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Romantic Retreat With Space, Character And Glorious Mountain Views

Romantic Retreat With Space, Character And Glorious Mountain Views

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Interior
Exterior
Main room with grand piano in foreground, bed upstairs on gallery
Gatehouse Kitchen
The Gatehouse staircase

Overview of Romantic Retreat With Space, Character And Glorious Mountain Views

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Penrith, Cumbria
  • Popular LocationYorkshire Dales National Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUllswater31 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere33 min drive
  • AirportDurham (MME-Teesside Intl.)94 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Romantic Retreat With Space, Character And Glorious Mountain Views

Are you longing for a break somewhere different and peaceful, somewhere situated in gorgeous countryside? The Gatehouse at Kelleth Old Hall could be your answer - a luxurious and highly original getaway for two - with lots of space, a grand piano, books, books, more books, and all kinds of architectural features you are unlikely to find anywhere else. And once you have taken in the comfort, space and character of the Gatehouse, you can step outside the door and find yourself in the middle of the Howgills, at the foot of the appropriately-named Eden Valley. The landscape is green and bronze, alive with wild flowers, and you can cycle or walk for miles without seeing a soul.

Property manager

Charlotte Fairbairn

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Mountain view
Exterior
Beautiful modern Lakeland cottage with private hot tub, bbq and wood burner
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, (232 reviews)
Beautiful modern Lakeland cottage with private hot tub, bbq and wood burner

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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 transportation to and from this property

About the area

Penrith

Located in Penrith, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Swaledale Museum and Farfield Mill are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kennedys Fine Chocolates and Brigflatts Meeting House. Lakeland Climbing Centre and Kendal Museum are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Penrith, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 4 min drive
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 25 min drive
  • Ullswater - 31 min drive
  • Lake Windermere - 33 min drive
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Kirkby Stephen Station - 12 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • The George Hotel - 7 min drive
  • The Black Swan - 9 min drive
  • The Three Greyhounds Inn - 17 min drive
  • The Kitchen - 8 min drive
  • Tebay Sports and Social Club - 7 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caroline N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
We had a wonderful stay at the gatehouse. It really was special. It was so warm and cosy. Excellent bed and very comfy sofa. Would definitely recommend to my friends
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and peaceful
A real rustic quirky barn that was a real pleasure to stay in. Bed was very comfortable. Everything was supplied to be able to cook whatever we fancied. The piano was a nice touch. Dogs loved the garden. Weather was dreadful but it did not stop us enjoying our stay. My only criticism is that it would have been nice to have a shower mixer tap on the bath but we coped lol. We had a bit off a storm but we were very cosy with the heating on and no draughty despite 50 mph winds and us sitting watching out the window. Love this quirky old barn and would certainly recommend it. Don’t expect a boutique type residence. That it is not!!!! It is a converted barn with decor that has been thrown together with thought. Thank you Charlotte we loved it Dave and Denise
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Eden valley setting
Delightfully quirky property with real character, which was perfect for a stay with dogs. It’s located in a spot where both the Lakes and the Dales are easily accessible, but the Eden valley itself is not to be missed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic and comfortable place to stay
The gatehouse is fantastic, the design and thought that has gone in to the layout and decoration makes it unique - both cosy and spacious. The views are beautiful and the location makes it very easy to go east to the hills and dales or west to the lakes. Charlotte was very welcoming and gave some very good recommendations for things to see and local spots. Very comfortable place to stay and the piano was a real treat. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location peaceful
We loved the cottage withbits abundance of booksand eclectic decor and refurbishment. The double bed was super comfy. I had not spotted on the listing that there was also bunk beds for kids. Not needed for us but useful for others that are looking to book. We made ise of the hammock to relax and the games in the cupboard. Was only 10 minutes from the m6 junction(not that you could tell) made it easy to travel across the lake district both north amd south. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Charlotte Fairbairn

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Writer, mother, former dressage rider, interested in politics, the arts, journalism, books, people, music, antiques, ideas.

Why they chose this property

I am pretty sure you will not find anything like The Gatehouse very easily. It is 100% idiosyncratic. When I came to do it up, I wanted to get away from the formulaic pattern of decor followed by holiday lets up and down the country. I think that if you are going on holiday, you want to find something different from what you have at home. You want to be refreshed and amused and inspired. Amusement at the Gatehouse may come from some of the design quirks inside. Inspiration and refreshment will come from the views and the landscape around.

The Gatehouse sits facing south over the Howgills. If you know the M6, you will recognise these wonderful doughy hills that Wainwright described as 'sleeping elephants' which mark a watershed between south and north Cumbria. Here we are, among the elephants, in a location both remote and accessible. In rain or shine, our views are always stunning.

What makes this property unique

The Gatehouse is designed principally for two - which means huge amounts of space and a real feeling of romance. The house is two-storey, the main living area largely open to the roof with a first-floor gallery at one end and a bathroom at the other. There are hundreds of books, a grand piano, a reclaimed Georgian staircase, a wall covered in corrugated tin, a woodburning stove decorated with winter moose scenes, some contemporary paintings, a sofa-bed plus fully-equipped kitchen. The feel is New York loft meets London studio - all in the heart of some of the country's most dramatic and unspoilt scenery.
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