The Cottages

We have seven cottages here at Long Byres all with quarry tile floors and exposed beams. The bathrooms have a bath with a shower, WC, washbasin and hot water is available all day. Bed linen and towels are provided and there is a shared laundry room with washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities.

Cottage 1 & 2 - newly refurbished and extended through the winter 2006/7, the accommodation now consists of three bedrooms. One double room with ensuite shower room and two other family rooms. One bathroom with bath and shower, new kitchen/dining/living area with fabulous views over the farm to the Lake District. Bookings can be taken from May 15th.

Cottages 3 & 4 - sleep 4 people. Each have two bedrooms, one with a double bed and one with twin beds. The bathroom is on the ground floor. Upstairs is the living/dining area with galley kitchen and views over the fells.

Cottages 5 & 6 - sleep 2 people. The double bedroom and bathroom are on the ground floor with the kitchen/dining/living area upstairs, with views over the fields.

Cottage 7 - sleeps 4 people. Downstairs are two bedrooms, one with double bed and the other with twin beds, and the bathroom. The large living/dining/kitchen area is upstairs with views to the stream.

Each cottage has its own unique layout with views across the fields and valley beyond. There is ample car parking and dogs and other pets are welcome but must be looked after at all times.

Location

Long Byres Cottages are situated on 120 acre working farm which lies along the River Gelt. Hares, badgers and foxes share the farm with a herd of Exmoor Ponies and various other farm animals.

Hadrians Wall at its closest point is 5 miles from the cottages and Ullswater, the nearest of the Lake District lakes is less than 25 miles away. Gretna Green on the Scottish Border is 11miles and easily accessible.

There are a few good pubs close by and 2 award winning restaurants within 10 miles. The Market town of Brampton is ideal for shopping and it is also worth visiting Carlisle, the Great Border City where you can visit the castle, cathedral and shopping centre.

Menu

At Long Byres we offer an evening meal service. On your arrival you will be given a menu for the week. All dishes on the menu are freshly cooked using local Cumbrian produce and recipies. The minimum order for each dish is two full portions and children's meals are half price if they choose the same as their parents.

Sample Menu
Main Courses: Roman Spiced Gammon, Baked Trout
with cream & chives, Mushroom Rissotto, Farmhouse Chicken Pie

Desserts: Farmhouse treacle sponge, Lemon Tart
Roman baked pears, Chocloate Mousse, Fruit Crumble, Rice Pudding

Orders will be delivered to your cottage at about 7pm. Prices for main meals range between £4.00 - £5.00 and for dessert £1.75 - £2.50. If you have a special occasion to celebrate we can offer special menus to suit your taste and pocket.

Spring 2007 Menu

Saturday
Talkin chicken supreme with rice (£5.10) or Courgette fritters (£4.90)
Sherry trifle (£2.20) or Farmhouse treacle sponge (£2.20)

Sunday
Roast chicken and roast potatoes (£4.90) or Roasted vegetable pasta with potatoes (£4.90)
Harriet's damson syllabub (£2.20) or Fruit crumble (£2.00)

Monday
Steak pie (£5.10) or Mushroom risotto (£4.90)
Apple tart tartin (£2.10) or Bread and butter pudding (£2.20)

Tuesday
Geltsdale sausages with baked potatoes (£5.10) or Prawn, feta & tomato pan fry (£5.10)
Magic lemon pudding (£2.20) or Chocolate mousse (£2.30)

Wednesday
Armenian lamb with rice pilaff (£5.20) or Salmon lasagne (£5.50)
Chocolate profiteroles (£2.50) or Lemon tart (£2.50)

Thursday
Cumberland tattie pot (£5.00) or Shallot tart tartin (£4.90)
Raspberry creme brulee (£2.10) or Rice pudding (£2.00)

Friday
Farmhouse chicken pie (£5.00) or Roman seafood rissoles (£5.25)
Strawberry toffee pavlova (£2.30) or Roman baked pears (£2.20)

* = served with cream or creme fraiche
Unless stated vegetables are not provided

Tariff 2008

Prices are per week and run from Saturday to Saturday. Electricity, heating and gas are all inclusive. We require a 33% deposit to secure your reservation and the balance must be paid 4 weeks before your stay.

Date	Cottages 1, & 2	Cottages 3, 4 & 7	Cottages 5 & 6
04/03/07 - 30/03/07	£225.00	£196.00	£163.00
01/04/07 - 14/04/07	£390.00	£313.00	£267.00
15/04/07 - 25/05/07	£360.00	£275.00	£255.00
26/05/07 - 01/06/07	£450.00	£369.00	£281.00
02/06/07 - 13/07/07	£405.00	£350.00	£270.00
14/07/07 - 31/08/07	£480.00	£399.00	£324.00
01/09/07 - 19/10/07	£390.00	£310.00	£270.00
20/10/07 - 02/11/07	£430.00	£330.00	£290.00
03/11/07 - 21/12/07	£230.00	£200.00	£170.00
22/12/06 - 04/01/08	£450.00	£369.00	£326.00
05/01/07 - 29/03/08	£240.00	£196.00	£168.00

If you would like a short break, stays of three or four nights are available. Three night breaks are available from Friday to Monday at 65% of the weekly prices show. Mid week breaks of four nights from Monday to Friday at 70% of the weekly prices shown.