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✓Detached coastal house with three floors (ground, first, second) and 600 square foot living space
✓Private parking on-site with 8 spaces available
✓Electric central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity and WiFi included in the rental
✓Three fully equipped kitchens, one on each floor, each with electric oven, electric hob, microwave, and fridge/freezer
✓Utility room on ground floor with washing machine and tumble dryer
✓Large main living room on ground floor featuring a large open fire and no TV
✓Dining room/conservatory with panoramic sea and garden views
✓Games room on first floor with pool table that converts into air hockey table, table tennis table that doubles as dining table, other games, and Smart TV
✓9 bedrooms total: 3 on ground floor, 4 on first floor, 3 on second floor
✓Bedroom 1 (ground floor) with zip and link kingsize bed (can be 2 singles on request) and en suite with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Bedroom 2 (ground floor) with double (4ft 6in) bed
✓Bedroom 3 (ground floor) with zip and link kingsize bed (can be 2 singles on request) and shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
✓Bedroom 4 (first floor) with double (4ft 6in) bed and en suite with cubicle shower and toilet
✓Bedroom 5 (first floor) with four poster kingsize (5ft) bed
✓Bedroom 6 (first floor) with zip and link kingsize bed (can be 2 singles on request)
✓First floor bathroom with bath and toilet
✓Bedroom 7 (second floor) with double (4ft 6in) bed and en suite with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Bedroom 8 (second floor) with super kingsize (6ft) bed
✓Bedroom 9 (second floor) with double (4ft 6in) bed
✓Two additional shower rooms on second floor, each with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓One step to main entrance; 10 steps in garden leading to direct beach access
✓Private hot tub for 6 people located on enclosed patio at rear of property
✓Large lawned gardens with garden furniture and patio area
✓Bike store available on-site
✓Sea fishing available on-site
✓Golf course (Seascale links) within walking distance
✓Nearby attractions include Muncaster Castle (10-minute drive), Drigg beach and sand dunes (about 1 mile), Dalegarth to Boot narrow-gauge steam railway, Scafell Pike mountain, and various outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, kayaking, paddleboarding, ghyll scrambling, and climbing
✓Welcome pack provided on arrival including initial basket of firewood
✓Additional firewood available for purchase at £30 per bag payable to owner
✓Bed linen and towels included for all guests
✓Two travel cots available for babies
✓Security deposit of £750 required
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓Pets allowed with a maximum of 4 pets; charges apply
✓Check-in after 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Original architectural features present throughout the property
✓Panoramic sea views from many bedrooms and stunning sea views from the top of the property
✓Train station nearby for easy transport access
✓Suitable for special occasions, family reunions, large group holidays, walking and cycling groups, and Christmas stays

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Local Insights: The Beach House At Whinthwaite

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Seascale, Cumbria

Weather & Local Conditions

13°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:57am

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12.90°C

Temperature

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4 km/h

Wind Speed

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73%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

The Beach House At Whinthwaite sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

18m

(59 feet above sea level)

The Beach House At Whinthwaite sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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18m

Elevation

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Seascale

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Seascale are typical Cumbria lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 54.3971100° N | Longitude: 3.48469° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Seascale (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:55am

Sunrise

7:44pm

Golden Hour

8:44pm

Sunset

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3:55am

Sunrise

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8:44pm

Sunset

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7:44pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:44pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Seascale, you have approximately 16.81 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at The Beach House At Whinthwaite.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Cumbria. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About The Beach House At Whinthwaite

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

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