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Thimble Cottage

Pennington near Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 2965)

Customer rating

4.7★

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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139 Customer Review(s)

  • Khalid

    “We had a very warm, comfortable and peaceful week in Thimble Cottage.”

    The cottage was clean and well kept and the perfect size for the two of us. It was well situated for exploring Ulverston and surrounding area and lovely to be out in the countryside. Just have to take care on the narrow country roads. As other guests have said, coming down the stairs from the bedroom is an issue. Great care needs to be taken. Otherwise we had a delightful stay and would like to thank the hosts. Would definitely recommend.

    The cottage was clean and well kept and the perfect size for the two of us. It was well situated for exploring Ulverston and surrounding area and lovely to be out in the countryside. Just have to take care on the narrow country roads. As other guests have said, coming down the stairs from the bedroom is an issue. Great care needs to be taken. Otherwise we had a delightful stay and would like to thank the hosts. Would definitely recommend.

    - Khalid, September 2026

    Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re really pleased you had such a comfortable and peaceful week at Thimble Cottage and enjoyed exploring Ulverston and the surrounding countryside. Thank you also for your comments regarding the stairs. Being a traditional cottage, they are a little different to modern stairs and we do appreciate guests taking extra care. It’s lovely to hear that you had such an enjoyable stay and would recommend us. Thank you again for your kind words and we hope we can welcome you back sometime in the future Property Owner

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Summary

  • One galleried double bedroom (accessed by steep wooden staircase)
  • Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
  • Electric underfloor central heating on ground floor with electric storage heaters and woodburner
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, Dish washer, WiFi, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, CD
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Ample off road parking
  • Patio and small garden area with furniture and BBQ
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Free range eggs available
  • Shop 3 miles, pubs 2 miles. EV charging is not allowed at the property
  • There is a list of local charging points in the welcome pack

The property

Thimble Cottage is a stone built semi-detached barn conversion set in a pretty and secluded position in the little hamlet of Pennington.

The cottage sleeps two people in one stunning, galleried double bedroom.

This cosy holiday property offers superb accommodation including an open plan living area with a wood burner, and a small front garden with patio, a lovely spot to relax in after a day spent exploring the surrounding area.

Thimble Cottage is a charming romantic retreat for those who love the great outdoors.

Ewe Dale Barn Cottages

A group of traditional South Lakeland stone cottages, nestled in a peaceful position within the quaint Hamlet of Pennington. Surrounded by beautiful reservoirs and incredible 360-views of the encompassing scenery of the Lake District National Park, this cluster of cottages is perfect for a large group getaway, whether travelling as a family or friends seeking an action-packed adventure in this stupendous part of the country. The neighbouring town of Ulverston can be found just a few miles away, offering an abundance of amenities including a handful of pubs, extensive selection of cafés and restaurants, and a well-established convenience store selling all the essential household items. There's much fun to be had in the area with attractions such as the Water Park Lakeland Adventure Centre and the National-Trust-owned Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve right on your doorstep, as well as many spectacular hiking routes including Mill Beck Abbey Walk, Birkrigg Common and Grizedale. Bowness-on-Windermere, Kendall and Cartmel lie within easy touring distance, with The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Cartmell Fell and 14th-century remains of Sizergh Castle offering fantastic days out for the whole family to enjoy. Climb the heights of Black Fell, Scafell Pike and Swirl How, or see Ambleside Roman Fort and the National-Trust-owned Wray Castle, to learn of the Lake Districts rich history. An excellent base from which to discover the true delights of Cumbria.

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About the location

PENNINGTON

Ulverston 3 miles; Coniston 11 miles.

Pennington is a small hamlet with a scattering of dwellings, farms and country pubs, situated on the beautiful Lake District Peninsula, an area of tranquillity, gentle hills and unspoilt walking country. Locally, the start of the Haematite and Cumbrian Way footpaths can be located, and the twin pubs at Great Urswick Tarn are renowned locally for their fine ales and good food. Pennington's nearby neighbour, Ulverston, is an ancient market town that still holds a street market every Thursday and Saturday. Today, the town is well known as a “Festival Town”, with events throughout the year, and as the birthplace of Stan Laurel - it is now home to the only Laurel and Hardy museum in the world! Facilities include a wide range of independent shops, pubs, restaurants, a cinema and a leisure centre. All of the attractions of the National Park are easily reached. The Furness Coast boasts sandy beaches and good birdwatching. Nearby family attractions include Furness Abbey, the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, the South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Conishead Priory, Holker Hall and Muncaster Castle.

Please be advised- Thimble Cottage will sleep a maximum of 2 people, extra guests sleeping in the property is not permitted and you may be asked to leave without a refund if you are found to be overoccupying.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute

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