Longtown, Scottish Borders

From £167 - £319 per night

Engineer

Sleeps 2

1 Bedrooms

1 Bathrooms

A luxury one-bedroom apartment with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams that’s a fantastic countryside retreat for a couple. Plus, there’s stunning private parkland to explore just outside the door.

Engineer is one of nine beautifully renovated apartments and cottages set within the 36-acre private estate of a Grade II*-listed mansion house in north Cumbria. Built on the site of a Roman fort and with a 16th-century tower house at its heart, plus 17th, 18th and 19th-century additions, the mansion is a spectacular building. This one-bedroom apartment is very romantic with its vaulted ceiling and exposed beams, rolltop bath and west-facing aspect that affords views of the lawns and incredible sunsets. Meanwhile, the estate grounds are perfect for a quiet stroll and the nearby Michelin starred restaurant, Pentonbridge Inn is a great spot for a romantic meal.

Why we love this

Set within a Grade II*-listed mansion estate in 36 acres of peaceful parkland
Enjoy walks beside the River Esk and trips to Carlisle and Scottish border towns
Complimentary transfer when a meal is booked at the local fine dining pub*

Key Features

Dog-friendly

Countryside views

Electric car charging

Wood burner

Parking

Children welcome

Extensive gardens

Free-standing bath

Historical building

Inglenook fireplace

Luxury toiletries

Period features

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This spacious, first floor apartment is cosy and romantic with a vaulted ceiling and original wooden ceiling beams. It has a streamlined, modern style and is furnished to a very high standard. The open-plan living area comprises the sitting, dining and kitchen spaces, all under the original oak beams. There’s sofa seating and a wood burning stove to make things extra toasty on chilly evenings spent watching your favourite show on the 40-inch Smart TV. In the dining area there’s a dining table and chairs, whilst the adjacent kitchen is equipped with everything you could need including an electric oven and induction hob, a microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher. There is a washer/dryer located in the cupboard in the bathroom.

The split-level design of the apartment means that a few steps separate the living area from the bedroom. The bedroom is a romantic space with an oak-beam ceiling and a king-size bed, while the spacious en-suite bathroom has a rolltop bath and a separate walk-in shower.

You’ll also have access to the estate’s 36 acres of grounds that include parkland and a walled garden. Meanwhile, benches are positioned in scenic spots so that you can enjoy reading a good book, chatting or daydreaming in peace.

A member of staff will greet you on arrival and show you into the property, which is located in relatively close proximity to other apartments and cottages in a wing off the mansion house. Alternatively, a self-check can be arranged if required. The estate grounds and walled garden are available to guests of all the apartments and cottages at the site.

The estate’s kitchen garden supplies fruit, vegetables and micro herbs to the nearby fine dining pub. Biomass heating is used across all the properties and in the glasshouses, while other crops that require warmth, such as tomatoes, aubergines and peppers, are grown in season. If you'd like to offset the carbon emissions from your trip, get in touch and we can arrange this for a small fee.

Check-in: from 15:00
Check-out: by 10:00

Deposit: Bookings are subject to a non-refundable deposit of 30% of the booking value plus applicable booking fees with the balance payable 60 days before the date of travel.

Accidental Damage Deposit: To maintain the highest standards in our properties, guests will need to pay a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 prior to their stay. An advance payment as detailed in the booking summary can be made to waive this requirement.

Book with confidence: If your booking is affected by new Government travel restrictions which were not known at the time of booking, and you're legally unable to travel, we will arrange with the property owner to refund 100% of your holiday cost.

No smoking
No parties and events
Please keep noise to a minimum
Up to 2 dogs are permitted at an additional fee of £25 per dog

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The neighbourhood

Views from the grounds are spectacular and it’s possible to see as far as the Scottish hills. The mansion’s grounds also play host to a number of events throughout the year, including classic car shows.

The neighbourhood

The property enjoys a peaceful location in the Cumbrian countryside, near the border with Scotland. You are welcome to explore the grounds of the estate that span 36 acres. Parkland with extensive lawns, a Victorian pleasure garden, a large walled garden that measures just over an acre, herbaceous borders and wildflower meadows all await you.

Views from the grounds are spectacular and it’s possible to see as far as the Scottish hills. The mansion’s grounds also play host to a number of events throughout the year, including classic car shows.

Longtown is the nearest town and is a small market town where you’ll find the nearest convenience store (about 2 miles from the property). The town is also a great starting point for walks along the River Esk and into the countryside.

Meanwhile, Kershope Forest is a few miles away for woodland walks and a bit further again is Kielder Water where you can walk through the forest or around the reservoir.

When it comes to dining out, there’s a superb fine dining pub 3 miles away from the property that offers an 8-course tasting menu. Ingredients are sourced locally, including from the kitchen garden at the estate. *For every meal booked a complimentary transfer is included, so you don’t have to worry about the driving. The pub is open Wednesdays to Saturdays, with a seasonal closure late December/early January. For details, please enquire before booking.

The city of Carlisle is about 12 miles away and offers plenty of shopping opportunities, places to eat and entertainment venues including The Sands centre that hosts a variety of shows, concerts and events.

There’s plenty of culture and history to soak up too.

Visit Carlisle Castle, the cathedral and the Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall runs close to Carlisle, so if you’re up for discovering a section of this coast-to-coast path (that stretches for 84 miles in total) then don’t forget to pack your walking boots. Meanwhile, the Northern Fells of the Lake District are about 25 miles away where you can climb mountains such as Skiddaw. Or visit the Caldbeck Fells and you’ll be rewarded with stunning views over the Solway estuary.

Getting around

A car is recommended for travelling to the property and ease of getting around. There is parking for two cars at the front of the apartment. However, the nearest train station is Carlisle, about a 20-minute drive away.