Glenisla Cottage
Cosy Retreat in the Lake District
Glenisla Cottage is your ideal retreat nestled in the unspoilt heart of the Western Lake District. Newly renovated in 2022, this charming cottage combines modern comfort with a warm, cosy feel. With convenient off-road parking, the cottage is a perfect base for your getaway. Whether you're seeking adventure by conquering Scafell Pike or need a tranquil escape by the garden’s babbling brook, Glenisla Cottage invites you to relax, recharge, and explore the natural beauty of the region.
The Accommodation
Open Plan Living / Dining
Glenisla has a spacious open plan living room, with seating for large groups. The room is fitted with an eco-design ultra clean burn log burner. We provide a basket of logs & firelighters for your stay. The house benefits from full fibre broadband running directly to the property. Super fast wifi in excess of 70MB per second, means that all TV entertainment is streamed online via a Roku box.
Our Kitchen
The kitchen / diner benefits from underfloor heating, and the kitchen has a split level cooker and separate hob with extractor hood. There is a 60:40 split fridge / freezer, intregrated washing machine and dishwasher for your convenience. We even provide wash capsules. Comments on our kitchen tell us it is one of the best equipped for a rental house.
The Master Bedroom
The Master bedroom has a King-sized bed with deep mattress and mattress topper. Two weights of pillow are provided to ensure you have a good nights sleep. The room has a built in hanging rail, and other storage.
The Second Bedroom
This bedroom has a double bed, with similar deep mattress and topper for extra comfort. The room also has a chest of drawers and vanity mirror.
The Bathroom
The bathroom is spacious, and fitted with underfloor heating. There is a full size bath with rainwater style overhead shower and hand held shower. The bathroom also has a toilet and free standing was basin.
The Study
Glenisla has a separate study, with built in desk and business chair. Using the ultra fast broadband you could easily work from home if needed whilst on your break.
Location Map
Our Location
Glenisla Cottage, is on the edge of the village of Gosforth in the Western Lake District. Click the map to view in Google Maps our favourite places to visit in the immediate area.
Things To Do and See
Ravenglass & Eskdale Narrowgauge Railway.
The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway “La’al Ratty” is a stunning seven-mile steam engine journey from Ravenglass, the only coastal village in the UNESCO World Heritage site, The Lake District National Park. Travel across the estuary, through the hills, past seven request stops, en route to our final destination, Dalegarth for Boot station. Click the image f
Marra Bikes and Boards
A local company hiring paddle boards, kayaks, and bikes. Click in the image to find out more and to book.
Scafell Pike.
A lot of our guests stay because we are near to Wasdale, giving easy access to Scafell Pike and the NT car park in Wasdale. Click the image to the right for The Wasdale Mountain Rescue advice on climbing this iconic mountain.
Wasdale.
Wasdale Lake is perhaps one of the most spectacular valleys in the Lake District thanks to it being home to the screes, England’s highest mountain peak Scafell, and its deepest lake. The pretty hamlet at the Southern end of the lake you will find The Screes and Stands pubs, along with The Sawmill cafe. At the far end of the lake you will find Wasdale Head with its ancient inn and St Olaf’s
Path to Adventure is a family-run outdoor activity company providing the highest quality outdoor adventures around the Lake District for families, individuals, businesses and private groups. They run activities around the southern, central and western Lake District.
Ghyll Scrambling
Canyoning
Paddleboarding
Kayaking
Canoeing
Rock Climbing
Abseiling
Dark Sky Events
Bushcraft
Raft Building
Guided Mountain Walk
Blengdale Forest.
The house is next to the forest trail, perfect for walking, trail running or mountain biking. The forest is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.
See some of Cumbria's tallest trees by walking up the valley of the River Bleng. The forest is also home to the rare red squirrels and native deer.