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Country cottages in Ravenglass, Cumbria

Ravenglass is an un-spoilt and picturesque village in the Lake District National Park. Ravenglass estuary is a haven for birdwatchers and conservationists. A stroll along the sands reveals the rich history of the village, once a Roman port and favoured destination for smugglers. Visit Muncaster Castle, the medieval home of the Pennington family, with its 70 acres of gardens, the World Owl Centre and Meadowvole Maze.

Nearby, a miniature railway, 'L’al Ratty', travels through seven miles of beautiful countryside, ending its journey at the visitor centre in Eskdale at the foot of Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain. Visitors looking for an action packed holiday can enjoy superb fell walking, dedicated cycle routes, horse riding, golf and fishing.

Take a look at some of the country cottages in Ravenglass for self-catering holidays in the heart of the Lake District National Park.

Newtown House boasts impressively high ceilings, many original features including open fires and incredible sea views. Knott View is a character property built in the 1600’s, set in a rural location with a large enclosed garden and countryside views. Both properties are situated in the Lake District National Park.

Just a mile and a half away, past a ruined Roman bath house, is the village of Ravenglass, a Roman port and favoured destination of smugglers. An isolated beach cove at the end of the drive is the perfect place for a picnic and there are miles of country walks to be enjoyed direct from the door. Newtown House and Knott View can be rented as one big house that sleeps 20.

Knott's View Cottage in Lake District National park	Sea views of Cumbrian coast in distance

Flo's Cottage is a former coach house situated in the centre of Ravenglass, an un-spoilt and picturesque village in the Lake District National Park. Ravenglass estuary, directly opposite Flo’s Cottage, is a haven for birdwatchers and conservationists. A stroll along the sands reveals the rich history of the village, once a Roman port and favoured destination for smugglers. All guests receive free entry to Muncaster’s 70 acres of gardens, the World Owl Centre and Meadowvole Maze, and discounted entry to the medieval castle, home of the Pennington family.

Nearby, a miniature railway, 'L’al Ratty', travels through seven miles of beautiful countryside, ending its journey at the visitor centre in Eskdale at the foot of Scafell Pike, England’s highest mountain. Visitors looking for an action packed holiday can enjoy superb fell walking, dedicated cycle routes, horse riding, golf and fishing.

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