Longtown, Scottish Borders

Independent

Sleeps 4

2 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

An elegant and stylish apartment that’s fully accessible and comes complete with a high-tech platform lift. It’s a superb choice for family and friends to enjoy a countryside break together in Cumbria.

Winner of the Cumbria Tourism Awards 2024 for Self Catering Accommodation of the Year, Independent 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. This elegant and accessible, two-bedroom apartment caters for a group of family or friends with a wheelchair user, without compromising on luxury. It was once part of the Victorian stable block at the estate, yet the contemporary design cleverly incorporates a built-in platform lift to make transitioning between floors easy. Meanwhile, the estate parkland is perfect for taking in some fresh air, while the local Michelin starred restaurant, Pentonbridge Inn is excellent for a celebratory meal.

Why we love this

Accessible luxury apartment, complete with a lift, set on a 36-acre country estate
Well located for trips into the countryside, to Carlisle and to border towns
Complimentary mini-bus transfer* to the local fine dining pub when a meal is booked

Key Features

Dog-friendly

Countryside views

Electric car charging

Ground floor bathroom

Ground floor bedroom

Wood burner

Parking

BBQ - charcoal

Children welcome

Extensive gardens

Fire pit

Free-standing bath

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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 spacious and contemporary apartment features exposed beams and a host of features that make it ideal for a wheelchair user or someone with mobility issues.

On the ground floor there’s an accessible bedroom with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom. A built-in platform lift, that’s large enough for a wheelchair and one other person, allows easy access to the first floor living area. The space is open-plan and incorporates the sitting, dining and kitchen areas with plenty of room to socialise in style.

There’s sofa and armchair seating, a state-of-the-art pellet-burning stove for real flames at the touch of a button and a 40-inch Smart TV. The dining/kitchen area features a dining table and chairs, as well as an electric oven and induction hob, a microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Also on the first floor, is the second bedroom with a king-size bed which is zip and link so can be set up as two singles on request. The bedroom features an en-suite wet room. There is also a cloakroom with a WC on this floor.

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 the stable complex. Alternatively, a self-check-in 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

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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.

Swimming

Tennis

Cycling

Hiking

Horse riding

Walking

Yoga

Fishing

Golf

Spa experiences

Pilates

Paddle-boarding

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Location

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 minibus transfer is included, so you don’t have to worry about the driving (*minibus is not fully accessible). 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 next to the apartment. However, the nearest train station is Carlisle, about a 20-minute drive away.