Cumbria
Cottages With Hot Tubs
2026 Hot Tub Breaks in Lake District, Keswick, Windermere, Ambleside & More!
2026 Hot Tub Breaks in Lake District, Keswick, Windermere, Ambleside & More!
Cathow Cottage sits proudly on a working farm in Ennerdale, Cumbria. This 4-star Lake District retreat combines rustic farm life with modern comforts. Panoramic views stretch to Scotland and the Isle of Man on clear days. The stone farmhouse blends traditional features with practical touches that make countryside living easy.
Located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, you're just 5 miles from Ennerdale Water and 6 miles from St Bees. The Coast to Coast walking route passes nearby, offering epic hiking opportunities. Watch farm animals from your window while sipping morning coffee. After exploring, soak those tired muscles in your private hot tub.
Cathow Cottage sits proudly on a working farm in Ennerdale, Cumbria. This 4-star Lake District retreat combines rustic farm life with modern comforts. Panoramic views stretch to Scotland and the Isle of Man on clear days. The stone farmhouse blends traditional features with practical touches that make countryside living easy.
Located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, you're just 5 miles from Ennerdale Water and 6 miles from St Bees. The Coast to Coast walking route passes nearby, offering epic hiking opportunities. Watch farm animals from your window while sipping morning coffee. After exploring, soak those tired muscles in your private hot tub. Beats counting sheep!
The cottage sleeps 8 guests across four bedrooms - three doubles and one twin. Downstairs features a lounge with wood burner, spacious dining room, well-equipped kitchen with oil Aga and a handy utility room. The wide staircase showcases a stunning picture window overlooking fields where you'll spot the farm's livestock grazing peacefully.
Visit Kinniside Stone Circle (2 miles), tackle Catbells (17 miles), or explore Whinlatter Forest (19 miles). St Bees beach (6 miles) offers coastal walks and swimming spots in summer.
Cathow Cottage delivers authentic farm life with luxurious touches. Perfect for families wanting to show kids where food comes from - without sacrificing that essential hot tub!
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One of five pretty pods within peaceful former rectory grounds, this holiday hideaway is less than 200 metres from the Bowness-on-Solway shoreline, and close to the westernmost point of the...
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Ennerdale, Cumbria13°C
Moderate drizzle
Updated: 4 Aug 2026, 2:47am
Bowness Retreat 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 clearly visible on clear nights. You can see the zodiacal light in spring and autumn.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
597m
(1,959 feet above sea level)
Bowness Retreat sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.4865000° N | Longitude: 3.1498° W
Today's sun times for Ennerdale (Tuesday, 4 August 2026):
4:27am
Sunrise
7:10pm
Golden Hour
8:10pm
Sunset
This month in Ennerdale, you have approximately 15.71 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 Bowness Retreat.
Signal Strength
Limited
Mobile signal may be patchy in this remote area. Download offline maps and entertainment before arrival.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Cathow Cottage
Private hot tub with stunning countryside views. Perfect for relaxing after walking the Coast to Coast route or exploring Lake District fells.
Watch farm animals from your windows. Kids love seeing livestock up close while adults appreciate the authentic rural setting.
Four bedrooms sleeping eight people with two bathrooms. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out.
On clear days, see all the way to Scotland and the Isle of Man. The picture window on the staircase frames perfect countryside scenes.
Traditional wood burner in the lounge creates a warm atmosphere. Ideal for gathering around after days exploring the national park.
Just 5 miles from Ennerdale Water and 6 miles from St Bees beach. Excellent base for exploring western Lake District.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Cathow Cottage by car, follow directions to Ennerdale in Cumbria, within the Lake District National Park. The cottage is situated on a working farm with private parking available for two cars.
The nearest railway station is at Whitehaven, approximately 8 miles from the cottage. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to the farm property.
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Located 3 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA23 3AR
Located 3 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA23 3AR
Located 5 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA25 5HQ
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