The living room at Gardeners Cottage, Cumbria
Location Icon Longtown, Scottish Borders

Gardeners Cottage

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Sleeps 4
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathrooms
Nestled beside the walled garden of an historic mansion that’s set within 36 acres of private parkland in Cumbria, this charming stone cottage is cosy, elegant and packed with character.
Winner of the Cumbria Tourism Awards 2024 for Self Catering Accommodation of the Year, Gardeners Cottage 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. You’ll be enchanted by the rustic charm of this two-bedroom cottage which boasts views onto the estate’s kitchen garden, exposed ceiling beams and a log-burning stove. The estate grounds are perfect for a family walk or a picnic, while the local Michelin starred restaurant, Pentonbridge Inn is a great place for friends to sample the highly-regarded tasting menu.

Why we love this

  • Set within a Grade II*-listed mansion estate in 36 acres of private 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 Dog-friendly
Countryside views Countryside views
Electric car charging Electric car charging
Ground floor bathroom Ground floor bathroom
Ground floor bedroom Ground floor bedroom
Wood burner Wood burner
Parking Parking
BBQ - charcoal BBQ - charcoal
Children welcome Children welcome
Extensive gardens Extensive gardens
Fire pit Fire pit
Free-standing bath Free-standing bath
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Why Book with Us

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Our properties are handpicked and inspected in person before listing, and we regularly review them for quality control and your peace of mind.

Best Price Guarantee

We only work with the best owners, so in the rare event you find one of our properties listed elsewhere for less, we’ll refund you the difference. *

Exceptional Service

Our award-winning Guest Services team will not only help you find your dream holiday but will support you through every step of your stay.

This cosy, two-bedroom cottage is decorated in a modern style and is furnished to a very high standard. It’s ideal for a family or a group of friends.

On the ground floor there’s a long, open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and lounge spaces.

Original oak beams are a feature of the vaulted ceiling in this fantastic, light and airy space. At one end is the kitchen that features a breakfast bar with stools and is equipped with an electric oven and induction hob, a microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher and washer/dryer. In the middle is the dining area with a table and chairs. And, at the other end is the lounge which has sofa seating, a 40-inch Smart TV and a wood-burning stove. The sitting room and kitchen both benefit from windows that frame views of the estate’s lovingly restored walled garden.

There is also a ground-floor bedroom with a double bed and a family bathroom with a rolltop bath and a separate walk-in shower, a WC and a sink. On the first floor is the second bedroom that is also a double.

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. The cottage is located next to the walled garden, about a 2-minute walk from the main 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.

We plant a tree for every booking we make to help offset some of the carbon emissions generated by our stays.

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

Dog Exercise Area - we now have a dedicated area where dogs can be exercised off lead, this is located on the left-hand side as you make your way down the driveway, please ask at reception for information.

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.

  • 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

Bespoke your stay

Stay your way with our bespoke travel service. Our Guest Services team are available to tailor-make your holiday matching you with the perfect property and provide personalised recommendations on anything from local restaurants to unforgettable experiences.

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Experiences Nearby

Swimming Swimming
Cycling Cycling
Hiking Hiking
Horse riding Horse riding
Yoga Yoga
Fishing Fishing
Golf Golf
Spa experiences Spa experiences
Pilates Pilates
Paddle-boarding Paddle-boarding
Wild swimming Wild swimming
Kayaking Kayaking
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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.
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We are always happy to help and go out of our way to tailor your perfect UK holiday.

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