Entire home
3 bedroom accommodation in High Ireby
Cottage in Wigton with kitchen and balcony
Photo gallery for 3 bedroom accommodation in High Ireby





Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area

High Ireby
- Place, Bassenthwaite Lake8 min drive
- Place, Lake District Wildlife Park13 min drive
- Place, Lodore Falls24 min drive
- Airport, Carlisle (CAX)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Single Bed
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
3 bedroom accommodation in High Ireby
A charming cottage of historic and literary interest, decorated and furnished throughout by an interior designer.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, CD Player, DAB Radio, Gas Fire
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, fuel and bed linen provided. Cot and highchair available.. Outside there is a landscaped lawn area and patio leading to open woodland. Private parking for 4 cars.. The Old Stables is situated in the quiet hamlet of High Ireby in the peaceful Northern Fells, but within easy reach of the market towns of Keswick and Cockermouth, Carlisle and the Solway Firth.
The cottage is furnished to a high standard whilst retaining many of its original period features. The property is set in extensive grounds including woodlands and has a private garden with stunning views over the Uldale Fells. The gardens are continuous with the grounds of Ireby Grange Estate and there are no defining borders as a result. Guests are free to walk around the Estate which also includes Binsey Fell. The garden area is a haven for wildlife and the property is ideally placed to walk and explore. There is easy access to Binsey Fell and many other walking opportunities from the door. This property is of strong literary and historic interest. Hugh Walpole based his novels ’Herries Chronicles’ here. Shop and restaurant 6 miles. Pub 1 mile.
The Old Stables can be booked together with Laundry Cottage (ref 119106) to accommodate up to 11 guests.
Towels are not included.
Living room: Freeview TV, CD Player, DAB Radio, Gas Fire
Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, fuel and bed linen provided. Cot and highchair available.. Outside there is a landscaped lawn area and patio leading to open woodland. Private parking for 4 cars.. The Old Stables is situated in the quiet hamlet of High Ireby in the peaceful Northern Fells, but within easy reach of the market towns of Keswick and Cockermouth, Carlisle and the Solway Firth.
The cottage is furnished to a high standard whilst retaining many of its original period features. The property is set in extensive grounds including woodlands and has a private garden with stunning views over the Uldale Fells. The gardens are continuous with the grounds of Ireby Grange Estate and there are no defining borders as a result. Guests are free to walk around the Estate which also includes Binsey Fell. The garden area is a haven for wildlife and the property is ideally placed to walk and explore. There is easy access to Binsey Fell and many other walking opportunities from the door. This property is of strong literary and historic interest. Hugh Walpole based his novels ’Herries Chronicles’ here. Shop and restaurant 6 miles. Pub 1 mile.
The Old Stables can be booked together with Laundry Cottage (ref 119106) to accommodate up to 11 guests.
Towels are not included.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties

THE RETREAT, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Wigton
THE RETREAT, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Wigton
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Microwave
House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 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
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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Dubwath Silver Meadows, while The John Peel Theatre and Derwent Pencil Museum are cultural highlights. Lake District Wildlife Park and Womenrock are also worth visiting.

High Ireby
What's nearby
- Bassenthwaite Lake - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
- Lake District Wildlife Park - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
- Derwent Pencil Museum - 17 min drive - 18.9 km
- Derwentwater - 18 min drive - 22.5 km
- Lodore Falls - 24 min drive - 24.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oddfellows Arms - 11 min drive
- The Greyhound Inn - 12 min drive
- Snooty Fox - 4 min drive
- The Letters Inn - 16 min drive
- The Lakes Distillery - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Cottages.com
Cottages-com is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, curated by our cottage experts. Each collection within the family offers something different, so that all holidaymakers can find the perfect break, wherever it may be and whatever they are looking for.
As our name suggests, we love everything about cottages and cottage holidays. We’re here to help you choose from over 23,000 independently vetted holiday properties, not just in the UK, but across France, Ireland and Italy, too.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback




























