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Horsman Cottage

Cockermouth, Cumbria
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Stylish, spacious ,three storey town house with a lovely enclosed garden great for your morning coffee or evening beverage
  • Unwind in front of the roaring wood burner after a busy day exploring the local area
  • Boasting a central location in the Georgian market town of Cockermouth on the fringes of the Lake District National Park
Overview
Property code: OC-94928

This contemporary cottage is perfectly located in the heart of the bustling market town of Cockermouth, on the edge of the Lake District National Park. Take a trip to the childhood home of famous poet William Wordsworth and explore the beautiful gardens which offer a peaceful retreat from the busy town centre. Cockermouth also boasts an array of local shops, art galleries, cafes, pubs, and restaurants. Pack your hiking boots and explore the lakes of Bassenthwaite, Buttermere, Crummock and Loweswater, all within an 11-mile radius. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy a trip to Lake District Wildlife Park (7 miles) whilst thrill seekers will love Whinlatter Forest (7 miles) where you can Go Ape or hire bikes to explore the forest trails. The popular market town of Keswick is only 14 miles where you can hire a boat or take a cruise on Derwentwater to enjoy the stunning scenery of the fells.

Upon entering through the front door, you step into a welcoming entrance hall. To your left is the snug, where a crackling wood burner nestled within an elegant fireplace creates a cosy ambience. Adjacent to the lounge is the well-equipped kitchen/diner, a space designed for culinary delights and shared meals. The kitchen features contemporary appliances, ample storage, and a dining area with a large table and chairs, perfect for gatherings with family and friends. Descending a set of steep cottage stairs from the ground floor, you find yourself in the TV room, a haven for entertainment enthusiasts. The room is dominated by a 65" Smart TV, offering a cinematic experience for movie nights or binge-watching sessions. Plush sofas provide comfortable seating for enjoying your favourite shows or films. Ascending to the first floor via set of steep cottage stairs, you reach the main lounge with Smart TV, another inviting space for relaxation. Also on this floor is a king-size bedroom, exuding comfort and style. The bathroom on this floor is a luxurious haven, featuring a classic roll-top bath and a separate shower cubicle. Continuing upstairs to the second floor, you find two more king-size bedrooms, each boasting charming sloping ceilings that add character to the space. There's also a shower room on this floor, providing convenience for guests.

Outside, the townhouse offers an enclosed courtyard garden, providing a tranquil outdoor retreat. The courtyard is adorned with stylish outdoor furniture, creating an ideal space for al fresco dining, relaxation, or enjoying a morning coffee.

  • 3 king-size bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 with roll-top bath, separate shower and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Gas rangemaster hob with electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner in lounge (first basket of logs provided)
  • Smart TV in lounge and 65” Smart TV in the TV room
  • Enclosed garden with outdoor furniture
  • Bike storage available
  • Parking available in pay and display car parks 0.25 miles. On -street parking limited to 2 hours with parking disc.
  • Shops, pubs and restaurants within 0.25 miles
  • Please note, the cottage contains steep stairs to the downstairs lounge and first floor, so may not be suitable for all guests
  • Please note - the bedrooms on the second floor all have sloping ceilings
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Holly Popham

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Nicola 31st May 2026

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Beautiful house which was perfect for 6 adults when in the house we spent most the time in the kitchen sitting at the lovely big table. The downstairs film room was very damp. We emptied the dehumidifier every day infact some days it was twice and it wasn't even raining for the week we were there!! The beds were very comfortable. The upstairs sRead morehower stopped working which was fixed the next day. Parking was at a car park around the corner which always had spaces. There's also an Aldi literally round corner so if we were popping back to get changed we left the cars in there. Nice walk into cockermouth from the house. Would definitely visit again. Hide

Reviewed by Marianne 9th April 2026

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Fantastic place to stay in beautiful Cockerham. We've never visited before, but the town people are really friendly and there are lots of shops, bars and restaurants to visit. Lovely walks along the river for the dogs was a real bonus. The house had everything you need for four people, it would be a squeeze to all fit into one of the rooms if thRead moreere were six of you wanting to sit together. The beds were really comfortable and the bathrooms luxurious with fantastic water pressure. It was good to have outdoor space for the dogs, it was a little chilly to sit out for us, but I expect it would be nice in the summer. All in all, a really lovely home from home in a great location. Hide

Reviewed by Anthony 31st January 2026

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On the whole bit disappointed re cleanliness,but overall very homely and apart from garden area being grubby we enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Ellen 3rd October 2025

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Reviewed by Sophie 26th September 2025

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Lovely cottage, excellent location. Loads of delicious eating out options, shopping and ideal location for going out in the car hiking with the dogs to our favourite locations

Reviewed by Jamie 6th September 2025

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Cottage location and decor was great, Cockermouth is a really nice town and a good base for exploring Cumbria Garden was a little untidy during our stay (not ideal with small dogs) and found some of the furniture in the cottage not particularly comfy. Although mentioned in the particulars the lack of parking is a bit of a pain and will add around 5Read more0 per week to the cost of your holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Maria 3rd August 2025

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Reviewed by Robert 18th July 2025

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Parking was a bit of a problem, noticed one car had a week,s residencial pass,that would have been very helpful

Reviewed by Jeanette 16th May 2025

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Beautiful house; ideal for our friends group. Ample space and compact garden for catching evening sun with a glass of whatever you fancy. Excellent location for our trip as we wanted access to Derwent, Scarness and crummock waters. We did fret about loading vehicles within the hour time frame but the car park was also close .

Reviewed by Judith 16th April 2025

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Reviewed by Alison 4th April 2025

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Great cottage, really well set up with everything we needed. Easy walk to shops, pubs and restaurants. Definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 13th February 2025

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This is a fantastic house with lots of space, comfy beds and interesting artwork! The kitchen is so well equipped it was better than home from home. We really wanted to just move in! I would thoroughly recommend it. The only real drawback is the lack of private parking. However, the nearby council car park was reasonably priced and we had no botherRead more. The location means everything you need is in walking distance. Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 24th December 2024

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Perfect it was spotless, I am very particular and couldn't fault anything. The only thing that would have been nice is a sofa in the TV /cinema room for a little more comfort as there was 5 of us and only 4 chairs. That's literally it. We had a lovely time and loved the location. Also amazing hosts who thought of everything

Reviewed by Tracey 6th December 2024

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Who lives in a house like this?? This is an adorable place to stay, the whole family where catered for and very comfortable. Easy access to the high street and local supermarkets, the park for dog that quick morning dog walk. Lots of space and separate space at that! The TV room was a hit for the boys of the group and the open fire was a cosy hit fRead moreor the dog. Would definitely recommend a stay here!! Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely home. Hide

Reviewed by Christine 6th September 2024

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Reviewed by Steven 16th August 2024

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Great place

Reviewed by Andrea 13th August 2024

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We had a lovely stay. Everything you could possibly need is provided. The beds are very comfy too. Only downside was the lack of parking as we had two cars, however there are a couple of car parks within walking distance.

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