Eskdale Retreat Villa - Holmrook

5-star Lake District holiday home with two hot tubs, cinema room, and direct river access

Accommodation

Eskdale Retreat in Holmrook offers eight bedrooms and eight bathrooms, each with an ensuite. The main house includes a cinema room for movies and a separate games room with table tennis. A fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and double oven sits in the open-plan living area.

Amenities & Facilities

The property features two outdoor hot tubs set in the large garden with views of the surrounding fells. A secure bike storage building holds up to a dozen bicycles, and a boot dryer handles wet gear after walks. The games room also has a Sonos sound system for music.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway is less than 1 km from the house, offering steam train rides to the coast. Muncaster Castle is 11 km away, and Scafell Pike is 18 km from the doorstep. Local pubs like The Boot and others are within a 10-minute walk.

Outdoor Activities

Guests can walk directly from the front door to Hardknott Pass, Wasdale, or Scafell Pike. The River Esk at the bottom of the garden is used for wild swimming and fishing, and Blea Tarn is a 20-minute walk uphill. Cycling routes cover classic climbs like the Fred Whitton loop.

Family & Group Features

Eskdale Retreat accommodates large groups with children, offering a cinema room, games room, and two hot tubs. The property has a large garden for play, and pets are allowed. Nearby attractions include the water mill museum and an ice cream farm within walking distance.

• Rooms: 8 ensuite bedrooms & 8 bathrooms
• Amenities: Two hot tubs, cinema room, games room
• Location: 1 km from Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
• Outdoor: River Esk swimming, fishing, cycling from doorstep
• Group: Sleeps up to 16 adults, pet-friendly
• Activities: Walks to Scafell Pike, Hardknott Pass, Blea Tarn