Offering quiet street views, The Old Map Shop is an accommodation set in Wigton, 33 km from Askham Hall and 38 km from Buttermere. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 28 km from Derwentwater. The holiday home has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with mountain views. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests at The Old Map Shop will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wigton, like hiking. Whinlatter Forest Park is 30 km from the accommodation, while Cat Bells is 31 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 113 km from The Old Map Shop.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Wigton
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  • Rhona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location great right on the Cumbria Way which we were walking.
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really cosy place, near the lovely village. Wish I could've stayed longer!
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the property. We had read the previous reviews which sounded exactly what we hoped for. We weren't disappointed. The accommodation was perfect for us and the village is quiet, lovely and friendly. Caldbeck is well placed for the hiking...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Ian

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score

Ian
The Old Map Shop is a Victorian Building which in the past has served as a village school and a chapel, before being used as a shop selling historic maps. It was renovated and converted into a holiday home in 2021.
I am grateful to live in Cumbria and glad to welcome guests to this beautiful county. I like to travel and have enjoyed the hospitality of Airbnb hosts all over the world. I respect guests’ privacy, but please do not hesitate to contact me before or during your stay if I can be of help to you. In addition to English, my partner speaks some basic French, Italian and Spanish. We live a short distance from the Old Map Shop and are available via text or e-mail to answer any questions.
The village of Caldbeck is in the quieter Northern part of the Lake District National Park. It is a great base for walkers and is on the Cumbria Way. It is a 25 minute drive to Keswick and to the historic city of Carlisle. There is a village shop and a well-reviewed pub, as well as gift shops and cafes.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Old Map Shop
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Good free WiFi 18 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Tumble dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Slippers
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    Media & Technology
    • Streaming service (like Netflix)
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    • Pay-per-view channels
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Sofa bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Balcony
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Hiking
      Off-site
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Old Map Shop takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 23:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 4 years are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    4+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    £15 per person, per night

    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    1 extra bed available upon request.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Old Map Shop in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about The Old Map Shop

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Old Map Shop on this page.

    • Check-in at The Old Map Shop is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The Old Map Shop can accommodate the following group size:

      • 2 guests

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

    • The prices at The Old Map Shop may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Old Map Shop has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

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

    • The Old Map Shop is 6.2 miles from the centre of Wigton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, The Old Map Shop is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Old Map Shop offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking