In the heart of Ireby village, this charming traditional cottage offers a perfect blend of character and modern comfort. With a woodburner, enclosed garden, and patio doors leading to a sitting-out area with garden furniture, it's an ideal retreat for families and couples alike. The property features three spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms with heated towel rails.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Fireplace
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Old Saddlers Cottage
Newly extended traditional cottage. Peaceful village location with pub nearby and easy access to Keswick, Bassenthwaite, Cockermouth and North Lakes.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: (No TV), Electric Fire, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining room: Electric Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder available locally. Travel cot. . Enclosed back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 1 car; additional on road parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the garden.. This spacious, traditional cottage which has been extended and modernised offers the best of both worlds. The character and charm you find in an original village cottage, with a modern twist that brings the functionality and comfort you would expect in a 21st Century holiday home. With an amazing country pub across a quiet road, you’ll love the idyllic village setting and it offers easy access to Cockermouth, Bassenthwaite, Keswick and The Northern Fells.
This large property offers great flexibility to suit all booking parties so it’s ideal for families and couples. It’s a real social hub for your next Lake District adventure. Upstairs you’ll find three spacious bedrooms. A master bedroom with kingsize bed, a twin room, and a bedroom with a double and a single to allow for flexibility of sleeping arrangements, perfect if you have different ages and generations in your group. The bathroom offers a bath with shower attachment. The ground floor has a cosy living room with traditional cottage furniture and wood burner, perfect for a relaxing night by the fireplace and a movie. You also have a breakfast room which is part of the modern extension, this bright and airy space features a dining table and additional easy seating. A well-equipped kitchen with an excellent range of appliances and equipment, ideal if you want to cook up a feast while on holiday. You’ll find a modern boot room with a bench and coat hooks for your walking gear as well as two further bathrooms, one with large walk-in shower and the second with shower over the bath. From the breakfast room, patio doors look onto a spacious patio/garden with garden furniture. Perfect to dine al fresco or sit and enjoy a chilled glass of wine after a day of adventure.
This charming property is nestled in the centre of the quiet, picturesque village of Ireby near Caldbeck and Uldale. Ireby is right on the border of the Lake District National Park, in fact the border crosses about twenty steps from the door! From here you have lovely walks and cycle routes nearby. If you love the outdoors, this village is in a prime location. Connected by the road networks it means you can get here quickly and start your holiday sooner. Yet you’re just a short drive to many of the amazing towns and tourist hotspots that The Northern Lakes has to offer. The historic, alluring village of Bassenthwaite with its magnificent lake and access to Skiddaw, one of the highest mountains in England, is a 10-minute drive. Beach 15 miles. Pub within 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
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)
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 not allowed
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 Wigton, this cottage is in a rural area. Dubwath Silver Meadows and Solway Coast reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lake District Wildlife Park and Arkleby Leisure Swimming Pool. Gilcrux Springs Trout Fishery and Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Wigton travel guide
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from All Saints' Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bassenthwaite Lake and Lake District Wildlife Park. Brayton Park Golf Club and The Green are also within 9 mi (15 km).
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Old Saddlers Cottage Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We loved our stay at Saddlers Cottage. It was spotlessly clean and we were greeted by a very thoughtful and generous welcome pack on arrival. It's a lovely, spacious cottage and had plenty of room for me, my husband and our 4 girls. We loved exploring the surrounding areas and enjoyed our evenings in the cottage playing games in front of the fire. We'd definitely recommend this accomodation and look forward to returning in the future.
Julia Gibbins
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty Martin
May 4, 2025
We had a lovely stay at Old Saddlers Cottage.
We had a lovely stay at Old Saddlers Cottage. A very homely cottage with plenty of space and everything you need. Check out Woodlands Country House, on a Tuesday for a fish and chip supper. Which is just 5 min walk away. The cottage is a perfect base to explore the Lake District. We would definitely return to the cottage again.
Kirsty Martin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael Laishley
Aug 7, 2025
Excellent cottage in a superb location, lovely local pub.
Excellent cottage in a superb location, lovely local pub. Only marked local amenities as good because there is only the pub. Supermarkets are only a short distance away however. There is just so much to do in the area we only scratched the surface.