Fern Bank

4.9★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Amy
July 2024

“Very clean, comfortable property.”

Decor very tasteful. Plenty of space for a large group. The housekeeper Adam went above and beyond for us. Garden well maintained and pleasant space. A bit of milk as others have said would be useful, especially after a really long journey. As a suggestion, perhaps a hot tub in the garden would be nice

Decor very tasteful. Plenty of space for a large group. The housekeeper Adam went above and beyond for us. Garden well maintained and pleasant space. A bit of milk as others have said would be useful, especially after a really long journey. As a suggestion, perhaps a hot tub in the garden would be nice

- Amy, July 2024

Many thanks for your feedback Amy. I’m glad to hear Adam and his team did a wonderful job. I’m very lucky to have him take care of my property :) I hope you had a wonderful stay and hope to welcome you back sometime soon. Property Owner
Stuart May 2024

“A lovely property with great facilities.”

Nice part of Penrith and a good walk into town. Close to great countryside. Would have been useful to have had some milk in the fridge when we arrived.

- Stuart, May 2024

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to see that you had a lovely stay at Fern Bank. Let me see what I can do about the milk suggestion as another guest has also raised it, and it’s important to me that people have a wonderful stay. So all suggestions welcome and taken onboard :) Property Owner
Marilyn December 2023

“Absolutely amazing property.”

I loved everything about it,the size,the decor and above all relaxation which was what I needed as I was moving house in the NY so it was a blessing. Attention to detail and every comfort you could wish for was in this house. I cannot recommend it enough and look forward to booking it again in the future.

- Marilyn, December 2023

I’m really thrilled you enjoyed your stay! Hope the house move goes well! Property Owner
Karen October 2023

“A fantastic place to stay!”

Everything has been thought off and the property is well appointed, furnished and maintained.

- Karen, October 2023

Thank you so much, I’ve really worked hard to make Fern Bank as comfortable as possible so I’m so glad you enjoyed it! Come again soon! Property Owner
Rosie November 2022

“Fern Bank is absolutely gorgeous!”

We stayed mid November as a group of 8. The house is immaculate, beautifully decorated and furnished! The owners have thought of everything - built in speakers in the kitchen and bedroom, lovely crockery and the boot room for muddy shoes - all the little details! The living room is cosy, we made use of the open fire on all three nights. All 4 bedrooms were large with big en-suite bathrooms, all spotlessly clean on arrival. Full equipped for a weekend in the lakes - 5* property. We can’t wait to return next year.

- Rosie, November 2022
Claire February 2022

“Great house beautifully put together.”

Amazing entertaining area which was great for the private chef we hired. It is documented that there is a steam room but we were pleasantly surprised by that so for us an extra bonus. The bedrooms are incredible. Me and my husband stayed in the zip link twin/double and it was so spacious. The house is well heated so much so the log burner didn’t need to go on. Each room having its own bathroom was an absolute luxury and the details were wonderful from the Denby kitchenware to the treats on arrival. It’s a great location and we will definitely be back again.

- Claire, February 2022

Thank you for your lovely kind review. I’m so glad you enjoyed the treats on arrival and liked the property. The kitchen is my favorite part so I’m glad you enjoyed it with a private chef - what a fabulous idea! We hope to welcome you back! Property Owner
Eyad January 2022

“This is an absolutely stunning house!”

Very comfortable, well equipped with all you need for short or long stays. The steam room is a great feature for extra relaxation and recovery after those long walks. The house is very clean, well appointed and extremely spacious.

- Eyad, January 2022

Thank you so much for your review. I’m really glad you enjoyed your time at Fern Bank and we look forward to welcoming you back again in the future. Property Owner
Emma October 2021

“The house was generally very clean except a few hairs here and there and also popcorn and Pringles were left under the coffee table in the kitchen lounge area.”

Some of the door handles were very stiff, my children required help opening some of the bathroom doors. The house wasn’t as “rural” as the pictures suggested; it was part of a housing estate. The house itself was amazing, kitchen had everything you could think of. It was very plush and finished to a very high standard. Would definitely stay again.

- Emma, October 2021

Hi thanks for your feedback. Your family were some of my first bookings so I’m really grateful for your review. I’m glad you liked the house and the kitchen, it was a renovation of love and seemed to take forever! On the other points you mention I’ll take them on board/ rectify them. The property isn’t 100 per cent rural but it is an a lovely market town and in a conservation area at the top end of Penrith. Property Owner
Green party Oct 2021

“My children and I stayed at the house a couple of times over the summer holidays and we would definitely stay again.”

The house was decorated and furnished to a very high standard. There was plenty of space for everyone, including a lovely big living kitchen/dining area as well as two other separate living rooms. The kitchen had everything we needed and the bedrooms were very roomy. The bathrooms were all very luxurious, with special mention for the en-suite to the master bedroom including its amazing giant bath and lovely steam room. There was good outside space to enjoy the weather and the kids enjoyed playing in the garden while the adults relaxed with a glass of wine. The location was excellent – nice and peaceful=but within walking distance of the little town centre (although the return walk was harder as the house is located at the top of a bank). The town centre itself has lots of little restaurants, bars, shops and supermarkets (including an M&S food). There was also a little park a short walk away with lovely views over the hills, which the children enjoyed. There are plenty of tourist attractions within a reasonable drive too, including Lowther Castle (which is also recommended) and Ullswater lake. All in all, I’d recommend this to others and already looking at dates for our next trip

- Green party, Oct 2021
Merrett party Jul 2021

“Newly refurbished with a lovely open plan kitchen with large entertaining spaces overlooking the garden, including a family room for kids.”

The kids had a great time playing in the garden which is nice and safe. Each bedroom is en-suite making it perfect for groups of couples or families. It feels very homely as soon as you walk in. Nice and peaceful and great location in the Lake District.

- Merrett party, Jul 2021

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite free-standing bath, steam room with shower, double basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request) with en-suite bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with gas fire
Utility
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Snug
central heating with wood burning stove and gas fire
Range master cooker with electric double oven and gas hob, grill, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
3 x Smart TVs, WiFi, selection of books
Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot available
Off-road parking on driveway for 4 cars, free on-street parking also available outside of the property
Large lawned garden with patio and furniture
Upto 4 medium pets welcome
No smoking
Shop and pub 0.5 miles, Pooley Bridge 3 miles, Ullswater 4 miles

The property

Fern Bank is a magnificent, detached Grade II listed property, ideally perched in the bustling market town of Penrith in Cumbria. Resting just a short distance from the scenic Lake District National Park, Four miles from Ullswater and less than thirty minutes from Keswick and Derwentwater, with the beautiful Eden Valley on the doorstep just waiting to be explored and within easy reach of the border town of Carlisle and Hadrian's Wall Fern Bank is a superb dwelling for a stylish getaway to the Lakes, boasting an elevated position and easy access to the sights of Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens and Carlisle Cathedral. Be welcomed into the vast hallway, where there is plenty of spaces for storing coats, shoes and bags, and be greeted by a sweeping staircase, marble floors and eye-catching feature lighting. Look forward to cooking up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen, with handy dishwasher and range cooker, before joining your guests at the dining table to sample the fruits of your labour as you toast to a wonderful holiday. For evening drinks, head to the seating area where you can soak up the warmth of the gas fire and enjoy a show on the Smart TV. After a day of exploring, take advantage of the convenient utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer, where you can put muddy clothes on a spin. Take your pick of relaxation areas on the ground-floor, where you can retreat to the spacious sitting room with its traditional woodburning stove and Smart TV, perfect for an evening spent cosying up, or the snug where you can put your feet up on the plush sofas and enjoy a film or delve into a book from the extensive bookcase. You and your guests will also benefit from the cloakroom, which is perfect for freshening up as well as having more storage space. As your eyes grow heavy, climb the beautiful staircase to the first floor where you will discover four exceptional bedrooms, each with their own en-suites, a super-king-size with a stunning free-standing bath and steam room with shower, a king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, a twin with zip/link with en-suite bathroom, and a twin with en-suite shower room, each one decorated to a high standard and perfect for a restful night. Wake-up with a refreshing shower, before pushing open the bi-fold doors to the expansive gardens and settling down to enjoy your morning coffee. Fern Bank is ideally located for exploring the Lakes and ensures a myriad of activity is available right on your doorstep. The polpular village of Pooley Bridge on the shores of Ullswater, the "Queen Of The English Lakes" is just four miles away. Head out for the day and enjoy a leisurely stroll to explore the 14th-century ruins of the former imposing Penrith Castle, where after you can settle down to enjoy a freshly prepared picnic on the surrounding grassy meadows of Castle Park. Nearby, you can delve into Penrith’s history at the Penrith and Eden Museum where you can expect small displays including fossils. Head to the outskirts of Penrith where you will find a historical hub just over the Eamont Bridge, here lies the Mayburgh Henge, the Eden Millennium Monument, the scenic site of King Arthur’s Round Table and the Brougham Hall Charitable Trust which houses a delightful range of shops and a café. Take a trip to the charming town of Keswick, home to the Keswick Museum where you can brush up on your local knowledge, the Derwent Pencil Museum which details the towns history of pencil manufacturing and the quirky Puzzling Place filled with artwork and optical illusions. Hop on a boat at the marina and sail to Derwent Island and House, where you will find the beautiful Italianate Grade II listed house which has stood on the island since the 18th century. Be sure to find time to visit the city of Carlisle, where you can immerse yourself in local life at the Carlisle Castle which houses a museum with displays of Roman history or make a stop at Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life which houses a plethora of military history. For memories that will last a lifetime, be sure to choose Fern Bank as your home-away-from home.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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About the location

PENRITH

Keswick 17 miles; Carlisle 20 miles.

The bustling market town of Penrith, once the capital of Cumbria, enjoys a central position between the Lake District, the Westmoorland Dales and North Pennines and is ideally placed for taking in all that the region has to offer. Renowned for its wealth of specialist shops, the sandstone buildings of Penrith hide intriguing yards, lanes and alleyways, with a myriad of attractive cottages, gardens and little shops. With a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, Penrith also offers a museum, and Millennium Trails round the historic city streets. Within easy reach of the town is Rheged – an innovative visitor centre with shops, restaurants, exhibitions and a giant cinema screen showing educational and informative films. Brougham Castle, Brougham Hall (The Windsor of the North), Lowther Castle and Gardens, Long Meg and her daughters (the 3rd largest stone circle in England) and the historic city of Carlisle are all a short drive away, as is the stunning scenery of both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Very clean, comfortable property.”

“A lovely property with great facilities.”

“Absolutely amazing property.”

“A fantastic place to stay!”

“Fern Bank is absolutely gorgeous!”

“Great house beautifully put together.”

“This is an absolutely stunning house!”

“The house was generally very clean except a few hairs here and there and also popcorn and Pringles were left under the coffee table in the kitchen lounge area.”

“My children and I stayed at the house a couple of times over the summer holidays and we would definitely stay again.”

“Newly refurbished with a lovely open plan kitchen with large entertaining spaces overlooking the garden, including a family room for kids.”

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The property

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About the location

PENRITH