Christian Holiday Cottage, Cumbria – The Perfect Peaceful 4-Bed Escape

Christian Holiday Cottage, Cumbria — By the Sea

This Christian holiday cottage, Cumbria, is a beautifully restored 200-year-old former coach house, tucked away in a quiet coastal hamlet where the Lake District meets the sea. This spacious four-bedroom home sleeps eight — two rooms with king-size beds, plus a double and a small double — and you’re just a couple of minutes’ walk from a peaceful, uncrowded beach.

With the Lake District only 35 minutes away, there’s plenty to explore, but many guests come simply to slow down and rest in God’s presence. It’s a genuinely restful spot for clergy and church workers who rarely get the chance to switch off.

Beyond the beach, Morecambe Bay is a haven for birdwatchers, with wading birds gathering on the mudflats at low tide, and the ancient Aldingham Motte and St Cuthbert’s Church — said to have sheltered the body of St Cuthbert on its journey from the Danes — are both a short stroll away for anyone who enjoys a quiet walk with a sense of history. Furness Abbey and the historic town of Barrow-in-Furness are also within easy reach for a day out beyond the cottage.

Ulverston itself is well worth a visit too, with its Thursday and Saturday street markets, independent cafés, and a lively calendar of local festivals through the year, including a well-loved lantern procession each November. It’s also the birthplace of Stan Laurel, of Laurel and Hardy fame.

Many clergy and church workers who stay here tell us how much they value the total change of pace — no packed itinerary, just sea air, log fires, and proper time to read, pray, and rest. If you’re looking for a genuinely peaceful Christian holiday cottage away from the busyness of ministry, The Beach House is built for exactly that.

Perfect for:

Clergy and church workers in need of proper rest
Small groups or extended family holidays (sleeps 8)
Coastal walks, birdwatching, and Lake District day trips
A quiet half-term break or personal retreat by the sea

Whether it’s a family half-term getaway or some much-needed personal rest, this Christian holiday cottage, Cumbria, is ready whenever you need it.

Location

The Beach House, Aldingham, Cumbria
How to get here:
By car via the A590 and the coastal A5087, passing through Ulverston. Aldingham is a small hamlet on the Furness peninsula facing Morecambe Bay — a car is recommended, as public transport in the area is limited.
Nearest Town:
Ulverston

Local Area

Aldingham is a peaceful hamlet on the Furness peninsula, facing out across Morecambe Bay, with the fells of the Lake District close by.

Here are just a few highlights of the local area:

A quiet sandy beach, two minutes’ walk from the door
The Lake District National Park , around 35 minutes by car
The historic market town of Ulverston, with its Thursday and Saturday street markets, cafés and pubs

Local Church: Bethel the Lakes — run by the owners from the house next door to The Beach House. Do ask about service times when you enquire.

Facilities

SLEEPS 8
4 BEDROOMS
2 BATHROOMS
WIFI
OFF-ROAD PARKING
WASHING MACHINE
LINEN & TOWELS INCLUDED
SEA VIEW
RURAL / COUNTRYSIDE SETTING
TWO MINUTES’ WALK TO THE BEACH

Additional Photo

A cosy living room with two armchairs, a green sofa, a round rug, and a cushioned bench. Large windows and a door let in natural light. There are books, plants, and wall shelves for decor.

Modern kitchen with white cupboards, a built-in oven, striped tea towel, toaster, teapot, flowers, and bread on the worktop. A lamp and large gold vase with flowers are on the right side.

A grey kettle and toaster sit on a worktop with two teacups and saucers on a tray, next to a vase of pink flowers, against a white tiled splashback.

A wooden dining table with cupcakes on a white stand, four chairs, a lamp, framed artwork, a bowl with fruit, and a fridge in a cosy room with a staircase.

Cosy bedroom with a bed featuring colourful floral bedding, a built-in white wardrobe and desk, a silver desk lamp, framed art on the wall, and a round window with grey curtains letting in natural light.

A cosy bedroom with a wooden bed, grey and yellow pillows, a checked blanket, bedside tables, a window with greenery outside, and a tray with cups on the bed. A towel hangs near a small white basin area.

A cosy bedroom with a double bed, grey bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, dark curtains, a window with a view of greenery, a chandelier, carpeted floor, and framed pictures on a beige wall.

A vintage purple sofa with assorted cushions sits next to a matching armchair. A green plant is placed in a recess, and stone accents are set in the white wall behind the seating area.

A cosy bedroom with a grey bed, green blanket, wooden wardrobe, dark wood mantelpiece, and a wall painting above. Carpeted floor and a small table are also visible.

A bathroom with a bath, glass shower, window with a potted plant, white tiled walls, and a patterned rug on the floor.

A compact bathroom with a toilet, a small basin, a mirror above the worktop, a towel hanging, and potted plants for decoration. The space appears clean and well-organised.

Aerial view of green fields and grazing sheep beside a wide, sandy riverbank, with a village in the distance under a clear blue sky.

Aerial view of a sandy beach with gentle waves, bordered by lush green fields and scattered trees under a clear sky. There are a few buildings near the edge of the fields.

View of a sunlit beach and calm sea under a partly cloudy sky, framed by green leafy trees and plants in the foreground.

Two decorative model sailboats with striped sails sit on a white windowsill. Outside the window, a garden with greenery, a stone wall, and part of a car are visible. Bright natural light fills the scene.

Costs

£1,175 per week (High Season) / £1,075 per week (Low / Off-Peak Season)
Clergy Discount: Yes — please mention when enquiring.

Availability

Available all year
Arrival and Departure times: Please contact owner to discuss
Booking arrangements: Please contact owner directly to book
Pets: No

Contact the Owner

Name:
Tracey
Address:
The Beach House
1 The Old Coach House, Aldingham, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9RT
Telephone Number: +44 7886 214863
Email Address: thepurplebuck@gmail.com
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The Beach House, Aldingham, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9RT