Situated on the vast and beautiful Underley Estate, nestled in the heart of the Lune Valley, is The Old Laundry, a gorgeous rural retreat for two. It offers luxury accommodation and stunning views of the grounds, the wildlife, and the hills beyond, enjoyed from the many windows or the outside courtyard garden.
The hot water tubs and washboards in wooden frames of yesteryear are long gone. Today, they are replaced with fabulous cottage-style furnishings, coupled with modern equipment and luxury facilities throughout, to provide a superb and comfortable holiday.
We highly recommend The Old Laundry, for romantic getaways or a base for couples to explore the region.
The building's layout is open-plan, but the owners cleverly and subtly subdivided the area to form the bathroom, bedroom, living room, and kitchen areas. Several windows line the side of the building to flood the accommodation with natural light while maximising the views. It really is fabulous!
The Underley Estate benefits from approximately 1.5 miles of private water on the picturesque River Lune, including pools such as the Broken Banks and Catamaran. Guests can try fly fishing on the River Lune, which is renowned for salmon in September and October and sea trout during the summer. Fishing is by prior arrangement; an additional fee and tackle can be hired on the estate.
If fishing isn't your thing, you can try clay pigeon shooting or perhaps explore one of the many walks and footpaths over the fields and through the woods (a map of the estate is available in the cottage). Many of the walks are only accessible to guests staying on the estate.
To make your stay that little bit more special, add a food hamper to be delivered to your cottage for your arrival.
ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY
Open plan kitchen & Living area:
There is a gas hob and electric oven, a washer/dryer, a dishwasher, a fridge and freezer, a microwave, a kettle, a toaster, a sink, and plenty of cupboard space. There is also a two-seat dining table for a romantic meal.
Comfy two-seat sofa and armchair, Freeview Smart TV, gas "wood-burning" stove.
Bedroom: Super King-size double bed with luxury bedding, bedside tables, wardrobes and a chest of drawers and Smart TV.
En-suite bathroom: Walk-in shower, bath, twin basins and luxury Bath House soaps.
Outside: gravel courtyard garden, patio with a bistro-set table and chairs. BBQ is a kamado bbq. Charcoal can be purchased from the estate office
THINGS TO NOTE:
Bed linen, towels, bathrobes, luxury bathhouse soaps and a starter supply of essentials are provided.
Gas central heating is throughout, and a gas "wood-burning" stove is in the living room.
WiFi throughout and good mobile reception.
Arrivals are welcome any day of the week in low and mid-season, subject to a minimum of a two-night stay.
Arrivals are on Monday or Friday in peak season.
Up to three dogs are welcome, charged at GBP25.00 per dog. Additional dogs may be accommodated subject to size and breed; please enquire before booking.
Please note that dogs are not allowed on the furniture, to include the bed.
The Forge Gym: A private micro gym with the latest fitness equipment is available to guests, but booking is required.
BBQ is a kamado bbq. Charcoal can be purchased from the estate office
Because the produce in the food hampers is locally sourced, food hampers cannot be added to your booking within 5 days of arrival.
Food, wine and flowers are for illustrative purposes only.
Activities such as fishing and clay pigeon shooting must be arranged directly with the Underley Estate office.
A permissive path avoids most of a section of road walking heading towards Kirkby Lonsdale.
Shooting Season: Please note that arranged shoots take place during the day on the estate from October through January, subject to bookings. During this time, and depending on weather and wind direction, guests might hear gunshots in the distance. Unfortunately, we are unable to advise guests of dates when shoots might take place.
