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$151 / night
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The Old Bothy – Home 6731082 Barn

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 4 sleeps
  • 3 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Nearest beach 16 mi
  • Child Friendly
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

Description from owner

Description

The Old Bothy is an eco-friendly luxury barn conversion, peacefully situated on a 'Farming for Wildlife' award winning working dairy farm, close to the North Lakeland Fells, near Wigton in the Northern Lake District in Cumbria.The Old Bothy is ideally situated to visit the Lake District, the Solway Coast, Carlisle, Hadrian`s Wall and the Scottish Borders.

This superb semi-detached cottage near Wigton offers two bedrooms and a spacious sitting area with a feature sandstone fireplace which divides the kitchen and dining area. With the owner's added touches throughout, this Lake District cottage has been lovingly restored with many original features maintained from the days when it was used as a farm bothy. A wonderful farm cottage that has been finished to a very high standard. A perfect holiday home for exploring the area. Note: This property is attached to The Old Grainstore and together they sleep 10.

Overview:Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Amenities: Eco-friendly electric central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Patio with furniture plus shared, grassed picnic/play area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1.5 miles.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • Crib
  • High chair

Bed & bathroom

  • 1 King Beds, 2 Twin beds, 1 Crib
  • 1 Full bath, 1 Half bath

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • High chair
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Policies

Check in time: 17:00, Check out time: 10:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

8 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

This cottage is on a quiet site due to young families present and farm animals

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About the owner

Joanne B.
Calendar last updated:
05 May 2024
Years listed:
9
Based in:
United Kingdom
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
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“The Bothy with a view”

Reviewed 29 Aug 2023

On arrival we received a very warm Cumbrian welcome from the hostess. The Bothy was absolutely lovely. It looks better than some of the photographs show. It felt very comfortable and so much nicer t… More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much - we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you back in the future. Best wishes :)

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Relaxing break”

Reviewed 1 Aug 2023

Lovely comfortable spotless cottage. Had a nice time exploring the surrounding area and returning to a cosy cottage each day. Great hosts and hope to return for another break.

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Response from the owner Thank you so much Anne for this lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you both and thank you for leaving the cottage so well :)

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Never mind the weather”

Reviewed 29 Jul 2023

No host can guarantee the weather but you can be guaranteed that the welcome, accommodation and facilities are first class. We had a very wet short break on our third visit but still found plenty to … More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review. It was great to see you both again and fab to hear you enjoyed staying at The Old Bothy again. It was indeed rainy, but you certainly made the most of the many attractions in the area. Many thanks and best wishes. Hope to welcome you again in the future! :)

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“The Old Bothy”

Reviewed 29 Jul 2023

Just back from a 5 day break in this lovely clean,cosy, comfortable cottage.Lovely area to explore,Joanne and Martin make you most welcome.

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review - it was a pleasure to meet you both and thank you for the immaculate way that you left the cottage. Hope to welcome you back at some point. Best wishes

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Amazing Family Friendly Holiday Cottage”

Reviewed 18 Apr 2023

Wow! What a wonderful cottage in a gorgeous setting. Very clean and well appointed with a very warm and cosy feel. Some lovely touches including toys and dedicated outdoor space for the children. We c… More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you all and we hope to welcome you again some time in the future.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Very Accommodating”

Reviewed 24 Nov 2022

We had an excellent time at The Old Bothy. Everything was clean and a warm reception awaited us. Joanne was very accommodating as to the day and time of our arrival. Thank you once again. Keep up the … More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review. It was a pleasure to host you both and we hope to welcome you back again some time in the future! :)

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Amazing home away from home”

Reviewed 19 Nov 2022

We have been visiting for 6 years and keep coming back (likely forever more). Joanne and Martin are so friendly and welcoming. The welcome banana bread I amazing, and Joanne always makes sure age app… More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review - we always look forward to seeing you again and very much enjoy hosting you. Great to hear that you enjoy your breaks away here so much! :)

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Wonderful weekend in Wigton”

Reviewed 26 Oct 2022

A very comfortable and well appointed holiday cottage with every need catered for. Eco friendly and yet cosy, this delightful ‘ bothy ‘ is well placed for exploring the beauty of Cumbria a… More

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Response from the owner Thanks you so much for taking the time to write this review. It really was a pleasure to meet you both and hope to welcome you again in the future!

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“A fantastic place to stay”

Reviewed 21 Oct 2022

We were first introduced to Joanne and Martin and their fantastic cottages back in 2013. We have returned to these cottages on a further 10 occasions, we regard them as our second home(s). The cottage… More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much for this lovely review, we are always very happy to welcome you again and again!! X

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

“Lovely cottage for a family stay”

Reviewed 10 Oct 2022

Beautiful cottage, great eco credentials, warm, welcoming and well equipped. Friendly owners and lovely farm dogs! Beautiful views . Well decorated. Honestly felt at home from the moment we arrived. C… More

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Response from the owner Thank you so much Jo - it was lovely to meet you and your family and we are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Hope to welcome you all again sometime!

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Joanne (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Joanne (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Joanne (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Joanne the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

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Or send Joanne (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

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You can also request a quote from Joanne (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Joanne (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Joanne (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Joanne (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Joanne (the owner) a message.

If Joanne (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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