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
Contemporary micro-lodge with one double sized pull down bed with sprung mattress. Large shower room with waterfall shower and toilet. open-plan living/dining area. Kitchenette with microwave, 2 ring hob, fridge and utensils. French doors leading to the private deck area with countryside views, outdoor hot tub covered by a cabana with low level lighting, sun-loungers and BBQ area. Ideal for a romantic break 1 night minimum stay.
Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.. Calthwaite Hall is uniquely set on the footprint of the barns used for a historic dairy farm and accompanying country house and gardens, this truly magical setting mixes historic country living with contemporary sophistication. Calthwaite maintains the traditions of a Cumbrian village with the old style estate sandstone village with church, primary school and worker cottages. The historic, gothic hall is at the centre of the village yet cleverly maintains the feeling of a hidden hideaway with formal lawned grounds and ornamental ponds designed by William Sawrey Gilpin, historic listed features such as the Portuguese Sweet Chestnut Specimen tree, hidden folly and veteran trees where cuckoos can be heard. No wonder the Howard family (of Castle Howard fame) previously used this as a country residence.
A range of accommodation can be found at Calthwaite Hall to suit everyone including romantic micro-lodges, luxury country cottage and contemporary, cosy lodge style holiday homes. Whichever you choose enjoy a steamy, bubbling hot tub with views to the Cumbrian starry skies or soak up the sounds of the resident peacocks calling to each other alongside the gentle neighing of cute Falabella miniature horses.
Perfectly placed to easily access the popular areas of the central and northern lake district. Calthwaite Hall also makes for easy journeys up to the Scottish borders or amble across into the western Pennine foothills. Traditional market towns, historic Roman remains, isolated fells and stunning waterfalls are all a short drive away.. Calthwaite Hall is uniquely set on the footprint of the barns used for a historic dairy farm and accompanying country house and gardens, this truly magical setting mixes historic country living with contemporary sophistication. Calthwaite maintains the traditions of a Cumbrian village with the old style estate sandstone village with church, primary school and worker cottages. The historic, gothic hall is at the centre of the village yet cleverly maintains the feeling of a hidden hideaway with formal lawned grounds and ornamental ponds designed by William Sawrey Gilpin, historic listed features such as the Portuguese Sweet Chestnut Specimen tree, hidden folly and veteran trees where cuckoos can be heard. No wonder the Howard family (of Castle Howard fame) previously used this as a country residence.
A range of accommodation can be found at Calthwaite Hall to suit everyone including romantic micro-lodges, luxury country cottage and contemporary, cosy lodge style holiday homes. Whichever you choose enjoy a steamy, bubbling hot tub with views to the Cumbrian starry skies or soak up the sounds of the resident peacocks calling to each other alongside the gentle neighing of cute Falabella miniature horses.
Perfectly placed to easily access the popular areas of the central and northern lake district. Calthwaite Hall also makes for easy journeys up to the Scottish borders or amble across into the western Pennine foothills. Traditional market towns, historic Roman remains, isolated fells and stunning waterfalls are all a short drive away.. Takeaway Service*
Afternoon Tea in the Hall grounds or Lodge*
Ornamental Bird Pond
On-site bar/restaurant. The bar/restaurant will be closed on Tuesdays, but open all other days serving a wide range of draught beers and fine wines and home cooked food.
*Charges apply
Security Deposit
A £100 security deposit is payable on arrival by credit or debit card. This will be refunded within 7 working days once the accommodation has been inspected by housekeeping after checkout.
Check out
Please note that check out is 09:00am, late check out will occur a £30 charge from the park.
Nearby points of interest
- Coalhouse Fort
- Carlisle Cathedral
- Solway Aviation Museum
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 .