Guests say
Saddleback Barn offers a cosy stay with a large garden, hot tub, and is well-placed for exploring the North Lakes. While some guests found it clean and well-equipped, others noted cleanliness and maintenance issues. The property is dog-friendly and has a local pub nearby, providing a comfortable base for a holiday in a quiet village close to Penrith.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with several guests finding the property clean upon arrival, while others reported issues with pet odours, unclean sofas, and general untidiness. The presence of both positive and negative comments leads to a slightly above average score.
The location is frequently praised for its quiet setting in a village, proximity to Penrith, and good access to the North Lakes. The local pub is also mentioned positively, contributing to a high score for location.
Guests generally found the property comfortable, with adequate sleeping arrangements and a cosy living space. However, some noted worn furniture and issues with a mezzanine bed, leading to a slightly reduced score.
Facilities like the hot tub and well-equipped kitchen are appreciated, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as broken fixtures and unreliable Wi-Fi. The mixed feedback results in a score that reflects room for improvement.
There is insufficient information regarding the presence of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. As such, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Penrith 3 miles. A superb, mid-terrace, barn conversion with a hot tub in the quiet village of Newton Reigny which is on the popular coast to coast cycle route. Just 3 miles from Penrith, and the M6 motorway, but located on the northerly edge of the Lake District National Park with views over the fields to Blencathra, Saddleback Barn is ideally placed for exploring Cumbria, with Pooley Bridge on the shores of Ullswater just 8 miles away. This excellent cottage provides stylish accommodation, perfect for friends or family wishing to enjoy a relaxing break in Cumbria with a hot tub to make an extra special holiday. Inside, there is a kitchen, dining room with exterior door leading to a patio and double doors leading to the sitting room. In the sitting room there is a comfortable reclining corner sofa and patio doors leading out to the patio and lawned area. There are three bedrooms on the first floor, with a king-size double bedroom on the second floor mezzanine with a superb en-suite bathroom with a feature roll top bath and views out to Blencathra. There is a family bathroom, a ground floor shower room and utility, and outside there is a gravelled area at the front, whilst at the rear is a spacious patio and lawned garden to enjoy. The village of Newton Reigny has an inn within walking distance and the town of Penrith has a host of individual shops to enjoy. Being located close to the National Park there are numerous walks to enjoy in the Lake District, and a visit to Pooley Bridge on the shores of Ullswater is essential. This charming lakeside village has some lovely tea rooms and the Ullswater Steamer which will take you down the lake to Glenridding in the heart of Patterdale. The historic county town of Carlisle is 20 miles away and has the fascinating museum of military life set within the citys castle. Whilst exploring this part of Cumbria a trip over to Hadrians Wall is also a great day out. With so much to see and do this wonderful cottage will be a great base at any time of the year.
The bustling market town of Penrith, once the capital of Cumbria, enjoys a central position between the Lake District and North Pennines and is ideally placed for taking in all that the region has to offer. Renowned for its wealth of specialist shops, the sandstone buildings of Penrith hide intriguing yards, lanes and alleyways, with a myriad of attractive cottages, gardens and little shops. With a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, Penrith also offers a museum, and Millennium Trails round the historic city streets.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x second floor mezzanine king-size double with en-suite bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Off road parking for 2 cars.Lawned garden with patio and hot tub.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Limited head room and beams in king size-double bedroom and en-suite.
Note: Steps down to lawn from patio.
Note: Hot tub must NOT be used after 10pm.
Nearby points of interest
- Brougham Castle
- Derwent Pencil Museum
Reviews (51)
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Emily
All facilities worked well and instructions are provided. The property was clean and the beds were comfortable, which was great after a long day of hiking. While we mainly visited Keswick during our stay, we went to the Sun Inn in the village and all staff were very kind and welcoming. The village itself is peaceful and scenic, would definitely want to book again.
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Safaya
maybe you could try boosting the WiFi, everything else was great thank you.
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Stephanie
We have been to this cottage five times Unfortunately it has seemed to has lost the comfortable beds and shower not working properly hot one minute then freezing but if these issues was resolved would definitely come back as it does feel like home from home with been so many times before thanks Mrs Robinson