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10/10 Excellent
Angela Still
7 July 2025
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Herdwick House - UK42805
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10 out of 10
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12
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Explore the area
Troutbeck, nr Keswick
- Blencathra
- Ullswater11 min drive
- Derwentwater14 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
3 Single Bunk Beds
2 bathrooms
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Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Herdwick House - UK42805
This large four bedroom barn conversion on the foothills of Blencathra is spacious and comfortable making for a great location for your next Cumbrian Holiday.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: 3 x Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Double Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Back garden with courtyard and garden furniture. 2 small dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Herdwick House is a modern barn conversion, recently finished in 2023 and part of the already popular Lowside Farm in the North Lakes near Keswick, already housing six very popular micro-lodges, the owners have now converted two of their barns. Herdwick House is a four bedroom house offering sleeping up to twelve guests with two bathrooms, one on each floor with a large open plan kitchen/diner and separate living room.
Herdwick House is in the shadow of one of the highest and most impressive fells in The Lake District National Park, Blencathra, perched on the lower slopes of Blencathra you’ll benefit from some great walking and cycling routes and amazing panoramic views across the countryside. Lowside Farm is situated just off the A66 which is the main route that cuts through Cumbria, from Penrith in the east and continuing to the west coast. There is easy access to all of the Northern Lake District Fells and much of the stunning scenery this part of the world has to offer. The popular town of Keswick is just 6½ miles away with an abundance of bars, shops, restaurants and nightlife as well as some great tourist attractions and a local market. Pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
Herdwick House (ref UK42805) can be booked together with Tarn Cottage (ref UK42803) to accommodate up to 16 guests.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Small dog/s only allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: 3 x Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Double Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Back garden with courtyard and garden furniture. 2 small dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Herdwick House is a modern barn conversion, recently finished in 2023 and part of the already popular Lowside Farm in the North Lakes near Keswick, already housing six very popular micro-lodges, the owners have now converted two of their barns. Herdwick House is a four bedroom house offering sleeping up to twelve guests with two bathrooms, one on each floor with a large open plan kitchen/diner and separate living room.
Herdwick House is in the shadow of one of the highest and most impressive fells in The Lake District National Park, Blencathra, perched on the lower slopes of Blencathra you’ll benefit from some great walking and cycling routes and amazing panoramic views across the countryside. Lowside Farm is situated just off the A66 which is the main route that cuts through Cumbria, from Penrith in the east and continuing to the west coast. There is easy access to all of the Northern Lake District Fells and much of the stunning scenery this part of the world has to offer. The popular town of Keswick is just 6½ miles away with an abundance of bars, shops, restaurants and nightlife as well as some great tourist attractions and a local market. Pub and restaurant ¾ mile.
Herdwick House (ref UK42805) can be booked together with Tarn Cottage (ref UK42803) to accommodate up to 16 guests.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Small dog/s only allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
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Languages
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Free WiFi
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Parking available
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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
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Located in Penrith, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ullswater and Lodore Falls. Rookin House Activity Centre and Glenridding Sailing Centre are also worth visiting.
Troutbeck, nr Keswick
What's nearby
- Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum - 6 min drive - 8.2 km
- Castlerigg Stone Circle - 9 min drive - 12.1 km
- Ullswater - 11 min drive - 15.5 km
- Derwentwater - 14 min drive - 16.6 km
- Lodore Falls - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Boot & Shoe - 8 min drive
- The White Horse Inn - 3 min drive
- Rampsbeck - 10 min drive
- Horse & Farrier - 5 min drive
- The Royal at Dockray - 7 min drive
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