The Heronry in Carwinley near Longtown | Pet Friendly Cottage Break

About The Heronry

Single-storey. One super-king-size bedroom with TV and en-suite stand-alone bath, double shower, basin, and WC. Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area

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Need To Know

✓Electric underfloor heating
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer
✓Freeview tv, dvd player with selection of dvds, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen, towels, and dressing gowns included in rent
✓Off-road parking
✓Non-enclosed patio area with seating and hot tub, further seating area with lighting by the beck
✓One well-behaved pet welcome
✓Sorry no smoking
✓Shop and pub 3.4 miles, river 3.2 miles
✓Note: welcome pack on arrival
✓Note: please let owners know if you will be celebrating a special occasion at the heronry
✓Note: hot tub is emptied, cleaned and re filled between each booking it may not be at the optimum temperature for your arrival

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Local Insights: The Heronry

Unique information you won't find on booking sites

Longtown, Cumbria

Weather & Local Conditions

11°C

Mainly clear

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:48am

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10.60°C

Temperature

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9 km/h

Wind Speed

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91%

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 Heronry 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

40m

(131 feet above sea level)

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

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40m

Elevation

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Longtown

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 Longtown 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: 55.0472321° N | Longitude: 2.9344822° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

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

3:49am

Sunrise

7:46pm

Golden Hour

8:46pm

Sunset

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3:49am

Sunrise

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8:46pm

Sunset

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7:46pm

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 (7:46pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Longtown, you have approximately 16.95 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 Heronry.

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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The Heronry Reviews

Allison

The Heronry is a beautiful cottage with fantastic views onto the local river. We were lucky enough to see the heron and the kingfisher several times during our stay. The location of the cottage is ideal for some superb hiking around the local Northumberland land marks, of which we managed to do several. Its within easy travelling distance of Kielder Forest which makes for another good day out. Our hosts were very welcoming and friendly without being overbearing which is good and they were very responsive to any feedback or requests we made we had some delicious eggs from the resident hens! During our stay the hot tub was replaced which was completed swiftly and without much hassle to us although sadly the new tub wasnt hot enough for us to try before we left, but this was compensated by the huge bath in the property and some lovely wine from our hosts! There were a couple of areas that could have improved our stay, the kitchen lacked a good multi purpose kitchen knife. This might sound trivial but as we have a very reactive dog we cant eat out when away so cook every evening meal at base. We did manage with the bread knife that was there in a fashion, it certainly didnt spoil our stay. The other thing to mention was the cobwebs in the high ceilings there were quite a few both in the kitchen and above the bed, again it didnt spoil our stay but as a very frequent user of Sykes properties it stood out. Lastly we just wanted to mention the bed, huge and spacious as it was, the mattress was very soft, offering little support during your sleep, this of course is personal preference but something to consider reviewing. Overall we had a great week at The Heronry and would love to return in the autumn to see the change in the picture windows and atmosphere of the place. Wed also like to say an extra thanks to Jared who was on hand during our stay via text and was very good at keeping us up to date with the hot tub renewal process.

We had a lovely stay at the Heronry, stunning countryside views & very peaceful. The barn is maybe a little worn in a place or to but very warm, cosy & comfortable. We would definitely stay again.

Absolutely loved our stay at The Heronry, certainly has the wow factor as soon as you walk in. Stunning views throughout the property, extremely spacious and equipped with everything needed to make our stay comfortable. The grounds are extremely clean and tidy with lots of wildlife to see. We booked this property as close to Gretna where we were getting married. Perfect place to chill and relax. Dog friendly too.

If you looking for a relaxing getaway this is the place. The views are fantastic, the accommodation is hispec. It's a lovely place for couples to spend quality time together.

Estelle

What can I say, this place is beautiful, peaceful and a wonderful place to come and stay and relax! Close to explore various different areas whether in England or Scotland! We were warmly welcomed, check in and out was very smooth and friendly. The Heronery is gorgeous, the views across the river and fields are so scenic to look out onto every day, didnt close the blinds once to enjoy it every day!

The Heronry is such a beautiful place to stay. The views are stunning, we spotted many varieties of birds, and even woodpeckers sat in the tree right next to the window. We were in awe. Watching the squirrels from the hot tub on our first day was truly something special and just knew we were going to love our stay. Thank you Pauline for the warm welcome and Jared for the lovely communication.

Beautiful place! Beautiful views! I will definitely come back!

When booking for this break, our requirements were simply somewhere peaceful, quiet and relaxing and The Heronry ticked all of those boxes. From falling asleep to the sound of the running water from the brook below, to having a coffee in bed overlooking the gorgeous trees it really did make us feel so relaxed we didnt want to leave. The property is so beautifully decorated and we instantly felt at home as soon as we walked in. We cannot wait to stay again and recharge our batteries!

What a fabulous place, the view from every room takes your breath away, everything was perfect. In Dubai, this would be classed as 7 star, its that good. go find out for yourself. we intend to go again next month.

What a lovely place to spend a few days. The Heronry was modern and unique with the picture windows looking onto the river and the hot tub amongst the trees. We loved it!

The Heronry was a lovely place to stay, comfortable and spacious with sounds of birds and babbling brook. The picture windows in every room looking out on to trees and brook were a treat and almost made it feel as if you were outside all the time. A most enjoyable stay.

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The Heronry, Longtown

About The Heronry

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

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

What Guests Love

Getting To The Heronry

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Heronry Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

The Heronry Reviews