We are an agency with over 30 years experience in the self catering holiday cottage market. We have a selection of cottages, pods and shepherd huts, some dog friendly and some with hot tubs. We pride ourselves on our friendly, personal service to our guests and look forward to welcoming you to one of our cottages.

Talkin Tarn is in an area of natural beauty surrounded by countryside, woodland walks and Castle Carrock Fell. The tarn itself has a circular walk of 1.3 miles passing through woodlands and the Boathouse Café and Gift Shop where you can enjoy a coffee or lunch al fresco overlooking the tarn. Subject to license fishing, paddle boarding, canoeing and windsurfing are available on the tarn. A footpath leads from the tarn to the village of Talkin with country pub serving delicious meals, there is also Brampton Golf Course with bar and restaurant within a short walk or a 5 minute drive takes you to Brampton with shops, cafes, takeaways, pubs and restaurants. The area is surrounded by historical sites including Carlisle Castle and Cathedral, Lanercost Priory and tea rooms, and perhaps the best known is the World Heritage Hadrian’s Wall. Being just off the A69 and a 20 minute drive from the M6, Talkin Tarn is easily accessible which also makes exploring the whole of Cumbria easy with Lake Ullswater, the Solway Coast, Scottish Borders and Newcastle all less than 1.5 hour drive. Waters Edge nestles close to the shores of Talkin Tarn and has uninterrupted views across the garden and tarn. With its own private garden area, the cottage is in the grounds of the former Tarn End Hotel, now converted to 12 luxurious cottages in a tranquil setting. The cottage, for 2, is perfect for a romantic break at any time of year or to celebrate a special occasion in an area of outstanding natural beauty and tranquillity. Park your car in the car park and wonder down the path towards Waters Edge where the tarn views appear in front of you. Once inside the warm and cosy cottage, marvel at the view through the picture windows in front of you to the tarn, relax on the comfy sofas in front of the Smart TV and wood burning stove. Equipped with everything you will need to rustle up a delicious meal which can be enjoyed at the dining table or on the decking, both overlooking the tarn. As...

Located in the grounds of the former Tarn End hotel on the shores of Talkin Tarn a natural beauty spot close to Hadrian's Wall, Lanercost Priory, Brampton and Carlisle