Holiday houses in Skelton

The Paddock, Ullswater

The Paddock is a detached cottage located in the heart of the National Park. The property sits in the Ullswater valley in the village of Watermillock and boasts views of the lake from its private balcony. It has a spacious garden equipped with a tyre swing and a driveway to accommodate a number of vehicles. You can walk to local pubs, the lake, the local camp shop, Pooley Bridge and Aira Force. In the evenings, dine in our open plan kitchen diner and then relax on the balcony or in the lounge.

Charming cosy cottage near Michelin -starred pub

Escape to the heart of cumbrian countryside with a stay at Westoe cottage, a delightful 18th century one bedroom retreat. With rustic charm, modern comforts, recently renovated . Perfect for couples or solo travellers in the peaceful village of Skelton on the edge of the Lake District. Only a short walk from a Michelin-starred pub. This cosy cottage offers a comfortable base to explore the Lake District, Eden Valley and beyond, Only 7 miles from Penrith. An ideal place to unwind and recharge.

Barn Owl Cottage

This 17th-century barn conversion is full of character, featuring exposed beams and stonework throughout. Upstairs, there is an open-plan kitchen and living area with a wood-burning stove, overlooking surrounding fields. An outdoor balcony provides a lovely space to relax and enjoy the view. The property also offers a wood-fired sauna with indoor hot and cold showers, which can be booked separately. An on-site café and coffee shop are just a short walk away. Dogs are welcome by arrangement.

Farrier's House near Ullswater

Farrier's house is a renovated barn conversion that was previously a farm shop. The house is located in the village of Stainton which is located 5 mins from the edge of the Lake District. It is only 5 minutes from Penrith, 10 minutes from Ullswater and 20 minutes from Keswick. Dogs are more than welcome! We also rent out Black Mesa on AirBnB should you need another property for friends and family! We live just down the road and so if you have any questions or problems we can quickly help.

Cheerful cottage convenient to the Lake District

Cobbler’s Cottage is the perfect place to stay for a relaxing break whilst exploring the Lake District and all that Cumbria has to offer. This modern, comfortable and well equipped one bedroom cottage has free parking and is located close to the M6. It is in an ideal location with some of the Lake’s most iconic places such as Ullswater, Helvellyn and Blencathra only a short drive away. Greystoke has a shop/post office, outdoor pool and the excellent Boot and Shoe pub is around the corner.

Blencathra Lodge, Former Fruit Store to the Castle

If you're looking for that ideal escape to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the beautiful Lake District, then Blencathra Lodge is the perfect place to be. Only 10 minutes from the M6 Motorway, we are perfectly situated so that you can enjoy this amazing part of the country. Set in the award winning gardens of Stafford House, itself an enchanting Grade 2 Listed "Folly" and nestling in the magnificent grounds of Greystoke Castle, your pets are more than welcome to stay with you too!

Cosy Woodland Cabin with Hot Tub. Bluebell

Surround yourself in wild woodland at Bluebell Highgate Cabin on the Hutton John Estate, set within the beautiful northern Lake District. A cosy retreat for two complete with a wood fired hot tub and breathtaking views across to the fells surrounding Ullswater. The bespoke-built cabin has an L-shape floor plan that offers a cosy open-plan living space with panoramic views. Bluebell cabin is perfect for cosy couple’s getaways or Lake District adventure weekends and is dog-friendly.

3Bed Lake District Home, Log Burner, Fenced Garden

Discover Woodland View, a renovated three-bedroom cottage in Unthank near Skelton. Well-equipped and child- and pet-friendly, it includes three beds, with a downstairs king and en-suite for accessibility, a log burner, large fenced-off lawn garden with woodland views, private parking, and a modern well-equipped kitchen. Perfect for families and small groups, it offers hiking, cycling, a Michelin-starred pub, and nearby attractions including the Lake District, Penrith, and Carlisle.

Stunning barn minutes from the Lake District

Toddles Barn offers a stunning, recently converted rustic retreat just minutes away from the wonders of the Lake District. Located in the small, friendly village of Skelton, the property is surrounded by rolling countryside & the foothills of the northern Lake District fells. Toddles reveals its history without compromising on modern conveniences. This 17th century building has been upgraded to provide the highest levels of comfort while featuring original stone and woodwork.

Rural 3-bedroom cottage in quiet village

Our mid-terraced cottage sleeps up to five guests in its three well-presented bedrooms, one of which is en-suite. The heart of the home is its living room, complete with a multi-fuel stove which brings some extra cosiness in the colder months, or somewhere to dry your boots after a day in the fells. We have free parking for two cars on the driveway outside the house, and around the back is a shared garden with outdoor seating, ideal for al fresco dining when the sun is shining!

The Barn

The Barn at Ellonby offers a peaceful and elevated setting with stunning views from every angle. The Pennines, Northern Lake District Fells and on a clear day views drift as far as Dumfries. The Barn is often sat above the cloud creating an amazing cloud inversion around us. Situated just 3 miles out of the National Park you are close enough to be there in minutes but also enjoy the relaxing setting in Ellonby afterwards avoiding any hustle and bustle of tourism

The Hayloft (on the doorstep of The Lake District)

First floor barn conversion located in the peaceful village of Newton Reigny, a 9 minute drive from the Lake District National Park border (lake Ullswater just 15 minutes away). The village has a pub & a small shop. A 5 minute drive from the historic market town of Penrith which has a selection of supermarkets, cafes, restaurants & amenities. Easy access to the A66 for Keswick. Very convenient to get to from the M6 motorway (junction 41).