Welcome

We have 3 types of accommodation here in the heart of the Cumbria countryside, choose from a beautiful holiday cottage or our two timber "eco" lodges.

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Cedrus Luxury Lodge

Cedrus Luxury Lodge

Sleeps 1- 6. The Lodge has been designed to have a minimum impact on the environment. It features a double en-suite bedroom with shower, two twin bedrooms and a separate bathroom.
View the Cedrus luxury lodge.

Larch Luxury Lodge

Larch Luxury Lodge

Sleeps 1-4. The Lodge has been designed to have a minimum impact on the environment. It features one double en-suite bedroom with a shower and one twin en-suite bedroom with a bath and over- bath shower.
View the Larch luxury lodge.

Barn Owl Cottage

Barn Owl Cottage

The Barn Owl Cottage was converted from a 17th century barn. It has great character, exposed stone walls and wooden beams. The cottage features one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and one single bedroom. View this cottage accommodation.

About Upfront

Upfront Holidays is a small friendly, family run business providing unique facilities for visitors who are looking for something out of the ordinary. The Eco Lodges combine contemporary style with environmental awareness. The Cottage is a listed 17th century barn conversion which provides a truly Cumbrian sense of place.

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Facilities

  • Licensed café/restaurant serving unique vegetarian menu with a delicious selection of cakes and deserts
  • One of only four puppet theatres in England.
  • Concerts and visiting companies presented year round.
  • A changing program of art exhibitions staged throughout the year.
  • Recently restored 1 mile footpath to the village.
  • Full disabled access to gallery/café/ theatre building
  • Owners live on the premises.

What people say?

I appreciated the very courteous and professional staff. They were very friendly and made us feel right at home...
We had a lovely time here with the kids and they esecially enjoyed the puppet theatre. A really stunning place, highly recommended...
The location is beautiful, just a stones throw from some breathtaking walking routes...

Book your stay

Prices start from £220 per week. 3 day breaks are available at 70% of the full week price. See the guide below for the different options we have available.
You can book online or over the phone and we accept PayPal and all major credit cards.

Barn Owl Cottage

From £400/ per week
  • Sleeps 1-5
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Woodburning stove and Central heating
  • WiFi, TV and DVD player
  • Garden area with a picnic bench
  • Balcony with stairs leading to garden
  • Dogs Welcome
More info & booking

Luxury Lodges

From £440/ per week
  • Sleeps 1-6
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Central heating
  • WiFi, TV and DVD player
  • Private garden with large sun deck
  • Beautiful views of the surrounding country side
  • Dogs welcome
More info & booking

Up-Front Arts Centre & Puppet Theatre

Upfront plays host to regular art exhibitions and theatre performances including traditional puppet shows and music events. Click play to watch a clip of a puppet show or visit the Up-front Arts Centre website.