Scalderskew Shepherds Hut

Scalderskew, Gosforth, CA20 1EE, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>10</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Scalderskew Shepherds Hut

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9.6
Scored 9.6
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
10 reviews
  • Entire home
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site

Set 14 km from Wasdale, Scalderskew Shepherds Hut offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home features a garden. The property is non-smoking and is situated 17 km from Muncaster Castle. This holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, a living room and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. Scafell Pike is 20 km from the holiday home, while Buttermere is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 165 km from Scalderskew Shepherds Hut.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.8
High score for Gosforth
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  • Ying
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Really clean and kept in great condition, the . The location is a little isolated but this actually is great as there is no light pollution and also quiet which makes it perfect for a relaxing holiday, in front of the hut is a large field with...”
  • Mya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location, peace and quiet, high specification of the inside. It was easy to get to Wastwater. If you are into star gazing and you are lucky like us to get a clear night it was awe inspiring. The sky was so clear and we could see so much bybthe...”
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “This was the perfect place to spend a quiet weekend away from city life and unwind in the beautiful English countryside with my girlfriend. A cosy, secluded hut with a wonderfully comfy bed for two(I’m 6’2” and slept like a baby), a good size...”
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by HerdwickCottages.co.uk

Company review score: 9.3Based on 283 reviews from 36 properties
36 managed properties

Company information

Herdwick Cottages is one of the last independent holiday letting agents in the Lake District. As a family-run business, we pride ourselves on excellent customer service and going that extra mile to ensure you have a memorable holiday in the beautiful Lake District. Herdwick Cottages operates as an agent on behalf of the owner is administering the bookings between the guest and the owner. We do not own any of the properties that we market.

Property information

Scalderskew Shepherds Hut is a modern hut with underfloor heating and plumbed-in facilities, situated in a quiet space on a traditional working hill farm in the stunningly-beautiful Western Lake District. The elevated position of the farm enables you to benefit from the fabulous views of Caw Fell, Haycock, Seat Allan and the top of the Wasdale Screes in the next valley. The views are simply breathtaking! The hut comprises a double bed (bedding and towels provided), a two-seat sofa and a fold away table. Kitchenette with induction hob and microwave, tea and coffee making facilities, cutlery and crockery. Bathroom with walk-in shower cubicle, basin, loo and heated towel rail. Underfloor heating, mains electricity and plumbed facilities. Pets are not permitted.

Neighbourhood information

The Lake District fell farm is situated at the top of the Bleng Upland Valley, between Blengdale Forest and Scalderskew Wood, which is around 4 miles north/northeast of the village of Gosforth in the western Lake District. The gravel tracks through the thick woodland and the fell top paths make the Lakeland Hut ideal for mountain bikers and fell walkers alike! The Western Lake District is home to the popular St Bees Head RSPB Reserve and the Hosborrow RSPB Reserve. You also have a choice of beaches such as St Bees, Silecroft Beach, and Ravenglass, home to The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, a 15in minimum gauge heritage railway that runs 7-miles from Ravenglass to Dalegarth Station near Boot in the valley of Eskdale. The Eskdale Valley is equally stunning and offers some lovely walks. A short drive away from an area number of lakes including Wastwater, Ennerdale Water, Loweswater, Buttermere, Crummock Water and a bit further away, Derwent Water. This beautiful area of the Lake District offers a tranquil and isolated place to escape to, only ten minutes off the beaten track, with one of the most outstanding hidden views in the Lake District that the masses of visitors will never ever see.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Scalderskew Shepherds Hut
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    Bathroom
    • Towels
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Scalderskew Shepherds Hut takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Scalderskew Shepherds Hut accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Scalderskew Shepherds Hut

    • Yes, Scalderskew Shepherds Hut is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Scalderskew Shepherds Hut may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Scalderskew Shepherds Hut offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Scalderskew Shepherds Hut can accommodate the following group size:

        • 2 guests

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Check-in at Scalderskew Shepherds Hut is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Scalderskew Shepherds Hut has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 1 bedroom

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Scalderskew Shepherds Hut is 3 miles from the centre of Gosforth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.