Geltsdale East Wing

4.7★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

20 Customer Review(s)

Roger
January 2025

“We have now stayed in Geltsdale East Wing on a few occasions and it has never failed to meet our expectations.”

An extremely comfortable, spacious, well equipped and well looked after property in a beautiful location.

An extremely comfortable, spacious, well equipped and well looked after property in a beautiful location.

- Roger, January 2025
Paul May 2024

“Unfortunately we had a problem with the hot water system which left us without hot water to the sinks in the en-suites and the shower in one of them.”

With it being a bank holiday, it took 4 days to rectify the problem. It should be emphasised in the listing that the East Wing is totally unsuitable for the disabled or persons with walking difficulties due to stairs access. Although the surrounding grounds and the views are outstanding and meticulously maintained, there is no allocated area to enjoy a glass of wine and outdoor dining on a warm summer evening. (there is one provided for the Garden Cottage and a small shaded area in front of the main entrance is allocated for the East Wing with some furniture - well beyond it’s sell by date) Apart from the above points the accommodation could not be faulted and is highly recommended.

- Paul, May 2024

Although our boiler is regularly serviced and maintained it did develop a completely unforeseen fault at the beginning of your stay. Unfortunately being a bank holiday it did not get repaired until the Tuesday morning and we are sorry you had this experience although you were very understanding of the circumstances. East Wing is a first and second floor apartment so it is assumed that guests will be ok using stairs. The Garden Apartment below is all ground level and would be more suitable for anyone with mobility issues. The outside seated area for East Wing has traditional furniture with cushions provided. It is a sheltered “sun trap” that gets afternoon and evening sun and has been much enjoyed by our guests over the years. Unfortunately the weather during your stay did not allow for this! We do try to make everyone's stay at Geltsdale a thoroughly enjoyable experience but sometimes things can happen that are beyond our control! Property Owner
Paul March 2023

“This is a lovely apartment furnished and maintained to a high standard with delightful views over open countryside and everything on hand for a comfortable and relaxing stay.”

With many country walks around the village and just a short stroll to the village shop, cafe, pub and restaurant we found Geltsdale the perfect location to experience village life for a few days.

- Paul, March 2023

Thank you for your lovely review, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay, we hope we can welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Samantha December 2022

“Perfect family stay in a beautiful apartment with everything needed for a comfortable, relaxing vacation.”

The East Wing is situated in a peaceful and private spot where we enjoyed seeing the far-reaching view and wildlife in the grounds. The apartment is well equipped and tastefully decorated with all of the amenities you could require. Would definitely return and highly recommend.

- Samantha, December 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback and we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future. Property Owner
Nadine August 2022

“We had a fantastic stay at Geltsdale East Wing.”

The property was stunning with gorgeous views and was very well equipped. It was lovely watching the deer play on the grounds and we found a lovely place by the river near by that we were able to sit by whilst the kids played in the water. There is a little park only 5 minutes walk which the kids enjoyed although most days were spend venturing around places like Kendal, Keswick, Windermere etc. There is a Tesco and co op only a short drive away which was handy. We cooked most evenings and found the kitchen had everything we needed and there was a washing machine and dryer which we found very handy with staying a week with 3 children. However we did find the washing machine detergent compartments were very very dirty due to mould build up. I did give it a good clean as best I could but suggest the owners keep an eye on this in the future. The accommodation was very tidy and for the most part nice and clean but we found places like the bathroom floors and tiles could do with a deep clean. Apart from that we couldn’t fault our stay and would definitely return again in the future.

- Nadine, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback and we are pleased you found the cottage ideally based to explore the Lake District and Cumbria. We will certainly keep an eye on the washing machine drawer now we are aware of the issue and have addressed the floors. David and Julia Property Owner
Angela October 2021

“The views from the kitchen diner were spectacular.”

We all felt so relaxed when we left just amazing.

- Angela, October 2021

Thank you for your positive feedback . We love the views too , fantastic sun rises and frequent visit of Deer to the pond are a pleasure to start the day . Hope we see you again soon Property Owner
Nicola September 2021

“We had a wonderful week at Geltsdale East Wing.”

The property was very good, the decor exceptional. Lovely kitchen which was very well equipped. Julia was very friendly and welcoming. It was so nice to be able to wander about the grounds and we saw deer and a fox. Slight problem with the plumbing which the owners had fixed as soon as they could. The only reason we didn't give it 5 stars was that the showers were not brilliant and the hot water was a very slow in the kitchen. But neither was a problem. I would definitely recommend to others.

- Nicola, September 2021

Thank you Nicola , Pleased you enjoyed your stay and location . We will look to upgrade the showers as agreecthe water pressure is sometimes not strong enough . Property Owner
Linda September 2021

“The setting is superb, we loved watching the sunrises and the deer in the mornings.”

I loved the new kitchen and decor in most of the rooms. The large tv was great for watching films at night. If planning to eat in one of the three village establishments I recommend phoning ahead, we very nearly had to do a quick supermarket run on our last evening! I would definitely recommend Wetheral and Geltsdale East Wing.

- Linda, September 2021

Linda , thank you for a great review !! We have refurbished the Cottage with new kitchen , pleased you like it and upgraded the tv in lounge and kitchen . Hope to see you again at Geltsdale Property Owner
Wayne August 2021

“Lovely place to stay, very peaceful.”

Each bedroom being en-suite was a great plus. Very good communication from Sykes with holiday details.

- Wayne, August 2021
Jane July 2021

“From the moment we arrived in this spacious apartment we relaxed.”

The well equipped accommodation delivered on all counts, enabling us to enjoy much needed family time. We loved the view and the grounds and waking every morning with anticipation as to what wildlife we would see - deer, foxes and numerous birds. We left knowing that there was more to discover. A great position for visiting Keswick, Ullswater and the Northern Lakes and for venturing into Carlisle or along Hadrian’s Wall. This is most definitely a place that we will return to.

- Jane, July 2021
Tracy September 2020

“Beautiful accommodation in a lovely setting.”

Perfect for a family get away or for couples on holiday together. Lovely to watch the deer in the grounds at breakfast time. Perfect location for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, Hadrian’s Wall and the Lake District.

- Tracy, September 2020
Karen November 2019

“A lovely apartment set in beautiful grounds.”

Really comfortable for 6 adults. Owners were friendly and welcoming. It’s a great base for exploring and the village has two good pubs for food. Also it’s own train station for exploring further. Lovely find

- Karen, November 2019
Judith August 2019

“The apartment was beautiful.”

Very nicely furnished, superbly equipped, in a stunning setting.

- Judith, August 2019
Terry August 2019

“Accommodation was set in a wing of a lovely country house with glorious gardens.”

Decor was up to hotel standards, although it could do with a touch up or deep clean in a few parts. The bedrooms were excellent, although the bunk room was very narrow. There were really good amenities in and outside the house; for example, badminton rackets and dvds were provided. The accommodation was quite spacious and very quiet, while the views to the rear were superb. We didn't realise just how pretty Wetheral would be. It's a very good base for exploring Hadrian's wall, Carlisle and northern Lake District. Please note that, despite what earlier reviews say, the house does not come with a free pass to a local swimming pool. We paid for this separately and it was extremely expensive - as were the local post office and eating places.

- Terry, August 2019

Thank you for your feedback and for staying at our cottage, we are pleased you enjoyed your holiday. As owners we do pride ourselves on our standards and we regularly upgrade our cottages at the end of the season, this cottage has some decorating scheduled for later in the year. Unfortunately the local hotel stopped providing leisure passes for cottages in 2016 and we have therefore been unable to provide this service since then. We hope we can welcome you back again in the future. David and Julia Property Owner
Jeremy February 2019

“Accommodation was great, David and Julia were very friendly and helpful.”

Views were stunning. Would recommend without reservation.

- Jeremy, February 2019
Tanya December 2018

“Highly recommended”

- Tanya, December 2018
Honor August 2018

“It was a great place to stay.”

We were able to watch deer, rabbits & pheasants from the windows and also to take walks around the grounds & village. The apartment is well set up and decorated & we were very comfortable. The only thing I would emphasise is that there are two flights of stone steps to reach the apartment’s door so make sure all are able to climb them. There’s no lift as it’s a very old house. Beautiful place and no problems with any of the facilities. Thanks

- Honor, August 2018
Diane June 2018

“We have stayed in this property in the past.”

It is a wonderful property with a beautiful backdrop of the hills. It gives access to Northumbria, Lake District, Scottish Borders, Howgills and the Yorkshire Dales which are all a walkers paradise. My main comment about the apartment is that it really needs a "facelift" by being decorated plus some of the carpets particularly the dining area either need cleaning or replacing, likewise sofas were badly stained. Our last stay here was in 2013 and nothing appears to have been replaced/cleaned. The bedroom furniture had tea stains spilled down the front. Whoever does the cleaning for this property needs to give it a "good fettle" as we say in Yorkshire. Although my comments may appear disparaging, it would not stop me from staying here again and I would recommend to others. However, I don't expect to have to start cleaning immediately on arrival when on my holidays.

- Diane, June 2018
Curtis May 2018

“May bank holiday done perfectly”

- Curtis, May 2018
Ian May 2018

“We loved the facilities provided, the views, garden and situation were very good.”

We felt that the kitchen and especially the sitting room were rather tired and the sofas and carpets were needing some tlc. It appears a family were occupying the East Wing for quite a while, which may be the reason. We did not realise their were so many steps to the apartment. All in all though we found our stay comfortable and would if possible choose the garden apartment for a preference for us in any future visits. Thank you.

- Ian, May 2018

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Summary

Over first and second floors
Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor master double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x second floor double with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x second floor twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC, First floor basin and WC
First floor kitchen with dining area
First floor utility
First floor sitting room.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Off road parking for 2 cars
EV charging point charges payable to the owner
Shared garden with seating area and access to 5 acres of grounds
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk.

The property

A luxury three bedroom, three bathroom apartment centrally located in the village of Wetheral.

The apartment enjoys stunning views across the Eden Valley. The village of Wetheral is built above the banks of the River Eden around a picturesque village green.

There are several amenities including a 4* hotel, leisure club, restaurant, church, village shop and Post Office, bowling green and cricket field.

With its beautiful views over the Eden Valley, riverside walks and the Lake District, Scottish Borders and Hadrian's Wall, all within a half hour drive, Wetheral is an excellent holiday location.

A short steep walk takes you past the church and remains of the abbey to the River Eden.

To the east the 19th century viaduct towers above the river with some of the best salmon fishing in the country, further along the river you can view a magnificent waterfall cascading down from Corby Castle, woodland walks leads to the remains of the caves used by the monks in the 14th century. Geltsdale was built as a private house for the Mayor of Carlisle in 1904 in the village of Wetheral, which is recognised as an unspoilt beauty spot.

Geltsdale is in a tranquil setting surrounded by several acres of garden and woodland and enjoys views over the grounds and River Eden to the Castle Carrock Fells.

Geltsdale is approx. 2 miles from Carlisle Golf Course.

Geltsdale East Wing Holiday Apartments

This group of two well-presented apartments boast charm and character, located in the scenic village of Wetheral with much to see in and around the area. Beautifully designed, each retreat comes complete with en-suite bedrooms and boasts nothing less than sophistication from start to finish. The well-equipped kitchen and homely dining area are ideal for resting with your loved ones, where you can enjoy your favourite meals throughout the day. There are plenty of attractive features and accessories from room to room, and you can make the most of the spacious yet relaxing interior. When the weather is pleasant, why not embrace the fresh air, outside in the garden with a refreshing drink - amongst the peace and quiet? With more to see, Wetheral displays beautiful views over the Eden Valley, riverside walks and the Lake District. Scottish Borders and Hadrian's Wall are all within a half hour drive, and promise a wonderful adventure. For more of this, you can also enjoy fishing, golfing and scenic walks to elevate your holiday experience. When booked together, you will be spoilt for choice between the delights of each apartment.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

WETHERAL

Carlisle 5.3 miles.

The village of Wetheral lies five miles from Carlisle in the north of Cumbria. With great transport links, Wetheral has a quaint village green and is overlooked by a restaurant, pub, village shop and tearooms, along with the Crown Hotel. A short steep walk takes you past the church and remains of the abbey to the River Eden. To the east, the 19th century viaduct towers above the river with some of the best salmon fishing in the country. Further along the river you can view a wonderful waterfall from Corby Castle, and woodland walks lead to the remains of the caves used in the 14th century. Carlisle – the Border City – is the main shopping, commercial and industrial centre in the northern half of Cumbria, with a museum, historic tours, and plenty of entertainment for you to enjoy at your own leisure.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We have now stayed in Geltsdale East Wing on a few occasions and it has never failed to meet our expectations.”

“Unfortunately we had a problem with the hot water system which left us without hot water to the sinks in the en-suites and the shower in one of them.”

“This is a lovely apartment furnished and maintained to a high standard with delightful views over open countryside and everything on hand for a comfortable and relaxing stay.”

“Perfect family stay in a beautiful apartment with everything needed for a comfortable, relaxing vacation.”

“We had a fantastic stay at Geltsdale East Wing.”

“The views from the kitchen diner were spectacular.”

“We had a wonderful week at Geltsdale East Wing.”

“The setting is superb, we loved watching the sunrises and the deer in the mornings.”

“Lovely place to stay, very peaceful.”

“From the moment we arrived in this spacious apartment we relaxed.”

“Beautiful accommodation in a lovely setting.”

“A lovely apartment set in beautiful grounds.”

“The apartment was beautiful.”

“Accommodation was set in a wing of a lovely country house with glorious gardens.”

“Accommodation was great, David and Julia were very friendly and helpful.”

“Highly recommended”

“It was a great place to stay.”

“We have stayed in this property in the past.”