MALLARD COTTAGE, family friendly, with pool in Penrith

Mallard Cottage near Penrith, Cumbria sleeps six guests in three bedrooms.

The living areas in this reverse-level property consist of a first-floor open-plan living space with kitchen equipped with gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge and dishwasher, a dining area with seating for six guests and a sitting area with TV. The bedrooms all reside on the ground-floor and consist of a double with en-suite shower room, a twin and bunk, along with a first-floor bathroom. Outside there is an enclosed garden with lawn, and private parking for one car. Within 8.1 miles you will find a shop and within 1.3 miles, a pub and please note that this is a pet-free and non-smoking property. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. A travel cot is also available. Mallard Cottage is a lovely base for your next getaway in the Lake District. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am.

Amenities: Gas central heating. TV, DVD, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot available. Private parking for 1 car. Enclosed garden with lawn. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 8.1 miles, pub 1.3 miles. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am

Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Town: The bustling market town of Penrith, once the capital of Cumbria, enjoys a central position between the Lake District, the Westmoorland Dales and North Pennines and is ideally placed for taking in all that the region has to offer. Renowned for its wealth of specialist shops, the sandstone buildings of Penrith hide intriguing yards, lanes and alleyways, with a myriad of attractive cottages, gardens and little shops. With a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, Penrith also offers a museum, and Millennium Trails round the historic city streets. Within easy reach of the town is Rheged – an innovative visitor centre with shops, restaurants, exhibitions and a giant cinema screen showing educational and informative films. Brougham Castle, Brougham Hall (The Windsor of the North), Lowther Castle and Gardens, Long Meg and her daughters (the 3rd largest stone circle in England) and the historic city of Carlisle are all a short drive away, as is the stunning scenery of both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.