
Kirkbank is a luxury 4-bedroom holiday home in Eskdale Green, Lake District. This imaginatively furnished property offers stunning fell views and sits just 200 metres from the local pub. The former church building combines historical character with modern luxury - perfect for anyone wanting to escape to the quieter western Lakes.
Set in mature gardens with a granite escarpment backdrop, you'll find several delightful sitting spots to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Watch the La'al Ratty steam train chug past at the bottom of the field while soaking in the oval-shaped outdoor bath. Yes, an actual outdoor bath!
Kirkbank is a luxury 4-bedroom holiday home in Eskdale Green, Lake District. This imaginatively furnished property offers stunning fell views and sits just 200 metres from the local pub. The former church building combines historical character with modern luxury - perfect for anyone wanting to escape to the quieter western Lakes.
Set in mature gardens with a granite escarpment backdrop, you'll find several delightful sitting spots to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Watch the La'al Ratty steam train chug past at the bottom of the field while soaking in the oval-shaped outdoor bath. Yes, an actual outdoor bath! After a day exploring, warm by the large log burner or relax in the hot tub with a favourite drink.
The accommodation includes three stylish bedrooms in the main house - the Industrial Room with skylight, Bell Room with working bell (morning alarm, anyone?) and Scandinavian Room with fell views. The separate Garden Room annexe features a king-size bed, en-suite and French doors opening to valley views. All rooms showcase exceptional attention to quality and artistic flair.
Nearby attractions include Stanley Ghyll Waterfall (5 miles), Muncaster Castle (6 miles), Wast Water lake (5.5 miles) for wild swimming and Scafell Pike (9.5 miles) for the ambitious hikers. The Japanese Garden in Giggle Alley forest is practically on your doorstep.
Kirkbank delivers luxury at every turn. The professional grand piano makes this accommodation truly special for musicians. Perfect for families or friends seeking quality time in the Lakes' most beautiful, unspoiled corner.
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Eskdale, Cumbria11°C
Clear sky
Updated: 20 Jul 2026, 2:47am
Pheasants Nook 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.
53m
(174 feet above sea level)
Pheasants Nook sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.3889550° N | Longitude: 3.32754° W
Today's sun times for Eskdale (Monday, 20 July 2026):
4:03am
Sunrise
7:35pm
Golden Hour
8:35pm
Sunset
This month in Eskdale, you have approximately 16.54 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 Pheasants Nook.
Signal Strength
Variable
Mobile signal is variable in this area. You should have coverage for calls and basic data.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Kirkbank
The Kawai RX3 professional grand piano makes Kirkbank special for musicians. Several guests mentioned how this unique feature enhanced their stay.
The oval-shaped outdoor bath for two offers spectacular fell views. Perfect for relaxing while watching the steam train pass by.
Guests repeatedly praise the exceptionally well-equipped kitchen with induction hob, built-in ovens, boiling water tap and quality utensils.
Located in quieter western Lake District, guests love the tranquil setting while still being just 200m from the pub.
From underfloor heating to the extensive Bluetooth system, guests appreciate the high-quality fixtures and thoughtful design throughout.
The panoramic windows offer beautiful views across to Birker Fell and the valley, mentioned in multiple reviews.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Kirkbank by car, take the A595 towards Whitehaven and follow signs for Eskdale Green. The property has a steep initial driveway access, so approach slowly when arriving at the cottage.
For those traveling by rail, the nearest mainline station is Ravenglass, approximately 6 miles away. From there, you can take the famous La'al Ratty steam train to Irton Road station, which is close to the property.
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