Swallow’s Nest – Accessible Crackenthorpe Countryside Cottage

• Accessibility
  Assistance Dogs Welcome, Ground Floor Bedroom, Handheld Shower Head, Handrails Present In Bathroom, Space Under Bed, Step Free Level Entry, Step Free Ramped Entry, Step Free Shower, Suitable For Limited Mobility, Transfer Space Beside Bed > 1M, Wet room, Wheel In Shower, Wheel Under Wash Basin
• Amenities
  Central Heating, Countryside Location, Countryside Views, Dogs Welcome, Grocery Shop Within 5 Miles, Private Garden, Public Garden, Pub Within 5 Miles, Restaurant Within 5 Miles, TV, Wifi
• Dogs Welcome
  Yes
• Bedrooms
  2
• Bathrooms
  1
• Sleeps
  4
• Equipment

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• Services

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• Labels
  Dogs Welcome, Suitable For Limited Mobility, Wet Room
• Fees

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• Key Accessibility Labels
  Assistance Dogs Welcome, Step Free Level Entry, Step Free Shower, Suitable For Limited Mobility
• Key Amenities Labels
  Countryside Location, Countryside Views, Dogs Welcome, Parking Available
• Notable Features

  Notable Feature

  Single-level conversion of a former wagon house

  Quiet rural setting with countryside views

  Cobbled courtyard with shared outdoor seating

  Well suited to carers couples and small families

• Property Accessibility
  Arrival and Entry Private onsite parking is available close to the cottage, with space for multiple vehicles. A ramped approach provides step free access into the property. Living Areas The living room is located on the ground floor with level flooring throughout. Seating is arranged to allow clear wheelchair circulation, creating a comfortable space for relaxing and socialising. Kitchen The kitchen is fully equipped and arranged to support accessible use. Clear floor space allows manoeuvring, and freestanding dining seating provides flexibility for guests with different mobility needs. Bedrooms Both bedrooms are located on the ground floor. The main bedroom includes a double bed with more than one metre of clear transfer space. The second bedroom offers a single bed with an additional pull-out single, suitable for carers or family members. Bathrooms The wet room includes a step free wheel-in shower with handheld attachment, wall-mounted shower seat, grab rails, wheel-under wash basin with paddle-style tap, and WC with side transfer space. Outdoor Areas A cobbled courtyard provides outdoor seating and a peaceful place to relax. Level paths and ramped access connect the cottage to outdoor areas and parking. Important Information This property is suitable for wheelchair users and guests with limited mobility who require single-level accommodation. Dogs and assistance dogs are welcome by arrangement. The courtyard is cobbled, which may be uneven for some wheelchair users depending on conditions.
• Dogs Allowed
  1

Swallow’s Nest is a single-storey accessible countryside cottage located in Crackenthorpe, near Appleby-in-Westmorland. Sleeping up to four guests, the property is well suited to couples, small families, carers, and guests with limited mobility seeking a quiet and inclusive rural escape. The cottage offers a warm, characterful interior that blends traditional features with a practical, easy-to-navigate layout. Designed for relaxed stays, it provides a comfortable base for guests who value peace, privacy, and straightforward living without unnecessary complexity. The surrounding area offers gentle countryside exploration, with local pubs, shops, and village amenities within easy reach. Appleby-in-Westmorland provides additional services, historic streets, and riverside walks, making Swallow’s Nest a good choice for guests who want countryside calm without being remote.

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