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RIVEN OAK, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Levens

Cottage in Kendal with kitchen and fireplace

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

5.0 out of 10
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House
  • Place, Bowness Pier
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

En-suite 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

RIVEN OAK, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Levens

This barn conversion rests in the Lyth Valley near Levens in the Lake District and can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.

Riven Oak is a wondrous barn conversion nestled in the Lyth Valley near Levens in the Lake District, Cumbria. Hosting four ground-floor bedrooms, including a king-size with en-suite shower room, a king-size and two twin rooms, along with a ground-floor bathroom, sleeping up to eight guests. There is also a first-floor open-plan living space with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area, along with a utility. Outside there is a large enclosed lawned garden with outdoor furniture and private parking. Riven Oak makes a fabulous choice for a family break to the Lakes.

Amenities: First-floor utility

Washing machine, tumble dryer,

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

FreeSat TV, DVD player, CD player, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent.

Bed linen and towels inc. in rent.

Cot and highchair provided.

Private parking.

Large, enclosed lawned garden with outdoor furniture.

Three well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.8 miles, pub 1.8 miles.

Note: Logs for woodburning stove available locally.

Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.

Note: This property does not accept stag/hen parties.

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: Lying at on the edge of the Lake District National Park is the delightful Cumbrian village of Levens. Set on a high promontory in the beautiful countryside, Levens is home to a local Post Office, convenience shop and a pub, Hare & Hounds, providing all your self-catering needs. A little further north is the bustling town of Kendal, home of the famous mint cake, and packed with plenty to enjoy from restaurants and cafés to traditional pubs and inns, as well as Kendal Castle, local museums, and Kendal Golf Club.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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

About the area

Kendal

Located in Kendal, this cottage is in the mountains. Levens Hall and Gardens and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lakeland Maze Farm Park and Kendal Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Parkside Road or Cartmel Racecourse. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District

What's nearby

  • Lyth Valley - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 8 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Bowness Pier - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 11 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Grange-over-Sands Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ring O' Bells - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Miles Thompson (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Low Sizergh Barn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Romney's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brew Brothers - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is RIVEN OAK, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Levens pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at RIVEN OAK, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Levens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at RIVEN OAK, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Levens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is RIVEN OAK, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Levens located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lyth Valley, Winster Valley and Whitbarrow. Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve and Levens Hall and Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

5.0
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2.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

5.0/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Beth F.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Really needs updating, bedrooms and bathrooms particularly. Beds and pillows were awful, sticky tables, dirty utensils, even make up on the towels. Smelt damp and musty. No more than 2 showers before it ran cold. Location ok and quiet despite being in amongst neighbours. Lots of ticks on the dogs after every local walk so be careful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Craig M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house has a lot of potential but you are distracted by the terrible cleanliness of the property & poor maintenance. Which I see has been raised in previous reviews but its obvious this has not been actioned.There was dust everywhere, dirt & hair in the bath, debris on lounge floor, the outside picnic table was falling apart, etc.Would not recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Reverse-level accommodation.

Four ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 2 x twin.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

First-floor open living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Range with gas and electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher

What makes this property unique

First-floor utility

Washing machine, tumble dryer,

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

FreeSat TV, DVD player, CD player, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent.

Bed linen and towels inc. in rent.

Cot and highchair provided.

Private parking.

Large, enclosed lawned garden with outdoor furniture.

Three well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.8 miles, pub 1.8 miles.

Note: Logs for woodburning stove available locally.

Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.

Note: This property does not accept stag/hen parties.

Languages:

English