Guests say
Mount Farm - The Stable offers a charming and welcoming countryside retreat, ideal for families and animal lovers. Guests consistently praise the friendly and helpful hosts, the immaculate and well-equipped cottage, and the unique experience of staying on a working farm with emus, goats, and horses. The hot tub and enclosed garden are highlights, and the location provides easy access to Carlisle and the Lake District. The property is especially popular with children and dog owners. Minor suggestions include an upgrade to a shower head and noting the garden fence height for large dogs.
Multiple reviews describe the cottage as clean, tidy, immaculate, and well looked after, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
Guests appreciate the peaceful rural setting, proximity to Carlisle and the Lake District, and ease of access from the M6. The location is described as beautiful and convenient.
Reviews highlight comfortable beds, a cosy atmosphere, spacious accommodation, and a relaxing environment. Only one minor mention of a shower head needing improvement.
The property is praised for being well-equipped, with en-suites, plenty of towels, a hot tub, enclosed garden, BBQ, and thoughtful extras. Facilities for children and dogs are also noted.
Guests frequently mention the warm welcome, helpful hosts, and thoughtful touches such as welcome packs and tours of the farm. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A beautiful barn conversion on a small working farm in the most delightful rural location perfectly located for exploring Cumbria and over the border to Scotland..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Bunk (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Single (3ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. . Enclosed front garden with patio and garden furniture. Hot tub for 6 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Mount Farm – The Stable is a delightful, renovated cottage on a small working farm beautifully situated in the village of Blackford on the outskirts of the city of Carlisle.
Mount Farm – The Stable offers the perfect relaxing break for a family to enjoy or indeed a group of friends to meet up. The bright and spacious open plan living/dining/kitchen certainly is the hub of this delightful property where you can sit and relax enjoying a meal or when the weather is fine fling open the patio doors and relax in the private garden. The elegant bedrooms each have their own private en-suite shower rooms. Of course, a bonus at Mount Farm – The Stable is the wonderful hot tub, a delight at any time of day but even more so in the evenings when you can sit back and relax and marvel at the dark starry skies!
Mount Farm – The Stable, whilst situated in a beautiful rural setting is only minutes’ drive from the Cumbria’s capital city, Carlisle, where you can visit a range of attractions including the Museum of Military Life, Tullie House and the cathedral. A short drive will take you to the ruins of the famous Hadrian’s Wall, or why not take a drive over the border to the beautiful beaches of Dumfries and Galloway and the world-famous village of Gretna Green? Weddings have taken place in Gretna Green for over 250 years and Mount Farm – The Stables is only a stone’s throw away – the perfect end to a perfect day!
While enjoying the luxury of Mount Farm – The Stable no stay would be complete without a visit to the stunning Lake District National Park, now a World Heritage Site, with its mountains and lakes and thriving communities like Keswick and Windermere. After a day exploring the countryside, what better than to return to your tranquil retreat at Mount Farm – The Stable.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Carlisle Cathedral
- Solway Aviation Museum
- Annandale Distillery
Reviews (24)
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Confirmed Guest
Great house, its been well looked after and felt clean and easy to relax in. The kids loved the animals right next door!
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Michelle Cooper
We had a fantastic holiday The hosts were very amenable A real home from home Great location to stay and relax or jot off and explore the area
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Confirmed Guest
A cosy, comfortable cottage just off the M6 in Cumbria. Hot tub was great and welcome gifts appreciated.