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!
Elk Cottage is a 5 Star Gold Award barn conversion in Glassonby, Cumbria. This exceptional property sits in the peaceful Eden Valley with stunning countryside views. The stone-built cottage combines traditional features with modern luxury, including a private hot tub in the enclosed courtyard.
The surrounding landscape offers tranquil rural beauty. You're perfectly positioned between the Lake District and North Pennines. Walking paths criss-cross the valley and cyclists enjoy quiet country lanes. Local pubs in Kirkoswald and Wangthathby provide excellent food after days exploring.
The accommodation features two good-sized bedrooms, both with ensuite bathrooms.
Elk Cottage is a 5 Star Gold Award barn conversion in Glassonby, Cumbria. This exceptional property sits in the peaceful Eden Valley with stunning countryside views. The stone-built cottage combines traditional features with modern luxury, including a private hot tub in the enclosed courtyard.
The surrounding landscape offers tranquil rural beauty. You're perfectly positioned between the Lake District and North Pennines. Walking paths criss-cross the valley and cyclists enjoy quiet country lanes. Local pubs in Kirkoswald and Wangthathby provide excellent food after days exploring.
The accommodation features two good-sized bedrooms, both with ensuite bathrooms. The large oak fitted kitchen comes fully equipped with American-style fridge, AEG washing machine, dryer, electric hob, oven, microwave and dishwasher. The cosy lounge has a wood-burning stove with complimentary logs.
Nearby attractions include Long Meg Stone Circle (3 miles, 8 minutes), Lake District National Park (12 miles, 25 minutes), Penrith (9 miles, 20 minutes) and the Eden River (2 miles, 5 minutes).
Elk Cottage is perfect for families, couples or friends seeking quality accommodation. Dog-friendly facilities, welcome hamper on arrival and that relaxing hot tub make this an outstanding holiday choice.
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Glassonby, Essex11°C
Clear sky
Updated: 22 Jul 2026, 2:47am
Glassonby Old 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.
158m
(518 feet above sea level)
Glassonby Old Hall sits in a peaceful Essex setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.7431150° N | Longitude: 2.656097° W
Today's sun times for Glassonby (Wednesday, 22 July 2026):
4:02am
Sunrise
7:32pm
Golden Hour
8:32pm
Sunset
This month in Glassonby, you have approximately 16.50 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 Glassonby Old Hall.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Elk Cottage
Set in the quiet Eden Valley with stunning views. Guests love the tranquil setting away from crowds but close to attractions.
The cottage features top-quality furniture, comfortable beds and luxury touches throughout. Everything is maintained to excellent standards.
Arrival is made special with a thoughtful welcome hamper. Guests frequently mention this generous touch in their reviews.
The immaculate condition of the cottage impresses everyone. Reviews consistently praise the spotless presentation and attention to detail.
The large oak kitchen has everything needed for self-catering. Guests appreciate the high-end appliances and comprehensive equipment.
The outdoor hot tub in the enclosed courtyard provides relaxation after days exploring. Perfect for evening stargazing in this dark sky area.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Elk Cottage by car, take the M6 to Junction 41, then follow the A6 towards Penrith before joining the B5305. Turn onto local roads following signs for Glassonby. The cottage has convenient off-road parking for two cars.
The nearest station is Penrith, about 9 miles from the cottage. Regular services run from London, Glasgow and Manchester. We recommend arranging a taxi from the station for the final leg of your journey.
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