Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

High Ickenthwaite Farmhouse consists of an open-plan living space with an electric range oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, dining seating, Smart TV, WiFi, and a woodburning stove. There is also a sitting room with Smart TV and a second woodburning stove. The bedrooms consist of a super-king-size, a king-size, and two twins. There is a ground-floor shower room with a walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, and a further shower room with a walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, plus a utility. Underfloor heating on the ground floor and oil-fired central heating on the first floor provide warmth throughout. Fuel and power are included in the rent. Outside, there is an enclosed decking area with patio furniture and parking for four cars. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Note: In keeping with the age of the property, there are some low ceilings, steps and uneven floors so please bear this in mind when booking. Note: Starter pack of fuel for the woodburning stoves is provided. Note: The property is located on a working farm so dogs need to be kept under control at all times. Shop 5.8 miles, pub 1.6 miles. Make your countryside break one to remember at High Ickenthwaite Farmhouse in Cumbria. Good housekeeping bond 450 GBP

Ulverston is a traditional market town built around a cobbled main street. It boasts a fine selection of independent shops, café’s, and pubs with open fires and real ales. There is an extensive selection of eating places to suit everyone, from fine dining to traditional pub food. Ulverston is also well known as a festival town, with events ranging from flags and walking to art and music festivals throughout the summer months and with the renowned Dickensian Christmas festival in late November. It is the birthplace of Stan Laurel and world record holder of the biggest foam pie fight in the world giving a glimpse into the fun community spirited little town. There are excellent walks around the town and beautiful countryside, with views of the southern Lake District and Morecambe Bay. Home to the deepest, widest and shortest canal, which makes for a lovely afternoon walk with a pub at the end and views over the bay. All of the attractions of the National Park are also easily reached. The Furness Coast boasts sandy beaches and good birdwatching. Nearby family attractions include the South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Lakes Windermere and Coniston and popular Birkrigg Common, with its incredible panoramic views across Morecambe Bay.