Holiday Cottages near Penrith, Cumbria
Escape to the edge of the Lake District. Our three self-catering cottages in Great Strickland and Eamont Bridge are just 4 miles from Penrith town centre — close enough for shops and restaurants, quiet enough to feel like a proper getaway. Book direct and pay no booking fees.
Our Cottages near Penrith
Fern Cottage — Great Strickland, 4 miles from Penrith
3 bedrooms, sleeps 5. Dog-friendly with enclosed garden. Wood-burning stove, fully equipped kitchen, 200 yards from the village pub. Ideal for families wanting easy access to Penrith and the Lakes. View Fern Cottage →
Maple Cottage — Great Strickland, 4 miles from Penrith
3 bedrooms, sleeps 6. A beautiful 17th-century barn conversion with oak beams and open fireplaces. Dog-friendly with private garden. Our largest cottage — great for families or friends exploring the Penrith area. View Maple Cottage →
Rittson Cottage — Eamont Bridge, 2 miles from Penrith
2 bedrooms, sleeps 4. A quirky riverside cottage on the banks of the River Eamont. Walking distance to the pub, and just 2 miles from Penrith centre. Perfect for couples or a small family. View Rittson Cottage →
Why Stay near Penrith?
Penrith is the gateway to the Lake District’s quieter northern half. Unlike Windermere or Keswick, it’s a real working market town — with independent shops, excellent restaurants and a twice-weekly market. From here you can reach Ullswater in 15 minutes, Keswick in 30, and Windermere in 45.
Getting Here
- By car: Junction 40 of the M6 motorway — less than 4 hours from London, 90 minutes from Manchester, 1 hour from Glasgow
- By train: Penrith station is on the West Coast Main Line with direct services from London Euston (3.5 hours), Edinburgh (1.5 hours) and Manchester (2 hours)
- From Penrith station: Our cottages are a 10-minute taxi ride away
What’s on Your Doorstep
In Penrith Town (4 miles / 8 minutes)
- Penrith Castle — Free to visit, atmospheric 14th-century ruins right in the town centre
- Penrith Museum — Local history in the former Robinson’s School building
- Independent shops — Browse the arcades and side streets for books, crafts and outdoor gear
- Tuesday and Saturday markets — Fresh local produce, baked goods and artisan crafts
- Restaurants: Four and Twenty (bistro), Fellini’s (Italian), The Terrace (cocktails and small plates)
Within 15 Minutes
- Rheged Centre — Europe’s largest grass-roofed building. Cinema, exhibitions, shops and a great cafe
- Lowther Castle — 130 acres of gardens, adventure playground and the ruins of a dramatic castle
- Pooley Bridge — Pretty village at the northern tip of Ullswater. Pubs, gift shops and the Ullswater Steamers pier
- Brougham Castle — Atmospheric English Heritage site on the banks of the River Eamont
- Larch Cottage Nurseries — Beautiful plant nursery with a gallery and coffee shop, 1 mile from Great Strickland
Within 30 Minutes
- Ullswater — Steamer cruises, kayaking, wild swimming and some of the Lake District’s finest walks
- Aira Force waterfall — Spectacular 20-metre waterfall in National Trust woodland
- Appleby-in-Westmorland — Charming market town in the Eden Valley with a castle and riverside walks
- Haweswater — Remote reservoir surrounded by fell walks and home to England’s only nesting golden eagles
Eating and Drinking near Our Cottages
- The Strickland Arms, Great Strickland — 200 yards from Fern and Maple. Classic pub food, real ales, dog-friendly
- The Beehive, Eamont Bridge — 5-minute walk from Rittson. Beer garden, homemade food, dogs welcome
- The George and Dragon, Clifton — Michelin-recommended gastropub, 3 miles away
- Askham Hall — Award-winning restaurant in a grade I listed hall, 5 miles away
- J&J’s Ice Cream Farm, Strickland — Homemade ice cream from the farm next door. A favourite with our guests
Why Book Direct with Cottage Collection?
- No booking fees — Save up to 15% compared to Airbnb or Booking.com
- Best price guarantee — Our direct prices are always the lowest
- Personal service — Talk to us directly via WhatsApp anytime before or during your stay
- Local recommendations — We send a personalised area guide before you arrive
- Flexible — Special requests? Dietary needs? Just ask
Frequently Asked Questions
How far are the cottages from Penrith?
Rittson Cottage in Eamont Bridge is just 2 miles from Penrith centre. Fern and Maple in Great Strickland are 4 miles away — about 8 minutes by car.
Is there a supermarket nearby?
Penrith has a Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Booths (a north of England favourite). All are within 10 minutes of the cottages. For essentials, there’s also a Co-op in Stainton, 2 miles away.
Can I get to the Lake District without a car?
Penrith is on the West Coast Main Line with regular trains. From the station, local buses run to Ullswater and the surrounding villages. However, a car gives you much more flexibility, especially for reaching the more remote valleys and walks.
Are the cottages suitable for families with young children?
Yes. All three cottages have enclosed gardens, and we can provide travel cots and highchairs on request. Lowther Castle’s adventure playground is 10 minutes away, and the local area has plenty of family-friendly attractions.
Ready to explore Penrith and the Lakes?
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For more ideas on things to do during your stay, visit our Out & About guide.