Swallows Nest is located in Carlisle, just 17 miles from Askham Hall and 27 miles from Derwentwater. The property is around 15 miles from Brougham Castle, 18 miles from Whinfell Forest, and 21 miles from Thirlwall Castle. The vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. Featuring free private parking, this 3-star vacation home also features free Wifi. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at Swallows Nest will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carlisle, like cycling and fishing. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Cat Bells is 29 miles from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 58 miles from Swallows Nest.

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Property highlights

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.5
Facilities
7.5
Cleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.5
Value for money
10
Location
7.5
High score for Carlisle

Guests who stayed here loved

  • Stephanie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm, cosy cottage in quiet location. Just a mile from hood pub and village shop. lots of walking and cycling from the cottage. loved the peacocks!

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

Swallows Nest is a semi-detached barn conversion located on the fringes of Armathwaite, adjacent to a dairy farm in Cumbria. It boasts two bedrooms; a double and a twin, sleeping four altogether. There is also a shower room and an open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. To the exterior is your own private garden with patio and lawn, and there is ample off-road parking. Swallows Nest invites you to enjoy a quality break exploring the Lake District. Wood Fired Hot Tub available Sun-Fri only

Neighborhood info

Armathwaite is placed for exploring the Lake District, Eden Valley and the Solway Firth. It has two pubs with restaurants, a Post Office and a shop, with The River Eden running through the village. The area is known for fishing, walking, canoeing and climbing. Armathwaite Castle is a four-storey Pele Tower, and the 15th century church has stained glass windows. The Eden Gorge, between Lazonby and Armathwaite is worth exploring. The railway station is a stop on the Settle-to-Carlisle Railway, a beautiful journey.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Swallows Nest

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    • Hot tub
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Miscellaneous
    • Smoke-free property
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Swallows Nest takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:30
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    One well behaved dog welcome

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Swallows Nest

    • Check-in at Swallows Nest is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Swallows Nest offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing

    • Swallows Nest is 8.1 miles from the center of Carlisle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Swallows Nest may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Swallows Nest has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Yes, Swallows Nest is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Swallows Nest can accommodate this group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.