
The Old Cook House Farm Cottage
A traditional farm cottage on the edge of the Lake District
A luxury self catering cottage on the edge of the Lake District
The Old Cook House is a 2 bedroom luxury self catering cottage, sleeping up to 4, situated on a small working farm near Penrith on the edge of the Lake District. Set within a cobbled yard, the farm cottage looks out back onto an apple orchard. The Old Cook House was part of the original farmhouse, dating back to 1746.
Located just 4 miles from Penrith, and 7.5 miles from Ullswater Lake & The Lake District National Park, our farm cottage has been renovated to an extremely high standard.
With easy access to the Lake District and the Eden Valley, The Old Cook House is the perfect base for your outdoor adventures. Car parking is in the front of The Old Cook House. Once entered, the entire cottage is for yourselves to enjoy & the back seating area.
Please note we are a working farm with young animals, and so do not accept dogs.
The Space
You enter through the front door into the large kitchen dining area. From the kitchen you can either go down two steps into the living room, or up stairs to the twin bedroom & small bathroom. From the living room you can enter the king size ground floor bedroom, the ground floor shower room or it has the door to the back outside area.
Location
Situated just off the M6, and only a few miles from Penrith, our luxury self catering cottage is perfectly located for access to Ullswater, the wider Lake District and Eden Valley.
Amenities
Our 2 bedroom traditional Lake District farm cottage has a fully equipped kitchen diner, a large living area separate dining, and a laundry.
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Price Guide
As prices will vary please complete the enquiry form. 2 night minimum stay and a cleaning fee of £30 applies.
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| January | from £495 | from £95 |
| February | from £495 | from £95 |
| March | from £495 | from £95 |
| April | from £570 | from £120 |
| May | from £610 | from £120 |
| June | from £650 | from £130 |
| July | from £726 | from £150 |
| August | from £750 | from £160 |
| September | from £620 | from £130 |
| October | from £550 | from £120 |
| November | from £520 | from £100 |
| December | from £520 | from £100 |
Availability
Check availability and enquire using the form below.
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Enquire
Please check availability using the calendar above. Once we receive your booking enquiry we’ll get back to you and confirm availability and price.
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Things to Do
Explore the local area and discover activities around Ullswater, the Lake District and the Eden Valley. Whether you want to explore the lakes, the fells, the many country houses and grounds or our numerous Michelin starred restaurants, there’s sure to be plenty to keep you occupied on your stay.
Cycling
In partnership with local specialist cycling shop Arragons of Penrith we can help you explore the area on two wheels. Whether you need an electric bike, a mountain or road bike, we can arrange bike hire and delivery to your accommodation. We can also give you some great advice and insider tips on local cycling routes.

