Renovated Railway Weigh Office In A Tranquil Location and perfect for Stargazing

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1 bedroomSleeps 2

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Parking available
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Penrith, Cumbria

Penrith Castle
‪11 min drive‬
Whinfell Forest
‪12 min drive‬
Lowther Castle and Gardens
‪18 min drive‬
Carlisle (CAX)
‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Cliburn Weigh Office is a compact luxury holiday cottage. Once a working part of the Eden Valley Railway line, the Weigh Office nestles at the bottom of Whinfell Forest, between the market towns of Penrith and Appleby, in the beautiful (but often forgotten) Eden Valley.
Located in beautiful countryside the Weigh Office provides the perfect base to totally relax and join with nature. With private parking, gravelled areas and decking overlooking (and having access to) a private 14 acre wood, this is a perfect get away to relax, enjoy, explore and stargaze.

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Mr Gavin Matier

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 17

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Please note there are ladders to go to bed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Well behaved pets are welcome but not on furniture

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is strictly prohibited in the property

We ask all guests to leave the property as they found it

Please respect other guests and neighbours and keep noise to a suitable level

Well behaved pets are welcome. They must be kept off the beds & if your pet is allowed on the sofa please bring throws to protect the sofas / chairs.

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penrith

Located in Penrith, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and Ullswater. Acorn Bank and Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cave exploring.

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Penrith, Cumbria

What's nearby

Lowther Park - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
Penrith Castle - 11 min drive - 12.1 km
Whinfell Forest - 12 min drive - 5.4 km
Ullswater - 14 min drive - 16.3 km
Lowther Castle and Gardens - 18 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

Langwathby Station - 14 min drive
Carlisle (CAX) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tim Hortons - ‬9 min drive
‪Sports Cafe - ‬16 min drive
‪The Dog Beck - ‬10 min drive
‪Lakeside Inn - ‬15 min drive
‪Leisure Bowl - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Railway Weigh Office In A Tranquil Location and perfect for Stargazing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Renovated Railway Weigh Office In A Tranquil Location and perfect for Stargazing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Railway Weigh Office In A Tranquil Location and perfect for Stargazing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Railway Weigh Office In A Tranquil Location and perfect for Stargazing located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Acorn Bank, Whinfell Forest and Lowther Park. Brougham Castle and Brougham Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

21 Jan 2019

Great location and accommodation

Had a great time

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

30 Dec 2022

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Everything we could have hoped for, perfect location, 5* accomodation and lovely hosts

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

25 June 2024

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

Lovely all round

I enjoyed staying at the Weigh Office, if your into Nature and wildlife you'll like it here, I loved the peace and tranquillity. A compact little house, clean and self sufficient. The hosts, a lovely couple, were at hand if needed . I would love to return.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola T.

20 June 2024

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

The weigh office

Great little property, very quirky. Very quiet area but easy to get to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales aswell as the Lake district. Close to Penrith for food shopping

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

29 Aug 2022

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

Restful, comfortable stay.

Everything you need provided in this unusual property. Had a great time.Lovely area, very relaxing & Gavin was an excellent host. Look forward to our next visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

krzysztof p.

27 Feb 2022

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

Magic place

A wonderful cottage in a beautiful place, silence. peace, in this place you can rest for sure, lots of space to walk in the surrounding forests

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

lynn r.

7 Aug 2015

lovely wee cottage

Had a lovey 4 day stay at the weigh office. Lovely little cottage with everything we needed inside

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

28 July 2022

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

Fabulous

The accommodation was amazing, so cosey yet spacious! We had everything we needed and more! The hosts were fantastic and made us feel welcomed and gave us lots of information about the accommodation and the surround area! Beautiful place

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hendrik N.

12 Aug 2017

Sweet and cosy

A tiny holiday home like this isn't for everyone, but we loved it.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Lynda P.

26 May 2023

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

Lovely place to stay

We enjoyed staying in the Railway Weigh Office at Cliburn very much. It looks small but is quite spacious and well-designed on the inside. It was quiet and peaceful. The hosts were excellent, and could not do enough to make our stay perfect. We hope to return next year.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina W.

8 Mar 2024

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Lovely quite retrete

This was an ideal location for me and my dogs lovely walk and warm welcome pack, a lovely bottle of wine and cookies. Loved the cows too! Very unexpected suprise. Thank you for kindly letting your property to me. Hope to see you again soon.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

22 Jan 2024

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

Fab little cottage

We stayed for a very wet and stormy weekend but that did not interfere with a cosy warm stay. The cottage was well equipped and a bottle of wine on arrival was well recieved. The hosts were fab, left us to it but were close by if needed. We did weather out a storm on the last night but our hosts were great checking in on us and making sure we were comfortable. Overall a lovely weekend 😊

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger A., Lea Derbyshire

3 June 2021

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

A great break in a quiet location

A highly organised administration/booking system. With excellent owner communication. The property suits 2 adults (and a dog) perfectly. It is compact but has everything you need. The location is brilliant and after one week we still have plenty to explore in the area.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry W.

5 June 2022

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

A unique experience

Cliburn weigh house offers a unique holiday experience in a breathtaking area. The property is well equipped and is more than adequate as a base for holiday adventures. Situated very near to Penrith makes shopping and eating out easy with a car. The renting process was so easy and the owners are very approachable to answer any questions you may have. Would definitely recommend and hope to return soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fleur T.

2 Sept 2023

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Very nice stay !

I came with my two dogs and it was great to have a forest near our house. It is perfect if you want to disconnect and have some peace. The bedroom was just a bit small, as my husband is tall it wasn't easy for him to sleep in the mezzanine. But overall, it is a cosy and cute place to stay, especially if you are a couple. Thanks for welcoming us with our two dogs, I really appreciate that !

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian J.

21 Dec 2018

Another Perfect Visit

My second stay at the Weigh Office and it was every bit as good as before. It is a stand-alone building in a very peaceful position with its own parking right next to the front door. Inside it is compact but with everything one could need. The place is newly refurbished and pristine. And, the situation is perfect - at the gateway to the Lakes and wooded walks on the doorstep. Great value for money. Indeed, for the price, couldn't be better.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 July 2023

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Perfect

Gavin is a brilliant host was helpful from the initial booking, welcomed us explained the essentials checked we liked the wine that was left, and let us get on with it felt like we were the only people there but was a comfort to know if you have any issues the owners are opposite The property is immaculate can’t fault it in anyway perfect location for exploring the lakes and surrounding villages Keep an eye out for the red squirrels too that’s quiet an amazing thing to see in it’s natural habitat Can’t praise this place enough absolutely perfect in every way

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine N., Cleator Moor

4 July 2019

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

Quaint, snug, hideaway cottage.

The communication with Gavin was flawless. It was a last minute booking and with emails and texts flying backwards and forwards was sorted in a couple of hours. The Office is set about 50m from the boundary of Whinfell Forest. Beautiful walks through the forest and plenty of local attractions within 10 ~ 25 mins driving distance. Gavin and Wendy live close by and are very welcoming without being intrusive. The Office has a small footprint but the renovation has been well thought out and the space maximized to its full potential. The kitchen has everything you need to cook your meals, the living area is compact but comfortable. Plenty of room in the toilet /shower. The mezzanine bedroom takes you back to being a child again, climbing ladders, crawling into bed etc but with the velux window plenty of light and a great view of the night sky. All the velux have blackout blinds but we opened the ones in the living area for more light. It's the small touches in the design that makes it easy to stay here. The lights in the bedroom can be accessed from the ladders and either side of the bed, also double sockets either side. There are ample sockets and everything required for a comfortable stay. Thank you Gavin and Wendy for allowing us to stay and we hope to return and try out the Signal box.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

john m.

16 Dec 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pascal L.

7 Jan 2023

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

Ruhige Lage in der Natur

Sehr ruhige Lage in mitten der Natur. Liebvoll eingerichtetes Haus mit allem was man benötigt. Perfekt um die Ruhe der Natur zu geniessen

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan p.

4 May 2022

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

Fantastic Location

I wanted a quiet location. With places to visit in the area. It was just perfect for that. Lovely scenary. Birds chirping. So peaceful

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

16 Nov 2021

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

Tranquil location

The Weigh Office is beautifully appointed. The ideal spot for those exploring the Lake District, Eden Valley or The Pennines. My collie and I found nearby Whinfell Forest ideal for walks each end of the day and Larch Cottage, Melkinthorpe, 4 miles away, the perfect spot for lunch. Gavin and Wendy couldn't have been more obliging.

Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruth G.

17 Oct 2021

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

Brilliant! A lovely place to stay

We had a wonderful few days staying in this quirky, cosy and comfortable accommodation. It was a brilliant base for exploring the Lake District and close the Penrith for supplies. We will definitely recommend it to friends and family, and come back again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

15 Sept 2021

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

Wonderful location and very quaint accommodation

We had a lovely stay at the Weigh Office. Pros: Remote without being too remote (agree with other reviews stargazing comments!). Great walks nearby, red squirrel forest next door. Tourist spots within a short drive - Ullswater, Penrith etc. Very kind welcome package on arrival. Kitchen well equipped for cooking. Lovely compact accommodation done up to a good standard. Cons: The shower could benefit from a deep clean. Some of the kitchen utensils needed washing before we used them. The mezzanine bedroom was VERY low - we knew it would be a squeeze but we couldn't sit up in bed; it was much lower than we realised. We had a great time, the Weigh Office was brilliant overall and we got some much needed fresh air in a beautiful part of the country!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

17 Aug 2021

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

One week stay

This place has been done up really nicely and you can tell the owners put a lot of effort into it. Owners were very accommodating and helped out with a couple of requests we had, as well as reccomending good places to go. We really enjoyed our stay here and will likely visit again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Mr Gavin Matier

We moved into the property on 1st October 2004, leaving city life behind, in search of a more peaceful and fulfilling life, for both ourselves and our two children, Elliott and Jasmine.
Gavin, born in Northern Ireland, left Limavady in 1987 to study at Bradford University. There he qualified as a Pharmacist in 1991 and is the Pharmacy Manager at Sainsbury's Penrith.
Wendy, born in Tyldesley, Manchester left in 1989 to study at Bradford University. There she qualified as a Pharmacist in 1994 and is now the Pharmacy Manager at Green Tree Pharmacy, Kirkby Stephen.
Whilst working in Leeds, we met in 1992 and married 25th August 1996. In July 1999 Elliott was born and in February 2002 Jasmine was born. It was at this point we decided to leave the city life behind and moved to Cliburn.

Why they chose this property

Wendy and I fell in love with both the location and character of the building when we first saw it.
We loved it so much we live in the Station House beside the Weigh Office and decided to renovate it, so others could enjoy it as much as us.
We have just finished the renovations in May 2015.

What makes this property unique

We live beside the Weigh Office all year round and often forget just how lucky we are to live here.
To us peace, tranquility and seclusion are the norm. We step outside our back door into beautiful countryside and a 50m walk has us strolling in Whinfell Forest, where we regularly see the local red squirrels, roe deer, owls, buzzards, pheasants, great crested newts and an abundance of other wildlife.
At night little light pollution means that we can stargaze and if that wasn't enough, a short drive and we are walking up one of the many fells or playing in one of the lakes.
What more could you ask for?

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