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Holly House | 2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 3 | Free Parking

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A living room with a grey sofa, a green rug, a flat-screen TV, and a green chair.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, a staircase, and a grey sofa.
A dining table with four chairs, a vase with flowers, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a white wardrobe, a dresser with drawers, a mirror, and a bed.
A coastal landscape with a pebbly beach, waves, and cliffs.

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Whitehaven, Cumbria
  • Place, Richmond Hill Library
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, The Rum Story
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Beacon
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Whitehaven

With a stay at this vacation home in Whitehaven, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Richmond Hill Library and West Cumberland Hospital. .This vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Whitehaven Castle and 1.3 mi (2 km) from The Rum Story.

What's nearby

  • Richmond Hill Library - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whitehaven Castle - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • The Rum Story - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • St Nicholas’ Church Ruins - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • The Beacon - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Corkickle Station - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rugby League Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Upper Crust - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Westminster Cafe Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Haven Cafe - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Holly House | 2 Bedrooms | Sleeps 3 | Free Parking

Welcome to Holly House, a bright and comfortable two-bedroom terraced home in Hensingham, just outside Whitehaven, offering a cosy base for holidays, short breaks and longer stays in West Cumbria.

Sleeping up to three guests, Holly House is ideal for couples, small families and guests exploring the beautiful Cumbrian coast and western Lake District.

With a welcoming living area, modern kitchen, laundry facilities and free parking options nearby, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable stay.

The Property

Holly House offers comfortable furnishings, practical facilities and a relaxed atmosphere, whether you're visiting for a few nights or several weeks.

Bedrooms

The property has two comfortably furnished bedrooms, providing accommodation for up to three guests.

Both bedrooms offer storage for clothes and personal belongings, with fresh bed linen, bath towels and hand towels supplied for all guests.

Bathroom

The family bathroom features a bath with an overhead shower, giving you the choice of a refreshing shower or a relaxing soak after a busy day.

Living and Dining

The welcoming living and dining area provides a cosy space to relax after exploring West Cumbria.

With comfortable seating, a Smart TV and an electric fireplace, it's a lovely place to unwind and enjoy time together.

Guests are welcome to sign in to their own streaming accounts during their stay.

Kitchen and Laundry

Whether you're preparing breakfast before heading out or enjoying a home-cooked evening meal, the kitchen is equipped with:

• Oven and hob
• Fridge freezer
• Microwave, kettle and toaster
• Washing machine
• Cookware, utensils, crockery and cutlery

A small starter supply of essentials is provided, including toilet rolls, hand soap, washing-up liquid, kitchen roll and laundry capsules.

Rear Yard

Guests have access to a small private rear yard during their stay, providing an additional outdoor space.

Parking

Holly House benefits from a private rear driveway suitable for one small vehicle.

Additional free on-street parking is available nearby, subject to availability. Free public parking is also available approximately five minutes' walk away.

Guests travelling with larger cars or vans may find the nearby street parking more suitable.

Guest Access

You'll have exclusive use of the entire home throughout your stay, including both bedrooms, the family bathroom, kitchen, living and dining area, and small rear yard.

Full arrival and access instructions will be provided before your stay.

Exploring the Area

Holly House is situated in Hensingham, just outside Whitehaven town centre, with local convenience stores, pubs, takeaway options and everyday amenities within walking distance.

Whitehaven's historic harbour is a lovely place for a stroll, with cafés, restaurants, shops and attractions including The Beacon Museum and The Rum Story.

The nearby coastal village of St Bees offers a beach, dramatic sandstone cliffs and scenic walks overlooking the Irish Sea.

For those exploring the Lake District, Ennerdale Water offers peaceful lakeside walks and mountain scenery, while Loweswater, Crummock Water and Buttermere are wonderful destinations for walking, sightseeing and enjoying the quieter western Lakes.

Families can also enjoy day trips to Muncaster Castle or the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, while Keswick and the wider Lake District offer even more to discover.

Whitehaven railway station provides connections along the Cumbrian Coast Line, and local bus services connect Hensingham with surrounding areas.

For Working Professionals

Holly House is particularly convenient for NHS staff and professionals working at West Cumberland Hospital.

With two separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine and comfortable living space, it also provides a practical alternative to hotel accommodation for short or extended stays.

The property is well positioned for those travelling to Sellafield, Westlakes Science Park and other major employers across West Cumbria.

Guest Support

We respect your privacy and want you to enjoy your stay independently.

Our friendly, locally based management team is available before and throughout your stay, whether you need help with the property, local recommendations or assistance during your visit.

We're always happy to help while giving you the space to enjoy your stay.

Before Your Stay

Guests are required to complete our disclosed pre-arrival requirements, including accepting our rental agreement and completing identity verification.

Security Deposit and Damage Protection

Before check-in, guests are required to choose one of two options:

• A refundable £150 security deposit, processed as a temporary card pre-authorisation. The hold is released following checkout provided no charges are due.

• A £25 non-refundable damage waiver, covering up to £150 of qualifying accidental damage, subject to the waiver terms and exclusions.

Guests can choose whichever option suits them best. Both options are arranged securely through our guest portal before arrival.

Full check-in instructions are normally provided approximately 24 hours before arrival once all required pre-arrival steps have been completed.

About Your Hosts

Holly House is professionally managed by LLB Property Management, a family-run Cumbrian company with three years' experience.

We've twice been recognised as Property Management Company of the Year through the North West England Prestige Awards.

VAT invoices are available upon request for business stays.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

23968

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