5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth
Fantastic, late Georgian, detached country house with stunning interiors, luxury finishing touches and large gardens. Good access to both coast and country.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Gas Hob, Electric Range, Microwave, Slow Cooker, American Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher
Bathroom: (3 Steps), Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil central heating, electricity, gas, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner at cost payable to owner one week prior, £100per week or £75 per short break. 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs available on request. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Grounds with woodland and orchard (shared). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a pond in the garden. . Situated in a peaceful, rural location on the fringe of the Lake District National Park, these delightful holiday properties (refs 27273, UKC64 and UKC2221) have lots of character, comfort, charm and original features. The Coach House (ref UKC64) has been carefully renovated into a lovely cottage with an open plan living space on the first floor, to take advantage of the views across the Solway Firth, famous for its fantastic sunsets. Semi-detached with Grooms Cottage (ref UKC2221), this property has been restored in to a wonderful cottage, adjacent to Holly Lodge (ref 27273), off the large shared parking area.
Holly Lodge (27273) is a detached, spacious, 18th-century country house, and has been thoughtfully furnished to a good standard with a profusion of original features, which have been retained and restored. Whilst all three properties are set in substantial wooded gardens, with formal lawns, an orchard and patio areas, each property has their own private sitting-out area. The whole garden is surrounded by countryside and is very private and secure.
Cockermouth, 8 miles, has coffee shops, restaurants, gastro pubs, shops, cycle hire and art galleries. There are theatres in Keswick, Cockermouth and Whitehaven, all within easy reach and hosting musical and theatrical events all year. The small rural village of Aspatria, 2 miles, also has a small selection of shops. There is a public swimming pool in Cockermouth or you can have your own personal indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and steam room (rented by the hour locally, it is recommended to book early), just 500 yards away from the properties. Fly fishing is available with a trout pond in Gilcrux, 2 miles, and the rivers Ellen in Aspatria, and Derwent in Cockermouth. The beach, lakes and fells are just a 15-minute drive away. Horse riding is also available locally. Shops, pubs and restaurants within 2 miles.
Free WiFi
The banister/balustrade height of this property is less than 1m and the gaps between the spindles are more than 10cm.
There is a water feature/pond on the grounds of this property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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
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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
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
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 no 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
Wigton
Located in Wigton, this cottage is in a rural area. Isel Hall and Wordsworth House and Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Arkleby Leisure Swimming Pool and Gilcrux Springs Trout Fishery. Cockermouth Leisure Centre and Spring Lea Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
Arkleby Leisure Swimming Pool - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Derwentwater - 32 min drive - 35.9 km
Lodore Falls - 39 min drive - 43.4 km
Ullswater - 54 min drive - 63.5 km
Lake Windermere - 60 min drive - 67.9 km
Getting around
Aspatria Station - 4 min drive
Carlisle (CAX) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
The Greyhound Inn - 8 min drive
The Bitter End - 11 min drive
Jack's Surf Bar - 15 min drive
Brown Cow - 11 min drive
Moota Coffee Shop - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth on 2 Mar 2026 start from AU$557, 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 5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5 bedroom accommodation in Arkleby, near Cockermouth located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Arkleby Leisure Swimming Pool and within 3 miles (5 km) of Gilcrux Springs Trout Fishery and Aspatria War Memorial Recreation Ground. Brayton Park Golf Club and Isel Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Despite terrible weather we managed a really comfortable stay at Holly Lodge.
Despite terrible weather we managed a really comfortable stay at Holly Lodge. Big comfortable rooms, very well equipped. Just right for our extended family.
House brilliant but no were to walk with our age group
thomas p.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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