Box Tree Escapes

Sitting at the edge of Lancashire where the Yorkshire Dales begin to rise, Box Tree Escapes offers something increasingly rare: genuine space for larger groups without compromising on quality. This contemporary lodge sleeps ten across four bedrooms, with enough room in the open-plan living area for everyone to gather without elbowing each other for sofa space. The setting is quietly rural. Fields stretch away from the enclosed patio, and you'll likely spot hares loping across the grass in the early morning, with young pheasants strutting through later in the day. A gated entrance keeps the site secure, which parents of younger children will appreciate, while the lack of passing traffic means genuine quiet once the car doors close. Walk through the front door, and the scale becomes immediately apparent. The open-plan living space flows from a well-equipped kitchen through to a dining area that actually seats ten adults comfortably, then opens into a sitting area dominated by what guests regularly describe as one of the largest televisions they've ever encountered. The four bedrooms split thoughtfully for mixed groups. Two king-size rooms come with their own en-suite shower rooms, giving couples or grandparents their own space. A twin room allows flexible sleeping arrangements for friends or older children. The family room pairs a king-size bed with cabin-style bunks that work for children or adults, keeping younger ones close to parents without cramping anyone's style. Outside is where Box Tree Escapes really earns its keep. The enclosed patio wraps around the lodge, offering multiple seating areas so the group can spread out. The hot tub sits ready for evening soaks under genuinely dark skies, while an outdoor fire pit provides the kind of gathering point that encourages conversation to stretch well past bedtime. The location puts you within easy reach of two distinct landscapes. Head west and you're into the Lake District proper, with Kendal roughly thirty minutes away and Windermere beyond. Turn east, and the Yorkshire Dales National Park opens up, with Ingleton and its famous waterfalls trail within striking distance. Kirkby Lonsdale, one of the prettiest market towns in the north of England, sits just a few miles away.