Guests say
Swallow offers a cosy and welcoming retreat, ideal for couples seeking a relaxing getaway. Guests consistently praise the friendly staff, peaceful atmosphere, and excellent on-site restaurant and bar. The property is well-equipped for basic self-catering and provides lovely views and outdoor spaces, including a hot tub. While most found the accommodation clean and comfortable, a few noted minor maintenance issues and small details that could be improved. Overall, Swallow is a great base for exploring the area or simply unwinding in tranquil surroundings.
Most guests found the property very clean, especially highlighting the showers and general tidiness. However, a few mentioned minor issues such as bird droppings on the hot tub lid and windows, suggesting occasional lapses in attention to detail.
The location is frequently described as lovely, peaceful, and ideal for exploring or relaxing. Guests appreciated the views of the countryside and proximity to a good local pub.
Guests generally found the accommodation cosy and the beds comfortable, with the hot tub and quiet setting adding to the relaxing experience. Some noted the compact size may not suit everyone, but overall comfort was highly rated.
Facilities such as the hot tub, showers, and kitchen equipment were well received. The on-site restaurant and bar were praised. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues, such as non-working lamps and fairy lights, and suggested more plug sockets would be helpful.
There were no mentions of welcome gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Escape together for a romantic hot tub short break in this contemporary pod. Open the French doors onto your private deck and enjoy countryside views, then unwind in the outdoor hot tub beneath a cabana, with low-level lighting setting the scene for a relaxing evening for two. Sun loungers and a BBQ area make it easy to spend time outdoors together.
Inside, an open-plan living area offers space to relax, while the double pull-down bed with a sprung mattress provides a comfortable place to settle in for the night. The large shower room features a walk-in shower, and the kitchenette includes a microwave, two-ring hob, mini-oven, fridge and utensils for preparing simple meals together.
With a minimum stay of just one night, it’s an inviting escape for a spontaneous getaway or a short break with someone special.
Due to space our pods invite 1 doggy friend of up to medium size to comfortably stay with you.
Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.. Calthwaite Hall Retreat is an intimate, exclusive collection of hot tub lodges and pods, discreetly set within the grounds of a historic country house near Penrith, in the heart of Cumbria. Created on the footprint of the barns that once served the estate’s dairy farm, it pairs the timeless elegance of country house living with refined contemporary comfort. With only a handful of lodges, privacy and tranquillity come as standard. Each stylish, beautifully cosy lodge has its own private hot tub – an indulgent place to sink beneath Cumbria’s star-filled skies, serenaded by the call of the resident peacocks and the gentle whinny of the estate’s charming miniature horses.
Spend unhurried days wandering the formal grounds and ornamental ponds designed by celebrated landscape gardener William Sawrey Gilpin. As evening falls, join the owner for a drink in the Orangery bar and enjoy personal recommendations for the very best of the Lake District – a wealth of experiences, all within a short drive.
Although it feels a world away, the Hall sits at the heart of Calthwaite, a picturesque estate village of traditional sandstone buildings, complete with church, primary school and historic workers’ cottages. Shops are within a 10-minute drive, and the retreat is ideally placed for the most sought-after corners of the central and northern Lake District. The Scottish Borders are within easy reach, as are the peaceful western Pennine foothills. Traditional market towns, historic Roman remains, lakeside and fell walks, and spectacular waterfalls all lie a short drive away. The perfect intimate countryside escape for couples, families and four-legged companions alike.. Calthwaite Hall Retreat is an intimate, exclusive collection of hot tub lodges and pods, discreetly set within the grounds of a historic country house near Penrith, in the heart of Cumbria. Created on the footprint of the barns that once served the estate’s dairy farm, it pairs the timeless elegance of country house living with refined contemporary comfort. With only a handful of lodges, privacy and tranquillity come as standard. Each stylish, beautifully cosy lodge has its own private hot tub – an indulgent place to sink beneath Cumbria’s star-filled skies, serenaded by the call of the resident peacocks and the gentle whinny of the estate’s charming miniature horses.
Spend unhurried days wandering the formal grounds and ornamental ponds designed by celebrated landscape gardener William Sawrey Gilpin. As evening falls, join the owner for a drink in the Orangery bar and enjoy personal recommendations for the very best of the Lake District – a wealth of experiences, all within a short drive.
Although it feels a world away, the Hall sits at the heart of Calthwaite, a picturesque estate village of traditional sandstone buildings, complete with church, primary school and historic workers’ cottages. Shops are within a 10-minute drive, and the retreat is ideally placed for the most sought-after corners of the central and northern Lake District. The Scottish Borders are within easy reach, as are the peaceful western Pennine foothills. Traditional market towns, historic Roman remains, lakeside and fell walks, and spectacular waterfalls all lie a short drive away. The perfect intimate countryside escape for couples, families and four-legged companions alike.. Ornamental Bird Pond
Horse Stables
Security Deposit
A £100 security deposit is payable by credit or debit card only upon arrival. This will be refunded within 7 working days once accommodation has been inspected by housekeeping after check out.
Check out
Please note check out is 09:00am, late check out will incur a fee of £30 from the security deposit.
Reviews (7)
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Melanie
Had the best time here. Lovely location and lovely staff. Amazing bar with food & drinks.
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Emma
Was a lovely holiday. Was a shame the check in was over an hour wait even though was told someone would be down to our pod within 30 minutes to go through the hot tub rules. Small details meant the place felt under maintained - bed side lamps didnt work so only option of an evening was to leave kitchen/bathroom light on, and none of the nice fairy lights worked. Bird poo had dried on the hot tub lid and on the window/door. Overall was a nice holiday, with good amenities and lovely local pub, but the small details just needed tightening up and some gentle TLC would really improve the experience.
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Kirsty
Our second stay at Calthwaite Hall lodges & we'll be planning our next visit very soon . Amazing food , very welcoming all staff are lovely & very helpful . We loved everything about our stay .