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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable (Ainstable, near Carlisle)
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Nestled in a peaceful location, The Old Dairy Cottage offers a serene retreat with its open plan living space, conservatory, and enclosed lawned front garden. Enjoy the delightful original features like exposed beams and stonework while savoring wonderful views from the garden or conservatory.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable

  • A beautifully renovated Cumbrian cottage set in a peaceful location with wonderful views.. 1 step to entrance.

    All on the Ground Floor:

    Open plan living space.

    Living area: Freeview Smart TV

    Dining area.

    Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave

    Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine

    Conservatory.

    Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

    Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric central heating (£30 winter fuel charge, October-March), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. The Old Dairy Cottage is a charming little cottage which has been completely refurbished in 2023 and retains delightful original features. Converted from an old dairy, the open plan living, kitchen and dining area has exposed beams and a lovely feature in the bedroom is the exposed original stonework. From the garden and conservatory there are wonderful views where you can sit and enjoy whatever the weather.

    Set on the edge of the small village of Ainstable there are wonderful walks from your doorstep, along quiet country lanes and along the beautiful River Eden only a mile away. Ainstable is a quiet little Cumbrian village with a local pub and restaurant and just over a mile away is Armathwaite, where you can jump on the Settle to Carlisle railway line, a really beautiful journey. The wonderful Cumbrian countryside is just waiting to be explored from the historical site of Hadrian’s Wall, with its rich history and dramatic landscape, to the majestic mountains and lakes of the Lake District National Park, a World Heritage Site.

    A short drive will take you over the border to Scotland, to the beautiful beaches of Dumfries and Galloway and the stunning Solway Coast. The beautiful border city of Carlisle is a short drive away or a scenic trip on the Settle to Carlisle railway line, where you can visit the castle or just take in some retail therapy at some of the high street shops.

    Free WiFi



    Suitable for up to 1 pet

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 1 review
The price is ￥72,525
￥87,030 total
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Located in Carlisle, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Solway Aviation Museum and Penrith & Eden Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Calthwaite Hall and Saint Nicholas. The Sands Centre and AMF Bowling are also worth visiting. Visit our Carlisle travel guide
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Ainstable, near Carlisle

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a calm lake with green grass and yellow flowers in the foreground.
    Talkin Tarn Country Park
    17 min drive - 17.4 km
  • A woman with a black dog in a grassy area with ancient brick ruins in the background.
    Penrith Castle
    24 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Calthwaite Hall
    14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Saint Nicholas
    15 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Brunton Park
    22 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Armathwaite Station
    9 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Eat & Drink Co.
    12 min drive
  • Greggs
    12 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    12 min drive
  • Burger King
    12 min drive
  • Costa Coffee
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Calthwaite Hall, Saint Nicholas, and Talkin Tarn Country Park. St Mary's Church and Lacy's Caves are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Old Dairy Cottage @ Ainstable Reviews

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Exceptional

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From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey Gow

We loved the cottage, the location and the fact the local amenities weren't far away.

We loved the cottage, the location and the fact the local amenities weren't far away. The family who run the cottage were great, very friendly and always on hand yo help. We will be going back later this year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Taylor

A cosy, well equipped cottage situated in a quiet, peaceful village.

A cosy, well equipped cottage situated in a quiet, peaceful village. It has everything you could want for a relaxing stay ‘away from it all’. Highly recommended!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage and hosts

Very clean, tidy, homely and comfortable little cottage with everything you need. The bed was Sooo comfortable and we had a lovely stay. Thsnk you so much x
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John Flenley

Excellent little cottage to base our Lake District holiday from.

Excellent little cottage to base our Lake District holiday from. Very friendly owners, cottage has everything you need in it for 2 people. Lots of local walks. Sunday dinner in the Heather Glen hotel, which is walking distance, was very good. Local pub, the Fox & Pheasant, is 1.2 miles away in Armathwaite, nice food and friendly staff, however I do not recommend walking there on the road, which has no footpath, as the local tractors move very fast and consider the entire road their domain! Easy access to the Settle-Carlisle railway via Armathwaite station. There is free parking in the station and many places in the village to park if it happened to be full.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Cullingworth

A lovely cottage with very friendly and helpful hosts.

A lovely cottage with very friendly and helpful hosts. The weather was very kind and we were able to take advantage of the garden and local walks. The local shop was well stocked.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robin Craft

Lovely homely cottage, very clean with everything you need for a break away from the hustle and bust

Lovely homely cottage, very clean with everything you need for a break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life it was a bonus to have the conservatory to relax in and watch the birds, cows and sheep. The dog enjoyed sitting and looking out too 😊 Very friendly hosts who gave us lots of information about the local area, and left a lovely welcome pack.Would definitely recommend and we will be back 🧑‍🤝‍🧑🐾