
The Snug is a bespoke shepherd's hut micro home in Northern Cumbria, set alongside Carwinley Beck near the Scottish border. Finished to an extremely high standard, this is one of four properties on an exclusive landscaped development with 3. 5 acres of shared grounds. Very little light pollution makes this a brilliant spot for star gazing guests have spotted the Milky Way and shooting stars from the decking.
The setting is genuinely secluded. The sound of the beck runs through the whole stay. Wildlife visits regularly robins, blue tits, bats at dusk and even a hedgehog. Longtown is five minutes away with a shop, pub and restaurant. Gretna Green is six miles away and Carlisle just ten.
The Snug sleeps two.
The Snug is a bespoke shepherd's hut micro home in Northern Cumbria, set alongside Carwinley Beck near the Scottish border. Finished to an extremely high standard, this is one of four properties on an exclusive landscaped development with 3.5 acres of shared grounds. Very little light pollution makes this a brilliant spot for star gazing guests have spotted the Milky Way and shooting stars from the decking.
The setting is genuinely secluded. The sound of the beck runs through the whole stay. Wildlife visits regularly robins, blue tits, bats at dusk and even a hedgehog. Longtown is five minutes away with a shop, pub and restaurant. Gretna Green is six miles away and Carlisle just ten.
The Snug sleeps two. It's all on one level with an open-plan living, dining, kitchen and sleeping area with a double bed. There's a wet room with shower, basin and WC. The kitchen has a portable induction hob, Belfast sink, microwave, toaster and kettle.
Gretna Green's Famous Blacksmiths Shop (6 miles), Carlisle Castle (10 miles), Hadrian's Wall at Birdoswald (18 miles, 30 mins) and Ullswater in the North Lakes (under an hour) are all within easy reach.
The private hot tub, fire pit with free logs and decking lights make The Snug ideal for couples after a proper escape. Owners Trevor and Danielle are consistently praised across 78 reviews. Book The Snug for a genuinely private, well-equipped retreat.
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Longtown, Cumbria10°C
Clear sky
Updated: 16 Jul 2026, 2:49am
Garden Cottage Grasmere 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.
40m
(131 feet above sea level)
Garden Cottage Grasmere sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 55.0472861° N | Longitude: 2.9344521° W
Today's sun times for Longtown (Thursday, 16 July 2026):
3:52am
Sunrise
7:43pm
Golden Hour
8:43pm
Sunset
This month in Longtown, you have approximately 16.86 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 Garden Cottage Grasmere.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Snug
The private hot tub is cleaned and refilled between every booking. Guests regularly use it at night listening to the beck flowing below.
Free logs and kindling are provided along with toasting forks and marshmallows. The fire pit is a highlight for evening outdoor time.
Very little light pollution here. Guests have seen the Milky Way, shooting stars and occasionally the Northern Lights from the decking.
Owners are repeatedly praised across reviews for being warm, helpful and thoughtful. Welcome gifts include Prosecco, homemade brownies and marshmallows.
The Snug sits right alongside Carwinley Beck. The sound of the water and the visiting wildlife bats, birds and hedgehogs make it feel genuinely away from it all.
The private screened decking has atmospheric lighting, a parasol, outdoor cold shower and a BBQ. Guests consistently mention how good it looks at night.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach The Snug by car, head towards Longtown in Northern Cumbria and follow signs towards Carwinley. The development sits alongside Carwinley Beck and there is communal off-road parking on site when you arrive.
The nearest railway station is Carlisle, approximately ten miles away. From Carlisle you can take a taxi directly to the property. Carlisle is well connected on the West Coast Main Line from both London and Glasgow.
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