dec - 10 Jan 2009
£480.00
€609.60
$955.20
Rental Notes: Nell Gwyn Cottage is let to suit your dates to the best of our ability. The rental rates above are shown for a one week's stay starting any day and rates for shorter stays can be quoted on request.
Please phone 01223 520991 or 07802 506690 for late availability and special discounts.
Check in time is 4.00pm and we request you to vacate the cottage by 10.30am of your leaving day.
Late offers for this Cottage
Late Offer Specials:
Arrival Date
Departure Date
Nights
Price
Notes
18 October 2008
25 October 2008
7
£350
Availability of Nell Gwyn Cottage at Orton Hall
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Owner joined site on:
21 May 2004
Property listed since:
24 May 2004
Holiday Cottage in england - North - Cumbria - Orton
