Monkhouse Hill Cottages

The Lake District

Beautiful cottage complex with hot-tubs in the gorgeous English Lake District.

Units 9
Sleeps 2 - 14
Bedrooms 1 - 7
Pets Yes
Mobility Yes

Ideal for

Babies
Toddlers
Older Kids
Teens

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Well-equipped, spacious open-plan cottages perfect for a relaxing, family-friendly holiday in the northern Lake District. Accommodation is set around a picturesque courtyard in five acres of landscaped grounds with woodland, paddocks and water features.

About this place

Best bits

Children can go wild in the adventure playground with slide, swings and castle.
Cottages with hot tubs are available (suitable for children aged six and over)!
A trip includes full membership of the North Lakes Spa in Penrith, with swimming and toddler pools.

Top tips

You can also order grocery starter packs, breakfast and barbecue hampers and local beers.
Don’t forget to bring your swimming gear so you can enjoy the North Lakes Spa.
Pack your walking boots or wellies for some gentle family adventures in the surrounding countryside.

Plan your stay

What are the facilities like? Where can you eat? What can you do?

Swimming pool

Hot tubs

Spa

Wifi

Outdoor play equipment

Rooms

These award winning self-catering holiday cottages have been converted from 17th century farm buildings. Cumbrian craftsmen and contemporary Lakeland artists have given the cottages an elegant update whilst maintaining a cosy feel.

The larger cottages accommodate up to fourteen guests, perfect for those seeking a multi-generational family break or larger gathering. Three cottages have hot tubs.

Eat

Well equipped kitchens make self-catering a breeze. If you don’t fancy cooking there are on-site catering services available, delivering beautifully presented suppers straight to your cottage!

A good selection of pubs and restaurants are within a 15 minute drive. For a night out without the children, babysitting can normally be arranged! Or combine a visit to the North Lakes Spa with dinner at the Martindale Restaurant, famed for its use of local Cumbrian produce.

Activities

There’s tons to keep the kids entertained on site including a games room, outdoor play area and five acres of grounds to explore. There are numerous farm parks and other young children’s attractions nearby.

The Lake District is the best place in the country for walking – from low level and riverside to high fell adventures. There are lots of water activity centres in the area for kayaking, sailing and more.

Accessibility

Some units are mobility level 1 and one cottage for two people is wheelchair friendly. Check with hosts to ensure you find a cottage suitable for your needs.

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Location & local area

Where is it and how do you get there?

By Road

Monkhouse Hill Cottages is 15 minutes from the M6 whether coming from the north or south.

By Air

Carlisle Lake District, Glasgow, Newcastle airports are nearest, Manchester also easily reachable.

By Rail

Travel by train to Penrith or Carlisle stations, then hire a car.

Offers & extras

Give your stay the finishing touch with our offers and complementary extras.

About the owners

Gemma & Steve

Listed since May 2009

After running Monkhouse Hill for 25 years we like to think we’ve thought of everything for a family holiday that is both hassle-free and full of fun!

Owner recommendations

Give the little ones their first taste of walking with a gentle ramble in the surrounding countryside – there are lots of easy routes to choose from.
Take the short journey to Penrith to enjoy free use of the spa and pool at the North Lakes Spa.
Visit beautiful Ullswater and take a lake cruise on a steam boat.