Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater

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A stone building with a wooden deck leading to a stone wall.
A stone building with a wooden deck and outdoor seating.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a carpeted staircase, and a circular window with a forest view.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.
A stone-lined stream with a wooden bench and a metal bridge.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Ullswater

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Howtown, Penrith
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lowther Castle and Gardens
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Whinfell Forest
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom #1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom #4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom #5

1 King Bed

Bedroom #6

1 King Bed

Bedroom #7

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

En-suite Shower Room

Toilet · Shower only

Ground Floor: Shower Room

Toilet · Shower only

House Bathroom: First Floor

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Penrith

Penrith is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ullswater and Lodore Falls. Penrith Leisure Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre are also worth visiting.
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Howtown, Penrith

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 3 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Eden Valley - 38 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 50 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Whinfell Forest - 55 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 57 min drive - 38.5 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George & Dragon - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pooley Bridge Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Crown Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Troutbeck Inn - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater on 4 Dec 2026 start from £1,723, 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 Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swarthbeck House - Howtown, Ullswater located?

Situated in Penrith, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Ullswater and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Place Fell. Dalemain and Dalemain Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lakes friends

Very nice property. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were a large family group staying for a long weekend with pets.The house is in a beautiful location with stunning views around and across Ullswater. It is set back from the road, amongst trees so very well hidden and away from other properties. The drive up to the house is very bumpy so take it slowly - red squirrels were out and about near the bend and tumbledown hut which was lovely to see.The house itself is beautiful - very well appointed and comfortable. There was enough space to relax and enjoy company and to share meals in the dining room. There was a welcome pack of goodies in the kitchen when we arrived which was appreciated and was a thoughtful touch by the host - everything you need is provided (except tea towels) within the kitchen - it did get a little cramped though when there were more than 4 people trying to serve or prepare food at a time.All the bedrooms were exceptionally clean and tidy and the beds very comfortable - one drawback when you are a group of adults over 50 were the bunk beds - there are 2 sets of them and are not ideal for use by the older generation. One room with them in was big enough for 2 singles and so would have been better for us but understand that all ages have to be catered for.Heating was easy to use and the property warmed up quickly The short walk to the private beach area is easily accessible and would be a lovely place to sit on warmer evenings enjoying the sunset and a beer.Overall, it was an excellent property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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