Alastair Sawday's Special Escapes: Self-catering in the UK

Wasdale Yurt

Wasdale Yurt, Rainors Farm, Wasdale Road, Wasdale, Cumbria, England

Who could resist staying in the most luxurious yurt in a peaceful Lakes valley, run by the loveliest people? Take the track down to the 18th-century farmhouse where Debbie, John and the boys live; you'll get a great welcome. Close by, in the paddock on the hill, is a decked platform on which your summertime yurt sits, its window deftly positioned to take in the view – up the valley to the highest peak in England (Scafell). The scenery is stunning: it's walkers' heaven. There's storage underneath to keep things safe and dry, and electricity for iPod and kettle. As for the yurt – fat, circular and white – its interior holds a huge surprise, so enter the world of the Arabian Nights... the lovely ash frame is lined with organic wool, the sun dances on the walls, there are rich reds, shining golden lamps, sheepskin rugs, a toasty wood-burner, an oriental tea pot, a basket of logs. The centrally placed double bed takes pride of place – look up through the roof crown and catch the stars. Outdoor decking, seating and barbecuing are yours and it's a scamper down to the farmhouse for breakfast – home eggs, homemade bread, John's Dad's honey – in the dining room. A rustic little wash house with super shower room is close by, and there's a campsite kitchen in the farmhouse. And those views!

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Details

Wasdale Yurt

Contact: John & Debbie Hughes

• Tel: 01946 725934
• Sleeps: 5
• Rooms: Yurt sleeps 5: 1 double; 3 singles; shower in separate building close by.
• Price: £480 – £595. Rates for 3/4 night stays available
• Closed: Rarely.

Checklist

• Dishwasher
• Electricity included
• Washing machine
• Microwave oven
• Central heating
• Mobile reception
• Television
• BBQ
• Beach within 3 miles
• Cooked meals available
• Restaurant nearby
• Short breaks possible
• Extra bed/cot available
• Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

• Wake up to the most glorious views of the Wasdale Valley, including Scafell Pike (England's highest peak) without even leaving your bed!
• 5 minutes drive from Wastwater (England's deepest lake) and recently voted Britain's Favourite View
• Endless walks, climbs, swimming, cycling within minutes of leaving the comfort of your yurt
• Fancy a change from the lakes and mountains? Seascale beach is only 10 mins. away and leads to the beautiful, tranquil estuary of Ravenglass where you can sit and watch the sunset and listen to the small boats jingling in the breeze
• Muncaster Castle and Lakeland's oldest and most picturesque steam railway The La'al Ratty are great family days out and only a 20 minute drive away!
• Don't forget! No sharing toilet/shower facilities and full breakfasts served in the house

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.