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You can walk from the door on to the fells (my favourite walk, Catbells is just behind the cottages) or to the lake through the wood.

They also have a natural wood-fired hot tub in a small woodland overlooking the valley that you can book by the day - perfect after a long walk.

The cottages are clean and warm and run by a family who live just a minute away. Good value for money. Highly recommended, especially if you are after the quiet life.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14466 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12698
All the perks of the lake district, without the crowds or the expense. Fantastic harbourside with great places to eat, and the maritime festival is a well worth visiting.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12698 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12330
If you have young children they'll love searching the rock pools for starfish, crabs and small fish and they'll fall in love with the sea birds dancing on the shore line as the sun slowly comes to rest after a long day of adventure.

A heron often visits the beach of an evening and it, along with the Oyster Catchers add to the sense of escape. If you bring your binoculars you can watch for porpoise as you look out across the Irish Sea toward the Isle of Man.

If you have a head for heights you can take a cliff walk and there is a wonderful links golf course to enjoy.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12330 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12326 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12326 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12317 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12317 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11684 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11684 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11415
It's a steep climb, but persistence will deliver some amazing views. There are no ropes, pickaxes or on-all-fours required, although be prepared for a slight feeling of shame as runners often jog past.

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