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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

Nestled in the tranquil village of Bampton in a small complex of similar picturesque cottages, this property is just 0.5 miles from the local pub, Post Office, garage and shop in neighbouring Bampton. Also just 2 miles away is the mysterious Haweswater Reservoir, home to red squirrels, birds of prey, badgers and peaceful picnic spots. Don your walking boots to follow the long craggy ridge to High Street, Kidsty Pike and Garburn Pass, or stroll around the reservoir of Wet Sleddale, 8 miles away. For supplies, drive 10 miles north to Penrith to browse its excellent selection of independent shops and eateries or to discover local history visit Lowther Castle, just 5.5 miles away.

Inside, this property is brimming with original charm. Cook and dine in the light and airy traditional kitchen, equipped with a fan oven, electric hobs, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer and farmhouse table. After long days on foot, sink into the sofas and relax and unwind in front of the roaring wood burner in the cosy lounge. With a TV and DVD player, plus a delightful window seat, this is a pleasant room in which to relax both day and night. A wide curved period staircase with uneven floorboards leads up to the bedrooms. There's an impressive king-size master bedroom with an en-suite shower room and wooden window seat for your morning coffee admiring the views. The second bedroom is a twin with river views. The family bathroom with shower over the bath completes the accommodation.

Outside, the large garden offers multiple spots for al fresco dining and relaxing in the sunshine. Browse the selection of fruit trees or enjoy a game of table football in the shed. Meanwhile, the tree house makes a great hiding place from the parents. There is off-road parking and storage for bikes or kayaks in the shed.

 

  • 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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