The Lighthouse Hide | Cottage in Walney

The Lighthouse Hide is a stunning, unique property surrounded by wildlife and situated at the southern tip of Cumbria in the heart of the South Walney Nature Reserve. Sleeping two people in one en-suite bedroom it's an ideal spot for couples to get away and immerse themselves in nature.
Nestled at the bottom of the lighthouse tower, The Hide is surrounded by the dunes of the nature reserve, bounded by the sea. The nature reserve is windswept and rugged, home to a wonderful diversity of bird species making The Hide 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.
The cottage is furnished to a high standard with a contemporary feel with many thoughtful touches which guests will love.
Set all on the ground floor, guests step in to the large open-plan kitchen/living area which has a double aspect and is flooded with light whatever the time of day. This leads off to the bedroom which has a king-sized bed and luxury en-suite with walk-in shower.
Binoculars and bird watching guidebooks can provide hours of entertainment 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 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 coffee machine and an integrated dishwasher.
Outside, there is ample off-road parking and there are plenty of trails to explore across the dunes. Lighthouse Cottage can be found 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 access. 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 need to be provided ahead of your stay so that access to the lane leading to the property can be granted.
The Lighthouse Hide is accessed via a long bumpy track through the island.

The Lighthouse Hide is located in Barrow-in-Furness. The Lighthouse Hide provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, among other amenities. This Cottage features Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Lighthouse Hide has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 persons. The minimum rental for this property is 1 night, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Barrow-in-Furness has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Barrow-in-Furness, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.