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With a large enclosed garden this family house is great for spending time with kids before venturing

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Living room | The Rockery - Rockery Cottages, Shap, near Penrith
Living room | The Rockery - Rockery Cottages, Shap, near Penrith
Snug | The Rockery - Rockery Cottages, Shap, near Penrith
Dining room | The Rockery - Rockery Cottages, Shap, near Penrith
Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Enjoy the area

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Shap, near Penrith
  • Popular LocationLowther Castle and Gardens9 min drive
  • Popular LocationUllswater16 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhinfell Forest18 min drive
  • AirportDurham (MME-Teesside Intl.)103 min drive

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

With a large enclosed garden this family house is great for spending time with kids before venturing

With a large enclosed garden this family house is great for spending time with kids before venturing out into the beautiful Eden Valley.. Ground Floor:
Living room: With wood burner, Freeview TV and DVD player.
Snug: With Freeview TV, DVD player and Wii.
Dining room.
Kitchen: With electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher.
Boiler room: With washing machine.
Separate toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: With kingsize bed and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet.
Bedroom 2: With kingsize bed and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet (Jack and Jill shared with bedroom 5).
Bedroom 3: With double bed.
Bedroom 4: With 3 single beds.
Bedroom 5: With single bed and en-suite with shower cubicle and toilet (Jack and Jill shared with bedroom 2).
Bathroom: With roll top bath, shower cubicle and toilet.. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack.. Large enclosed garden with patio, decking area, garden furniture and BBQ oven. Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars, additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There are unfenced drops in the grounds.. The Rockery, refurbished in 2023 with a water feature standing proud in the front garden as you arrive, is ideally situated between Keswick, Carlisle and Penrith in an unspoilt tranquil location and is perfect for large families and groups of friends holidaying together. Situated in the village of Shap, known locally as the ‘Gateway to the Fells and Lakes’, being on the eastern edge of the Lake District National Park and close to the second largest lake in the Lake District - Ullswater. The village offers a wide range of amenities including a good selection of pubs, shops, a public outdoor heated swimming pool, a children’s play area and tennis courts.
The Eden Valley provides superb walking and cycling, and the Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales are easy to visit too. The atmospheric, rugged area of Haweswater, 8 miles, has a viewpoint for golden eagles, pretty villages and bustling market towns abound, with a lively calendar of farmers’ markets and county shows. There is plenty of local produce to purchase or enjoy in the many restaurants and pubs serving regional favourites. There is also excellent road access to the historic border city of Carlisle with its castle and museum, and Hadrian’s Wall, a World Heritage Site, has interesting exhibitions to visit. The Northumberland National Park and southern Scotland are both within an hour’s drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
The Rockery can be booked together with Primrose Cottage (UK1039) to accommodate up to 12 guests.

There are drops in the garden.
Only dogs allowed at the property.

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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Fireplace

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

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Smoking

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Penrith

This cottage is located in Penrith. Penrith & Eden Museum and Courtyard Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Shap Abbey and Lowther Castle and Gardens. Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre and Kennedys Fine Chocolates are also worth visiting.
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Shap, near Penrith

What's nearby

  • Shap Abbey - 2 min drive
  • Lowther Park - 7 min drive
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Ullswater - 16 min drive
  • Whinfell Forest - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 19 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Abbott Lodge Jersey Ice Cream - 8 min drive
  • Lowther Castle & Gardens - 10 min drive
  • The Queens Head Inn - 10 min drive
  • The George Hotel - 9 min drive
  • Crown Inn - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is With a large enclosed garden this family house is great for spending time with kids before venturing pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at With a large enclosed garden this family house is great for spending time with kids before venturing?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at With a large enclosed garden this family house is great for spending time with kids before venturing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is With a large enclosed garden this family house is great for spending time with kids before venturing located?

Situated in Penrith, this cottage is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Shap Abbey and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lowther Park and Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre. Lowther Castle and Gardens and Orton Community Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karl T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in shap
Excellent location.property was roomy and spacious. There were 8 adults one child and 2 dogs and we all had plenty of space.wpuld reccomend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Beautiful place, very comfortable with everything you could need.
Beautiful place, very comfortable with everything you could need.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Lovely property with a kitchen that has everything you could think of.
Great property. 5 people do have to share the main bathroom if you have full occupancy but there is another toilet downstairs. Comfy bed, large rooms, tastefully decorated. Large back garden and near to some lovely walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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8/10 Good

Marilyn

Lovely big cottage for all the family.
Lovely big cottage for all the family. Good location with shops nearby and plenty of dog friendly places to eat. Cottage is lovely but could perhaps do with a bot of TLC.
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8/10 Good

Lovely cottage, well equipped & in a lovely location.
Lovely cottage, well equipped & in a lovely location. Nice walk from cottage to the Abbey, would recommend the chip shop, handy co-op round the corner. My dog enjoyed the walks & the log fire ?. Plenty of family games to choose from, kitchen had everything we needed.

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