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Ulverston 4.9 miles. Driftwood Cottage is a stunning and contemporary holiday home, nestling on the shore overlooking Morecambe Bay, in Baycliff near Ulverston, Lancashire. Ideally located for beachcombing and carefully appointed throughout to provide bright and airy accommodation. This home rests on the southern edge of the Lake District National Park and is perfect for families wishing to enjoy the seaside location. On arrival at Driftwood Cottage, you’ll find private, off-road parking through a gated entrance where you can park up. Making your way through the enclosed garden, you can take a moment to enjoy the uninterrupted views of Morecambe Bay. Stepping inside through the floor-to-ceiling patio doors (the ideal spot to set up the telescope and focus on the local wildlife), you’ll find the property is single-storey, making a great base for a multigenerational families. The open-plan living space greets you, fitted with a sleek design, and lovely and bright to make the most of the scenery encompassing the property. Here, you’ll have everything you need for a self-catering stay including a fully-equipped kitchen, a dining table and breakfast bar, and a sought-after woodburning stove which is more than welcome on those chillier evenings in addition to the wonderful underfloor heating. Three well-presented bedrooms invite you to rest after a day by the sea; two are king-size, one of which with an en-suite shower room, and a 4’ double provides spaces to rest before another adventurous day. Outside this Baycliff cottage by the sea is a walled garden with direct access to the beach, sun loungers and a fire pit, sure to be the social hub of the home on warmer days and a quiet oasis otherwise. The quiet village of Baycliff is just a short walk away and has a good pub serving excellent food, and a large playpark for children. Ulverston is a short distance away, offering a convenience store and eateries, whilst there are many close by beaches and walks. With the tip of Lake Windermere and Coniston being just 14 miles away, this coastal cottage near Bardsea is a perfect base for exploring the Lake District and visiting the popular villages of Ambleside, Bowness and Grasmere. For younger visitors, there is the South Lakes Animal Park and the Aquarium of the Lakes, both of which are popular with animal lovers too. The bustling town of Ulverston is just a scenic drive away, offering some excellent restaurants and shops, as well as a colourful calendar of festivals, including a Dickensian and Flag Festival, where you’ll find a wonderful town atmosphere. The town also has The Laurel and Hardy Museum, a perfect pick-me-up on a wet day. This beachside cottage near Bardsea is a little gem to be enjoyed all year; book Driftwood Cottage today!