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Riverside At Armathwaite

Armathwaite, near Carlisle, Cumbria
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Hot Tub
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Beautifully styled mid-century modern property with British design house soft furnishings
  • Ideally situated to enjoy the Eden Valley, the Scottish borders and The Lake District National Park - with walks from the front door
  • Two pubs and the village shop all within a few minutes walk on a stunning setting on the river with large garden and covered hot tub
Property code: OC-78167

Treat your loved ones to a sumptuous stay at this truly special holiday home at Armathwaite, between the Lake District and North Pennines. Complete with hot tub and other luxury features, the eye-catching, five-bedroom property sleeps ten guests and enjoys proximity to the river. From here, venture out on walks through the Eden Valley, have a day out in Carlisle, 9.5 miles away, or simply enjoy your quality time together in this magnificent house, with its beautiful garden.

Step inside and wander through to the open-plan kitchen and breakfast room. Make everyone a fresh cup of coffee or a smoothie in one of the machines or a cup of tea from the boiling water tap. Find all the equipment you need in here too to help you prepare hearty holiday meals, plus a utility room and drying space. Set the table in the dining room; gather in the lounge in the evenings to find a film on the Smart TV or head into the games room. Discover a family wet room also downstairs. All your other bathrooms, with Smart TVs, are upstairs. These include two king-size bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom, and one with an en-suite shower room, a super-king-size room with Jack and Jill bathroom onto the landing, another super-king-size room with en-suite shower room, plus a twin with en-suite bathroom. Spill out into the splendid garden on sunny days. Watch the children, bubble in the hot tub or sit out around the fire pit. Light the Kadai BBQ and gaze out towards the river as supper sizzles. Find parking for four cars.

Drive 16 miles to Pooley Bridge in the Lake District to follow the 20-mile Ullswater Way or take a steamboat on the lake. Drive 7.5 miles to reach the North Pennines, with its many footpaths and hikes.

  • 5 bedrooms – 1 twin ,2 super king-size and 2 king-size
  • 3 en-suite bathrooms with shower over bath and WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms with showers and WC and ground floor wet room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, multi-functional microwave, coffee machine, dishwasher, fridge and additional
  • American fridge/freezer with ice machine
  • Electric fire in lounge and gas fire in breakfast area off kitchen
  • Ample private parking for up to 5 cars
  • Smart TV’s in every bedroom and in lounge with Freeview
  • Utility room with 1 washing machine
  • 6’3 Snooker table in converted garage with board and garden games
  • Covered 7 seater hot tub
  • Secure storage for bikes and sports equipment
  • Bathrobes included Additional pillows available in each room
  • Large mature garden with views across the river, two patio areas and charcoal BBQ (starter pack of charcoal included)
  • Please note there is no access to the riverbank from the garden of the property
  • Fire Pit
  • Please note that owner lives next door, privacy is guaranteed, but please be aware that the house does have other neighbours within close proximity, so your consideration is appreciated
  • Please note - this property is suited to quiet breaks in a peaceful environment and we welcome families, couples and relaxed getaways. Group bookings with a purpose of celebrating an event or holding a party, including stag and hen groups, will not be permitted.
  • Maximum occupancy of 10 including infants
  • Please be advised that EV charging is not supported at this property
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Lyndsey Campbell Casson

This property is personally managed by Lyndsey.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Michael 25th May 2026

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Riverside is a clean, spacious and well equipped property situated by the River Eden in Armathwaite, with well tended gardens on three sides and plenty of parking space on the drive. The local shop is 100 meters and well stocked. The Dukes head Inn is 50 metres, open Wed-Sun and the Fox and Pheasant Inn, over the river 250 meters and open every daRead morey. Both have a good selection of meals at reasonable prices so no need to drive to eat. Armathwaite is just off the A6 about half way between Penrith and Carlisle, and 30 miles from Keswick. Eight of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Hide

Reviewed by Erin 16th January 2026

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We had the best weekend away. Enough space for everyone, amazing facilities and beautiful views. Perfect location for walks and tranquility and the pubs were a perfect stumble away. Arlene was on hand and lovely. We will be back!!!

Reviewed by Cherrell 22nd October 2025

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This property surpassed all our expectations. The host couldnt have been more helpful and friendly too. The property was spacious, warm and well equipped. We loved the extra touches like the luxury bedding; having bathrobes provided and flip flops when we used the super clean hot tub! We enjoyed the beautiful views from the large ground floor windoRead morews and the children had great fun playing in the den and large garden. Just perfect for a family get away! Hide

Reviewed by John 19th September 2025

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Riverside cottage at Armathwaite was a fantastic location with lovely views to the river and ideally placed for walks and the local pub and shop. The house itself was lovely with plenty of room for our party of 6 adults and 4 children. The huge garden was great for the children and the adults enjoyed the hot tub. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay Read moreand would recommend it. Hide

Reviewed by Maureen 5th September 2025

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Beautiful house, Aline and Chris were lovely l enjoyed a great weekend

Reviewed by Lisa 4th July 2025

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Excellent stay at this property! Excellent communication prior to stay. Property was lovely and felt home from home. Arlene has carefully thought of whats needed for a perfect stay (flip flops for hot tub use, dressing gowns, utensils all things you could of. Arlene is a lovely lady who works hard to make sure the property is ready for hire. Would Read more100 percent recommend this property for family and friends stay and hope future groups respect the property as well as we did. Hide

Reviewed by Julio 27th June 2025

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As a group of 9 everyone agrees that this property was incredible. It has everything you need for a lovely stay. Hot tub, very good fire/bbq area, a huge variety of cooking equipment. We left the property wanting to stay for longer. The location is very good with a lake and hiking trail near by. I honestly cant fault anything. Arlene, the host, wasRead more very welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed also providing us with good recommendations with pubs in the area. Hide

Reviewed by John 6th June 2025

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The property is very well looked after and was perfect for a double family celebration for my birthday and our golden wedding. The garden is massive and the view over the bridge makes it the perfect location for a family get together. The owners who live next door ensured that we had everything for our needs in what turned out to be a very enjoyablRead moree weekend. For those interested there are some great walks for all the family nearby. Hide

Reviewed by Martin 20th December 2024

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We really enjoyed our stay. its a lovely property in a great location. The Christmas decorations were a lovely touch. Arlene and Chris being next door is very helpful. They were great hosts.

Reviewed by Tracey 25th October 2024

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What a beautiful house. What Arlene & Chris have achieved is incredible and the photos dont do it justice. We had a great week, perfect location to visit all areas of the Lakes and the house made it. It hosts all the things you could imagine you may need and more. Would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed by Claire 11th October 2024

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A fantastic stay for a large group of friends (5 couples). The cottage has been well thought out and has everything we needed for a fantastic weekend away!! It is so spacious, you can get easily lost in the house! It is so quiet upstairs, you cant hear anything in the bedrooms from other rooms. It is in a fab location, lovely little village! PerfecRead moret for nice walks and afternoons in the pub. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 2nd August 2024

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High spec, spacious, well equipped, relaxing place to stay. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Caroline 26th July 2024

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Excellent property in beautiful setting by the river with 2 pubs and a village shop. House Very stylish, well equipped and of a very high standard. Lots of lovely outdoor space and hot tub to enjoy. Owners very helpful and we would return in a heartbeat.

Reviewed by John 12th July 2024

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Cottage and surrounding area was great.

Reviewed by Graham 21st June 2024

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What an amazing location with owners who truly care and look after their property. They could not have been more accommodating and also available should you need anything during your stay. I can not recommend this place highly enough and we will certainly be back. We stayed as a group of 10 and can not fault any part of the accommodation or villageRead more and surrounding areas. Get yourself booked up! Hide

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Sallys Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.