Book Post Office Cottage in Dufton, Lake District

Post Office Cottage is set in the quiet village of Dufton, 18 km from Brough Castle and 19 km from Brougham Castle. The nearest shops are in Appleby, a 1-1.5 hour walk each way or a short drive. The Stag Pub sits across the village green, open every evening, and the Post Box Pantry cafe operates next door from 10 am to 4 pm.

The holiday home offers three double bedrooms, one with an en suite bathroom, and a second bathroom shared by the other two bedrooms. The living room has a flat-screen TV with Netflix, while the kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, and oven. Outside, guests have a large lawned garden and private off-street parking.

The Stag Pub serves food and beer, with Monday evenings featuring Micky's pizza van parked outside for dining in the pub garden. No food is available on Monday evenings from the pub kitchen, but the pizza van provides an alternative. The Post Box Pantry cafe offers breakfast and lunch options every day from 10 am to 4 pm.

The cottage is a popular base for Pennine Way walkers, with High Cup Nick accessible directly from the village. The village remains silent until after 10 am when only occasional farm vehicles pass by. The location also provides easy access to the A66 and M6 motorways for further exploration.

Guests consistently rate the cottage as very clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, with hairdryers provided in all bedrooms. The steep stairs are noted in reviews, and no ground-floor toilet is available. The property is pet-friendly and accepts dogs, with soundproof rooms and key access for security.

Location: Quiet Dufton village, 18 km from Brough Castle

Rooms: Three double bedrooms, one en suite

Dining: Stag Pub across green, Post Box Pantry cafe next door

Outdoor: Direct access to High Cup Nick and Pennine Way

Amenities: Large lawned garden, free parking, pet-friendly

Practical: Key access, soundproof rooms, fire extinguishers