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A modern ground floor apartment, surrounded by all that Cumbria has to offer.
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
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Shap, near Penrith
- Lowther Castle and Gardens10 min drive
- Ullswater17 min drive
- Whinfell Forest19 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)51 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
A modern ground floor apartment, surrounded by all that Cumbria has to offer.
A modern ground floor apartment, surrounded by all that Cumbria has to offer.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Rear garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ideally situated between Keswick, Kendal and Kirkby Stephen in an unspoilt tranquil location. Situated in the village of Shap, known locally as the ‘Gateway to the Fells and Lakes’, being on the eastern edge of the Lake District National Park and close to the second largest lake in the Lake District - Ullswater.
The village offers a wide range of amenities including a good selection of pubs, shops, a public outdoor heated swimming pool, a children’s play area and tennis courts. The Eden Valley provides superb walking and cycling, and the Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales are easy to visit too.
The atmospheric, rugged area of Haweswater, 8 miles, has a viewpoint for golden eagles, pretty villages and bustling market towns abound, with a lively calendar of farmers’ markets and county shows. There is plenty of local produce to purchase or enjoy in the many restaurants and pubs serving regional favourites. There is also excellent road access to the historic border city of Carlisle with its castle and museum, and Hadrian’s Wall, a World Heritage Site, has interesting exhibitions to visit. The Northumberland National Park and southern Scotland are both within an hour’s drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
A public EV charging point may be found in the car park opposite.
There is a covered bike shelter in the corner of the car park.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Rear garden with sitting out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ideally situated between Keswick, Kendal and Kirkby Stephen in an unspoilt tranquil location. Situated in the village of Shap, known locally as the ‘Gateway to the Fells and Lakes’, being on the eastern edge of the Lake District National Park and close to the second largest lake in the Lake District - Ullswater.
The village offers a wide range of amenities including a good selection of pubs, shops, a public outdoor heated swimming pool, a children’s play area and tennis courts. The Eden Valley provides superb walking and cycling, and the Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales are easy to visit too.
The atmospheric, rugged area of Haweswater, 8 miles, has a viewpoint for golden eagles, pretty villages and bustling market towns abound, with a lively calendar of farmers’ markets and county shows. There is plenty of local produce to purchase or enjoy in the many restaurants and pubs serving regional favourites. There is also excellent road access to the historic border city of Carlisle with its castle and museum, and Hadrian’s Wall, a World Heritage Site, has interesting exhibitions to visit. The Northumberland National Park and southern Scotland are both within an hour’s drive. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
Free WiFi
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
A public EV charging point may be found in the car park opposite.
There is a covered bike shelter in the corner of the car park.
Property manager
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Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Penrith
Penrith is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and Ullswater. Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre and Kennedys Fine Chocolates are also worth visiting.

Shap, near Penrith
What's nearby
- Shap Abbey - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Lowther Park - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
- Lowther Castle and Gardens - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
- Ullswater - 17 min drive - 19.3 km
- Whinfell Forest - 19 min drive - 15.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Abbott Lodge Jersey Ice Cream - 9 min drive
- Crown Inn - 1 min walk
- Mill Yard Cafe - 8 min drive
- Lowther Castle & Gardens - 11 min drive
- The Butchers Arms - 9 min drive
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