Cockleshell Cottage was completely re-furbished for the 2007 season, and offers luxury accommodation in an unbeatable, unspoilt location adjacent to the Cumbrian Coastal Way. The accommodation comprises:
Ground Floor:
Bedroom with a king size double bed and a sea view. Bathroom with shower, toilet and vanity basin. Useful cloaks cupboard which houses a three drawer freezer. The ground floor lobby has a condenser dryer. Open tread stairs lead to the
Second Floor:
Open plan lounge/ kitchen with French windows opening onto a balcony with a magnificent sea view. TV with Freeview, CD/DVD player. Video Player/Recorder. The kitchen is equipped with an under counter fridge, a fan assisted oven, an extractor hood, a four ring gas hob (one specifically for a wok), a microwave and a dishwasher.
Third Floor:
Here you will find a bedroom with twin beds and a sea view, plus TV with radio/cassette player. The second bathroom with bath, toilet and vanity basin, is also on this floor. Leading from the bathroom is a cupboard which houses the washing machine, iron and ironing board.

OUTSIDE there is a south-west facing designated sitting area, with flower tubs and garden furniture.

Private parking space.

Ideally placed for a quiet family holiday, the endless sandy beaches and rock pools will keep children amused for hours. They can fly a kite, search for crabs, make sandcastles, or play in the adventure playground adjoining the beach.

Adults will enjoy the peace and solitude; sitting on the balcony with a glass of wine in the evening, watching the sun sink slowly in the west.

 

If more activity appeals, then why not take the 15 minute walk to the Hodbarrow Nature Reserve, - where there is a R.S.P.B hide - and watch the many species of migrating birds which use this area to rest during their long flights from north to south, summer or winter.

Explore the adjacent dunes at Haverigg Haws - a dedicated S.S.S.I - where you can search for rare orchids and Natterjack toads.
The Cumbrian Coastal Way, a few steps away, can lead you north or south alongside the peaceful estuaries and inlets. If you like walking, what better way to pass the day?
Water Ski at Port Haverigg Ski Club, or fish for dab, plaice or mackerel from the breakwater, and ‘drink in’ the spectacular views of the Lakeland Hills all around you.

Ulverston, (20 miles) the birthplace of Stan Laurel of Laurel and Hardy, is a pretty Georgian town with cobbled streets and alleys to explore, a thriving Thursday market, and the Sir John Barrow monument on Hoad Hill. Climb to the top for some spectacular coastal views. Just outside Ulverston is Coniston Priory, a Buddhist retreat with a café, gift shop and lovely grounds bordering the estuary.
Muncaster Castle and Gardens( 12miles) is a ‘must see’. With many rare trees and plants, a World Owl Centre, a Meadow Vole Maze and the famous Muncaster Ghosts. You can even experience ’Darkest Muncaster’ from October to March (excluding January).
Ravenglass, one mile from Muncaster, is the home of ‘La’al Ratty’, the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway. Steam to the hills at Dalegarth and explore the beautiful Lakeland fells.
To the south, Barrow in Furness (24 miles) has a very interesting Dock Museum and all the most popular high street shops, including a Next clearance outlet where you can always find a bargain. Savour a taste of the past at Grange over Sands ( 30 miles), a genteel Edwardian seaside resort.
Take the train to Sellafield Visitors centre, there is lots to do here - and all for free! Visit the only immersion cinema outside the US for a trip back to the time of the dinosaurs.
Georgian Whitehaven (27 miles) has strong Carribean connections and was the centre of the Rum trade in Georgian times. This historic link has brought us Cumberland Rum Butter amongst many more tasty culinary delights.
Why not take the train from Millom, 2 miles away, and explore historic Lancaster or Carlisle, Both trips hug the beautiful coastline and provide a memorable day out.
To summarise, Port Haverigg is situated on the Cumbrian Coastal Way in an unspoilt location close to all the attractions of the Lake District. It is only 16 miles from Coniston, but a world away from the crowds. And parking the car is just SO much easier!
 

Cockleshell Cottage and Port Haverigg are easily accessible by public transport.
The town of Millom is just two miles away and there is a regular railway service from here - either to Barrow in Furness, Grange over Sands, and all points south, or towards Carlisle and Scotland to the north.
Alternatively, it is an easy and beautiful drive from junction 36 on the M6.
The nearest airports are Manchester International and Blackpool.
 

Haverigg has a Londis supermarket, open 7/7, selling a wide range of food and sundry items. There is a newsagents, fish and chip shop (with a café), and the Beach Café, both of which are open all year. Visit the Harbour Hotel, where you can enjoy a drink, bar snacks, sandwiches, an evening meal or a traditional Sunday lunch. There is an award winning Thai restaurant (which operates a home delivery service on certain days of the week) and a good Italian restaurant at Millom, just two miles away. Cockleshell Cottage is easily accessible by public transport, as there is a regular train service to Millom.

The cottage comprises 2 bedrooms in total; 1 double, 1 twin and 1 cots, 2 of the bedrooms with en-suite facilities. . This gives room for up to 4 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use.

The cottage has 2 bathrooms and 2 WCs for your party's use. Central heating keeps you snug and warm.

The cottage has television video, dvd. The music system will play cassettes, cds, radio.

There is room for 4 in the living room and 4 in the dining room. To prepare food you will find a cooker, an oven, a microwave, a fridge, a freezer, a kettle, a toaster. You will also find a dish washer, a washing machine, a clothes drier, an iron and ironing board. The owner has also provided cutlery, crockery, glassware, cooking utensils.

This is a non-smoking cottage

Pets are welcome
2 small pets are accepted by prior permission only. 

Not suitable for wheelchairs 

The cottage is in a very quiet area. It has a south facing patio area, a south facing balcony, sea views, panoramic views. If you are driving there is private parking.

The cottage is right beside a beach, swimming, fishing, walking, a food shop.

Close to the cottage you will find water skiing, horse riding, a museum, a restaurant.

Within easy reach of the cottage you will find climbing, historic sites.

An R.S.P.B bird hide is within 15 minutes walk of the cottage.

The Lake District and the home of Beatrix Potter at Sawrey is just 38 km (40 minutes).

The cottage is....

182 km from Manchester airport.
65 km from Kendal.
118 km from Penrith.
79 km from Keswick.
53 km from Windermere.

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elaine says: "very new decocor - quite a clinical effect. needs some small touches as bins in bathrooms and bedrooms, clock in lounge, spare loo rolls, towels for bathrooms, and maybe a bread bin. this prperty was very good value for money and did met expercations, I would let some friends about the property but not others. I would have liked to see a welcom pack of milk/small amount tea-coffee etc. small amount of salt and pepper; we have stayed local to this cottage in the past and we have been spoilt I think. [there was a botle of wine in the cottage]. the clildren loved it and so did the dog, which found the stairs interesting. [no stairs where we live]"

Owner reply:
This was a three night booking, for which we left two full toilet rolls, a botttle of wine and luxury savoury biscuits. We found it odd that the customer could not find the bread bin, as it's big enough to take three loaves. To say that the cottage is 'clinical' is a matter of taste, we, and other tenants prefer less clutter and a more modern style. This cottage has been completley refurnished thoughout including two new bathrooms, hob, dishwasher, condensing dryer - so therefore the decor is very new and complements the tranquil simplicity of the local surroundings. We follow the recycling policy of the local council, but this, unfortunately, was not adhered to in this instance.

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