The Coach House | Kirkoswald | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.8★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

43 Customer Review(s)

Tony
November 2024

“Very comfortable property representing excellent value for money.”

Well equipped cottage in a great location for exploring the nearby countryside on foot (two great dining pubs in the village) and further afield (including the Lake District) by car. Hosts Alex and Sasha very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

Well equipped cottage in a great location for exploring the nearby countryside on foot (two great dining pubs in the village) and further afield (including the Lake District) by car. Hosts Alex and Sasha very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.

- Tony, November 2024
Peter September 2024

“Lovely cosy cottage, owner Sasha asked if we required the heat turned on but it ...”

Lovely cosy cottage, owner Sasha asked if we required the heat turned on but it was not required as the cottage was so warm One thing peshould know there is no washing machine not an issue with us but some may require the need

- Peter, September 2024
Anne June 2024

“Very comfortable little cottage, well maintained.”

The bedroom is in the attic space and can be very hot after a sunny day as the velux windows shouldn't be opened if there's a chance of rain. Phone signal and internet is very intermittent

- Anne, June 2024
Cliff May 2024

“A cosy and unique place to stay.”

Having a spiral staircase, skylights and a forest are the kind of things that make for memories! The owners were quick to help when we had a query or two.

- Cliff, May 2024
David April 2024

“Was an absolutely lovely area to spend a couple of weeks.”

Quiet and tranquil with lovely owners.

- David, April 2024
James September 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay at the Coach House.”

It was very comfortable and welcoming. Great location and village.

- James, September 2023
Ann August 2023

“Was greeted by the owner of the cottage which was very welcome, and was shown round the cottage.”

Shame we wasn,t allowed to walk in the woods which we thought we could, sure i saw it in the info. Every thing there that you needed,TV a good size, Plenty of hot water plus a brilliant shower. The only down side, and its just me, there were too many cob webs in the cottage, a phobia of webs and spiders, but i do know its in the country and it happens. All in all a lovely cottage to stay for a break.

- Ann, August 2023

Hi Ann, thank you for your lovely review and so glad you enjoyed your stay. Our listing does specify that the enclosed outdoor area offers views over the adjoining woodland and pond, but as we mentioned to you on your arrival, unfortunately we cannot allow guest access due to insurance reasons related to the large ponds. We do our very best to keep the cottage clear of spiders cobwebs but unfortunately new ones do appear on a daily basis in this rural location. Property Owner
Richard August 2023

“We spent a wonderfully relaxing few days in this cosy little cottage.”

Our holiday wish list consisted only of reading, walking the dog and sleeping, and this lovely, peaceful little place was the perfect location for hunkering down and doing just that. The cottage is clean, tidy and well appointed, with walkers/dogs in mind (drying space and a spacious hard floored entrance hall).

- Richard, August 2023
Roger August 2023

“Lovely location for visiting the Lakes, Carlisle and the dales - or even cross the border into Scotland.”

Comfortable and quirky layout. Friendly and helpful hosts.

- Roger, August 2023
Paul July 2023

“Excellent cottage well maintained well equipped and comfortable very pleased with all aspects and considering revisiting.”

- Paul, July 2023
Kathleen June 2023

“Lovely comfortable cottage with everything we needed.”

Loved the bedroom !

- Kathleen, June 2023
Carol June 2023

“Stayed from 2 to 9 june.”

Had a lovely week staying at the coach house. This is a lovely cottage that is much bigger inside than it looks from outside. Very clean and nicely decorated. The surrounding area is very quiet and peaceful. Would definitely stay here again

- Carol, June 2023
David May 2023

“Nice place to stop.”

Ideal for a relaxing . Lovely pubs nearby. Great for walking. The owners of the cottage are lovely and nothing is too much trouble for them if you need places to go and information

- David, May 2023
Gordon March 2023

“Despite the week having the most inclement weather of the year - but our anniversary is the same every year - and the A66 being closed so we had to go via Newcastle and Carlisle, and Keswick being two inches deep in snow and the mountain tops invisible, we loved the cottage and would gladly return.”

It was delightfully unsquare and comfortably furnished and the owners kindness itself. Brampton church with its Burne-Jones windows is well worth a visit and the Bewcastle Cross shouldn't be missed.

- Gordon, March 2023
Susan July 2022

“Property was great.”

It was larger than it looked in the photos. Ample parking. Small decked garden area but overlooking a lovely wood. Well equipped. Only one complaint - the bed was so very hard.

- Susan, July 2022
Colin May 2022

“The Coach House is in an ideal position for exploration of the Eden Valley and surrounding attractions.”

After a day doing this it was pleasant to relax on the decking, listening to the birds in the adjacent woods The cottage itself is quirky with curved walls in all the rooms and a cramped kitchen. It has all the equipment and facilities for a comfortable holiday and on arrival was thoroughly clean although the ensuite drains needed a deep clean in an attempt to remove an unpleasant smell. Some of the door knobs are positioned in such a way as to trap fingers of the un-wary. The door to the ensuite cannot be closed fully but can be held in place while sitting on the toilet! We were perhaps unfortunate in that the hot water and heating boiler broke down repeatedly during the first four days of our week. Overall despite some niggles we had a very enjoyable stay.

- Colin, May 2022
Julie October 2021

“The accommodation was lovely, cosy, and fully equipped with everything we needed.”

The owners were also really helpful and, on the 2 occcasions that we messaged them with queries, they responded within minutes and came round to help us. The property is ideally located to some amazing pubs serving fantastic food, though be prepared for a hike back to the cottage as it is at the top of a steep hill - but worth the hike!

- Julie, October 2021
Katie September 2021

“Fantastic cottage in a beautiful location.”

Definitely enjoyed our time spent here and would stay again.

- Katie, September 2021
Philip September 2021

“The coach house was lovely, just a little tired and needs a little referb, ...”

The coach house was lovely, just a little tired and needs a little referb, nothing major, it is set in a beautiful location and very peaceful, I would definitely go back again

- Philip, September 2021

Many thanks for your feedback. We had noted that some freshening up was needed after after a very busy summer of back-to-back bookings and had already scheduled some maintenance work in the next week to resolve. Thanks again. Property Owner
Deborah May 2021

“The coach house so such a lovely location for our trip to visit the lake district.”

We had everything we needed & it was much more spacious than previous 1 bed cottages we've booked for 2 adults & 2 children.

- Deborah, May 2021
Shannon April 2021

“The cutest cottage!”

The coach House was a home from home. Very quiet, peaceful and comfortable. We couldn't have asked for anything more from a holiday home. Great location for all the tourist spots. Even made a day trip to Glasgow. We would definitely stay again when we return

- Shannon, April 2021
Philip February 2020

“Alex & Sasha were the perfect hosts.”

Came to welcome us with a lovely bottle of wine & gave us information about the area. In the cottage there is plenty of leaflets on the surrounding area. In the warm & cosy cottage you have everything you need. We tried the fetherstone arms in the village & wasn’t disappointed. Very good food & warm hospitality. Wouldn’t hesitate to go back if we was that way again. Just like to mention the dukes head pub in Armathwaite which also has great food & hospitality

- Philip, February 2020
Brenda December 2019

“A warm and friendly welcome from Sasha.”

Lovely Christmas card and bottle of wine which was much appreciated. The cottage was very nice,warm and cosy. Loved the staircase. The bedroom was very inviting, really comfy bed. Tv, kettle, tea and coffee. Good idea to have another toilet downstairs. Our son came and slept on the sofa bed, he said it was fine. He definitely enjoyed chilling out. Enjoyed walking down to the dog friendly pub. Had a excellent meal in The feathers. Went into the next pub which was also dog friendly but could only go in when meals not served. Good base to explore area. Went to Penrith and Keswick. Enjoyed both. Beautiful countryside, weather really kind to us at this time of year. Suggest leave a torch in the cottages if you are walking back to the cottage. It only took us 20 minutes to the cottage. Would recommend. Thank you Sasha and Alex, it was great we could take our dog with us.

- Brenda, December 2019
Penelope October 2019

“A delightful cottage in the peaceful Eden Valley.”

Helpful owners who know The Lake District well and gave excellent advice for places to visit.

- Penelope, October 2019
Layla August 2019

“Lovely, cosy cottage in beautiful surroundings.”

Equipped well with games and DVDs for fun in the evenings or on wet days. Very comfortable bed. Sasha and Alex were friendly, helpful hosts. Would definitely recommend and hire again!

- Layla, August 2019
Hazel July 2019

“Great clean comfortable cottage for the two of us on short break”

- Hazel, July 2019
Dennis July 2019

“We were lucky enough to have good weather in the lake district , the coach house ...”

We were lucky enough to have good weather in the lake district , the coach house far exceeded our expectations and hosts made us feel welcome and were on hand should we have needed any help

- Dennis, July 2019
Philip June 2019

“Great couple of nights away.”

Cottage was really nice and we loved the outdoor area with log burner. Owners really nice and friendly. Will definitely be returning as plenty more to explore in the area and much quieter than the Lakes.

- Philip, June 2019
Christopher May 2019

“Sasha and Alex have made this lovely cottage into an ideal place to stay in the Eden valley.”

Everything you need from a base for a holiday, including outside seating area with log burner and view of woodland, to a drying room next door which can be used for storage. Surrounding area is gorgeous with redstone walls, fields and views aplenty with Penrith about 15 min drive away. Would certainly recommend.

- Christopher, May 2019
Heather May 2019

“This was our first holiday with a new baby and what can I say, it was fantastic!”

The Coach House is beautiful and I didn't want to leave at the end of our holiday. Our dog was very happy and even made friends with the local cows in the next field. We started to call them "his girls" - he almost ran to the door! Alex and Sasha were brilliant hosts. Introduced themselves and let us get on with it. The bed was so very comfortable and the patio at the back was lovely. Will definately be using Sykes again amd recommending to my friends.

- Heather, May 2019
Christopher April 2019

“The cottage was tastefully presented and had a lovely, comfortable atmosphere.”

Had the feel of an older, substantially built structure excellently modernised. Proprietors were obliging and helpful. Situated in a lovely area with the beautiful Lune Valley nearby. No downside or complaints at all.

- Christopher, April 2019
Claire December 2018

“Beautiful location, lovely accommodation”

- Claire, December 2018
Tim August 2018

“The owners of the property had made every effort to create a lovely setting, including a welcome from them in person, shortly after our arrival.”

The house was spotless and well equipped and we would heartily recommend it to others.

- Tim, August 2018
Georgia June 2018

“The main negatives we found were the front door is extremely difficult if not impossible at times to lock.”

It's very frustrating and would be a real problem if you were rushing or needed to leave in a hurry. Also the outside area is somewhat neglected. The decking was dirty and there is a drain that smells really bad, especially in the hot summer weather. We chose not to sit outside much due to this which was a shame. However, overall The Coach House is nice and situated in a great area. OWNER RESPONSE: Thank you for your feedback. The issue with the front door is being addressed and we will investigate the smell from the drain as this has not been reported before. The outside had been impacted by strong winds in the area but has now been cleared again. We apologise for any convenience caused and would have addressed any issues raised had we been aware of them at the time.

- Georgia, June 2018
Kelly December 2017

“Would highly suggest it to others.”

Hosts were great and very welcoming. The only issue we had was internet was hit and miss and mobile signal was same making planning hard. Very relaxing, great facilities, very clean and well finished. We will be back in the future. Best wishes.

- Kelly, December 2017
Vicki September 2017

“We had a lovely time here using this place as a base.”

It was a very comfortable and well appointed cottage and the owners were very nice as well as extremely helpful. They also kindly gave us some eggs from their chickens to take home with us. It did rain quite a lot during our stay here but that couldn't be helped but there were plenty of things to do in the cottage and it was very relaxing there. Our dog loved it too. A visitor's book left by the owners would make an interesting addition to any future visitors to put in their thoughts of the stay there.

- Vicki, September 2017
Rachel June 2017

“This was our first time in the area and we had a wonderful time, the cottage was just right with lovely owners and we would definitely come back -thank you very much!”

- Rachel, June 2017
John September 2016

“Nice welcome from hosts even left us some eggs tea coffee and milk showed us around and the cottage exceeded our expectations it was lovely fresh and clean nice and quiet comfy with loads of nice little touches and don't be fooled by the photo of the spiral staircase it was spacious and easy to use.”

Would recommend it to all our friends and will definitely return our selves . From Mr Oliver and partner

- John, September 2016
James September 2016

“A very warm welcome greeted us on arrival.”

Tea & coffee making facilities were provided, as were half a dozen eggs laid by the hens which can be regularly seen in the woods around the back of the cottage. The hosts could not have been more helpful and the cottage is comfortable, quiet and cozy. All facilities were first-rate and we had the added bonus of the Tour of Britain (cycle race) passing right outside our front-door during our stay. The wi-fi is a little patchy at times, but perfectly serviceable if you're not expecting to stream 4k video etc - you are out in the middle of nowhere after all ! The local pub (Fetherstone Arms) in Kirkoswald serves excellent food and ale - we didn't get to try the Crown Inn across the road. There is a local shop in Kirkoswald for the basics and a well-stocked Co-op in nearby Lazonby which is a 30 min walk from Kirkoswald (with a few sizable but manageable hills to navigate). The woods situated in the grounds of the house are not accessible to guests but there are lots of lovely countryside walks that we enjoyed with our dog. The Lakes District and North Pennines are a short drive away, but even if you simply walk up to the top of the hill - the views are nothing short of sensational. Overall we would highly recommend a stay at the Coach House whether you want to explore the local scenery or just chill out and get some peace and quiet. We will certainly consider returning again next year. Finally - thanks to our hosts for such a pleasant stay.

- James, September 2016
Debbie August 2016

“Beautiful, unusual little cottage in beautiful surroundings.”

Very comfortable bedroom and bathroom. Well-equipped kitchen. Very friendly and helpful owners next door. Perfect! Small enclosed decking area overlooking private woodland to the rear (useful, as we had our dog on holiday with us). We may well be back!

- Debbie, August 2016
Michael July 2016

“The Coach House was ideal for the two of us.”

We felt very much "at home" there and the owners were very welcoming and very helpful. The little shop in Kirkoswald had all the basics and the bigger shop not far away in Lazonby had everything else! The countryside around is delightful and we enjoyed a week of hill walking, mainly on the Pennines.

- Michael, July 2016
Stuart June 2016

“This is the best cottage we have ever stayed in.”

Everything was excellent and our hosts were more than welcoming. The surrounding area is beautiful and the pubs in the village are both fantastic! We will have no hesitation in recommending The Coach House to our friends and family.

- Stuart, June 2016
Raymond May 2016

“Lovely cottage,friendly owners, perfect to get away from the madding crowd.”

- Raymond, May 2016

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Summary

One king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room with double sofa bed.
Oil central heating
Electric oven and hob with extractor over, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for outdoor woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and booster seat for dining chair
Off road parking for 2 cars
Bike storage
Enclosed decked area with furniture and outdoor woodburner
One well-behaved dog welcome on ground floor only
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pubs 10 mins walk
Note: Spiral staircase to first floor.

The property

Kirkoswald 0.8 miles.

A delightful, stone-built, stable block conversion, next to the owners’ home, just under one mile from the pretty village of Kirkoswald and within easy reach of the town of Penrith, the city of Carlisle and the Lake District National Park.

Lovingly restored and refurbished, this rural cottage is warm and welcoming, with a combination of original beams, sandstone walls and arched window creating a cosy retreat in the heart of the Eden Valley.

The spacious entrance hall leads to a comfortable sitting room, with a sofa bed, and then through to a lovely dining room with a French door to an enclosed decking area with outdoor woodburner and views over the surrounding woodland and pond.

Downstairs there is also a fully-equipped kitchen and a WC.

A spiral staircase leads from the entrance hall to the first floor bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite, a peaceful retreat after a long day’s sightseeing.

The Coach House also benefits from a secure cycle store/drying room, large enough to store several bikes.

A short walk will take you to the centre of the charming village of Kirkoswald, a frequent winner of the best kept village award, boasting two pubs providing fine cuisine and traditional ales, as well as a shop and Post Office.

The River Eden runs close to the village, and the area is renowned for its excellent salmon fishing, walking, canoeing and climbing.

The Eden Gorge is one of Cumbria's best-kept secrets, and is well worth exploring, plus you’re ideally based for the Lake District, Eden Valley and the Solway Firth.

The Coach House is a lovely romantic retreat with plenty to see and do within easy reach.

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About the location

KIRKOSWALD

Penrith 9 miles; Carlisle 18 miles.

The delightful rural village of Kirkoswald is situated in the Eden Valley and is ideally placed for exploring the Lake District and the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Kirkoswald has two excellent pubs, both serving fine quality food, a 12th century church and a shop and Post Office. The River Eden runs nearby and the area is renowned for its superb trout and salmon fishing, along with walking, cycling, canoeing and climbing. There are literally miles of glorious paths following the river's course, with welcoming spots for riverside picnics and sightseeing. Expect caves and gorges, and look out for the ten unusual benchmark sculptures along the way. The Eden Gorge, between Lazonby and Armathwaite, is one of Cumbria's best-kept secrets, and is well worth exploring, plus the local railway station is a stop on the Settle-Carlisle Railway, which is one of the most beautiful railway journeys in Britain. Brougham Castle, Long Meg and her daughters (the 3rd largest stone circle in England), Hadrian's Wall, the town of Penrith and the historic city of Carlisle are all a short drive away. The stunning scenery of both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales National Parks are within reach, making Kirkoswald a convenient place to stay.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Very comfortable property representing excellent value for money.”

“Lovely cosy cottage, owner Sasha asked if we required the heat turned on but it ...”

“Very comfortable little cottage, well maintained.”

“A cosy and unique place to stay.”

“Was an absolutely lovely area to spend a couple of weeks.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at the Coach House.”

“Was greeted by the owner of the cottage which was very welcome, and was shown round the cottage.”

“We spent a wonderfully relaxing few days in this cosy little cottage.”

“Lovely location for visiting the Lakes, Carlisle and the dales - or even cross the border into Scotland.”

“Excellent cottage well maintained well equipped and comfortable very pleased with all aspects and considering revisiting.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage with everything we needed.”

“Stayed from 2 to 9 june.”

“Nice place to stop.”

“Property was great.”

“The Coach House is in an ideal position for exploration of the Eden Valley and surrounding attractions.”

“The accommodation was lovely, cosy, and fully equipped with everything we needed.”

“Fantastic cottage in a beautiful location.”

“The coach house was lovely, just a little tired and needs a little referb, ...”

“The coach house so such a lovely location for our trip to visit the lake district.”

“The cutest cottage!”

“Alex & Sasha were the perfect hosts.”

“A warm and friendly welcome from Sasha.”

“A delightful cottage in the peaceful Eden Valley.”

“Lovely, cosy cottage in beautiful surroundings.”

“Great clean comfortable cottage for the two of us on short break”

“We were lucky enough to have good weather in the lake district , the coach house ...”

“Great couple of nights away.”

“Sasha and Alex have made this lovely cottage into an ideal place to stay in the Eden valley.”

“This was our first holiday with a new baby and what can I say, it was fantastic!”

“The cottage was tastefully presented and had a lovely, comfortable atmosphere.”

“Beautiful location, lovely accommodation”

“The owners of the property had made every effort to create a lovely setting, including a welcome from them in person, shortly after our arrival.”

“The main negatives we found were the front door is extremely difficult if not impossible at times to lock.”

“Would highly suggest it to others.”

“We had a lovely time here using this place as a base.”

“This was our first time in the area and we had a wonderful time, the cottage was just right with lovely owners and we would definitely come back -thank you very much!”

“A very warm welcome greeted us on arrival.”

“Beautiful, unusual little cottage in beautiful surroundings.”

“The Coach House was ideal for the two of us.”

“This is the best cottage we have ever stayed in.”

“Lovely cottage,friendly owners, perfect to get away from the madding crowd.”

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About the location

KIRKOSWALD