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Comfortable living space | Ghillie Cottage, Cockermouth
Relax in th eliving room | Ghillie Cottage, Cockermouth
Living/dining area with spiral staircase | Ghillie Cottage, Cockermouth
Modest dining area | Ghillie Cottage, Cockermouth

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Golf view

Explore the area

Map
Cockermouth
  • Wordsworth House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lake District Wildlife Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Buttermere Lake
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice.

This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. Cockermouth town centre is an easy stroll and fishing is available on the River Derwent by arrangement.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 47" Freeview TV, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. . Enclosed yard with garden furniture (shared with other apartments on-site). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ghillie Cottage is tucked away in a private courtyard, set back from the main street and makes a great choice for your next Cumbrian adventure. Once an old chapel and now converted into six apartments, Ghillie Cottage has been renovated and refurbished for 2018. The good quality finish and thoughtful decoration is evident as soon as you walk in. Downstairs you have an open plan living/dining room leading to a brand new fitted kitchen for preparing that perfect meal. A lovely spiral staircase, a real feature of the property, leads you to two bedrooms and a modern bathroom. The property sleeps up to four adults in a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, both of which have a TV and plenty of character. The property is aptly named Ghillie’s Cottage due to its links to the fishing rights on the River Derwent that are owned by the family. A ghillie being a person who acts as an attendant to someone on a hunting expedition, or in this case, a fishing trip. The River Derwent is a highly sought after river amongst anglers providing rich pickings of salmon and trout. As long as you have a National Rod Licence you may fish on the family’s beat. Details of the location and costs are available on request.
The popular Cumbrian town of Cockermouth, birthplace of William Wordsworth, is just a short walk away. In fact, the National Trust Wordsworth House is just a few minutes walk. Your nearest supermarket and a couple of pubs serving great food and local cask ales are also a few minutes walk away. The main town centre is also easily reached on foot. Cockermouth is a thriving market town full of hidden surprises at every turn. It boasts a great selection of pubs, quaint restaurants, micro-breweries, local craft shops, independent coffee houses, delicatessens, speciality shops and of course, well known retailers and branded stores too. If you like culture, Kirkgate Arts shows movies, arts and drama. Fancy a swim? The leisure centre is also nearby as well as local cycle hire. You’ll also find the famous Jennings Brewery nestled beneath the castle walls where the River Derwent and River Cocker meet.
Cockermouth is on the border of the Lake District National Park, so whether you like the rugged adventure of the mountains or the serenity of the seaside, you’ve got the best of both worlds. You’re also within easy reach of some glorious lakes. Take a 5 mile drive to Bassenthwaite Lake at the foot of the Skiddaw range for fantastic walks, woodland, wildlife and watersports. You’ll also find the Lakes Distillery offering tasting tours as well as the Lake District Wildlife Park just 6 miles away. The popular town of Keswick is 14 miles away and can be reached in about 20 minutes. For walkers and cyclists, you’ll love the route through Whinlatter Forest Park, or continue down the valley to Buttermere which boasts stunning panoramic scenery. If you’re not into fishing, you’ll love Ghillie Cottage. If you are into fishing, life doesn’t get much better than this! Beach 9½ miles. Shop 175 yards, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
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Amenities

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Washer
Golf view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Cockermouth

Located in Cockermouth, this cottage is on a river. Amethyst Health and Beauty and Raw War Paintball Games are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lodore Falls and Dubwath Silver Meadows. Maryport Maritime Museum and Lake District Coast Aquarium are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.
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Cockermouth

What's nearby

  • Wordsworth House and Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wordsworth House - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Buttermere Lake - 27 min drive - 22.8 km

Getting around

  • Maryport Station - 11 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Bitter End - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Castle Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bush Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lanes Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps away from Wordsworth House and Garden and Wordsworth House. Jennings Brewery and Castlegate House Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and welcoming
Clean, comfortable and well-equipped. The convenience of a town centre with great access to this stunning part of the lakes.Thoughtfully prepped with Christmas welcome pack and festive extras. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

LISA

Great little cottage in a perfect location.
Great little cottage in a perfect location. Lots of lovely little touches to make us feel at home. Many thanks!
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Lovely warm comfortable cottage.
Lovely warm comfortable cottage. Ideally situated close to town centre. Lakes and mountains within an easy drive. Thoroughly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Ghillie Cottage was in a great location for exploring the Western Lake District.
Ghillie Cottage was in a great location for exploring the Western Lake District. It was comfortable and well equipped and Claire the owner was really helpful by sending a text when we got there and coming to see us to make sure everything was okay. She gave lots of ideas of places to go with the family. My family and I thourouly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning.
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8/10 Good

Sam

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Would go back to this lovely cottage :)
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Recently refurbished cottage situated in a quiet area two minutes from shops, bars, restaurants, etc
Recently refurbished cottage situated in a quiet area two minutes from shops, bars, restaurants, etc. High quality furnishings with bright modern kitchen and stunning bathroom. Bedrooms are bright and airy with nice furniture and bedding. I would thoroughly recommend this property and hope to return again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Cottage was well equipped with arrival gifts.
Cottage was well equipped with arrival gifts. Very modern and welcoming. A well thought out cottage.
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8/10 Good

Sarah

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The place is very nice Lovely area Great atmosphere But the stairs need tightening and maybe get a bigger freezer
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10/10 Excellent

Ella

The street front, before you enter the courtyard is a bit scary,as not as nice as some of the surrou
The street front, before you enter the courtyard is a bit scary,as not as nice as some of the surrounding houses and the actual court is clean , but dull. Certainly the outside does not match the inside which is gorgeous. Really nice town close to a lot of beautiful nature spots.

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