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Chestnut Cottage At West View

Carlisle (3mls SE), Cumbria
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Relax in front of the cosy wood burner after a busy day exploring
  • Spacious property for two with great walking and cycling routes close by
  • Perfect location for visiting the Lake District, Solway Coast and Scottish Borders
Property code: 85163

Spacious, property with high ceilings, a cosy wood burner and finished to a high standard throughout. Lots of wildlife to watch in the garden and the beautiful Solway coast just a short drive away.

Set amidst tranquil countryside, this spacious property welcomes you with high ceilings, a warming wood burner, and a pristine finish throughout. The expansive garden teems with wildlife, and the stunning Solway coast is just a short drive away, promising a relaxing getaway for a couple or solo traveller.

As you step inside this delightful annexe, you'll immediately feel at home. The entrance opens into a well-appointed kitchen featuring an island, a convenient breakfast bar, and a comfortable chair. From the kitchen, you'll find a double-height lounge complete with a snug wood burner, a Smart TV, and sumptuous sofas—the perfect spot to unwind with a glass of wine and a good book or enjoy a movie night. The gorgeous tiled bathroom completes the ground floor. Climb the stairs to the landing that overlooks the lounge. Here, you'll discover a king-size bedroom tucked romantically under the sloping eaves of the roof, complete with an en-suite shower room. Outside, a small private garden and a charming decking area offer an ideal place to soak up the sun on a summer evening or sip your morning coffee while planning the day's adventures.

This location serves as the perfect base for exploring the Cumbrian coast, the scenic beauty of Scotland, and the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District National Park. Situated in the picturesque countryside, you’re 3 miles from the heart of Carlisle, where you'll discover an array of shops, bars, and restaurants. You'll find plenty of attractions to explore, including the historic Carlisle Castle, the fascinating Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, and the inspiring Solway Aviation Museum. For those looking to venture further afield, Carlisle train station provides regular direct services to both Edinburgh and Glasgow, making it easy to embark on a day trip to these vibrant Scottish cities. 10 miles away lies the famous Scottish town of Gretna Green, known for its iconic wedding anvil and excellent shopping opportunities at the outlet village.

  • 1 bedroom – king-size
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite with shower and WC and 1 bathroom with bath, shower and WC
  • Kitchen with electric hob and oven, coffee machine, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Wood burner in the lounge (first basket of logs included)
  • Welcome pack on arrival
  • Private parking for up to 2 cars
  • Enclosed area for dogs
  • Pub, restaurants and shops less than 2 miles away
  • Owners live on site, but privacy is guaranteed
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Lyndsey Casson

This property is personally managed by Lyndsey.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 40 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ina 20th November 2024

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The annexe of the house was very spacious, especially for two people. A large well equiped kitchen, an atmospheric room with a woodburner we used every evening and a very spacious bedroom on the topfloor. And even two bathrooms! We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage. Friendly owner. Nice garden. The house is on a small road in the coutryside, wRead morehat we very much enjoyed. Just between the Lake District and the southern part of Scotland. So much to see and do! Hide

Reviewed by Antony 28th October 2024

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Reviewed by Carole 22nd October 2024

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Lovely, spacious, comfortable cottage. Very well equipped kitchen and cosy wood burner. Great base for Carlisle, Solway and Northern Lakes areas.

Reviewed by Paula 11th October 2024

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This property is superb! A real home from home! Perfect location for the lakes and Scotland, loved everything about it. Lovely welcome pack on arrival and the property was spotlessly clean. We will definitely find time to go back again.

Reviewed by Dominic 20th September 2024

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The cottage is extremely clean, well equipped and furnished. The owners were attentive, helpful and very kindly left fresh bread, cheese, jam, tea, coffee and milk for our arrival.

Reviewed by Dawn 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Deb 1st September 2024

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Very clean with lovely welcome items. Milk, tea, coffee, butter, cheese, fresh bread, crackers and biscuits. The facilities are great, (two bathrooms) furnishings are very comfortable, I had the best nights sleep in ages. So did our dog. Plenty of parking space and great outside space. Property is on a very fast and busy road, this did not disturb Read moreus, just needed to be wary when the dog was outside. Overall, a fabulous property and would highly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Gordon 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by John 26th July 2024

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A great property which was very clean and well equipped. The location is a great base for visiting the surrounding areas. Recommended

Reviewed by Laurel 19th July 2024

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This lovely cottage and the photographs shown didnt do it justice. Spacious and has everything anyone could need. Really comfortable in every way. I was so impressed with a lovely enclosed field for my dog and beautiful scenery all around. The owners Joanne and Brian are wonderful and food I thought Id need to rush out and buy were awaiting us whicRead moreh was a lovely surprise! Lovely quiet location yet near to amenities and not a far drive from some lovely beaches. We had a fabulous time! Thank you Hide

Reviewed by Angela 7th June 2024

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The cottage is very homely, comfortable and very spacious. Loved the welcome pack a really nice thought. The owners were really nice and friendly. Just loved the dogs. I would highly recommend this lovely cottage.

Reviewed by Samuel 31st May 2024

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The cottage wad lovely. A wee bit off the beaten track. You needed a car to get out and about. Good location for Carlisle and the lake district. Also Keswick which is dog friendly. There is a separate bit in the grounds to exercise dogs. The welcome pack was appreciated

Reviewed by Lothar 5th April 2024

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Reviewed by Susan 8th March 2024

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Brilliant place to stay on all counts. The accommodation couldnt be bettered, comfortable, warm, clean, well designed and well equipped. Lovely, helpful owners next door who respect privacy but are there when needed. The area is fabulous, near the coast, the Lakes, Scottish Lowlands, Hadrians Wall, Kielder Forest. Lovely pub, the Drovers, just a coRead moreuple of miles down the road. Thoroughly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Audrey 23rd February 2024

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Highly recommend this property. Exceptionally clean and comfortable. The owners take great care in ensuring that guests are happy and content with everything. Would happily return for future holidays.

Reviewed by Jane 9th February 2024

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Home from home!! Wonderful facilities, peaceful atmosphere and very tasteful throughout. Would certainly stay there again.

Reviewed by William 29th January 2024

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Beautiful cottage in lovely grounds, very friendly and helpful owners , would recommend this place 10/10

Reviewed by Lawrence 1st December 2023

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Very modern property and well equipped and presented nice welcome pack, the cottage is warm and comfortable. Owners friendly. The cottage was spotlessly clean and fresh. Access to Carlisle and Lake District quick and easy. Nice pub nearby (Drovers Rest).

Reviewed by Clive 10th November 2023

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Reviewed by Melanie 22nd October 2023

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Lovely cottage spacious and modern! Great!

Reviewed by Mari 16th October 2023

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We had a very relaxing much needed break in this fabulous warm and cozy cottage. The cottage has everything you would need for a relaxing self catering break, lovely warm light sitting room, brilliant spacious kitchen, modern bathrooms. The cottage is ideal for visiting the Northern Lakes area. Thanks for the welcome pack, much appreciated. We woulRead mored stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Sylvia 13th October 2023

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This cottage is amazing!!! No problem giving five stars for everything. Beautifully appointed and extremely comfortable. Everything you could possibly want or need. Great welcome pack too which was just lovely on our arrival. No problem recommending this cottage to friends and family. Thank you Brian and Joanne!!!

Reviewed by Stephen 6th October 2023

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This was by far the best property i have stayed in, the cleanliness and presentation when you arrive was excellent along with the welcome pack. We only met Joanne who was very helpful and made sure our stay was incident free. You were made welcome from the arrival to end. I would highly recommend this cottage. many thanks to the Champkins family

Reviewed by David 22nd September 2023

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The welcome pack was a nice surprise & the cottage was very homely. Well equipped & spacious. Ideal location for exploring Carlisle & the surrounding area. If in the area again would stay again without hesitation

Reviewed by Wendy 15th September 2023

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Reviewed by Catherine 8th September 2023

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Lovely cottage , terrific owners next door with two great teenagers ! The welcome pack was excellent , homemade jam lots of lovely treats , its a great place for solway coast , Carlisle the lakes , 1st class accommodation , comfy bed , two good showers , loads of hot water . The drovers rest pub is a real old fashioned establishment .the weather waRead mores very kind to us , lovely to sit on the terrace with a glass of wine .it is situated on a fast road , but didnt intrude on an excellent weeks break Hide

Reviewed by Charlotte 1st September 2023

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We had the best week at chestnut cottage and didnt want to leave. The cottage has everything you could need and the cottage owners are just lovely, nothing was too much bother. The welcome package was a lovely touch! We will certainly be back and recommend to all out family and friends. Very central for visiting Scotland and the Lake District.

Reviewed by Ken 25th August 2023

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Great Cottage, the best we have stayed in, great location for capturing the Lake District, north Cumbria and the Scottish Borders., Very dog friendly, the best we have stayed in. Great parking facilities. Great hosts, very helpful.

Reviewed by Pauline 4th August 2023

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The cottage was lovely very clean and everything that you needed there . Owners were on site if we needed anything and were really friendly. It was also very dog friendly the owners left us a welcome pack and treats and bowls for the dog he loved it we will definitely be back

Reviewed by Jeanne 28th July 2023

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Booked a weekend away for our wedding anniversary. Cottage was lovely and had all the equipment you would have at home. Items such as bread, milk, crackers cheese, jam were there on arrival which is always a lovely touch.

Reviewed by Carole 21st July 2023

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The cottage was amazing and was ideal for us and our dog. Joanne and Brian were the perfect hosts and provided us with an unexpected and very appreciated welcome pack. Would definitely visit again.

Reviewed by Joan 30th June 2023

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We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was very spacious, very clean and everything you needed was there. Joanne and Brian, the owners, were perfect hosts, very friendly. We were greeted with a lovely food hamper waiting for us in the kitchen with local produce in it. Plenty of outside space, with provision to eat outside if you wished. We cRead morean definitely recommend this property. Hide

Reviewed by John 9th June 2023

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Spacious, clean and comfortable cottage. Convenient location for either Lakes or Scottish Borders. Considering it is on a country lane we were surprised by the traffic noise at night.

Reviewed by Lucy 29th May 2023

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Cottage had everthing you needed, was clean and modern. Owners very nice and attentive. We used it as a base to visit the surrounding areas. If on the other hand you just want to relax then the place is ideal.

Reviewed by Mark 1st May 2023

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Beautiful cottage and very well looked after and clean. Very spacious kitchen and bedroom and felt very cosy with the log fire on. Just 20 mins from Penrith and the edge of the lakes and 10 min drive to the Scottish border so in an ideal location. Highly recommend for a romantic break away.

Reviewed by virika 1st April 2023

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We had a fantastic stay here with Joanne and Brian. The cottage is one of the best we have stayed in - stylish and comfortable. We enjoyed visiting the Lake District and Southern Scotland. Thank you for a great stay!

Reviewed by David 24th March 2023

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We had a lovely stay at this property, enjoying access to the beautiful Northern Lake District, Hadrians wall etc. Would strongly recommend The Crown and Thistle for a super pub meal, very friendly. Property layout was great, very comfortable and spacious. Thank you for the welcome pack, much appreciated.

Reviewed by Robert 17th March 2023

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This is a lovely cottage. Very clean warm and comfortable. A good selection of goodies as a welcome gift and very accommodating owners. It is in a good location for Gretna , The Lakes and the west coast.

Reviewed by Maria 22nd February 2023

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From the instructions given, the Cottage was easy to find and access. On arrival we found an information folder providing all the necessary instructions about the property, the owners and recommendations for the area. There were also nice welcome provisions for tea and coffee, as well as little extras for breakfast.

Reviewed by David 30th December 2022

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From arriving until we left, our stay was lovely. The little welcome touches were really thoughtful. Unfortunately, we brought our own biscuits, cheese and butter etc, so didnt need to use what was there. The property was spotless and had everything you need for a real homely feeling. The sofas and the bed were really comfy, and the log fire warmedRead more up the whole place after our long walks in the rain at the Lakes. Thank you for a lovely, memorable stay for New Year Hide

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