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Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 450 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Main bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley

Location, location, location. If you are looking for a truly rural location with breath-taking views then this is the cottage for you. From Lake Ullswater, to the open fells of the Glencoyne valley to the wooded slopes rising up to Sheffield Pike, the location of this cottage cannot be rivalled for its beauty, tranquillity and habitat. Wildlife to be seen daily include, red squirrels, woodpeckers, deer, badgers and a multitude of birdlife. The mid terrace, stone cottage has been refurbished, retaining its wealth of character including flagstone floor, beamed ceilings, wood burning stove and wealth of local timbers which all help make this a cottage that is sure to be enjoyed by all those fortunate enough to stay here.

The accommodation comprises of:
•Entrance porch.
•Open plan living area with cosy wood burning stove, TV and DVD player.
•Dining area leading to-
•Kitchen equipped with electric oven and hob, fridge, washing machine and microwave.
•Steep open tread stair case to first floor:
•Double bedroom with superb views to the fells.
•Children’s room with built in bunk beds, suitable for children over 5 years due to the stairs.
•Compact shower room with hand basin and WC.
•All electrics, water and bed linen included.
•Night storage electric heaters.
•On street parking on a private track.
•Garden with garden bench and view to the lake.

•Sorry but no pets
Apologies to those travellers with pets, but due to my daughter's acute allergy to dogs we cannot accept pets at the cottage.


The unmade track upto the secluded cottages is approximately 1/2mile long. Please drive with care to avoid any mishap.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please ensure no outdoor footwear is used upstairs
Please leave all the wall heaters switched on at the wall when leaving. Heating cannot be controlled remotely if they are switched off.
Before using the log-burner please familiarise yourself with the instructions. The grate and ash collection tray must be cleaned out before leaving.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penrith

Located in Penrith, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ullswater and Lake Windermere. Glenridding Sailing Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Glenridding, ENG

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Glenridding Sailing Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 24 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Derwentwater - 28 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Lodore Falls - 34 min drive - 36.9 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 22 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Horse and Farrier Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fellbites - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Royal at Dockray - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The White Horse Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$175, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy, romantic fellside cottage hidden in the Glencoyne valley located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ullswater and within 3 miles (5 km) of Glenridding Sailing Centre and Aira Force. Place Fell and St. Sunday Crag are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 103 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake District hideaway

Amazing quaint little cottage with Fantastic views of hills and lake the red squirrels were an added bonus, couldn’t of wished for a better location and wished we had longer there will definitely think of going back sometime
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful little cottage

Fantastic location for hikes from the front door. Very small but everything we needed. The long driveway was a bit of a challenge for our car but well worth it to be in a tranquil spot away from the main road. Overall a perfect little cosy cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosemary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Property as described, perfect for the two of us. Everything we needed. Charming terrace in a delightful, remote location Access road, as described, so make sure you have a robust car. And get your bearings first time before dark. Loved the walk from the door, up the fells
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage in a perfect location

Lovely cottage, well-equipped. Wonderful position for walking straight from the cottage, and the valley with its birdsong and red squirrels is a joy. The track up to the cottage has some slightly challenging moments for a standard small car that’s low to the ground, but we managed fine. Overall, a magical cottage in a magical setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glencoyne Valley Cottage Review

This is a superb cottage with great views and hiking opportunities. The owner, Leon, is very responsive and helpful. I was delayed in my arrival to the cottage and Leon helped me with driving directions to the cottage given over the phone while I drove well after midnight in Cumbria.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

We stayed as a family of four for a week. Stunning location with incredible views. The house is an old miners cottage which has been tastefully refurbished with everything we needed and feels like you’ve gone back in time. The kids loved watching the local wildlife including red squirrels and a wide variety of birds. The house was positioned well and a great base to explore the Lake District.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Seldom Seen Cottage

We had a really good time at the cottage, with the multi-fuel stove proving a real bonus during the chilly evenings. We used logs which lit up within a few minutes - no problem. We loved the location and the walk down to Glen Ridding and never used the car once during our stay! Kevin & Magda
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saskia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem!

We loved staying at Seldom Seen; what a gem! Quiet and peaceful; we saw a woodpecker, 2 red squirrels and many birds in the garden. We did some nice hiking (even up to the Sheffield Pike from the cottage) as well as horse riding. And we went to the travellers rest for some nice pub food. Once more thank you so much! We will definitely recommend your place to anyone wanting to visit the Lake District 👌.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage

Property was clean and comfortable. Nice little garden. Lovely view and we saw red squirrels in the garden. We booked for 3 adults not realising the children's room actually had small beds. Luckily the guest staying in that room was not tall. Other than that we had no problems and we had an enjoyable few days staying in the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

brilliant location

What a beautiful location and lovely little cottage. We were worried about the size of the bunk beds as we didn't realise they were not full size but my daughter and friend (5'11" and 5'9" found them very comfortable). The track up to the house was more of a problem. Glad our car has lots of clearance - a small car would not have managed those pot holes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

usama k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location, Beautiful cottage,

Cottage is located in beautiful Location in very quiet place. Beautiful Small Cottage with good and Clean amenities, Nice and clean Small Sitting room including clean sofa and kitchen on Ground floor. Two Bedroom located on first floor. One bedroom got very small bunk bed which is not suitable for adult other bedroom got very beautiful view thru window. Nice and cozy warm bedroom. Bathroom was small and clean. Warm water supply required in bath. Overall very good Cozy cottage. Recommended for couple and family with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Return visit.

For me this is a very special place. This was our third visit. Mark was very helpful and easy to contact. This place is a true peace haven full of wild life and nature. There is only one issue and that it says for 4 adults. If the adults don't mind sleeping in bunkbeds and are around 5ft 5" there is no problem. Other than that it was a wonderful holiday with so much to see and do at our fingertips. We were also .blessed with absolutely fantastic weather. Thanks Mark and Leon for a most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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Escape to the Lakes

Absolutely loved our 3 night stay during May half term with our two daughters aged 8 and 11. The cottage is small as expected, but very charming and well equipped. We loved the seclusion and amazing views of the mountains and Ullswater. The girls loved watching the red squirrels and walking amongst the sheep. During our stay we did a 5 mile round trip walk to the Aira Force waterfall, which was easy going and well worth avoiding the busy car park there. We also drove 30 mins to Ambleside and took the boat to Bowness on Windermere where we had lunch overlooking the lake. So much more we could have done with more time, but also just so relaxing pootling around the cottage. Wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mooie locatie, met oog voor detail ingericht

Prima verblijf, mooi terras en leuk ingerichte kleine woning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glencoyne Valley Cottage

Wonderful location and very cosy cottage with wood burner. Ideal for walks into the hills. Would love to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

James E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The only issue we had is the bunk beds are about 5'10" in length.

As stated bunk beds are very short. Also I booked as two adults and a child, but the second adult was my son as he's 16, but they'd made up the double bed and only one bunk bed. No a major problem, but just make sure you're clear.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptionally appointed

The cottage was exceptionally well appointed in an area of outstanding beauty. Perfect for access to Glenridding and Ullswater. We had an idyllic stay - thank you so much and thank you for all the communications. Lucy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Really nice place, would stay again. Perfect for quick access to the Lake. Patio area is a welcome addition. Liked it a lot
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PETER G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic

Lovely and tranquil with breath taking views of Ullswater
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Isolated, perfect ☺️

No trouble at all. Lane to drive up ok, property immaculately clean and highly organised. Very impressed. Owner Mark attentive and very efficient. A wonderful week. The birds in the garden a delight.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sultan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We had a great, relaxing stay. The hosts had thought of everything. The location was excellent and we would definitely love to revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Stefan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gemütliches Cottage in einem wunderschönen Tal

Das Cottage ist eines von 7 in einem langgezogenen Gebäude und hat einen eigenen Gartenbereich. Ullswater/Glenridding ist fußläufig erreichbar. Die Einrichtung ist sehr gemütlich, die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter war prima: immer gut erreichbar und sehr hilfsbereit. Die Tipps und Beschreibungen sind sehr genau, aber auch genau zu beachten (Handtücher sind mitzubringen, Schlüsselkasten nicht leicht zu finden). Parken schwierig, da wenig Platz und nicht pro Cottage reserviert/markiert.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorien B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prachtige lokatie in authentiek huisje

Een erg gezellige cottage in een prachtige omgeving. Schoon en volledig ingericht.😃
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cabin In Beautiful location

For the most part, this is a great place to stay, though it has some quirks that visitors should know about in advance. The location is absolutely stunning and very peaceful and it is a great base for hiking around Glenridding. The road up to the cottage is pretty rough and narrow, but it is passable (and very beautiful). The cottage itself is cozy. The owner sent detailed and helpful instructions before we arrived which were very helpful. The owner did want us to bring our own towels, which was a bit inconvenient because we do not live in the UK but might not be an issue for most visitors. On the whole, this was great value (much cheaper than other 2 bedrooms in the area) and a fabulous location for exploring the Lake District. I would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heavenly location

A charming period cottage, sensitively updated and very well-eqipped. Fantastic location near Ullswater north of Glenridding. The track to the cottage is rough, but the worst bit is just after the cattle grid - if I could get up it in a 1967 MGB, cars with normal ground clearance will have no problem! The new patio area has extensive views and there were 15 species of birds in the garden as well as the red squirrels. The kitchen had all we needed to cook all week and the cottage stayed cool in the unusually hot weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mark Johnstone

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Why they chose this property

A cosy little cottage set amidst a breath taking setting. The eight cottages are set on the fellside, remote from any other dwelling or road. At night the lack of lighting allows for remarkable views of the night sky.

What makes this property unique

Simply an idyllic unspoilt location, far from the busy villages and towns. Quiet location to enjoy nature at close quarters and see the sky at night.

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