Cottages in Langdale

Lovely Langdale in the heart of the Lake District is a firm favourite of many and it’s easy to see why. Our holiday cottages in Langdale boast some amazing views of this awe-inspiring stretch of countryside and perfectly match the rural landscape in which they sit. Whitewashed farmhouses are an integral part of the Langdale landscape and we have some of our own to offer, that have been lovingly renovated into stylish, often dog-friendly homes. We also have a range of luxury homes in Langdale, with special features such as hot tubs, which are perfect for soaking up views.

Walking is, naturally, one of the area’s biggest attractions and how could it not be when there are so many dramatic fells to explore? Especially when they have such fantastic names like Pike O’Blisco and Pike O’Stickle. Our lodges in the area particularly stand out for those looking to be able to view the pikes from the comfort of their cottage, as their raised platforms make for the perfect lookout across Great Langdale Valley Lingmoor Fell, giving you a sense of the full scale of this momentous area.

Aside from the awe-inspiring vistas, there’s also plenty to do, places to explore and eateries to recharge and refresh in across Langdale. If you fancy getting out on a bike, rather than on foot, you can hire cycles from the National Trust Campsite in Great Langdale. If water is more your thing, you can go out for a swim at Stickle Tarn. The Stickle Tavern nearby is also the first pub to be both owned and run by the National Trust and is stocked full of local Cumbrian food and drink.

If you do venture to the top of the Langdale Pikes, it is best to be clued up on the history of them so that you can fully appreciate their grandeur and significance. The slate on top of the pikes is said to have been used for tools and weapons by the Neolithic people who once lived there. If you fancy delving deeper into this history, be sure to visit Ruskin Museum in Coniston and Tullie House Museum in nearby Carlisle. John Ruskin described the valley as '…the loveliest rock scenery, chased with silver waterfalls, that I ever set foot or heart upon', and a visit to Langdale will surely have you agreeing with him.