Woodpecker

ID: S3458

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets 1

Guests say

Woodpecker Cottage receives glowing praise for its peaceful rural setting, spacious and immaculate interiors, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests consistently highlight the comfort of the beds, the well-equipped kitchen, and the secure garden ideal for dogs. The location is perfect for exploring the Lake District and surrounding areas, with easy access to walks and local attractions. Thoughtful touches such as welcome packs are frequently mentioned, though not guaranteed. Minor suggestions include the addition of a washing machine, handrails in the shower, and some extra kitchen items. Overall, guests thoroughly enjoy their relaxing stays and look forward to returning.

Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, with guests describing the cottage as spotless, immaculate, and very well maintained. Only one minor mention of a hard bed, but no significant cleanliness issues were raised.

The location is highly rated for its tranquillity, beautiful countryside, and convenient access to the Lake District, Carlisle, and local villages. Guests appreciate the peaceful setting and proximity to walking routes and attractions.

Guests find the cottage extremely comfortable, with cosy beds, a warm atmosphere, and a relaxing environment. The secure garden and single-level layout are appreciated, especially by those with dogs or mobility needs. One guest found the bed a bit hard, but this was a rare comment.

Facilities are generally excellent, with well-equipped kitchens, en suite bedrooms, and ample parking. Some guests suggested adding a washing machine, handrails in the shower, and a few extra kitchen items, but these were minor points in otherwise positive feedback.

Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs with milk, biscuits, wine, and other essentials. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

A delightful, mid-terrace, ground floor Lake District cottage, one of a group of two in the grounds of High Head Castle Farm, on the owner's dairy farm, 10 miles from Penrith in the Ive Valley. Lovingly converted by the owner, this Lake District cottage is set amidst beautiful rolling countryside and provides first-class holiday accommodation, featuring a woodburning stove and two king-size, en-suite bedrooms. Whilst staying at your Lake District holiday home, why not take a wonderful farm walk? If you can tear yourself away from your superb Lake District cottage, visit Brampton, Penrith and beautiful Ullswater. Note: This cottage is next to Nuthatch, Ref 4560, and together they sleep 6.

High Head Castle Farm is located on a dairy farm in rolling countryside overlooking High Head Castle. Within easy driving distance is the market town of Penrith, which offers a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, restaurants and entertainment. The historic city of Carlisle is within easy travelling distance, as is the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

Accommodation

All ground floor.

Two bedrooms: 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request) with en-suite shower, basin & WC, 1 x king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin & WC.

Cloakroom with basin & WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area & cosy sitting area with woodburning stove.

Oil underfloor heating with woodburning stove in sitting area.

Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, library of books/DVDs.

Fuel & power included in rent.

Supply of fuel for woodburning stove provided on honesty box basis.

Bed linen & towels included in rent.

Cot & highchair on request.

Ample off road parking.

Front patio, small garden with furniture, BBQ & lovely views.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shops 5 miles, pub 2 miles.

Nearby points of interest

  • Brougham Castle

Reviews (79)

  • Sarah

    Clean, spacious and such a peaceful setting. Just what we need for visiting family in the local area.

  • Margaret

    Excellent cottage, exactly as described, comfortable beds, loads of hot water, lovely and clean, a very small thing no frying pan, husband likes his fried eggs for breakfast had to make do with scrambled not a big deal, there was griddle pan and everything else you could need for self catering we would recommend woodpecker cottage and really enjoyed our stay and will certainly return

  • Vishnu

    Shops are only 20 minutes drive. Easy access to lakes and nice scenic place

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