Cottages in Penrith

Cottages in Penrith

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Cottage for 2 people, with terrace and view as well as garden in Penrith
Cottage for 2 people, with terrace and view as well as garden
1 bedroom
9.2
(60 reviews)
from £96 / night
Cottage for 2 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 2 people, with garden
2 bedrooms
9.4
(7 reviews)
from £90 / night
Cottage for 2 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 2 people, with garden
1 bedroom
from £53 / night
Cottage for 2 people in Penrith
Cottage for 2 people
1 bedroom
from £45 / night
Cottage for 2 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 2 people, with garden
1 bedroom
8.7
(3 reviews)
from £51 / night
Cottage for 4 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 4 people, with garden
1 bedroom
9.4
(7 reviews)
from £57 / night
Cottage for 4 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 4 people, with garden
2 bedrooms
9.5
(21 reviews)
from £61 / night
Cottage for 3 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 3 people, with garden
2 bedrooms
10.0
(2 reviews)
from £100 / night
Cottage for 6 people, with garden, with pets in Penrith
Cottage for 6 people, with garden, with pets
3 bedrooms
9.3
(11 reviews)
from £55 / night
Cottage for 3 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 3 people, with garden
2 bedrooms
9.3
(6 reviews)
from £62 / night
Cottage for 3 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 3 people, with garden
2 bedrooms
from £52 / night
Cottage for 5 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 5 people, with garden
3 bedrooms
10.0
(2 reviews)
from £79 / night
Cottage for 4 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 4 people, with garden
2 bedrooms
8.0
(2 reviews)
from £60 / night
Cottage for 4 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 4 people, with garden
2 bedrooms
from £56 / night
Cottage for 6 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 6 people, with garden
3 bedrooms
9.0
(2 reviews)
from £71 / night
Cottage for 4 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 4 people, with garden
1 bedroom
from £49 / night
Cottage for 6 people, with garden, with pets in Penrith
Cottage for 6 people, with garden, with pets
3 bedrooms
10.0
(2 reviews)
from £107 / night
Cottage for 3 people, with garden, with pets in Penrith
Cottage for 3 people, with garden, with pets
2 bedrooms
from £45 / night
Cottage for 4 people, with pets in Penrith
Cottage for 4 people, with pets
2 bedrooms
10.0
from £79 / night
Cottage for 6 people, with garden, with pets in Penrith
Cottage for 6 people, with garden, with pets
3 bedrooms
10.0
from £91 / night
Cottage for 4 people, with hot tub and garden, with pets in Penrith
Cottage for 4 people, with hot tub and garden, with pets
2 bedrooms
from £137 / night
Cottage for 6 people in Penrith
Cottage for 6 people
3 bedrooms
10.0
(14 reviews)
from £64 / night
Cottage for 5 people, with garden, with pets in Penrith
Cottage for 5 people, with garden, with pets
3 bedrooms
from £107 / night
Cottage for 5 people, with garden in Penrith
Cottage for 5 people, with garden
3 bedrooms
9.6
(18 reviews)
from £99 / night

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Highlights in Penrith

  • Fabulous stays in the heart of Cumbria
  • Nature treasures
  • Historic sites and ancient remains
  • Breathtaking scenery and landscapes
  • Legendary stories

Best Cottages in Penrith

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Cottage for 4 People in Penrith, Cumbria
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Penrith, Cumbria
Cottage • 4 Guests • 2 Bedrooms
Nestled on a quiet road in the delightful village of Stainton and over looking the beautiful village green, is this charming end of terrace cottage. Located close to the likes of Ullswater, Pooley Bridge, Penrith and Keswick making it ideal for those wishing to enjoy an outdoors escape and perfect for a couple, group, or family of four seeking to tour the northern area of the Lakes. Open the front door into a spacious hallway with storage for your walking boots and coats. Off the hallway, you will find the wonderful living/dining room where you will be immediately drawn to the homely wood b...
from £64 / night
Cottage for 5 People in Whinfell Forest, Cumbria
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Whinfell Forest, Cumbria
Cottage • 5 Guests • 3 Bedrooms
Nestled in the lively market town of Penrith in Cumbria, is this charming Victorian holiday home, 2 Mill Street. Set over three floors and enjoying original features with its high, moulded ceilings and crackling open fire, this property is ideal for a family of five seeking an adventure. Step in to the entrance hallway, where you can house your shoes ready for exploring Penrith. Discover the sitting room, hosting two leather sofas for you to curl up on as the open fire warms your toes and the Smart TV does the entertaining. Venture downstairs to the lower ground-floor to rustle up tasty dis...
from £65 / night
Cottage for 4 People in New Streets, Whinfell Forest
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New Streets, Whinfell Forest
Cottage • 4 Guests • 2 Bedrooms
8.7
(3 reviews)
Perfectly located accommodation for your Lake District or Eden Valley Holiday.. 4 steps to entrance.Lower Ground Floor:Dining room: With underfloor heating.Kitchen: With electric cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine and underfloor heating.Bedroom 2: With twin beds and underfloor heating.Ground Floor:Living room: With Freeview Smart TV.Shower room: With shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.Open-tread, turning stairs to...First Floor:Bedroom 1: With kingsize bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.. Gas central heating, electricity, bed lin...
from £62 / night

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Cottages in Penrith

A cottage in the heart of Cumbria

Penrith is a great location with traditional cottages to rent during your holiday break. Enjoy a cottage in the centre of town or the outskirts, in Eden Valley, Pennines and the Lake District. Great properties surrounded by nature, great value and offering you the option to explore the beautiful and unspoilt countryside and enjoy a real taste of life in a wonderful Cumbrian village. Enjoy the great outdoors and breath in the wonderful fresh air. Find your perfect cottage today!

Enjoy Cumbrian hospitality in Penrith

A warm welcome from locals is always expected here. Right at your doorstep you can have access to local pubs where to mingle with locals. Enjoy wonderful quiz evenings and share some stories. However, if you prefer a quiet evening by the fireplace or enjoy the pleasure of a good reading, the comfortable lounges of the cottages are the perfect room to do so. Detached or semi-detached properties with open-plan floors, mid-terrace facades, exposed beams and traditional Cumbrian architecture. Capacity for 2, 3, 4 people with great views of stunning landscapes. Patios and terraces are also available in some properties, to enjoy a good BBQ during the summer months or family gatherings.

Travellers and activities

Penrith for nature lovers

In the heart of Eden Valley, Penrith is the perfect place for accessing the fantastic natural gem of the Lake District. Everything you could wish for is right here. Both the Lake District and the Eden Valley have trails and hiking routes, footpaths, bridleways as well as mountain biking and cycling paths. Riverside walks or challenging ridge walks. Your choice. Kayaking, swimming, canoeing or boating are some of the other outdoor activities you can enjoy at the national park. A true paradise of pure nature and lush green scenery that will make you fall in love with it.

Penrith for history lovers

If you like knowing about the history and the past of the village you visit, Penrith is a great place to start with. It was once the capital of Cumbria and holds a very rich history beneath the medieval ruins of Penrith Castle, the remains of Brougham Castle and some other henge sights of great interest. Find out about the story of the giant buried in St. Andrew’s churchyard and follow Roman roads and visit ancient monasteries. Penrith has all the ingredients for history buffs to enjoy a cultural stay in this magnificent town, learning more about its past and its present.

Penrith’s name literally means “head ford” or “chief ford”, a very appropriate name as it was the main crossing spot on the Nepean River.

Top 7 travel tips in Penrith

1. Endless possibilities awaiting for you

Known to be the perfect doorway to explore the North West of the country, the great outdoors offer walking, cycling, fishing, or kayaking just to name a few. Home to a very popular attraction too, the Crafty Monkeys. This popular arts and ceramic studio is the ideal place where to spend some fabulous time exploring your creative skills with your children or by yourself. Age is not an excuse, so young of age or young at heart pop in and let the imagination flow.

2. A day around Ullswater

A pretty natural landscape in the heart of the Lake District and a few minutes drive from Penrith, Ullswater is a paradise of vegetation, a beautiful lake where to enjoy a cruise in historic steamers and home to the wonderful and most precious waterfall - Aira Force. This is the waterfall that inspired Wordsworth to write his famous “Daffodils” poem. Walk the signposted trails or cycle along the paths marked to do so.

3. Go on a castle tour

Around the area there are several castles and remains you can visit. To start with, Brougham Castle ruins are by the River Eamont in a very romantic spot. Stroll around the area and enjoy the quiet and peaceful surroundings. On the west side of town, you can visit Penrith Castle ruins located in a public park. Lowther Castle and Gardens are one of the most popular attractions. Admire the Gothic architecture, its towers, ornamental crenellations and pinnacles. The grounds of the castle have stately avenues and the largest wooden playground in the country.

4. Meet Long Meg and her daughters

Go for a little excursion across the Eden Valley and explore the Neolithic stone circle formed by 59 stones. From all these stone, 27 are upright and the largest one is Long Meg. The circle is the second largest in the whole United Kingdom. According to legend, the name comes from a local legend about the witches of a coven that turned into stone. It is also believed to be a burial place and a place where they practiced ritualistic gatherings.

5. A great garden with a great natural value

Not far from town, you can find a National Trust garden with a working watermill. It is Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill, a building from the 1800s. Its main purpose was producing flour and provide power to gypsum mines of the area. Within the walls of the garden grow the largest collection of medicinal and culinary herbs, with more than 300 species, four beehives and a hundred apple trees.

6. A cultural visit of the Penrith Museum

The museum in Robinson’s School building is a local place where to find out more about Penrith and Eden valley’s history. Admire the collection of bronze coins found in Newby, Penrith’s medieval town seal and official measures. A few memories of local characters such as the monocle of Percy Toplis, an imposter who died and was buried at Beacon Edge Cemetery. A few samples of Jacob Thompson’s artwork and fine art are also on display.

7. Explore Whinfell forest

A short distance from Penrith, in the parish of Brougham there is the Whinfell forest, a small woodland not far from the fabulous Lake District. This is a haven for some of nature’s rarest wildlife, varied flora and fauna and home to the endangered red squirrel. The area offers great outdoor and indoor activities all year round in this incomparable setting. And after a day of great fun and activities stop for a nice meal at the Lakeside Inn and enjoy the wonderful views. Enjoy an unforgettable holiday break at the heart of Cumbria.

Information about cottages in Penrith

🏡 Cottages available: 54 properties.
💳 Discount available: up to -33%.
🌙 Minimum price per night: from £24.
⭐ Most popular amenities: garden, Wi-Fi and fireplace.
🐾 Pet-friendly: 38 properties.

FAQs: Cottages in Penrith

Which facilities are available at the cottages in Penrith?

Out of all of the facilities offered by Holidu, it appears that the cottages in Penrith contain everything that travellers need! Here, cottages generally have a variety of facilities, the most popular being: Wi-Fi (90%), garden (87%), and balcony (17%)... Tempted?

How do travellers usually rate cottages in Penrith?

Judging by data from last year, less than 20% of the cottages in Penrith get a rating of 4.5 stars. It is therefore not the best destination for the highest-rated cottages in the United Kingdom.

Are the cottages in Penrith suitable for holiday-makers and their pets?

Yes! In Penrith, 60% of the cottages accept pets, and 87% also have a garden!

Do the cottages in Penrith generally have an internet connection?

Of course! According to Holidu's data, 90% of cottages in Penrith include Wi-Fi. You will be able to browse the internet during your stay!

How much do guests usually expect to pay for cottages in Penrith?

A high percentage of cottages in Penrith (99%) in general cost less than £100 per night. Therefore, this destination is perfect for finding an affordable cottage!

Do the cottages in Penrith often have a fireplace or a swimming pool?

Good news! According to Holidu's data, many cottages in Penrith have a fireplace. Fancy a weekend by the fire? Don't delay in booking a cottage in Penrith!

Are the cottages in Penrith suitable for stays with friends or rather for a holiday as a small group?

Judging by information from Holidu, 84% of cottages accept up to four guests. Approximately 90% of the cottages here have at least two separate bedrooms. Penrith is the ideal destination for families of four!

Are the cottages in Penrith the best option for a luxurious stay?

Exactly! The accommodations in this destination come very well-equipped. So if you are looking for cottages in Penrith, you shouldn't delay in making a reservation because 1% have a pool, 87% have a garden but none have a sauna. Also, if what you are looking for is space, 84% of the cottages can accommodate big groups and 87% have green spaces in their vicinity.

If you are dreaming of a getaway to Penrith, what is the best time of the year?

The characteristics of the accommodation in Penrith demonstrate that it is a holiday destination that can adapt to all types of tourists and times of the year. This is because there is a wide range of properties and services. You can be sure that Penrith is an ideal place to enjoy both summer and winter.