Sunday 5 May 2013

Dragons' Den star Duncan Bannatyne buys Lake District lodge

The allure of the Lake District has proved too strong for Dragons’ Den star Duncan Bannatyne.


Duncan Bannatyne by Lake Windermere
Duncan Bannatyne by Lake Windermere - photo courtesy of in-cumbria
The popular entrepreneur, best known for appearing in the hit BBC television series Dragons’ Den, has a well-documented love of the Lakes. And after putting his villa in the south of France on the market, he opted to invest his money in a luxury holiday lodge on the shores of Windermere.

His frequent trips to Fallbarrow Park, near Bowness-on-Windermere, have been well-publicised and now the entrepreneur has taken the advice of his 11-year-old son Tom and bought a three-bedroom lodge at the five-star park.

Bannatyne has been visiting the park for the last 24 years. He said: “I brought my youngest, Tom to Fallbarrow last year for the first time and we were hiring lodges.

"So this year I gave him the choice of buying a lodge at Fallbarrow or a villa in the south of France and he chose Fallbarrow.

"If you’ve got a holiday home in France, you can’t really leave school on a Friday night and come back on a Sunday so he loves the fact that he can come here every weekend.”

The 64-year-old is not alone in shunning popular overseas resorts for holidays a little closer to home, with a reported 7.8 million people opting for a traditional British escape this summer.

Thursday 2 May 2013

Carlisle Cottages Landing Page

Try our Carlisle Cottages Landing Page

 

Why not try our Carlisle landing page to find a cottage this weekend for the Pirelli Rally, being hosted in Carlisle.
 
As this area is steeped in history, offering many activities for couples, families and larger groups. There are also many cycling, shopping, and walking opportunities available in this area, as well as this being an extremely scenic and informative part of Cumbria. So if you need to find accommodation to holiday in this area or because you want to attend an event such as the Pirelli Rally then this page will help you find what you want much quicker.
 
The format and layout is similar to all our other landing pages, keeping it nicely conformed and easier for you to navigate through these pages to find exactly what you require in less time, giving you more time to dream of your holiday, rather than fretting over whether you can find something.
 
You can find our Carlisle Cottages landing page by clicking on the highlighted text. Pass the webpage onto your friends and family as you never know when it may come in handy. +1 this post at the bottom of the screen or alternatively like us on our facebook page or tweet us. Our aim is to help you find the right cottage at the right price in the right area.
 
Carlisle Cottages in the North Lake District - Landing Page

Using this page will help you to find and book your holiday cottage much quicker and easier, just try it....

 

Talkin Tarn Picture



Talkin Tarn near Brampton, Carlisle


Talkin Tarn is a 65-acre lake amid 120 acres of farmland and woodland, making it the ideal place for active recreation or a quiet stroll.

Other Benefits
• Enjoy the sylvan setting of Talkin Tarn
• Walk the 1.3 mile circuit, feed the ducks, browse artworks
• Suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs
• Children's play area next to tearoom

Book a cottage this weekend for a short break http://tinyurl.com/c4lc2ue
 
Talkin Tarn near Brampton Carlisle
Talkin Tarn
 

Pirelli Richard Burns Foundation Rally 4/5th May

Pirelli Richard Burns Foundation Rally - Carlisle

 
The Pirelli Richard Burns Foundation Rally will take place over the weekend of 4th/ 5th May and will be based in Carlisle with a ceremonial civic start in the city centre while rally headquarters, the Pirelli Rally Show and the central service area will all be located at Carlisle Racecourse.

Weekend not to be missed, we have cottages available for this weekend with the weather set to be dry and sunny http://tinyurl.com/csxzck5
 
 

Cornwall Cottages - Save 15% off week bookings in May

Cornwall Cottages - Save 15% off

 

These three cottages in Cornwall are offering 15% off 7 night bookings throughout May.


The Old Barn sleeps 2 and is ideal for couples or a romantic getaway.
Sarahs Cottage sleeps 4 with a four poster bed and wood burning stove.
Primrose Cottage sleeps 4 close top the beach and is an ideal hideaway retreat.

All three cottages enjoy views over the garden and many activities are nearby such as walking, cycling, fishing, golf and pony trekking.

To book one of these cottages for May http://tinyurl.com/boky3fl
 
Sarahs Cottage in Cornwall - Self Catering holidays
Sarahs Cottage

Primrose Cottage in Cornwall - Self Catering holidays
Primrose Cottage

The Old Barn Cottage in Cornwall - Self Catering holidays
The Old Barn
 

Tuesday 30 April 2013

Spring Bank Holiday Specials - Fantastic properties with huge discounts - Save up to £800 off!!


 
Amazing May Bank Holiday Offers
 
Save up to £800!
 
 
Please see a small selection of offers below or
to see the full range of availability

Devonshire House,
Cartmel
Devonshire House, Cartmel, lounge, Lakes Cottage Holidays  Devonshire House, Cartmel, master bedroom, Lakes Cottage Holidays
Sleeps 8
Friday 3rd May for 7 nights
SAVE £285 NOW ONLY £665
Ladstock Hall,
Thornthwaite
Ladstock Hall, self catering holiday cottage in Thornthwaite, Keswick sleeping 10, Lakes Cottage Holidays  Ladstock Hall, Lounge, Lakes Cottage Holidays
Sleeps 10
Friday 3rd May for 7 nights
SAVE £400 NOW ONLY £790

Lowther Beeches,
Windermere
Lowther Beeches, self catering holiday cottage, Windermere, Lakes Cottage holidays  Lowther Beeches, Windermere, Outdoor Unheated Swimming Pool, Lakes Cottage holidays
Sleeps 8
Friday 3rd May for 7 nights
SAVE £800 NOW ONLY £995
Ethel's Escape,
Fangfoss, Nr York
Ethel's Escape, Bricknell Cottages, self catering Cottage Holiday Group  Ethel's Escape, Bricknell Cottages, self catering Cottage Holiday Group
Sleeps 6
Friday 3rd May for 7 nights
SAVE £260 NOW ONLY £690
Bay View House,
Askham-in-Furness
Bay View House, self catering holiday cottage in Askham in Furness, Living Room, Lakes Cottage Holidays  Bay View House,Surrounding View,  Askham in Furness, South Lakes, Lakes Cottage Holidays
Sleeps 5
Saturday 4th May for 7 nights
SAVE £135 NOW ONLY £295
Old Bakers Cottage,
Grasmere
Old Bakers Cottage, lounge, Lakes Cottage Holidays  Old Bakers Cottage, twin bedroom, Lakes Cottage Holidays
Sleeps 4
Saturday 4th May for 7 nights
SAVE £140 NOW ONLY £450
Manor Hall,
Kirkoswald
Staffield Hall, Kirkoswald, lakes Cottage Holidays  Manor Hall, dining room, Lakes Cottage Holidays
Sleeps 6
Saturday 4th May for 7 nights
SAVE £545 NOW ONLY £995
Willow Cottage,
Watermillock
Willow Cottage, Garden Entrance, Lakes Cottage Holidays  Willow Cottage, lounge, Lakes Cottage Holidays
Sleeps 4/6
Saturday 4th May for 7 nights
SAVE £400 NOW ONLY £855
Woodland View,
Unthank
Woodland View, Bedroom, Lakes Cottage Holidays  Woodland View, Unthank, Nr Ullswater, self catering holiday cottage, Lakes Cottage Holidays
Sleeps 4
Friday 3rd May for 7 nights
SAVE £90 NOW ONLY £300

Saturday 27 April 2013

Festival News - Whitehaven June 2013


Whitehaven Festival Friday 21st - 23rd June - Not to be missed!!


 The Whitehaven Festival a mix of Live Music, Street Theatre, visiting ships, Air Shows and markets that takes place in and around the beautiful Harbour area of Whitehaven.



Friday 21st June - McFly
Saturay 22nd June - Spectacular 70's Concert featuring Slade, The Sweet and Bruce Foxton's from The Jam performing hit songs from their collective 11 number 1's
Sunday 23rd June - Decades of Music, Afternoon Charity Concert and Bay City Rollers and more.

Let us help you find a cottage for this weekend http://tinyurl.com/catttyy


There is also the ever popular and growing Celebrity Chef area hosted by Jean Christophe Novelli and guests. This is fast becoming the most popular element of this weekend.