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Lake District oak-beamed cottage.Pet welcome. Summer heated outdoor pool.
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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
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Explore the area

- Place, Hutton in the Forest
- Place, Ullswater
- Place, Penrith Castle
- Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lake District oak-beamed cottage.Pet welcome. Summer heated outdoor pool.
This could be your special holiday, or perhaps honeymoon! For a character cottage built in 1753, oak beams, open fire [winter] or heated outdoor swimming pool nearby [summer] with wonderful countryside to explore - on national cycle route 71 if you're feeling energetic - and excellent local pub and village shop. What are you waiting for?
A charming traditional 18th century oak-beamed Lake District holiday cottage that offers superior self-catering accommodation for up to four people. Children age 7 years+ and dogs are welcome.
The cottage is situated in the non-tourist Lake District village of Greystoke, which has a castle (closed to public) but large parkland grounds are open for walking; racing stables; heated outdoor swimming pool; post office-cum-general store and a telephone kiosk. The cottage has free wifi access. Private garden [secure for dog[s]; patio and garden furniture. Lockable garage plus a car port. On national cycle route 71. Electric car point two mins walk away.
This self-catering cottage, which welcomes pets, is in an ideal location with easy access to Penrith, Keswick and all Lakes and Fells. With local pubs providing excellent food, this Lake District holiday cottage is available all year for rentals, and short breaks, including weekend getaways. Please note, short breaks are not usually available during Easter and Christmas holidays. However, please make an enquiry and we will do our best to accommodate you. Perfect for restful cottage holidays but also suitable for the more active Lake District holidays of walking, cycling, swimming, sailing, golf, pony trekking or general sightseeing.
An open log fire plus electric fires, plus overnight storage heaters.
Pets welcome - there is a £20 supplement per dog per week/short break
Short breaks are £110 per night - MINIMUM 3 NIGHT STAY
Free wifi
Fridge
Microwave
Electric cooker
Colour TV with iPlayer, ITV Hub and You Tube.
Radio
Beds made up and ready for your arrival, plus the provision of one bath towel and one hand towel per person - all included in price
All heating and hot water costs included in price
Log fire
No meters
Private garden with garden furniture and secure for a dog.
Parking for two cars [one lockable garage and one car port]
Two bedrooms: one with a double bed, one with two singles
Children aged 7 years and over
Welcome pack
Holiday rental periods normally start on a Saturday at 2 pm but whenever possible arrangements are made to suit individual requirements for your holiday or weekend break.
Non-smokers only.
Lawn and flower beds are maintained by local gardener and a nearby handyman overseas high standard of maintenance of the cottage.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Children aged 7 years and over
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Dogs allowed, £20 per dog.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Penrith
Located in Penrith, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eden Valley and Ullswater. Rookin House Activity Centre and Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain climbing.

Greystoke, ENG
What's nearby
- Hutton in the Forest - 6 min drive - 7.8 km
- Rheged - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
- Ullswater - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
- Penrith Castle - 10 min drive - 13.0 km
- Lowther Castle and Gardens - 15 min drive - 21.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- The Rooster - 7 min drive
- Boot & Shoe - 2 min walk
- The Royal Hotel Penrith - 7 min drive
- The Dog and Gun Inn Skelton - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Owner
I have been making my cottage available to visitors in the Lake District for over 20 years and know how important it is to maintain very high standards. My attention to detail ensures that you will have an enjoyable and comfortable stay in Foxglove Cottage.
Walkers, cyclists, general holidaymakers [and their dogs] are very welcome.
Walkers, cyclists, general holidaymakers [and their dogs] are very welcome.
Why they chose this property
Foxglove Cottage is oaked beamed and oozes character and charm. It was built in 1753 and the names of the original owners are carved in stone over the front door. It is meticulously maintained by a local gardener and cleaning agency.
The cottage is in an ideal location, being easily accessible to fells and Lakes [for great walks and amazing views], local towns and tourist centres.
In summer, the village has an outdoor, heated swimming pool [in Church Road].
An ideal stop for cyclists on the National Route 71.
There is a car port and a lockable garage. The garden is secure for dogs.
Nearby there are great local pubs which serve excellent food. One of them is just a few minutes walk away.
Caring dog owners are welcome.
The cottage is in an ideal location, being easily accessible to fells and Lakes [for great walks and amazing views], local towns and tourist centres.
In summer, the village has an outdoor, heated swimming pool [in Church Road].
An ideal stop for cyclists on the National Route 71.
There is a car port and a lockable garage. The garden is secure for dogs.
Nearby there are great local pubs which serve excellent food. One of them is just a few minutes walk away.
Caring dog owners are welcome.
What makes this property unique
If you're looking for something special, something different, you will find it at Foxglove Cottage. It was built in 1753 and the names of the original owners are carved in stone over the front door. The walls of the cottage are very thick [warm in winter and cool in summer].
In summer you can enjoy a cool drink in the private garden, or on the patio, and in winter you can enjoy the magic of an open log fire in the warmth of the oak-beamed cottage.
In summer you can enjoy a cool drink in the private garden, or on the patio, and in winter you can enjoy the magic of an open log fire in the warmth of the oak-beamed cottage.
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