Guests say
The Mill in Penrith is highly praised for its peaceful countryside charm, cosy comfort, and welcoming hosts. It serves as an excellent base for Lake District activities and offers a delightful retreat with a local pub serving superb food nearby. Guests enjoy the property's character, including a log fire and scenic views.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide a score for this category.
The location is consistently described as beautiful, quiet, and perfect for walking and exploring the Lake District, with easy access to nearby towns and trails.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and a relaxing atmosphere, contributing to a restful stay.
The cottage is well-equipped with necessary amenities, though there is mention of it being cold with single glazing in the kitchen. The log fire is appreciated, but the need for additional heating is noted.
The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, providing complimentary items and being on hand for assistance. However, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this property is perfect for those who want to explore the Lake District National Park.. 5 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating. electricity, bed linen, towels, superfast fibre Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Cot and highchair. Use of owner’s freezer available on request.. Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Grounds with sitting-out area, BBQ and furniture (shared). Private parking for 2 cars. Bike store available on request. No smoking. Please note: River frontage is unfenced.. The Mill is situated at the heart of the unspoiled Lakeland village of Mungrisdale, in a peaceful Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Local walks from the doorstep are plentiful. Following the River Glenderamackin’s waterfalls leads up to Bannerdale Crags, onto Sharp Edge and the summit of Blencathra. Easy walks include Swinside Valley and Bowscale Tarn.
Originally built as a corn mill in the 15th-century, with a 15 foot water wheel, it also worked as a timber mill and carpenter’s shop, specialising in horse drawn carts. The adjacent Mill Cottage and popular Mill Inn (17th-century) have entertained many famous visitors including poets William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, who in 1803, overturned their cart and stayed overnight as they journeyed to Scotland. Authors, Charles Dickens and Wilkie Collins resided in 1857; rock legend Peter Gabriel and former Prime Minister John Major stayed at The Mill when it operated as an award-winning small hotel. The holiday cottage was, at the time, the private residence of the hotel owners. Located at the foot of Souther Fell, The Mill is well placed to see the legendary ghosts of the Roman Army, who were first witnessed marching across the fell on a midsummer’s eve in 1735.
The Mill has been sympathetically renovated to provide contemporary comforts within its heavily beamed traditional interior.
The cot will not be available for parties of 4 as there would be no room for the cot in the twin room.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (7)
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Graham Wilson
We have never stayed anywhere so cold inside. The living room heater did not work. The wood burner was waiting for repairs. The bedroom heaters hardly ever came on. Our request for assistance with the heaters was met with a curt refusal, bordering on rude, which left us feeling very unsettled (and very cold - we had to wear scarves and down jackets indoors to keep warm). The host entered the cottage while we were out, took the warm duvet she had given us the night before and replaced it with a colder one. Inappropriately, she did not notify us before or afterwards. We were on edge for the rest of our stay. If we could have afforded to go elsewhere we would have. This was the worst self-catering cottage experience we have ever had. It was a great shame, it could have been a great experience as The Mill is a lovely characterful cottage and we liked it very much.
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Gillian Drake
Lovely cute cottage at the foot of Blencathra. Easy reach of several other wainwright starting points.The log burner really warms up the cottage nicely and you can purchase extra logs easily from the owner who is very helpful.I’ll definitely stay again
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Confirmed Guest
Had a lovely stay over the new year. Cottage is very nice. (Not for you if you are very tall) You do need the log burner on all of the time as it is very very cold this time of year, there is a lot of single glazing in the kitchen and it is like walking into a fridge, keep the door shut at all times as there is no heating it, same with the bathroom, quick wash an out ! Was disappointed that we had gone for new year and the pub next door closed at 5pm NYE and didn’t open for another two days, the day we were leaving. Saying that we would return in the summer as it really was a nice cottage in a lovely setting and perfect base for walking. Chris and Lorraine were lovely people too and just next door if you need them. Thank you for a lovely stay