Long weekend at Brockholes Farm – review
We enjoyed a long weekend stay at Brockholes Farm as part of our trip to South Lakes Safari Zoo so thought I’d share an honest review.
To celebrate Steve’s 40th birthday we had a family trip to South Lakes Safari Zoo which we thoroughly enjoyed.
As we live a few hours away from South Lakes Safari Zoo, we decided to have a weekend away to celebrate and properly enjoy the visit with a three-year-old in tow.
We booked our package through the zoo which included:
- a two night stay at a cottage at Brockholes Farm
- entrance to the zoo,
- two animal encounters
- a walking feeding tour
- early entry to the zoo
- discount at the gift shop and food offers too.
About Brockholes Farm
At Brockholes Farm there are five traditional Lakeland Stone Cottages along the banks of the River Lune, which cascades down the valley, surrounded by the stunning Howgill Fell.
All the cottages come with private outdoor areas, along with shared use of a children’s play area, plus the opportunity for walks across the farmland and even fishing on the river.
The cottages are surrounded by an area rich in wildlife and natural beauty, and located close to the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District National Parks.
At the cottages, there is tons of space for your dogs to explore and play, with both on and off-lead areas on the site.
Sheep graze half of the land so please always remember to pop your dogs on a lead when there is livestock around.
Gorgeous Getaways with South Lakes Safari Zoo
Our long weekend at Brockholes Farm
The journey to Brockholes Farm took much longer than the sat nav had predicted due to an accident and having to negotiate very narrow Cumbrian roads.
Thankfully our journey home was much smoother.
Brockholes Farm has a small sign which you could easily miss but we managed to find it ok.
You drive in over a very narrow bridge and have to navigate your way through roaming sheep to the cottages – drive slowly and take care.
There’s plenty of parking and the views are simply stunning.
We were staying in River View Cottage which sleeps four.
There’s a lovely garden with seating outside and we couldn’t wait to get inside.
It’s all on one level which is ideal for families with little ones.
We had a little welcome note and some goodies for our day of arrival which was a lovely touch.
There’s latch doors, a stone floor, vaulted ceiling and exposed beams all giving wonderful charm and character.
The living area is open plan and includes a well-equipped kitchen with dining table and a comfortable sitting area with an electric stove, and picture windows offering triple aspect views to the lovely hills and river.
A latch door separates the living/dining area from the bathroom and bedrooms along a small hallway.
There’s two bedrooms one king and one twin which was perfect for us.
We liked that it was two separate single beds rather than bunk beds.
Elsie said her bed was really comfy and the mattress felt good when I sat on it.
A note for families, the curtains in the twin room are quite thin and I wish we had brought a Gro Blind with us – we know for next time.
The king bedroom has large wardrobes, two bedside tables and a desk however the mattress has definitely seen better days but we did sleep ok.
Bed linen and towels are provided.
The bathroom is large with a bath and a powerful overhead shower, large wash basin and toilet.
We brought a toilet seat for Elsie and a footstool.
Elsie really enjoyed the bath and we thought the shower was great – excellent water pressure.
A travel cot and highchair are available on request but weren’t needed by us.
The kitchen is small but has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, a washing machine and a dishwasher – ideal for families!
It is a perfect place to stay for families and we enjoyed our stay.
Outside is a shared playpark with a small basketball court which has absolutely stunning panoramic views.
Steve enjoyed the basketball court and Elsie absolutely loved playing in the park.
A very short drive from Brockholes Farm is a lovely local pub the Cross Keys Inn and we ate there both nights.
It does get busy so booking a table during peak holidays would be advisable, however when we were there in May we were able to get a table fine.
On the Friday evening we plumped for fish and chips and they were absolutely delicious and we all wolfed them down.
And on the Saturday tea time Steve and I went for one of their stonebaked pizzas and Elsie had the children’s pasta.
There’s a lovely beer garden out the back and a play area for kids which Elsie loved.
It had a really great vibe and the staff were all really friendly and welcoming.
We really enjoyed our stay at Brockholes Farm and would recommend it.
I would definitely recommend leaving plenty of time for your travel and snacks for little ones as our journey to Brockholes Farm wasn’t great due to being rerouted to an accident.
Where is Brockholes Farm?
Brockholes Farm Holiday Cottages
The Farmhouse
Tebay
Cumbria
CA10 3XT
Email: enquiries@cumbriazoo.co.uk
How to get to Brockholes Farm
By road:
M6 Junction 38 to the village of Tebay. Take the A685 heading through Tebay village You’ll pass a white pub on one side and the local school on the other keep going. Brockholes Farm is a left turn just before the road crosses over the lune river. Kendal 13 miles; Penrith 17 miles; Windermere 19 miles.
By train:
The nearest station is Penrith or Oxenholme at Kendal.
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