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Iona Cottage - Lowther Valley

Bampton, near Penrith, Cumbria
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
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At a glance

  • Charming period cottage with woodburner nestled in the rolling countryside of the Lowther Valley
  • Just 7 miles to the tranquil shores of Ullswater, a great base for water sports enthusiasts
  • Family-friendly cottage with a play area and table football
Property code: OC-SZ271

Perfect for dogs and their owners exploring the glorious Lowther Valley, this traditional cottage offers cosy, warm and welcoming accommodation for four human and two canine guests. Situated in the north-eastern corner of the Lake District, this beautiful stone-built period property features wooden flooring, exposed beams, a charming window seat and a wood burner. With a large garden providing dogs with plenty of space to play, this pretty cottage is ideal for keen walkers exploring Haweswater Reservoir and Ullswater, both less than 10 miles.

Entering this characterful property the pretty lounge makes an ideal space for everyone to get together and relax. With a TV, DVD, plenty of seating, exposed ceiling beams, a window seat and a warming wood burner, this is a lovely space to unwind, chat about the day or watch a movie. Exploring further, the refreshing, spacious and fully equipped traditional kitchen/diner is perfect for preparing and sharing all your favourite family meals. A wide, curved staircase leads up to the two light, fresh and relaxing bedrooms: a charming en-suite king-size room with a wooden window seat, and a pretty twin room with views towards the river. This floor also features a handy family bathroom. Heading outside, the large garden has a children’s treehouse and plenty of space for dogs to play. There are several spots perfect for dining alfresco, and you can play table football in the games shed which also has plenty of space for storing bikes and kayaks.

The cottage is on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Bampton in a small complex of charming cottages and within easy reach of the bustling town of Penrith (9.5 miles). The area is ideal for dogs and their owners, with nearby attractions including Ullswater (8 miles), the ruins of Shap Abbey (4 miles) and the beautiful Haweswater Reservoir (1 mile).

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath. 1 en-suite shower room with basin and wc
  • This property dates back to the 17th Century so does have undulating floorboards and an uneven period staircase  
  • Fan oven, electric hobs, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer
  • Smart TV, with Amazon Fire Stick and DVD player. TV also in the bedroom
  • Wood burner
  • Enclosed garden with furniture and tree house
  • Table football in the large shed
  • Storage for bikes and kayaks
  • 2 allocated parking spaces near cottage
  • Pub 0.5 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sheila 16th May 2026

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Iona is a beautiful traditional cottage in a stunning location. It is well equipped and meticulously maintained. My main reservation was that it allows dogs rather than truly welcomes them. Trying to manage the numerous restrictions made it impossible to truly relax and enjoy my holiday.

Reviewed by David 3rd April 2026

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Really enjoyed our stay, its a beautiful cottage and comfortable. Perfectly positioned to enjoy the north of the Lake District with a short drive to Ullswater, Hadrians wall, Lowther castle and Keswick. A few electrical items didnt work but it didnt distract from our enjoyment. You have to have atleast one meal at the Marsdale Inn (book beforehand)Read more local pub with friendly locals and staff. Would love to stay here again. Hide

Reviewed by Rachel 27th December 2025

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Reviewed by Louise 24th October 2025

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Lovely location and property cleanliness just not that great!

Reviewed by Stephen 10th October 2025

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Lovely, quiet cottage in a very rural location. Well equipped kitchen, clean and comfortable. Good sized garden for dogs - although fenced it is not dog proof. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Jenny 29th September 2025

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Reviewed by D 12th September 2025

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Reviewed by Sarah 22nd August 2025

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Iona cottage is in a great location for walking and enjoying the local pub. It was spacious inside for four adults and three dogs, who also enjoyed the extensive garden.

Reviewed by Lynn 1st August 2025

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Idealic, tranquil, extreme comfort. Not a sound other than birds and trees swaying. Beautiful large enclosed garden. Olde worlde, fantastic character and features. I would live there permanently. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Jeremy 18th July 2025

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Lovely cottage but smells very strongly of wet dog, including the bedding. Dog hair gets everywhere. Upstairs T.V will not support Netflix as too old, needs upgrading, handy for keeping kids occupied when raining. Information pack outdated needs refreshing. The cottage is nice but needs some TLC. Other properties in the same price band offer more. Read moreWe have stayed a few times but due to nearly doubling in price we have opted to try somewhere different next year. Appreciate the welcome wine x Hide

Reviewed by Morag 4th July 2025

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Iona Cottage is a great wee cottage for your base in the Lakes if you don't mind a bit of driving. It's also great if you just want to get away from it all. The cottage is great for dogs with huge enclosed garden and parking for two cars. It has all the amenities you need for your visit and nearby Shap has a Coop and dus and chip shop if you run ouRead moret of anything or fancy a takeaway. We also dined at the nearby Mardale Inn which is excellent. This was the third time we have stayed here. Hide

Reviewed by R M 10th May 2025

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Reviewed by Val 4th April 2025

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A lovely cottage to stay in with great walks straight from the door. We all felt at home straight away & the dogs loved the huge garden. Everyone we encountered in the village & out on walks were all very friendly. Lovely holiday; wish wed booked for longer!

Reviewed by Giorgio 27th December 2024

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Reviewed by Jenny 12th August 2024

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Reviewed by Louise 26th July 2024

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Amazing holiday! Iona cottage is very welcoming, well equipped with everything you need and very cosy. The garden was the main reason I chose the cottage for the dogs and it was beyond our expectations. We cannot fault our stay and very much look forward to revisiting again.

Reviewed by Christopher 19th July 2024

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Reviewed by Dominique 12th July 2024

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The cottage is pleasant, comfortable and in a beautiful environnent. A welcome message would be appreciated. Wifi connections is fragile.

Reviewed by Jon 5th July 2024

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Fantastic cottage and location with a large garden which the dogs loved. The cottage itself is perfect for a break and is very quite and peaceful. Bampton is perfect location and many villages are accessible and easy to get to and enjoy days out. I would highly recommend

Reviewed by Amanda 21st June 2024

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Wonderful location and lovely large garden for the dogs, although not completely secure. The cottage was full of charm and very comfortable.

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