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Laithe Cottage, Pennington near Ulverston

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4.0
out of 5
Yorkshire Dales » Pennington Near Ulverston
Sleeps up to 5
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3

Laithe Cottage is a stunning stone-built holiday home in the peaceful hamlet of Pennington, South Lakeland. This three-bedroom beauty sits in the Cumbrian countryside just 3. 5 miles from Ulverston. Perfect for families or small groups looking for a Lake District escape without the tourist crowds. The property combines traditional character with modern comforts – exactly what you want after a day exploring the fells.

Set in a tranquil spot with gorgeous countryside views, this cottage gives you the best of both worlds. You're close enough to the Lake District's main attractions but far enough away to enjoy proper peace and quiet.

 

About Laithe Cottage

Laithe Cottage is a stunning stone-built holiday home in the peaceful hamlet of Pennington, South Lakeland. This three-bedroom beauty sits in the Cumbrian countryside just 3.5 miles from Ulverston. Perfect for families or small groups looking for a Lake District escape without the tourist crowds. The property combines traditional character with modern comforts – exactly what you want after a day exploring the fells.

Set in a tranquil spot with gorgeous countryside views, this cottage gives you the best of both worlds. You're close enough to the Lake District's main attractions but far enough away to enjoy proper peace and quiet. The private garden with patio is ideal for morning coffee or evening drinks – and let's be honest, after hiking those Lakeland hills, nothing beats sinking into your own private hot tub with a glass of something cold.

Inside, you'll find a ground-floor double bedroom and bathroom featuring a luxurious roll-top bath and separate walk-in shower. Upstairs houses another double and a single bedroom. The heart of the home is the kitchen/diner with its woodburning stove – perfect for cozy nights in. There's also a first-floor lounge for relaxing, complete with smart TV and WiFi for when the weather turns typically Cumbrian.

The location is spot-on for exploring. Visit South Lakes Safari Zoo (15 minutes drive), wander through historic Ulverston with its Laurel and Hardy Museum (10 minutes), explore Coniston Water (25 minutes), or tackle the Old Man of Coniston fell (30 minutes). The cottage makes an excellent base for Lake District adventures without the tourist price tag.

Laithe Cottage ticks all the boxes for a Lake District getaway. Comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, hot tub for stargazing and woodburner for toasting your... marshmallows. What more could you want?

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Laithe Cottage

Hot Tub Relaxation

The private hot tub gets mentioned in almost every review. Perfect for unwinding after long walks or just stargazing in the evening.

Peaceful Location

Guests love the tranquil setting that offers seclusion while still being close to Ulverston and Lake District attractions.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

The kitchen has everything needed for self-catering holidays, with the woodburning stove adding extra comfort and warmth.

Helpful Owners

Many reviews mention the friendly, helpful owners who live nearby but respect guests' privacy.

Comfortable Beds

Quality beds and bedding get high marks from visitors, ensuring a good night's sleep after busy days exploring.

Perfect Base Camp

Ideal location for exploring the Lake District while avoiding tourist crowds and higher prices of more central locations.

Getting To Laithe Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Laithe Cottage by car, follow the A590 towards Ulverston and take the turning for Pennington. The cottage is located in this quiet hamlet with clear directions provided before your stay. You'll have convenient off-road parking available when you arrive.

By Train

For rail travelers, Ulverston station is the nearest, approximately 3.5 miles from the cottage. From there, you'll need to take a short taxi ride to Pennington to complete your journey to the property.

Off-road parking available
Ulverston station (3.5 miles)
Easily accessible from the A590

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

South Lakes Safari Zoo
Distance: 7.5 miles
LA12 0LU
Laurel and Hardy Museum
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Coniston Water
Distance: 12 miles
LA21 8AN
Old Man of Coniston
Distance: 14 miles
LA21 8HG
Grizedale Forest
Distance: 15 miles
LA22 0QJ
Pennington Circular Walk
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA12 0JG
Ulverston Town Centre
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 4 miles
LA12 7LB
Barrow-in-Furness Shopping
Distance: 10 miles
LA14 1FG
Ulverston Bus Station
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Taxi Services Ulverston
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Ulverston Train Station
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7JS
South Lakes Safari Zoo
Distance: 7.5 miles
LA12 0LU
Laurel and Hardy Museum
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Coniston Water
Distance: 12 miles
LA21 8AN
Old Man of Coniston
Distance: 14 miles
LA21 8HG
Grizedale Forest
Distance: 15 miles
LA22 0QJ
Pennington Circular Walk
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA12 0JG
Ulverston Town Centre
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 4 miles
LA12 7LB
Barrow-in-Furness Shopping
Distance: 10 miles
LA14 1FG
Ulverston Bus Station
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Taxi Services Ulverston
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7LZ
Ulverston Train Station
Distance: 3.5 miles
LA12 7JS

Is Laithe Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Kids will love the hot tub and spacious garden at Laithe Cottage. South Lakes Safari Zoo (15 minutes drive) offers close encounters with animals. Grizedale Forest has excellent family trails and a Go Ape course. The cottage provides a cot and highchair for little ones, while the smart TV keeps them entertained on rainy days.
For Couples
Laithe Cottage offers couples a romantic Lake District escape without the tourist crowds. The roll-top bath and hot tub provide perfect relaxation spots. Evening drinks watching sunset from the patio, cozy nights by the woodburning stove and comfortable bedrooms make this ideal for romantic breaks. Nearby Ulverston has intimate restaurants for date nights.
Pet Friendly
Laithe Cottage does not allow pets. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy to ensure comfort for guests with allergies. If you're looking for pet-friendly accommodation, you'll need to consider alternative options in the Lake District area, as this property is not suitable for those traveling with dogs or other animals.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Laithe Cottage

The Rose and Crown

Located 3.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA12 0JY

The Stan Laurel Inn

Located 3.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA12 7LB

Gillam's Tea Room

Located 3.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA12 7LZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Laithe Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes, Laithe Cottage features a private hot tub on the patio in the garden. It's regularly maintained and perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the Lake District.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Laithe Cottage. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy to ensure comfort for guests with allergies.
How many people can stay at Laithe Cottage?
The cottage accommodates up to 5 people. It has three bedrooms - one ground-floor double, one first-floor double and one first-floor single.
Is there parking available?
Yes, the cottage has dedicated off-road parking. You can park right outside and there's even a gate you can close for added security.
What heating does the property have?
The cottage has electric central heating with underfloor heating plus a woodburning stove in the kitchen/diner. This keeps the property warm and cosy throughout the year.
Are there shops and pubs nearby?
The nearest pub is 3.2 miles away and the closest shop is 3.5 miles away in Ulverston. Ulverston has a good selection of shops, restaurants and supermarkets.
Is the cottage suitable for people with mobility issues?
Partially - there's a ground floor double bedroom and bathroom which helps accessibility. However, the lounge is upstairs and there may be some steps outside, so it's not fully accessible.
What kitchen facilities are available?
The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There's also a dining area with a woodburning stove.

Laithe Cottage Reviews

Christopher
A really lovely place quiet, not to far from lakes and other interesting places to visit. Kitchen well equipped for cooking. Your own parking space were you can shut the gate and the best part coming back to the hot tub.
Rachel
Throughly enjoyed our week at Laithe Cottage. Situated in a tranquil area. Ulverston is a lovely little town with everything you need, situated close enough to the Lakes to have wonderful days out. The cottage us clean and has everything you need. Loved the log burner in the kitchen, however it would have been nice to have 2 comfy chairs next to it, but not a problem. The hot tub was a fantastic addition and well used by all of us. Good shower and bath the only downside was because we were 5 adults 2 with long hair we did keep running out of hot water. On a positive note, we would love to stop here again.
William
We've stayed in several Sykes Cottages, but this one is by far our favorite. Nestled in a stunning and ideal location, the cottage offers easy access to all the Lake District's hotspots while providing a secluded retreat where you can truly unwind. The cottage itself is exceptionally comfortable and wellequipped. The owners live nearby and were incredibly welcoming, with their friendly cats and dogs often greeting us upon our return from daily adventures. Its one of the rare places weve visited where even the kids didnt want to leave!
On arrival the place was immaculate. The facilities on site and the I auction booklet was amazing! The kitchen was amazing aswell! The people the place and everything was just brilliant.
Very good stay , really enjoyed it especially the hot tub , everything needed is in cottage
Nathan
Beautiful cottage in a lovely setting, The owners are very nice and leave you be, the hot tub is a brilliant feature especially to entertain the kids. There is a lovely village close by with lots of shops bars and restaurants . We especially loved the farm cat that visited us daily .
Anna ie
Beautiful cottage everything was perfect. The owners have very good attention to detail, we went at beginning of december was delighted to see christmas decorations. The quality of furnishing and everything you could want in a kitchen. We loved the hot tub and the log fire. The place is beautiful and the owners was so helpful. Would highly recommend this place.
We had the loveliest time at Laithe Cottage. The cottage itself has everything you could need for your holiday and was a great warm base camp after a long day out in the Lake District. To my complete surprise my partner and I got engaged during our trip which makes it even more special for us and we will always remember this holiday. The wine and chocolate on arrival was used straight away to celebrate
Jessica
We had a fantastic stay at Laithe Cottage. The cottage was well equipped, comfortable and the hot tub was brilliant. You are very secluded and its nice to be in the middle of no where to escape from day to day life. The views are fantastic! Ulverston is only a short drive away which is ideal to top up on supplies. We would definitely recommend a stay here!
Denise
Beautiful cottage and a stunning setting. Very comfortable and cosy. Really good beds too. Shower needs some work, mould on silicone which is an easy fix and shower drain did overflow onto the bathroom floor. All in all though a lovely property in a great location.
Just as described. A great place to have a relaxing holiday.
Anthony
Lovely self contained cottage, well looked after and clean with thoughtful ... Lovely self contained cottage, well looked after and clean with thoughtful detail and extra utilities, gardens beautifully preserved, very peaceful and idyllic settings, molly the cat was an extra house guest which the children loved, would definitely consider staying here again thank you
Very well equipped property we did not want for anything treats on arrival much appreciated
Nicola
A really lovely place to stay. Everything was as described and the hot tub and garden just added to the beauty of this place. Really relaxing. Only a 10 minute drive into Ulverston centre, which has everything you need and more. The cottage was very clean and had all the facilities we needed. All round a relaxing and great place.
Laithe cottage is beautiful. I could gladly live here permanently. Its well set out, immaculate and very comfortable. It is in a remote area making it very quiet, just what we love. I would highly recommend a break in Laithe cottage.
Graham
What a wonderful cottage for our 7 day stay. The rooms were clean and tidy and couldn't fault them. The views were stunning. We did have an issue with the hot water however when talking to the people who were there maintains property they came straight away and looked at it. Absolutely recommended this cottage. The hot tub was clean and ready for us on the next day after arriving. The area is beautiful with lots of walks and towns and villages to see. We enjoyed our stay and would come back again.
We absolutely loved our stay at Laithe cottage ,it is much bigger than it looks on photos. Plenty of space for the kids to run around .The cottage was very clean ,lovely comfortable beds it had everything you would possibly need.plenty of parking with its own drive and the hut tub ,sitting out area is huge . Set in a very quiet area a few miles out of Ulverston it was so peaceful and quiet.but not too far away to go for some lovely pub meals in Ulverston. There was just a couple of things we could not find or work .maybe more instructions would be helpful For the hot tubs hosepipe tap location and how to work it , the cooker hob and hot water timer.but other than that everything else was OK. The location is perfect as a base to visit so many amazing places in the lakes and the seaside We all have a great time and would definitely recommend and stay there again .
Ashley
We stayed for 7 nights at Laithe Cottage for the second time and it was just as good as the first. It's a lovely cottage in a great location and the owners really have thought of everything you could possibly need and it's immaculately clean. Highly recommended and it's definitely somewhere we'll be booking again.
Claire
Fantastic stay, wouldnt hesitate to come back. Great location, lovely cottage, everything we could wish for.
Jeanette
What a beautiful cottage, remote, quiet, tranquil setting. We had some lovely walks, relaxed in the private gardens and chilled in the hot tub. 3 miles from Ulverston, had some lovely meals out and got a taxi back a few times for 10 after walking there. It really is a gem.
A very enjoyable stay and a lovely cottage to base ourselves in. The cottage is very well equipped and the kitchen and garden were larger than expected. The shed was excellent for bike storage and the hot tub was most welcome at the end of the day. Ulverston is a short distance away and very convenient for any supplies. Lakes Coniston and Windermere are nearest and easily accessed. At this time of year end Aprilearly May the area was uncrowded and traffic very light on the roads around the lakes which made life easier. The family enjoyed their stay and get together. A very peaceful setting with lots of birdlife. Highly recommended.
Fabulous cottage. Had everything we needed. Very quiet location.
Rachael
We had a fabulous weekend here. The cottage was beautiful, very clean and cosy. A great welcome from the owner and also tea, coffee and wine on arrival. Location was very picturesque, so peaceful. Would highly recommend. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
We have been to different cottages here & have been very pleased with all of them. We will be going again at some point next year . Would recommend any properties at these holiday lets
Ashley
My wife, two children and I had a fantastic 7 nights at Laithe Cottage. The cottage was spotlessly clean and very well equipped for adults and children alike. The bottle of wine, pint of milk and teacoffee was a lovely unexpected surprise on arrival. The cottage is very secluded and has lovely views and we've already looked to rebook. It has a lovely garden area with seating, tables, BBQ and hot tub. I would highly recommend staying here!
Fantastic week at Laithe Cottage. A memorable first visit to the Lake District. Staying in a spacious, comfortable and wellequipped cottage provided us muchneeded rest and relaxation the hottub served us well for our action packed week. Thank you.
Stevie
Very good stay , really enjoyed it especially the hot tub , everything needed is in cottage
Jacqueline
A lovely cottage with everything you need for a peaceful, relaxing holiday.
Christine
Fantastic cottage with lovey homely touchs and in a quiet peaceful location . Lovey and clean and had everything you need for a holiday . Hot tub was amazing and was nice to have a visit from the cat and the dog Cyril.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Real bonus having hot tub which we used every night. Well equipped.
We had a wonderful week away at laithe cottage . The cottage was perfect, extremely clean , fully equipped & surrounded by beautiful country views . We can't wait to book again maybe bring our children & grandkids or maybe not , just keep it our special , quiet retreat.
Amazing cottage. Clean and comfortable. Hot tub was an added bonus which was well maintained. Would definitely recommend.
Laithe cottage is amazing! we really enjoyed our stay it was so peaceful and relaxing. Facilities are fantastic loved the hot tub and log fire everything was spotlessly clean and the bed was so comfortable. Kitchen has everything you would need for a long stay there's not a thing I could fault. We loved it so much we didn't want to come home.
The cottage was very clean on arrival. The hot tub was amazing and well maintained. The cottage is in a great location for visiting the Lakes too. Even though the cottage is one on a complex and others were occupied it was still very quiet and peaceful. My only issue was that I had been trying to contact the owner for 4 days leaving messages on the mobile number provided by Sykes on the arrival details e mail.This issue was also outlined on an earlier review. I managed to find the correct number myself and eventually spoke to the very pleasant owner.
Nicola
Wonderful property, lovely location. Really nice touch to have some essentials on arrival too.
Absolutely brilliant. Would recommend. Would stay again. Everything about this place was great location, facilities, attentive owner.
Fabulous property! Only there for a long weekend with friends but could have stayed forever. With the exception of a DVDBluRay player, the property was equipped with everything you could possibly want. Would definitely stay again.
Stunning cottage, great facilities, peaceful location. Very clean, well equipped with a relaxing hot tub.
Deborah
We had a lovely stay. A beautiful cottage which had everything we needed, located in very quiet area. The hot tub was a nice extra touch and luckily we had the weather to top off our weekend. Thank you
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