With six impressive bedrooms, a copper hot tub, a games room and 3 acres of peaceful gardens, this superb retreat for 16 is made for relaxing together after days spent exploring the Cumbrian countryside. You'd be forgiven for spending your whole stay at the house, but when you feel like exploring, the foothills of the North Pennines are right on your doorstep. Climb Cold Fell, 6.5 miles away, or head to the rugged peatlands of RSPB Geltsdale, 6 miles away, where you may spot black grouse and short-eared owls. Hadrian's Wall and its numerous turrets (11 miles) are well worth a visit, and continuing along this route is Thirlwall Castle and Housesteads Roman Fort, which are both within a 22-mile drive. Nearby, Cumbria's capital, Carlisle (9 miles), offers a growing arts scene alongside many bars and restaurants, and then on the way back, enjoy a hearty dinner by the fire at the welcoming pub at Castle Carrock village (500 metres).
Step inside this striking Georgian gem, where a sensitive restoration and characterful interiors bring the period home beautifully back to life. In the lounge, a flickering wood burner and TV set the mood for a night in, while the Drawing Room is an impressive space for cocktails, with beautifully upholstered furniture and quintessential design. The bespoke, handmade kitchen, with its 4-metre-long marble countertop, is a dream for any keen chef, with more than enough appliances for group cooking and plenty of space to manoeuvre. You may even like to hire a private chef if you don't feel like cooking. In the same room, a large dining table with 12 chairs suits any meal, and also boasts views of the garden. Afterwards, enjoy a post-dinner coffee on the adjacent sofas. The games room is majestic and stacked with entertainment, whether you're using the board games, watching the TV or playing a game of pool. The Orangery is another stunning space in this magnificent house. It was originally added to the house in 1914 and has been artfully restored; it now boasts the wonderful Orangery bar where you can treat yourself to a tipple. When the evening draws to a close, you have the choice of a sultry ground floor king-size bedroom with a free-standing bath and an en suite shower room. Head upstairs to the five further bedrooms. All the bedrooms are individually designed and utterly beautiful, with luxury mattresses, wool toppers, and incredible views. Choose from the super-king-size bedroom with a copper bath tub, the king-size with the balcony and outdoor bath, the cosy twin suite, the lively dorm bedroom with three bunks which house six single beds, or the pretty tones of the final king-size. Whichever room you choose, you can be assured that all six bedrooms boast en-suite shower rooms, and radios for a night time listen.
Outside, you can take in the 3 acres of peaceful gardens while you slide into your four-person roll-top, bubbling copper hot tub, or fire up the BBQ and fire pit. Make pizzas and cook them in the pizza oven, or simply steal a few moments away with your book and the garden sofas. The property has ample parking spaces for all family members, making it easy to get out and about.