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Jordan M.
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Post-Christmas Getaway
Jordan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Entire home
Stunning views & tonnes of space minutes from the Lake District
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Reviews
8.0 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123013.9 sq ft
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Explore the area
Penrith, England
- Place, Hutton in the Forest4 min drive
- Place, High Cup Winery5 min drive
- Place, Calthwaite Hall7 min drive
- Airport, Carlisle (CAX)31 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Downstairs Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
En-suite 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
En-suite 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Family Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Stunning views & tonnes of space minutes from the Lake District
Bring the whole family to Church House, a beautiful old farmhouse with lots of room for fun. With spacious living areas and lovely bedrooms, it's a wonderful place to stay whatever the weather. There's also a large garden with incredible views across the Eden Valley to the Pennines and Lakeland Fells.
The property was recently upgraded with the addition of a large, sky-lit dining space that makes it a superb location for entertaining.
2 minutes walk from the property there's also a Michelin-starred pub, the Dog & Gun Inn.
The property was recently upgraded with the addition of a large, sky-lit dining space that makes it a superb location for entertaining.
2 minutes walk from the property there's also a Michelin-starred pub, the Dog & Gun Inn.
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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
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Penrith
Located in Penrith, this holiday home is in a rural area. High Cup Winery and Hesket Newmarket Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ullswater and Dalemain Country Park. Penrith Leisure Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
Penrith, England
What's nearby
- Hutton in the Forest - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- High Cup Winery - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Calthwaite Hall - 7 min drive - 8.8 km
- Penrith Castle - 10 min drive - 13.3 km
- Rheged - 10 min drive - 15.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- The Dog and Gun Inn Skelton - 3 min walk
- Boot & Shoe - 6 min drive
- The Pot Place - 6 min drive
- Stoneybeck Inn - 7 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Matt Bowden
Originally from the UK, Matt has been a wanderer with a love for travel and encountering new cultures from a young age. Having lived in China, India, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, Matt has never forgotten the beauty of a childhood spent in the Lake District, and is delighted to now be able to host visitors to this incredible region.
As a father of 3 young kids, Matt also understands the ins and outs of family travel, and has tried to make his properties as family friendly as possible.
As a father of 3 young kids, Matt also understands the ins and outs of family travel, and has tried to make his properties as family friendly as possible.
Why they chose this property
Church House stands alone and proud on the southern edge of the village of Skelton, flanked on one side by the castle-like, 700-years-old bell tower of St Michael's Church, and on the other by a dairy farm. As soon as we saw it my wife and I fell in love with it, not least for the incredible views over the Eden Valley from the back garden, and the general sense of peace and quiet.
At various times in its history Church House has been a working farmhouse, a post office, and a family home, and it has adapted with a considerable amount of grace and elegance. Most recently, the House was extended with a new sky-lit dining room and entrance hallway adding a modern touch to its Georgian heritage. We're delighted that our guests now get to sample this wonderful place and make happy memories here with their friends and family.
At various times in its history Church House has been a working farmhouse, a post office, and a family home, and it has adapted with a considerable amount of grace and elegance. Most recently, the House was extended with a new sky-lit dining room and entrance hallway adding a modern touch to its Georgian heritage. We're delighted that our guests now get to sample this wonderful place and make happy memories here with their friends and family.
What makes this property unique
Church House has oodles of space, whether it's the large dining room, spacious kitchen, or the large bedrooms and entrance halls. That makes it great for larger groups and families. Then there's the outside: a large garden and huge driveway set against the backdrop of sprawling countryside give a sense of space that's impossible to find in a city. On a clear night, when sat around the firepit, this feeling is only made more apparent by the incredible starry sky.
Church House is located close enough to the market town of Penrith to make its conveniences very accessible, while also being on the doorstep of Lakeland and the wondrous, dramatic fells and valleys it contains. It really is a magical place.
Church House is located close enough to the market town of Penrith to make its conveniences very accessible, while also being on the doorstep of Lakeland and the wondrous, dramatic fells and valleys it contains. It really is a magical place.
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