Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Penrith

Snuggle up in this charming terraced cottage in Penrith. Arthur's Croft sleeps four people in two bedrooms with a pretty garden and many Victorian features. The layout is ideal for families, couples and artists (with space to set up an easel). It's just outside the centre of Penrith and a few minutes stroll from pubs, shops, cafes and other amenities. Penrith is perfect for exploring the North Lakes, Hadrian's Wall, Solway Coast, North Pennines and parts of the Yorkshire Dales. The area is inspirational for artists and outdoor activities.

4 Mell Fell View is a beautiful holiday cottage with fantastic views of Little Mell Fell, Great Mell Fell and Helton Fell that surround Lake Ullswater. The owners have carefully restored the 17th Century property to provide very comfortable accommodation for four people with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is in the quiet Lake District village of Penruddock, close to Ullswater, Keswick and Penrith and within walking distance of the excellent Herdwick Inn. The cottage is dog-friendly and available all year round, providing a lovely holiday home for families, friends and couples. 

South Byre is perfect for families, friends and also couples, and sits in the tranquil picturesque Eden Valley within Cumbria on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park. More quiet than many other parts of Cumbria, guests can enjoy wonderful walks straight from the front door, a plethora of attractions within easy reach and lots of peace and tranquility.

Carleton House is a spacious period holiday home two miles from Penrith and just five miles from Ullswater. It's recently been fully refurbished inside and out to provide very comfortable accommodation for families and friends. It sleeps up to eight people in four bedrooms and is child and pet friendly. The location on the edge of Clifton village is perfect for exploring the Lake District, Forest of Bowland, Yorkshire Dales and Hadrian's Wall. Carleton House is available for holidays all year round. 

Daisypop Cottage is a comfortable Cumbrian holiday cottage for families who want to explore not only the Lake District but who also want access to the North Pennines AONB and the Yorkshire Dales. It's only a stone's throw from the National Park border, 15 minutes from Ullswater and Penrith, and half an hour from Keswick and Derwentwater. The cottage is in the peaceful village of Hackthorpe, within walking distance of the Lowther Castle Estate and Lowther Castle Inn. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms and is dog-friendly, with bookings available all year round.  

East Byre offers flexible self-catering to a high standard of style and comfort in the picturesque Eden Valley on the edge of the Lake District. A quieter less touristy part of Cumbria, the cottage is located in the village of Skelton with wonderful walks on the doorstep and an abundance of attractions within easy reach.

Perfect for families of up to seven (ideally five adults maximum plus children), West Barn offers self-catering of a high standard, both in terms of style and comfort. One of three holiday cottages sitting in the Cumbrian village of Skelton in the beautiful Eden Valley, the cottages offer a tranquil haven away from it all, yet within easy reach of the tourist hot spots of the Lake District.

Sleeping sixteen guests (or twenty using sofa beds), this large 18th Century self-catering retreat is just perfect for large groups, and is located midway between the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. Full of country charm, Fawcett Mill beautifully combines fabulous original features such as a Rayburn range and log fire, with modern comforts including a sauna, seven bedrooms and internet access ensuring the whole party can relax in comfort. Affording a picturesque setting with water falls and a stream running through the grounds, this welcoming holiday rental for large groups is just perfect for walking, cycling, relaxing and catching up with friends and family.

Fieldgate Farmstead is perfect for big groups. Whether you're hosting a family reunion, accommodating guests or a wedding party, or planning to celebrate a milestone event, the late Georgian farmhouse and beautifully converted barn in Bampton near Shap is an ideal destination. There is space for 30 people to sleep in 15 stylish bedrooms, each with spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. The northern Lakeland fells are a favourite for walking and mountain biking. You're close to the River Lowther for fly fishing, and to Penrith, Carlisle, Ullswater, and the Scottish border for sightseeing. The farmhouse can be booked on its own for smaller groups of up to 16 people. 

Meadow View is positioned in a tranquil setting on the edge of the National Park, between Keswick and Penrith, within a small group of similar lodges. It is four miles from the village of Greystoke, with a traditional country pub and shop. This very comfortable Scandinavian style lodge, with a wood burning stove, has floor-to-ceiling windows providing extensive open views over the countryside with Blencathra in the distance. It is a haven for wildlife, including red squirrels, rabbits and many species of birds. 

The Long Barn is a beautifully finished self catering property sleeping up to 5 persons. The bedroom has one double bed and 3 bunk beds. The restored stable stall is still in place and provides a privacy screen in the bedroom. Relax around the large pine farmhouse table in the living/dining room. This room leads into a secluded space, a 'snug' to spill into to pour over maps and plan routes for the coming days.