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8/10 Good
Mark Smith
5 March 2026
Entire home
A lovely home from home in a superb location for exploring the town.
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Penrith
- Place, Brougham Castle3 min drive
- Place, St Andrew's Church3 min drive
- Place, Penrith & Eden Museum3 min drive
- Airport, Carlisle (CAX)37 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
A lovely home from home in a superb location for exploring the town.
A lovely home from home in a superb location for exploring the town.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Sofa Bed (Double), French Doors Leading To Balcony. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Quarry Cottage is a lovely semi detached barn conversion set in a quiet area on the fringes of Penrith. A particular feature of the house is the bright and airy living room on the first floor with patio doors opening directly onto the balcony, giving excellent views onto the Eden Valley and the North Pennines. On the ground floor there is double bedroom, bathroom and well equipped kitchen and dining area. Quarry Cottage is delightfully furnished and is the perfect base for you to enjoy, with easy access to and from the M6 making for effortless journeys to the Scottish Borders, Hadrian’s Wall and the Pennines. If you are looking for just a gentle stroll, take a wander into the popular market town of Penrith which has an array of independent shops, delightful arcades and numerous pubs, cafés and restaurants.
On the edge of the Lake District National Park, you can soon be on the shores of Ullswater, or enjoying a scenic ride on the lake’s famous steamers. Fell walkers have an abundance of classic paths from which to choose, from gentle low-level strolls to demanding hikes up Helvellyn. There are numerous castles in the area to explore including the imposing Lowther Castle and Gardens with a huge adventure playground for the kids, whilst Hutton in the Forest has numerous outdoor events including the Wannasee Music Festival which hosts top live tribute bands from all around the world. For a more relaxing day drive into the stunning Eden Valley with its lush green countryside and traditional towns and villages with a trip on the Settle to Carlisle railway which runs through the Eden Valley. This beautiful region has something for everyone.
Free WiFi
Ground Floor:
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Sofa Bed (Double), French Doors Leading To Balcony. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Quarry Cottage is a lovely semi detached barn conversion set in a quiet area on the fringes of Penrith. A particular feature of the house is the bright and airy living room on the first floor with patio doors opening directly onto the balcony, giving excellent views onto the Eden Valley and the North Pennines. On the ground floor there is double bedroom, bathroom and well equipped kitchen and dining area. Quarry Cottage is delightfully furnished and is the perfect base for you to enjoy, with easy access to and from the M6 making for effortless journeys to the Scottish Borders, Hadrian’s Wall and the Pennines. If you are looking for just a gentle stroll, take a wander into the popular market town of Penrith which has an array of independent shops, delightful arcades and numerous pubs, cafés and restaurants.
On the edge of the Lake District National Park, you can soon be on the shores of Ullswater, or enjoying a scenic ride on the lake’s famous steamers. Fell walkers have an abundance of classic paths from which to choose, from gentle low-level strolls to demanding hikes up Helvellyn. There are numerous castles in the area to explore including the imposing Lowther Castle and Gardens with a huge adventure playground for the kids, whilst Hutton in the Forest has numerous outdoor events including the Wannasee Music Festival which hosts top live tribute bands from all around the world. For a more relaxing day drive into the stunning Eden Valley with its lush green countryside and traditional towns and villages with a trip on the Settle to Carlisle railway which runs through the Eden Valley. This beautiful region has something for everyone.
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
About the area
Penrith
Penrith is home to this cottage. Penrith & Eden Museum and Courtyard Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include St Andrew's Church and Penrith Castle. Penrith Leisure Centre and Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre are also worth visiting.
Penrith
What's nearby
- Brougham Castle - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- St Andrew's Church - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Penrith & Eden Museum - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Crafty Monkeys - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
- Ullswater - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Arturo Lounge - 4 min drive
- The Dog Beck - 4 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 4 min drive
- Board And Elbow - 4 min drive
- The Lounge Hotel & Bar - 4 min drive
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Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janice Close
5 February 2026
We had a wonderful 3night stay at Quarry cottage.
Janice Close
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rhianon Coombe
5 February 2026
Fantastic little cottage that's located about a 5 minutes drive away from Penrith town centre.
Rhianon Coombe
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Richard Waldock
5 February 2026
All ok.
Richard Waldock
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet
8 June 2025
Lovely cosy cottage with great views from the kitchen window/doors.
Janet
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jim S.
25 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent experience
Jim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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