Whin Rigg is tucked down a quiet access only lane that houses an interesting and varied array of cottages. Whin Rigg is spacious with four bedrooms, two sitting rooms, kitchen and dining room. It has a large south-west facing garden and patio from which there are uninterrupted views of the Lake District fells.

Eskdale is a wonderful starting point for hundreds of walks on the high or low fells or along the valley. The River Esk flows from Scafell Pike at the head of the valley to the sea at Ravenglass, through crystal clear pools for swimming. It is popular for fishing and canoeing as well as walks along its banks. The famous Ravenglass & Eskdale Miniature Railway runs along the valley, its steam trains leisurely making the seven mile journey down to the old fishing village of Ravenglass, often sunny when the high fells are clouded. The Roman bath-house ruins are centuries old testimony to the attractions of this stretch of coast.

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 two 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.

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