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Garden Cottage - delightful cottage in the tiny rural hamlet of Pardshaw Hall

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Exterior
Living area
Dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2753.5 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cockermouth, Cumbria
  • Lodore Falls
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Buttermere Lake
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Crummock Water
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Garden Cottage - delightful cottage in the tiny rural hamlet of Pardshaw Hall

Garden Cottage is a converted 18th centuary barn adjoining the owner's garden. Very comfortable and roomy, tastefully furnished and with excellent modern facilities, it is situated in the quiet hamlet of Pardshaw Hall just outside the Lake District National Park. The colourful garden and open fields opposite are seen through the front windows, and a few metres along the single-track road is the entrance to Pardshaw Crag, a delightful limestone hill where stunning views are awarded of the Western Lake District mountains and across the Solway Firth to the Scottish hills. Nestling at the foot of the Crag is the historic Quaker Meeting House and School Room where the world famous physicist John Dalton taught before going on to achieve his great discoveries.

Visitors to Garden cottage during cooler times of the year will have cosy central heating supplied by the very energy efficient air-source heat-pump, There is a mobile signal and WiFi, and lots of books, DVDs etc. available in the lounge. For EV owners there is a Zappi 7kw charger, tethered, with type 2 plug. We charge you no more than the current rate at which our electricity supplier charges us.

Cyclists can store their bikes securely and there are many quiet lanes, bridleways and fell-paths close by that give wonderful biking and walking, summer and winter. The Whinlatter Forest is a short drive away with good biking and walking trails. Loweswater, the nearest lake and one of the quietest in the Lake District is about a 10 minute drive away as is the designated "Gem" town of Cockermouth with it's famous Wordsworth house. For adventurous hill-walkers, Fellbarrow, Haystacks, Grassmoor and the Buttermere mountains are easily accessible, as are the valleys of Ennerdale and Wasdale. Keswick and Borrowdale are about a 25 minute drive away.

Property manager

Colin Wornham

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cockermouth

Located in Cockermouth, this cottage is in a rural area. Lodore Falls and High Leys National Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rowrah Circuit and Raw War Paintball Games. Opera Bingo and Go Ape Whinlatter are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cockermouth, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Wordsworth House - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Derwentwater - 23 min drive - 23.5 km
  • Lodore Falls - 26 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Buttermere Lake - 31 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Crummock Water - 34 min drive - 35.0 km

Getting around

  • Maryport Station - 17 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bitter End - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bush Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Yew Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lanes Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Cottage - delightful cottage in the tiny rural hamlet of Pardshaw Hall pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Garden Cottage - delightful cottage in the tiny rural hamlet of Pardshaw Hall?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Cottage - delightful cottage in the tiny rural hamlet of Pardshaw Hall?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Garden Cottage - delightful cottage in the tiny rural hamlet of Pardshaw Hall located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Amethyst Health and Beauty, Wordsworth House and Garden and Wordsworth House. Castlegate House Gallery and Jennings Brewery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Cosy cottage nestling in the quiet North western fells

Colin and Lesley in their friendliness and welcome added to the attractiveness of the cottage and location. Everything was as listed in the particulars. Thank you very much.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline G.

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

Charming little cottage, West Lakes.

What a lovely place in a beautiful location, west side of the Lake District. All the home comforts you could need including reclining sofa and a washing machine! Clean, comfortable and warm with excellent wifi connection. Thank you to the friendly hosts Colin and Lesley who were to hand if anything was needed but who were not intrusive or interferring at all. Would definitely recommend this property and the area for anyone thinking of trying the lesser visited part of the beautiful Lakes. It's only a stone's throw away from Loweswater, Crummock Water and Buttermere.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

G C.

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

Lovely cottage

We were well looked after at Garden Cottage. Colin was very helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany R.

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

Beautiful cosy cottage

Me and my partner booked this cottage for a break away making more memories.the views were amazing. We was greeted my colin when we arrived such a lovely gentleman. The cottage was beautiful, so clean it has everything you need to the tv, board games and a stereo. I would 100% recommend this place to stay. I would like to say thanks to colin and lesley such great hosts, me and my partner will return again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Bagshot, UK

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

Great property, lovely area, and lovely hosts

We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. Such a lovely place, clean and well presented with everything you need. Colin the owner was welcoming and comms before we arrived were fab. Such a lovely place and area, we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

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

Excellent

Clean, cosy cottage. Very friendly and helpful host. Enjoyed very much our stay, despite the wheater.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

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

Excellent cosy base for the Western Lake District

Lovely quiet place with a field up the crags for walking a dog (as there were no sheep in it at the time). Colin was extremely helpful in answering our question and even lending us a map to help us with walks in the area. Really could not have been more accommodating. While my 82 year old dad stayed in the Garden Cottage, Colin and Lesley let us stay in our VW camper on the drive so we could be near him.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

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

Last minute short stay

Lovely to meet Colin. The cottage was super clean and comfortable. We shall be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey C.

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

Amazing

Colin and Lesley were absolutely wonderful, they couldn't do enough to make us feel welcome. The directions Colin sent got us there without any arguments which was a bonus. The cottage is lovely, with everything you need for a self catering holiday. It is well placed for visits to the Western Lakes along with tips for the best and quietest lakes for a hike round from Colin. A wonderful place to stay - cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine S.

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

Beautiful surroundings

The cottage was just perfect and we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel C.

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

Chilled break

We had a lovely stay in the cosy cottage. Very friendly and welcoming host. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve G., Luton England

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

Peaceful Haven

Although sat nav sent us off track(prewarned) instructions from owner were very useful Delightful property outside Cockermouth. Nice gesture of a bottle of wine left for us on arrival. Property was clean, cosy and ideal for two people. Could not fault anything... Well apart from the weather!! Would highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate in returning
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

HELEN W.

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

Cosy and snug cottage

We stayed for 5 nights and found the cottage to be extremely comfortable with everything we needed. We would visit again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian C., Aviemore

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

Great Wee Week

Had a great stay at the cottage, wonderful location and the Owners were excellent and there when you needed them but also gave you space to enjoy the holiday, will definitely look to return at some point.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

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

Quiet Location

Cottage in quiet location. Contained everything we needed. Nice area in garden at front for sitting. Within easy reach of Cockermouth. Some narrow lanes to get there though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

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

Peaceful rural hideaway

A beautiful little cottage in a quiet, rural location. Well equipped and with a high standard of furnishings and cleanliness. Very helpful and friendly hosts. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm R.

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

lovely cottage perfect setting

comfortable cottage in rural setting, perfect for walking in the hills.Easy drive to Cockermouth and the coast. Friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory H.

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

A little gem in a great setting

Fabulous hosts and just a perfect location to relax . Well equipped cottage with a real homely feel .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

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

Great location and facilities.

Wonderful hosts who made our stay most enjoyable. Thank you .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Holiday

Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carole S.

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

Lovely little quiet cottage

Had everything we needed Colin and Lesley were great
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kantilal C.

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

An ideal location for my break and a beautiful cottage, perfect view , very relaxing and soothing .

Perfect for couple or a single person, very clean, have everything you need with beautiful view from the cottage, pure and fresh air for body detoxing. The manager very friendly and very happy to help, would recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

stanley o.

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

Gem of a place

This is the second time we have stayed at this cottage and have not been disappointed. Colin makes sure that the property has everything needed and the bottle of wine is an excellent touch. A must stay for anyone that is visiting the lakes. A true gem of a place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

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

Peaceful country hideaway

A beautiful, well-equipped little cottage in quiet countryside, well-situated for exploring the northern Lakes and the Cumbrian coast. Very helpful and knowledgeable owners who made us very welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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

Garden Cottage

Very warm welcome and support from Colin, lovely clean tidy little cottage, had a lovely few days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Colin Wornham

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I have lived in the hamlet since 1970 and wouldn't choose to live anywhere else! Small community and friendly people. We will do our best to ensure you enjoy your stay here whether your interest is in outdoor activities, cultural, or just "chilling-out"!

Languages:

English