Title: A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts. ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116726100/116726056/99ea8bb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116726100/116726056/952c827e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116726100/116726056/c3550b0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116726100/116726056/f28c8144.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116730000/116726100/116726056/c56a076d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts. provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts. A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts. This pet-friendly cottage is ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat or families looking for a charming seaside getaway.. 6 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Living room: Smart TV, Electric Fire Dining room. Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Conservatory. Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Back garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the garden.. For railway lovers, Station House offers a rare opportunity to stay in a piece of locomotive history. Originally built as a Station Waiting Room in 1848, this characterful property was converted into a home in the 1930s and has since been sensitively modernised while preserving its original Furness Railway timber structure. Trains pass behind the property but slow significantly as they approach the station, ensuring a peaceful and undisturbed stay. Inside, the inviting lounge features comfy seating and a log-effect electric heater, creating a cosy retreat after a day of exploring. The bright and airy kitchen/diner provides everything needed for a self-catering break, while the charming sun lounge opens onto a private patio, perfect for unwinding with a morning coffee or evening drink. The property offers two well-appointed bedrooms, a double and a twin, along with a contemporary family bathroom featuring a large shower cubicle, toilet, and sink. A further enclosed lawned garden sits at the rear of the property. Nestled in the heart of St Bees on the stunning Cumbrian Coast, this unique holiday home is ideally located at the start of the famous Coast to Coast Walk and within easy reach of the Lake District National Park. St Bees itself boasts a beautiful sandy beach, dramatic coastal walks, traditional pubs, and local shops. The village is also home to St Bees Priory, a historic Norman church with fascinating links to medieval history. Just five miles away, the Georgian town of Whitehaven offers a scenic harbour, museums, and a marina lined with cafés and restaurants. The Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway, a heritage narrow-gauge track, provides a nostalgic journey through the picturesque Eskdale Valley. Further afield, visitors can explore the rugged beauty of Wastwater, England’s deepest lake, or hike iconic peaks such as Scafell Pike. With the scenic Cumbrian Coast Line at your doorstep and an abundance of attractions nearby, Station House is the perfect escape for train lovers, families, and nature enthusiasts alike. Free WiFi One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference prior to arrival). EPC Rating = D As of August 2025, the Cumbrian Coast rail line is not operational between Sellafield and Workington due to engineering works at Bransty tunnel into Whitehaven. A rail replacement bus service is in operation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK49312-UK49312 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.49253%2C-3.59136&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YiM3FyIwpqJyOxJpEvkXJeVL2tE=) St Bees #### What's nearby - St. Bees Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - The Beacon - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles - North Beach - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles - Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway - 25 min drive - 19.1 miles - Buttermere Lake - 50 min drive - 25.5 miles #### Getting around - St Bees Station - 1 min walk #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Dog and Partridge - ‬6 min drive - Barwises Chippy - ‪Cottage Chippy - ‬6 min drive - ‪Frasers - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A Perfect Escape for Train Enthusiasts. located? > Situated in St Bees, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of St Bees Priory Church and St. Bees Beach. Egremont Castle and Egremont Library are also within 6 miles (10 km). St Bees Station is only a 1-minute walk. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question