Sampson's Cave

Penrith, Cumbria
Self-catering
+44 (0)7903 864357
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Per night
£335 - £500
Per week
£2350 - £3500
Bedroom

7 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 12

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

A large, light-filled house sitting very much on its own in the middle of the peaceful Eden Valley with masses of space inside and out

Per night
£335 - £500
Per week
£2350 - £3500

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£335 - £500 per night

£2350 - £3500 per week

The Experience

A tranquil setting down a gravelled track and completely private; the only sound is the wind off the fells, many sheep and pheasants, the occasional train, sometimes a steam train. This is a large, light-filled house with lovely interiors – perfect for large families or groups. The owner has a canny eye for lovely things so there is a glorious mix of textures, fabrics and styles and a lot of family memorabilia.

Children will charge up and down two staircases or out into the garden. They also get a separate playroom with toys, games, TV and a dressing up box. A Rayburn keeps everything cosy and warm in the sociable L-shaped kitchen and living room and there are plenty of squashy sofas and seats for everybody, a big open wood fire and a wall of books and records. Bedrooms have good views and lovely linen.

You can walk down to the railway line behind and wave at the trains, or have a picnic by the wide, fast-flowing river.

Sampson's Cave - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • Feeling very relaxed, even with young children. This is an old house with the inevitable bumps and scrapes in any case
  • The peace, walks, nature and wildlife
  • The railway line - spot a puffer - and the river
Sampson's Cave - Gallery

You should know

  • Because of the pheasants there are rules about where you can walk
  • None of the showers are walk-in, all are over a bath
  • No mobile signal and WiFi is slow but steady

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £335
Weekly price
from £2350
Damage deposit
£
1 House for 12
From £3357 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 3 nights on weekdays. 3 nights at weekends. 7 nights in high season. Short breaks available.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Property
This property is part of a working farm or vineyard.
Meals
Restaurant, 2 miles.

Reviews

What a lovely treat waiting at the bottom of the steep track. Such a cosy, warm, welcoming house with the Rayburn humming away, a huge L-shaped kitchen, dining and sitting room with views out to the gorgeous countryside. Sheep and pheasants, the little railway line behind and then the wide river. Just lovely.
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Janet, Bristol

We were seriously delayed by M-way traffic on our journeys from London and Bristol, and anxious about our Sainsbury’s order which was due at 5.30. Lorraine came up trumps and was at the house from 5.30: in the event we all arrived at about the same time - 6.30 - S’burys, Londoners and Bristolians! We found the house immaculate, fascinating and warm.


Rodney, Ramsbury

Lovely quirky house. Great for a family get together. Very child and dog friendly. Booking and communication prior to our stay was very good. A good time was had by all! Will definitely return!


Geraldine, Bingley

Sampson's Cave exceeded all our expectations. The location was stunning - very private and yet only a short drive to the Northern Lakes. We felt privileged to be able to stay in such a wonderful home. The house was both beautiful and comfortable. You won't find anywhere nicer in Cumbria!


Karen, London

Can't recommend highly enough, fantastic house, comfortable, warm and well equipped. Lots of room inside and out for all 12 of us.


Location

The neighbourhood

Lazonby is a couple of miles away for a good Co-op, bakery, walks along the river (the brave will find places from which to swim) and an open air heated pool (book online well ahead). Penrith is 20 minutes by car for Booths (the Waitrose of the north) and a good butcher. The Dog & Gun at Skelton is 10 miles and has an absolutely knock-out menu and wine list, incredibly popular so book your table.

Local points of interest from Tamar Ferguson

  • Sampson's is situated on a private working Estate - there are woodland walks with the River Eden on the doorstep. A haven for lovers of nature - spot a red squirrel in the nearby trees. We have Highland Cattle and Cumbrian sheep.
  • There are 3 historic houses in the vicinity. Hutton in the Forest has events through the summer and is perfect for gardeners with woodland walks and plant fairs.
  • Dalemain is on the edge of Ullswater and is famous for the "World's Original Marmalade Festival". A great tea room with homemade cakes. Lowther Estate has opened it's castle with historic gardens and 140 acres of parkland.
  • There are farmers markets throughout the year at Pooley Bridge and Orton. The local town of Penrith is a lovely, thriving market town with lots of independent shops alongside major supermarkets. Excellent butchers, fishmongers and delis in the town.
  • There is a wealth of art in the Eden Valley - each September Cumbria Art Festival takes place across the region. Over 150 artists, designers and sculptors open their doors to the public in studios situated in some of the UK's most picturesque villages.
  • The Northern Lakes are only a hop and a skip away and are much quieter than the lakes in the south. Ullswater, Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite are all only a short drive away.