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Courtyard garden to the rear
Snug area attached to the main bedroom
Entrance and front courtyard
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Kirkgate Cottage

Cockermouth, Lake District
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Tucked away in the old part of Cockermouth, ideal for a romantic getaway with the dogs
  • Close to independent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs
  • Ideal for exploring the north-western Lake District as well as the Solway Coast
Overview
Property code: SZ294

A traditional, two-storey cottage, with a bright, inviting interior, set in the market town of Cockermouth, yet also perfect for days out and long walks in the Lakes.

A pretty, cosy and welcoming cottage in the heart of the historic town of Cockermouth, this delightful hideaway makes a fantastic retreat for a couple with your dogs. Offering relaxing accommodation for two guests and a four-legged friend, this charming property is ideal for discovering the northern edges of the magnificent Lake District. This traditional cottage has been decorated in light, soothing tones, and retains original timber beams. With the spellbinding Cumbria coastline to the west and Bassenthwaite Lake to the east, this is a lovely escape for eager walkers making the most of this breathtaking area.

Entering this cosy property, the porch is an ideal space to leave outdoor gear and towel down your four-legged friend before heading through to the airy lounge/diner. With a feature stone wall, Smart TV and comfortable seating, this is an ideal space to snuggle up, watch a movie or chat into the night. The dining area is perfect for sharing a romantic meal for two which you can rustle up in the light and fully equipped kitchen. Going upstairs, the first-floor bedroom has a relaxing king-size bed and a vaulted ceiling with original exposed beams. There’s also a stylish shower room as well as a handy snug with a sofa and Smart TV. Heading outside, the courtyard and patio – which are part of the owner’s garden – provide a charming spot for a glass of wine in the evening.

Cockermouth has a range of great dog-friendly cafes and pubs, with some wonderful local walks for your dogs to discover. There are some fantastic pet-welcoming beaches along the Cumbria coast, including those at Maryport (7.5 miles) and Allonby (10 miles). There are endless breathtaking walks throughout the Lake District, with Crummock Water (8 miles), Loweswater (7 miles) and Bassenthwaite Lake (6 miles) all within easy reach.

  • Sleeps 2+1 - please note the snug which includes the single bed is part of the main bedroom and is not private
  • 1 bedroom – king-size
  • 1 shower room
  • Gas oven and hob, microwave, integrated fridge with freezer box, dishwasher, kettle and toaster
  • Washing machine
  • Electric fire in lounge
  • 2 Smart TVs (in lounge and snug)
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Enclosed courtyard to the front of the property and courtyard garden t the rear. The rear garden is a section of the owners garden. Please note that their is a pond in the owners private section of garden, so dogs and children need to be supervised
  • Parking available outside the cottage on a first come, first served basis. (there is parking for 4 cars and this is shred with the neighbouring properties). On street disc parking is also available and public par and display car parks are a few minutes walk away.
  • Please note there is currently scaffolding on the property next to the cottage, this doesn't impact the cottage or courtyard.
  • Pubs, shops, restaurants under 0.25 miles
  • Arrival: 17:00 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.

Holly Popham

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andrew 11th March 2024

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A lovely "private" cottage in the midst of pleasant, centrally located small town, easy access to a number of routes in and out of Cockermouth and The North Lakes, the Lake District as a whole and also the opportunity to visit Hadrian's Wall and the Roman excavations which are a little over an hour away. "The Bitter End Pub" is just down the road aRead morend offers both a welcome and great food and drink. Thank you for a great holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Steve 19th February 2024

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A lovely clean cottage ideally situated in Cockermouth . Plenty of places to eat and drink all within a short walk-in distance .

Reviewed by Andrew 16th February 2024

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Pros: Lovely clean cottage in a great location. Ideal for exploring northern lakes Very near The Bitter End pub which serves great food and beers. Cons: Bed, bedding and seating in lounge were uncomfortable and poor quality compared to other cottages weve stayed in.

Reviewed by Benjamin 27th January 2024

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Reviewed by Alistair 1st January 2024

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Reviewed by Helen 8th December 2023

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Would highly recommend this property. The location was amazing, communication from the owner was excellent, the property itself is lovely, very clean and has everything you need, wouldn't hesitate to book again and will definitely return

Reviewed by Neil 11th October 2023

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The Cottage was perfect. Although this was a work trip I was there for fours weeks, so weekends to myself. I found it a great place to relax and tucked away, yet only a short distance from Shops and a handy Pub"

Reviewed by David 23rd September 2023

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lovely little cottage set back between the buildings and no more than a stone throw from the town, yet so quite. clean, warm, spacious and ticked all the boxes. definitely returning next year.

Reviewed by Mark 8th September 2023

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A nice clean property in a good location for visiting the lake district and beyond. Parking can be an issue but we managed to work around it. Cockermouth itself is a lovely small town don't miss out on the riverside walk past the castle and the brewery. There are also a couple of reasonable eateries within walking distance of the cottage.

Reviewed by Barry 25th August 2023

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Reviewed by Isobel 14th July 2023

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Reviewed by Cynthia 17th March 2023

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Difficulty parking although car park near by at 6.30 per day. Only when unpacking and packing the car was it a difficulty really. Lovely little cottage for two. Thoroughly enjoyed weekend.

Reviewed by Naledi 20th February 2023

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The cottage was as pictured and conveniently close to beautiful walking trails and the town. The locals were friendly and helpful, and our host Matt was kind and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great stay. The cottage was spotlessly clean. Thank you, Matt, for your kindness and assistance during our stay. Highly recommend and can't wait toRead more return! Hide

Reviewed by Sandra 22nd December 2022

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Reviewed by Rachel 8th October 2022

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Access was tricky as scaffold pole in middle of pathway - we think we should have been notified prior to arrival Getting a parking space is unlikely as property is on a residential street Bed is uncomfortable and creaky, needs replacing Living room furniture not suitable for relaxing on - think hospital waiting room Decor is lovely and the marketinRead moreg photos are spot on but we were left disappointed Windows overlook a wall so no outside view We left a day early Wine was a nice touch though. Hide

Reviewed by Tom 30th September 2022

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Lovely and clean but the bed needs skipping

Reviewed by Fiona 25th September 2022

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Very cosy and comfortable cottage in a central location, it was very clean and well-equipped, although we tended to eat out at midday rather than cook. The Swan pub nearby was also worth a visit.

Reviewed by Nicola 16th September 2022

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Lovely, comfortable cottage, in a good location for town and some good pubs and restaurants. (Bitter End pub and Spice Club were great). Parking is most likely to be in nearby car park as space outside cottage very limited and rarely vacant.

Reviewed by Catrin 28th August 2022

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Our stay at the cottage was disappointing as we left a night early due to no wi-fi and myself not having signal. The living room chairs are uncomfortable to sit on to relax and chill. No fencing in backyard area as another dog from other cottage was coming over to our side of the patch when my dog would be out there. Front gate to cottage not workiRead moreng and overgrown bushes. The towel rack in the bathroom rusting the floor. The kitchen was well equipped and cleanliness was very good. Hide

Reviewed by Rachel 29th July 2022

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Lovely and comfortable, we enjoyed our stay. I've put good for location as Cockermouth isn't as pretty as some other towns e.g. Ambleside. Very central. The owner was responsive when Netflix needed an installation code (the code provided worked fine). Great kitchen facilities and some thoughtful touches, e.g. dog bowls and beds, leaflets and tips fRead moreor restaurants. Predeparture email said dogs can't go upstairs, difficult to enforce as there were no doors, we would suggest a baby gate. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 22nd July 2022

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It was just perfect! Very comfy and had plenty of room for 2 adults and 1 dog. Set in the perfect location.

Reviewed by Mei 8th July 2022

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Will never stay there again!

Reviewed by Andrew 4th July 2022

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Reviewed by Elizabeth 24th June 2022

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A lovely wee cottage so comfortable and clean will definitely be back and recommend to anyone thinking of a lovely break in Lake District

Reviewed by Allison 20th May 2022

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Second visit. Clean comfortable and enough space for the two of us All of equipment we could need was there there, and the Welcome Wine was just that

Reviewed by Helen 18th April 2022

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Lovely, comfy, modern cottage in a good location for exploring that part of the Lakes.

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