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Leisure Guests

Enjoy a stress-free staycation - the best value accommodation in Cumbria

West Point House has 37 bedrooms sleeping 50 people. Situated beyond the Furness Peninsula’s South West coast - Walney Island is an area of outstanding natural beauty in its own right, & only a thirty-minute journey by road or rail into the Lake District National Park – one of Cumbria's UNESCO World Heritage Sites

West Point House offers all its residents’ real comfort and absolute quality. The rooms are pristine, with high thread count bed linen & towels are provided. The lounge is comfortable furnished with a tasteful, modern eye – no swirly carpets here! The kitchen is always available to all, superbly equipped. There is a lovely, spacious walled garden with both dining & lounging furniture – light up the BBQ & have a great evening, relaxing in peace with your nearest & dearest. Children are welcome, parents can rest easy as they play outside. We welcome dogs & our garden suntrap also offers plenty of opportunities for games, adventures, and even a spot of den-building

Chill out on the beach, spend time exploring rock pools, wear the youngsters out with fell walks, enjoy cobweb blowing welly walks & beach combing all on our doorstep! We look forward to welcoming you

So much nature to see

Walney Island is a regular on BBC1’s Countryfile!

The island has two nature reserves - home to an abundance of wildlife; a grey seal colony, ducks, gulls, oystercatchers, & plover aplenty, & owls & falcons!

The recently opened Walney Coast Path, offers 21miles of beauty to ramble along. There are fabulous cycle routes including Morecambe Bay Cycleway, & our very own links golf course with stunning views at every turn

Piel Island with its King (yes, really!), castle & pub, & don’t forget the Dock Museum celebrating Barrow’s world-famous shipbuilding heritage. Further inland explore the twelfth century Furness Abbey

Just beyond Barrow is the South Lakes Safari Zoo, & then check out the stunning coast road to Stan Laurel’s birthplace; Ulverston – taking in Birkrigg Common along the way, enjoy the stone circle & simply stunning views across Morecambe Bay - described by travel writer Bill Bryson as one of the most beautiful places on earth

And finally – how can we forget… Barrow-in-Furness offers a variety of shops – from high street names to quirky independents, including the Last Resort Café (featured in JK Rowling’s Career of Evil)

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  - are we in/near the Lake District (World Heritage Site) ???

West Point House is located on Walney Island – 20 miles (25 minutes drive) to Newby Bridge (the southern tip of Windermere lake)

Fell Foot Park – National Trust / Windermere lake access – 21 miles (25 minutes drive)

Bowness-on-Windermere – 33 miles (50 min’s)

Coniston – 26 miles (50 min’s)

Hawkshead – 30 miles (1 hour)

Keswick – 49 miles (1½ hrs)

Pooley Bridge (Ullswater) – 50 miles (1 hr 35 min’s)

Wasdale Head (Scafell Pike) – 40 miles (1½ hrs)

Hadrian’s Wall (World Heritage Site) – 102 miles (2 hrs)

Barnard Castle (for those in need of an eye test) – 85 miles (1 hr 50 min’s)

Manchester Airport – 108 miles (2 hrs)

​Liverpool Airport – 115 miles (2¼ hrs)

 - & for the price of one night within the National Park – you can stay for a week at West Point House !!!

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Frequently asked questions for leisure guests

Do You have a bar and restaurant?
We don’t have a bar or restaurant. We do however have a large well equipped kitchen that guests can prepare meals for themselves in. There are also some very good pubs in the vicinity; The Crown at North Scale serves great food and if you show your West Point House key fob you get 10% discount, there is also The Ferry located on the promenade which does a fantastic carvery for only £4.99. You are also welcome to bring your own drinks for consumption in the premises.

Are you dog friendly?
We allow well trained and quiet dogs. This must be agreed with management prior to arrival.  We politely ask that dogs are not to be taken into the kitchen or dining room and that you please ensure that you clean up after your dog.

What is there to do on Walney Island and the vicinity?
Walney Island is a fabulous place to explore. The recently opened Walney circuit of the Cumbria Coastal path where you can walk all the way around our island and take in some beautiful scenery. There are also some hidden gems such as The Furness Abbey – a Cistercian monastery dating back 900 years, The Manjushri Centre – a beautiful Buddhist temple with some soul enhancing walks, Walney nature reserve and the Walney Seals, Piel Island and its castle to name a few. The Furness area is a hidden gem of intrigue with plenty to explore.

I am concerned about COVID – how clean is West Point House.
We are fully COVID compliant and have recognition from The National Tourist Organisation that we have processes in place to maintain exceptional levels of cleanliness and aid social distancing. All rooms are fully sanitized prior to your arrival and we have a dedicated housekeeping team that work tirelessly to ensure we uphold standards of cleanliness you would not find anywhere else.

Can I get a cheaper deal if I book directly?
Yes absolutely. Please call us direct. We also offer deals on longer bookings. For further information please contact Rachael on 07769226797.

Do you have storage for bikes?
Yes – we have secure storage for bikes, kayaks and golfing equipment.
 
What is your cancellation Policy?
Our cancellation policy is 24 hours prior to arrival, should you cancel within this time the first night is charged.

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