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Luxury and Charming Cottage nr. Ullswater, parking for 2 cars in the grounds.
9.7
Fantastic
- 6 People
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Cottage
- Pets allowed
- WiFi
Free parking
Stress-free on-site parking.
Guests love this home
With an outstanding average rating of 9.7.
Free parking
Stress-free on-site parking.
Guests love this home
With an outstanding average rating of 9.7.
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Smithy House dates back to the 1700s and has retained much of its traditional charm and character. It is set in the old part of Stainton on the village green.
Smithy House has its own mature gardens and is ideal for those looking for a retreat away from the madding crowds but within easy reach of the many activities Cumbria has to offer. It is beautifully furnished and is a comfortable base to explore the Lake District.
Smithy House has been awarded 4 star Gold Award by Visit Britain.
Smithy House is Calor gas centrally heated and comprises, lounge with a smart TV,DVD player, docking station, unlimited wifi,Hi-fi, log burning stove and 3 and 2 seated settee and a cot. The Dining/kitchen area has a gas Esse range cooker, fridge/freezer and microwave. The utility room has washer/drier, cooker and dishwasher.
Downstairs is a Master double bedroom with King size oak bed and furniture and en-suite bathroom with cast iron slipper bath, hand basin and WC. On the first floor you will find a twin bedroom with built in wardrobe and flat screen tv and dvd. Also upstairs is a double bedroom which has a four poster king sized mahogany bed and matching furniture, it has a superb buit in shower and hand basin. Upstairs is the bathroom which has a shower, hand basin and WC.
There is private parking for 2 cars within the grounds. The garden has a large lawned area with patio and garden furniture.
The village of Stainton is ideally placed to enjoy the Northern Lake District and the Eden Valley being only 3.5 miles from Pooley Bridge and Lake Ullswater.
Penrith a market town is only 10 minutes away, here there are a variety of shops, restaurants, supermarkets, pubs and a large open air Saturday market.
There are superb opportunities for mountain and road cycling.
Walkers can take local walksand there is a lovely walk to the village of Dacre which has a pub. Serious walkers can attempt Blencathra and Helvelyn which are only a short car drive away.
Stainton has a village pub, hotel,shop,post office and a church and the Rheged Discovery Centre is within walking distance.
All gas, electric, logs, bed linen and towels are included.
Smithy House dates back to the 1700s and has retained much of its traditional charm and character. It is set in the old part of Stainton on the village green.
Smithy House has its own mature gardens and is ideal for those looking for a retreat away from the madding crowds but within easy reach of the many activities Cumbria has to offer. It is beautifully furnished and is a comfortable base to explore the Lake District.
Smithy House has been awarded 4 star Gold Award by Visit Britain.
Smithy House is Calor gas centrally heated and comprises, lounge with a smart TV,DVD player, docking station, unlimited wifi,Hi-fi, log burning stove and 3 and 2 seated settee and a cot. The Dining/kitchen area has a gas Esse range cooker, fridge/freezer and microwave. The utility room has washer/drier, cooker and dishwasher.
Downstairs is a Master double bedroom with King size oak bed and furniture and en-suite bathroom with cast iron slipper bath, hand basin and WC. On the first floor you will find a twin bedroom with built in wardrobe and flat screen tv and dvd. Also upstairs is a double bedroom which has a four poster king sized mahogany bed and matching furniture, it has a superb buit in shower and hand basin. Upstairs is the bathroom which has a shower, hand basin and WC.
There is private parking for 2 cars within the grounds. The garden has a large lawned area with patio and garden furniture.
The village of Stainton is ideally placed to enjoy the Northern Lake District and the Eden Valley being only 3.5 miles from Pooley Bridge and Lake Ullswater.
Penrith a market town is only 10 minutes away, here there are a variety of shops, restaurants, supermarkets, pubs and a large open air Saturday market.
There are superb opportunities for mountain and road cycling.
Walkers can take local walksand there is a lovely walk to the village of Dacre which has a pub. Serious walkers can attempt Blencathra and Helvelyn which are only a short car drive away.
Stainton has a village pub, hotel,shop,post office and a church and the Rheged Discovery Centre is within walking distance.
All gas, electric, logs, bed linen and towels are included.
What this place offers you
WiFi
Parking
Terrace
Satellite TV
Garden
Dishwasher
Fridge
Barbecue
Sleeping arrangements
Bedroom 1
2 Double beds
Bedroom 2
1 Kingsize bed
Bedroom 3
1 Kingsize bed
Where you'll stay
Explore map
House rules
- Check-in: From 16:00
- Check-out: Until 10:00
- Pets allowed
- Smoking not allowed
Good to know
- Car recommended
Guest reviews
9.7
Fantastic
Exceptional
10.0
Ewan K., Nov 2025
We had a great few days at the house. It was a short drive from lots of the main lake district sites and really close to Rheged which was definitely worth a visit. The house was clean, spacious and well appointed. We made good use of the wood burner. We had a really nice meal at the local pub one evening.
Exceptional
10.0
Eloise T., Jan 2026
Lovely cottage, well equipped with everything you could need. Perfect village location with local walks too.Host very helpful and we were kept very well informed with arrival information.
Exceptional
10.0
Seamus C., Jan 2026
Very nice property. The weather was freezing but we were warm. All was clean. It's like a home from home. The house has all the sort of things you'd have at home to make life easier. There are two double bedrooms and a twin bedroom. Parking for at least 2 cars depending on size. Access to the northe...
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