Randlehow Cottage is tucked away at the end of an "access only" lane which houses some of Eskdale's oldest cottages. One of the older cottages in Eskdale, Randlehow Cottage was extensively refurbished in 2004 to create a dwelling that is beautiful while still remaining extremely comfortable.

Eskdale is a wonderful starting point for hundreds of walks, either on the fells or along the banks of the River Esk, which flows from Scafell at the top of the valley down to the estuary at Ravenglass, an old fishing village complete with a ruined Roman bath-house! The river has natural pools for swimming and is a popular place for canoeing and for fishing. The famous Ravenglass & Eskdale Miniature Railway runs along the valley, its steam trains leisurely making the seven mile journey down to the sea.

There are five pubs in the valley, two of which are within walking distance of the cottage (George IV and the Bower House Inn), all welcoming children and serving real ales and a wide choice of good food. The village shop and post office is just a five minute walk up Randlehow Lane and sells a comprehensive range of goods, including groceries, fresh fruit and vegetables, food to go, alcohol and newspapers, as well as outdoor clothes and equipment.

One of the views from the cottage

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