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Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views.

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A beautiful location for a short break or a longer holiday.
The approach to Rowanburn Lodge through Duke's Meadow to Duke's Pond.
Rowanburn Lodge, on the edge of Greystoke Forest.
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Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views.

Rowanburn Lodge is a beautiful cedar lodge overlooking the historic Duke's Pond. The lodge is located on the edge of Greystoke Forest, with views looking towards Blencathra and the Northern Fells of the Lake District National Park. The lodge has a large, gated, decking area with garden furniture, overlooking the pond and an extensive natural garden with alternative sitting areas so you can enjoy the sun or shade while you unwind. The garden is an oasis for watching wildlife as it is frequently visited by a wide variety of birds, red squirrels and roe deer. It's southerly / westerly facing orientation and canopy of trees provide the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday. The lodge itself provides excellent accommodation for up to six people. It is very well equipped and beautifully furnished, offering a large open plan kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave oven, dishwasher and washing machine. The dining and lounge area promote a wonderfully social holiday atmosphere with two sets of French doors that open onto the gated decked area to extend the living and dining space. There is a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a twin bedroom, a bunk bedroom and spacious family bathroom. The large shed to the rear of the lodge provides storage for bikes and other outdoor equipment. The lodge is all on one level, with easy access from the parking area right next to the lodge. All in all, Rowanburn Lodge offers a perfect setting for a relaxing break or an activity filled holiday. The centres of Penrith and Keswick are approximately a 20 / 25 minute drive from the lodge, through fabulous scenery, giving you access to all the facilities and attractions you may need for a wonderful holiday.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penrith

Located in Penrith, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Penrith & Eden Museum and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hutton in the Forest and Calthwaite Hall. Travelling with kids? Consider Penrith Leisure Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • High Cup Winery - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ullswater - 18 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 22 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Whinfell Forest - 24 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 47 min drive - 57.7 km

Getting around

  • Carlisle Railway Station (CXX) - 22 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Crown - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oddfellows Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Dog and Gun Inn Skelton - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Muddy Duck - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boot & Shoe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views. pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views.?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views. on 10 Apr 2026 start from £120, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful timber lodge, nestled in tranquil wildlife haven with mountain views. located?

This family-friendly Penrith cabin is located on the waterfront, 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from High Cup Winery, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Eden Valley and The Green. Hutton in the Forest and Calthwaite Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

alan j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Never met the hosts, but they were in contact with us. The lodge was beautiful, well layed out and comfortable. The Christmas tree and decorations were a lovely touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

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

Fabulous lodge

Peaceful location and a really great lodge equipped with everything you could need. Spotlessly clean and comfortable and good communication from hosts Anne and David. Would not hesitate to stay again. ( the bottle of bubbly was a lovely touch!)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Nicholas A.

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andersons

Had a great stay, accommodation good, nice and peaceful, feeding the red squirrels was brilliant
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona F.

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

Lovely, cosy cabin

We have had a great break in this comfortable, spotlessly clean and luxurious cabin. Equipped with everything we could wish for and within about 25 minutes of Keswick. We used it as a base to explore some of the local Lakes. We’d highly recommend it for a family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your holiday in Rowanburn Lodge. Our lodge's location is in a lovely setting, off the beaten track, but within easy reach of Derwentwater and Ullswater and all the activities and beautiful landscapes they offer.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanette Y.

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A few restful days away

A few restful days away was exactly what we got. Location was tranquil, beautiful and just what was needed. The lodge was perfect, exceptionally equipped, beautifully considered throughout. Rain put paid to us enjoying the outside spaces but if we could have they would have been lovely. A wonderful place to stay for a very restful break. Thank you Anne for everything. X
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in our lodge. Unfortunately, although we try hard, we just can't control that weather. Kind regards. Dave and Anne.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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Storm Dennis

Even Storm dennis couldnt spoil our enjoyment of this lovely lodge. Everything was brilliant. warm cosy extremly well equipped. Watching the Red squirrels and other wildlife come and go. Good selection of Games Dvds and books plus really good company An amazing weekend enjoyed by all
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you for your comments. I'm so pleased the water supply was restored in time for your visit and that you found our lodge a cosy place to be, even on a stormy night. Hope you can visit again and enjoy the lodge and surroundings in warm, calm and sunny weather. Kind regards. Dave and Anne.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Stunning property in a beautiful location

Couldn't of been happier with the lodge. Everything we could have asked for and more. Beautiful surroundings and the lodge was clean, very well maintained and was fully stocked with everything we needed. I also found time to read one of the many books that are there. We would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a peaceful time away from the stresses of normal life. Thankyou Dave and Anne for letting us stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your review. We are always pleased when guests enjoy their stay in our lodge. Hope you can stay at Rowanburn Lodge again sometime in the future. Kind regards. Dave and Anne.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bobby c.

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Red Squirrels Galore!

The place is absolutely fabulous. There was a Red Squirrel committee that greeted us. They stayed for a few days, then the other wildlife came to visit. The lodge is a warm, inviting and just what we needed for our final week in the UK. Plenty to see within 30 to 45 min drive in any direction. Quiet peaceful nights, no noisy neighbors, so when you wake up all energized for a new day. We had a hiccup but the oweners quickly communicated with us. The lodge is on our list when we revisit the UK in the coming yrs. Don't pass the place up, it is really absolutely a great place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

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A perfect location to see in the New Year

We wanted to get away as a family to see in the New Year and this was the perfect place to that. The lodge was immaculately presented with everything that you needed to stay, there was even a surprise gift to see in the New Year which was completely unexpected but extremely welcomed. The living area had ample space for all of us to relax, unwind and enjoy ourselves without falling over one another and the bedrooms were spacious too. There is a shop at the next site which was a 5 to 10 minute walk away, so ideal for anything that you may have forgotten. The location is ideal for those of you wanting to get in some walking too. We all thoroughly enjoyed our break and would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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Winter short break

What a fantastic place! We stayed for three nights at the lodge and it was absolutely perfect. We thought it looked great in the photos, but we were even more impressed when we saw it...as soon as you enter you just love it. All the rooms have a cosy, lodge vibe but are furnished with with gorgeous quality furniture and lots of little touches that just creates the perfect blend. The layout works so well (we are a family of 4 adults) and it was great to all get together for meals (and board games) but then have our own space to retreat to. There is everything you need (and more) in the lodge to ensure you have a truly memorable stay. I woke up every morning to be greeted by red squirrels on the porch - just wonderful! Dave and Anne really did make sure everything was there for us to enjoy our stay and we absolutely did. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your family break and we hope you can visit us again in the future. Kind regards. Dave and Anne.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne K.

Fantastic week

What a wonderful discovery. Thank you for a fantastic week away. The lodge was more than we could have hoped for. Better than the description. Everything you could ever need for a holiday. From the wildlife, woodpeckers, squirrels, deer and foxes in the garden to the pots pans and glasses in the kitchen they all made our family time together very special. The lodge is spot less, modern with everything you could need, the beds were so comfy and the bedding lovely. All in all I wish the lodge was mine(I don't think I could share it). The Boot and Shoe in the village serves fantastic food the locals are very friendly the giant jenga in the pub garden was a laugh. Lots of places to visit in the area. Thank you David and Anne we will be back next year
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your review. We are really pleased that you had a fantastic week and that you enjoyed our lodge as much as we do. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kindest regards. Dave and Anne.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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Absolutely loved it

Great accommodation in a stunning location. David and Anne were great hosts and looked after us. The accommodation has everything that you could want plus. The stars of the week were the red squirrels - 😍 cute alert.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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Just Perfect

The lodge is amazing, well presented and spotlessly clean, our client loved the weekend break and found it so relaxing. The red squirrels running across the patio to feed and the wildlife an added bonus. The hosts were great, providing all the information we needed. Cant wait to visit again, it was literally Just Perfect. Mark T
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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Fantastic location

Really great stay - had a lot of dealings with David as I lost the key (top tip - use the key safe rather than take key with you to the lakes!!) David was very sympathetic
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

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Perfect place to unwind

Just what we needed to get away from it all after such a hectic year. The lodge was spotlessly clean & beautifully decorated, and provided everything we could possibly think of to make us feel welcome. The location was so peaceful being set in the heart of the countryside, and gave us a great place to just sit and watch the wildlife, especially the antics of the cheeky red squirrels who kept us amused for hours!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joanna k.

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Welcoming , gimlet lodge

We was amazed at this lovely , very clean lodge that catered for every need. We had the delights of the red squirrels daily . We found the lodge to be in a lovey quite area with amazing views of the Mountains. We would highly recommend the lodge to any age . Thank you for a lovely stay .😃
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

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Beautiful lodge fabulously located for the Lakes

We had a wonderful week at Rowanburn, exploring lots of the lovely Northern Lakes region. The lodge is situated in a convenient location and we managed to visit Keswick, Bassenthwaite, Buttermere and Ullswater as well as a trip out to Hadrian’s wall. We did a lot of walking including summiting some Wainwright’s and it was so good to come back to a cosy comfortable lodge with everything we needed after a long day in the (often wet!) fells. The lodge is really well equipped, it was easy to cook for ourselves, the tv and DVD player were great for rainy evenings, and the children loved watching the red squirrels and we enjoyed relaxing in the comfy lounge area. Thank you so much Dave and Anne for your understanding and letting us stay in your lovely home. We hope to be back some day to summit some more mountains!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

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Beautiful and relaxing

This lovely lodge is in a stunning location offering lots of wildlife. We had regular visits from the bunnies, squirrels and various birds. The owners have thought of everything you might need and have beautifully furnished the lodge to a very high standard. We found a lovely pub in nearby Greystoke that was dog friendly and provided a nice menu. We also visited Penrith and Keswick which are short car journeys away. We hope to stay again soon, can’t recommend enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Davina H.

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Review for lodge

Absolutely lovely lodge, communication was excellent, beautiful setting, would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Lesley A.

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Beautiful lodge in a lovely setting

Everything went very smoothly renting this beautiful lodge. Excellent communication throughout. Lodge is in an ideal location for visiting the Lake District. We enjoyed Ullswater and Aira Force. Lovely to return to Lodge before sundown and enjoy the peace and quiet in the gorgeous gardens and being entertained by the red squirrels. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Glen L.

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Wonderful

From first contact with the owners and all the way through we have had a great experience. The property was better than we expected, the location and property far exceeded our expectations. The owners of the property were very friendly and very helpful and informative all the way through. It felt like a home away from home. My wife and I said we would happily retire in the property. 5 stars from us. 10 out of 10.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2021
Thank you for your lovely comments. We're not sure about your retirement plans but we will certainly welcome you back for another holiday. Very best wishes. Dave and Anne.
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10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra H.

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A lovely stay

A beautiful lodge with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. A real ‘home away from home’ feel to it. We enjoyed watching squirrels have their breakfast in the mornings. Ullswater with its beautiful views is a short drive away. We greatly enjoyed our weekend and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun 2021
We are always pleased when visitors enjoy their stay and enjoy the very same things we enjoy about the lodge and it's location and wildlife. We will be very happy to welcome you back.
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10/10 Excellent

Doug N.

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Fantastic

Beautiful location - love watching the wildlife
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2021
We are always so pleased when guests enjoy their visit to our lodge. The wildlife, especially the red squirrels get a lot of comments in our visitors book.
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10/10 Excellent

david m.

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Luxury lodge in the lakes

We loved everything about this property and it’s owners who obviously know a thing or two about renting out a holiday home. It has everything you need for a home away from home and all fixtures and fittings were tasteful and good quality. We look forward to returning at some point in the future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2021
We are always really pleased when visitors enjoy their stay at our lodge. We have tried to make it a comfortable place with that 'home from home' feeling.
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10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

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Excellent time

We loved out stay at Dave & Anne’s lodge they catered for all our needs and it is very homely. The communication from start to finish was excellent and we can’t wait to visit again Would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2021
Thank you for your review. We are always pleased when visitors to our lodge enjoy their stay. It is important to us.

About the host

Hosted by Anne Armstrong, Dave Armstrong, Victoria Armstrong

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After more than 30 years of teaching we retired at Christmas (2011) and invested in a little piece of rural tranquillity. We have always enjoyed holidays in the Lake District and this lodge overlooking Duke's Pond was perfect. We enjoy walking, cycling and watching the wildlife.

Why they chose this property

Dukes Pond is in a perfect location to access all that the Lake District offers, yet is in a really peaceful location. Dukes Pond is north of Greystoke on the edge of Greystoke Forest and about 15-20 minutes drive from the centres of Penrith and Keswick and all the facilities you would need for a perfect holiday.

What makes this property unique

The area is a haven for wildlife, and a wide variety of birds, red squirrels and roe deer can be watched from the lodge. The area is perfect for cycling and C2C routes pass close by. There are also lots of walks from the doorstop, including those through Greystoke Forest. Rowanburn is in a perfect 'get away from it' location, yet offers all the home from home comforts.

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