
Bleng Barn Cottage is a cosy 18th-century farmhouse wing on a working livestock farm near Gosforth. This Lake District gem sits just 1. 5 miles from Wasdale (Britain's 'favourite view') and 3 miles from stunning Eskdale. The flexible bedroom setup lets you choose between super king-size doubles or twins.
Set in peaceful West Cumbria countryside, you'll wake up to farm animals and rolling fields. Fancy a dip? The private hot tub on the patio is perfect for soaking your muscles after hiking nearby Scafell. The large paddock is brilliant for kids to burn off energy and you can explore nature walks throughout the owner's farmland.
Bleng Barn Cottage is a cosy 18th-century farmhouse wing on a working livestock farm near Gosforth. This Lake District gem sits just 1.5 miles from Wasdale (Britain's 'favourite view') and 3 miles from stunning Eskdale. The flexible bedroom setup lets you choose between super king-size doubles or twins.
Set in peaceful West Cumbria countryside, you'll wake up to farm animals and rolling fields. Fancy a dip? The private hot tub on the patio is perfect for soaking your muscles after hiking nearby Scafell. The large paddock is brilliant for kids to burn off energy and you can explore nature walks throughout the owner's farmland. The local village of Gosforth is less than a mile away with pubs serving good grub.
The accommodation features an open-plan living area with well-equipped kitchen, dining space and comfy sitting area with sofa bed. There are three bedrooms that can be configured as twins or super king-size doubles, plus two bathrooms. Perfect for groups of up to 7 people - and your dogs are welcome too!
Nearby attractions include Muncaster Castle (5 miles), the charming Ravenglass to Eskdale miniature railway (6 miles) and Seascale beach (4 miles) for coastal walks. After a day exploring, nothing beats sinking into the hot tub with a glass of wine while the kids crash out from all that fresh air.
Bleng Barn Cottage offers the perfect mix of farm life, comfort and location. It's ideal for families, walking groups or anyone wanting to escape to the quieter western Lakes without sacrificing modern comforts.
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Gosforth, Cumbria13°C
Clear sky
Updated: 22 Jul 2026, 2:48am
Dexter Lodge At Calthwaite Hall is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
62m
(203 feet above sea level)
Dexter Lodge At Calthwaite Hall sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.4232080° N | Longitude: 3.420839° W
Today's sun times for Gosforth (Wednesday, 22 July 2026):
4:06am
Sunrise
7:33pm
Golden Hour
8:33pm
Sunset
This month in Gosforth, you have approximately 16.44 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Dexter Lodge At Calthwaite Hall.
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Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Bleng Barn Cottage
Experience authentic farm life with livestock nearby and beautiful countryside views right from your doorstep.
The private 6-seater hot tub on the patio is perfect for unwinding after hiking nearby fells.
Bedrooms can be set up as either super king-size doubles or twins, making it adaptable for any group.
Kids love the paddock for games and the farm setting with animals adds excitement to a family holiday.
Located just 1.5 miles from Wasdale and close to many Lake District walks and trails.
Well-equipped kitchen, WiFi, Smart TV and a library of books, videos, CDs and games for rainy days.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Bleng Barn Cottage by car, take the A595 through West Cumbria and follow signs for Gosforth. The cottage is located on a working farm just outside the village. You'll have convenient off-road parking for four cars upon arrival.
For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Seascale, approximately 4 miles away. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to the cottage. The West Cumbria railway line offers connections to the main West Coast line at Carlisle.
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Postcode: CA20 1AJ
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