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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ainstable, near Carlisle
  • Place, Calthwaite Hall
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Saint Nicholas
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Talkin Tarn Country Park
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable

A beautifully renovated Cumbrian cottage set in a peaceful location with wonderful views.. 1 step to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview Smart TV

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave

Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine

Conservatory.

Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric central heating (£30 winter fuel charge, October-March), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. The Old Dairy Cottage is a charming little cottage which has been completely refurbished in 2023 and retains delightful original features. Converted from an old dairy, the open plan living, kitchen and dining area has exposed beams and a lovely feature in the bedroom is the exposed original stonework. From the garden and conservatory there are wonderful views where you can sit and enjoy whatever the weather.

Set on the edge of the small village of Ainstable there are wonderful walks from your doorstep, along quiet country lanes and along the beautiful River Eden only a mile away. Ainstable is a quiet little Cumbrian village with a local pub and restaurant and just over a mile away is Armathwaite, where you can jump on the Settle to Carlisle railway line, a really beautiful journey. The wonderful Cumbrian countryside is just waiting to be explored from the historical site of Hadrian’s Wall, with its rich history and dramatic landscape, to the majestic mountains and lakes of the Lake District National Park, a World Heritage Site.

A short drive will take you over the border to Scotland, to the beautiful beaches of Dumfries and Galloway and the stunning Solway Coast. The beautiful border city of Carlisle is a short drive away or a scenic trip on the Settle to Carlisle railway line, where you can visit the castle or just take in some retail therapy at some of the high street shops.

Free WiFi



Suitable for up to 1 pet

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

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

Carlisle

Located in Carlisle, this cottage is in a rural area. Solway Aviation Museum and Penrith & Eden Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Calthwaite Hall and Saint Nicholas. The Sands Centre and AMF Bowling are also worth visiting.
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Ainstable, near Carlisle

What's nearby

  • Calthwaite Hall - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Saint Nicholas - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • St Mary's Church - 16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Talkin Tarn Country Park - 17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Hutton in the Forest - 21 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Armathwaite Station - 9 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greggs - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable?

As of 21 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable on 29 June 2026 start from NZ$236, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Calthwaite Hall, Saint Nicholas and Talkin Tarn Country Park. St Mary's Church and Lacy's Caves are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey Gow

We loved the cottage, the location and the fact the local amenities weren't far away.

We loved the cottage, the location and the fact the local amenities weren't far away. The family who run the cottage were great, very friendly and always on hand yo help. We will be going back later this year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Taylor

A cosy, well equipped cottage situated in a quiet, peaceful village.

A cosy, well equipped cottage situated in a quiet, peaceful village. It has everything you could want for a relaxing stay ‘away from it all’. Highly recommended!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Cullingworth

A lovely cottage with very friendly and helpful hosts.

A lovely cottage with very friendly and helpful hosts. The weather was very kind and we were able to take advantage of the garden and local walks. The local shop was well stocked.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage and hosts

Very clean, tidy, homely and comfortable little cottage with everything you need. The bed was Sooo comfortable and we had a lovely stay. Thsnk you so much x
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John Flenley

Excellent little cottage to base our Lake District holiday from.

Excellent little cottage to base our Lake District holiday from. Very friendly owners, cottage has everything you need in it for 2 people. Lots of local walks. Sunday dinner in the Heather Glen hotel, which is walking distance, was very good. Local pub, the Fox & Pheasant, is 1.2 miles away in Armathwaite, nice food and friendly staff, however I do not recommend walking there on the road, which has no footpath, as the local tractors move very fast and consider the entire road their domain! Easy access to the Settle-Carlisle railway via Armathwaite station. There is free parking in the station and many places in the village to park if it happened to be full.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin Craft

Lovely homely cottage, very clean with everything you need for a break away from the hustle and bust

Lovely homely cottage, very clean with everything you need for a break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life it was a bonus to have the conservatory to relax in and watch the birds, cows and sheep. The dog enjoyed sitting and looking out too 😊 Very friendly hosts who gave us lots of information about the local area, and left a lovely welcome pack.Would definitely recommend and we will be back 🧑‍🤝‍🧑🐾

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