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Traditional Lake District cottage in peaceful location

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Penrith, Cumbria
  • Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum
    9 min drive
  • Ullswater
    13 min drive
  • Blencathra
    13 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    59 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Traditional Lake District cottage in peaceful location

Middle Farm Cottage is a 17th century farmhouse set in the quiet, hamlet of Mosedale in the beautiful countryside of the Northern Fells in the Lake District National Park. Recently renovated the cottage has a traditional, cosy feel with great views across the valley. There is a fully equipped fitted kitchen with washing machine, a separate dining area, and a sitting area with WiFi, TV and DVD. One bedroom with double bed and en-suite wetroom with walk in shower.
Situated in a rural area at the foot of Carrock Fell, and near Blencathra and Skiddaw there are many great walks setting off from the doorstep or go wild swimming in the nearby river or Bowscale tarn. Nearby pubs, The Mill at Mungrisdale (1.5 miles) The Old Crown at Hesket Newmarket (5 miles) serve food and drinks. A quiet location but just a short drive to Keswick, Derwent Water, Ullswater, Thirlmere and Bassenthwaite lakes. Perfect for those who want a peaceful base from which to explore the beautiful Lake District
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Blencathra. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a living room
  • Free WiFi
  • 13 minutes by car from Ullswater and 8 minutes from Rookin House Activity Centre
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Penrith cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Jim

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Cottage Cottage
Cottage Penrith
Cottage Cottage Penrith

Traditional Lake District cottage in peaceful location Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for the lakes
A lovely spot for our two night stay. Quiet and off the beaten track, but not hard to get to, cosy and well-appointed. An excellent gastropub nearby and a short drive to the attractions in the lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
A great cottage which provided everything we needed. Beautiful and peaceful location. A fantastic visit
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P., Middle River

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical setting and beautiful cottage
I highly recommend this cottage when visiting the Lake District. Everything was just as described, host was welcoming and cottage was clean/cozy. 5 stars all around!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina v., Micanopy, Florida, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lake District
We had a wonderful time. The cottage was very nice, in the country, close enough to trails and town. We ventured out every day to a new trail in a new location. THANK YOU for providing such a nice cottage. My husband especially liked watching the lambs playing in the field across the road.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage and location
Lovely clean property, well equipped and warm. Ideally located for walking and exploring around the Keswick area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliott G., Saint Paul, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic English country experience near Keswick
We thoroughly enjoyed our four-night stay at Middle Farm Cottage - it offers an authentic rural English cottage experience in a beautiful setting, at an affordable price, and within just 15 minutes of Keswick. The cottage was clean, spacious, and charmingly decorated, and Jim was a responsive and helpful host. We highly recommend this charming accommodation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic cottage in a peaceful and tranquil rural location. The cottage was clean, comfortable and very well equipped. The milk in the fridge and biscuits on the table were a lovely and kind gesture from our host. I would rate this property 10/10.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean N., Au Gres, Michigan. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Scenic, quiet, wonderful cottage
Of all the VRBOs we have stayed in over the years..nothing, in my mind, can compare to this! The cottage itself was so clean, very well stocked with necessaries and the surroundings are the most incredibly beautiful I have ever seen! We so totally enjoyed our stay, and though the weather was quite chilly and wet, we were snug and warm inside the cottage. We rented a car and I must say, the narrow winding roads , the roundabouts and driving on the left side of the road were rather terrifying at first, but we gained courage after a couple of days and managed to get our rental car back to Penrith unscathed. Other than that everything was perfect. We walked in the area, visited a few nearby pubs where the food was excellent. We especially enjoyed the Mill House in Mungrisdale and the Old Crown in Heskit New Market..both a short drive away. I can't wait to return. I am a handspinner and knitter and I was totally in my element here with the thousands of sheep everywhere. I wish I could go back for 3 months with all my equipment. I would bury my grandchildren in woollen knits!! Thank you, Jim for the most enjoyable stay we have ever had..anywhere. We loved it beyond measure!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen W., Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing wedding anniversary break
We stayed in this pretty cottage from 1st to 5th April, to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The cottage has everything you need for a relaxing break, the milk and biscuits were a welcome surprise. With a great suntrap garden and beautiful views over the surrounding fields of sheep and lambs, and the mountains, it is perfectly positioned for visits to both Keswick and Penrith. If you decide to book this cottage, you will not be disappointed, it is really lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet
Just what we wanted. Views for miles.very quiet.very clean cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location so peaceful
Idea base for exploring. Accommodation was adequate with equipped kitchen and comfortable living area and reading matter. Bathroom spacious but not fully disability friendly as no grab rails or shelving in shower so needing to put shampoo etc on shower floor. Also shelf above sink which I managed to hit my forehead on when brushing teeth. Also no Wifi at property and mobile signal poor at times. Peaceful sitting area outside but car parking was interesting as we have large estate car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely wee cottage!
We had a terrific time staying at middle farm cottage. The view is spectacular and the cottage is so cozy and clean. Location is beautiful. The only thing that would make it better is WiFi for quiet nights in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cottage was a quiet, clean and well equipped place to stay. Very well designed layout and excellent facilities for disabled access. We had a lovely time and wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just "Perfect"
An absolute treasure for peace and quite loving couples who want a base when exploring the Lakes. Loved every minute of our stay and will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Our stay here couldn’t have been better. The cottage is cozy, clean and in a quiet surrounding. We loved walking there, going to Keswick or the Lakes. Checkin was easy and uncomplicated, nothing to complain about! Would really love to visit the cottage again! Nathalie & Stefan
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it!
The stay was wonderful. Very lovingly furnished apartment. Enough equipment for cooking. Magnificent nature for hiking. Thank you very much Jim!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricard P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Muy acogedor y recomendable para pasar unos días en el Lake District
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022