Lighthouse Cottage

Walney, England
$311 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Lighthouse Cottage is a fabulous, one-of-a-kind property situated at the southern tip of Cumbria in the heart of the South Walney Nature Reserve. Surrounded by wildlife and with incredible sea and nature reserve views it's the perfect location for a memorable getaway.

The nature reserve is windswept and rugged, home to a wonderful diversity of bird species making Lighthouse Cottage popular with bird-watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Grey seals can also be spotted swimming in the sea at high tide! The sunrises and sunsets are simply stunning and guests will love the experience of being immersed in nature.

Inside, the cottage does not disappoint - it is furnished to a high standard with a contemporary feel with many thoughtful touches guests will love.

On the ground floor there are three bedrooms and family bathroom. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and luxury en-suite with walk-in double shower. For the lazy morning lie-ins, there's a mounted TV which can be watched from the bed.

The second bedroom is a zip-link twin which can also be configured as a king-sized double on request. It too has a wall-mounted TV which can be watched from the bed(s).

Bedroom number three - 'The Red Room' - has a large king-sized sofabed which can be folded away to form a second comfortable sitting room.

The spacious family bathroom has a large shower over bath in a contemporary style. There is also a handy utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer.

The main living quarters can be found up the stairs and make the most of the wonderful views. Binoculars and bird watching guidebooks can provide hours of entertainment from the dunes around the reserve with guests able to spot eider ducks, willow warbler and sandwich terns in the Spring or nesting gulls, eiders, oystercatchers ringed plovers and sandwich terns in the summer. In the cooler Autumn and Winter months, guests can keep warm using the beautiful log burner after the long walks to spot the waders and wildfowl.

The fully-fitted kitchen has all the amenities and equipment to cook up a feast during the self-catered stay including a Krups/Nespresso coffee machine and an integrated dishwasher.

Outside, there is ample off-road parking for several cars and there are plenty of trails to explore across the dunes. The Hide is next door and is let separately - both can be booked together to sleep 8.

Please note this is a nature reserve and there are restrictions on where you can wander and there is no access to the beach at this south tip of Walney Island.The reserve is a Nature Reserve run by the Cumbria Wildlife Trust and it is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and there are strict rules to follow regarding where you can wander on the island. No dogs are allowed at the property or anywhere on the reserve, even on a lead. No fireworks and no drones are permitted.

The nature reserve is closely monitored by a warden and car registration details are required to access the lane to the property prior to your arrival.

Lighthouse Cottage is accessed via a long bumpy track through the island.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2153 Sq Ft (200 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near The Ocean
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Sonya

    Submitted Feb 11, 2026

    Stayed Feb 4, 2026

    Fabulously wild location. Historic and cosy. Beautiful interior decor and well equipped kitchen.

  • Balazs

    Submitted Jan 21, 2026

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Incredibly peaceful and a must place to visit if you want to get away from it all.

  • James

    Submitted Jan 16, 2026

    Stayed Jan 11, 2026

    Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the cottage. Beautiful surroundings and extremely peaceful and just what we needed. I would highly recommend anyone thinking of booking, to go ahead as you will not be disappointed.

  • Toby

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2025

    Property is beautiful inside and out and in a stunning location for a great price. Highly recommend staying at the Lighthouse

  • Balazs

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Amazing place during Christmas time, incredibly peaceful and a must place to visit if you want to get away from it all.

  • Alexis

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We love the layout. It felt like home, and the view was amazing from the front room, which was upstairs, and the nature reserve was beautiful, and there was a lot of cattle and sheep running free and watching the birds and hares Being on the nature reserves, the road is rough, but there is nothing else that we didn't like

  • Christopher

    Submitted Nov 28, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    Really lovely comfortable cottage, had all we needed for a fab weekend with friends

  • Charlotte

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    This was one of the most incredible holidays we’ve been on, mainly due to the unique setting of the cottage. Once the gate is shut at 5pm, you’re on your own with nature, and that felt very special. Walney island is stunning we walked the north and south on separate days and loved both. Lovely pub up the top, and good food at the caravan park down the bottom. We saw loads of bird species, grey seals and rabbits galore! There is lots to do in the vicinity too: Ulverston, Furness Abbey, steam railway at Windermere, the Western Lakes, the coastline, Grange-over-Sands and we also visited the Cartmel Agricultural show! It would be helpful to have some way of passing on snagging messages for the housekeeper like a chalk board, or an electronic system. There were a couple of things not working: a bit of the oven had broken off the diverter in the second shower (it was fine- it’s a double shower!) and a drainage smell. All easily lived with, but it would improve the experience for subsequent guests.

  • Nicola

    Submitted May 7, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    Basically only would like the tiles going into the third bedroom to be secured otherwise perfect we will be coming back thank you home from home comforts unforgettable weekend also the up stairs speakers didn't work just for your information

  • Dene

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    In no particular order… Underfloor heating, the shower and the remote button to turn it on. Very comfy bed. Loved the metal art on the walls. Well equipped kitchen.

  • Simon

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 28, 2024

    The Lighthouse Cottage is a fabulous place to stay if you want peace and quiet along with stunning scenery. The Cottage is very well equipped with everything you will ever need for your stay. Absolutely loved the log burner fire which was so nice when the wind and rain outside was blowing a storm. The Cottage is very tastefully furnished and everything is of the highest quality. The Cottage is on a private Nature reserve and the walks are beautiful with many hides dotted around where you can sit and watch the wildlife. I cannot recommend Lighthouse Cottage highly enough. Not a problem for us but not suitable if you do not have a car.

  • Jana

    Submitted Dec 20, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    we loved staying at the cottage, it felt like home. we enjoyed exploring the nature reserve, highly recommend the guided walk. we saw seals and lots of wading birds. perfect retreat place for autumn.

  • Joanne

    Submitted Nov 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The property was lovely and unusual, the interior was to a very high standard and very comfortable

  • Sara

    Submitted Nov 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    My friend and I liked everything about this booking. We are amateur photographers and we were in our element. Especially liked the lack of people and just to have time to observe the beautiful area and made the use of every minute. Although we only had one good sunrise, to walk up by the Groyn Hide and walk along the top early morning was a joy. Lovely sky scapes. The accommodation was by far the best place we have stayed in so far. It was homely and very comfortable (heating was on when we arrived) and furnished to a very high standard. Comfy beds and nice clean linen and towels. Views especially from the kitchen window were excellent. We found the South and North Island to be completely different from each other but both beautiful in their own way. We would loved to have stayed longer and genuinely sad to leave. Last but not least thank you for the Proseco, went down a treat with our first meal!! Only two minor issues, we couldn't find any dish washer tablets and so manually washed up and batteries needed replacing in one of the heating controllers. Other than that only praise to Debby and Martin and the Finest Retreats Team.

  • Deborah

    Submitted Nov 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Perfect for unwinding in nature. Very cosy and clean and good for a family stay. It is a remote place so pubs and shops are a drive away, however this adds to the peacefulness.

  • Grant

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The cottage is beautifully decorated and equipped. Watching the birds and seals in the shoreline bird hyde was fabulous. The track leading to the cottage was very uneven but it became part of the adventure!

  • Helen

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Lighthouse cottage felt magical - located in the South of the island, remote and wild. The views vere spectacular in every direction and kept on unfolding throughout our stay - Piel Island, Roa and the South Lakes Peninsular. From Black Combe to the Lake District Fells all the way to Blackpool! The sunrises and sunsets revealed a kaleidoscope of colours, ever shifting and becoming centre stage. The Nature Reserve is a gem and we felt privileged to be able to watch seals from the hide closest to the cottage. The cottage itself was perfect: immaculately clean and with everything we needed and more. The efficient log burner, underfloor heating and exceptional bathrooms set the property apart from the rest. Whilst the Nespresso machine and well equipped kitchen ensured we felt at home. Lighthouse cottage provided us with an experience we will never forget - thank you. I can't think of anything!

  • Alan

    Submitted Sep 6, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    As a family we enjoy staying in unquie placed as this did not dissapoint, it was brilliant. The lighthouse is remote, peaceful and full of wildlife and a great getaway from the hustle and bustle of modern life. The house had everything we needed, we were given a lovely welcome package, great directions and good advice before our stay. The sun sets into evening were amazing so was watching the seals at high tide. Would highly recommend this property. Nothing for us

  • Guy

    Submitted Aug 3, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    You really do feel that you are cut off from everyone and everywhere else. We will always remember our unforgettable stay at the very southernmost tip of Walney Island Thanks again

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