10/10 Excellent
Prabhu
Travelled with partner
21 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prabhu
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
A modern ground floor apartment, surrounded by all that Cumbria has to offer.
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area
Shap, near Penrith
- Shap AbbeyPlace, Shap Abbey10 min drive
- UllswaterPlace, Ullswater25 min drive
- Lake WindermerePlace, Lake Windermere40 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)Airport, Carlisle (CAX)51 min drive
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About the area
Penrith
With a stay at this cottage in Penrith, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Eden Valley. .This cottage is 12 mi (19.3 km) from Ullswater and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Shap Abbey.
What's nearby
- Shap Abbey - 10 min drive - 3.3 km
- Lowther Castle and Gardens - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 15 min drive - 20.3 km
- Ullswater - 25 min drive - 36.4 km
- Lake Windermere - 40 min drive - 49.6 km
Getting around
- Burneside Station - 19 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
- The Strickland Arms - 7 min drive
- Mill Yard Café - 8 min drive
- The Greyhound Hotel - 12 min walk
- Café Lowther Castle - 11 min drive
- The George Hotel - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A modern ground floor apartment, surrounded by all that Cumbria has to offer.
A modern ground floor apartment, surrounded by all that Cumbria has to offer.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Rear garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ideally situated between Keswick, Kendal and Kirkby Stephen in an unspoilt tranquil location. 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.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
A public EV charging point may be found in the car park opposite.
There is a covered bike shelter in the corner of the car park.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Rear garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ideally situated between Keswick, Kendal and Kirkby Stephen in an unspoilt tranquil location. 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.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
A public EV charging point may be found in the car park opposite.
There is a covered bike shelter in the corner of the car park.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which has a kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Towels provided
Outdoor areas
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Single level property
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 9:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
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A modern ground floor apartment, surrounded by all that Cumbria has to offer. Reviews
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9.4
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10/10
Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities