Merlin’s Cabin

Wallace Lane Farm,
Wigton,
Cumbria,
England

At a glance

Stone barn conversion on a working sheep and dairy farm
Bottle feed lambs in spring
Meet friendly alpacas and ponies
Cosy wood burning stove
Private garden with a hot tub
Suitable for wheelchair users
Woodland and a fairy glen in the grounds
EV charging available
Farm shop on site
Peaceful, rural setting with views towards the sea
Perfect for a family with children
Ideal base for exploring the fells and glacial lakes of the Lake District National Park
Climb Blencathra, visit The Lakes Distillery, and take a cruise across Derwentwater
Just 30 minutes from sandy beaches, salt marshes, and the chance to spot dolphins in the Solway Firth
Easy access to Caldbeck, Carlisle, Cockermouth, Silloth, Keswick, and Threlkeld
Excellent walking and cycling with several Miles without Stiles trails close by

Decorated for Christmas 2026

Accommodation

All ground floor accommodation:
Studio style layout
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining table, and sitting area
Sleeping area with double bed and bunk beds
Shower room with shower enclosure, basin, heated bowel rail, and WC

Facilities

Gas central heating
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and ironing board
WiFi
Smart TV with Freeview

What's included

Fuel and power
Bed linen and towels
Hairdryer
Toiletries
Welcome hamper
The lodge will be decorated for Christmas

Parking

Private parking for 1 car
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Bike storage

Outside space

Decking with furniture, barbecue, and hot tub
23 acres of grounds with woodland, a stream, ponds, and fairy glen to explore
Fire pits available to hire

Children

Children and infants welcome
Travel cot and highchair available

Pets

Three well-behaved dogs welcome
Dedicated dog walk
Warm water dog wash

Need to know

Strictly no smoking
This property is wheelchair accessible
Celebration hampers available to order
On site shop with essentials and fresh eggs from the farm hens
Beach 16.8 miles, shop, pub, and restaurant 2.5 miles

Accessible
Accessible
Accessible
BBQ
BBQ
BBQ
Bed linen
Bed linen
Bed linen
Bike Storage
Bike Storage
Bike storage
Christmas decorations
Christmas decorations
Christmas decorations
Cot
Cot
Cot
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
EV Charging
EV Charging
EV charging
Fridge/freezer
Fridge/freezer
Fridge/freezer
Garden
Garden
Garden
Ground Floor Bedroom
Ground Floor Bedroom
Ground floor bedroom
Ground Floor Accommodation
Ground Floor Accommodation
Ground floor living
Hairdryer
Hairdryer
Hairdryer
Heating
Heating
Heating
Highchair
Highchair
Highchair
Hob
Hob
Hob
Hot tub
Hot tub
Hot tub
Iron
Iron
Iron
Kettle
Kettle
Kettle
Microwave
Microwave
Microwave
Off Road Parking
Off Road Parking
Off-road parking
Oven
Oven
Oven
Shower
Shower
Shower
Toaster
Toaster
Toaster
Toiletries
Toiletries
Toiletries
Towels
Towels
Towels
Tumble Dryer
Tumble Dryer
Tumble dryer
TV
TV
TV
Washing machine
Washing machine
Washing machine
Welcome Hamper
Welcome Hamper
Welcome hamper
WiFi
WiFi
WiFi

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Location

The Lakes Distillery
9.1 miles
Castlerigg Stone Circle
12.1 miles
RSPB Campfield Marsh
12.8 miles
Derwentwater
14.0 miles
Lowther Castle & Gardens
18.6 miles
WWT Caerlaverock
20.4 miles
Wordsworth Grasmere
20.5 miles
Caerlaverock Castle
21.6 miles
Scafell Pike
22.4 miles
RSPB Haweswater
23.0 miles
RSPB Mersehead
24.0 miles
Skelwith Force
24.6 miles
South Tynedale Railway
26.5 miles
Mabie Farm Park
27.3 miles
Stanley Ghyll Waterfall
27.8 miles
Old Man Of Coniston
28.2 miles
Lake Windermere
28.9 miles
Ashgill Force
29.0 miles
The World Of Beatrix Potter
29.5 miles
Vindolanda
33.0 miles
Greenlee Lough
33.9 miles
Housesteads Roman Fort
34.7 miles
Threave Garden & Nature Reserve
35.1 miles
Sizergh
36.7 miles
Silloth Beach
13.3 miles
Allonby South Beach
13.9 miles
Annan Beach
14.2 miles
Maryport Beach
16.8 miles
Siddick Beach
19.4 miles
Southerness Beach
20.6 miles
Parton Beach
24.0 miles
Sandyhills Beach
25.8 miles
St Bees Beach
28.4 miles
Braystones Beach
29.4 miles

Distances are calculated “as the crow flies”, so actual driving, cycling, and walking distances may differ.

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