The Lodge

Gorgeous ‘chocolate box’ cottage.

Great gardens. Very clean. Everything you need well appointed. Cosy lounge & even used fire despite the glorious weather. Great location in a quiet village with lovely pub. The Greystoke pass was well used for walks & breakfast. Only small point was only having 2 towels per person for a week.

Perfect us and the dogs loved it

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Lodge, it is a charming and historic cottage with all the facilities you could wish for a perfect visit to the Lake District.

Greystoke village is conveniently situated for getting to Ullswater, Keswick and Penrith, we walked in the surrounding area every day. We took advantage of the free pass for the grounds of Greystoke Castle and explored the grounds and gardens, stopping for a coffee in the cafe next to the castle, we also bought provisions at the village shop. Unfortunately the Boot and Shoe Inn in the village wasn't serving food during our stay, but we had a good meal at the Horse and Farrier in nearby Dacre. We were sorry the weather was rather unsettled, so we were never able to sit in the lovely garden, I would recommend the cottage to anyone.

Beautiful, clean and comfortable property.

Hope to stay again in the future

Perfect.

Exactly what we needed. Peace, quiet, and tranquility. Spotlessly clean, and very well maintained. Very comfy beds. Very comfy settee and chair. Excellent surroundings inside. Nice touch with the welcome pack. Lovely wrap round grounds, ideal for all, especially dog owners. Lovely position of the cottage off the road and in lovely settings. A good added extra, having the pass for the gardens to The Castle, which we used several times a day. Owner was very accommodating and helpful with checking in. We have loved Greystoke for 40 years, and it is in an unbeatable location for The Lakes and Eden Valley. Vey good access to M6 etc but really quiet and rural. Chris and Karen. 8th. May 2026.

The Lodge was incredibly well equipped.

Everything you could need or want is supplied, from cling film, garlic press and cafetiere in the kitchen to extra linen, blankets etc for use around the cottage. The owners even included a pass which allows you to walk around the castle grounds. (Our little dog loved it there) We had the most relaxing/restful stay. Breakfast in the sunny conservatory is a real treat, with the view of the garden, which is separated into three sections, all beautiful. Everything is just right somehow. Including its placement, just a 5 minute drive to Penrith and a little more to Ullswater lake. I'd highly recommend a trip out on the steamer. (Also dog friendly) There is so much to do right on the doorstep. Communication with the owner/caretaker was promt and friendly. We will be booking again for next year.

This was a wonderful location, and possibly the best equipped holiday cottage we’ve stayed in and we felt very welcomed and incredibly comfy.

Even in the middle of storm Dave the house was warm, cosy and draft free. It was also clean and spacious, reams of storage space and with an especial highlight being the kitchen! Very well equipped and a pleasure to cook in, with loads of crockery and kit – every time I thought about something I might need during the week...I found it to hand. If only every cottage could be this wonderful! The location too is perfect, close enough to Penrith but far enough out to be a tranquil country location – with access to Cumbria and the northern lakes pretty much on the door step. As hikers we especially loved exploring the trails and routes just around us, and down the road towards Keswick. The welcome pack was also much appreciated. The only (really, really) minor quibble might be a larger dining table (square maybe?) but frankly this is me being uber picky! We had a brilliant time, and The Lodge will be top of our list next time we’re in the area.

We have had the most wonderful stay at The Lodge.

From the moment we arrived, we felt completely relaxed it's so welcoming. The cottage is thoughtfully equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The conservatory is such a lovely space and we enjoyed having our meals in there very much. The separated gardens are delightful. Full of beautiful plants and the sounds of bird song is charming. So kind of the owners to provide not only welcome treats but a pass to walk the gardens of the beautiful Greystoke Castle. Compliments to the caretaker and house keeper as the property is beautifully presented. The location is ideal — secluded enough for peace and quiet, yet close enough to all the attractions this part of Cumbria has to offer. If you’re looking for a relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle, then The Lodge is definitely for you.

A fantastic little bolt hole within walking distance of local amenities.

Excellent pub. Local shop. Restful and tranquil house in winter would love to revisit in summer and make use of gardens. Quick response from caretaker for logs as it was lovely to sit with open fire . Everything needed was there . Welcome pack a nice little touch .

The lodge was beautiful but unfortunately when we arrived the freezer was broken as I had taken quite a bit of food with us it was an issue a day or so later the fridge broke .

i did inform the owner who sent the caretaker to help he purchased the next day a chest freezer which he installed in the garage which was a bit awkward as the weather was awful we got socked when we had to use but I had no fridge a lot of my food went off the owner did give me money to cover the cost of the freezer food unfortunately I understand these things happen but it did affect our enjoyment

This was our first stay here and we were very impressed.

It is a charming cottage in a pretty village. We will certainly book again.

Wonderful stay as always - beautiful lodge - great facilities - gorgeous location - great walks - booked again can’t wait

The Lodge is a lovely property, we’ve stayed there twice and booked again for next year.

The Lodge is clean, well maintained, and feels very welcoming.

The layout of the cottage was great.

A lovely welcome pack of wine, biscuits, crisps and milk was a delightful surprise. However if we hadn't brought lots of Dog Towels with us it would have been difficult to keep the dog from dirtying the lovely carpet in the hall. Good job we did because it was wet all week. The facilities at the cottage were really very good and because we usually self cater it was really nice to not have to go buying the odd pan o r egg cups or even wine glasses. Despite the poor weather we had a good break, with lovely walks from the cottage and just a small 20 minute drive to some of the most spectacular scenery this country can offer. Ullswater area was unbelievable especially Aira Force waterfalls. The caretaker couldn't have been more helpful when we needed some wood to give that extra warmth through the cool evenings.

Beautiful rustic cottage, very quiet and restful.

Minutes from Greystoke Castle, and convenient for Penrith, Ullswater (5 miles to both). Cottage very clean with good facilities. Dog friendly. We have stayed in a lot of cottages over the years and this was one of the best. Would certainly recommend it.

We have just had a weeks stay at the lodge in Greystoke.

Really was a home from home, immaculately clean, very well equipped and I think the comfiest bed we've ever slept in! Really didn't want to get out! Perfect for recharging the batteries. Lovely quiet village perfectly located to explore the area.

A very comfortable holiday home in peaceful location.

We have had a happy two weeks there.

Second stay at the lodge and just as lovely as we remember home from home definitely a place you would love to own it’s a credit to the owners cleanliness above and beyond located in lovely village within easy reach of places in lakes big thanks to Dave the caretaker who helped us out with door to conservatory can’t praise the lodge enough and definitely be returning in future dog tia loved the gardens Lynn ,graham and dog tia

We had a lovely time from walking into the Lodge.

It has a nice relaxing atmosphere. Clean,lovely garden and ideally situated to visit many places. The only downside is that the path from the Lodge into the Castle Grounds is now restricted,so we could not walk our 2 dogs there. Apart from that everything was fine and we would love to visit again.

What can we say !

! Five stars ten if we could. The cottage was spotless. Bedding immaculate The area was just what we needed peaceful and quiet. Just a short walk to the the pub and shop

We had a wonderful break in this beautiful and very comfortable cottage.

It was lovely and clean and had everything we needed for our stay away. The wine in the fridge and snacks were a real treat too. Thank you.

Lovely property in a beautiful area.

The downstairs rooms are dark due to the nature of the building but the trees and shrubs growing over the windows in the living room and balso reduces the light.

An excellent comfy cottage to stay in.

It's a perfect base away from the crowds of tourists but within easy reach of all the attractions.

This was our second visit to the Lodge - we loved it !

! Very clean, stylish and beautiful gardens, there was absolutely nothing we could fault and will certainly be back again for another holiday visit. We found it very relaxing and enjoyed sitting in the private rear gardens listening to the birds in a morning - peaceful... Lovely village pub and only 10 minutes from the shops in Penrith Thank you to the owner - xxxx

Beautiful property, in an idealic situation, easy access to the Lakes.

Home from home, would highly recommend.

We have two small dogs and the cottage was really safe for them.

The small gardens and also the door into the small forest which lead into the castle grounds made it so much easier for their walks. Will definitely book again. Loved

Just returned from a wonderful week in this lovely cottage.

It was extremely clean, warm and had everything you need for the perfect stay. The welcome pack was a very thoughtful touch. There are lots of leaflets and books to help you explore the Northern Lakes, and a trip to the coast for some sea air and history. The village is small but plenty of walks and the pub does amazing home cooked food. Interesting to see the horses from the local stables coming through the village on a daily basis. We would highly recommend and will definitely be returning again in the near future

Wonderful period stone house with a lovely enclosed garden conveniently situated on the edge of the village.

Ample parking. Beautifully furnished interior. Immaculately presented with everything you would need to enjoy your stay. Comfy beds and two log burners plus full central heating. What more could you ask for not forgetting the Boot and Shoe Inn just down the road. Would love to stay again. What a wonderful way the spend our Christmas holiday. Thank you so much.

Beautiful lodge - caters for all your needs - wonderful location - perfect for precious “Time out” - it’s very peaceful - great walks - not far from Keswick & Penrith - great travel to the rest of lakes if you wish to explore.

Would highly recommend a stay at the lodge - you would NOT be disappointed- it’s just perfect

Extremely comfortable property with everything you need to feel at home.

Completely secure for our dog. Conservatory very warm for eating in. Excellent location between Penrith & Keswick - easy to get to the A66 & onwards. Boot & Shoe in the village a definitely worth a visit (or 2!).

I have just returned from a week long break at The Lodge in Greystoke, Lake District, with my husband and dog.

We had a fantastic stay and I wouldn't hesitate to book again. From the moment we walked in we felt at home, the property was spotless and a lovely hamper was left for us. The property itself is well worth the money and rating. It is excellently appointed, spacious yet homely. There is no excess clutter and each room is tastefully decorated in keeping with the property. The gardens are lovely and the house backs onto a forest area that is part of the Greystoke Castle estate. The property sits at the edge of the 'village', a 2 minute walk along the road and had a shop/post office, swimming pool and pub serving home cooked meals. The house is comfortable enough to stay in without needing to go out, however we like to visit the area. Penrith is a 10 minute drive and is full of local amenities and some nice restaurants, we can recommend 'La Casita' (Spanish tapas) and Four and Twenty (contemporary British) as well as Chapter 12 tearooms for a great scone! Things to visit nearby: - outdoor swimming pool (1 minute from the cottage in walking distance) - Alpaca Walk from Base Camp North Lakes (18 minutes from the cottage) - Boat cruise from Pooley Bridge pier (20 minutes from cottage) - Breakfast by the river in Pooley Bridge at Granny Dowbekin's (20 minutes away) - Keswick town centre (25 minutes away) - Lake District Wildlife Park (30 minutes away) - Abbots Jersey Ice Cream park (18 minutes away) - Aira Force waterfall walk and tearoom (15 minutes away) We had a wonderful holiday, the best in a long time, I'd wholeheartedly recommend this cottage for it's comfort, luxury and cleanliness - the cottage was spotless! If you're looking for a peaceful, relaxing stay with the option of short journeys for activities. Look no further. I couldn't have asked for anymore! Thank you to the owners for having us.

A lovely cottage which fulfilled our expectations, beautifully furnished, immaculately clean and very well equipped, the welcome pack was much appreciated.

The enclosed garden was very well kept and secure for the dog, we even had a visit from a hedgehog! The village was very welcoming with a little shop for essentials and a lovely pub serving good food, the live music on a Sunday afternoon is not to be missed.

Enjoyed our stay in The Lodge.

The conservatory and the little court yard off it is a pleasant sun trap. Good pub in village and another 1.5 miles away. Easy access to Penrith and surrounding countryside. Highly recommended.

Very nice cottage, would definitely stay again.

Overall very happy with our week in the lodge, the location is lovely, lovely village, great pub, little shop and outdoor swimming pool and only 15 mins by car to keswick.

The lodge was perfect, separate garden areas for the dog to safely explore ( we kept him our of the area with the pond

Great cottage really enjoyed our trip

We have just returned from a lovely relaxing stay at The Lodge.

The Lodge was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. It’s a very good base for exploring the Northern Lakes. Greystoke village is lovely with plenty of dog walks from the doorstep of The Lodge, especially through the castle grounds. Would highly recommend staying at The Lodge. Alison

My husband and I have returned from a stay here at the Lodge.

The lodge was cold in places especially the Conservatory. The fires were nice but the basket of wood only lasted two days. Plenty of hot water. No radio available. I am a disabled person and thought we would get a quiet break but unfortunately this was not the case. In a property next door they have many hens and a very annoying Cockrell which is very vocal starting usually at 6am. The owner has been very unhelpful regarding this. If we had booked to stay on a farm then I would expect it but we did not. We will not use Sykes Cottages and stay at this property again

We had a lovely stay at the Lodge and are happy to recommend it.

It's great for anyone with a dog - the garden is fenced off and the local pub couln't be more pet friendly.

Just come back home from a lovely week at The Lodge.

Small secure patio for our Labrador and through the gate there is another section of garden with a pond. Lots of storage space in the master bedroom and very comfy bed. Large kitchen with plenty of pots and pans, I could not find a measuring jug or champagne flutes but plenty of other glasses. Plenty of heating and hot water and the shower is great. Lovely log burners in kitchen and lounge and enough logs to get us started. Thank you very much for the welcome pack of biscuits, milk and wine. Nice pub down the road, The Boot and Shoe which does an amazing Sunday dinner. Dog friendly in the bar area. Would highly recommend The Lodge and will definitely return.

We arrived late in the evening to find the central heating was on!

What a delight and relief to find the property nice n warm. Lovely decoration and great having two log fires to use. Great comfortable bed and plenty of storage for clothes. Very peaceful place.

We saw the photos of the cottage through yourselves and thought it looked very nice but it was even better in reality.

Nice location in the village , quiet and peaceful. Our little dog Millie loved the short walks just outside the door into the woods and around the the estate … on her lead of course.

Comfortable place - very relaxing and peaceful.

Would recommend and would definitely visit again.

Fantastic cottage in great location in village.

Only 5 minute walk to great pub The Boot & Shoe. The cottage is lovely & the cosy lounge is great to relaxe in especially with the log burner going. The kitchen has everything you need & a great cooker with the conservatory next to it & great to sit at table to enjoy morning coffee. The courtyard garden is a great sun trap later in day & lovely to sit & relaxe after a day out exploring. Would highly recommend a stay here & nothing is too far away to get to & explore the lakes. 5 stars from all of us. Many thanks for a great stay.

What a fantastic holiday lodge best we have stayed in lodge itself a place you dream of owning lovely gardens aswell lovely village friendly locals situated for easy reaching different places in the lakes can’t praise it enough a credit to the owners

Fabulous lodge with magical garden in a lovely village.

Food good at local pub and heated swimming pool a real bonus. Enjoyed every minute with all the walks so close. Therapy at its best

An exceptional standard of holiday cottage ideally situated for the North Lakes area.

Quiet village location with friendly neighbours. Accommodation was excellent with everything you need to relax and unwind. As a dog owner the only comment was that the vacuum cleaner did not pick up all dog hairs and we were concerned about not being able to leave as found. The wine, treats and milk were appreciated.

Excellent property,well situated for touring north lake district.

good local pub for food and drink and local village shop.

Great cottage, loved our stay wished it could have been longer.

Would definitely recommend this cottage to friends. Thank you.

Although we didn't get great weather, we did spend a lot of time in the cottage and it was a very spacious and relaxing experience.

Lovely local pub within walking distance of the cottage also and out dog loved it. We would definitely recommend this cottage to others and hope to return again soon.

One of the nicest and most comfortable cottages we've stayed in.

Everything we (and the dog!) could want had been thought of. Exceptional!

Lovely cottage tucked away on the outside of Greystoke with a nice walk down into the castle grounds.

Facilities are good and very cosy despite teh rain and snow. The pub is very welcoming and serves good food.

Very cosy - well furnished - very clean - very nice place to stay with everything that you need

What an absolute gem of a place - perfect location for quiet relaxing holidays - The lodge is very well equipped it’s like a “home from home” our small family thoroughly enjoyed this idyllic corner of the world - just beautiful - lovely walks a stones throw away from the front door - - the locals were very welcoming - thank you for allowing us the privilege to enjoy such a beautiful house.

Lovely stay, cottage beautiful and in a perfect location.

Highly recommend.

The property was lovely.

A beautiful lodge with lovely features & in an ideal position for exploring the Lake District

June & Dave were delightful.

The cottage was outstanding and the village was an ideal location, close to larger neighboring towns but quiet and charming when we just wanted to relax.